Jess's ark
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The pioneering spirit of Alaskans was proved with the construction of a riverboat that ingeniously incorporated a car for power. The raft was made specifically to transfer a family from upper Alaska to the lower parts and the mode was chosen due to the absence of roads and lack of money.
Publication Name: Alaska
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0002-4562
Year: 1997
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Riverboat dining
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The riverboat Nenana that sailed the Yukon and Tanana rivers in Alaska from 1933 to the 1950s is recalled. The condition and the way the ship accommodated its passengers is described. Recipes for pineapple fritters, flannel cakes and cheese canapes are provided.
Publication Name: Alaska
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0002-4562
Year: 1997
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Alaska Nellie's dream
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Nellie Trosper, a cook, hostess, hunter and storyteller in Alaska, became a well-known figure in the US for her excellent dishes. Nellie's menus usually included fish but were also garnished with vegetables such as lettuce, carrots, radishes and onions.
Publication Name: Alaska
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0002-4562
Year: 1998
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