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No mailer what side of the political fence we sojourn at the appoint
ment of Bunnell must gi>e satisfaction to true Alaskans. For some time
there has been much disatisfaction felt and expressed at the idea of appoint
ing to federal positions in this territory men who had never seen Alaska be
fore and who never would again after the expiration of their terms. In the
first place the outsiders lack the Alaska spirit and the knowledge of Alaskans.
They come here with the idea that Alaskans are a lot of semi-savages and it
takes them years to get it into their noodles that the people who had ihe grit
to hit the wild trails are better men than the> are.
Whether a man is a democrat, a republican ur an "independent" he must
realize by the appointment of Bunnell that President Wilson stands by the
tegular party of the territory. While there are some men associated with the
direction ol democratic affairs in ihe territory who lack the party spirit
manifested bv the president it is slill a satisfaction to know that the territory
is important enough to cause a president of the United Stales «o recognize
its political parties.
In writing an article some time ago to the New York limes Poultney
Bigelow was made to say that Kipling »as "a British ass." A few days later
came a communication from Mr. Bigelow saying that the words were a
typographical error and that »hat he wrote really was “a British asset.
In commenting on this the Post Intelligencer of Seattle in Ihe last Sunday
issue to arrive deals with a strange psychological fact relating to proof read
ing.. There is in the mind a sort of hiatus or spot or something like it that
causes a proof reader to read over stuff and miss some of the errors. It is
like Ihe eye which can see the whole horizon and slill fail to perceive a ter
tain object included in the view. As anoiher illustration of the queer tricks
of Ihe priming profession it may he mentioned that no later than yesterday
Ihe Gateway printed some forms for a local attorney. In this form occurred
the words -in the above named place" but it came out in the proof "in the
above damned places’* _
A'nub from All
$IartB of the
U A'orthlauh U
Mining Congress now in session in
this city. Resolutions were introduced
at the meeting asking that assessment
work on all claims in the L nited Sat
es and Alaska be waived for 1914.
SK AG WAY.—At a late hour this
afternoon Mr. Hahn received instruct
ions from headquarters to prepare
plans immediately for the construc
tion of a new w harf and warehouse for
the company, and in the interim be
tween now and the time of their read
iness for use to put up a temporary
dock, together with necessary facili
ties for the handling of all traffic.
c tCit'pIlUflO booth cltr
The Branch.
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CORDOVA.—A message received,
this afternoon by E. L. Hardwood, j
from McCarthy, states that Fred j
Young, a prospector is dead on the
Sushana glacier, and asking for ITie
address of his family. No details were
given
Young left Cordova October 27 to
been prospecting, having been sent in
there about 1$ months ago by Mr.
Harwood, and in the absence of de*
tails, it is presumed he met his death
while going in with his outfit.
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PHOENIX, Dei*. 10.—Falcoln Joslvn
of Fairbanks, Alaska, was chosen one
of the six directors of the American
Boys all Wool Blue Flannel Shirts.
$2.00 each Brown & Hawkins. “Quality
first.”
The name “Gamble’s” Is a trade
mark and wherever seen is a guaran
tee of wholesomeness and cleanliness.
GERMAN TALKS
ABOUHNGLISH
TELLS OF THEIR FIGHTING
QUALITIES AND DESC RIBES
THEIR METHODS.
(By The Associated Press.)
BERLIN, Dec. 28.—English soldiers
are good fighters and resourceful, an
*
editor of the Zeitung Am Mittag who
is serving as a first lieutenant in the
German army, writes his paper in an
account of the engagements around
Ypres.
“Full of light and confident of easy
victory,” he says, “our young regi
ment started to march against the
enemy. We were quite certain that
Providence had endowed the English
with long legs to facilitate their run
ning away the faster. Thus we ad
vanced by long and short marches
through Flanders, the great cemetery.
We were delighted with the beautiful
Flemish landscape and with the inhab
itants, whose language we soon mana
ged to understand, even as they speed
ily came to understand ours.
“We thought of the English soldiers
as the comic papers are wont to port
ray them. There were a few who
warned us against possible underesti
mation of the enemy, but their mis
givings were quieted by our pointing
out that these were mercenary troops,
hired at a few pence a day, bare of
patriotism and incapable of sacrifice.
“Sooner than we thought we were
upon the enemy. First we came upon
a dead Englishman, then two wound
ed English officers, then an English
prisoner. The prisoner naturally was
! of great interest to our soldiers.
‘Wonder if the mercenary can shoot?’
We asked ourselves. An hour later
some of his comrades gave us an an
swer to iKut question. They gave us
a clear, practical demonstiAiuui—such
a clear demonstration that our bat
talion was reduced to half its orig
inal size in a few encounters. We
suddenly realized that the English
‘ mercenaries could not be routed with
mere hurrahs, and that these smooth
faced gentlemen used the long legs
not always for running away, but
sometime for desperate and dangerous
j fhnrcrpv:
“The English infantry which oppos
ed us at Ypres must be considered
among their best troops. They de
fended their positions with energy and
skill and when driven back tried again
and again to recover the lost ground.
In these endeavors they were support
ed efficiently by the fire of their artil
! lery. They had also transported heavy
naval guns to Ypres, and the English
THE MINER’S STORE
The Place Where Men Outfit
We have just received from the Outside a carefully selected line of the
latest things in men's hats. The late models in the new shades of Tan, smoke
Blues and Browns.
Stetson and Hardeman models and all correct, both as to style and quality.
It will pay you to drop in and have a look, whether you are intending purchas
ing now, or later. Prices reasonable, too, ranging from $2.50, to $5.00 each.
In addition to the hats we also received a fine lit of caps. Winter and
steamer weights, some with ear flaps, fur faced. New shapes and winter
shades. Nice line and prices from $1.00 to $2.00.
On the last boat we just got in two dozen suits that we had made to order,
especially for the Sew'ard trade. We personally selected the fabric and the
styles and since the finished garments arrived we feel safe in saying that we
hate the classiest and most complete line of men’s clothes in Seward. The
garments are all cut on the latest lines and in fabrics that were gotten out
for this winter.
Some new ideas in athletic vests with patch pockets, English model coats, ,
and all of the little conceits that go to make up the correct dress for a man
who cares. If you care for Norfolks, we have a few in Donegal tweeds, with
the Norfolk idea’ carried out even in the vest. Its really worth your while
to drop in and have a look at a line like this and we like to show them to you.
There is a steady run on the Kenyon Balmacaans and the careful dressers
are taking advantage of our large assortment in this popular garment. You
might as vreil get a coat that you will like to wear when you get Outside, as
to get one that will, look like you have worn for the past five years.
THE MINER'S STORE
FRANK J. COTTER, Manager
Phone Adams 131 “Don’t Forget the Parcel Post” Seward, Alaska
COPENHAGEN CENTRE
FOR GERMAN TRADE.
(Ry The Associated Press.)
COPENHAGEN, Dec. 29.—This city
is now the Mecca of Germans and the
hotels arc full of merchants, salesmen
and others intent upon doing business
with the neutral world, especially’ the
I United States.
The busiest office in town at present
is that of the American Consul Gener
al and Mr. Winslow is doing his ut
most to assist the exporters of Amer
i ica in the sale of their commodities.
! Exporters should bear in mind, said
| Mr. Winslow, that only necessities
can be sold to Europe at the present
| time and no experiments will be made
by Danish importers. Grain, cotton,
flour, provisions, foot wear, clothing,
canned goods, metals and all raw ma
t rial will have the call.
shells and shrapnel caused enormous
damage among our troops.
“As the surrounding of the English
forces by our troops made itself more
and more felt, the English infantry
tried again and again to break
through our lines, particularly In the
vicinity of Becelaere, though without
success. In one of these attacks five
hundred English soldiers and twenty
officers fell into our hands.
“The English trenches were mostly
so arranged as to be quite invisible
to the naked eye. When we had got
into the first trenches we were aston
ished at their systematic construction j
as regards to depth, side protection
against splintering of shells, breast
work and flooring. The trenches were
nearly all excellently arranged for a
long stand. We were particularly as
tonished at the iron and steel work
built into the breastworks. The floors
were designed with an eye to maxi
mum comfort. Our men captured
there a great store of excellent pre
serves, corn beef and ham, and many
also secured one of the shaving out
fits which every English soldier car
ries.
“When we had taken a position it
frequently occurred that we found a
disproportionate number of dead to
the very few living defenders. We
soon discovered that a large number
of the ‘dead’ were shamming and
these were easily tickled into life with
a bayonet.
“In some cases the English had dug
trenches but had -not occupied them,
and to deceive us had put large round
turnips and similar objects along the
breastworks.”
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SOLDIERS DRINK BEER
IN HOTEL DE VILLE.
(By The Associated Press.)
BRUSSELS.—About the only
modern suggestion at the beautiful
Hotel de Villc. where hclmeted,
breast-plated German officers, some
with fur dolmans and fur busbys, are
reminders of pictures of medieval
times, is the line of civilians who want
permits to leave. The line is usually
three abreast and stretches a hundred
yards or more into the street. Per
mits are issued freely at fees of from
three to fifteen francs each.
In one of the great hotels of the
magnificent building is a large table,
around which soldiers may usually be
seen, drinking beer from steins. On
the walls are hung the side arms and
accoutrements which have been laid,
aside by the guard for greater com
fort while awaiting orders. Erom
time to time an officer comes in and
orders four men to go here, or six
there, and there is a buckling on of
arms and the detachment leaves with
considerable bustle and clanking.
DOCTORS OVER WORKED
ATTENDING WOUN DEI).
Fall Asleep Even During Im
portant Operations.
(By The Associated Press.)
GENEVA, Dec. 29.—The cargo
boats that formerly carried coal and
cereals on the Rhine have been trans
formed into ambulances and are con
veying wounded soldiers from Colmar
to Cologne.
The German wounded generally are
well cared for in the hospitals along
the Rhine, but their numbers have in
creased to such an extent since the
middle of October, that there ha\e
not been enough doctors to give them
prompt attention, and many slightly
wounded have died on this account.
So over-worked arc the surgeons that
they often fall asleep while on duty.
A story comes from Colmar to the ef
fect that a well known surgeon, after
having worked for a fortnight v. ith
very little rest, fell asleep over an im
portant operation. Pressing calls have
been made upon the doctors in Ger
many, including the most aged, to
remedy the difficulty.
New shipment of Kerosene Gas
Lamps just arrived. Brown &
Hawkins. “Quality first."
Letterheads, envelopes, billheads,
cards, posters, announcements of ill
kinds at The Gateway Job Printcry.
IT DA VC TO OET |T
S I rA T O FROM THE
STANDARD FURNITURE CO.
SEATTLE — "It’s Better and Costs Less”
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FULL SIZE. STRONG STEEL BED
HEAVY GOLD BRONZED
$9.00
0
Full size steel bed. Exactly like picture.
Heavily gold bronzed. Attractive new
style scroll design. Extra heavy pillars
and rod. Head end 58 inches high.
Write for our new Catalog of Heaters
and Ranges. Also for Pictures of Home Furnishings you need
and you are assured of the lowest price for good reliable mer
chandise.
Standar^|lj
Second Ave. at Pine^St. SEATTLE
TVTOW is the time t*» select your Xmas Presents. O' t
IN j() (.a|.|y w|,i|,. wc have a nice assortment to se
h»ct from. All useful present?*:
Cut Glass, Plain and Decorated China
Ladies’ Silk Hose
44 Silk Gloves
44 Handkerchiefs
44 Sweaters
44 Knit Goods
Anythin-; you could wish for in the way of presents
for Men.
Just received a (me lot o( Holland
Bullts. If planted now will (lower for
Easier. Easter Lily, Narcissus, Daffo
dils, Hyacinths, Tulips and Crocus.
SEWARD COMMERCIAL COMPANY
FURNITURE AND HARDWARE
COAL MINFR’S ANPOOLP MIMfR’S SllfPI IfS
Doors & Windows
Lang’s lianges
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 Hooting
Tar Paper
Deafening felt
Weather Strips
Gasoline
Gas Engine Oil
Niarine Engine Oil
Valve < )il
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 Forces
Blacksmith’s Coal
Bellows
Wheel Barrows
Cutlery
Fire Clay
Fire Brick
Lime
Cement
Glass
Hope
Mercury
Seine Twine
J. L. GRAEF
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PACIFIC ALASKA
NAVIGATION COMPANY
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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. «
Steamers Alameda and Mariposa sail from Seattle
1 every eight days tor Ketchikan, Juneau, Cordova,
Valdez and Seward.
S. S. DORA Icisvcs'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)
CTRight reserved to change this schedule without noticeTffc
F. R. TRACY, General Agent C. R. GUPTILL, Agent
Hotel Seward
W. A. M'NEILEY, Prop.
MODERN CONVENIENCES
RATES $1.00 TO $2.50 PER DAY
HOT AND COLD WATER BATHS ELECTRIC LIGHTS
The Bor gen Grocery
Staple and Fancy Groceries
Handles the Best Canned Goods'frora the Pacific Coast—Best
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
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F. B. CANNON, Prop.
Knik
Alaska
| KNIK’S LEADING HOTEL
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! Accommodations for Ninety Guests
Large General Lobby
Private Lobby for Ladies
Best Rates : : Best Treatment
Best Accommodations