The Cordova Daily Times
GREATER CORDOVA’S GREATEST NEWSPAPER
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H. G. 8TEEL, EDITOR AND PROPRIETOR.
CHUDOVA, ALASKA, SATUHDAY, DECKMHEK h,
CHRISTMAS BELLS.
When the Christinas bells ring this year it will not he ns
ever before in all the years of all the men now on the earth.
Even in our own most blessed land as those bells ring out, their
peals, erst so joyous, to thoughtful people, there will seem to be
a refrain of sorrow in their ring, even as when marriage boils
change to tolling for the dead.
For think of it! For nineteen hundred years those bells
have been rung, those carols sung and the blessed refrain has
been, borrowed from the angel choir, “On Earth Peace, and
to Man Good Will.”
As the centuries have come and gone, with more and louder
acclaim each year, the anthem has rung out upon the world,
with ever increasing assurance have the words of promise been
spoken; with more and more ostentation has the day been cele
brated; with more and more eloquence have devout men pointed
out how civilization lias advanced most in those lands where
the cross has been most revered, until won on the wings of the
lightnings the messages are being carried and the perfecting
press as it tolls, with every deep respiration, emphasizes tin*
truth that the highest grace is that which has grown out of that
message of “Peace on Earth and to Man Good Will.”
But now every echo from the old world is not only one of
violence, but it brings an impression that there whore most
crosses have been upreared, where most monuments to Christi
anity have been raised, where oftenest the message of “ Peace on
Earth, and to Man Good Will” has been repeated, there with
most fury men and nations are stamping all the records of good
into the ground, and from their hearts have cast out every gen
erous sentiment of good will.
A year ago, the outside world, looking on, said: “It is but
a frenzy and will soon pass.” But during the past year that
frenzy has seemed to crystalize into a settled hate among those
who are guiding affairs and executing the bloody work, while
those at home strain their eyes up through the* darkened sky
above them and mournfully whisper to their own souls: “There
are no answers to our prayers.”
And there all the Christmas bells will be tolling bells in1
lieu of Christmas carols, only dirges will be chanted.
The wisest, straining their eyes, cannot see why the present
scourge was permitted, why the stage was set ,why the terrible
acts are being called. They only know that it is nature’s way
when the air becomes fetted and a pestilence is threatened, to |
call up the cyclone to clear the air, and they remember that !
while in the wake of the storm are swept fields, shattered
homes and dead animals and men, the atmosphere is cleared.
Is there any parallel between that and the cataclysm that is now
changing the face of Europe and a part of Asia; where deatli
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comes from the clouds and destruction up from the depths of
the sea, until it almost seems as though another geological
period was about to be completed?
We cannot tell, but there are signs that the old claim that a
man is even thing and the people nothing, is about to pass; that
the decree i- already to be issued that all men must have equal
opportunities; that there are no divine rights to mortals save
wars shall be consulted before any wars shall be proclaimed and
the humblest man shall be free to do any legitimate thing for
himself and for those In* loves; that when the earth was given
to men to subdue and occupy and'enjoy, it was given to all men
alike and all are to take part in its government.
It this is in store for the children of men and to usher it in
tin* present great war was necessary, then the war will have
its compensations and it will not be so long until the old anthem
can boReawakened with a sweeter solemnity than ever, “Peace
on Earth, to Man Good Will.”
And the Christmas bells will take on all the old jov in their
ringing and their acclaim will carry a deeper, truer hope to
mankind.
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THE FIRST TO LOSE HIS JOB.
Then* was at least one federal official in Alaska who failed
to live up to the edict issued by the Democratic statesmen of the
territory, and as a consequence Susitna precinct failed to record
a single vote for Kulzer. It is also interesting to note that about
eight weeks after the election has been hold, United' States
Commissioner Lee Van Slyke, formerly of Cordova, was drop
ped from tin* payroll of Uncle Sam at Susitna, and Carl Almv,
an Anchorage attorney, appointed as his successor. Of course
there was no polities in the change.
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1 he local postoffice force has had a busy time of it during
the past week delivering Santa Claus packages to the people of
Cordova.
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They may be enjgying fine weather elsewhere than we
have been having in Cordova for tin* past month, but we can’t
recall the name of the city.
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By way of prognostication we venture the remark that be
ton* the next issue of this paper many Turks will have been
slain on the chopping block.
Santa < laus is in readiness for his annual tour tomorrow
night, and let us hope that no little boy or girl will be over
looked by this kind and generous old fellow.
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As this is the season of good cheer, the Daily Times extends
its greetings and best wishes to every one, whether they be
tiiend or for, for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
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\\ henever there is a recheck of the precincts in any of the
<li\ isions of Alaska \\ ickersham seems to gain a few more
votes, and as he is now in the lead his re-election as delegate to
congress seems assured.
Fairbanks recently experienced a slight earthquake, which
lusted tot only two or throe seconds. These tremors of the earth
are common in interior Alaska in the spring and summer, but
'ire rarely lelt in the depth of winter.
E. F. MEDLEY
Attorney and Couniellor at Law
Room 1
Adam* Block CORDOVA, ALASKA.
CiTY LAUNDRY
PHONE 127.
Second St., opposite I’ostoffice.
Rest of Hand Work. Give lie
a Call.
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STRAIGHT WHISKEYS
IMPORTED WINES
KEY WEST CIGARS
BONDED GOOD8
NOTHING BUT THE BEST
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PACIFIC STEAMSHIP
—COMPANY
ADMIRAL LINE
SAILINGS FROM CORDOVA SEATTLE TO CALIFORNIA
To Seattle and Alaska Ports Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays
Spokane, December 19. Steamers— President, Governor,
SEATTLE TO CORDOVA Queen, Umatilla, Admiral Schley
10th, 20th, 30th of each month ! and Admiral Dewey.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ROUTE
San Francisco and Los Angeles.Daily Except Sunday
San Francisco and San Dlege.Monday, Thursday Saturday
Steamers—Harvard, Yale, President. Governor, Admirals Schley, and
Dewey.
Full Particulars—A. E. Lathrop, Agt., Cordova Alaska.
ALASKA
STEAMSHIP GO.
Fait and commodloue a teamen ealllng between Seattle, Ketch
ikan, Wrangell. Juneau, Skagway, Cordova, Valdez, Seward
Dec. 8.ALAMEDA . Dec. 15
Dec. 16.MARIPOSA .Dec. 23
Dec. 24.ALAMEDA .Dec. 31
Sail from Cordova seven days later.
The freighters Cordova, Latouche, Juneau, Valdez
and Eureka also make regular trips.
Thle company reaervea the right to change echedu'e of eteamere
without notice.
Tlcketa on aale at up-town office Alaeka Steamihlp Bldg. Baggage
or freight will not be received at the dock later than one hour before
calling time.
F. B. TRACY, S R. HEDGES,
General Agent Agent
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Make It a Smokeless, Dustless,
Gasless, Trip East This Year
In addition to the cleaner conditions due to Kh e
trification, you’ll enjoy the comfortable aecenm
modations and you’ll like the little courteso ^ m
cident to * Milwaukee’’ service.
S. K. HEDGES, Agent, Cordova, Alaska. Phone ?o
CHICAGO, MILWAUKEE & ST. PAUL RY.
I Nugget
Broaches
Pins, Chains
Necklaces
Bracelets
Mao's Leather Collar
Bags.
Man's Toilet
Sets.
Men's Combination Arm Bands,
Garters and Suspenders
Fancy Boxes.
Men’s Comfy Bedroom
9 Slippers.
Greet Variety
Men’e Combination 811k
Muffler and
Hose
ill Men's Combination
9 Arm Bands end
Garters,
In Fancy Boxes
9 Children's Ooraibatlen
Knitted Sweaters,
Caps end Leggings.
Ladles' Knitted Shawls,
Hood and Toques.
Men's Suspendsrs.
Men's Tie Clasps
9 and Fins.
H Women's Silk Bedroom
pH Slippers,
In Brocade and Plain,
Silk, Various Shades.
Comfy and Slippers,
In Various Stylet
and Shades.
:ESSSTHE STOJP^ITH THE
HINTS FOR THE HOLIDAYS
A Partial List of Suitable Gifts That Will Piease
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Women* Kid Glove*,
White, lilack
and Tan,
Women * Kimono*.
Cotton Crepe and
Silk.
Short and Long
Variety.
Wemeu* Fancy Overceat*
and
Mackinaw*.
Women s silk
Auto Scarfs.
Women * 811k Sweater*
and Wool 8weater*
A Complete Assortment
In Color* and Sizes.
A Handsome #lft.
Xma* Ribbon,
Xrnaa Card*,
Xmas. Boxes.
Infant’s and Children’s
Comfy Slippers
and Fancy Soft Solo
Shoes.
Children's Sweaters and
Toques.
Knitted Wool Suits.
Children’s Dolls,
Teddy Hears, Toilet
Sets, Etc.
Women's Silk
Umbrella.
Women's Imported
Silk
Shawl.
Kayser’s Stilt Hosiery
All Shades.
Silk Underwear,
Union and Twoplece Suits,
Corset Covers, Chemise,
Underskirts, Etc.
ORIENTAL NOVELTIES.
Baby's Silk Quilted Comforters, Trimmed llamboo Baskets,
Tcakwood Trays, Card CaseB, Dollies,
Gauze Center Sets, Handkerchiefs. Handbags,
Ktmonas, Book Murk. Powder Box, Sewing Sets.
Jewel Box, Opera Bags, Paper Cutters, Pin Cushions.
Purses, Bandals, Slippers, Table Cloths in Several Designs.
EACH A BEAUTIFUL GIFT.
Men's Fancy
Silk Shirts,
$4.00 to $«.50,
in Fancy Xmas Boxes.
Men’s Fancy
Navajor Bath Robes,
Blankets and Robes.
SwanBdown Comforters
and Fancy Woolen
Blankets.
Beautiful
Felt Pillows and
Pennants.
Women's Shoes.
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A Fancy Line of High
Tops.
Women's Evening and
Afternoon Gowns.
Beautiful Silk
Shirtwaists.
Humidors,
Ash Tray and
Cigarette Cases in
Fancy Designs.
Women’s Fancy
Silk Sets, Cap and
Scarf.
Assorted Colors.
Silk Ties,
Silk Hose,
Silk Pajamas,
Tie Hangers,
For Men in Holiday
Boies.
Women's Silk and
Linen Handkerchiefs.
Large Assortment.
Women's
Fancy Sewing
Bags
Oriental Bath Sets,
Containing 2 large Bath Towels,
2 Guest Towels,
2 Wash Cloths.
Colors.
Women s All-wool Bath
Robes and Blankets.
Indian and Plain
Designs.
Leather Novelties,
Manicure Sets,
Scissors Sets,
Bridge Cards,
Writing Sets,
Glove Cases,
8ewing Bags,
Tourist Sets. Etc.
Stetson Hats
and
Hanan Shoes.
THE CLOTHIER
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WM. A. HESSE
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Mining Engineer,
D. S. Mineral Surveyor,
U. S. Deputy Surveyor.
BOX 13. CORDOVA, ALASKA
DR. W. H. CHASE
PHYSICIAN and SURGEON
Office over Cordova Drug 8tore.
Calls may be left at Cordova
Drug 8tore. Residence,
Alaskan Hotel
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
DENTIST
Specialty of
Porcelain, Inlay, Bridge Work
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Office: Over Blum, O’Neill's Store.
Large I
Assortment I
of
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Boudoir
Caps,
Silk Shawls.
Children's
Hosiery.
Shades.
Eiderdown Slippers,
Silk Scarfs,
Oriental Pongee
Boudoir Slippers
Women's Sllvareign
Slip-on-Coats.
In Various Shades.
A Full Line of
Kenyon Coats.
Trunks,
Suit cases and
Handbags
Women s Silk and Woolen
Mitts and Gloves.
Mens fancy Smoking
Jackets,
Vests,
Sweater Coats,
Pajamas,
Nightgowns,
Silk and Wool
Underwear.
Shoes, Suits, Underwear
aud Everything Essential
Will Be Found Here for Men,
Women and Children