ANCHORAGE DAILY TIMES
AND COOK INLET PIONEER
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Anchorage, Alaska.
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Entered in the Anchorage Postofflce June 5, 1915, as second class matter
under the Act of of March 3. 1873.
ror president—Charles Evans Hughes.
For Delegate to Congress—James Wickersham
^ANCHORAGE, ALASKA, WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 20, 1916.
CANADIANS PUNISH CRIMINALS.
After two years of hard effort, members of the Northwest |
Mounted Police have taken into custody two Eskimos charged \
with the brutal murder of two Catholic missionaries in the i
north Arctic regions. If similar efforts tvere made to ferret
out murders and other crimes in this division of Alaska, the
guilty would not go unpunished, as now. The unpunished mur
ders that have occurred in the Third division of Alaska is a
standing indictment against the competency of the federal au
thorities, charged with tile responsibility of bringing the guil
ty to justice. The plea put up in defense of the lack of pun
ishment is “the lack of funds for the purpose.” It is notice
able, however, that there are plenty of funds available for the
punishment of those persons alleged to be guilty of violations
of certain regulations.
The Times holds no brief for those who knowingly and
willingly violate the regulations governing the townsite mat
ters in Anchorage. Our complaint is, that more attention is
paid to these minor crimes than to the major violations of the
law, such as murders and burglaries. We recall one instance
where silverware to the value of hundreds of dollars was stolen
en route from Seward to Anchorage. Not one dollar was ex
pended by the federal authorities in ferreting out this crime,
one easily detected in the circumstances, and the suspect
walks the streets today, immune from punishment, when he
should be serving a long-time sentence in a federal penitenti
ary. It is these things that tend to create a lack of confidence
in the capacity of those charged with preserving the lives, as
well as the property rights, of citizens generally.
RAW MATERIAL FOR PRINT PAPER.
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Frederick J. lleskith is telling the people in the states
about the vast amount of raw material in Alaska adapted to
the manufacture of print paper, which is now so much in de- j
mand. We don’t know who Mr. lleskith is, but we do know I
that he knows what he is talking about, because in the Cook
Inlet country alone there are thousands of acres of cottonwood j
forests that may easily be manufactured into wood pulp. And
cottonwood is what the manufacturers want, above all other
woods. Print paper is so scarce and so high, that in old Mis
souri they are seeking to manufacture pulp out of corn cobs.
The Times has heretofore had occasion to discuss the pre
sence of raw material for the manufacture of print paper in this
section. Some are disposed to laugh at the idea, but tijne will
see the establishment of wood pulp plants hereabouts All j
that is needed to attract men who engage in this industry is due |
publicity of the resources available for this purpose. It may
take time to convince them of the possibilities in this direction,
but come they will in due course, if not hampered or hindered
Ify government regulations maintaining, as much of the cot
tonwood forest is located in a forest reserve.
It is such industries as these that make for the prosperity j
and development of the country.
It seems reasonable that the line of communication be
tween Anchorage and Seward, the only method of communi
cation between this point and the outside, should be'kept open
as much as possible. It works a distinct hardship on the busi
ness and other interests of this community, caused by the too
frequent breaks in the telephone system. .Inst the other day,
the line was down for three days. This forenoon it was down.
This is a very serious matter for the business men, because this
is the time of year when winter stocks are being ordered. The
parting of the line the other day caused a serious disarrange
ment of the plans of local citFzens who had planned to install
an industry here, but the delay consequent on the break in the
line will mean a possible postponement of the consummation
of the plans until next season. Anchorage is entitled to a day
and a night service, and one that will not be interrupted every
few days.
With a progressiveness that has characterized it sinee its
organization, the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce 1ms joined
the National Chamber of Commerce, composed of Chambers of
Commerce throughout the United States. The advantage of
such membership lies in the fact that the local bhdy will have
a vote and voice in the national organization. The National
Chamber of Commerce has grow;* to be a most important pub-1
iic institution and possesses a powM'fuI influence throughout j
the United States. The national body can do much for Alaska.
It naturally wishes to know just what to do. The Anchorage j
Chamber of Commerce, as well as other Alaska commercial j
bodies, can supply the necessary information.
The dispatches tel] us that the administration plans a coup
on the opposition with respect to the Mexican situation. Just
what the alleged coup will be, no one appears to know'. In
viewT of the fact that the administration’s Mexican policy has
been a series of blunders, bulls and breaks, wre shall need more
than mere con jecture or surmise before we can be convinced that
a high order of intelligence shall be applied to an adjudication
-of the Mexican trouble.
Construction is in progress on the new twelve-thousand
dollar school house to be erected for the benefit of the public
schools of An<Jiorage. The building built last year is wholly
inadequate to ^e"present and growing needs. This town is
here to stay. Good school facilities will vastly aid its growth.
“The Store That Has What Von Want—When You Want It.’"
Loussac’s Daily Gossip
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER, 20, lfWi.
Vol. 1. No. 54. ANCHORAGE, ALASKA 4th and I)
Congratulations! Everybody in town is getting married apparently, for
every second person coming in our drugstore is buying wedding presents. And
they leave our store satisfied—they found what they wanted.
We have added the famous “Swan” Fountain Fen to our stock. It has a
chain attached to the top of the pen. You simply cannot lose it—And you
should have a fountain pen. It is an evidence of business efficiency. We car
ry the Waterman Ideal, Parker, Conklin, and the Swan.
When I decided to move my drug store from Juneau to Anchorage, while
the boys were packing up the stock, I ran over to Sitka. Sitka is Alaska’s
old capital, as you all know, and it has many interesting points for a visitor.
It is a very popular trip with the tourists. Our boat had over 100 of them.
We went over to see the sights and of course visited the Alaska museum. We
were looking at some old curios, when I heard one of the fair tourists ask the
custodian if they had a drug store in Sitka. “No,” replied the lady in charge,
“we always send for our drugs to Juneau.” “That is too bad,” said the tour
ist, “I have a prescription I want filled; who would you suggest as the best
druggist in Juneau?” “Why,” answered the lady, “We always send for our
drugs to Loussac’s drug store. He is the most reliable there.” She did not
know I was there, and I am sure I never saw her before, but believe me, 1
feel very proud. It is just things like that which spur you on to further ef
forts in improving your service.
We have many an article, not expensive in the least, but which added to
your home will prove a necessity. Towel racks, soap dishes, glass holders,
bath room supplies of all description, at the most reasonable prices.
Now is a good time to send a souvenir of Alaska to your friends. A book
of poems by R. Service is most appropriate, in “The Spell of the Yukon” is
embodied the spirit of Alaska in the days of '98.
We have received a new supply of Victor records and machines at our
other store—formerly the Northern Drug Co. If you wish any special lec
ords let us know. We will get them for you.
“Libbey’s” name on cut glass is like “Gorham” on silver—it stands for
quality. We are the agents.
Parisian Ivory—The largest assortment in Alaska.
Ansco and Eastman Goods. Printing and developing done by experts.
LOUSSAC’S DRUG STORE—For Drugs.
GRAND
Democratic Rally
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George B. Grigsby
Democratic Candidate for Attorney General
WILL ADDRESS THE VOTERS OF ANCHORAGE
On the Issues of the Campaign.
Friday, Sept. 22, at 8 p. m.
AT THE
Alaska Labor Union Hall
Everybody Invited!
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Headquarters for Mining Men
SEWARD
ALASKA
YOU’LL ENJOY DINING
at this restaurant. Not alone
for the splendid foods*so per
fectly cooked, but also for the
prompt and courteous service
and the pleasant surroundings.
• And the fact that you can dine i
here sumptuously at a moderate
expense will surely not detract
from the pleasure of your visit, i
TWO GIRLS CAFE
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Not a whole play in several acts, but the biggest and
Most interesting,
VARIETY
Will be exhibited beginning with the
WORLD FAMOUS PATHE NEWS
Followed by
“ELEVEN THIRTY P. M.’
(Two Parts).
“THE REV. SALAMANDER”
And a special feature.
“PLAYING THE GAME,”
(Two Parts).
TWO SHOWS EVERY NIGHT — 7:30 AND 9:00 |
Regular Admission 25c, Children 10c
MINT GRILL
Next to
Empress Theatre
PHONE 37-Y OPEN 6 A. M. TO 2 A. M.
Most Exclusive Place in Town to Eat.
WE CATER TO PARTICULAR PEOPLE
HOME OF THE HOT PLATTER
Next Door to Empress Theatre.
Dohrmann-Heming & Co.
HEADQUARTERS FOR SPORTING MEN
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Single and Double Barrel, Pump and Auto
SHOT GUNS
;• SAVAGE 22 High Power and 250-3000 Take Down
;; WINCHESTER Springfield 1906 Model RIFLES AND ::
CARBINES.
150—180—190 and 220—30-40 Cartridges.
6—7 and 8 M. M. Soft, Hard Point and Spitzer
' Cartridges.
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li OUR SHOTGUN SHELLS have 28 grains of Ballistite
powder. Chilled shot made by the Winchester and
Remington Arms Co.
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|| GAME CARRIERS. Sheard’s Stewart’s and Marble ;;
Rifle Sights. ;
CARL W. BOLTE
Hardware, Glass Ware and
China Ware
Plumbing and Pipe Fittings of AH Descriptions.
PRICES REASONABLE Fourth Avenue.
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A Place to fleet Your Friends!
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Leading brands of Cigars. Cigarettes, Tobaccos and Soft
Drinks. Frnit and Vegetable Stand.
Have your mail sent to Montana Pool Room. You can
get it any ^irae.
Tony Ghimento and Roy Williamson, Props.
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