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BERNARD M. STONE, President.
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SEWARD, ALASKA, MONDAY. MARCH 22, 1915.
Government railroad matters are coming out just about as predicted.
The owners of the Alaska Northern said “We’ll give you the road for five
million dollars.” /
“Three hundred and fifty thousand” said the president.
“The negotiations are off” said Attorney Boland in the New \ork Sun.
Then he went back to Washington
“Look here” says he "Three hundred and fifty thousand aint no price for
a railroad like that. I’ll split the difference."
“Nothing stirring" answered President Wilson.
“Not a blamed cent more" urged Secretary Lane behind the president’s
shoulder. “We can build front Valdez, Portage bay or the Aleutian islands
and keep your old road. If all comes to all we could buy out the Gug
genheim*.”
“ 1 dare you” came back Boland.
The president and the secretary whispered together and Boland says
they were trying to hide the effects of his last shot.
“Well, look here," said the president "Mr. What’s your name, we don’t
want to condemn your property and we don’t want to run a road in opposi
tion. and a» we don’t want to take the money from the bondholders we’ll
give you a million dollars.”
“I’m sorry Mr. President” said Boland in that voice which a man always
assumes when he wants people to understand that the thing is impossible and
that he is sorry for it.
“Well. Mr. Boland, what would you say to one million one hundred
thousand?"
Boland pauses and sends a telegram or two and Attorney Cotton is
brought in from the back yard, and there you are, and all the time while
this piece of play was going on the people of Seward were sweating blood.
Just imagine thirty thousand men applying for jobs on the government j
railroad. This is a number almost equal to the total white population of the
territory. Such men as those would not at all be the best men tor the work
here. One man who knows something about placer or quartz mining or about
any of the other industries in Alaska would be worth ten of such fly-by-nights
to the territory. Get ont* of those fellows applying for a job, give him a few
months work and then what will he do? He will go home and buy whiskey
or a cow or something.
If you get the fellow who has been prospecting in the hills for years
and give him a few months* work, and what will he do? He II go out on
some creek in Alaska and dig. He knows Alaska, he is used to Alaska, he
won’t kick about the cold of Alaska and he won’t be crying for his mama.
Alaskans are the men to get what Alaska has to give as long as there is
enough of them.
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With the coming of a great population to this part of Alaska a big
political change must come about. It is more than likely that within a tew
years this division will have a greater population than all the other divisions
combined. The industries will be so great and a large population will depend
to so great an extent on good laws that it would never do for fifty thousand
people to have no more voice in the government of the territory than two or
three thousand of some other division. We are in for big changes and the
anticipation of them ought to be an interesting subject for conjecture for all
of us.
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DOGS FOR SALE.
Dog team for sale. Six good
malumutes. Dr. Sehabeien, Phone
main 18.
Complete Camping Outfits. Tents
Tarpaulins, Camp stoves, Cooking
utensils etc. etc. Brown & Hawkins. >
“Quality First.”
NEWS FROM ALL PARTS
OF THE NORTHLAND
Speaking of the statements in the
Fairbanks and Cordova papers about
the alleged dis-satisfaction of the Idit
arod people with the mail service via
Seward the Pioneer puts a quietus on
the opponents of this route by the fol
lowing editorial remarks:
“The impression seems to prevail in
Fairbanks, judging from newspaper
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accounts, that the people of Iditarod
are dissatisfied with the mail service
between this'city and Seward, and
favor a return to the old plan by
which mail was received from Fair
banks. This is far from the truth.
The dissatisfaction arises not on ac
! count of the route followed, which is
; hundreds of miles shorter than by
I the Fairbanks route, nor with the
I time between Seward and this city.
| The complaints are due to the beg
garly weight limit for such a large
territory to be served and the lack of
discrimination shown in making up
the consignments. The mail from
Seward has been delivered with re
1 markable promptness since the incep
NO. 10705.
treasury department.
Ot^ce of Comptroller of the Cur
rency.
Washington, D. C., February 15, 1915.
WHEREAS, by satisfactory evi
dence presented to the undersigned,
it has been made to appear that “THE
HARRIMAN NATIONAL BANK OF
ALASKA AT SEWARD” in the vil
lage of Seward in the Third Judicial
District and Territory of Alaska has
complied with all the provisions of
the statutes of the United States, re- j
quired to be complied with before an j
association shall be authorized to,
commence the business of Banking; i
NOW THEREFORE I, JOHN:
SKELTON WILLIAMS, Comptroller1
of the Currency, do hereby certify j
that “THE HARRIMAN NATIONAL j
BANK OF ALASKA AT SEWARD” j
in the village of Seward in the Third
Judicial District and Territory of Al
aska is authorized to commence the
business of Banking as provided in
Section Fifty-one hundred and sixty- j
nine of the Revised Statutes of the
United States.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF witness
my hand and Seal of office this
fifteenth day of February, 1915.
(SIGNED) JNO. SKELTON WIL
LIAMS
Comptroller of the Currency
Date of first publication March 18,
1915.
Date of last publication May 27, 1915.
The Bank will open for business on
or about April 15th next. Due notice
will bo given in this paper.
Gaston Hardy,
Vice President.
DO YOU WANT A SPRING SUIT?
We mean by that a Spring Suit
made of the fabric that you like, in the
style that you like with your own in
dividual ideas as regards the little
extras that go to make up a tailored
suit, and spells s-a-t-i-s-f-a-c-t-i-o-n
If you would, we ask that you call
at once and look over the new Spring
Samples now on display. They are
the best that we have ever carried, and
> the new styles are the smartest in
years.
This is our new Idea. We want a
line of men’s suits that is different
and better than anything that has
ever been shown in Alaska. We want
to give to the men of Seward, a clothes
Service that is better than any town
in Alaska can boast of.
To do this, we ask that you work
with us to this extent. That you come
in and look over the samples, let us
take your measure and ideas on the
little extras that go to make up your
individual suit, and then we will send
and have the suit made at no expense
to you.
WE WANT IT FOR STOCK.
You are under no obligation to take
the suit ai all, we are obliged to you
for the trouble that you have gone to,
in order, to help us get the idea
launched. The suit is here for sale
K and we have an individually selected
£ stock of clothes that is the peer of
$ any stock in Alaska.
HOWEVER
If you ever want a suit of clothes, you will know that at this store there is a suit made to your measure,
the style that you like and the fabric that you like, and that it was made for you. WILL YOU HELP .
TH l MINER'S STORE
FRANK J. COTTER, Manager
Phone Adams 131 “Don’t Forget the Parcel Post** Seward, Alaska
tion of tho service, and there can be
little complaint on this score. That
the service could be greatly improved
upon will not be questioned, but it is
rank nonsense to Bay that there is a
desire to again be served by the longer
| route by way of Cordova and Fair
banks.
I
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 26.—The ef
forts of Delegate Wickersham of Al
l aska to secure the establishment of
a general common school system for
Alaska have been blocked by Con
gressman Norton, who opposed the bill
because it would locate the agricultur
al school at Fairbanks, disregarding
what the territorial legislature might
i wish.
Mr. Wickersham claims that John
! Ballaine, who has reported here for
! action, has lobbied against the meas
ure because he wishes to have the col
lege located at Seward.—Iditarod
Pioneer.
Try China Noodle Sauce with Wash
ington Egg Noodles, 25 cents per pint.
Brown & Hawkins. “Quality First.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND COMPANY
SEATTLE, WASH.
We are the originators of the only guarantee that stands the test in the stairs u( justice
LACE CURTAINS AND DRAPERIES
Nothing brightens or beautifies home more than pretty LACE CURTAINS
or DRAPERIES. Our mammoth stock of lace curtains, shown in our new
SPRING CATALOG, shows you the GREATEST VALUES POSSIBLE TO
OFFER. Many of our curtains are imported direct from the English
manufacturer. This accounts for the BIG SAVING in price for you. ^ou
will find our curtains beautifully patterned, woven from the best quality
cotton, full size, and substantially made. YOU TAKE NO RISK. 01 R
GUARANTEE IS YOUR ASSURANCE.
PRETTY DRAPERIES AND SCRIMS.
Thousands of yards of SCRIM have arrived for our big Spring Catalog busi
ness. Large range of qualities and prices. You are sure to find just
what you desire at a great saving to you. Our PORTIERES are of heavy
qualities and beautifully patterned. PRICES MUCH LOWER THAN I HE
REGULAR RETAIL PRICE.
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
Just 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, x
Big line Victor Records,
Crossett Shoes for Men,
Paints,Oils andTurpentine,
Chinaware and Dishes,
Hardware,
House Furnishings,
Wall Paper, Dry Paste,
Best Stock in Seward,
Rugs, Linoleums,
Matting.
Our prices are ri^lit. Come in and be convinced, while
we have plenty time to wait on you. We expect to be so
busy within 30 days that we will all be jumping sidewise.
Now is the time to paint-up and slick*up*
SEWARD COMMERCIAL CO.
t ECONOMY
Economy in fuel consump
tion — Economy in tire
mileage—Economy In up
, , _.... keep—and greatest of all,
l motor cars ] 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 tho Wisconsin Re
liability and Economy Contest with an average of 24.8 miles to
the gallon for over oOO miles.
Thousands of unsolicited letters from satisfied owners vouch
for Buick ecouomy of upkeep and reoords of tire mileage.
For examples of 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 fo $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 Clothes 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. Co.
Correct Apparel tor Men
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
Lang’s (Pat.) Hot Blast Smokeburning
STOVES AND RANGES
Are GUARANTEED to burn but one-half as much
fuel as OLD STYLE RANGES.
Because they consume all gases and smoke In
fuel. All fuel is burned from top.
The “PACIFIC/’ as shown in cut. Is our Stand
ard Family Range—made In three sizes.
We Make Stoves from $1.00 to $300
Write us for Catalogues,
F. S. LANG MANUFACTURING CO.,
2756 First Avenue, South, SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
H. V. HOBEN A. P. DAVIS
ALASKA TRANSFER
H. V. HOBEN, Manager
—----‘Dealers In
COAL, WOOD AND ICE
General Transferring Phones, Main 17 ancl 41
FURNITURE AND HARDWARE
COAL MINER’S AND GOLD MINER’S SI1PPLIIS
Doors & Windows
Lang’s Ranges
1 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
MaUhoid Roofing
Tar Paper
Deafening felt
Weather Strips
Gasoline
Gas Engine Oil
.Vi&rine Engine Oil
Valve Oil
Elaine Oil
Floor Oil
Linseed Oil
Cup Grease
Paints
Lacqueret Paint
Asphaltuni 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 Forces
Blacksmith’s Coal
Bellows
Wheel Barrows
Cutlery
Fire Clay
Fire Brick
Lime
Cement
Glass
Rope
Mercury
Seine Twine
J. L. GRAEF
ALASKA COnPANY S!S[o
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 Sewi d
Freight Steamers sailing from Seattle each month: S. S. Seward. 5th;
S. S. Latouche, 15th; S. S. Cordova, 25th
(S. S. Seward carries Explosives)
JjTRight reserved to change this schedule without notice's#
F. B. TRACY, General Agent * C. B. GUPTJLL, Agent
Hotel Seward
W. A. M'NEILEY. Pnor.
MODERN CONVENIENCES
RATES $1.0C TO $2.50 PER DAY
HOT ANO COLD WATER BATHS ELECTRIC LIGHT S
The Bor gen Grocery
Staple and Fancy Groceries
Handles the Best Canned Goods from the Pacifie Coaatr—Best
Treatment to Everybody and Prices Right—Goods
Delivered to All Parts of the City
GUS BORGEN, Proprietor
Phone Main 134 Clayson Building, Sewar^
Pioneer!
Hotel !
F. B. CANNON, Prop. )
Knik |
Alaska
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KNIK’S LEADING H<>TEL
NO BAR
Accommodations for Ninei^ ^ues^
Large General Lob^y,
Private Lobby for La *ie8
Best Rates : : Best treatment
Best Accommoda£?ons
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