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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1917
Page
2
A town enjoyed a very pleasant Christmas with ideal weather. Merchants report satisfactory holiday trade and some noting higher sales than last year. Purchases focused on necessary items rather than luxuries, and drinking was limited, making the day sane overall.
The article defends Red Cross generosity and urges locals to avoid misleading claims about misused donations. It states Red Cross affairs are conducted openly and trusted by thousands, asserting no penny of collected funds in Leavenworth was misapplied. It warns the public to report proven wrongdoing to the county prosecutor.
Foreign dispatches forecast an early overthrow of the Bolsheviki in Russia. Commentators say the movement lacks practical leadership and ability to reorganize a government, predicting its collapse before a more capable power.
The piece condemns German wartime strategy of destroying property with no military value and aims to show how the enemy uses occupation to brand areas with symbols of hate and treachery. It notes this pattern as particularly evident in select locales.
In the December Motor article Francis Miltoun Mansfeld describes the devastated area around Tracy le Mont and Tracy le Val. He recalls the Château de Cuts with its decapitated trees and skeletal remains, a hospital installed by a chatelaine, and a lone clock tower amid ruined walls.
The piece views President Wilsons move to appoint Secretary McAdoo as general manager of all U S railroads as a significant step with uncertain outcomes. It suggests politics may influence the action, noting McAdoos ambitions and the wartime context, while praising Wilson as an honorable leader.
Mrs Earl Wingate left for Seattle to join her husband and plan to make Seattle their future home where he works at Milwaukee depot. Mr and Mrs George Sinclair and son Elmer depart for Seattle and Tacoma to visit about ten days with friends and relatives. C B Laist W M Lundt F B Thurston Mrs A C Gilbert and daughter Gayle Gilbert go to Wenatchee for Christmas. Miss Ellenore Owens visits Cashmere then plans to return with Miss Estella Newsham for a brief stay. Mrs Walter Smith and Miss Sarah Kelley shop in Leavenworth.
A cablegram from Rhayader Wales dated Christmas day reports Frank Carlquist in Leavenworth Washington and Stanley improving while Clara Jones writes. The note hints that Tacoma Spokane capitalists may build a large hotel in the area.
Sunday school at 10 am and preaching at 11 am. Epworth League at 6 30 pm with preaching at 7 30 pm. Prayer meeting at 7 30 pm Thursday. F L Moore pastor invites all to attend these services.
Lutheran church schedules morning services at 10 45 with Sunday school at 9 45 and evening preaching at 7. Rev Haase leads the services.
Mass Sundays at 7:30 am. Weekday Masses at 7:30 am. Sunday devotion at 7:30 pm. Choir practice Monday at 7:30 pm. Catechism Saturday at 2:00 pm.
Sunday school at 10 a.m. preaching at 11. Class meeting at 9 30. Epworth League and preaching at 7 p.m. A H Morton, Pastor.
Wanted turkeys geese and ducks at 4511. For rent three room house see J B Shubert 491f. Wanted employment by a woman with a 6 year old boy going to school will consider a good home. Phone 72 52.
A business man's wife suffers severe eye pain preventing reading or sewing. Years of red irritated eyes lead to a trial remedy described as pure in the report from Leavenworth. The article notes her prolonged eye problems and a decisive moment in seeking relief.
Public notice upon February 5 1918 in Wenatchee before the County Court House for auction of timber on SE1/4 of Section 22 Township 21 North Range 20 East W M totaling about 160 acres. Appraised at 2130.50 dollars, with leasehold rights of Lake Irrigation Company and sale under State Land Commissioners order. Cash due sale day.
A clipped note from Wm. Yeke of the 23d Engineers recruiting detachment at Camp Meade Mary land addresses Frank and a friend, saying the burg is rough, rib steaks are scarce, and wishing Merry Christmas. The items also mention Mr. R S Laddington traveling from Wenatchee on a Bobtail train for legal business and Mr. F W Arnold visiting Leavenworth to check the office.
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