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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1905
Page
2
The Leavenworth Echo lists its status as a second class post and credits DEED H MAYAR as editor and proprietor. It notes weekly Friday issuance and a $1 annual subscription in advance while urging readers to address communications to the paper. It questions whether wealth donations to religious and educational institutions can appease a wrathful deity.
The Methow Valley News reports a promoter group is evaluating the feasibility of a Methow valley railroad. L H Blanton, who surveyed the route three years ago, leads the proposal.
Consumers note a million dollar donation by Joan D Rockefeller to Harvard University. The report links oil price increases to these gifts, suggesting a regular pattern of price moves following notable philanthropy.
In a call for a town park Leavenworth residents are urged to buy ten acres for a public park and recreation area. The piece notes over one hundred dollars spent on a temporary ball ground near the railroad last year and argues less than five hundred dollars could secure land and fencing for a permanent park.
A harsh opinion laments sympathy for the fallen Senator Mitchell, calling him a thief who took money prohibited by law. The writer condemns the sentimentality, equates the crime with stealing, and argues honesty in high places must be promoted by rejecting such pity.
The article denounces a prevailing sentiment praising the senator's fall and argues such diseased views undermine respect for law and may foster crime. It emphasizes that punishment should be just and not influenced by a culprit's life condition.
G A R veterans from Wenatchee and Cashmere attend the funeral. Lamb-Davis Lumber Co box mill running overtime on a rush order from the east. G H Moore and wife toured Seattle. Mrs Moore to remain with friends briefly. Mr and Mrs P M Long and father left for Everett then Portland to visit the fair. Mr and Mrs J K White of Albia Iowa visited Howell Ralston. Mrs White is Ralston’s sister. B C Peters returned from Wenatchee with an injunction to allow canal work to proceed. M Morrison funeral held at Hall's parlors. Morrison nearly 90, longtime valley resident. Dr Charles W Denning Spokane U S Inspector examined local sheep. Ten cars to Chicago market today. H C Peters returned from Seattle. Cascade Orchards ditch progress noted and irrigated lands near Leavenworth discussed.
About twelve to fifteen couples surprised Mr and Mrs S D Bliss by arriving at their home without notice. They helped themselves to moveable goods, danced to music by Bliss and Adams, and joined in an old time Virginia Reel before refreshments. The guests wished the couple happiness wherever they settle next.
Hon Thos E Watson of Georgia begins a new magazine after his 1912 presidential bid. Readers are urged to subscribe at 10c retail or $1 yearly by mail, and to ask dealers for Tom Watson's Magazine. Subscriptions payable to 121 West 42d St. NYC.
Wanted. Salesmen and salesladies in this and adjoining territory to represent and advertise the wholesale department of an old established commercial house of solid financial standing. Staple line. Salary 33.50 per Ger, paid weekly. With expenses advanced direct from head quarters. Horse and buggy furnished when necessary. We furnish every thing. Position permanent. Address The Columbia House 630 Monon Bldg Chicago Il. 3:27
The Lamb-Davis Lumber Co offers a large supply of Pennsylvania blacksmiths coal at a reasonable price. Contact for availability and pricing details.
Harriet Howard of New York describes years of salt rheum or eczema cured by Bucklen’s Arnica Salve. The salve is praised as a quick healer for cuts and burns and is advertised with a 25 cent price at Leavenworth Drug Store.
N M Buling sues Benicia A Milliken Frances Milliken Sadie Milliken Frederick Milliken Ray Milliken and others to quiet title to Chelan County Washington property described as northwest quarter of northeast quarter of the southwest quarter in section 33 township 23 range 20 BE with 15 set off south side. No money judgment sought. Attorneys Dill and Thomas Wenatchee Washington.
United States Land Office Waterville Washington July 6 1905 notice of sworn statement for timber land purchase in Chelan Leavenworth with claim number 4 for sections 18 and 24 township 13 range 4. public proof to show timber value over agriculture. examination set before U S Commissioner J F Snore September 15 1905 in Leavenworth. list of witnesses. adverse claims invited by September 16 1905. first publication July 14 1905 last Sept 15 1906.
Department of the Interior Land Office at Waterville Washington announces Hilemon W Otis has filed for final proof on homestead entry No 9194 for section 22 township 24 north range 18 west. Proof will be made before U S Commissioner J K Shore at Leavenworth Washington on August 5 1905. Witnesses: William Wright Samuel P Beecher Charles A Wright and Charles W Gibos all of Peshastia Washington. Registered MALLOY.
In the Superior Court of Wast Io the Estate of Thomas Armour Deceased Katie Armour is appointed administratrix and creditors must present claims with vouchers within one year at Lewis J Milson attorney Leavenworth Washington. Dated and published July 1905.
A business house and lot offered for sale near the L. W. Bloom residence. The property pays 20 percent yearly on the asking price. See D. H. Mayar for details.
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