Swapping German Trade Devil for Japanese Witch
The Leavenworth Echo discusses Japan replacing Germany as a supplier of cheap manufactured goods. It notes Japan’s use of German methods, rapid trade growth, reliance on cheap labor, and dependence on foreign raw materials. The piece argues for tariffs to protect American workers while warning of the risks in a shifting world market.
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Japan
Germany
Echo
East
India
China
Peace Congress
Republican Party
President’s Adoption Test of Party Loyalty Debate
The U S Senate debate on adopting the peace treaty runs days with Democrats largely in favor and some Republicans also backing adoption. Observers say passage without changes needs two thirds and accuse opponents of partisanship. Wilson had urged voters to reject Democratic congressmen hostile to his key measures.
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United States
Senate
Wilson
League of Nations
Wilson Weaves The Charm Of Words In League Debate
The piece praises President Wilson’s eloquence while noting disagreement over his league of nations concept. It argues his rhetoric and diplomacy offer a graceful gift amid criticisms and unresolved global issues.
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Wilson
League of Nations
Soldier Back to the Land and the Indian Magazine
Howard Blankenship an auto expert in the Second Division of the army in France sends The Echo a copy of The Indian a magazine from his division The editorial calls for government aid to help soldiers start anew or they will not pursue farming due to lack of funds and the lure of a lonely farm life.
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Howard Blankenship
Army of Occupation
France
The
Echo
Will Bore for Oil Near Prosser North of Town
Farmers north and east of Prosser report leasing land to J M Thorpe and associates a Texas oil company based in Fort Worth. They claim drilling will start within three months and that if no oil is found the wells will be left in a condition to provide a domestic water supply. The area lies on the south slope of the Rattlesnake hills six to 12 miles away.
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Prosser
J. M. Thorpe and Associates
Texas Oil Company
Fort Worth
Mr. Thorpe
Rattlesnake Hills
New York Office Formed to Sell Emergency Fleet Fleet
The United States Shipping Board establishes an New York office to auction the entire 2424 ship fleet owned by the Emergency Fleet Corporation.
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The
United States Shipping Board
New York
Emergency Fleet Corporation
Leavenworth Seeks Bids for School Gymnasium Project
Notice to contractors calls for sealed bids by July 30 1919 for erection of a gymnasium and community building at Leavenworth Public Schools plus plumbing heating and electrical work. Plans by Marshall A Dean available for 5 dollar return deposit. 5 percent certified bid bond required. Board may reject any or all bids.
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Leavenworth
Wash
Leavenworth Public Schools
Marshall A. Dean
Wenatchee
Marshal A. Dean
Board of Directors
Superintendent of Schools
High School Bldg
M. Rumohr
Col Hall Show Brings Two Performances To Town
Refined atmosphere marks Col Hall show featuring Prof Frank E Hall and his pony and dog troupe along with monkeys goats gymnasts and acrobats. Mrs Frank E Hall presents Baby Louise an elephant. Mlle Roberts headlines with air acts praised as the Queen of the Air. Free outside exhibition on the grounds. Rain or shine, Wednesday July 30.
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Frank E. Hall
Louise
Mlle. Roberts
Yates Buys Marble Place In Leavenworth Area
Mrs. D. C. Town announces the sale of the Marble place on the north side of the track to Phil Yates. Town, a veteran real estate and rental agent, notes the market recovery and urges private ownership policy for shipping. July 25 policy comment supports a booming lumber and coastal shipping future.
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D. C. Town
United States Shipping Board
Congress
For Sale residences and farm property ads
Classified ads list multiple sales including a modern five room residence on Commercial street with bath and cellar for 2200 dollars half cash required by Deed H Mayor. Also a modern eight room house with full basement barn garage 27 bearing fruit trees berries four lots corner part cash balance on time by Paul Weigand. A team of horses with wagon and harness weight 2000 by J H Sharp. A modern bungalo six rooms bath fireplace built in features full basement laundry trays furnace fine lawn on good street by A Lindblom Leavenworth Washington.
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Commercial Street
Paul Weigand
Good Street
A. Lindblom
Leavenworth
Wash
It’s Cheaper To Buy Than To Build In Leavenworth Homes
Real estate ad argues building costs have doubled since before the war and urges buyers to purchase now. Prominent listings include a $2,600 six‑room modern house with rental income, a $800 four‑room plastered home, and a $3,000 six‑room house with large lots and garage, all on favorable terms.
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Leavenworth
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Leavenworth, Wash
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Col. Geo. W. Hall
Phil Yates
Marble
Mission St
Buck Range
J. E. Atkinson
M. A. Peters
Plain
J. H. Sharp
Echo Office
Great Northern Lumber Co
W. C. Roach
Prop
Rainier
So Andso
Merriam Additions
the Mutual Mercantile Co
Sporting Goods
Mutual Mercantile Company
Elliott Realty Co
Echo Bldg
F. A. Sinclair, Pres
Leavenworth State Bank
J. B. Adams
R. B. Field
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