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PROSPECTOR PUBUSH9G COf
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VALDKI. ALASKA
Published Dally Except Bunday
Entered as Second-Class Mall Matter,
July 23. 1»12. at the postoffloe of Valdes.
Alaska under act of March I, JIT*.
iiud'nega Office and EBItorlal Room a
TEL. 161
AavurtUina Kates on AoDllcatlon
FRIDAY, RFOFMRKR, 21, 1917
THE OLD FASHIONED HOUSE
KEEPER.
mb Wi iTHKK'S t oncepiion wee whol
ly /■ ly archalcal."
I \l I 80 aal<1 h< r daughter* In ton*a
£ Pharisaical.
-Mother waa Just like an a»- ,
cient dormouse aleeplng.
Dost in the dreani of her old fashioned
housekeeping. “
But when the call came for service to na
tion
Mother outdid all the next generation.
liki-y, the first daughter, studied soology.
JPondered o’er volumes on facts of biology.
Bead up the protosoa’s various histories.
Beveled In Science Its truth and Its my#
r* ' tertee.
But when she wanted her country to serve
•he eras turned down, for ahe couldn’t
• preserve
Annie, tha Second one, took up theosophy. ,
Delved Into Greek end In Roman phtloso
nhy.
Praised the Ionian In contrast to Dorian.
Dost herself often In mazes Tsgorean.
But when for service to country she
planned
Aha Whs turned down, for aha never had
Canned
Oeophy. elegy. Ism and creed
Come to but nought In the hour of need.
Let all the useless dlscurelor.* now stop
.- Far the oild fashioned housekeeper stands
at (ha top
—Selected
NAPOLJJON AND THK PRESENT
WAR
Writing in the New York Tribune,
Prank H. Simonds, the military crit
ic, says the secret of Germany’s suc
cesses during the past three years and
the failure of the allies to win a de
cisive victory, is due to Germany’s ad
herence to the Napoleonic doctrine of
warfare and the entente’s disregard
ing of that master strategist’s policy.
Here is Napoleqn’s formula, express
ed in a letter to Robespierre in 1794:
“The management of war Is exact
ly like the siege of a fortress. You
must concentrate your power on a
single point. Once a breach is made
the equilibrium is destroyed, resis
tance becomes fruitless and the place
is captured. Attacks ghonld never be
scattered, but concentrated. You must
divide in order to find food and unite
for fighting. Unity of command is es
sential to success. Time is every
thing.”
. iuc ucruiitii iiu vutuuiauu) wuitu
has been studying its “war game,” or
"kriegssplel,” for years, has taken a
leaf from Napoleon’s hook and has
modeled its warfare on his demon'
strated principles.
. Hr. Simonds points out that Napol
eon, through all the period of his
great wars, fought coalitions and al
liances and won -because the opposi
tion was divided. Similarity, the Ger
man staff, whether the German aithy
has been operating alone or with Aus
trians, Turks or Bulgarians, has been
master. The result, says Hr. Simonds,
“has been in the case Of Germany, as
in the Case of Napoleon, tkdt the
whole striking forces have been con
centrated on a single point, some
times urlth fatal consequences to the
enemy, never without carrying imme
diate and deadly peril, not alone to
the armies, but the whole existence of
a hostile nation.”
In going back to the beginning of
this war, be points out that Germany
struck at France with all its forces,
superior in all material respects, in
an effort to destroy that country a.t
a single thrust. When French strat
egy availed, Germany laced out at
Russia, Serbia, France again at Ver
dun and finally at Italy—always seek
ing a knockout,” He continues:
“When one sets against this policy
the allied policy of three years of
conflict, one sees clearly why superior
ultimate resources and devotion not
less great have failed so far to win
a decisive victory. While the conflict
was between France and Germany in
the Marne campaign there was unity
of command on the allied aide, and
this unity of command enabled France
to Rave Europe. But after the Marne
aud the Ys$r there begjna a long .per
iod in which we have hide shutfra—
the wasting of scanty British numbers
at Gallipoli and In Meepotamia. the
transfer of French and British troops
to Saloniki. the collapse of Russia in
1915; due in the first instance to the
failure of the allies in thfe west to oc
cupy German troops on their front,
and wo now see the defeat of Italy be
cause of the faiiure of Russia."
However, the allies at Inst are mak
ing amends for their mistakes in plan
ning a concerted program for the op
erations or 1918 at au Ir.ter-alllcd war
conference. Mr. SImords says that so
long as France, Great Britain and the
United States continue the war, even
tual German defeat is assured. These
powers are adopting Napoleon’s meth
ods and will beat Germany at its own
game.
I’NANHWKRABIiK ARGUMENT
“Anchorage keepB harping on a
charge of the Judicial seat of govern
ment in this division claiming that the
district court sessions held In Val
dez cause a grekt inconvenience to
that town on Cook Inlet. Suppose a
session was held in the winter and
Anchorage was the only seat? Who
would be inconvenienced by the long
hike over the trail and back again?
8urely Anchorage should admit that
there are others in this division, oth
ers who have been here longer and
who will remain longer as commerc
ial centers. Anchorage is now boom
ing. but when the bubble is pricked.
Anchorage will be a siding on the
main line.”—Seward Gateway.
NOW is a good time to sort over l
the political timber and pick good
men and true for the coming election.
Men should be sent to the senate and
legislature who are familiar with con
ditions in the territory and who do
not subordinate all legislation to that
of mining. The territory has a number
of industries that are languishing for
want of legislative recognition, par
ticularly those pertaining to the
manufacture of wood pulp and nia
terfale-for canning fish. Tin could he
shipped in In sheets and made up in
to cans here thru the winter giving
employment to a large number of
girls and boys. The legislature should
make some provision for exempting
new industries from taxation for cer
tain periods during their probation.
A bonus could be allowed upon wood
pulp, and industry encouraged in a
number of ways. Too often a man Is
sent to the legislature, who has no bus
iness ability whatever and who re
ceives his honors for being a “good
fellow.” During the constructive per
iod the territory needs the best brains
it can get. Now is the time to sift
over the material and see that it as
says 100 per cent for Alaska.
THE United States is the richest
and Russia the poorest country in all
the world, in proporton to size, says
the Los Angeles Times. Our wealth is
$2,280 per capita; that of Great Brit
ain $1,780; that of France $1,^35;
that of Germany $1,180; and that of
Russia $380. Our annual Income is
$366 per capita; that Of Great Britain
$251; that of France $189; that of
Germany $155, and that of Russia
$36. In indebtedness per capita our
financial load is the smallest of any
nation. Great Britain owes $463 per
capita; France $377; Germany, $266,
and Russia, $84, tfhile our indebted
ness on June 20, T917, was but $36
per capita. The liberty bop da issued
will double this indebtedness ndmi-.
nelly, but not actually, since we may |
count the bondB received from our al
lies in exchange for loans made them
as assets worth their face.
HERE is a statement from a Ger
man paper regarding the capture of
American soldiers: “There they stood
before us, those young men from the
land of liberty. They were sturdy and
sportsmanlike in build. Good natured
smiles radiated from their blue eyes
and they were quite surprised that
we did not propose to shoot them.”
The Germans do not underestimate
the American fighter but delude them
selves with the belief that he will hot
be able to get to the front In sufficient
numbers to be a decisive factor in
the war.
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TWO things that Valdetans may be
truly thankful for is plenty of good
cheap electricity, and cheap rents.
These go a long way toward keeping
people in this city during the winter,
as with a warm cabin and good light
for reading a man is not so badly off
as he might be.
STEAM HEATED IfEWDT FURNISHED.
SEATTLE HOTEL
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MRS. E MUX, fw#r.
VALDEZ ALASKA
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THE Duke of Devonshire, govern
or-General of Canada, in addressing
the people of Vancouver the other
night, said that "Vancouver's city and
harbor, are bolng. defended today by
these mysterious forces tucked away
somewhere in the North Sea.” Our
own shores are protected in equal
measure by the same forces and that
is a fact well worth considering if we
are disposed to look upon the war as
something which, 6,000 mileB away,
does not touch our own vital Inter
ests.
WHEN peace Is declared and capi
tal begins to look around for invest
ments, Alaska will be the goal of
many Investors. At no time has her
future been so bright, as her share in
furnishing minerals for the success
ful prosecution of the war has brought
her resources to the attention of the
world. There are thousands of good
mines in this district that can he
worked profitably with the proper
machinery, and all will be exploited
after the war.
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THE resumption Of operations on
the Hemple Copper property at Land
lock will give a number of men em
ployment thru the winter and will
turn loose a lot of money among our
merctfants. This Is the work that
brings out the best there is in a com
munity, and Mr. Hemple has the
thanks of the city for his share in
bringing about the reopening of the
property.
THE winter solstice occurs this
evening at 11:38 Central Alaska time,
which is the beginning of the winter
season. The Prospector mentions this
because some folks thought winter
started several weeks ago, when in
fact it was only darned late in the
fall
REGISTRANTS who are leaving
the country should be careful to leave
their address with Dr. Silverman of
the exemption board, as the govern
ment places the burden of information
upon the conscript, requiring him to
keep in touch with the authorities.
One of the best Christmas gifts for
the territory Its people could receive
would be a plentiful supply of ptar
migan and rabbits. This together with
the "hooligan” run coming apace,
would place Valdez In the millionaire
class.
THE NEW road to Mineral Creek
will make a splendid drive the com
ing summer, as the scenery up the
canyon is as grand as any in this vi
cinity.
GENERAL Richardson says that
Alaska will furnish more than her
share of fighting men. A little thing
like a draft should not give the hardy
sons of the Arctic cold feet.—Seattle
P. 1.
AFTER seeing the work necessary
for a raven to feed himself, we are
compelled to scout that Elijah story.
I .
OLESON HOUSE
MENU
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23. 1917
5 O'clock Dinner
Cream Tomato Soup Salted Waters
Jelly Fruit Salad
Meat Sauce
Leg Mutton with Dressing and Gravy
Riced. Potatoes Creamed Cabbage
Apple Pie Cake
Coffee and Tea
75 eta. per plate, J56 ct's. for children.
PHONE 116
DONALDSON SCHEDULE
The following ecttednie for the har
bor boat “Lt C. V. Donaldepn" will
take effect today. All order* to the
contrary are revoked.
, Monday, Wednesdays, Thursdays,
and Fridays:
Lvs. Fort LI scum Leave Valdes
8:16 a. m. 8:46 a. m.
l:16p.m. 4:00 p.m.
TUESDAY
1:16 p. m. '8:00 p. m.
4:80 p. m. 6:00 p. m.
SATURDAY
1:16 p. m. 4:00 p. m.
7:16 p. m. 10:80 p. m.
11:16 p. m. 18:00 m. m.
There wlU he no tripe of the boat
on tbp 2nd and 4th Fridays of each
month, these dsys toeing need to clean
boilers.
Special trips or cancelling of the
above will be made without notice
oply to meef eytgencles of the ser
vice.
. AU official testates betwsen Vel
des and the Fast should be' arranged
tar transsetlen, #htrs possible, so
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New Goods For Christmas Dinner
Lettuce, Celery, Green Peppers, Cucumbers
and Sweet Potatoes.
Heinz Mince Meat, Plum and Fig Puddings.
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The finest Cranberries we’ve ever had.
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Apples, Grapes, Bananas and Oranges.
Lemon, Orange and Citron PeeL
Very choice Italian Chestnuts.
Roquefort, Swiss and American Cheese.
Cluster Raisins and Mixed Nuts.
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Hill’s Coffee, Cigars, Cigarettes
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S. BLUM AND COMPANY
GOOD GOODS
Housexeeper wanted at O. J.
Zinns. tf
Freeh taffy, chews and brittles, at
Hunt’s Candy Kitchen. tf
Toys! Toys! Toys!
Of all descriptions at the Valdes
Drug Store. tf
Ansco Films Win
At any standard make o f camera.
They are the standard, uuy E, Cam
eron. **
DO NOT forget that photo you In
tend sending home this Xmaa. Jen
ner the Photographer will make thorn
for you day or night. tf
Second OaU
'We will accept Liberty Bonds tor
stock in the Valdes Iron Works.
Make your money earn *5 per cent
Instead of 4 per cent. tf
Fresh bulk chocolates and a now
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NOTICE TO COAL CONSUMERS
There is every reason to expect that
the Rrice Of- Opal .will advance on
January 1, 1*18. therefore, we will
advise all coal consumers to fill their
bins before that date as we cannot
contract for delivery at the presnt
price after Dec. *Iat.
tf . VALDEZ DOCK COMPANY
Buy your groceries direct. Sere
fifteen to twenty-due per cent. The
houiie that aella direct to consumers.
Randall Grecery a Brokerage Co..
Inc., 82 Marloa St. Seattle Wn. tf
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IJ. E. WILSON
Freighting to all points
ih the third division.
Horses bought aind sold.
Phone 166.
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SAFETY FIRST
Travel On The
"SHAMROCK”
prompt Swrice
D.D. STEWART Muur ,
a* ■>«* «‘'ia *.?* ' 1
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Candy Kitchen
L W. HUNT—b (M Drag Star*. |
FOUNTAIN DRINKS
HOT- COLD ,
LAUNCH DELLA
Capt. H. L. Rider
Weekly trips from Valdes to
Kllamar, Laadlock, Fldalpo and
at all potata. ■
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For rates apply « board.
OAtr. H. la MOTNB
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THE SOUTHERN
mbs. BLACKWELL, Prop.
Nloe, Gloria' Rooms
Btftbs to OouteMlon
PBIC0BB RSAHGNABLB
Phone 104
Arctic Hotel
All Warm, Outside Rooms
Transient Trade Solicited
Special Rates bjr the Week or Month
Baths to Connection
PHONE 133 MU. STtlMC. Pisp
VAJLDKS VODOU ■
NO 188
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PRUrEMIORAL CARDS.
DR. S. WICLES MERRITT
OffloM in Flak Building, adjoining
THllkam Club.
EImm 00. McKinley Street.
Contract Surseoo. O. a Army
A- * Burgsoo. U & Public lioaltb Sar*
(Marino Hospital)
DR. R COCKERILLE
6t«4«»N Palftrotr
DENTIST
In Valdes Since ISOS
noin tio
MBce Room In Vhai« n.iMto,
DONOHOE A DIMOND
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LYONS A RITCHIE
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pmm am yainan, alaska
ROBERT SIMPSON Opt D.
JClflAU, ALASKA
Glasses Fitted Lewies Ground
VALDEZHOSPITAL
Private
Terms Reasonable
jos. a. savauuan.a4LB.fta*.
Jos. i SilmuPL G.M. D.
PHYSICIAN AND 8URGBON
Office beers—1 to 4 p. p —7 tetp.Sk
Sunday by Appointment
Res. TSl. 170 Office Tel 10
Boyle Block YaMea
LOVE & MEALS
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Insurance
FirvSurtity Bonds-Ufo
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