NEWS OE THE WORLD EOR PAST WEEK
By Cable to The Dally Gateway.
Cold Weather on Great Plains
Kansas » ’it y, April 29 Severe storms,
snow, rain and freezing temperature
prevail generally through Missouri.
Nebraska. Iowa and North Texas.
Boat Race Proves Piz/.le
San Francisco. April 29 The uni
versity boat race Saturday afternoon
ended in a lizzie as the bay was so
rough that all the boats were swamped.
The race will be rowed again in Seat
tle in July. Stanford and Berkley
rowed this morning, the former win
ning by six lengths.
Rockefeller Gives $2,000,000
Chicago, April 29—John I>. Rocke
feller gave an additional donation of
12,000,000 to the university of Chicago
today.
MacArthur to Welcome Kuroki
Seattle, April 29 Gen. MacArthur,
head of the regular army, arrived here
last night to welcome Gen. Kuroki of
tho Japanese army, who will arrive
here on an Oriental steamer next
Wednesday.
John Mitchell Operated On
Spring Valley. 111., April 29 John
Mitchell, president of the I’nited Mine
Workers, was brought here l't>t night
from Chicago and was operated on
successfully this afternoon.
To Change Tanana Mail Service
Seattle, April 29 Maj. John I',
('him, ir» charge of the mail service of
Northern Alaska, recommends changes
in the winter mail sen ice. He pro
poses to discontinue the service by way
of the White Pass railroad and to use
the Valdez-Fairbanks trail exclusively,
starting a mail train from each end
three times a week instead of twice.
Arranges New Customs System
Washington, IX ( ., April 29 Col
lector Hobart of the Alaska customs
district left here for Seattle today af
ter arranging with the treasury de
partment many new methods in the
Alaska service.
Deeds All to John D. Junior
Cleveland. April 29—John D. Rocke
feller has decided that he will not live
much longer and made deeds today to
his son John D. Rockefeller Jr., con
▼eying to the young man ail his
property.
To Survey Around Cook Inlet
Seattle, April 29 - Cap?. W. G.
Hodgkins of the P. S. survey steamer
Patterson, arrived here today to take
the steamer north for the summer’s
work. The Patterson will survey
around Cook inlet and Kodiak island
this season.
Eight Life Boats for Alaska
Aberdeen, April 29—Eight more life
boats have been completed here and
will be shipped to Alaska immediately
with crews to be used as life savers
along the coast and in the rivers.
President Back from Jamestown
Washinpton, D. C., April 29—Presi
dent Roosevelt returned yesterday
from his trip to the Jamestown exposi
tion.
Mt. Stromboli Erupts
Naples, April 29— Mount StromlK>li
is in eruption today and a hail of cin
ders, stones and lava is l»eing hurled j
from the crater and showered over a
wide surrounding area to the terror of
the inhabitants, who are preparing to
abandon their homes if the eruption
grows more violent.
Sends Relief to China
San Francisco, April .»9 The trans- j
port Buford sailed at noon today, midst
taoting of whistles and other noisy
evidences of good will. She is laden
with relief supplies for the famine suf- j
ferers of ( hina.
Heney After Hermann
San Francisco, April 30 F. J. Heney
savsthat as soon as he completes the
renovation of San Francisco, he will
take up the Oregon fraud cases, and
will get Binger Hermann, the ex-com
missioner of the general land otliee, re
cently acquitted of the charge of
conspiracy to defraud the government.
Halsey Will Stand Trial
Honolulu, April30—T. V. Halsey is on
his way from Manila to San Francisco to
stand trial on indictments for bribery
returned by the grand jury. He re
fuses to discuss the matter.
Guggenheim Causes Divorce
New York, April 30—Benjamin Gug
genheim, one of the seven brothers
who control the smelter trust, was the
co-respondent in the divorce suit
brought by Samuel Tuska, secretary
treasurer of the American Process
Company against his wife. The di
vorce was granted in secret but the
facts have leaked out. Mrs Tuska
denies improper relations with the
copper magnate.
Squires to Fight Winner
San Francisco,April 30- Bill Squires,
the Australian pugilist will flight the
winner of the Burns-O’Brien tight,
scheduled to take place in this city
May 8.
John L. Seeks a Divorce
Boston, April 30-John L. Sullivan,
the former king of the prize ring, is
trying to secure a divorce from his*
wife, formerly Annie Hates. He wants
(o marry a wealthy New \ ork woman,
whose name is not divulged.
McClellan and Tammany Hury Hatchet
New York, April 30 Mayor McClel
lan and Tammany Hall have buried
the hatchet and will henceforth work
in harmony. This means a break in
the cordial relations of Tammany and
\V. It. Hearst, the leader of the Inde
pendence league, and the latter is ex
tremely sore at the turn of events.
To Break Ground June I
Seattle, April 30 The first of June
is the day set for breaking ground for
the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific exposition.
The event will bo observed with fitting
ceremonies.
Reed Pleads Self Defense
Juneau, April 30—The trial of Rob
ert Reed, charged with the killing of
Norman Smith, a saloon man of Tana
kee last fall, began in the district
court this morning. Reed entered a
plea of self defense.
Counterfeiter Escaped from Pen
Tacoma, April 30 Herman Wendt
escaped from the penitentiary on
McNeil's island Sunday last, and is
still at Idrge. Officers are in persuit,
Wendt was sent to the pen for
counterfeit ing.
Wendt Still Going Some
Tacoma, May 1 Herman Wendt, the
! counterfeiter who escaped Sunday
from the McNeil island penitential’},
is >till at large.
Will Observe Labor Day
Chicago, April 30 International
labor day will be appropriately obser
ved in every large city tomorrow,
hearing of Lumbermen Begun
Washington, D. C., April 30—The
hearing of the complaint of the lumber
interests of the stato of Washington
! against twenty-three railway systems
for failure to provide ears and grant
I through rates, was commenced this
; morning before tho interstate com
j mere©commission.
Senators Start for Hawaii
San Francisco, May 1— rl he senator
| ial party sailed today for Honolulu.
To Give Banquet to Dewey
Washington. D. C., May 1—A ban
quet in honor of Admiral Dewey will
be given this evening on the ninth an
niversary of the battle of Manila bay.
Busy Day in Paris
Haris, May 1 The city is in dread of
labor disturbances befor the day is
closed. Great crowds of laboring men
are gathered in the streets and some
disorder has already occurred. Many
arrests have been made and troops are
held in readiness to march from their
barracks at a moment’s notice.
Socialists Parade and 1 alk
Chicago. May l—The socialists of the
labor unions paraded in the streets to
day and held a big meeting at which
violent socialistic speeches were made.
Iron Molders Strike
San Francisco, May 1—Fight thous
and iron molders walked out this
morning and other mechanics may
follow. The streetcar men, who are
at an issue with their employers, will
not strike until after a conference
which is in progress this afternoon.
Strike for Eight Hours
Sacramento, May 1 - • Three big
strikes started today on a demand for
| an eight hour day. They include the
i laundry and brewery workers and the
! retail clerks.
Mrs. Thaw Gives $50,000 to College
Hittsburg: May 1 -Mrs. William to
I day endowed Denver university with
$.”>0,000.
Plans Alaska Weather Reports
Washington, D. C., May 1—A plan
for establishing a weather bureau in
Alaska to make and report regular
observations, is under consideration
by Chief Willis of the government
weather service. Regular stations
will be fully equipped and the service
may be put in operation this summer.
Church and School Burn
Seattle, May 1—The Church of the
Immaculate Conception and the school
in connection burned this morning
with a loss of $50 000. The 200 boys in
the school were marched out safely
without any excitement, having been
trained by frequent tire drills.
Sue Pharo for $55,000
Seattle, May 1 -Six owners of the
steamer Dix, which sunk in collision
with the steamer Jeanie last fall in
Puget sound near this city, today filed
an action against James E. Pharo,
owner of the Jeanie, to recover $55,000,
the alleged value of the Dix.
Stop Presses in St. Louis
St. Louis, May 2—A strike of press
men is on for more wages and all news
papers are tied up. As it looks now
the afternoon papers will not be able '
to i»ue and unless pressmen can be |
imported from outside this evening the !
morning papers cannot come out to
morrow.
No Streetcar Compromise
San Francisco, May 2—The com
promise ottered by the street railway
management was rejected by the men
this morning and unless an agreement
can bo reached today the men will
strike this evening.
To Referee Burns-O’Brlen Fight
Ijos Angeles, May 2 -Charles Eyton
was selected today as referee of the
light between Philadelphia Jack
O’Brien and Tommy Burns, which is
scheduled for May 8.
Alaska Coast Reincorporates
Seattle, May 2 The Alaska Coast
Company disincorporated today and
immediately reincorporated under the
same name on account of the with
drawal of <’apt. Omar J. Humphrey.
The capital stock of the new company
is $84,000, and it is headed by James
E. Pharo, M. R. Backus and E. Ames.
Police Before Grand Jury
Chicago, May 2—Thirty-live police
captains and other executive ottlcors
of the department were subpoenaed
today to testify before the grand jury
concerning charges of graft.
Ruth Jackson Acquitted
Seattle, May 2—Ruth Jackson was
acquitted of the charge of murdering
her husband, by a jury in the superior
court today. The jurors made hor a
present of $15.
Ruef Wants Change of V enue
San Francisco, May l Abe Ruef’s
counsel this morning again demanded
a change of venue but the motion was
denied by Judge Dunne. Two jurors
are still lacking but it is probable they
will be secured this afternoon.
Start l.and Fraud Scare
Seattle. May t>— It is reported that
six detectives are here under the em
ploy of Francis J. Honey to look up the
charges of land frauds.
Unveil ricClellaii Statue
Washington, D. May2 -A statue
of the late General George B. Mc
Clellun was unveiled this afternoon,
President Roosevelt making the prin
cipal speech.
Ruef Trial Goes Over
San Francisco, May 3- The trial of
Abe Ruef went over today until next
Monday on account of the death of
Judge Ilosmer of the superior court,
which caused all departments of the
court, to adjourn. A special venire
for the Ruef case was ordered and will
be returned Monday.
Reception to Gen. Kuroki
Seattle, May 3 -Gen. Kuroki arrived
in this city late yesterday and a big
reception was given him this after
noon. He will start for Jamestown
tomorrow, accompanied by Gen. Mac
Arthur.
Shifts Army Commanders
Washington. D. C., May 3—Orders
were issued today transferring Major
General Leonard Wood from the de
partment of the Philippines to the de
partment of the Fast, and designating
Major-General John F. Weston as his
successor in the Philippines. Major
General A. W. Groely goes to the de
partment of the Columbia. These
orders will not take effect until after
Secretary Taft returns from the
Philippines.
Baroness Guilty of flanslaughter
New York, May 3—Baroness Deraa
say was found guilty by a jury in the
criminal court today of manslaughter
in the first degree for killing Gustav
Simon, a millionaire shirt manufact
urer.
Telephone Girls Strike
San Francisco, May 3 Six hundred
telephone girls walked out this morn
ing, tying up the entire system. They
want a wage increase of $10 a month.
Starts on Long Trip
St. Iiouis, May 1—Capt. Charles
Chandler of the United States signal
corps started last night for a trip to
Washington in a balloon. He expect
ed to make it in three days.
Chandler Lands in Illinois
Golconda, III., May 2-Capt. Chand
ler, who undertook to sail from St,
L mis to Washington in a balloon, met
adverse winds and landed with his
balloon here late yesterday evening.
Sullivan Licks Young Corbett •
Baltimore, May 4—Kid Sullivan i
knocked out Young Corbett in the
eleventh round last night.
Wins Tennis Championship
London, May 4—Jay Gould won the
world’s tennis championship in the
international tournament this morn
ing.
Law School Dean Kills Himself
New York, May 4—Lrnest Huffcut,
dean of the law school of t ornell uni
versity, shot himself fatal I v through
the head this morning with suicidal
intent.
Grant Goes to Lake Division
Washington, D. C., May 4—Gen.
Fred Grant was assigned today to the
command of the Lake division of the
regular army.
Keeping Tab on Emma Goldman
San Francisco, May 4—Fmma Gold
OH, SO EASY!
All you have to do is to
come around to us and
ask for an Adler, a
Stein-Block or a Hart,
Schaeffer & Marx suit.
These clothes carry val
ue and add value to the
men that carry them.
OH, BUT IT’S TASY
and the easiest tiling
about it is the cost.
CLAYSON
...The Clothier...
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cortMui
man, tho noted anarchist, arrived here
from Denver today. She announces
that she will go to Seattle next week.
All movements of herself and associ
ates arc closely watched by the police.
Earthquake Shakes Spain
Madrid, May 4 -Spain was shaken
this morning by an earthquake which
continued seventeen seconds.
King Edward (Joes Home
Paris, May 4 - King Edward and
Queen Alexandra left this morning to
return to London.
Mrs. Roosevelt has Close Call
Washington, D. C., May 4—It is
learned today that Mrs.Koosevelt nar
rowly escaped death yesterday on the
steamer Sylph. The boat crashed into
a dock breaking an iron flagstaff
which fell within three feet of her.
She turned white and nearly fainted.
H. E. ELLSWORTH
SEWARI), ALASKA.
ASSAY OFFICE
Reports on mines. Ore Analysis
Gold. *I.M
Gold and Silver. 2.00
Copper. J-60
I^ead. j[.60
Gold. Silver and l<end. 3.50
Gold, Silver and Copier. 3.50
Gold. Silver. Copi>er and U-ad. 4 60
Gold and Silver Umpire. 5.00
Iron. 4.00
Sulphur. Aluminum, Tin. Platinum.
Quicksilver, Zinc, Nickel. Cobalt.
Chromium, etc.• ••• 6.00
Mill tests. 115 to 130
Ore analysis.*10 and up
Gold retlned. incited, assayed and bought
SEWARD
Water and Power
COMPANY.
John A. Nelson, - Manager
office:
Bunk of Seward Buildintf. i
SPECIAL
SALE.
OF
SPRING
TONICS
A S1.00 BOTTLE
Sarsaparilla Compound
FOR 75 CENTS.
This special sale will last
for balance of month only.
This Is the season of the year in
which most i>eo|>lo begin to feel Ian
guld or lndis|H)scd. Are you feeling
this way? If so. you can relieve this
tired feeling by getting a bottle of the
well known spring tonic-Sarsaparilla
Compound—and at greatly reduced
price.
OWL DRUG CO.
E. V. BOYLE. MOB,
Wholesale Retail
Northwestern Steamship Company
CARRYING l. S. MAIL AND LXPRESS
Seattle - Seward Route - Outside Passage
Str. SANTA CLARA
Str. SA RATOG A SS ,?*»
Cyr Ylir’ AT A \I Sails from Seattle May 1C: returning
OH . I UCrt 1 i-llN sails from Seward May 21
Str **001} A** Sails from Seward 16th of each month for Unalaska. Dutch Harbor.
Olia RVKrt and way ports. Returning leaves Sewurd about 2»th of each month.
All steamers from Seattle connect with steamer at Seldovia
for Cook inlet ports.
For transportation, bojrth reservations, freight rates etc. I.' T QT*!! PQ
call on Agent. SPwrard. Alaska. L~‘* 1
d. F. TROWBRIDGE. Gen-l Mgr. E. G. McMICKEN, G. F. and P. Agt
SEATTLE. WASH.
GENERAL OFFICES: 702 FIRST AVE.. SEATTLE,
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Carrying 1. S. Mail—Alaska-Pacific Express
VIA |NSIDE PASSAGE
To Seattle and Juneau
Stmrs Portland and Bertha
Sailings from Seward 8th and 23rd of each month.
Sailings from Seattle 10th and 25th of each month.
Sailing Dates Subject to Change Without Notice
For Further Information Apply to
ALASKA COAST CO. — BROWN & HAWKINS
94 Yesler, Seattle. _Agents-Seward._
THE ALASKA TRANSFER
CHRISTIENSEN &. LAUBNER. Proprietor*
Pianos and Safes Moved spe.i.i.tu-ii.-t.cmrTr.d.
Give us your order* for Coal & Wood
General Forwarders PHONE MAIN Seward. Alaska I
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THE SEWARD LIGHT AND POWER COMPANY
(Incorporated November, 1905, under the laws of Alaska)
j Office—on Fourth avenue, near Adams, Seward, Alaska
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WAGNERS PLACE
FRED WAGNER, Proprietor
WINES, LIQUORS AND CIGARS
A Good Time and Right Treatment for Everyone
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MUSHERS
Attention!
Mrs. Watson, formerly of Hope,
will be pleased to see all of her
old friends at her Restaurant in
Girdwood, where they will re
ceive the best the market affords.
Sleeping accommodations for
guests and place for sleds and
dogs.
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Oyster cocktails and clam bouillon,
hot or cold, at all hours. The Branch/
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Meets every second and fourth Sat- I
urday evening in Fire Hall.
J. L. FEED, F. E. YOUNGS,
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FRASER'S
SMOKE SHOP
(Club Rooms in Connection)
Fine Line of Choice Clears. Tobaccos,
Pipes and Smokers’ Articles.
H. Shattuck, Fourth