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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1911
Page
3
The Spokane Interstate Fair enters its eighteenth annual exhibition October 2 to 8, 1911, with rapid growth since 1904. Entries rose from 1 581 to 6 819 and admissions from 32 277 to 111 545 despite rain. Prizes exceed 36 000 with open world competition and premiums greatly increased.
A Cleveland Press poem recalls Morgan's empire spanning mills by the river hegemony tram lines and a vast fleet. It traces industrial power from factories and ships to a grand nation and ends with a grim gate private park and a hellish brimstone lake image.
A Richmond man bought a supposedly tame turkey from Uncle Ephraim and later found shot in the bird. Ephraim insists it was tame but reveals the shot was meant for him, not the buyer, sparking a humorous misunderstanding.
Yale’s gram marian advocates plain speech opposing pedantic substitutes. He recounts a story of a boy keeping a diary who learns the sun rises and editors out phrases like got up at seven. The tale illustrates how necessity sharpens effort and resolve.
A Missouri reflection on the mouth as central to identity and public life. The piece likens the mouth to a gateway for speech and appetite, linking it to patriotism, commerce, health, and political fate with vivid, humorous turns.
A column lists Peach Dainties including Seach Tripe Cut cake slices with custard and almonds and a meringue topping. It then provides methods for Stuffed Peaches Pickled Peaches and Peach Rings with syrup, spices, and baking steps. Ends with editorial witticisms on progress, advertising, and luxury.
An advertisement informs readers that during illness, take Chamberlain's Golie Cholera and Diacrhoen Remedy at first symptoms. It promotes availability at King's Cin Drug Store for quick relief during busy seasons.
Department of the Interior notice from the U S Land Office at Waterville Washington dated July 26 announces John Berggren of Leavenworth will file final five year proof to establish his homestead claim for land in Section 4 Township 4 N Range E Willamette Meridian. Witnesses named are Adolph Anderson Charley Anderson Gust Nelson and Prass Hylton all of Leavenworth Washington. Proof to be made before Frank A Reynolds A S Commissioner at Leavenworth on the Sunday of September 11.
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