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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1912
Page
4
Supreme court rules relatives of a murdered man may sue the killer for damages, but the murderer’s heirs cannot. The widow of John R. Rinker sued Otis Weedin’s estate. Weedin died soon after the alleged slaying and the lower court’s dismissal was upheld.
For soreness of the muscles whether from violent exercise or injury there is scealstron Saeed than Chamberlain's Liniment. This liniment also relieves rheumatic pains. For sale by King's City Drug Store.
A narrative tribute to a leader described as a man shaped by earth and wind. The poem likens him to the red soil and rocks, praising his steadiness, justice, and kingly bearing from prairie cabin to capitol. It depicts his steadfastness during upheaval and his lasting impact.
A historical analysis notes billions in unclaimed bank balances and dividends, with figures from the Bank of England and Scottish banks, plus causes like multiple accounts and lost heirs. It cites London’s Law Courts funding from ownerless money and pensions for clerks’ widows, ending with a drug ad inserted in the piece.
Salt Lake City officials adopt bitulithic pavement after a thorough investigation and award the contract. The choice has the approval of property owners and citizens, with bitulithic pavement noted for its durability under heavy traffic and varied climates.
A Maine campaign anecdote describes a dry speaker likened to Seattle mayor George F. Cotterill. At a Wiscasset meeting he used two geraniums to contrast water and alcohol, concluding with a heckler who quipped he would stay with water if he were a geranium.
An old advertorial promotes Dr King Life Pills claiming new strength fine complexion pure breath and cheerful spirits for women. The copy urges purchase at druggists with a price of 25 cents and notes butter wrappers at the Echo office.
A claim that 120 pounds of bone and muscle need health and strength to rule a kingdom, enhanced by Electric Bitters. The ad cites Eliza Pool of Depew Oklahoma praising the medicine for fainting, dizziness, weakness, nervousness, backache, and fatigue. Available for 50 cents, guaranteed by druggists.
Classified notice announces manifold typewriter paper available at The Echo Office. Item described as suitable for office use with standard weight and finish. Customer seeking quick sale.
The Superior Court of Washington Chelan County grants a foreclosure sale action by The Leavenworth State Bank against John Q Gilbert Edwina A Gilbert M F Gilbert Elizabeth Gilbert and Anna Zinkey. A sale is set for August 8 1912 at 2 p.m. at the Chelan County Court House Wenatchee to satisfy a 3489.80 judgment with 10 percent interest plus 150 attorney fees and 13.40 costs. The property excludes Anna Zinkey and includes Ideal Orchard Tracts Peshastin blocks and related parcels.
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