The Cordova Daily Times
CHEATER CORDOVA'S GREATEST NEWSPAPER
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Entered at ttsa 1'ostoSce at Cordova. Alaska, as -~r.ood class matter,
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H. G. STEEL, "EDITOR AND PROPRIETOR.
ALASKA, WKDNtfNDAY, MARCH 14,1917.
ADVANTAGES OF VALDEZ OVER ANCHORAGE.
Uoruova mignt mouestiy claim also to nave a rauroau, one
of the regular kind, which taps the richest mineralized' belt in
the world. During February, the shortest month in the year—
the ore shipments over this road had a value of considerably
over $4,000,000. This represents more than the total mineral
output from all of Alaska, but it hardly justifies Cordova in
demanding that all of the federal business be concentrated
here, although our claim would have more merit than does that
of Anchorage. Then, again, congress has decided to erect a
$100,000 public building here, and bills are now being received
for the clearing of the ground’. This-structure is to contain ac
commodations for the district court, and with the natural
growth of the Copper river valley we may some day feel that
in a change of venue from Valdez the selection of Cordova
would follow as a natural result. The actual development work
in the Third division now centers here—and not to the west
ward.
But we recognize the advantages possessed by Valdez,
particularly as to its location and accessibility and much prefer
to have the court house remain there to being moved to Anchor
age. While we admire the rustling abilities of our friends at
the new railroad terminal, we regret that we cannot “put in”
.with them when it is a matter of working a hardship upon the
rest of the people, with no particular advantage gained. Un
der the present circumstances the court house should and must
remain at Valdez if the people of the division have any voice in
the matter—and we think they will.
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While the Daily Times is attempting to fully cover the war
situation by receiving the Associated Press news service, of
which there is none better in the world, there arc* more grape
vine reports circulated around town about the declaration of
war, sinking of ships, &e., than would fill a dozen newspapers.
But if you want the latest authentic and reliable information
you must read the Times.
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But a few days remain in which candidates for the city
council can file their nomination papers, and as yet not a single
person has been found who has declared himself an aspirant for
this honor. Unquestionably a case of the office seeking the
man, and let us hope that at least seven good and true citizens
will be found to fill the offices soon to be made vacant.
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The result of the delegate election awaits the decision of
one man. Over fourteen thousand voters expressed their pref
erence for this office, the canvassing board performed its duty
and it’s now up to Judge Jennings to decide who’s elected. He
has had the matter under advisement-since Tuesday of last
week.
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Conservative estimates place Cordova’s population at from
twelve to fifteen hundred inhabitants—about double what it
was a year and a half ago. The suggestion has been made that
a census be taken of the town and' a directory issued, and it
should lie done within the next thirty days.
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No sooner do the submarines cease their ruthless warfare
than the railroaders on this side of the “briny deep” threaten
to plunge us into what may be one of the greatest strikes
in the history of the United States, and at a most critical time.
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Practically all of the newspapers throughout Alaska have
—- dei.liirml ilmlJVV.ickerslimn was victorious in his campaign for
re-election as delegate to congress—regardless of the fact that
his certificate of election has been hung up ou a technicality.
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The voters of the territory are not interested in the dead
lock at Juneau. They elected eight senators to go to the capital
to look after their interests and not waste $15 per diem in at
tempting to settle personal ambitions or repay political debts.
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It seems as though a tightening web is being woven around
the Seattle officials who are now on trial in connection with the
recent wholesale bootlegging in that city.
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“Putting the aviation service on a war footing” is a
phrase which shows how language fails to keep up with the
times.
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Future generations will look up to the war’s aviator
heroes just as their contemporary fighters on land do.
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The higher prices go the louder the treadmill creaks.
In the district court for the terri ' t
lory of Alaska, Third Division.
Notice of ter mof court at Cordova,
Alaska.
The president of the United States
of America, to the residents of the
Third division of the Territory of
Alaska, and to all whom It may con
cern, greeting:
You and each and all of you, will
please take notice that by an order
of the court, duly made and entered,
a term of the district court for the
territory of Alaska, Third division,
has been called and will be held In
Cordova, Alaska, beginning on the
2nd day of April. 11* 17. and continue
as long thereafter as the public wel
fare may require.
Dated at Valdez, Alaska, this 23rd
day of February, lftlfi.
(District FRED M. BROWN,
Court Seal) District Judge.
Attest: Arthur Dang, Clerk.
MEET ME AT
The HORSESHOE
POPULAR RECREATION PLACE
Where We Can Always Find Our
Friends.
Finest Billiard and Pool Tables In
Alaska.
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EXPERT
PIANO TUNER
George Anderson, piano expert and
factory representative, will be in Cor
dova this coming summer. Expert
work in piano and organ tuning and
repairing guaranteed. For prices on
new and second hand pianos and or
gans, also pianos for rental, address.
P. O. BOX 991, JUNEAU, ALASKA.
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PHONE 127.
Second St., opposite Postoffice.
Best of Hand Work, (jive Us
a Call.
Sheldon
AU-IO STAGE LINE
| Giving an all year auto ser
vice between Chitlna and Fair
banks, Alaska.
Enquire about them at Chilina
Hotel, Chitlna, Alaska, before
making reservations elsewhere.
Insurance
FIRE, MARINE, LIFE and ACCIDENT
Insure your property against fire In
reliable Insurance Companies.
We represent the Niagara, London.
Phoenix, Hartford. Northern, Globe
and Rutgers, and others; all strong
Board Companies.
We also represent the Maryland j
Casualty Company, and Issue Fidelity
and Surety Bonds.
Northwestern Realty & Trust Co.
M. C. Thompson H. C. Murphy
The MECCA
Thompson * Murphy, Props
Dealers in
WINKS, LIQUORS AND
CIGARS
Phsns 107.
FOR THE COMPLEXION
We have a full line of tested
face creams and lotions. Every
article Is sold under our per
sonal guarantee to he as repre
sented, free from injurious
chemicals and satisfactory In
every way. But remember, this
department Is but one of many
in our store, all up to the same
standard. <
Now Is the season to spend B^ M ^ I
with a Camera. I B
We have a large assortment, <*'-■'1: -X
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The Northern -JsafiMiftk.
Drug Company
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When Ordering Job Work Don't
Think it is Your Duty to Build Up
j Concerns in the States, But Give I
I The People Who Are Paying
j Wages and Spending Their Money j
In Cordova a Chance to Live.
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WM. A. HESSE
Mining Engineer,
U. S. Mineral Surveyor,
U. S. Deputy Surveyor.
BOX 13. CORDOVA, ALASKA
DR. W. H CHASE
PHYSICIAN ana SURGEON
Office over Cordova Drug Store.
Calls may be left at Cordova
Drug Store. Residence,
Alaskan Hotel
DR. W. W. COUNCIL
PHYSICAN Af»D SURGEON.
Office and Residence: Cordova
General Hospital (Ostrander Build
ing).
I’hones—Residence 115; office 132.
DR. C. L. HALE
DENTIST
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 ‘JOU. Cordova,
P. O. Box 186. Alaska.
Hours: 9 a. m. to 6 p. m.
Evenings by Appointment.
ROBERT SIMPSON
JUNEAU.ALASKA
Glasses Fitted. Lenses Ground.
HUBBELL & WALLER
Civil and Mining Engineers.
U. S. Mineral and Deputy Land Sur
veyors for Alaska.
1102 L. C. SMITH BLDG., SEATTLE.
Howard & Lund
Contractors and Builders
Estimates Furnished.
PHONE 68.
Windsor Hotel I
L. Wain, Prop.
Where You Get
Comfort and Service.
And the Kates Are Right.
Cordova Alaska
LEONE LANGDON
PIANO AND VOICE LESSONS.
Empress Building, Room 21. Phone 85
One Visit
Will
Make You
A
Regular Patron
At
Slater’s
Restaurant
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Private Boxes
For
Large or Small
Parties
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FUQUA & McCONAGHY
PLUMBERS AND STEAMFITTERS.
Cor. Front and C Streets.
Office Open Evenings.
when in McCarthy
You Will Find Your
Friends at
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PACIFIC STEAMSHIP
COMPANY
ADMIRAL LINE
SAILINGS FROM CORDOVA SEATTLE TO CALIFORNIA
Evans About February 10. Mondays. Fridays snd Saturdays
To Seattle and Alaska Porta Steamers—President, Governor,
8EATTL^ TO CORDOVA Queen, Umatilla, Admiral Hi hley
Jan. 24, Feb. 3, Feb. 15. and Admiral Iiewey.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ROUTE
8an Francisco and Los Angelee.Dally Except Sunday
8an Francisco and 8an Diege.Monday, Thursday Saturday
Steamers—Harvard, Yale, President. Governor. Admirals Schley, and
Dewey.
Full Particulars—A. E. Lathrop, Agt., Cordova Alaska.
j ALASKA
STEAMSHIP CO.
Fast and commodious steamers tailing between Seattle, Ketch
Ikan, Wrangell, Juneau, Skagway, Cordova, Valdez, Seward
March 1. ALAMEDA . March 8
Rail from Cordova seven days later.
The freighters Cordova, Latouche, Juneau, Valdez
and Eureka also make regular trips.
This company reserve* the right to change schedule of eteamere
without notice.
Ticket* on tale at up-town office Alaska Steamship Bldg. Baggage
or freight will not b* received at the dock later than one hour before
tailing time.
F. B. TRACY, S R HEDGES,
_Q«"«r»l Agent Agent
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FOR 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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Two storeys, 22x5G feet; stable for twenty horses,
and two log caches and one cabin.
Also a full line of groceries, hay, oats, &c.
Business on good paying basis.
For particulars apply at the
DAILY TIMES OFFICE.
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Anchorage is certainly a most ambitious town. Although
in existence but a couple of years, it has made great strides for
ward, due largely to the progressive spirit of its residents. No
opportunity is ever overlooked in working for what it desires,
with the frequent result of attaining that for which it has
striven. All of which is most commendable. But like most
precocious youngsters, it is apt to overreach itself, and no bet
ter illustration of this fact is found than in its effort to have
the seat of the department of justice of the Third division trans
ferred to Cook Inlet. There is no argument or justice in moving
the court house from Valdez to Anchorage, but the fact remains
that some of the residents of the latter town are making an ef
fort to bring about that result. And the department of jus
tice has lent an ear to this ex-parte pleading, but the bltbble of
hope is likely to be pricked when the attorney general is bom
barded with strong protests from all parts of the division
against any such move.
.Just what claim Anchorage, situated' as it is apart from
the rest of the communities, has to being the seat of justice is
not clear to an unprejudiced mind. Valdez is centrally located
geographically, and is therefore the most convenient place for
the transaction of court business, litigants and the public gen
erally, which is a big item in its favor. Anchorage may have a
larger population, with the “bohunk” settlement included, but
it is as yet a construction camp, closed to navigation during
the winter, and its permanency is a matter to be determined
in the future. Of course it has a railroad, but so has Skagway,
and still Juneau retains the capital.