Track Walker John Parsons Killed in Tumwater Canyon
The body of John Parsons, a Great Northern Railway track walker, was found on the Tumwater Canyon bank near the power plant. Authorities suspect drowning after a fall. $13 found on him and about $40 owed from the railroad company. Parsons, about 45, well known locally, had a drinking problem. Burial occurred the same day in the local cemetery.
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John Parsons
Great Northern Railway
Canyon
James
May
Wenatchee
Parson
Revolt Strikes Western Federation Miners at Butte
Reports reveal welfare funds from strikes were diverted to leaders with salaries and expenses totals for Frank J. Hayes John P White John McLennan John R Lawson E L Doyle William Diamond and Mother Jones. A new Washington State Automobile Association plans to boost good roads and motorist protections with AA A backing and broad early membership.
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Western Federation of Miners
Butte
Montana
Michigan
Colorado
Trinidad
Chronicle-News
Frank J. Hayes
John P. White
John McLennan
John R. Lawson
E. L. Doyle
William Diamond
Jones
Notice to water users boil water for drinking
City health officer urges all residents to boil water for drinking and cooking until further notice due to possible contamination after a source change last month. J. Stillson Judah, City Health Officer, issues the precaution.
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J. Stillson Judah
Millions of Trout for Chelan Co Streams
Chelan county streams are expected to attract many anglers for years. A new hatchery costing over 6000 dollars will distribute about 2,000,000 trout fry annually, with half the output allocated to the county. Fishermen report strong sport in Chewawa Wenatchee and Lake Wenatchee areas and perch in Fish Lake near Lake Wenatchee.
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Scheble
Chelan County
Chewawa
Wenatchee
Lake Wenatchee
Isaac Walton
Icicle
Fish Lake
What is a kilowatt explanation from an old newspaper
An excerpt humorously questions the nature of a kilowatt and how electricity is billed. It explains measuring electricity through meters and costs while noting the unseen nature of kilowatts and the confusion surrounding what they are and how they are produced. The tone reflects a skeptical reader’s guide.
Red Mountain road improved by local volunteers
The Chewawa river and Red Mountain road, long neglected, are repaired to good condition for auto travel. Joe Massie organized the effort, aided by donations from numerous citizens, with five days of work using two teams and a grader. The effort spans from the Lake Wenatchee fork to Rock Creek.
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Joe Massie
Massie
Lake Wenatchee Road
Rock Creek
Wm. Wilson
Sam Stroud
Lozier Bros
Louis Snider
L. F. Pitschow
L. C. Brender
J. E.,tho
Engineer Ed Lenz Injured Jumping From Freight Caboose
Edward Lenz a noted Great Northern engineer sustained a broken collar bone last Friday morning after leaping from a freight train caboose near his home. He was en route to Leavenworth for a regular run and received treatment from Dr. Culp. Lenz previously piloted the first passenger train from Oroville to Wenatchee on the opening of the up river line July 1.
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Edward Lenz
Great Northern
Lenz
Leavenworth
Culp
Oroville
Wenatchee
Eighteenth Annual State Federation Meeting Ends
The Cashmere based member Mrs. Brooks elected trustee at the eighteenth annual State Federation of Women's Clubs meeting. Resolutions urged prohibition of millinery birds, indigenous plantings, and protection of birds, support for the University of Washington women building, and state aid for women’s agriculture and economics work. Calls for naturalization law revision, national song flag, prohibition, and school vocational training.
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Brooks
Cashmere
Harry Krollipfeiffer
C. C. Brown
Everett
University of Washington
Congress
Federation
Chelan Sportsmen Buy Rights To Fish And Hunt In 1914
The Wenatchee World reports Chelan sportsmen have more rights purchases for 1914 than in 1913 by 625. Auditor receipts are expected to rise sharply, and fines exceed last year as authorities tighten enforcement with Inspector Ross Watson directing the effort. Fish and game hogs keep hidden and silent about any catches.
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Chelan
Wenatchee World
Ross Watson
Alaska Railroad Bill Promises Vast Capital For Development
Cordova mining man D A McKenzie predicts 100 million dollars of capital spent in the next year for Alaska development and a population of 500 000 in ten years. He cites agricultural potential once the Panama Canal opens drawing farmers from northern Europe. Joseph Gangler attends Group 1 State Bankers Association meeting in Wenatchee as secretary treasurer.
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Alaska
D. A. McKenzie
Cordova
National
Europe
Jos. Gangler
Wenatchee
The
State Bankers’ Association
Mr. Gangler
Peshastin Road To Be Regraded With Gravel
County Engineer Fred A. Warren met with Peshastin road district leaders and a small committee to plan improvements on the south end of Permanent Highway No. 3 at the Peshastin bridge. With 2000 in treasury and hopes for 1000 more, eight inches of gravel will be laid to ease mud in wet weather and dust in dry periods. Work began with grading to smooth the worst stretch between Wenatchee and Leavenworth.
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Peshastin Bridge
Wenatchee
Leavenworth
Skookum Brand Seen as Key to Northwest Apple Marketing
Reginald H. Parsons of Hillcrest Orchards and North Western Fruit Exchange argues for a single branded “Skookum” label to unify marketing of standard grades. He says a trade name builds trust, broadens advertising reach, and reduces waste from competing local brands, urging growers to cooperate for greater distribution and profits.
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Reginald H. Parsons
Hillcrest Orchards
Rogue River Valley
Northwestern Fruit Exchange
Northwest
Parsons
Echo Ad Offers Fast Local Buy and Sell Service
A brief classified note invites readers to place an Echo ad to sell or trade items quickly. The service promises simple placement and fast results for local buyers and sellers.
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Echo
Leavenworth Share Noted in Chelan County Apportionment
The July apportionment of state and county funds to Chelan county schools totals 10 255 19 with the state share 4 698 27 and county 5 556 92. Distribution across districts includes Leavenworth 980 25, Wenatchee 3901 68, Cashmere 1189 90, and additional districts such as Chelan 825 09 and Malaga 287 46. This allocation exceeds the previous two apportionments which were below average.
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Chelan County
Chelan
Lakeside
Monitor
Entvat
Beacon Hill
Leivenworth
Cashmere
Wenatchee
Malaga
Washington State Automobile Association Forms
The Washington State Automobile Association formed to boost good roads and fair legislation for motorists and non owners. Affiliated with the AAA, the group aims to protect motorists’ interests and begins with thousands of members. Chairman A G Batchelor explained the need for roads linking busy farm country and traffic arteries.
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Washington State Automobile Association
Automobile Association of America
A. G. Batchelder
The
America
A. G. Batchelor
Olson Leads Reform at Washington State Reformatory
Donald B. Olson of Seattle became superintendent at the Monroe state reformatory this year and introduced an honor system and self governing influence. Inmates have more trust placed on them than at any comparable institution, with strong support from H. R. King of Seattle, president of the Board of Managers, and the board.
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Washington
Monroe
Donald B. Olson
Seattle
Brotherhood
Olson
H. R. King of
Board of Managers
Meeting Sets Plan for Chelan County Highway Fund
Tomorrow at 2 pm in Wenatchee commercial club rooms officials discuss raising funds to build Chelan county's 18 miles of Cascade Scenic Highway. County aims to spend 5000 dollars this year and have the road open next year for Panama Pacific Exposition visitors.
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Commercial Club
Wenatchee
Chelan County
King County
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Chelan CO
Red Mountain
Chewawa River
Grand Army of the Republic
Puget Sound
Detroit
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Cashmere Cubs
Dugdale
Giants
Apple Town
Waterville
Tealy Raymond
Pep
Board of Regents
Ed Lenz
Women’s Federation
0. M. Brooks
Raymond
the State Federation of Women’s Clubs
Peshastin
Fred A. Warren
Peshastin Road
J. W. Sus
Skookum
Automobile Owners Form Organization
Tion
Washington State
Automo
Automobile Association
the State Reformatory
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