City urged to settle waterworks case without suit
Local discussion echoes Davy Crocker urging restraint before costly litigation with contractors over the city water system. Council members weigh the Moodridge experience and potential recovery versus high lawyer fees, favors careful legal review and measurable rights before action.
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Weidenberg
Moon Bridge
Sosis
Iself
Geniimac
Moundridge
Barina
Davy Crocker
Apple Industry Outlook and Cures for Woes Suggested
The piece discusses the apple industry facing low spirits and uncertain prospects this year. It notes a cure for evils cannot be found in one season and outlines factors from pricing to disease and dysoreducts plants, with expectations of some markets and prices improving for other crops and meats.
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Quinn
Jane
Dalycam
Overcome Troubles in Apple Industry Soyed Advice
A brief rural note urges fruit growers to expand herds by one or two cows to bolster finances and lift spirits amid low apple market mood. It emphasizes practical steps for farm resilience and cash flow.
Why Leavenworth Faces Water System Upgrades Now
The letter argues residents face hard times and questions the rush to fund a new water system. It cites cost fears, suggests delaying work until spring snow melts, and urges a prudent plan to pay for needed repairs using economical methods.
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Barnum
Eitimens
Leavenworth
Theo
Wheat price forecast amid war economy and supply gaps
Readers study in the article suggests wheat could reach two dollars per bushel as war effects strain global bread supplies. The United States is expected to help close shortages, with farmers urged to adjust and invest as higher costs loom.
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Bastel
United
Observant Attendees at Mystery Meet
A fragmented report notes attendees at a local gathering featuring figures from diverse groups. Mentions include individuals linked to Samoa and a few unnamed participants at an event with unclear purpose and outcomes.
The Beauties of the State of Washington ad campaign
The State Bureau of Statistics under Secretary I M Howell publishes The Beauties of the State of Washington. Frank M Lambora the state printer has printed fifty thousand copies to reach northern and eastern visitors for the San Francisco and San Diego Expositions. The book’s artistic merit exceeds its literary value and aims to spur profitable investment in Washington.
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Sate
Bureau of Statistics
I. M. Howell
State of Washington
Frank M. Lambora
Pacific Coast
San Francisco
San Diego Expositions
Rancher Critiques Local merchants and home economy
A rancher questions community spending, urging residents to support local business. He asks if merchants practice what they preach, notes payment disparities between locals and outsiders, and suggests forming a Mutual Aid Society to encourage at home purchases.
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Blaster
the Echo
Leavenworth
Humane reform in convict labor across state camps
A report from the state guard of central praises the honor system for convict labor, noting 200 men worked in honor camps without guards over two years with several escapes but few recaptured. In contrast at Safereck Quarries with armed guards only 100 men worked and most escaped but were recaptured, yielding a 100 percent lower escape rate under the honor system and claiming higher quality work.
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Hener
Siewm
Central
Naie
Honer
Safereck
Brother Printers Ad Offering 24x3 Imposing Stone and Stand
An ad describes a 24x3 inch imposing stone with a stand and drawer, priced cheap. It notes the seller will trade for a larger stone and warns about health remedies for children, mentioning Be ll’s Pine Tar Honey. It reflects misc. old-time classified wording and odd typographic errors.
Legislative cost rise exceeds prior session in early weeks
The current legislature costs the state over 1250 per week more than the two years ago. The first four weeks of this session spent 43337.09 versus 40262.04 in the prior four weeks, signaling higher early expenses.
Lost and Found and Notices in the County Office
A small public notice advises residents to report lost items or found objects. It mentions contact at the county office and place for posting notices. The text references rental and information services and outlines a basic fee structure for advertisement lines.
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Ncticia
For Sale A Good Match Team and Farm Implements
For sale one good match team about 2400 lbs with 2% inches Mitchell wagon and double box in good condition. Also a 3 horse power Hanife Power sprayer used by a sewer team, a sprig teeth Barrow, a 12 inch Syracuse steel team plow, a good saddle, a pair ligated runners, a spring cutter, several tons of timothy and alfalfa hay. Bay geldings located in Wash.
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Mitchell
Hanife
Barrow
Syracuse Steel
Daled Timothy
Alfalfa
Bay
Ze R
Gassiee Pestastin
Cattle and Horses For Sale At Briskey Place
Four milk cows two fresh two fine mares are offered by the owner at the George W Briskey place near the mouth of the Seicle river in Leavenworth.
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Sheen
George W. Briskey
Seicle River
Leavenworth
1915 Salmon Industry Expected Largest Yet
A brief note claims the salmon industry for 1915 will be the largest in its history with speculation on peak production and market impact.
Notice to creditors in estate of Charles L Garanan
In Chelan County Superior Court Washington estate of Charles L Gordon deceased. Nelson administrator directs all claimants to exhibit proof within twelve months after first publication. Claims to be filed in Leavenworth Chelan Washington. First publication January 2.
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State of
Washae
Cheian County
Charles L. Garanan
Charles L. Gordon
Leavenworth
Chelan
Wealington
Nelson
Charles Lanzetedik L. Gertion
Stop Child's Cobre They Often Be a suit Seriously
A brief note reports concerns about a child named Cobre and calls for serious attention to their welfare. The item urges guardians or officials to act promptly to ensure safety and well being.
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