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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1921
Page
2
Notice from the Leavenworth Echo indicating mail entry at Leavenworth Washington as second class matter, issued weekly on Fridays. It lists subscription price at 2.00 dollars per year in advance and directs communications to the Leavenworth Echo.
A editorial condemns growing pauperism and charity drives abroad. It urges Americans to abandon overseas appeals, defend self reliance, and return to supporting neighbors at home, arguing civilization should not sustain large charity networks and noting Indigenous societies were self-sufficient.
The Spokane federal authorities arrest Foley for passing counterfeit money to a Canadian farmer in exchange for whiskey to be sold in Washington. The case raises questions about federal involvement in a cross border bootlegging scheme. Foley allegedly supplied bootleggers who operate around Spokane and was arrested three weeks ago.
The report notes Livuer, after a police court fine, was released to resume a whiskey-running operation. Authorities believe liquor charges would be easier to convict on than the dubious counterfeiting accusation he faces.
The Seattle Times notes a 1920 postwar production collapse across major industries in Russia. It cites Secretary Hoover readings showing sharply reduced outputs from pig iron to coal, copper ore to cotton spindles, plus devalued ruble and widespread underutilization of vast resources.
Spain appears ready to support measures aimed at disarming Moor populations, signaling a shift in policy. Officials cited security concerns and regional stability as justification for potential restrictions on weapons.
Readers weigh the burden of medical costs in illness and the ethics of charging rates. The piece contrasts the desire for medical care with concerns over draining family finances and long repayment to doctors.
The jury found the White Sox players not guilty following Cicotte’s confession. The verdict prompts questions about the legality of throwing games and the public reaction to the outcome.
County commissioners in Entiat denounce licensing pool rooms arguing lawful business needs no special license, comparing to stores hotels and garages. They state if an operator is a crook prison is required, and question why licensing should determine who may run a pool room versus a grocery store.
The county orders county owned cars not for private use to calm taxpayer concerns. By trimming costs, taxes may fall to sane proportions, allowing prompt payment without crippling industry. The burden has grown to rival mortgage levels, threatening farmers and businesses if hard times persist.
The piece argues taxes from income and local levies fall from absence of taxable income. Officials should curb waste and trim budgets to keep expenses at prudent levels. It calls for stopping public leaks and wasteful spending.
J. H. Wade and son Walter with Willard Holmes and Reynold and Floyd Rearick went to Merritt Sunday morning to climb to Merritt Lake and view the mountains and glaciers. They faced a hard trip with good scenery but poor fishing.
A crystal wedding anniversary was celebrated Sunday by Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Linke at their Elma Street home in Cashmere. A 25-welcome relative luncheon and a six o'clock dinner were held with yellow and white decorations and streamers. The couple received many pieces of cut glass as gifts.
Notice explains a supplemental assessment roll for Local Improvement District No. 11 in Leavenworth. It covers Evans Street Sherburne and Price Avenues sidewalk work and lists dates for public inspection and a hearing on September 15 1921. Attendees may object in writing to the City Clerk before the hearing.
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