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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1910
Page
2
The column bids farewell to 1910 praising thrift and industry while urging self reliance. It forecasts 1911 improvements with good roads cutting costs for ranchers and freight, then questions whether funds will be spent wisely and honestly.
The county plans a 400000 bond to build a first class public highway system in Chelan. County Engineer Berry proposed a plan to attract homeseekers and investors, with voters to decide future spending and fair distribution across the county. Chelan leads in population growth since 1900, bolstering the case for a strong road network to raise land values and attract settlers.
The piece questions huge donations by Carnegie and Rockefeller, noting the impressive rhetoric and global applause while doubting whether such gifts truly help society or may later be condemned as harmful to the public good.
The lemon, long valued for its scarcity and high cost, is now grown from Florida to California making it affordable for all. Its citrus ally lime and the fruit’s storied uses on ships and in homes are celebrated, with praise for its versatility in beverages, medicine, and cleaning.
Various churches held Christmas programs and trees with Santa for children. The Methodist and Congregational services ran from morning to evening, while the Lutheran event drew a large crowd. Each church noted much time spent to ensure successful entertainments.
In Wisconsin the fate of Robert LaFollette looms as insurgent votes could derail his bid for reelection. With 70 legislative votes, a coalition of social democrats and standpatters may block his successor, while Democratic ties and Taft’s choices add uncertainty to Madison politics.
Mr and Mrs W W Thompson passed through on their way home to Chiwaukum from Houghton Michigan after the death of Mrs Thompson's mother Mrs James Williams on December 11. One week later Mrs Williams' husband Mr Williams died at 71. Mrs Thompson was accompanied by her sister Mrs W P Eddy of Seattle who had also gone to Houghton for the death announcement.
George Brender and Carl Jensen argued over a dice game early Monday. Brender wounded Jensen with a knife but injuries were not serious. Jensen attempted a getaway to Cashmere but was captured, aiding Brender’s preliminary trial where Brender posted 1500 bond. Jensen also bonds as a witness. A later plan to remove Jensen involved an alleged third party who vanished with the money.
Catherine McNeal a public school teacher in Bellingham was brought to the city three weeks ago after suffering a slight paralysis. Friends entertain a faint hope she may return to teaching, though initial reports misstated the location of her attack.
The Congregational Church invites God’s people to a Sabbath morning service with open communion and an invitation to unite with the church. An evening Endeavor will follow featuring leader Miss Leo L. Davis and a sermon on Untrodden Paths. Preaching at 7 30. All are invited. Pastor W V Davis.
Lutheran services on New Year’s Day with Sunday School at 9 45 and preaching at 10 45 Pastor Martin Raasch leads the usual church services A prayer meeting is set for Wednesday at 730 with choir at 830 The official board meets Monday at 830 pm A social for members and friends is planned at the M E Church Friday January 6 starting 730 pm A small program and light refreshments will follow The ladies and society meet Wednesday afternoon January 4 at 230 to finish social preparations
O S Sampson is much better after arrival in Seattle and hospitalization at Providence. He is expected to return home by weekend. The Sampsons postponed their California and East trip due to his illness. The Degree of Honor New Year ball will be held in Firemen's hall tomorrow night attracting large crowds. Mrs J L Maston hosted her Sunday school girls for an afternoon social with popcorn and candy.
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