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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1910
Page
5
Leaves Leavenworth every Monday and Friday at 9 a.m arriving Telma at 4 p.m. Leaves Telma every Tuesday and Saturday at 9 a.m arriving Leavenworth at 4 p.m. Mail passengers and express. For further particulars address Joe Massie proprietor Leavenworth Wash.
Leavenworth and nearby notes include visits by Fred Reeves of Wenatchee, Ada Bartlett and Minnie Shrader from Wenatchee, and residents reporting cold weather. Local commerce changes include Mahoney and Salick pool room sale to Geo Blacksedge, and Overland dining room plans under new management. Subpoenas in Fritz case bring J. D. Wheeler and others to Wenatchee. depot name change talks at Nason Creek to Cascade Gardens emerge.
Dr Hoxsey notes a birth at William Franklin's home and three more family diphtheria cases with others recovering. A girl born to Schilling's at D M Thomas Quality Grocer is reported. The switchmen plan another ball January 29 at the opera house. Minor injuries occur to M P Henshaw in Skykomish. Ketchel Johnson fight pictures delayed at Scenic Theater. Van Campen expects them in two weeks. Officers elected for Congregational church ladies aid. Adams couple to visit San Francisco Los Angeles Honolulu and Kansas before spring.
The Congregational church held its annual meeting on January 12. Reports from departments were approved and highlighted a doubling of membership in 1909, full payment of the pastor's salary, and interior improvements. Officers named include Trustees Nelson Hathaway McGivern Deacons Jones Searles Deaconess Mrs Walker treasurer Mrs Searles Clerk Frank McNett Sunday school superintendent Mrs Sylvester pianist Miss Bessie Walker.
The Degree of Honor lodge initiated five candidates at Tuesday night’s meeting and installed officers for the year including P. C. of H. Elsie Anderson C. of H. Nannie Sparks L. of H. Margaret Hegler C. of C. Minnie LaRue recorder Alice Marble financial secretary Ida Bauman treasurer Katie Hood L. N. Lina DeBlois I. W. Marie Gleaser O. W. Emma Searles.
The Leavenworth Rebekahs of Alpha lodge No 149 held an officer installation on Thursday. Corre sponding Secretary J H Hartman received a ring from Noble Grand Dora Daly. New officers included Nannie Sparks as Noble Grand and others across roles such as vice grand Kate Elmer and financial secretary Mabel Youcum.
Cascade Aerie No. 938 F O E installed its officers for the year with Deputy Grand President H E Carr as installation officer. Elected officers include W W Elmer president J G Fritz vice president R H Canfield chaplain G E Blacksedge secretary C E Hamilton treasurer Arthur Johnson conductor C Thompson inside guard J I Davis outside guard H E Carr R F Templin and Jas Coulson as trustees. A luncheon followed the ceremony with fellowship among members.
Mrs Angeline French aged 76 died after a months long illness on the 9th at her son F F French home in Peshastin. Born October 10 1833 she married Henry M Canfield May 26 1857 then to F French Oct 18 1858. She leaves four children from the first marriage and seven from the second, with four daughters and five sons surviving. Funeral was at the Peshastin church conducted by Rev J O Hawk and burial at Cashmere on the 11th.
A derailment between Wenatchee and Malaga on Tuesday night delayed traffic about twelve hours. No 4 passed Wenatchee shortly after six and, though initially reported off the track, only the engine left the rails. No cars overturned and no injuries. Two eastbound night trains were laid up until 10 a.m. Wednesday.
The Congregational church set morning sermons on The God of the Church and evening on The sin of Moses. Two accessions joined the church last Sabbath morning.
The M. E. Church asks Leavenworth Christians to help with ongoing meetings. Notable progress includes strong attendance and interest. Dr. O W Mintzer will preach Sunday night January 16. Epworth League to meet at 6 30 with topic How to hear God's voice. Sunday school reorganized with Henry Sauer re-elected superintendent.
The Congregational church hosts a tepee party tonight with violin solo, male quartet, Moonbeam Song, piano by Mrs. King, an Indian reading by Miss Mc Nett, and a talk by Louis Judge from Cashmere. Refreshments 15 cents. Irene Austin offers dancing and music lessons for children and beginners.
Mr. Austin took charge of the Over land Grill last week and plans a twelve o'clock dinner opening on Saturday after improvements. Known as a discerning restaurant man, he aims to run a first class spot and make the Overland the town’s most popular eating place.
Local movers include John A Love family moving up in the schoolhouse. Walter Mitchell from Brief Washington visits his uncle A L Mitchell and kin. Rev Davis spoke at Will McGiverns home. Mrs Hood of Leavenworth visits Mrs Bjork. David Ramsey and Mrs Jones wed in Wenatchee January 2 and plan to live on Eagle Creek. John Bjork leaves for Wenatchee to serve as juror in the superior court.
R P Wright wins a grand prize for fruit exhibits. Ellsworth France and L H Titchenal win fourteen prizes at the Colorado Apple exposition earning $550 cash and $250 premiums. Holden mine dispute settled with J H Holden gaining title over W S Denny. Wenatchee deputy sheriff salaries adjusted and district teachers meetings planned across Chelan County.
Property listings describe acres on Peshastin creek and Chiwawa river near railway access offering sale or trade options for Seattle property. Also notes social and theater promotions including a church event host and a theatre knife and fork giveaway starting January 30.
The town warns all dog owners who have not paid the 1910 license tax to visit City Marshal J. W. Teshera to pay and receive their metal tag. It cites Ordinance No 43 sections 5 and 10, detailing penalties for running at large, impoundment for 48 hours, potential sale or killing to defray costs, and posting of impounded dogs with disposal details at the town hall.
A boy begins training in the cigarmaker trade at the Heffernan's cigar factory as part of an apprenticeship program.
Nickell's Fine assortment sells candies nuts fruits and more. Three building lots near the school sold cheap through Echo office. Scenic Theatre adds Miss Oplistle pianist and Miss Kline singer for illustrated songs. Owl Creek coal promoted by Motteler. 160 acre Cashmere land near Davenport for sale. Edison Phonographs and Fireside machine at Nickell's. Dry wood or coal from Motteler. Leavenworth Steam Laundry delivers town service. Vienna Bakery agency.
Four rooms and attic on two lots with $100 down. Terms on balance. Contact M. Farmer at 314 Douglas St Wenatchee Washington. Advertisement notes whiskey as stimulant and Harper brand sale via J. G. Frits at the Bank Bar.
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