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The Nome Nugget
Nome, Nome County, Alaska
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The Canadian House of Commons decided on March 15th to move the Yukon territory's capital from Dawson to Whitehorse, citing advantageous location and milder weather, though the changeover will be delayed for housing.
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Dawson, the roaring city that gave glamour to the Klondike, half a century ago, was stripped March 15th of its title as Capitol of the Yukon territory.
A practical House of Commons, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, over-ruled sentiment and moved the Capitol 320 miles south to Whitehorse, a city of some 5800 persons and more modern conveniences.
Although it was difficult for the Dawsonites to realize they were losing the Capitol, they knew Whitehorse was situated in a more advantageous location and also milder weather. The changeover will not take place immediately, as proper housing must be obtained.
Dawson may become a Ghost Capitol, but never a ghost town. There are about 1500 inhabitants and many mining industries in the district, and from a tourist standpoint, it will always be the famous Dawson of '98.
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Yukon Territory, Canada
Event Date
March 15th
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capital moved 320 miles south to whitehorse; changeover delayed for housing; dawson retains 1500 inhabitants, mining industries, and tourist significance.
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Dawson lost its title as capital of Yukon territory when the House of Commons in Ottawa overruled sentiment and relocated it to Whitehorse due to better location, milder weather, and modern conveniences. Whitehorse has 5800 persons.