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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1922
Page
6
Home management expert M M Lawrence urges heat saving methods. She cites the fireless cooker to avoid midday kitchen heat, oil, electric and gas stoves, pressure cookers for quicker meals and canning, electric or gas irons, and labor saving tools to reduce heat and effort in summer tasks.
The Washington State Federation of Labor in Bremerton rejected ties with the Farmer-Labor Party after a heated, critical convention. Speakers attacked the organization while the federation debated alignment, ultimately voting two to one against cooperation.
Land Commissioner C V Sadivge will hold meetings in damaged crop areas to reassure farmers they will not be penalized for this season's losses. The state cannot grant sweeping favors but will avoid harsh enforcement and harassment. Timber land sale demand may require extra appraisers for October sale while overall timber land asks stay high.
Under the 1921 law the American flag must be shown at all polling places for September primaries and November elections. Election supply officers must ensure flags are provided.
Guy Marriner a pianist born in New Zealand will perform with the Steelman Marriner Taylor Company. His rising fame comes from NZ and Australia where his playing attracted attention. This is his second tour of the Pacific Coast states this summer.
A Manchester Guardian note recalls Benjamin Franklin's habit of cold air baths in London during his American envoy years. Franklin rose early, sat unclothed for up to an hour, read or wrote, and sometimes slept again afterward, claiming the practice improved rest and was not painful despite his age of sixty two.
A Kansas City Star note describes two garter traditions. First, the groom’s party at breakfast takes the bride’s garter and shares fragments among guests. Second, the German imperial custom sent thirteen pairs to the wedding, one pale blue silk pair with diamond clasps kept for luck, others distributed to nobles and attendees, with museum copies displayed.
An older man voices a preference for sound judgment over wealth for his daughter's husband. The suitor counters that his prudence and cleverness secured Grace's acceptance of him despite his ordinary means. The exchange highlights mutual respect and class concerns.
In Chelan County Superior Court Great Northern Lumber Company sues Edward Meeker and unknowns to foreclose on a Certificate of Delinquency 3371 issued Dec 11 1920 for 1918 taxes totaling 4.83 with penalties interest and costs. Property described as Lots 5 and 9 in Section 26 Township 27 North Range 17 EWM. Taxes paid 1919 1920 1921 totaling 18.58. interest 12 percent. First publication July 7 1922. Service via Sumner LeBeck Wenatchee.
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