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FOURTH YEAR.
CHITINA, ALASKA, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 1913
NUMBER 6
Late Telegraph News
EL PASO, Now 25.—A fierce battle for the possession of
Juarez began yesterday afternoon at 4 o’clock and continued
until midnight. The attacking federal generals were driven
back. Fighting was resumed this morning. General Salazar,
in command of one of the four attacking divisions, was
surrounded. General Villa issued orders that if Salazar were
captured that he would execute him on the streets of Juarez.
EL PASO, Xov. 25.—This afternoon General Salazar
fought his way out, making an attack near the Juarez race
track. He claimed that the federal center had been driven
back. Americans who have been in Juarez were escorted here
late today.
EL PASO, Nov. 25.—General Rodridguez, in command of
Villa’s right, arrived at Juarez wounded. He declared that
Salazar with a skilled force under him would be practically
wiped out before reenforcemeuts reached him. General
Talamantos, Villa’s second in command, was killed late this
afternoon.
MEXICO CITY, Nov. 22.—The order that had previously
been issued directing the British squadron of cruisers to
proceed to Vera Cruz has been countermanded at the instance
of Minister Carden. A counter order has been given for one
vessel to proceed to Tampico. It is reported here that the
change is because of a protest made by Secretary Bryan to
the British ambassador at Washington.
WASHINGTON, Nov. 22.—This afternoon Secretary
Bryan issued a statement denying that he had protested
against England sending warships to Mexico.
EL PASO, Nov. 22.—A fight is going on 15 miles out
from Juarez, between the federals and Gen. A ilia’s forces. It
is believed that the conflict will be long and that many will
be killed.
AVASHINGTON, Nov. 22.—There have been no new
developments today with reference to the Mexican situation.
A"ERA CRUZ, Nov. 21.—President Huerta issued orders
this morning that indicates that in his mind the United States
is likely to soon adopt summary measures. His orders are
that in case the American marines landed, the federal officers
should mass their forces and resist the marines. Failing in
this they are directed to retire along the railroad, destroying
the track for 50 miles back from the coast. There to plant
their artillery and make a stand.
MEXICO CITY, Nov. 21.—The new congress formally
opened last night. It was addressed by President Huerta in
pei’son. In his message he justified the abolishing of the late
congress on the ground that it was becoming the agency of
rebels. He further charged that congress had tried to prevent
the carrying out of government orders, and that the members
had “co-operated for infamous purposes to aid the rebels.”
All the members of the diplomatic corps attended the opening
of the session with the exception of Charge d’Affairs
O ’Shaughnessv.
NOGALES, Sonora, Nov. 20.—Negotiations between the
United States and the Constitutionalists, which have been
under way for a week past, were suspended last evening. The
reason for it is because the Constitutionalists declined to
answer certain questions propounded by President Wilson
through liis representative Edward Hale. The demand for
the credentials of Hale is regarded merely as a subterfuge.
General Carranza absented himself from two conferences and
now envoy Hale declines to continue his conferences with the
members of the cabinet.
MEXICO CITY, Nov. 20.—Last evening President Huerta
gave an elaborate reception to tlie members of the diplomatic
corps. Proposing a toast lie said, “I ask you to drink with me
to the health of the American people.” It was noticeable that
he made no reference to the American government and there
was considerable comment on the pointed distinction between
the government and American people. When Charge d’Affairs
Nelson O’Shaughnessy entered he was ambraced and greeted
effusively by Huerta.
WASHINGTON, Nov. 20.—Official Washington was very
much worked up today over Huerta’s toast last night. Much
resentment was manifested because of Huerta’s differentation,
which is considered as an insult to the President.
VERA CRUZ, Nov. 21.—This afternoon American Consul William
W. Canada defied General Maas of the federal army. The consul escorted
Evarista and Daniel Madero, who were released from prison, to the
battleship Rhode Island. He was backed by the blue jackets and Maas
feared to make any forcible efTort to prevent the departure of the Maderos,
although a formal request was made on the consul to surrender them.
Both John Bind and Canada accompanied the Maderos to the consulate,
where they awaited the arrival of a launch that was mnnned by American
sailors.
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 22.—Senator Key Pittman, of
Nevada, and formerly a lawyer at Nome, gave expression
today to encouraging signs for Alaska. He addressed the
Mississippi society and stated that Congress at its next
session would authorize the government to build railroads in
Alaska. He declared that such action “would increase the
gold production, settle the homesteads and open the coal fields
of the north.” He added that coal mining in Alaska, under
proper regulations would break down the coal monopoly and
insure power and efficiency of the American navy.
COPPER RIVER & NORTHWESTERN RAILWAY
PREPARATIONS FOR WINTER
Reasons Why Trains Will Run Regularly Throughout
the Winter
$320,000 expended in improvements.
Two additional water tanks put in.
Engine house constructed at Tiekel to accom
modate rotary fleet.
Snow sheds in Abercrombie Canyon extended.
Permanent frame section houses erected between
Flag Point and Mile 114.
Seven emergency coaling stations erected south
of Tiekel.
Emergency supplies placed in all permanent
camps south of Chitina.
Track patrol houses put up at intervals of 4 to 7
miles between Flag Point and Tiekel.
Rotary and locomotive equipment thoroughly
overhauled.
Most of locomotives converted from oil to coal for
use in rotary service between Cordova and Tiekel.
Track put in first-class surface and line.
Ditches opened all along line to prevent surface
water from forming ice on track.
Faithful and loyal employees.
The Daily Alaskan has repeatedly assured its readers that
the Copper Kiver & Norhtwestern Kailway will be operated
throughout the winter practically on schedule time. Trains
will run three times a week both ways between Cordova,
Chitina, McCarthy and Kenneeott. Our confidence in this
matter has been based upon a knowledge of the preparations
that have been made under the direction of Superintendent
Corser. When Vice President Baxter inspectd the line last
summer he decided upon the expenditure of such money as
might be necessary to guard against wash-outs, snow siides
and accidents such as would have a tendency to delay traffic.
As a result of this decision Superintendent Corser
expended $320,000 and has made such improvements and
additions that warrant him in expressing the belief that other
than an occasional snow slide that would not cause more than
a day’s delay, the railroad is in such splendid condition that
passenger, freight and mail service will exceed in regularity
that furnished by the transcontinental railroads in the states.
Every precaution has been taken and preparation made to
prevent snow blockades. Immense snow rotaries will work
in both directions from Cordova and Tiekel. An engine house
has been constructed at Tiekel to accommodate the rotary
fleet on its lay-over there. The locomotives to be used in
the rotary service have been changed from oil to coal burners,
as it has been found difficult to keep the oil from freezing and
have it at available locations.
Tn addition to the regular coal bunkers seven emergency
coaling stations have been erected at convenient points
between Cordova and Tiekel, a distance of 101 miles and
covering the locality where trouble has heretofore been
experienced. In addition emergency supplies for the workmen
have been placed in all permanent camps south of Chitina,
which will be a great advantage in expediting any track
clearing that may be necessary. Permanent frame section and
bunk houses have replaced all tent camps as far north as
Mile 114.
A strict lookout will be maintained at all times along the
track, and for the accommodation of the track walkers patrol
houses have been built at intervals of 4 to 7 miles south of
Tiekel. An important precaution to prevent the slide of snow
has been the building of several hundred additional feet of
snowslieds in Abercrombie Canyon, at points where trouble
has heretofore been experienced. Such slides as may now
come down will be gotten out of the way in a few hours. The
track has been raised in many places, while ditches have been
opened all along the line so that surface water will not form
ice on the track. The addition of two water tanks will be
ample to supply water wherever needed.
I-1 or the reasons enumerated above it should be evident
that every possible provision has been made for any emergency
that might occur. Then in addition, and what is possibly more
important than all other considerations, is the fact that
Superintendent Corser has the loyal support of all his train
men, trackmen, machinists and employees generally. These
men have declared that there sh&ll be'no extended delays in
the sendee this winter, and if faithfulness and intelligent and
hard effort upon their part is to count for anything, it may be
assumed that they will keep good their word.
And all this is very gratifying to the public, passengers
and shippers as well. It will also mean much to the people of
the Tanana valley, Iditarod and Nome, for they have the
assurance that there will be no delay in the mail reaching
Chitina three times each week, and going on to the interior on
schedule time. It is also expected that hundreds and possibly
thousands of miners and prospectors will be going from
Cordova to the interior, to take the trail to the new gold
diggings, both to Chisana and Nelchina. It has been definitely
established that the shortest and most practical trail to the
Chisana is from McCarthy 78 miles to the heart of the new
district. And the easiest and shortest mush to the Nelchina
is from Chitina via Williow Creek, Taslina and around the
lake to Albert creek, a total distance of 147 miles.
OF HU 10 MU
VALDEZ, Nov. 25.—The citizens of Valdez last night
gave a smoker at which Col. W. P. Richardson was the honored
guest. He was presented with a gold watch and fob in recog
nition of the great work of the Alaska Road Commission in
building roads and trails in Alaska. The Colonel is president
of the commission and to his efforts are largely due the liberal
appropriations that have been made during past years. Yah! ;
feels particularly kindly disposed towards all the members <
the commission, as this has been their headquarters and oi •
people have been brought into close contact with them. Col.
Richardson was also instrumental in securing the appropria
tion of $55,000 for the building of a dyke to protect the town of
Valdez from the destructive glacial streams. Many short
speeches were made and compliments paid Colonel Richardson,
who responded in a feeling manner. The colonel will sail on
the Alameda tomorrow morning, going to Seattle on his way
to Washington, where he will labor hard for a larger appro
priation for roads and trails for Alaska, lie may stop over a
couple of days at Juneau.
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 22.—The President lias finally
decided upon a new collector of customs for Alaska, to succeed
John I. A\ illis, resigned, and who wishes to be relieved of his
duties by January 1st. Efforts were made to secure a political
appointment but this has been unavailing, although some
strong recommendations were in for several aspiring Demo
crats who were looking for a well paying .job. Late this
afternoon the name of John F. Pugh was sent to the Senate,
lor a number of years past he has been in the service, having
been stationed at Juneau and serving as deputy collector and
inspector. The department has insisted that only men experi
enced in the service should be placed in charge of customs
districts, and this policy has certainly been carried out as far
as it applies to Alaska.
Another appointment that affects Alaska was also
announced today and the name of David J. Williams, of
Tacoma, was sent to the Senate. lie was nominated for tin*
position of collector of internal revenue for the state, of
Washington and territory of Alaska,
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 25.—Senator Owen, of Oklahoma,
in charge of the currency bill in the Senate, was insistent that
the proposed consideration of the Alaska railroad measure be
postponed from the date of December 8 originally agreed upon,
so that discussion of the currency bill could continue uninter
rupted. He was hotly opposed by Senator Chamberlain, of
Oregon, Senator Pittman, of Nevada, and Senator Bristow, of
Kansas. They urged that the original date for consideration
should not be changed. In giving expression to his views Sen
ator Briston declared, “There is no more important question
before the Senate than the Alaska railroad bill. That is one
of the great measures which ought to be passed quickly, so
that Alaska may be developed at the earliest possible
moment. ” From the men supporting the bill it can be seen
that it will not be opposed by the Republicans as a party
measure. Some like Senator Nelson, who do not favor govern
ment ownership and operation of railroads, will oppose the
present bill but not on the ground that it is a Democratic
measure.
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Monday night, November 24 will
always be memorable in the town
of Chitina because of the fact that
the new camp of Arctic Brotherhood
was formally started on the sea of
fraternal good fellowship through
the installation of the officers re
cently elected. The ceremonies
were conducted by Grand Arctic
Chief Henry T. Ray, who is on his
return from attendance at the Grand
encampment at Seattle, where the
highest honor was conferred on him.
The following officers were duly in
ducted into office:
Past Arctic Chief—Horace Leach.
Arctic Chief—Oscar Fish.
Vice Arctic Chief—Paul d’Heirry.
Arctic Recorder — Clifford H.
Geiser.
Arctic Keeper of Nuggets—A. G.
Morey.
Arctic Chaplain—C. C. Hull.
In addition to the above the
board of trustees consists of Wm. K.
Wood, chairman; J. L. Feaster, J.
P. Rockefellow, William Cameron
and Henry Gessner.
All the members of the new order
who were in town last night turned
out to participate in the ceremonies.
In all there are 42 charter members
and it is expected to soon largely
increase the membership. The new
camp will put up a building for lodge
and social purposes and it is pre
dicted that it will be the means of
fostering a better feeling and result
in many advantages to the people of
Chitina.
WASHINGTON, Nov. 25.—Indian
summer weather ushered in the day
for the marriage nuptials of Miss
Jessie Woodrow Wilson, daughter of
President Wilson, and Mr. Francis
B. Sayre. The ceremony was per
formed this afternoon at 4 o’clock
in the East room of the White
House. The bridal party entered
the room to the strains of Lohen
grin’s wedding march, while tho
military band played a national air
at some distance. Mr. Sayre and Dr.
Grenfell proceeded to the right of
the altar. Miss Jessie, arrayed in
white satin, entered on the arm of
her father, followed by Miss Mar
garet W ilson, maid of honor, and
other attendants. The ceremony was
performed by Rev. Sylvester W.
Beach, of Princeton, the family
pastor, the couple taking the Pres
byterian vows. The highest officials
in the land were present as well a3
uniformed foreign diplomats. It
was a brilliant affair throughout.
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 25.—Gen.
Goethals, in charge of the building
of the Panama canal, has submitted
his annual report. He gives no
specific date for the opening of the
canal,, stating that all depends upon
the slides in the Culebra cut and
the speed with which the dredges
remove the dirt.
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At a recent bazaar held at Fair
banks for the benefit of St. Mat
thew’s church $3,000 was cleared.