LONDON, Dec. 28._Assisted by light cruisers, destroyers and submarines, seven British airmen,
piloting biplanes, made a daring attack on Christmas day on the German naval base of Cuxhaven, at
the mouth of the Elbe. Six of the airmen have returned, but Commander Howlett is believed to have
been lost, his machine having been found off the 'sland of Heligoland, wrecked.
What damage was done it has been impossible to ascertain. The Germans made a gallant defense,
but were unsuccessful in their attempt to stop the conbined air and sea forces.
Gallant Aviator May Have Survived
LONDON, Dec. 29._It is believed here that C aptain Hewlett, the missing aviator, who partici
pated in the raid on Cuxhaven on Christmas day, is a captive in the hands of the Germans. When last
seen a German submarine was nearing his wrecked aeroplane.
French Drop Bombs on Brussels
PARIS, Dec. 28._A French airman named Davies has dropped twenty bombs on various parts
cf Brussels within the past four days.
“Super-Dreadnaught ’ Zeppelin Destroyed
GENEVA, Dec. 31.—As a result of the recent raid by British air craft on Cuxhaven, one of the latest
“super-dreadnaught” Zeppelins was destroyed.
BUNNELL i
WASHINGTON, Dec. 29. The nomina
tion of Charles E. Bunnell of Valdez to be
United States district judge for the Fourth
judicial division of Alaska was sent to the
senate today by President Wilson. The ap
pointment is to fill the vacancy caused by
the recent resignation of Judge Frederick
E. Fuller.
Recently Ran for Delegate
Charles E. Bunnell was recently a candi
date for delegate in congress from Alaska,
being defeated by James Wickersham. He
is a lawyer, but is said he has not practiced
extensively. He has been a resident of the
territory for the past ten years.
JAPAN’S PARLIAMENT ENDS
TOKIO, Dec. 25.—The imperial diet was
dissolved yesterday.
WASHINGTON, Dec. 29.—Announcement was made today that the first government railroad to
be built in Alaska will be from Ship Creek to the Matanuska coal fields. Later an extension will be
made from Portage Bay or Seward northward to Fairbanks.
The Alaska engineering commission is just now completing its report to the President, and con
gress probably will be asked to appropriate $5,000,000 for construction purposes.
Location of the New Road
Ship Creek is located on the stream of that n ame, which empties into Knik harbor, at the en
trance to Knik arm of Cook inlet, and is probably sixty-five miles due north of Seward. This point, ac
cording to previous information received here, is to be used as the construction base for the railroad
work.
Portage Bay is an inlet on the Prince William sound side of Kenai peninsula. From present in
formation it is not at all improbable that this point will mark the deep-water terminus of the proposed
railroad. From this point it is but a short distance in a northeasterly direction to the Matanuska coal
fields.
UNITED STATES PROTESTS
AGAINST RESTRICTIONS
WASHINGTON. Dec. 29.—'The govern
ment has sent a long note to Great Britain
insisting on a change in the treatment ac- j
corded to American commerce by vessels
of the British navy. Continual complaints
have been received from shipping concerns
of the stoppage and detention of American
hsips. even where no contraband of war
had been found.
Taken by Surprise
LONDON, Dec. 30.—At today’s cabinet
meeting President Wilson’s protest against
the restrictions placed upon American com
merce by the British navy was discussed.
Today the matter holds first place in pub
lic attention, as this was the first intima
tion that the British people had that, fric
tion existed in the matter.
Considering Protest
LONDON, Dec. 31.—The cabinet is tak
ing time to consider the American protest
against restrictions on commerce.
FATAL MISUNDERSTANDING
ON CANADIAN BORDER
BUFFALO, N. Y., Dec. 29.—Walter
Smith was killed and Charles Dorsch wras
seriously wounded near this city yesterday
in an altercation with Canadian troops.
Both the men were Americans.
The encounter occurred on the Canadian
side of the boundary. The men were shoot
ing ducks, and were ordered to stop by the
soldiers. They started to row for the Ameri
can shore when the shots were fired. The
shooting was stated to be unintentional.
CHRISTMAS IN ENGLAND
LONDON. Dec. 25. The attempt today |
LONDON. Dec. 25. The attempt 1o |
revival of the old-time Christmas in “Merrie
England” was very successful. The royal
family spent the day at Sandringham, after
seeing the wounded in the hospitals taken
care of.
King Albert of Belgium spent the day
at Folkestone as the guest of Lord and
Lady Curzon._
ALASKA PIONEER DEAD
SEATTLE, Dec. 25.—Andrew Beathon,
•discoverer of the famous copper mine at
Latouche island. Alaska, died yesterday in
Los Angeles.
CRUISER NORTH CAROLINA
MAY BOMBARD TURKS
WASHINGTON, Dec. 28.—An advance
has been made by the Turkish troops in
Tripoli against the sailors of the United
States cruiser North Carolina, who had been
landed to protect American interests. The
commander of the American cruiser has
threatened to bombard the city as a result.
Italian Cruiser to Co-operate
ROME, Dec. 28.—The Italian cruiser Ca
labria has been sent to Tripoli to assist the
United States cruiser North Carolina, should
necessity arise, in connection with the de
parture of Europeans.
Tennessee Transports Refugees
WASHINGTON, Dec. 28—The United
States cruiser Tennessee reports to the navy
department that she is transporting several
hundred refugees from Jaffa, Syria, to
Alexandria, Egypt.
ISLAND OF SAKHALIN
CEDED TO JAPANESE
WASHINGTON, Dec. 26.—It has become
known here that Russia has ceded the island
of Sakhalin to the Japanese in return for
heavy guns.
The Island of Sakhalin
Sakhalin is a long, mountainous island in
the North Pacific, opposite the mouth of
the Amur river. Its area contains 24,560
square miles. The principal rivers, the Tym
and the Poronai, teem with fish, especially
salmon. Petroleum and naphtha exist, and
coal is mined by Russian convicts. Agri
culture does not succeed, owing to the ex
tremely rigorous climate. The island is
covered with dense forests. Bears, sables,
tigers and wild reindeer abound. The
island formerly belonged to the Chinese
empire, but early in the nineteenth cen
tury it was annexed by the Japanese, who
ceded it to Russia in 1875. Russia has
attempted to colonize the island by con
victs, some 4,000 to 5,000 of them being
employed in the coal mines. The island
was seized by the Japanese during the
Russo-Japanese war, and at the termina
tion of that struggle the southern half was
ceded to Japan by the treaty of Ports
mouth, Russia retaining the northern half.
Alexandravosk is the chief city, which in
1897 had a population of 28,166.
ANOTHER BRITISH BATTLESHIP SUNK
LONDON, Jan. .—The British battleship Formidable
was sunk in the English Channel yesterday. It is uncertain
whether she struck a mine or was torpedoed by a sub
marine. Seventy-one survivors were rescued.
It is reported that a large unidentified steamship was
hit by a mine in the North sea and sunk.
Wreckage washed ashore indicates that another war
vessel has been wrecked at Port Cawl, Wales.
Turkish Fleet Sinks Russian Battleship
CONSTANTINOPLE, Dec. 28. The Ottoman fleet, after a cruise in
the Black fa, has returned here undamaged, after sinking the Russian
battleship Jostislau and several mine-laving vessels.
Word of Sea Battle Awaited
LOND(K, Dec. 26.—Advices of the reported engagement off Val
paraiso ar eagerly awaited here. It is believed that the British cruiser
Newcastle has encountered the German cruiser Dresden.
Looking for Big Naval Operations
LONEflN, Dec. 29.—-The belief is gaining ground here that the British
fleet is peparing for a great strike.
Austrian Dreadnaught Damaged
LON'ON, Dec. 31. A French submarine succeeded in torpedoing the
Austriardreadnaught Virbus Unita at Pala. The hull of the latter was
pierced,eut she succeeded in making her dock.
THE EASTERN BATTLE FRONT
- |
Peace Rumors Again
PAfIS, Dec. 25.—It is reported that the Austro-Hungarian govern
ment as made independent overtures for peace to the allies through
Viennftankers.
Bloody Battles Along Bzur
PETROGRAD, Dec. 25.—Bloody battles continue along the banks of
the Bzur river.
Russians on the Offensive in Caucasus
PETROGRAD, Dec. 25.—Fighting is proceeding in the Caucasus, the
Russians taking the offensive.
Russian Repulse
VIENNA, Dec. 26.—Fighting continued yesterday and today along
the entire front. The Russians have been repulsed at Magrag.
Germans Driven Back
PETROGRAD, Dec. 26.- The Germans have launched attack after
attack upon the Russians at the Bzur and Warta rivers, but have been i
driven back.
Austrians Sustain Heavy Losses
PETROGRAD. Dec. 29.—-Official announcement is made here that the ;
Austrians have been defeated in Galicia with heavy losses. The Germans i
are now on the defensive between th Vistula and Pilicia rivers, and a vig
orous pursuit has resulted in the disorganization of the retreating Germans.
Germans Checked in Poland
PETROGRAD. Dec. 30. The Russian forces are holding the Germans
in check in Poland.
Berlin Admits Defeat of Austrians
BERLIN, Dec. 30. -It is admitted here that the Austrians have sus
tained a frightful defeat in Galicia, and are in full retreat.
Austrian and German Forces Split
PETROGRAD, Jan. 1.—The Russians have succeeded in separating
the Austrian and Germin forces engaged in the invasion of Poland, and
have split the kaiser’s offensive, which is stiil being pushed south in
Poland to southwest of Warsaw.
IN FRANCE AND BELGIUM
Combatants Exchange Christmas Gifts
THE HAGUE, Dec. 25.—In spite of dispatches claiming that there has
eneb severe fighting today, it is believed that a holiday truce was per
fected about noon.
In the war zone in France and Belgium, in cases where the trenches
of the combatants were near together, the soldiers exchanged gifts.
French Advance on Entire Front
PARIS, Dec. 25. The French have advanced their lines along practi
cally the entire 250-mile front. It is reported that the main trenches of
he Germans northwest of Mensil have been taken and are being held.
French Soldiers Receive Christmas Gifts
Every man on the French line was given a quart bottle of cham
pagne today, together with tobacco and delicacies, in honor of Christmas
day.
Fogs Interfere With Operations
PARIS, Dec. 2fi. Heavy fogs are interfering with the operations in
Flanders.
Terrific Battle in the Vosges
PARIS, Dec. 28.—A terrific battle between the French and Germans
is raging on the Vosges front.
Germans Win French Trenches
The French have lost trenches to the Germans near Ypres.
Storms Stop Battles
LONDON, Dec. 29.—Violent storms have temporarily stopped opera
tions on the battlefields of northern France and Belgium.
Allies Making Slow Progress
PARIS, Dec. 30. The allies on the western battle line in French ter
ritory are making slow progress.
Furious Fighting on French Right
PARIS. Dec. 31.—Increasing fury marks the fighting between the
French right and center with the Germans.
From upper Alsace the capture of Stenbaugh is announced.
Lull in Fighting
PARIS. Jan. 1. There is a lull in the fighting in Flanders, and also
in northern France.
INTERESTING NEWS ITEMS
FR)M THE NATION’S CAPITAL
WASHINGTON, Dec. 28.—President Wil
son debrated his 58th birthday today.
It.ias been announced that within three
nioihs the President will begin a tour of
theJnited States, beginning with his visit
to ie San Francisco and San Diego exposi
tiof. It is his purpose to give a direct ac
cost to the people of what has been ac
colplished by his administration.
he cold wave which has been general
thiughout the eastern portion of the
Uied States has been broken.
L nes Wickersham, delegate from Alaska
iniongress. has called a meeting of all the
nmbers of congress from Washington, Or
egn and California to discuss the question
ofneeded appropriations for Alaska. The
ccference will be held Friday morning.
lecretary of the Treasury McAdoo left
h<e on the 2th for San Diego. Cal., to rep
rint President Wilson at the opening of
tF exposition to be held in that city to
c^imemorate the completion of the Pan
ala canal. He was accompanied by his
vJe.
n anticipation of the woman suffrage
aendment being debated in the house,
hidreds of suffragettes are arriving in the
ci\.
Iovernment officials here believe that
nany will shortly make the announce
mit of the annexation of Belgium.
fASHINGTON, Dec. 29.—Both houses
ofpngress reconvened today and proceeded
wi| regular business.
'ASHINGTON, Jan. 1.—The senate yes
tersy, by a vote of 47 to 12, decided to
kee the literacy test in the immigrant bill.
(y Redfield of the department of
in a published interview sends
s greetings to the public, in which
“Don’t be a grouch. Trade con
e improving fast. Plant more
the country wants more prosper
” |
N'GTON, Dec. 30.—Congressman
Humphrey of the state of Wash
a bitter speech in the house to
led Congressman Fitzgerald of
chairman of the house corn
appropriations, and Republican
nn for their attitude in trying to
e passage of an appropriation pro
a wire drag survey of Alaska
lympia Oysters, for cocktails, $2
Iditarod Meat Co. j
The passing of the old year and the birth
of the new were celebrated in Iditarod in
true northern style, in one of the most
enjoyable masquerade balls ever given in
the district. This annual affair, give* un
der the auspices of Camp Iditarod N». 27,
called forth a truly representative gathering
of the residents of the Iditarod ant the
adjoining creeks, and the amount of merest
displayed, as evidenced in the many artistic ,
and amusing costumes, combined to make
it a notable event in the annals of social
activities in this section of Alaska.
There seemed to have been a gpneral
understanding among the creek readents
to attend the ball in a body, and on Thurs
day night last the towns of Flat anc Dis
covery must have presented a deserted ap
pearance. judging from the number of their
residents who came in to Iditarod tc par
ticipate in the New Year’s eve canival.
All day the road between the creek) and
this city were lined with dog teams, horse
vehicles and foot passengers, all belt on
participating in the New Year’s eve festivi
ties.
When the strains of the first waltz mated
out at A. B. hall on New Year’s e^e an
inspiring sight was presented, and one
which recalled to the minds of old-imers
scenes of early days in Alaska. Tie im
mense dancing space was a mass of color,
with brilliant lights placed to the b«st ad
vantage to show off the handsome <ecora
tions and the motley of costumes nf the
dancers. Just before midnight, whin the
prizes were awarded and the dances un
masked, the hall was comfortably filfed and
the gallery was crowded with speitators.
The variety of costumes displayed was a
source of much comment. There wire bal
let girls, Pierrots and Columbines, Eskimos,
Hottentots and the common vaCety of
“nigger,” clowms, tramps, cowbofs and
cowgirls, mingling with the more aristo
cratic and dignified duchesses and prhcesses.
There were symbolic characterizations also,
and some of these displayed a decree of
artistic merit that was surprising.
Awarding the Prizes
The work of awarding the various prizes
offered by the committee in charge of the
ball was a most difficult one. owing to the
arge number of maskers and tie great
variety of costumes. Probably thffe never
was a committee for such an occarion that
gave universal satisfaction. But judging
rrom the comments made on this occasion,
the gentlemen who acted in this capacity
well represented the general sentiment of
those present, and came as neir to making
the awards according to merit as it is
possible to do. The committee consisted
of James ChroniBter of Disco veiy, Harry |
Leland of Flat City and Ed Smith of Idita
rod. and they were the recipients of much
commendation for their work in this diffi
cult position. The prizes were awarded as
follows:
Most original character (lady)—Mrs.
Claude Baker. “Angel of Peace.”
Best sustained lady character—Mrs.
Crouse. “Scotch Lassie.”
Most original group—Chris Hanson and
George Kay, "Gold Dust Twins.”
Most original gentleman character—Mrs.
George Mutchler, “Bean Pot.”
Best sustained gentleman character—
\V. F. Duffy, “Chinese Mandarin.”
Most comical gentleman character—Percy
G. Charles, as a “Dutchman.”
Most comical lady character—Miss Lilli in
Smith, as “A Football Player.”
Best tramp character Earl Byers.
Special prize—Mrs. Beattie, representing
“Night.”
Best-dressed lady—Mrs. Herb Riley.
The announcement of the awards was
greeted with applause, showing that the
judgment of the committee reflected the
popular verdict. The costume of Mrs.
Baker was an elaborate and artistic con
ception of the subject, and that of Mrs.
Beattie was most artistic. The many beau
tiful and amusing costumes forbid notice
in detail, but a description of the event
would be incomplete without mentioning a
few’ of the more striking.
Mrs. George Mutchler probably caused
more speculation as to her identity than
an}' other masker. She was enveloped in
a monstrous bean pot, and solemnly paraded
the hall, causing much amusement. She I
was given an ovation when she was
tracted from her ridiculous headpiece, after
someone had suggested sending for a can
opener.
Ernie Beattie made one of the hits of the
evening by appearing as a baUet dancer,
and his great stature, coupled with a really
excellent make-up, served to produce a
most comical representation.
Miss Lillian Smith, as a football player,
looking as though she had been in the
midst of a very hard scrimmage and had
Ihe worst of it. made an immense hit.
The “Gold Dust Twins” were the creators
ef much merriment, and they looked the
part to perfection.
Mrs. Crouse, as a Scotch lassie, was ex
tremely popular with the merry-makers, and
she favored the gathering with an excellent
presentation of the Highland fling.
Of course Percy Charles was in evidence,
and as a portly Dutchman, he looked as
though he had “just come ofer.”
The most disreputable-looking tramp that
ever fastened itself on society was repre
Rented by Chief of Police Byers, and even
had he met competition he must surely have
been awarded the prize.
Mrs. Goebel of Otter creek presented a
pretty picture as “Columbia.”
Dave Mutchler represented Omar, and
looked exactly as though he had stepped
down out of the cigarette advertisement.
YV. F. Duffy made a dignified-looking |
Mandarin.
Mrs. John C. Currin presented a dainty '
picture in an Oriental costume.
After the award of the prizes an excellent |
supper was served under the supervision of
Herb Riley, three separate sittings being
necessary to accommodate the crowd.
Prizes were also awarded for the best
exponents of the waltz and two-step, and
| created some diversion. In this as in thf*
previous awards the judges were eminently
I fair.
Dqncing was continued until a late hour.
; and the crowd was even then reluctant to
quit the scene.
The music was most excellent, being pro
j vided by Mrs. Maher at the piano, Mr.
i Jacobs with the cornet and Mr. Bain with
mandolin.
The committee in charge of the ball con
sisted of Messrs. Herb Riley, Albert Wile
and Joseph H. Smith, and they are to be
congratulated on the success of their effort^
in providing an entertainment which was
| thoroughly enjoyed by such a large number
of people.
The committee expressed their gratifica
tion at the interest taken in the event
by the creek residents, who helped so largely
to make the affair successful.
SAN DIEGO FAIR OPENED
SAN DIEGO, Dec. 31.—The San Diego
Panama exposition opens here at midnight.
Secretary of the Treasury McAdoo has ar
rived to officiate for President Wilson.
Opened With Unique Ceremony
SAN DIEGO, Jan. 1—With a unuiuc
ceremony, never before equaled for brevity,
the exposition opened here today.
KAISER’S GREETING TO ARMY
BERLIN, Jan. 1.—The kaiser in a New
Year's address bids his armies fight hard,
and ascribes the many brilliant victories
achieved to their w-ork alone.
You can beat a drum, but you can’t my
nrices. Wm. Taylor, Flat.
Job Printing at Pioneer office.
PRESIDENT WILSON ACTS
THE PART OF SANTA CLAUS
WASHINGTON. Dec. 25. The celebra
tion of Christmas day in this city had a
somewhat solemn tinge, the shadow of the
European war being plainly apparent. The
President yesterday distributed several auto
loads of clothing among the poor.
WILD REVELS MARK
PASSING OF SALOON
PHOENIX. Ariz., Jan. 1.—Crepe hangs
on the doors of hundreds of saloons
throughout Arizona today. The prohibition
law went into effect at midnight last night,
and wild scenes were enacted as the closing
hour approached.
EX-PRESIDENT W. H. TAFT
DISAPPROVES AMENDMENT
BOSTON, Dec. 29. In a speech deliv
ered before the American Bar Association
in this city yesterday, ex-President Taft
denounced the proposal for a national pro
hibition law as dangerous to the spirit of
American institutions.
APPALLING DESTITUTION
PREVAILS IN ENGLAND
LONDON, Dec. 31. Want and misery
are rampant in this city. Beautiful girls
are reported to be selling themselves into
white slavery in order to gain food and
clothing. All factories have been closed on
account of lack of coal.
JAPANESE DENY REPORT
OF TROOPS JOINING ALLIES
TOKIO. Dec. 31.—The foreign office de
nies the reports that troops have been
landed at Vladivostok, en route to join the
forces of the allies in France and Belgium.
FORMER CONGRESSMAN DEAD
BERKELEY, Cal.. Dec. 31.—Duncan E.
McKinley, former Republican representative
in congress from this state from 1905 to
1911, died here yesterday as the result of a
stroke of apoplexy. Mr. McKinley was a
native of Ontario, Canada, and was 52 years
of age.
SEDITION IN PHILIPPINES
MANILA, Dec. 26.—Eight Filipinos have
been arrested here on the charge of sedi
tion, as the outcome of an uprising which
was promised for last Thursday night. Army
officers were warned of the plot in time to |
frustrate it j
CITY OFFICIALS JAILED
FOR ELECTIGN FRAUDS
1 TERRE HAUTE. Ind., Dec. 2S. Mayor
Roberts of this city, topether with one
hundred other persons, have been arrested
and jailed, and are now held under heavy
bonds on the charge of election fraud.- al
leged to have been perpetrated at the gen
eral election on November 3 last.
City Affairs at a Standstill
TERRE HAUTE, Ind., Dec. 29. City af
fairs are at a standstill on account of the
fact that many of the city officials are in
jail, accused of election frauds.
Mayor Released on Bail
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Dec. 29.- Mayor
Roberts of Terre Haute has been released
on bail.
STRANGE RUMOR SENT OUT
FROM HOLLAND S CAPITAL
THE HAGUE, Dec. 26.—The rumor has
been circulated here that a suggestion has
been made that Prince Eitel Frederick, sec
ond son of Kaiser Wilhelm, will become a
candidate for the throne of Hungary Ef
forts to obtain a confirmation from Berlin
have been unavailing.
WICKERSHAM HAS BILL
TO AID ALASKA PROJECTS
WASHINGTON, Dec. 2!). Delegate
Wickersham of Alaska has prepared a bill
which he proposes to introduce in the house
of representatives which provides that after
July 1. 1910. all moneys derived from <>r
collectod for liquor licenses outside of in
corporated towns in Alaska shall be de
posited in the treasury of the territory, to
be used for development purposes.
COMPTROLLER DESIRES
IMPORTANT CHANGES IN LAW
WASHINGTON, Dec. 20. The annual
report of the comptroller of the currency,
lust laid before congress, recommends many
important changes in the banking laws
These recommendations include a propor
tion to compel directors of national bank'
to assume more direct control. It is also
proposed to limit bank deposits to ten
times the combined capital and surplus
THE MEXICAN SITUATION
MEXICO CITY, Dec. 28.- Provisional
President Guiterrez has issued a circular or
dering the army generals to cease all sum
mary executions.
Villa on Way North Again
WASHINGTON. Dec. 28 Advices have
been received here to the effect that General
Villa’s forces are evacuating Mexico Ci.y
and going north to prevent Torreon, Chi
huahua and Juarez from falling into the
hands of General Carranza
MORE PARDONS BY BLEASE
COLUMBIA, S. C. Dec. 31 -Fifty-five
New Year pardons have been granted by
Governor Blease.
ARCHBISHOP R10RDAN DEAD
SAN FRANCISCO. Dec. 28. Patrick \Y,
Riordan, second Catholic archbishop of San
Francisco, died here yesterday at the age
of 73.
Biographical
Patrick William Riordan was born in
New Brunswick on August 27, 1841. Hi*
boyhood was spent in Chicago, and he stud
ied at Notre Dame. Ind., and graduated
from the University of Louvain, Belgium, in
1864. After completing his education he
returned to Chicago and became professor
of theology in the Seminary of St. Mary’s
of the Lake. Later he was pastor of sev
eral churches in Chicago and Illinois, and
in 1883 he was consecrated titular arch
bishop of Cahesa and made coadjutor, with
the right of succession to the see of San
Francisco, to which he succeeded in ISSi.
DISCLOSURES OF BRIBERY
IN FAMOUS DYNAMITE CASE
LOS ANGELES, Cal., Dec. 30.—A sensa
tion was sprung in this city today when it
was learned that Ortie McManigal, impli
cated with the McNamara brothers in the
Los Angeles Times dynamiting case, and
upon whose evidence conviction was made
certain, was given one thousand dollars by
District Attorney Fredrick to leave the
country when he was released from prison.
The matter was revealed by an investi
gation into the expenses of the district at
torney’s office, the funds of which, it had
been charged, were used for purposes u!
bribery.