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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1916
Page
2
A dense local overview covers government finance issues including wages and contracts for county workers, state aid, and potential public works. It mentions Seaboard leaders and candidates such as W. Darn for lieutenant governor, with discussion of tax implications and future political shifts.
A Washington valley farmer laments low apple prices and high carrying costs that hampered profits for years. He cites overproduction, speculative schemes, and external pressures as factors, noting intermittent bumper crops yet recurring crop failures and a struggle to secure fair prices for the chief product.
A garbled political segment notes candidates for the legislature in Chelan county and a joint nomination for a nematce form. It contrasts two hopefuls, Adams and a Mr. Metther, with others in the district race while predicting certificates issued after May 7.
A government report notes 1915 oil output surpassed prior years by 22 million barrels yet prices hit record highs. The Sandash Oil Co. is cited but not explained. Washington crop data suggests apples will fall about five million barrels short of 1915, while Washington state production rises by 230000 barrels.
Ms Frank Poskhoewser secretary fct Hoe and Mr Did conduct district visits engaging voters. Echo report mentions missionary work and efforts to sign up democratic voters.
Leavenworth residents react to claims that Adlerika quickly relieves constipation sour stomach and gas by acting on both lower and upper bowels. The ad promises one spoonful removes foul matter and offers rapid relief for digestive upset.
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