Whitney Bills Aimed at Political Power in Washington
A local legislator W. H. Whitney of King County proposes two bills designed to secure Republican control. The laws would require two thirds of voters to pledge to vote Republican in primaries and punish those who refuse, a move critics call anti democratic and aimed at party bosses.
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W. H. Whitney
King County
Whitney
Chicago
Aberdeen
Washington
State of Washington
Echo Seeks Delinquent Readers After Prompt Letter
A four week follow up to a sugar coated reminder fails to bring in about 450 delinquent Echo readers in the area. The paper plans a verbal fulmination to spark payment, hoping to salvage finances and end the noncompliance.
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Echo
Two School Director Seats Open Next Month
Two school director positions are to be filled next month. Mrs. L. J. Nelson declines re-election after six years of service. Mr. Patterson, currently secretary, is expected to run. L. W. Woodrow and F. T. Motteler are both asked to consider running. Legislative action on capital punishment faces a likely bitter battle.
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L. J. Nelson
Nelson
Patterson
L. W. Woodrow
F. T. Motteler
Stories with Smiles and Quips Across a Gentle Parade of Puns
A collection of brief, humorous exchanges and witticisms trading on everyday situations. cartoons of a flower man, an inquisitive motorist, a waiter and a cautious customer tease wordplay about potatoes eggs and ham. Kate Douglas Wiggin is cited for a letter praising Marm Lisa and feeble minded inmates reading her book.
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Kate Douglas Wiggin
Peshastin Briefs Reflect Local Transfers and Rebounds
Peshastin notes include Wm Wilber traveling to Spokane after the death of a half brother and returning Monday Ed Bruyette reports quiet conditions on the Coast. Mrs Frank Maxfield nears recovery from Seattle operation Vera Maguire returns from Wenatchee. Rock cut slides slow traffic. Cashmere visitors retreat after attempting a Leavenworth dash.
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Wm. Wilber
Spokane
Ed Bruyette
Seattle
Frank Maxfield
Kuritsu Club
Bradley
Washington
Vera Maguire
Wenatchee
Rock Cut
Cashmere
Leavenworth
Peshastin
Church Services Schedule in Lutheran Parish
Sunday school at 9 45 with preaching scheduled for 10 45 at the Lutheran church providing morning worship and instruction.
Local Church Services and Socials Reported
Next Sunday schedule lists services at 10 and 11 with sermons on Suffering and What is Gain. Evening service at 7 30 with special music. Monday supper praised and evening meeting enjoyed. Church decor described as newly done and looking fine.
The Man With the Grouch letter to editor defended ranchers
A Leavenworth grocery buyer responds to a letter signed Rancher arguing ranchers are treated fairly by merchants. He cites paying ranchers 30 to 35 cents a dozen for eggs, 1.25 to 1.50 a sack for potatoes, and contrasts Seattle mail order pricing, local taxes, churches, and creamery subscribers. He defends local merchants and refutes the rancher stereotype.
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Leavenworth
Monitor
Cashmere
Wenatchee
Wenatchee Valley
Seattle
Sears, Roebuck
Card of Thanks for Kindness During Illness and Death
We thank friends and neighbors for kindness and help during our mother's sickness and passing. Special thanks to Mrs. Sharman and Mrs. O. S. Sampson.
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Sharman
O. S. Sampson
Thanks for kindness after our bereavement
Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Johnston express gratitude to friends and the Lutheran church congregation for sympathy and support during the sickness and death of two children. The note references a state capital relocation proposal and an editorial critique of a senator's family payroll earnings.
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Lutheran Church
C. C. Johnston
Lost and Found Ads In Business Paragraph Column
Notice invites readers to place ads for lost items found articles wanted to buy sell rent locate or get information in the Business Paragraph Column. Rates are ten cents a line for the first insertion and five cents a line after with a 25 cent minimum charge.
For Sale Ranch Team and Equipment in Peshastin
One good ranch team sorrel geldings weight about 2400 lbs. Mitchell wagon 234 in with double box good condition. 3 hp Hardie Power sprayer never used. Spring tooth barrow 12 inch Syracuse steel beam plow saddle pair of bob runners spring cutter and several tons baled timothy and alfalfa hay. Contact R. P. Gosslee Peshastin Washington.
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Mitchell
Syracuse
R. P. Gosslee
Timber lands and ranch near Monitor and Wenatchee for sale
Forty thousands feet of timber land offer five years of employment with net $5 000 yearly and ownership of a 640 acre stock ranch worth $10 000. Priced at $6 000 cash now. Ten miles from Monitor and nine miles from Wenatchee. For sale by Frank Dove Cashmere Wash. 8 9.
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Monitor
Wenatchee
Frank Dove
Cashmere
Wash
Stock for Sale at Briskey Place Near Icicle River
Four milk cows two fresh two good brood mares for sale see owner George W Briskey place near mouth of Icicle river mile and a half from Leavenworth stock includes cattle horses and milk cows ready for transfer.
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George W. Briskey
Icicle River
Leavenworth
At Odds With Yourself Ailments Point To Liver Sluggishness
Do you regulate living and feel at odds with the world while eating and sleeping well. Constipation headache nervousness and bilious spells signal a sluggish liver. The remedy is Dr Kings New Life Pills 25c at your druggist Bucklen Arnica Salve for skin eruptions. The salmon industry for 1915 will be the largest in its history.
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Dr. King
Bucklen
Notice to Creditors in Gordon Estate Washington Chelan
In the Superior Court of Washington Chelan county the administrator for Charles L Gordon deceased invites creditors and others with claims to present them with vouchers within twelve months from first publication. Address for claims is the administrator office in Leavenworth Washington. First published January 29 1915. Lu J Nelson administrator.
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State of Washington
Chelan County
Charles L. Gordon
Leavenworth
County of Chelan
Stop the Childs Colds with Dr Kings New Discovery
Advertisement urges guardians to treat children's colds with Dr Kings New Discovery. It claims the product stops colds and coughing, soothes irritation, relieves inflammation, and kills germs. It promotes a 50 cent bottle from local druggists and encourages immediate purchase.
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Deed H. Mayar
Julian Mayar
Leavenworth Echo
of Whitney
Buddie
Begonia
Congregational Church
The
Olympia
Hutchinson
Williams
Sherwin
Marnot
Rexpar
Scarnot
Mutual Mercantile Co
Echo Office
Blakely Dry Goods
Kathleen M. Scott Violin
Oxford
S. H. Delemater
Leavenworth, Wn
Life
S.H. Knowlton Proprietor
F.L. Coe
Tumwater Savings Bank
the Pioneer,Bank
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