Dismissal of Forester Pinchot Sparks Policy Split
The Ballinger Pinchot affair ends with President Taft firing Gifford Pinchot, signaling a clash over Roosevelt era conservation. Pinchot’s supporters praise his integrity and call for stronger reform, while critics blame Ballinger and corporate interests. The move is expected to clarify policy lines and provoke national debate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Pinchot
Roosevelt
Forestry Department
Pinchot
Europe
John
Timber
Miles C. Moore
Cunningham Coal Land Group
Taft
Ballinger
Strike on the Chewawa Tunnel Signals New Mining Era
Reports from J E Praul confirm a major strike in the Chewawa tunnel at Red Mountain district. Galena-rich ore may fetch $100 per ton and could place Chewawa in the shipping class. The discovery, near where estimates predicted ore, marks a potential development boom for Chelan county miners and investors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chewawa Lead and Smelting Co
Red Mountain District
Chewawa
J. E. Praul
Praul
Ellis
Red Mountain
Chelan County
Leavenworth Council Opens With Withdrawals and Debates
The 1910 Leavenworth council session features F. J. Brady withdrawing from mayoral contention after counsel notes possible court conflicts. New members face cautious votes on Franklin plat and street sign ordinances while fire limits spur near clashes. The treasurer’s annual report is read as the meeting adjourns.
New Year Promises Big Plans For Local Company Store
An open letter from the store pledges a prosperous year with clearer skies, better service, and a brighter merchandise line. It vows to remove stock, offer a deep price cutting sale, add an extra counter, and invite passersby to inspect bargains without pressure to buy.
City Considers Ice House Use and Bond Actions
Frank Yama seeks rent for old jail as ice house on private land and may move it. Ten months at 12.50 prepaid. Moon bond releases noted as Moon bondsmen freed. Town Treasurer Ander son bond 3500 with Losekamp and Carr as sureties received. Mayor to seek stove for council chambers. Hathaway leads committee for a large efficient stove. Weigand suggests hose cart 500 feet hose and replacement hoses. clerk to contact suppliers. Leavenworth Brass Band votes to disband. plan to reorg next Monday night with local musicians.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Yama
Yama
Moon Bridge
Moon
Anderson
F. A. Losekamp
H. E. Carr
Hathaway
Hathaway and McCoy
Weigand
Advertised Letters Remaining in Post Office 1910
Postmaster J C Davis notes uncalled for letters as of January 10 1910 including C M Burger Walter N Hartley Ed F Losh Ruth Bell Tate Warner Tate. Readers should call and say advertised when inquiring about these items.
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Burger
C M Hartley
Walter N Losh
Ed F Posten
Ruth Bell Tate
Warner
J.C. Davis
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Leavenworth Echo
Post Office
Leavenworth, Wash
Deed H. Mayar
Echo
Forester Pinchot
Galena
Norman Peterson
Victor Johnson
Charles Wescott
St. Paul
Leigh Faulkner
Everett
Esther Jones
Hilliard
Fern Emmerton
Avery
Idaho
Alice Hood
Alice Hewitt
May Harris
Supt
E. C. Bowersox
Leavenworth
J. C. Davis
United States Postal Service
Mr. Davis
Courts of Justice
Scenic Theatre
Miss Kline
F. J. Brady
King
Brady
Franklin
Nelson
Adams & Carr
Commercial Street
Carlquist
L. D
Graham
Bickmore
Leavenworth Market
Martin Christenson
Packing House
Emil Frank
Prop
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