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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1905
Page
2
The Leavenworth Echo reports Wenatchee may gain a new newspaper preaching Republican doctrine. Chelan County commissioners allocate 1500 dollars for a Portland exhibit and provide a special tax levy to reimburse the county.
The Red Mountain district, famed for rich mineral deposits, could become a major mining camp if the Chelan County Commissioners accept four thousand dollars in state aid to build a connecting road. Snohomish County also seeks a link to the Cascade summit, with private capital likely matching county funds. Advocates urge immediate action to start work this summer for a statewide highway benefit.
Dr. McCoy attended Mrs. Carpenter at Chiwaukum. Dr. Sandstein now practices in Everett. Wenatchee undertaker C. G. Hall visited with wife. Mr and Mrs C R Zinkey left for Seattle for several days. Harry Goeger for Globe Wall Paper Co visited town yesterday. Mrs A M Phalen and Miss Bertha left for Pittsburgh to visit relatives for a month. The Kinney operation at Heaven worth Hospital was successful. The Congregational church social drew a large crowd and good proceeds.
The big mill shut yesterday because head sawyer James Hammel could not be replaced. Hammel had recently recovered from a blood poisoning case in his left hand and Dr. McCoy advised a rest period. With no one to fill his role, the mill paused while he recovers.
Easter services are expected to be unusually interesting this year as Mesdames Nelson Turner and Miss Bixby report extra preparations. Attendees are encouraged to join in what promises to be a memorable observance. The Mason Booming House advertises nine large, well furnished rooms with views of the valley river and mountains. Each room has multiple windows, electricity, and an attached bath with hot and cold water. Prospective occupants are urged to visit Mrs. C. H. Mason for the best available rooms.
Ashton & West Stock Co presents a two night engagement at the Tholin & K Opera House on Thursday and Friday April 13 and 14. The opening bill The Girl From Chili is a farce comedy with continuous laughs and special between act attractions. Mabel Heath stars in the closing bill a top comedy drama. Tickets at City Drug Store with reserved seats 50 cents general admission 85 cents and children 25 cents.
Last Saturday in Kupayway James Rainier driving a mill team with four foot slabs on the north of the track. The load slipped as a rope failed and Rainier slid between the horses avoiding serious injury.
The Echo features a display of Easter goods at the post office book and stationery store and urges readers to leave orders for butter wrappers. Also advertised are Bucklen's Arnica Salve for injuries and Dr King's New Discovery for lung and throat ailments with testimonials, plus printing services offered at the Echo office.
Siverly and Bullock filed a claim against Olaf Thomson in Chelan County Washington. Hearing set April 14 1905 at 10 am in Leavenworth to seek payment of 69 dollars sixty seven cents plus attorney fees.
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