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Entered in the Anchorage Postoffice June 5, 1915, as second class matter
under the Act of March 3, 1873.
For President—Charles Evans Hughes.
For Delegate to Congress—James Wickersham
ANCHORAGE, ALASKA, THURSDAY, SEPT. 21, 1916.
THE INDUSTRIAL SITUATION.
The crying need of the United States is a better under
standing as between capital and labor. \\ here there should
be the utmost harmony and a loyalty to one another’s inter
ests there is now only suspicion and alignment one against the
other. With the advent of the great corporate concerns, ne
cessary, no doubt, to supply the complete needs of the people
as a whole, the personal equation is entii-ely lacking. Corpora
tions have been referred to as soulless affairs, and this is un
doubtedly true.
We believe that the labor troubles that are now wide
spread about the country could be obviated by the application
of common horse sense in the adjustment of disputes. The
cost of living is steadily advancing. Business was never bet
ter in the states. The working man feels that he is not get
ting his just share of the fruit of his labor. Indeed, it; costs
him more to live today than ever before. Hence, he feels he
should have an advance in wages to meet the increased demands
upon him. And it seems reasonable that he should have an
advance, or else the price of necessaries ot life should not be
constantly raised.
The commodity markets lately have displayed remarkable
strength and activity. Prices in some instances have reach
ed the highest level since the beginning of the world war.
Wheat, corn and cotton have been in particularly good de
mand, although, with the announcement that Eoumania had
entered the conflict, there was a sharp break in wheat prices.
Notwithstanding there is always a large speculative element
in all decisive upward and downward movements, late unfav
orable reports regarding crop conditions undoubtedly has
most to do with the recent upward trend of prices. There has
also been a strong demand for copper, iron and steel, and prices
of these metals have moved upward accordingly. Coal, both
anthracite and bituminous, also is selling higher. It seems
that these upward price movements are due mostly to the law
of supply and demand. That being the case, the situation of
fers itself for serious study. Tt is not a favorable development,
paricularly in view of the fact that prices for some time have
been too high.
One of the most potent arguments offeree]^ by employes
seeking better wages is the increased cost of living. L'lie high
er commodity prices go, the greater struggle it will be for the
wage earner to keep within his means. Buying power is les
soned, and, unless he again makes a demand for still higher
wages, and gets them, commercial activities are certain to^o
ceive a check. In fact, there has already been some^ ctfrtall
ment, and it is said to be directly due to the lessened paying
power of the people.
The war is most largely responsible for the advance in pri
ces of commodities. Undue extravagance, accompanying an
era of remarkable prosperity, also has much to do with it.
The countries engaged in war are forced to exercise rigid
economy, and to exert a greater efficiency in the conduct of
their industrial and commercial affairs than ever before. The
United States and other neutral countries now enjoying rec
ord-breaking business need to follow the examples set by their
European neighbors in this respect. Corporations and indi
viduals alike would show wisdom if they should begin now to
put into practice the economies which may be necessary later
on. Take one instance. The tremendous saving that would be
effected were there to be universal co-operation between em
ployer and employe is beyond all monetary calculation. The
saving would be, not only in the avoidance of strikes, but In
bringing about greater efficiency of operation, a factor lament
ably lacking in most of the big corporations today. A com
mon sympathy between capital, on the one side, and labor on
the other, is greatly needed in the industrial world.
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Among the prominent citizens of Seattle (we almost claim
him as a resident of Alaska), the big territory has no firme'r
friend or more loyal advocate than Maurice D. Leehey, the min
ing and business lawyer now visiting in Anchorage. Any
matter that has for its purpose the advancement of the best
interests of Alaska finds in him a warm supporter, and his in
fluence is about as potent as any who are in private life, be
cause of his wide knowledge of the territory and its resources.
This town has reason to acknowledge its indebtedness to Mr.
Leehey for his efforts in behalf of our local public schools.
We were in a dilemma last year when he was here. Upon his
return to his home in Seattle, he immediately took up the mat
ter with the Alaska bureau of the Seattle Chamber of Com
merce; that organization placed the situation before Secretary
of the Interior Lane, and the funds necessary for the school
were soon made available. And Mr. Leehey would do as much
for any other Alaska town that needed assistance. Alaska
has need of such loyal friends, and appreciates them, too.
City Drug1 Store
THE REXALL STORE Dr. K. A. Kyvig, Prop.
We carry a large assortment of imported French and
domestic Perfumes, Soaps and Toilet Articles. A full
stock of the great Rexall line. Rubber goods and Station
ery the best in the world. All at surprisingly low prices.
IT PAYS TO TRADE HERE.
“The Store That Huh What You Want—When You Want It.“
Loussac’s Daily Gossip
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 1916.
Vol. 1. No. 55. 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 Pen 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, I
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.
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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 rec
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.
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WILL ADDRESS THE VOTERS OP ANCHORAGE
On the Issues of the Campaign.
Friday, Sept. 22, at 8 p. m.
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Alaska Labor Union Hall
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and the pleasant surroundings.
And the iact that you can dine
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from the pleasure of your visit.
TWO GIRLS CAFE
THURSDAY and FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 and 22
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