Leavenworth Echo Publication Details
Issued every Friday the Leavenworth Echo states subscription costs 1.50 dollars per year in advance and directs all communications to its offices.
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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1912
Page
2
Issued every Friday the Leavenworth Echo states subscription costs 1.50 dollars per year in advance and directs all communications to its offices.
The city council took no definite action on the water issue at Tuesday’s meeting. The paper has long supported municipal ownership and securing pure water via public systems. A proposed purchase of Tumwater Light and Water Co for 45 000 is debated due to railroad water rights and irrigation contracts. The next council meeting on March 12 may decide.
In a recent Seattle mayoral primary the two daily papers showed clear editorial lines. Supporters of one candidate drew strength from the press while the rival faced a strong public opposition reflected in votes.
The Post-Intelligencer editor attacks Roosevelt era reform ideas like initiative recall and impeachment, arguing against changing the constitution and fearing voters' judgment while condemning recall of judges as a dangerous political move. The piece contrasts Roosevelt's civic boasts with concerns over judicial recalls and the impeaching process.
John E Shipman of Seattle visits this week for Vance Mining to exploit large ore deposits on Icicle river. Allan Epps leads major holdings and Great Northern representatives study a branch line to the mines. Ore quality confirmed with over 10 000 tons on the dump assay better than 50 dollars per ton.
Quotes from the press discuss mayoral candidates including Cotterill Parish and Perley. The Seattle Star is noted for influence and for backing Cotterill while the Post-Intelligencer backs Parish. The item references media impact and a Socialist quip about the ship’s captain amid newspaper commentary.
Lamb-Davis Lumber Co. plans to reopen its large mill on Monday after a six month shutdown. The operation will run continuously through next winter with over two hundred workers in the sawmill box factory and planer and an estimated payroll around $20 000 monthly. Koerner's pharmacy features a striking window display by Geo Wedell. Front street merchants note window displays draw customers and expect more attractive storefronts.
J B Violette had an operation in Wenatchee last Saturday. The procedure was reported successful though recovery is expected to take several weeks.
King's City Drag Store offers this book detailing quick methods to prevent appendicitis and relieve stomach gas and constipation. Free for a short time.
The council introduced an ordinance for closing the lodges and clubs pool and billiard rooms but the measure was indefinitely postponed. The council also decided no license would be charged to lodges and clubs for operating their pool and billiard tables.
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