Airplane patrol proves vital to forest service in Pacific Northwest
The aerial forest patrol in Oregon and California showed clear value in locating fires and aiding suppression. In the last fire season the program covered 202000 miles by air, found 442 fires, and reported 27 ahead of ground patrols, with rapid detection and economical operation cited.
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Oregon
California
Forest Service
Navy
United States
Air Service
Chartrand
Leavenworth
Wenatchee National Forest
Aerial Forest Patrol
Seattle
The American Legion’s stance on labor unions and loyalty
Franklin D Olier, national commander, asserts The American Legion aligns its attitude toward Organized Labor with its defense of constitutional rights and a square deal. He emphasizes support for ex service members, disabled veterans and families, urging loyalty and rapid joining by veterans in Organized Labor.
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Legion
Mander
American Legion
Indianapolis
Ameri
Can Legion
United States of America
Mem Labor
Organizeo
Organized Labor
Amercan Legion
Citi
Forest patrol landing field delays uncertain distribution
Text notes indecision over where to distribute resources for an aerial forest patrol. It questions if a headquarters will be set up near the forest and suggests no site is likely until a landing field is secured.
Shoe Shop Changes Hands at Williams Corner
The Williams shoe shop beside the Post Office has changed ownership to Joseph W. McLaughlin who is now in charge. The general repairing business continues and will deliver all work promptly with no long delays. The American Shoe Repairing Co. J. W. McLaughlin, Proprietor.
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Williams Shoe
Joseph W. McLaughlin
American Shof Repairing CO
J. W. McLaughlin
Memorial Service Planned for February 22
A memorial service for Soldiers Sailors and Marines who died in World War I is planned for Sunday evening February 22. Engraved certificates prepared by the French High Commission will be presented to the nearest relatives. The American Legion sponsors request names and addresses of next of kin be sent to Adjutant R L Rearick Leavenworth for planning. Complete service plans will be in next week's Echo.
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French High Commission
American Legion
R. L. Rearick
Leavenworth
ECHO
Forest Service Airplane Conference to Aid Fire Detection
Forest officers and Air Service personnel will meet at March Field California to learn airplane based observation for forest fire detection and wireless reporting. Eight Washington National Forests will send representatives led by Lee F. Chartrand to attend about February 20.
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Forest Service
Portland
Air Service
Forest Officers
March Field
Riverside
California
Washington
Lee F. Chartrand
Chumstick District
Leavenworth
Wenatchee National Forest
Mr. Chartrand
Michigan
Michigan Aggies
Great
Wisconsin
Northwest
Wenatehnee National Forest
Forestry Engineers Regiment
D. C
France
Chartrand
Orleans
Blois
Chumstick
Spokane Merchants Indicted on Charge of Profiteering
The Spokane Dry Goods company and several others including Crescent store Culbertson Grote Rankin and Hill Brothers Shoe company were indicted by a federal grand jury under the profiteering statute. Indictments allege unjust profits on necessities such as wearing apparel foods and fuel with profits ranging from 75 to 296 percent based on itemized sales data.
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Spokane
Spokane Dry Goods Company
Crescent Store
Culbertson, Grote- Rankin Company
Hill Brothers Shoe Company
Culbertson
Foresters Meet in Wenatchee District Conference
A Wenatchee district Foresters meeting is set for February 4 15 and 16 to discuss district work. Attendees include A H Sylvester supervisor Wenatchee Frank Lenzie Wenatchee John Brender Leavenworth Lee F Charstrand Leavenworth Frank Varo Leavenworth Oscar L Bergman Chiwaukum Robt Nickles Lake Wenatchee Harry Blankenship Easton Spencer Blankenship Cle Elum.
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Wenatchee
A. H. Sylvester
Frank Lenzie
John Brender
Leavenworth
Lee F. Charstrand
Frank Varo
Oscar L. Bergman
Chiwauk
Epworth League Holds Friday Evening Meeting at Motteley Home
A special Epworth League gathering convenes this Friday at Mrs Motteley's home. Members and friends are invited and luncheon will be served by Mrs Motteley instead of individual refreshments.
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Epworth League
Fashion Purchases and Prices From an Old Ledger
A list shows multiple customers and items including dresses, coats, hats, and coats with prices and payments. Names include Mrs J Funey Mrs J Johnsston C L Mackenzie A Doose and W R Lee with itemized costs such as dresses 27.82 and 34.22 and coats 25.00 22.50.
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R. D. Dahlheim
L. Davis Eoat
B. Harvey
J.r.baker
F. Alspaugh
Kimbrough
Reeder
A. Turnbull
Leavenworth urged to prepare landing fields for airplane traffic
A local appeal argues Leavenworth must plan and secure airstrip land for the growing aircraft era. It warns nearby towns could outpace it and urges city council and a Service club to form committees, seek suitable fields near the city, and propose a donated parcel to the Government for a public landing field.
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Service Club
Echo
Forest Service
Congress
Leavenworth
Shipbuilders Indicted for Fraud in Washington
Eleven officials from Washington shipyards are indicted for fraud aiming to extract government funds. Indictment implies substantial suspicion though not guilt, with the note that conviction could clear political atmosphere and relieve labor distrust of top leaders. A broad demand for a housecleaning accompanies the case.
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Washington
I. W. Wes Convicted in Eleven Member Case
Eight of the eleven I. W. W. members arrested last fall were convicted after trials concluded last week. One bail jumper, one absent sick, and one acquitted. A motion for a new trial was set for today. if denied, an appeal will follow. Theo Paine left yesterday for Seattle on business.
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Theo. Paine
Seattle
Loyal League Organized for Chelan County
The Loyal League of Chelan County Washington formed last Saturday in Wenatchee with thirteen district representatives. John A Gellatly explained aims to inspire patriotism and fight Bolshevism and disloyalty. officers elected include Harry Shotwell president G W Bohannan vice president and C J Christopher secretary. constitution adopted to uphold authority and promote 100 percent Americanism.
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John A. Gellatly
G. W. Bohannan
Wenatchee
Washington
League
W. W.ism
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Loyal League
Chelan County
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