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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1921
Page
2
The Leavenworth Echo lists publication details and subscription price with editor H. Rerrick and Union No. 680. It notes second class mail status in Leavenworth Washington and weekly Friday issues with three dollar annual prepaid subscriptions.
Echo weighs Senate Bill No 10 and a state education code report arguing against centralized county control. Writers warn such a code would dull local interest, hinder weekly board decisions, and threaten the vitality of schools, roads, and local governance.
A spokesman review cites John D. Rockefeller Jr. regretting his inherited fortune, while R. W. DeForest argues it is not respectable to avoid work. The piece lauds self-made effort, wealth used for good, and the pride in labor over mere ownership, highlighting work as honorable and philanthropy as worthy.
If Bryan leads the Democratic Party alone, he will attract a mixed crowd around him. The remark suggests concerns about the quality of supporters and potential factions forming under his guidance.
The Tacoma Ledger notes Sunday snow in the Sound region. On the level the depth reached six inches, marking a significant winter weather event for the area.
Report suggests Berlin circles anticipate a political realignment and a mass exodus as citizens seek opportunities abroad amid domestic pressures and shifting alliances.
Five millions of Germans are said to be preparing to leave the Father land as many seek to escape the burden of the war mortgage and indemnity.
The Federal Railroad Labor Board refused to permit ending the wage agreements with the brotherhoods. Railroads plan to contest the decision and challenge the ruling.
The piece argues none of the major powers wants to cut naval programs without guaranteed world peace. It contends the current outlook favors war over broad peace, suggesting curtailment is unsafe without concrete assurances.
The Mansfield News satirically notes an attempt to revive the high hat, recalling 1888 roots and a Cleveland booster seen in such attire. The writer expresses personal desire to wear the hat if fashion approves, then questions critics and jokes about wearing it like royalty.
Local rail staff and residents are noted in Leavenworth with visits from W. P. Clinton and Lantry Spokane Division Superintendent. Families travel to Spokane and Bellingham for medical and relocation plans while social gatherings include a Valentine party hosted by Mrs. R. L. Leslie with Five Hundred and music.
Tom Grey was arrested last week on a liquor charge and sentenced to pay a $150 fine, which authorities indicate he paid.
A brief classified item promises payment for an Echo device or service. The ad seeks interested sellers or participants offering cash in exchange for an Echo product or related work.
Rumor had Rainier Cafe visited by officers in the raid last Wednesday night. We have since been informed that the cafe was not involved and issue this correction.
By order of the city council dated February 8 1921 the office hours of the city clerk change to 8 30 a m to 12 m and from 1 p m to 5 30 p m effective February 14 1921. Advertising requested for sale of that area.
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