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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1921
Page
4
Public notice from Leavenworth Echo indicating post office mailing details and subscription price of 8.00 per year in advance. Communications addressed to The Leavenworth Echo.
The American Federation of Labor opposes delaying war powers. They reject a proposal to require a congressional referendum before war action. The piece argues a referendum would alert enemies and give them months to prepare while the U.S. waits for results.
An editorial summarizes a mother's work on a farm and in the home. It details meals baked preserves jars vegetables crops and fruit produced valued at about a year's worth of wages, yet she lacks a bank account or savings. The piece honors mothers who farm and domestically support families and the nation.
The quote highlights the importance of families to society. It notes that the spiritual contribution of each member cannot be measured, emphasizing duty across husbands, wives, sons, and daughters.
The United States sold 279 million silver dollars to Britain under the Pittman act to ease a silver famine in India, with certificates retired and Fed notes issued. Government purchases of silver now replace dollars, lifting domestic mining profits as foreign silver trades at about 38 cents per ounce.
The article argues gradual price declines are safer and less shocking for consumers than sharp drops. It notes people fear instability and that moves toward steadier pricing depend on producers and merchants agreeing on affordable ranges.
When expenses rise merchants can raise prices. public utilities such as electric, water, railroad or telephone firms must file a bill of particulars with a utilities commission to be permitted to raise rates.
Damon Runyon, a sports writer, opines that Carpentier seems “built up” and that he may present the easiest foe Dempsey has faced in years. The remark reflects boxing punditry on the heavyweight match prospects.
Eight thousand perch were planted in Fish lake near Cheney Washington. The perch are considered less desirable among northern water fish according to local notes, with a mention of the so called doesh.
The Indian population in Washington declined by 1837 people, a 0 percent change, from roughly 1916 to 1922. During the same period the Chinese population also fell by 346 people.
Deserters are being rounded up by authorities with a hard line stance. The policy demands no escape and implies punishment for those avoiding service. The rhetoric frames refusal to fight as forfeiting freedom and supports punitive labor as consequence.
The T. S. government purchased a British test airship named RAS which completed a 6.5 hour flight on June 24. The craft is planned to cross the Atlantic in an Ames AR Crew test mission.
Forty years have passed since the Tailraad train from the west entered Spoks over Pacific tracks. The city celebrated for weeks with a pomp, noting a thousand exiled residents. In those days the whites retained some rights guaranteed under the constitution.
Secretary Denby publicly reprimanded Admiral Sims for an improper speech given as a guest of the English Speaking Union in London. Sims reportedly admitted that he cut what he deserved, the same old thing, reflecting on the remarks.
Representatives from Associated Industries of Spokane urged the city commission to reduce common labor wages from five to four dollars daily. They argued that laborers are now available in large numbers for three dollars a day, and the council was told of potential savings.
The Forest Service announces bids for widening three and a half miles of the Blewett Pass road. Bids will be opened July 5. This work is in addition to ongoing Pass improvements.
Report predicts a cautious war with both men trained to perfection and a probable eight to ten round bout Dempr eV favored to win though Carpentier may surprise fans with sharp abilities amid high expectations.
Julie Eine Toykeman notes in the May Washington Alumnus that the regents acted wisely in rejecting the Metropolitan Bandline Company offer. The piece argues the state should trust University Regents in this long, consequential matter.
Report notes criticism that Governor Hart may have received a high priced state funded car and suggests other officials might have similar benefits. The article questions the truth of these claims and implies possible excess at state expense.
A fragmented excerpt critiques corporate power and public mistrust of corporations. It references longstanding views and evolving corporate control and behavior, noting tension between public interest and corporate actions.
Lievd George writes to De Valera and Sir James Creic inviting them to confer with Han y Uhr. The premier and Emeiish discuss an offer to bring a shot to Trent of the Irish croestion.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate the Palouse district faces extremely low wheat prices with mentions of per bushel costs and reduced yields. The text references Isbor and sare and hints at crop struggles and potential field promises, though details are unclear.
Fragmentary text discusses Samuel Gompers and the American labor movement, noting his potential positions and reactions to radical or conservative views. It references a speaker or observer quoted as critical of reforms and mentions a course of action and public commentary.
A garbled passage discusses unnamed individuals and seats in a national context. It mentions fear around presidential power and debts to states, with unclear references to Germany and potential investments. Overall, the text is unreadable and lacks verifiable specifics.
The text describes a struggle over feed and labor on the prairie with a leader seeking to secure control. It mentions a wary partnership, hunger, and a plan to trap others, reflecting tension between communities and authority.
The message calls for reducing taxes to the lowest possible level to restore a safe and sane economy. It argues that deep cuts are needed, that tax receipts will fall with cuts, and that trimming expenses and restrained funding are essential.
Fragmentary report notes state owns IR enctars last year and indicates an increase in numbers this year. Mentions purchases using lacid femids by state government officials and an estimated vehicle value about 14 dollars, with a $2800 sum cited for an operation. Details and names are unreadable.
Fragmentary report mentions a budget director and investigations into con cessional figures, referencing a number of musicians and unspecified misconduct. The readable portions are garbled and do not provide a coherent narrative or verifiable facts.
The readable fragments reference a state leader delivering a sermon at a state meeting in Golville and discuss themes of dissatisfaction with existing creations. The text also mentions speculative questions about times and conflicts and garbled mentions of wartime themes and various entities, but specifics are unclear.
Garbled text shows partial phrases about people, Cammins, hostel, cheers, and names like Gust and Barks Marcarme. Many words unreadable, making core facts unclear but suggesting a crowded scene with comments and hints of names.
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