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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1915
Page
2
The Echo clarifies paid advertising rules for notices and entertainments with admission fees, requiring regular rates for any money-raising schemes. Free public welfare or moral activities get free column use, while noncurrent back issues cost 5 cents each. The notice appears in the Friday edition.
The 1915 mining returns show record profits in the Coeur d Alene district and rising copper output nationwide. Interstate Callahan zinc profits total $2,557,445 since April, while copper mines expand and reopen. Vance Mining plans a Leavenworth railroad to ship ore, boosting local output and timber wealth, with completion targeted for August 1916.
The article notes Henry Ford has built a fortune by selling cars at six hundred dollars that cost a hundred, employs many under favorable conditions, shares profits with workers, and offers a sixty dollar rebate to buyers. It questions whether he is the era's greatest philanthropist and shrewdest advertiser, given his extensive, costless publicity.
The Echo markets itself as 100 percent publicity to advertisers with nationwide reach in Leavenworth. It claims broad readership, noting most homes read weekly and that paid circulation proves demand, while only a small number of samples are given free. It contrasts paid vs free papers, arguing free copies attract casual readers who rarely engage.
The President’s address to Congress stresses preparedness and a twofold defense plan. He advocates partnering with South and Central American governments to safeguard the Monroe Doctrine and seeks a second line of trained troops behind a standing army with an adequate navy. He also criticizes citizens unwilling to defend the nation.
European press ridicules the Ford-Bryan expedition calling it an ebolition of American eccentricity. The travelers plan to visit only neutral nations as the U. S. government refuses passports to any warring country.
The 1912 Democratic platform affirms support for a single presidential term and a second term for Wilson, signaling no serious consideration of another candidate. It denounces wasteful taxation and lavish congresses, calling for economy, fewer offices, and lower salaries to protect the people’s purchasing power. It notes the previous Congress authorized record expenditures surpassing all prior totals.
Widespread press criticism follows the Gottstein case delay over constitutional challenges to the prohibition law. Expected verdict near Thanksgiving last month prompted fears of a divided court and potential endorsement of wets' arguments.
The president’s congress message urges military readiness as national protection. Public support is high and the nation is willing to fund hundreds of millions for army and navy insurance against attacks.
County authorities consider remodelling the courthouse at about eight thousand dollars while strong sentiment favors building a new courthouse soon. The old structure has undergone several remodels in the past eight to ten years and could be adequate for a few more years without further expense.
A festive advertisement invites readers to reserve a decorative box of Lowney's Celebrated Chocolates dressed in Xmas attire. Wheeler, the leading Druggist, promotes the offer with 49 Butter Wrappers available at the Echo Office.
Amsterdam dispatch quotes Maximillian Harden accusing German directors of insulting Americans at a corporate meeting. Harden says the remark was not protested and reflects poorly on Germans and their conscience, fueling anti American sentiment abroad.
Advert says Dr King's New Discovery relieves colds by attacking the cause and penetrating throat linings. It promises relief for irritating colds and urges readers to trust the remedy for faster recovery.
Heavy snowdrifts halt logging operations as logs skid and haulage prove nearly impossible forcing a temporary shutdown at the Peshastin Lumber Co. on Tuesday.
Notice invites readers to place ads in the Business Paragraph Column for offerings found lost or found items, buying selling renting locating or seeking information. Rates are ten cents per line for the first insertion and five cents per line thereafter with a minimum charge.
Compact rental notice for a two room shack with water and electric lights offered cheaply. Inquiries directed to Echo office.
L R Hart secretary advertises The Echo printing service promising better cheaper printing. Readers are invited to call or write to obtain figures before sending their next job.
The Leavenworth State Bank sues John Bollman Maisie Bollman Lathrop Jane Doe Lathrop and Frank Hutchings in Chelan County Superior Court to obtain a foreclosure decree and sale of a mortgage on Lots 5 6 7 and 8 Block 8 Ralston Addition Leavenworth Washington. Principal 1260 with 10 percent interest from April 28 1915. Defendants summoned to answer within 60 days of first publication.
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