The Cordova Daily Times
Entered Ht the Postoffice at Cordova, Alaska, as second class matter.
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H. G. STEEL, EDITOR AND PROPRIETOR.
CORDOVA, ALASKA, TUESDAY, JULY 10, 1017.
ALASKA HAS A DUTY TO PERFORM
Tlu* strike situation at the Kennecott copper mines lias as
sumed a serious aspect when viewed from all angles. Not that
there is any danger to life or property, but from the fact that
the proper spirit of loyalty to employer and country is not bo-J
ing shown. To add to this comes telegraphic inquiry from pa
pers in the territory as to the mine trouble and asking for tin
particulars of the killing of soldiers and miners. This shows
conclusively that maliciously false stories are being circulated
broadcast, the intent of which the reader can judge for himself,
when everybody here knows that peace and order reigns at tin
mine. The evident purpose of the agitators and fomenters ol
trouble is to prevent one of the most valued resources of Alaska
from being produced, which is so necessary in the manufacture
of munitions of war and greatly needed by the United State:
and her allies in the present world-wide conflict being mad*
in Europe. ' ”'-V * *-' '
From reliable sources it is learned that the Kennecott Cop
per Corporation has offered its employees a bonus systen
based on the price of copper, whereby the wages paid there an
higher than at any other copper camp. Also that the condition,
under which the miners work are better than elsewhere. Thi
being true, tin* question of wages apparently does not ent *r int-.
the present controversy. Then what does! If alien eneniiei
are responsible for fomenting this strike, it is time some drasth
action was taken by the government. Our country is at wai
and a spirit of patriotism should be shown, with seditionisti
handled the same in Alaska as they are in the states. There is ;
duty to be performed by every man, woman and child livin;
under the stars and stripes, and this is no time to tolerate trait
ors among us.
\\ hilt? the l'luted states is generally recognized as a trei
country, it is not to lie assumed that the government will per
mit the same latitude of freedom of speech and freedom of ae
tion under the existing circumstances as it does in times ol
peace. The sooner we all realize that the possible fate of tin
nation depends upon a final and complete victory with a power
id enemy the better able we will be to render a service to on
country. The ranks of the army and navy are being filled will
brave and patriotic Americans, but those who stay at home als<
have a duty to perform; all of our resources are now bein'
ailed into play. The soil is being tilled to increase our foo<
supply and the metals must be mined to keep the munition fat
tories going. Alaska will do her full duty, as the country i
made up of sturdy and brave pioneers, who know not the mean
og of the word “slacker.” They have blazed trails and on
dured hardships for personal gain and are ever willing to mak
any sacrifice for their country- when called to do so.
Uncle Sam needs copper, and he needs it badly. If tin
companies producing this metal were not paying a fair rate o
wages there might be some sympathy for the strikers. Bu
such is not the case when men are offered $5.50 a day, and a
the same time are doing “their bit” towards the war. If tin
old employees refuse to return to work there are plenty of Am
ericans in Alaska who should be willing to take their places
Agitators should not, and cannot, dominate or influence tie
situation. They have no standing in the present crisis, am
they would do well to weigh their words, or take the conse
quenees of their indiscreetness and lack of patriotism.
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UUK UU U JN IK x AINU TJ1J5 W Art
One present hope is that the British and French armies ii
western France will in the near future convince the German!
of the helplessness of their struggle.
But if that fails, Americans must come to realize the fsc
ft will require all of its resources, all the valor and enduranci
of its people to prosecute to a finish; that at least two grea
armies must he sent abroad; that the submarine must be me
as becomes a courageous people of high purpose—all this, an;
whatever else that may be demanded by those who guide oui
destinies.
It may become necessary to convince the world that our’:
is really a world power in every sense of the word; that upon u:
is imposed the solemn duty of paving the way for the world":
redemption.
We cannot evade destiny. We are in a state of war and w<
must see it through. That our country was established for ;
mighty purpose is plain enough; that we have been afforde;
such prosperity and advancements as never came to a natioi
before may be but the preparation for such a struggle as wil
terminate, either in triumph, or in such disasters as will almos
change the face of nature.
In our dimmed vision we can peer but a short distance intc
the future, but one thing is certain—all sacrifices must be met
all the valor of the nation must be enlisted to carry us througl
the struggle and enable us to demonstrate that the Americai
people are great enough to do their duty to themselves and t<
all mankind.
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The Seattle police department has decided that soap bo>
orators shall not wildly criticise the war nor those who an
managing it. That is a worthy resolution cultivated by patriot
ism and common sense, but it completely gets our capricornui
why anybody should worry over soap box oratory, about whicl
it can be said that the freer it is the wilder it runs and the wild
er it runs the less harm it does. It isn’t pleasant, and some o:
the long haired fanatics create an almost uncontrollable impulse
in the right arm to begin peeling noses, but it isn’t harmful. 1
is an outlet for the half-wit and the poor lout whose brain lobe1!
have become unevenly hung through false education.
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For years several of the smaller press associations have
made it a business to rob the Associated Press and to sell th<
news as their own. The New York court’s ruling puts a stop t;
this form of robbery, and vests in the A. P. certain definite pro
perty rights which, like any other commodity, deserves pro
tection.
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The allies are digging up a lot of strange bones on the Vor
Hindenbui’g line, and we shall expect soon to have a fresh al
lotment of gossip concerning the kaiser’s family skeleton.
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If Russia only had the Teuton quality of staying put!
WM. A. HESSE
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Mining Engineer.
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U. S. Mineral Surveyor,
U. S. Deputy Surveyor.
BOX 13. CORDOVA, ALA3KA
DR. W. H. CHASE
PHYSICIAN and 8URGEON
Itfice over Cordova Drug Store.
Calls may be left at Cordova
Drug Store. Residence,
Alaskan Hotel
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DR. W. W. COUNCIL
PHYSICAN AND SURGEON.
Office and Residence: Cordova
General Hospital (Ostrander Build
ing).
Phones—Residence 115; office 132.
DR. C. L. HALE
B E N T I 8 T
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Specialty of
Porcelain, Inlay, Bridge Work
Office: Over Blum, O’Neill’s Store.
DR. CHARLES DAGGETT
AND
DR. HOMER BLYTH
DENTAL OFFICES
Suite 1, Northern Hotel Block.
Phone 200. Cordova,
P. O. Box 186. Alaska.
Hours: 9 a. m. to 6 p. m.
Evenings by Appointment.
JOS. MILLER
OSTEOPATHIC PHYSICIAN
Room 10, O'Brien & Simpson Bldg.
ROBERT SIMPSON
JUNEAU, ALASKA
Glasses Pitted. Lenses Ground.
HUBBELL & WALLER
Civil and Mining Engineers.
U. S. Mineral and Deputy Land Sur
veyors for Alaska.
1102 L. C. SMITH BLDG., SEATTLE
WILLIAM PALLISTER, M.D
Specialist in the treatment of
diseases and deformities of the
eye, ear, note and throat; glasses
fitted.
JUNEAU GENERAL HOSPITAL.
. J. . I _.J_!i'l-LMl'l. "UB!
PATENT SURVEYS
A. C. BALDWIN,
U. S. Mineral Surveyor.
VALDEZ . ALASKA
SMITH & McCONAGHY
PLUMBERS AND STEAMFITTERS.
Cor. Front and B Streets.
Office Open Evenings.
I
One Visit
Will
Make You
A
Ragular Patron
At
Slater’s
Restaurant
Private Boxes
For
Large or Small
Parties
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Take a Victrola
on your camping trip
A Victrola i9 looked upon a9 a regular part of
a camping outfit nowadays.
It is always sure of a rousing welcome.
Its delightful music is one of the real joys of
camp life.
Whether you are going camping or not, come in and get acquainted
with the Victrola. We’ll gladly play any music you wish to hear.
Victrolas $15 to $250. Victors $10 to $100. Terms to suit your
convenience. * ^ i ^ ' —
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Northern Drug Co.
CORDOVA
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ASK FOR THE » SHELDON SERVICE ” 1
Sheldon Auto Stage Line 1
Twice-a-Week Service, Chitina to Fairbanks. B
Cars Leave Each End Tuesdays and Saturdays.
FARE *75.00 40 POUNDS BAGGAGE FREE. B
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ADOBES* I
ROBERT SHELDON, Owner and Manager CHITINA, ALASKA |
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SAFETY FIRST I
MODERN LAUNDRY |
F. A. Jones, Proprietor
An Up To Date Steam Laundry
Experienced Capable Employes
SANITARY j
Clothes Thoroughly Washed and j
Sterilized No Contamination j
SERVICE I
Quick Work - Reliable - Courteous C
Out of Town Work Given Jj
Careful, Prompt Attention |l
PHONE 66 I
WE AIM TO PLEASE I
1st Avenue Below Alaskan Hotel |t
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Mining Supplies - - Sporting Goods
Stoves
Northwestern Hardware Co.
Boat Supplies
Agents for Regal and Gray Gas Engines
Cordova Mill & Lumber Co.
LONG AND SHORT MILL WOOD FOR SALE
Manufacturers and Dealers in Rough and
Dressed Lumber.
Also Outside Lumber
We Have Succeeded the Arctic Lumber Company and
All Mail Orders Should be Addressed to Us.
Orders From up the Line Office and Mill Opposite
Promptly Attended to. Railroad Depot. Phone 5
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Sixty Steam Heated Rooms Eletric Lighted
Hot and Cold Water in Every Room
With or Without Bath.
Cordova House
H. C. ROSS, Proprietor.
Headquarters for Railroad and Mining Men
Satisfaction Guranteed
Rates Reasonable
PACIFIC STEAMSHIP (°
ADMIRAL LINE
Sailings from Seattle—June 20, 28, July C, 14, 22, 30
SAILINGS FROM CORDOVA
8outhbound
ADMIRAL EVANS
JULY 11
CALIFORNIA ROUTE
Sailings From Seattle—Mondays, Fridays, Saturdays.
Steamers President, Governor, Admirals Schley and Dewey, Queen.
Through Tickets to All Parts of the United States and Canada.
Right Reserved to Chance Schedule of Steamers Without Notice.
FOR FULL PARTICULARS APPLY
W. A. NOURSE, Agent. Empress Building. |
ALASKA
STEAMSHIP CO.
Fast and commodious steamers sailing between Seattle, Ketch
ikan. Wranoell, Juneau, SkaQway, Cordova, Valdez. Seward.
June 19.NORTHWESTERN .June 24
June 25.ALAMEDA.July 1
Sail from Cordova seven days later.
The freighters Cordova, Latouche, Juneau, Valdez
and Eureka also make regular trips.
This company reserves the right to change schedule of steamers
without notice.
Tickets on sale at up town office Alaska Steamship Bldg. Baggage
or freight will not be received at the dock later than one hour before
sailing time.
F. B. TRACY, S. R. HEDGES,
General Agent Agent
FOE GENERAL TEAMING, BAGGAGE
TRANSFERRED, AUTO SERVICE,
COAL AND WOOD.
ALASKA TRANSFER
COMPANY
UNEXCELLED WAREHOUSE FACILITIES
For Storing and Insuring Baggage,
Mdse and Household Goods.
Office—EMPRESS BUILDING, CORDOVA—Phone 85
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| NORTHERN MEAT MARKET
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALERS IN
| Fresh Beef, Pork, Yeal, Mutton
| and Provisions
•g Particular Attention and Prompt Service Given to ordara from
I MINING CAMPS, ROADHOUSES AND
| INTERIOR POINTS
I SMITH & GEASBRENNER, Props.
Manhattan Hotel
R. W. FERRELL, Prop.
Eleotric Lighted. Hot Water. Turkish and Tub i
Baths. I
OPPOSITE CORDOVA GRILL, CORDOVA, ALASKA.
PHONE 99
1 Foos Gas Engines
| 4 to 5*0 Horse Power
General Electric Motors
I Roebling Tramways
| Pelton Water Wheels
Chicago Oil Engines and Compressors
| Harmon Machinery Co Inc
| Oxy-Acetylene Welding and Cutting
| CORDOVA, ALASKA
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