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SEWARD, ALASKA, SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27. 1915.
Do we all realize that the rush to Seward has actually started? Just a
t
few weels ago the list of passengers for Seward from Seattle on each boat
consisted of a number of names that could be counted on the fingers of one
hand. Nowadays each boat brings thirty to forty or more and new business
houses start up almost every day. This week alone four new businesses
were established here. W ithin the past month strangers have landed in Se* ,
ward in numbers that are one-fifth of the total population of the city two
months ago.
The waiting is over, the winter of our discontent has passed and the dawn
of the new day is silvering the tips of the mountains of our hopes. Hurrah.
Here lies Portage Bay. During its short existence many of us have
felt it our duty to say unchristian things about it. “Of the dead say nothing
hut what i» good” said the Roman poet. May it rest in peace. Amen.
That new mining law passed at the first session of the territorial legisla
ture is sure to be repealed. A majority of the members of the new legislature;
have expressed the intention of killing it. It had a thousand flaws and im-j
posed a thousand hardships on the prospector.
In the federal act passed some time before it the power of attorney had
been removed. The Roden law compels a prospector to perform a certain
amount of work before staking a claim. He has to have a witness to make anj
affidavit that such work had been accomplished. Just imagine what this
means to a poor devil who goes scores of miles from nowhere with a pack on
his hack that contains only enough provisions to keep body and soul together
while he is putting down stakes. In this respect alone the poorer prospector,
had no chance against the man who had the price of a pack horse. All this
was seen by some people immediately after the passage of the law but now
ill Alaska sees it. And there are many other features of the new law which
are utterly absurd, but the end of it is in sight.
A universal language is probably ihe only thing that can prevent wars.
Our understanding of each other is usually due to a similarity of language.
Each of us knows in his heart that the man of one nationality is just as good
as the man of another but the man who does not speak the same tongue as
we do looks queer to say the least. What appears to be strange in a French
man or a German to us is regarded by the Frenchman or the German as per
fectly right, and in our most cherished habits he sees something absurd and
distikeable. An English speaking man who has always lived at home thinks
there must he something wrong with the man who speaks Italian or Scand
inavian but when the Italian or Scandinavian speaks English he is just the
lame sort of mail as the rest of us.
NEWS FROM ALL PARTS uppoi,’tmvnt t0 ,ho oU’er appli'iinls
—_ _ . _. ¥. as it is believed he wilt eventually ro
OFTHE NORTHLiAND j cejve permanent appointment.
- Clark has the endorsement of Marshal
FAIRBANKS, Feb. 17.—It now ap- Erwin for the position,
ppears that Judge Bunnell will be in
no hurry to make his selections from FAIRBANKS, Feb. 8.—Sunday
urnong the applicants for the position afternoon impressive services were
of clerk of the court. He has asked conducted by the Pioneers ol Alaska
J. E. Clarke chief deputy United at Eagle hall in honor of Peter Erick
States marshal under Marshal Erwin, son, August Brodbeck and trank
to act as clerk of the court for the Small, who have passed away during
term beginnig April 1. The tempo- the past ten days. A triple funeral
rary selection cf Clark is a great dis- was given them, rather a unique oc
cunjence in the city, and together they
were laid to their final resting place
j in the North. The new ritual of the
order was used for the first time and
it is beautiful. *
—
It is now stated that James A.
Smiser, the new U. S. attoreny for the
First district, is a “dry democrat.”
FAIRBANKS, Feb. 10.—The muni
cipal court was the scene of a lively
though short trial this afternoon when
Roy K. Ma<blocks was found guilty
of assaulting Bion A. Dodge and fined
$20 by Magistrate l'auli. Neither
side had a lawyer, each representing
himself, and only two witnesses were
called. The testimony was brief and
the cross examinations briefer.
A new paystreak has been located
on Wolf, Fairbanks district, which is
regarded as one of the most encourag
ing strikes for some time. Sufficient
development has not yet been done
to determine the extent of the pay
streak.
George R. Goshaw has received his s
confirmation as postmaster at Chis
ana. The former official was removed
by the department for failure to make
proper reports of his office to the de
partment. It also ordered the offi-j
ce closed but rescinded the order when1
Goshaw offered to accept the office.
I
VALDEZ.—Mrs. Henry Miller has
announced the engagement of her
daughter Dorthea Francis, to Anthony
J. Diamond.
A shot was fired through the win
dow of Norah Moore, of Koyukuk
fame, with the evident intention of
shooting her. The shot missed Norah
but blew the stove in the cabin full
of holes.
If you are going to build we have
the High grade Builders hardware
materials. Drown & Hawkins. “Qual
ity First.”
A great many people outside and
inside Alaska are now anxious to get
any news they can of the place where
the government railroad will be. To
save writing letters you could send
the Gateway, either your own read
copy or get another.
Preferred Stock Fish Flakes, 21
hours fresher than “fresh fish.” Makes;
the kind of Creamed fish, Fish bails,
Fish chowder and Fish hash that j
simply melts in your mouth. Drown
& Hawkins. “Quality First.
Visiting cards, invitations, anything
pretty i • done by the Gateway just as
well as outside.
All kinds of plain sewing done at
the Hotel Panama.
THE MINER’S STORE
The Place Where Men Outfit
TRAIL OUTFITS
We have everything that the man on
the trail needs, the best of everything,
and at a price that man can afford
to pay.
Hi press Shoe Pacs
Gold Seal Shoe Pacs
Arrow Brand Shoe Pacs
l>uxbak Water Proof Clothing
Guiterman Flannel Shirts
Filson Cruiser or Stag Shirts
Medlieott Unedrwear, all weights
Guiterman Mackinaw' Hiding pants
Largest stock of Socks in Seward
Mitts, Toques, Gloves, Felt Shoes
Knik Built Snowshoes, Gold Seal
Moccasins
Sheep Lined Coats, Parkas,
Mackinaw Coats, Sweater Coats
Duxbak Waterproof riding pants
War bags, Blankets, Quilts
Tents, Tarps, Pack Sacks,
In fact, if its for the trail and in oui
line we have it, and as we stated you
will find the price right.
DRAWING
Every Saturday night until further
notice we will hold a suit drawing.
The winning number gets a $40.00
Stein-Bloch Suit, and the low number
gets a Stetson Hat.
ONE DOLLAR PER MEMBER
Just received
Large Assortment of Suits Direct
from New York.
ANTICIPATING the coming of the Government-bu.lt Railway Terminals to Seward we have
^ been increasing our orders for the past six months and at fhis time we have probably
the most complete and up-to-date line of Men’s Wearables to be found in Seward. Every
thing new and the best that money can buy. The present situation warrants our actions
and we find ourselves at the beginning of the boom with a stock of goods, that is second
to none.
WERE HERE WITH THE GOODS!
Order your new Spring Suit now. We have just received the new Spring Samples and they
are the best we have ever seen. Call in today and let us show you what the latest things are in
Style, Cut, Fabric and Weaves. Five hundred samples to select from, each one a beauty. The
prices are very reasonable, and the style, quality and tit absolutely Guaranteed.
THE MINER S STORE
FRANK J. COTTER, Manager
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Phone Adams 131 “Don’t Forget the Parcel Post” Seward, Alaska
Board by the day or week at the
Hotel Panama.
Finch’s Golden Wedding Rye at The j
Branch.
Suits Built
By
Kane the
Tailor
are accepted as the
standard by men
and women who
appreciate real
quality in tailored*
to-order garments.
Men’s Suits, $35.00 and up
Ladies* Tailored Suits, $45.00
and up
When in Seattle come
and let us show you the
new fabrics.
J. S. Kane
709 Third Ave.
New’ York Block,
SEATTLE, WASH.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND COMPANY
SEATTLE. WASH.
We are the originators of the only guarantee that stands the test in the scales of justice
ITKMS OK 1NTKHEST TO YOU
HOUSE FURNISHINGS—HARDWARE AND SPORTING GOODS DEPARTMENT
PRICES ARE RIGHT-QUALITY GUARANTEED
Seventy-four pages of our General Catalog are used by this department to show the lines we carry. I hou
sands of our customers can testify to the big money-saving opportunities throughout.
HOUSE FURNISHING LINE--Every article in this line is selected with great care in order to otter you
I he best for the various kinds of work and occupations in the Laundry, Kitchen and Household; articles uu.r
take the di udgery out of house work and make it a pleasure. You will find a very complete line in out- large
catalogue, and quality and price will speak for themselves. We draw special attention to our line of Double
Enamel Ware and our best made Aluminum Ware.
HARDWARE LINE—The same care has been used in the selection of our Hardware Line. vve snow a
complete line of Builders’ Hardware as well as a large number of smaller items that go to make up a depar.
ment of this character. Our Fulton Line of Tools is so well known that little space is needed here to describe
them. We carry a full line of Farm Hardware and Blacksmith Supplies and most every article you would
expect to find represented in this line. Again we emphasize Price and Quality.
SPORTING GOODS LINE—We cannot say too much in regard to our line of Meriden Guns ana Kincs
which are becoming better known everywhere in the hunting circles. Special care has been used in the
selection of every article in our Sporting Goods Lines, knowing as we do that most of the success and pleasure
in Hunting, Fishing and Sports and Games of various kinds is absolutely dependent upon the reliability or
the articles used, and we can save you money.
Alaska Orders Given Special Attention
Our Large Catalog mailed free on request
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND COMPANY, SEATTLE, WASH.
Seward Gets the Terminus of Government Railway
SEWARD COMMERCIAL COMPANY
“The Store with the Goods
When in need of anything
FOR THE HOME OR TRAIL
.lust Remember we Have It!
Dry Goods,
Groceries,
Boots and Shoes,
Hats and Caps.
_ Gents’ Furnishings,
' Ladies’ Furnishings,
Rubbers, Boots and Shoes,
Rubber Coats, both ladies’
and gents’,
Slickers and Raincoats,
Socks and Hosiery,
Tents, Tarpaulins, Canvas,
Canvas and Buck Gloves,
*
Wool Mitts, Wool Gloves,
Victrolas, Victor Machines,
Biff line Victor Records,
Crossett Shoes for Men.
Pain ts, Oils and Turpentine.
Chinaware and Dishes,
Hardware,
House Lurnishiiiffs,
Wall Paper, Dry Paste,
Best Stock in Seward,
Ruffs, Linoleums,
Mattinff.
Our prices are right. Come in and be convinced, while
we have plenty time to wait on you. We expect to be so
busy within JJO days that we will all be jumping sidewise.
Now is the time to paint-up and slick-up.
SEWARD COMMERCIAL CO.
ECONOMY
Economy in fuel consump
tion — Economy in tire
mileage—Economy in up
keep—and greatest of all,
Economy in the long run
because of the everlast
ing quality.
Buick cars are every day establishing remarkable fuel
economy records. It was a Buick that won the Wisconsin Re
liability and Economy Contest with ao average of 24.8 miles to
the gallon for over 500 miles.
Thousands of un.-oliciind letters from satisfied owners vouch
for Buick economy of upkeep and records of tire mileage.
For examples ot Buick longevity and uninterrupted service,
look to the various models, from the first one built. They’re
still in service—some of them in our home town.
Built in Fours and Sixes $1010 to $1800
F. O. B. SEATTLE
Come in and see the 1915 Models
Northwest Buick Company
802 E. Pike St.
SEATTLE.
GOOD
Clothes at
Moderate Prices
These Clolhes wear, they fit
and they have the right style.
Note the prices at which we
sell them and the next time you
are in Seattle, come in and see
them. If you are not satisfied
with the value you get, you can
have your money back.
$20 to $40
719 Second Ave. Near Columbia
King Bros. fcjo.
Correct Apperel tor Men
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
An “Old Line” Company with “New Line” Idea*
NORTHERN LIEE INSURANCE CO.
LIFE OLICY
ROVIDING
HEALTH ERFF.CT
ACCIDENT ROTEGTION
Premiums Paid for You on Your Life Insurance
If Permanently Disabled
HOME Of MCE. WHITE BUILDING, SEATTLE, U. S. A.
$200,000.00 Deposited with State Treasurer
FURNITURE AND HARDWARE
COAL MINER’S AND COLD MIACR'S SUPPLIES
Doors & Windows
Lang’s Ranges
I X L Parlor Heaters
Gasoline Stoves
Cook Stoves
Camp Stoves
Air Tight Heaters
Oil Stoves
Alcohol Stoves
Spark Plugs
Jump Coils
Batteries
Granite Ware
Aluminum Ware
Asbestos
P & B Paper
Malthoid Rooting
Tar Paper*
Deafening felt
Weather Strips
Gasoline
Gas Engine Oil
Niarine Engine Oil
Valve Oil
Elaine Oil
Floor Oil
Linseed Oil
Cup Grease
Paints
Lacqueret Paint
Asphaltuin Paint
Brushes
Varnishes
Turpentine
Japan
Denatured Alcohol
Coal Tar
Lamps
Lanterns
Tents
PHONE BLACK 4
Rifles
Shot Guns
Ammunition
Fishing Tackle
Giant Powder
Caps
Fuse
Bench Forges
Blacksmith’s C oal
Bellows
Wheel Barrows
Cutlery
Fire Clay
Fire Brick
Lime
Cement
Glass
Hope
Mercury
Seine Twine
J. L. GRAEF
ALASKA scon,™’ ®
Steamers Alameda and Mariposa sail from Seattle
every eight days tor Ketchikan, Juneau, Cordova,
Valdez and Seward.
SANTA ANA leaves Seward 15th of each month for Cook Inlet points and Dutch Harbor.
Regular freight service for Ketchikan, Wrangell, Juneau, Sheep Creek,
Treadwell. Douglas, Skagway, Cordova, Ellamar,
Valdez, Latouche and Seward
Freight Steamers sailing from Seattle each month: S. S. Seward. 5th;
S. S. Latouche, 15th; S. S. Cordova, 25th
(S. S. Seward carries Explosives)
Right reserved to change this schedule without noticeTSfc
p. B. TRACY, General Agent C. B. GUPTILL, Agent
Hotel Seward
W. A. M’NEILEY, P«or.
MODERN CONVENIENCES
RATES $1.00 TO $2.50 PER DAY
HOT AND COLD WATER BATHS ELECTRIC LIGHTS
The Borgen Grocery
Staple and Fancy Groceries
Handles the Rest Canned Goods from the Paclfie Coast—Rest
Treatment to Everybody and Prices Right—Goods
Delivered to All Parts of the City
GUS BORGEN, Proprietor
Phone Main 134 Clayson Building, Seward
Pioneer
Hotel
F. B. CANNON, Prop.
Knik
Alaska
KNIK’S LEADING HOTEL
NO BAR .
Accommodations for Ninety Guests
Large General Lobby
Private Lobby for Ladies
Best Rates : : Best Treatmbint
Best Accommodations