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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1919
Page
1
Local rail workers expect a brick or concrete roundhouse for thirty to forty mallet locomotives. Plans reportedly ready near city eastern limits with yard tracks to be extended toward the Chumstick. Vice President Gruber cited as having mentioned possible construction during the coming summer.
In Seattle about 30 000 ship workers remain on strike with no settlement in sight. Efforts for a referendum on a general strike proceed while wage demands aim for 8 7 and 6 dollars for mechanics helpers and laborers. No riots reported as tensions rise between workers and employers.
The remains of Mrs. Chas Johnson, who died at Providence hospital in Seattle, arrived here and were interred in the local cemetery. She had been in failing health, on the Coast for treatment for a dropsical condition. She leaves a husband, five sons, and an eight day old girl not expected to live. Mr Johnson plans to return to Leavenworth to resume railroad work.
The sclons at Olympia back a senate memorial to Congress demanding a $300 bonus for every soldier and sailor who served in the war against Germany and allowing them to keep their uniforms.
A report indicates lawmakers may reconvene for an extra session on May 20 to handle unfinished business. The article notes anticipated duties and possible legislative items awaiting action by the House and Senate.
Wenatchee Valley fruit trade reports more than 7500 carloads of apples shipped, with an average of twelve carloads daily still moving. Prices for top varieties run at 2.50 to 2.60 per box amid strong demand. The past year proves profitable for growers, and outlook remains bright for the coming year.
A critical piece argues President Wilson assumes autocratic powers at the Paris peace talks. It compares him to an imperial ruler and prime minister, notes his self appointment, and contrasts his stance with Lloyd George, calling the behavior dictatorial and out of step with republican norms.
War department announces all of the 91st division to be rushed home as ships become available, signaling a rapid redeployment as the war progresses. Priority units will depart first with transport limited by vessel availability.
A bill introduced in the legislature seeks a substantial raise for county officials. The measure targets pay increases across departments, signaling a push to adjust compensation amid budget considerations and cost of living concerns.
Catherine Breshskovskaya known as the grandmother of the Russian Revolution arrived in Seattle aboard the Kama Maru. She arrived with Miss Helen Stuart Dudley and met a Seattle Bohemian National Alliance delegation. She spoke of aiding 4 million Russian orphans and 8 million illiterates and criticized Bolsheviks while praising Kerensky and a cooperative movement. She planned to travel to Washington and Boston after Seattle.
The first significant disruption hit yesterday when a washout on the west slope delayed trains about twelve hours. Officials fear schedules will be off for days as floods strain rail operations along the Index route.
Tom Parish of Cashmere, known in Leavenworth, is appointed County Superintendent of Construction by the County Commissioners. He will oversee all road and bridge work in the county and is praised as a fit choice. Petitions circulate in Wenatchee to raise the flu threat, while Wenatchee schools have not opened and there has been no school day yet.
A Seattle wedding license was issued Monday to Andy Anderson and Miss Catherine Nachbain, with the bride formerly a nurse at Leavenworth hospital.
County Agricultural Agent Wm Meikle of Wenatchee reports the government sells Nitrate of Soda to farmers for 81 per ton on board cars at Pacific coast points. Including freight the price near 90 a ton, about 35 to 40 cheaper than retail. Quick action advised as supply is limited with application blanks available from the local post office.
Business leaders urge moving the Western Union telegraph office from the depot to a location near the business district. Current setup has depot staff attending to telegrams, causing delays up to ten hours in delivery and long waits for customers.
The article outlines the new income tax law and its implications. It encourages readers to study the conditions and become familiar with how the changes affect individual filings and withholding.
Mrs Art Franklin, summoned to Seattle by illness and death of her sister Mrs Johnson, was badly burned on the face when a coal oil stove she tried to light flared up during her visit.
The Tidewater Mill Company announces a new mill valued at $200,000 will begin operation within the next month. The project signals a boost to local industry and employment as workers prepare the site and machinery for production.
John Gellatly of Wenatchee introduces a house bill to modify horticultural law allowing growers to market better grade cull apples. The plan lets slightly blemished fruit be sold in standard crates with slatted sides and Cull apples lettering. Senator Ferryman to push the measure in the senate.
Postmaster Hamilton contemplates joining Bolsheviks or another group to gain shorter hours. He currently arrives at 7 a.m. to prepare mail for 8 a.m. distribution and remains until 9:30 p.m. to complete outgoing mail. He favors a rule allowing a one hour later opening, citing harsh winter conditions and the few people inconvenienced.
Leavenworth reports very little snow with under eight inches on the ground. Ten days of near constant rain followed two six inch snowfalls that melted quickly. A preceding week of zero temperatures adds to the unusual conditions and the future weather remains uncertain.
A bill before the state legislature would raise Ford owners license tax from $5 to $12.50 this year, a 150 percent increase. The extra money would be used to finance new road and highway construction.
The Leavenworth State Bank recently installed an improved manganese burglar proof safe protected by a burglar proof electric alarm vault and a safe inside the vault, indicating enhanced robbery precautions.
Empey performs his war book at the Scenic Theatre on January 27 and 28 with tickets at 25 and 40 cents no war tax. Mrs C Harding travels to Seattle, returning soon, her son William recently at Ft Worden and now in hospital awaiting possible operation. Work starts soon on Spokane terminal elevator and flour mill with 1,000,000 bushel capacity.
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