Yesterday's News

October 24, 1914 – The first law enacted by our territorial legislature two years ago was the law giving women the right to vote. The gallantry of the men voters of Alaska was fully demonstrated by the way the law was accepted. Every one – or nearly so – rejoiced over it, because equality is characteristic of Alaskans. As a matter of fact, and only in rare exception, they invite if not court equality. Class distinction is not encouraged and much practiced.

Every Alaskan is agreed that unless energetic steps are taken, politics in Alaska will soon reach a stage where corruption will drown decen...

 

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