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The war is now truly fast becoming a world struggle and the end seems
to be further off than ever. The saddest blow to Great Britain is probably
that which was dealt when the Boer general, Maritz, decided to throw in his
lot with the Germans and to make one more effort to achieve his country’s
independence. It is difficult to think that the Boer nation can have forgiven
Britain or forgotten everything although home rule was granted to South
Africa. The granting of that home rule probably softened to a very great ex
tent the feeling of animosity and it may have the effect of keeping General
Botha, the present prime minister under the British crown, from taking an
active part in the war. It may also have similar effects on other leading mem
bers of the Boer people but deep down in the hearts of a conquered people,
no matter who they are, smoulder for centuries the bitter sensations of de
feat and humiliation. The Boers generally may not fight against the British
but if only half of them take up arms it will mean, perhaps, the repetition
of the story of the American revolution when England's hands were also en
gaged afar off and powerful enemies were ready and willing to aid her re
volted subjects.
The case of Poland is another which shows the vitality of the virtuous
and noble sentiment of patriotism. To gain the aid of “the fair land of Po
land" the czar promised it autonomy if it came to the aid of Russia, but the
hearts of the Poles are still quivering with the agony of dismemberment.
Not only has Poland been stricken by Russia but the swords of Germany and
Austria have aided the work of national butchery and today poor Poland sees
no hope in the victory of either side in the great conflict.
But, yet, above the din of the struggle the voice of the Poles is heard
like the voice of a man crying for aid from beneath a crushing pile. She is
torn into pieces. Her nationality is severed and she is a slave, hut she is still
Poland.
The great powers may crush and destroy and they are great because
they are ruthless. They may dethrone Kings and divide kingdoms and place
their flags over conquered nations, but they can never kill the love for the
motherland nor make a slave love the master’s whip. If Poland and all the
ether enslaved nations could be set free by this war the war would be a
blessing sent from heaven.
That Russian army ought to make a prime subject for a comic opera.
About three or four days ago it was penetrating the heart of Hungary and
now it is going like the mill tails of blank in the opposite direction. And just
before that it was walking all over East Prussia and a few' days later it was
walking all over itself to get back to Bearland.
The Austrian ambassador to the United States issued a statement some
time ago to the effect that the Austrians had merely retreated through Gal
icia’s flat, unprotected parts to take up a good position. He also stated that
during the fighting between the two armies the Austrians had captured
41,000 Russian* and 200 guns but everything he said was laughed at although
it looks very muth now as if he were telling the truth.
One can sympathize with the gallant soldiers of beautiful France or the
•turdy British in their manly fighting against the equally fine German troops,
but when it comes to the Russian system of winning victories with pencils
one can only say that the Ru*>ian government must think the whole world is
peopled by moujiks.
NEWS FROM ALL PARTS
OF THE NORTHLAND
NEW YORK.—The surviving mem
bers of Stefansson's exploring party
to the Arctic, where the Karluk was
crushed in an ice pack, signed a paper,
now in Capt. Robert A. Bartlett’s
possession, exonerating him from all
blame in connection with the mishap,
according to a letter received by Her
bert L. Bridgman, of Brooklyn, and
made public today.
The letter was written on July 26
by Hugh J. Lee, United States mar
shal at St. Michael, Alaska, describ
ing Capt. Bartlett’s arrival at that
place last May.
Lee wrote that Captain Bartlett did
not seem to be in good physical
health, due perhaps to the mental
strain to which he had been subjected.
JUNEAU—Collector of Customs J.
F. Pugh, who has just returned from
interior points of Alaska, believes that
interior Alaska including Nome and
the Seward peninsula, will produce
$10,000,000 in gold during the present
season. The busness outlook, Mr Pugh
says, is good for that part of Alaska
and things are especially brisk at
VOTE FOR
George R. Goshaw
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To the Voters of the Third Division:
As it is impossible for me at this time, owing to the close of the
mining and business season at this placer camp, to come before you
in person, I find it necessary to make this announcement through the
medium of the press.
I desire your vote for Senator of the Territorial Legislature, from
the Third Division, at the Election on Tuesday, November iln
Third.
My friends have not urged me to seek this office, nor does the
office seek me, I SEEK THE OFFICE, and I want your support and
vote.
I am solely responsible for my candidacy, and have made no
pledges or promises to any individual, party or concern, and if elect
ed will go to Juneau, absolutely unhampered with ties of any kind;
to do that which will advance the interests of the whole people of
Alaska:—not to go there and vote “aye and nay” during the session,
but to work with a will and a knowledge of affairs, gained from a
considerable experience, especially in this Division, and continue such
work, throughout the year and entire term of office.
If you feel that you can NOT honestly and sincerely cast your
ballot for any of the other candidates for this office, THEN VOTE
FOR ME. Yours very truly,
GEORGE R. GOSHAW.
Chisana, Alaska, Sept 1, 1914.
For Senator
Nome on account of there being plenty
of water this year for mining pur
poses.
Mr. Pugh reports that dredge min
ing is becoming a tremendous indus
try in the sections visted. On the
Seward peninsula there are ah told
forty-six dredges in operation.
Fairbanks is uncovering some
quartz that is showing up well and is
tuking on an air of permanency. Some
data which Mr. Pugh has gathered,
and which he thinks are conservative,
show gold production as follows:
Nome, $4,000,000; Ruby, $1,000,000;
Fairbanks, $4,000,000, and Iditarod,
$1,500,000.
The tin mines of Seward peninsula
are looming up well, he says. They
have 700 tons of tin ore and placer tin
ready for shipment that is worth
about $400 a ton.
Dawson.—Arrivals on the steamer
Yukon this morning from the lower
river included a few returning stam
peders from the Porcupine who were
up the river with intentions of going
to the reported new strike on the Ar
tie slope beyond the Old Crow and the
Driftwood. They bring back con
firmation of the reports received a
few days ago on the Launch Hazel B.
when it was stated that the gold re
covered aggregated no more than
five ounces, and that what had been
found amounted to only a prospect.
DAWSON.—Three hundred mem
bersof the Moose were present at the
meeting of Dawson lodge of the order
last evening to welcome J. Frederick
Johnson, the national representative
and organizer. Mr. Johnson spoke
enthusiastically of the work of the
order in Yukon and Alaska, and told
of the growth of the various lodges
during the year. He will leave on the
Yukon tonight for Fairbanks.
Orders taken for Nu-Bone Corsets.
Perfect fit and satisfaction guaran
teed. Mrs. V. H. Cottle, next Cum
min’s Boarding House.
Help Those Who
Help Us
1H0MASI1.
HOLLAND
CHITINA, ALASKA
Regular Democratic
Nominee
for Representative
And Vote the
Democratic Ticket
John Lyons
Independent Candidate
for
Representative
in
Alaska Legislature
Resided in Alaska since 1897.
Resided in Valdez since 1901.
Believes in Opening
Up Alaska for this
Generation
and that such a course is best
for all future generations.
Alexander H.
BRADFORD
Candidate for
Representative
TO THE
ALASKA LEGISLATURE
Eighteen Years in the Territory
Favors Opening of the Alaska
Coal Fields and Abolition
of All Reservation
OENERAL POLICIES OF THE
WILSON J ADMINISTRATION
C.W. PALMER
KNIK, ALASKA
THE BEST LINE OF MERCHANDISE OBTAINABLE
On account of having our own ship bringing in merchandise fresh
from the outside, we are able to quote you prices that competition
cannot touch.
W<^5aveJfoi^/loney
The goods that we carry are the best that can be bought at any
price. A trial order will convince you.
REMEMBER WE CARRY EVERYTHING
WE SAVE YOU MONEY ON EVERY ITEM
O. W. PALMER, Knik, Alaska
Hlllll OVERLAND
E. L. WhITTEMORE, PROP.
Headquarters for Mining Men
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SEWARD, - • * ALASKA
The Coleman
FIRST-CLASS HOTEL. GEO. SEXTON, PROP.
Electric lights. Electric bell. Modern bath room a. Hates reasonable.
FOURTH AVENUE SEWARD, ALASKA
USE THE PHONE
ALASKA ELECTRIC COMPANY
s. M. GRAFF, - President and General Manager
Clothing, Furnishings, Footwear, Tents,
Tarps, Rugs, Etc.
S. L. Colwell
PIONEER MERCHANT Fourth Ave
^ r OPEN DAY
Commerce Cafe f*zz:z
Short Orders at All Hours
Bread for Sale
Hoard, family style. Breakfast, from 6 to 8 a. m. Dinner, 11 a. m.
to 1 p. m. Supper, 5 to 7 p. m. Kate, $1.00.
Service at Counter, Tables E. LEVIN
or Private Boxes Proprietor
H. V. HOBEN A. F. DAVIS
ALASKA TRANSFER
H. V. HOBEN, Manager
—--Dealers In
COAL, WOOD AND ICE
General Transferring Phones, Main 17 and 41
WATCHES
Howard
Hamilton
Elgin
Waltham
Illinois
The Celebrated
Chat. Mllen
Kepeater
George The Jeweler
Watches, Clocks and
Jewelry Repaired
GOLD NUGGET GOODS Made to Order
CEO. A. MIRLACH
THE SEWARD LIGHT AND POWER COMPANY
Incorporated November 1905 under the Laws of the Territory of Alaaka
S. M. GRAFF, President and General Manager
CONTRACTORS AND DEALERS IN
Electric Supplies and Appliances
Oflice AtTlhe Station. TELEPHONE MAIN 123
Location Notices the Gateway
Evinrude
Motors
■
2 and 3 1-2 h. p.
With Magn to.
J. L Graef
Agent
SEWARD! SEWARD! SEWARD! SEWARD!
Ocean Terminus Government Railway
Don’t Forget This
The Seward Commercial Company will tfivo the Public the Hot
Bargains in All Lines of Merchandise (except groceries) for the next
30 days that ever was pulled off in Alaska. LookUat a few of them.
20 per cent Off
Men’* $8.00 Shoes.$6.40
Men’* 7.00 . 5.60
Men’* 6.00 “ .4.80
Men’* 5.00 “ .4.00
Men’* 6.00 Union Suit* 4.00
Men’* 5.00 •• “ 4 00
Ladies’ 5.00 Shoes . 4.00
Men's Mackinaw
$8 00, Now.$6 40
$6.50, Now. $6.00
$6.00, Now. $4 80
$5.00, Now. $4 00
10 per cent Off
$5,00 Gold Seal Pacs... $4.50
$4 «< “ “ ... $4.00
$6.00 11 (press White Pacs $5.40
Hen’s Wool Sox
25c to 65c per pair
We have 60 do/.en on hand
Warwick China
$25.00 Sets, Now.$20.00
$20 00 Sets, Now.$16.00
$12.00 Sets, Now.$ V.60
Full Lines Stetson, hats—Crossctt Shoes- Women's Men s and
Children's Underwear — C hippo* a*[ Shoes- Ladles’ Knit Skirts,
Swerters, hosiery. Cotton, Cashmere and Silk. .The same Bargains
In All Lines (except Groceales). We mean to Get the;Business.
Seward Commercial Co.
FURNITURE AND HARDWARE
COAL MHItB'S AND GOLD MWfR'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
.lump Coils
Batteries
Granite War®
Aluminum Ware
Asbestos
P & B Paper
Makhoid Roofing
Tar Paper
Deafening felt
Weather Strips
Gasoline
Gas Knirino <>il
Niarine Engine Oil
Valve Oil
Elaine Oil
Floor Oil
Linseed < >il
Cup Grease
Paints
Lacqueret Paint
Asphalt uni Paint
Brushes
Varnishes
Turpentine
Japan
Denatured Alcohol
Coal Tar
Lamps
Lanterns
Tents
PHONE BLACK 4
Rifles
Shot (inns
A miminition
Fishing Tackle
Giant Powder
Caps
Fuse
Bench Forces
Blacksmith’s (’oal
Bellows
Wheel Barrows
Cutlery
Fire Clay
Fire Brick
Lime
Cement
Glass
Hope
Mercury
Seine I’wine
J. L. GRAEF
PACIFIC ALASKA
NAVI6ATWH COMPANY
ALASKA PACIFIC S. S- CO. ALASKA COAST CO.
PUGET SOUND-ALASKA ROUTE
Steamers leave Seattle every ten days each month on the
5th, 15th, 25th,
ADMIRAL WATSON AND ADMIRAL EVANS
via the INSIDE PASSAGE, for Ketchikan, Juneau, Yakutat,
Katalla, Cordova, Ellamar, Valdez. Latouche, Seward,
Cook Inlet Points and Kodiak Island.
PUGET SOUND-CALIFORNIA ROUTE
Seattle to San Francisco, connecting with steamers Yale and Har
vard for Southern California Points.
Right reserved to change steamers and sailing dates without notice.
B F. WATSON, General Agent. WAYNE BLUE, Local Agent.
ALASKA STEAMSHIP CO. S
Steamers Alameda, Mariposa and Northwestern
sail from Seattle every six days lor Ketchikan.
Wrangell, Juneau, Skagwav, Cordova, Valdez and
Seward. Direct service to Knik Anchorage via
Alameda and Maripo>a
S. S. Dlrlflo^eaves 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)
(^*Rlght reserved to change this schedule without notice"S5
P. B. TRACY, General Agent C. B. GUFF ILL, Agent
Hotel Seward
W. A. M’NEILEY, Prior.
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 Best Canned Goods from the F’acific Coast—Flest
Treatment to Everybody and Prices F^itrht — 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 Treatment
Best Accommodations