RECEPTION IS
BRILLIANT ONE
Major and Mrs. Farnsworth Enter
tain Many Guests.
Major and Mrs. Farnsworth gave a re
ception at their post residence last Sat
urday evening. Besides the officers and
their wives many prominent civilians of
Tanana were invited.
In many respects the affair was most
brilliant, and would have caused expres
sions of surprise from people in the
states, could they have seen this cosmo
politan atmosphere of comfort and ele
gance. Ladies dressed in the height of
fashion, and men in army uniforms and
full evening dress suggested the distinc
tion of class, while the plain black suits
of others illustrated the unconventional
democracy so typical of Alaska.
Not the least of the noticeable features
of the evening was the spirit of hospi
tality which pervaded the very atmos
phere, causing everyone to feel at ease.
VERY PRETTY EFFECT.
The rooms presented a very pretty ap
pearance. The parlor and dining room
were lighted by candles with red shades,
which cast a soft mellow light heighten
ing the rich effect of the ladies’ gowns.
The dining-room table glittered with
cut-glass and silverware, containing the
tempting refreshments. In the center
of the table was a miniature spruce tree,
from which radiated red streamers to
each corner of the table.
The reception lasted from 8:30 to
10:30.
The guests were received by Major and
Mrs. Farnsworth and Mrs. Bosard. Mrs.
Riley served punch in the parlor, while
Mrs. Knowles, Mrs. West and Mrs.
Munro served refreshments in the din
ing room. The Misses Heeter, Cornell
and Muirhead passed the refreshments
to the guests.
Among those present were:
Dr. Harris and wife, Dr. Wertenber
ger and wife, Capt. Knowles and wife,
Lieut. Boschen, Lieut. West and wife,
Lieut. Kingman and wife, Lieut. Riley
and wife; Lieuts. Short, Fooks, and Nul
sen; G. A Tiffany and wife, Mr. and
Mrs. C.A. Munro, Miss Muirhead, Wm.
Rodman and wife, Wm. Burnyeat and
wife, Father Ferron, Judge Gallaher,
Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Ellegood, Mrs. Rob
inson, Miss Langdon, Miss Clark, and
Messrs. Pieper, DeBaun, Hughes, Hed
rick, Mozee, Bemis and Stamm.
The following were invited but un
able to attend: Mr. and Mrs. Vaclion,
and Messrs. J. R. Walle, Jules Marion,
S. E. Heeter,-Jos. Debn, Geo. Boulter,
Dr. Loomis, Theo. Dietrich, J. D. Robin
son, and Jas. Gallaher.
Only One in Jail.
With the departure of the insane pris
oners for Fairbanks, on last Saturday’s
stage, Tanana’s bastile was left with but
one prisoner—“Missouri,” who is serv
ing a 90 days’ sentence.
Jailers Leske and Shade are left in
charge of the jail. Leske injured his
finger, so did not accompany Deputy
Marshal Robinson on the trip, S. E.
Heeter being appointed a special guard.
Mr. Heeter has business in Fairbanks.
He may go outside to California for the
winter.
Sez I to myself, sez I: “I must be or
dering that Christmas present for wifey
at Geo. Bemis’. He does have such fine
goods—and reasonable priced, at that!”
BIDS FOR CORDWOOD WANTED
Bids are wanted for the furnishing of TWENTY
CORDS of cordwood, to be delivered at the Schoolhouse.
The wood may be either birch or spruce. Ten cords are
to be dry and ten green. Bircli to be split.
Bids will be received at the office of the clerk of
the school board, up to 7 p. m. Tuesday, December 20.
A. J. CAMPBELL, Clerk.
KILLS CHILD TO
DRINK THE BLOOD.
Lisbon, Dec. 7.—The body of a child,
the son of a blacksmith at Galizanna,
was discovered in a field near town.
The corpse was bloodless.
Dom Salivarrey was arrested, and he
confessed he killed the child to drink
his blood. The fiend declared he was
suffering from pulmonary phthisis and
was advised by a gypsy to cure himself
in this wise. It is believed he is insane.
Dance Enjoyed.
By inadvertence the story of the dance
hehLat the Golden North hotel recently
was left out of the paper. Given by Mr.
and Mrs. O. T. Thoreson, Mr. and Mrs.
Win. Davis and Tom Tolber:, a large
number of invited friends enjoyed the
evening to the utmost. With good mu
sic and a congenial crowd the dance last
ed until early in the morning. The hop
was given in return for the whist parties
held earlier in the season.
Fine Display of Toys.
The window display of Christinas toys
at Vaclion’s is attracting considerable
attention. Little tots dap their hands
in childish glee as they stare at the beau
tiful presents which they hope Santa
Claus will bring them. The display was
arranged by Mrs. Dabney, who showed
excellent taste in showing to advantage
the large red and white holiday bells,
the dolls, Teddy bears and numerous
mechanical contrivances.
The children are busy scratching down
with studied care the long list of pres
ents they want old Santa to bring them.
After 49 Years.
Grand Rapids, Mich., Dec. 7.— After
being separated from his wife for 49
years, Chas. Tuttle, of the soldiers’ home
here, has begun suit for divorce. He
claims his going to war in 1861 so anger
ed his wife she refused to live with him
when he returned a “battle-scared’’ hero.
Socialists Do Good.
Milwaukee, Dec. 7.—The Socialists,
with Mayor Seidel in power, have made
an excellent record. They have straight
ened out the city’s finances, throwing
out the ancient accounting methods in
use which were introduced in Jackson’s
and Jefferson Davis’ time. By install
ing a cost-keeping system they have put
a stop to contract graft. Political ap
pointments have been abolished, and
all city employes work eight hours a day
except the mayor and department heads
—who work from 10 to 14.
Teacher Gambles.
Chicago, Dec. 7.—Miss Anna Strauss,
a school teacher, made and lost a for
tune in a wreek. She took a flyer in
wheat and made $18,000. She tried it
again and lost.
Catholic Church
Every Sunday, mass and sermon at 10:30
a. m. At 7:30 p. in. special service for the
soldiers. Short instruction and benediction
of the Bl. Sacrament.
All are cordially invited.
H. PERRON, S. J., Pastor.
St. James’ Mission
Sunday school 3:30 p. m. Evening service '
7:80 p. m. until further notice.
DR. LOOMIS,
Lay Reader in Charge. !
Kalland’s
Roadhouse
30 Miles Below
T A N A N A
Everything of the Best
Jack Cavanaugh delivers ice to your door
at reasonable prices. Light express. Prompt
service.
FREE
EMPLOYMENT
BUREAU
(The News has started a free employ
ment bureau in connection with its want
ads. Any man from any place in Alas
ka can place an ad in this column audit
will cost him only 25c an issue to cover
composition. If he gets no work the ad
won’t cost him a cent. Everybody who
has odd jobs to be done will help a
worthy cause by applying at The News.)
CLOTHES PRESSED, $2.00 a suit;
clothes cleaned, prices reasonable.
Leave orders at News.
SALMON, king and silver, for sale by
the pound or ton, at Melozi river road
house. Ed. O. Lint, prop.
LOCATION NOTICES —You can get
them at the News office.
FOIl SALE—Two cabins on Second aw,
one well furnished. Part cash, rest
on time. Apply News.
FOUND—The best place in Alaska to do
your job printing. The News.
WILLING, capable man wants work of
any kind. Will do odd jobs at reason
able price. Apply at News.
WANTED—200 men and women to buy
their Christmas presents of George
Bemis, the live jeweler.
WANTED—Native woman to take care
of child and help around house. Ap
ply R. M., News office.
LOST—Several weeks ago, gold nugget
crescent watchpin between the Tanana
restaurant and Vachon’s. Return to
News office.
SCAVENGER WORK—Done promptly,
prices reasonable. Ad. II. L., News.
BUY your wood of Burnyeat & Dehn.
It pays to use a high-grade wood.
STRONG man will saw and chop wood
by the cord. Apply News.
NOW OPEN
FOR BUSINESS
Completely Remodeled. Modern Throughout.
RATES $1 TO $2.
Our new DINING ROOM will soon be open. Watch the date.
CHARLES CHANQUIST, Pfojj.
W. H. CARNEY
H. W. SHELDON
Largest Roadhouse on the Yukon
Gold Mountain Roadhouse
AND TRADING POST
MOUTH OF GRANT CREEK
Good Dog Houses.
Stables for Horses.
Furnished Cabin.
Do your own cooking ]
C 2 iLOJUL
GOLDEN NORTH CAFE
Open Day and Night.
Short Orders__Best °f Service
GOLDEN NORTH HOTEL
Has the Warmest and Coziest Rooms in Tanana
ED Y. LEE, PROPRIETOR