Snow Depth Records and Railway Disruptions Across Cascade Region
The article notes heavy early winter snowfall, with 30 inches in the local area from Dec 29 and up to 14 feet at Cascade tunnels, causing 48 hours of train stoppages. It cites the Wellington disaster as a trigger for railway snow protection and mentions district formation ideas for Wenatchee river areas and nearby valleys.
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Cascade Mountains
Merritt
Great Northern
Wellington
Cascade Tunnel
Fixing autos to limit speed eyed by lawmakers
A proposed law would require cars sold in the state to be geared to a maximum speed. Backed by good roads advocates and farmers, the plan aims to curb road damage from speeding with a 30 mph cap, supported by a prominent farmer.
County Good Roads Group Debates County Association Plan
Wenatchee hosted a gathering of county road enthusiasts last Friday to discuss forming a county good roads association. The group plans to present road building matters to the county board and to divide duties among members.
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County Good Roads Association
Wenatchee
Merritt Plans $50,000 Hotel Linked to Cascade Highway
Merritt financier Merritt H B Smith predicts early completion of the Cascade Scenic Highway pending legal clearances and plans a $50,000 hotel and summer resort. A trail will connect to nearby lakes, with travel expected May to December each year. He views the highway as a future major trans state route attracting national attention.
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H. B. Smith
Merritt
Wenatchee
United States
Road funding totals exceed ten million in two years
The state highway commissioner reports over $10,200,708.73 spent on road improvements in the past two years by state, counties, federal government, and railroads. The state tax commission levied a half mill for state highways and a one mill for permanent highways, returning to counties in proportion to their contributions. About $10,000,000 has been expended on roads and bridges in Washington in the last two years.
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State Tax Commission
Washington
Seven States With 13 000 Foot Peaks Highlighted
The United States Geological Survey notes three states exceed 14 000 feet with Mount Whitney Mount Massive Mount Ebert and Mount Rainier. Wyoming Utah New Mexico and Nevada also boast peaks above 13 000 feet.
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United States Geological Survey
California
United States
Alaska
Colorado
Massive
Ebert
Washington
Mount Rainier
Wyoming
Utah
New Mexico
Nevada
County Pays Off Big Bond in Chelan County History
County Treasurer C A Battles paid 10000 to Columbia Valley Bank and took up a 20000 bond issued when Chelan County organized in 1892. Bond signed by Conrad Rose C J Trow and H A Graham as first county officials. This clears all but 16000 of a joint bond with Kittitas County due in 1915.
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C. A. Battles
Columbia Valley Bank
Conrad Rose
Chelan County
C. J. Trow
H. A. Graham
Kittitas County
How to Bankrupt the Doctors
How to Bankrupt the Doctors. A prominent New York physician mte: "If it were not for the thin stock in thin soled shoes worn by women the one would probably be bankrupt." When you contract a cold do not wait for it to develop into yaneneale, but treat it at once. Cham ore Song Remedy is intended especi ally for coughs and colds, and has won a regeliaion by is a" of these diseases. It is most effectual and is pleasant and safe to take. For sale by all dealers.-Adver tisement.
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New York
Farmers Ranchers and Fruit Growers Column
The Echo urges Chelan county farmers to subscribe and contribute weekly notes and experiences in agriculture. Paid subscribers may place up to five lines for selling buying or exchanging goods to connect buyers and sellers at no extra cost, saving dollars over the year.
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Chelan County
Gossip and slander harm communities and reputations
The piece condemns gossip and slander as social evils that hurt both targets and gossips. It notes political tensions over Philippine policy, hints at a Wilson presidency threat to U S control, and predicts public backlash against anti imperial moves. It closes praising James J Hill as a lifelong business luminary.
Electric Bitters Praise From Lewisburg Customer
C B Rader of Lewisburg West Virginia thanks Electric Bitters for curing a ten year struggle with stomach trouble and rheumatism. He praises the tonic for dyspepsia indigestion and kidney poisons. Every bottle guaranteed satisfaction and priced at 50 cents at all druggists.
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C. B. Rader
Lewisburg
W. Va
Meeting of Congregational Church Members Elects Trustees
At a weekly meeting the Congregational church elected A L Mitchell M G Jones and F S Searles as trustees for the year. Mrs Hathaway was chosen clerk and Mrs I Williams treasurer. A petition by Mr H S McNett raised about 100 dollars for the pastor's salary and church expenses. Rev. Davis will remain after friends urged him to stay.
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Congregational Church
A. L. Mitchell
M. G. Jones
F. S. Searles
Hathaway
Inez Williams
H. S. McNett
Rev. Davis
Restoration to Entry of Lands in Wenatchee Forest
Public notice of 87.08 acres in Wenatchee National Forest Washington subject to settlement and entry under homestead laws. Lands listed across sections in T 24 N R 19 E and adjacent tracts with designated applicants and net areas, dates, and approval by S V Proudfit on Dec 28 1912.
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National Forest
Wenatchee National Forest
Washington
United States
United States Land Office
Waterville
W. M
W. B. Hale
Leavenworth
P.O. Box
Alonzo Black
Merritt
Nason Creek
J. A. Gill
Reynolds
Charley H. Roberts
North Bend
Benjamin Benton
20Th Avenue
N. E
Seattle
V. Proudfit
General Land Office
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Deed H. Mayar
Julian Mayar
Leavenworth Echo
Echo
Wenatchee River
Cashmere
Lake Wenatchee
Chumstick Valley
Entiat Valley
Lake Chelan
Malaga
Waitsburg
Philippines
Wilson
Democratic Party
Japan
England
Germany
Journal
Kent
James J. Hill
Great Northwest
Mr. Hill
J. J. Hill
Meeting of
Congregational Church Members
Koerner’s Pharmacy
Ares
Leavenworth State Bank
Field
Leavenworth Furniture & Hardware Co
Mutual Mercantile Co
The
Tumwater Light & Water Co
J. E. Grant
Roach Brothers
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