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j. ; i-.? ?? i i .v,~? SET YOUR MIND AT REST. There may be nothing wrong with your child's eyes and again there may be. We will honestly and competent ly advise you if your child needs glass es or not For a thorough authoritative exam ination we charge a lee of two dol lars. so It is not 'hccesasry to sell a pair of glasses to get paid for our time. Wo can refer you to dozens of satisfied patrons in Juneau and; Douglas. ROBT. SIMPSON. OptD. Optometrist. , + * ? ALASKA DAILY EMPIRE * 4 Douglas Branch 4 ? M. A. SNOW, Manager ? + ? 4+4+++++++44444V Notice. Special communication Gastlneau Lodge No. 124. F. ?> A. M.. to be held r.' Odd Fellows' hall Tuesday evening. March 31st. Douglas Alaska. E. A. degree. Visiting Brothers cordially invited. JAS. DANIELS. Sec'y. DOUGLAS. March 30.?Maurice Ca sey. a brother of Pat Casey of the Territorial Bank, left for Juneau yes terday where he has accepted a posi- j tion with the B. M. Behrends Bank. Mr. Casey has had experience in ^hc banking business, having worked in a Chicago bank for a number of months. Tom Wittala returned from the Chi chagoff mine yesterday. He made the trip over In his gas boat. There will bo a meeting of the Al aska Catholic club tonight at their hall on St Ann avenue, at eight o' clock. The funeral of David Guiseppi took place this afternoon at two o'clock. Interment was in the city cemetery. The ladies of St. Luke's Guild have received word that a shipment of! flowers and potted plants are on the; way for their "goodie sale" at the : rnomas building next Saturday. The Douglas Island Labor Union held a well-attended and interesting meeting last night. ' TREAD WELL, March 30.?The big' Treadwell Club masquerade is only one week away and the whole com-! munlty is shrouded with an air of my- ? stery. Those in charge of tho af fair state that they Intend to make It the greatest success ever recorded on Douglas Island. A strong effort Is being made by members of the club to have salt wa ter In tho swimming tank tho year around. This will necessitate the In stallation of an extra salt water pump in all probability as the regular pumps are only used in winter and are too large for the use of the swim ming tank alone. The Nugget creek pole line crew Is working at this end of the line at tho present time. The smoker is rounding out into fine shape, and will be a drawing card. Special invitation are being prepared for the Legislators, tho Juneau, Doug las and Thano tiro departments. Roscoc Laughlln, who has been cm ployed on tho Treadwell dock, has re signed his position. Capt Erickson launched the com pany's gas tug "Mablo" today at noon. SIXTH SERIES OF "LUCILLE LOVE" TONIGHT DOUGLAS. March 30. ? Tho sixth two-reel series of the "Lucille Love" pictures will bo featured at the Lyric theatre tonight. This picture is get ting quite a grip on Douglas theatre goers and they are looked forward to with pleasure. "The Animal." a Rex drama. "The Alibi." and of Nestor's best, and a dandy Kav-Be entitlod "The Runaways" will complete the bill. The performance will be repeated tomorrow night. SECOND SUICIDE IN ONE DOUGLAS HOUSE ?+? DOUGLAS, March 30.?The suicide of Guiseppl's at Douglas Sunday, re calls tho Bachia tragedy which oc curred in the same house about three years ago. Paul Bachia returned to his home one night to find his wife in company with a man named Luka Sekulich. Bachia opened fire on the couple, killing his wife and wounding Sekulich. after which he retired to the attic where he killed himsolf to keep from being arrested by Deputy Mar shal MacMillan. Guiseppi leaves a mother and three children in Venice. Italy. DIVINE SERVICES FOR GOOD FRIDAY DOUGLAS. March 30.?Next Fri day. which is Good Friday, there will bo divine sevrice In the Lutheran, church In Douglas, Rev. Martin L. Larson, pastor, at S p. m. All are welcome. OPENING OF HEARSEASE. Mrs. T. L. Stone formerly of the Bergmann. has fitted up a cozy place at the corner of 3rd and Gold which will bo open to tho public on Thurs day, April 1st, where she will con tinue to serve Tomellke meals to the homeless." 3-29-3t. The Empire circulation leads. Try advertising in it. MADE IN JUNEAU Concrete Dry and Watertight Floors and Cel lar,. Conervte plain and ornamental Walla ed Sidewalks ard Steoa. All work guaranteed. ESTIMATES AND PLANS FREE. H. D. BOURCY, Box 34t Contractor ? L. G Thomas Mori F. Thomas ? j X Alaska 1 urniturc S I ndcrtaking 11 Co., Inc. % i | Funeral Directors & Fmbalmers ? a Douglas Alaska o DouglasUndertaking fj | P.\KIA)RS= jj j Funeral Directors and Embalmcrs !p H. V. SULLY J | FIRST TERRITORIAL BANK Douglas Q p ALASKA 28 Fronl 1t*Juneau INTEREST PAID ON SAVINGS A Q ACCOUNTS, AND ON TIME DEPOSITS TT Q ALASKA MEAT COMPANY J?hn Reck. Mgr. j Wholesale and Retail Butchers Manufacturers of all Kinds of Sausages Our Hams and Bacon Are Home-Smoked RUG | Doran's Prescription Pharmacy MILTON WINN. P.-oprletor A True Drug Shop where Drugs receive the greatest attention because they demand the greatest attention. OUR PRESCRIPTION DEPARTMENT It Modern, Complete and Efficient ,^== 'l| -i i:: i:::::::: 11111-1 r 11: i r 11111111111111111 r 1111:11 ("HIRSUTONE"! v THE IDEAL HAIR TONIC ? WITH A GUARANTEE OF SATISFACTION ? IT WILL REMOVE X t DANDRUFF. NINETY PER CENT OF THE MEN ARE TROU- X BLED WITH THIS DISEASE. TRY A 50c OR $1.00 80TTLE AND ** X GET RELIEF. SOLD ONLY Z I AT SMITH'S DRUG STORE j! I Elmer E. Smith. Douglas, Alaska. ? I I ItI I I I I I I I I I I 1 I I I I I II I 1!II I I I II III It 111 I I I I I II I 1 H-fr I Douglas Opera House Hotel | | Fresh Olympia Oysters t FREE MOVING PIC TURES" SUNDAY NIGHT i The Best of Wines, Liquors and Cigars S > PETE ROLANDO, Prop. Douglas, Alaska t ? e (Continued from Pago 1.) Mr. Sulzer said that ho did not want to take snap Judgment on a rcv | onuo program that ho had heard to* j day for the llrst tlmo. "There is $500.* 000 involved in this matter, and it is : something that everyono should have , entire Territory of Alaska, and may continue to do so for years to come." Senate to Study Draft. The motion of Senator Millard was withdrawn, and typewritten copies of j the draft will bo mnde, for study by the Senate. Two days was agreed up on as the limit for considering tho bill, as Senator Millard pointed out that the session was half over, and tho great volume of business was yet not disposed of. The revenue draft provides a Board of Taxation and Equalization, with the Governor. Treasurer and Sec retary as members. An assessor shall be appointed from each division, but those officials shall bo elected at tho next general election. Listing of property owners will bo made compul sory under its provisions. License Plan, Too. The House this afternoon, continu-: ing in the committee of the whole, passed a motion to have the revenue committee submit the license tax sys-: torn when its bill is reported, but it was indicated that the direct tax sys tem would excntually bo adopted. The licensing system was adopted in 1913. Mr. Noon wanted tho caunerios, and; their machinery and improvements taxed, he said, in addition to the same course in regarding to mining. Mr. Heckman said the canneries were per fectly willing to pay a property tax, but. ho argued, tho product tax, if the Territory levies a tax on case salmon, would bo opposed on the hteory that double taxation is unconstitutional. He pointed out tho Federal tax of four cent sa case. Ho estimated tho can nery investments in Alaska to bo $12. 000.000. Physician Asks Money. The Governor sent a message to the Houso and Senate, containing a letter from W. T. Thompson, M.D.. of Cen ter. Wash., who asked compensation in the sum of $250 for handling an ep idemic of measles at Afognak, Alaska, in 1913. He said there were 269 pa tients. and that he was entitled to some pay for his work. He also asked that Charles Jones, an assistant be compensated in tho su mof $25. The letter was referred to tho ways and means committee. SUIT FOR ATTORNEY FEES IN THE DISTRICT COURT District court today was occupied with tho Cobb-Dalton case, in which J. H. Cobb sues for services alleged to have been rendered to Jack Dal ton. J. H. Cobb alleged in his com plaint that ho had acted as attorney Tor Jack Dalton from the year 1908 to 1912, that he had secured patents to lode claims near Cordova, for him and defended him against the adverse claims of the Katalla company and the C. R. & N. W. R. R. Co., and per formed other legal services for him during those years for which ho averred tho defendant was indebted to him in the sum of $-1,500 and costs. The defendant, Dalton, through his attorneys. Hcllenthal & Hellenthal, set up a contract between himself and Cobb, by which Cobb was to share in the profits of the various transac tions with him. and did share with him to the extent of $500, ho alleged. The jurors sitting in the case were: T. J. McCaul, Martin Lavenlk, L. E. Hurlbut, L. Hudson, E. J. Dailcy, Z. M. Bradford. Julius Jaeger, C. H. Pas sells, J. T. Friend, Carl Larson and J. T. Hindsctli. EDITOR WULFF RETURNS. Charles G. Wulff, editor of the Val dez Prospector, Mrs. Wulff and their children are homoward bound passen gers on the Admiral Evans. Mr. Wulff visited New York and Brook lyn during the two months' that ho has been away. When You Want Best Service? When You Want Fresh Drugs? When You Want Reliable Prescription Work? When You Want What no one else has? When You Want What you want When You Want It? When You Want Quick Service YOU GO, OR PHONE JUNEAU DRUG CO., 107 Front St., opposite Alaskan hotel, phone 250.? ?(3-30-2L) "John, don't forget to order some coal today." "Why, Mary, all you need to do is to call up Femmer & Ritter and they'll bring it right up. You know they always have the best, aud they al ways deliver immediately." (3-29-6t "I Don't Feel Good" That is what a lot of people tell ua. Usually their bowels only need cleansing. will do the trick and make you feel fine. We know this positively. Take one tonight. Sold only by us, 10 cents. Wm. Britt, Junoau. Elmer E. Smith, Douglas. ;c the ;k on the Tower?Always Up to the ate! WE HAVE JUST RECEIVED MANY NEW NOVELTIES FOR SPRING IN FRIED, STETSON AND MALLORY WANDER IN AND "C? 'EM! Our idea is to cater to MEN AND YOUNG MEN who know what is proper and who have an appreciation of ORIGINALITY of STYLE Goldstein's Emporium _ 'ISe Home of Hart Schaffner ? &? Marx 1 ?? ??rrr~rrrrrrrr=?-,v u?aste-.r. ,.w UtT^u'i ? '.rjiTT.i^'S.-i - .-uracil a. ??.-,. >??>.? ISS8& SATDRDAll Exceptional Meaeure of Style j ] and Value All colors and styles, Sailors, jjjj Turbans, and fancy shapes, ? i,j trimmed in ribbons and flowers H ?thoso at $5.00, worth much L* more. A Charming Drees Hat? Trimmed -at $3.00 First come first served. My [:] full tine of tourist caps and out- [-] lug hats aro in. You'll surely ?j like them. Mrs. E. Sherman, | 131 Front Street; Juneau CAN REGISTER IN EVENING THIS WEEK ?3* * City Clerk E. W. Pettit announced today that the city registration hooks will be open evenings tonight, Wed nesday, Thursday and Friday between the hours of 7 and 8 o'clock. The books are also open every day between the hours of 10 a. m. and 12 m. and 2 p. m. and 5 p. m. The registration will close Satur day afternoon at four o'clock. About 700 had registered at noon to day. Housel Announces Candidacy. David Housel qualified as a candi date for city councilman today by fil ing his declaration of candidacy and necessary potftlon. INDICTMENT DISMISSED BY JUDGE JENNINGS The secret lndlctmont brought In August 1913, against Arbert Mathi-; son, of the Guano Commercial com' pany of KUlisnoo, was quashed in the district court this morning and the defendant discharged. Though three terms of court had passed since the indictment was returned, Mathlson was never cited to appear and knew nothing of the charge against him of selling lemon and other extracts to Indians. Judge Robert W. Jennings charac terized such proceedings as "contrary to the constitution of the United States, the federal.statutes, of the spir it of the law, and of common decency and fair play," and ordered the indict ment dismissed and the defendant dis charged. Winn & Burton acted as counsel for Mathlson. SPICKETT CHANGES MIND. With straw lint nnd tennis rackets and flannel suits and such other things as go to make up a summor out fit, Manager John T. Spickett of the Orphoum yesterday hied himself to his country place to enjoy the sun shine and country air aud plant a gar den. This morning ho telephoned In for a sleigh to go out and bring him into town. Incidentally lie asked that a fur cap and somo winter clothes be sent out with the sleigh. LEAVE FOP SOUTH. Miss Myrtle Hansen, daughter of tho late H. P. Hansen, and Mrs. T. Erick8on and her sister, Miss Agnes Braatcn, nieces of Mrs. H. P. Hansen, who came north to attend the funeral of Mr. Hansen, loft last wcok for Ta coma. Miss Hansen was accompan ied by her brother, Russell Hansen, who will spend the summer on his un cle's ranch at Puyallup. Femraer & Ritter have "coal to burn." Anyone elso may also have It by simply calling up either phone 314 or 402 or 403. And, remember, its tho famous Nanaimo, tho "best ever." 3-29-6t. IKIRKLAND Little Farms | $250 and up Notice:?Our Kirkland Representative, a renklcnt of Kirkland. will help you ac lect tho brat. Call on un or drop un a card j ^ and wo will be pleased to call on you. Juneau Realty Company 1 A fronts. 122 Front Street. Open 'till 0 p.m. t ? I Grand Concert! Under the patronage of Juaeau Choral Society In MISS KEMPTHORNB == Assisted Bu ===== MISS BERNHOFER AND MISS GULIGK Dream Theatre | MONDAY, APRIL 12th | _ I NELSON'S j BHBBB9BDBOflBBKBHHEBnB8BBBBBBB8BEBI ? CLEAN, FRESH STOCK MEN'S WEAR ! Suits, Working Clothes, Gents' Furnishings, Blankets, Boots and t Shoes, Rubber Goods. | "THE MEN'S STORE" | 127-129 Front St. Export Shoe Repairing. Phone 55 ? I Miss Gulick's Dance I Wednesday, March 31. STODIO J SI PrrCouplc. SI Single Gentlemen . CALIFORNIA MAGAZINE TO BOOST ALASKA! The Sunset Magazine is about to} Inaugurate a campaign In behalf of this Territory. It Is tho Intention to' run from time to time a series of ar tlmlcs dealing with the resources of, Alaska. J. J. Underwood has con tracted to do considerable work for this magazine during tho coming year and his first article will appear in tho May number. In writing to the local chamber of commerce on this subject tho Sunset Magazine says: "We have advices to the effect that tho war in Europe will turn tho trend of tourist travel Westward, and if Al aska is properly advertised, there is no reason why a great many of those tourists_should not bo Induced to make a trip to tho Northern Terri tory. It is possible also that many of these tourists may become inter ested in the development of the re sources of your country.?(Cordova Times.) REGISTRATION NOTICE. Commencing Tuesday evening, Mar. 30, 1915, and continuing until and in cluding Friday, April 2, 1915, tho reg istration books will bo open at the City Clerk's olllco at tho city hall be tween the hours of 7 p. m. and 8 p. m. During tho days tho office will be open from 10 a. m. until 12 m. and from 2 p. m. until 5 p. m. Registration closes Saturday, April! 3, 1915, at 4 p. m. E. W. PETTIT, (3-30-4t.) City Clerk. JUST A HINT? A little attention goes a long way with a fair maid. A box of candy, the kind you get at the Juneau Drug Co., or a book of Eervlce's poems of Alas ka Life?are certain to please. We know from experience. Juneau Drug Co., opposite Alaskan hotel, phone 250. ?(3-39-2t.) Tho Fmpire has most readers ??? ?$? ?*? 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* 4* ? 4* ?> CLASSIFIED ADV. * * 4? <? ?;< ?;< + ?> ?> FOR RENT?Four-room flat, modern, with bath. I Goldstein. 3-29-tf UP-TO-DATE HAIRDRESSING SERVICE FOR LADIES. j Tho W.E.B., located in the new | I postofllce block, will be open Wed- j j neadays from 10 a. m. to 5 p. m. i beginning this week, March 3, for 1 ladico and children only. This ar j rangoment Jo to insure privacy as 1 a hairdressing parlor. Hairdressing ! manicuring and massaging strict 1 ly up-to-dato In all particulars. The ' work will be done by Mrs. Leaf | green and myself, personally. ; W. E. BATHE. j ?J1 * : ?{??5, + 444 + + -i- + + 4 + 444 <? + ? CLASSIFIED ADV. + ? 4 + + * * +V +** + + + +,+ + + 4 WANTED?Job sharpening drills. A. B. Norris, phone 301. ? 25-3L WANTED?Girl for general house work. Mrs. Z. R. Cheney residence? (3-29-3t.) FOR SALE?M. D. Rerry's entire transfer out flt at bargain. 3-16-tf. FOR SALE?Range, extension tablo bed, springs, mattress. Enquire W. W. Taylor, 217 Seward. 3-29-15 FOR SALE?Six-room house on good lot; price reasonable. Part terms? 034 E Gth St. 3 81m. FOR SALE?Six-room house on lot 50 x 90 feet. Cash only considered, 530 Sixth street. 3-19-tf. FOR RENT?Five rooms and bath, concrete house, phone 309. 2-16-tf. FOR RENT ? Modern House. L J. Sharlck. 3-27-tf. FOR RENT?House, 5 rooms, bath, nhono 2202. 3-20-tf FOR RENT?Suite of rooms and bath: hot water heat, 326 Second St.. phono 41, sultablo for 2 men, or man and wife. 3-1-tf. FOR RENT, 2 and 3 room furnished housekeeping suites: reasonable. "The coxy corner of Juntau." Cliff Apart ments, near court house. 2-1-lm. FOR RENT?Large nicely furnish ed room. Alaska Steam Laundry. 10-tf HOUSE for rent. Mrs. M. Davis.? NIFTY Easter neckwear, Just In, Mrs. M. D. Berry's storo, 3rd and Franklin. 3-20-tf ~ HOUSES FOR RENT?Four and flvo rooms, with concrcto basement, ono on Kennedy and other on Ninth street, phone 372. 2-3-tf St. Nicholas leaves for Tenakcc and way ports. Tuesdays at 8. a. m. 12-28-tf OFFICES?For rent in Goldstein Bldg. Hot nnd cold running water In each office; also steam heat Janitor and elevator servico. tf. SPACE FOR RENT In Brunswick Building. Apply Chas. Goldstein. SUNDAY DINNER GOc?At New Cain Dining Room. (lmo) HOUSES for rent, apply F. J. Wet trlck. 3-20-tf. Elegant steam-heated front apart ment Fine view; bath, phone, and light free. Hot water at all hours. Alexander Apts., phono 228. 13-tf I Day and Night | Janitor Service! I Responsible white man or wo- H man furnished by the hour, month or contract Window j-j work or house cleaning a spe- jy clallfy?Phone 1202.