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Newspaper

Leavenworth Echo

Location

Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 01, 1912

Page

2

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.

Leavenworth Echo

Council Stalls Water Question Amid Debate On Ownership

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.

Tumwater Light and Water Co Tumwater Light and Water Company Great Northern Th Water Company Darling Land Co

Seattle Mayoral Campaign Echoes Daily Paper Backing

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.

Weekly Seattle Best

Roosevelt's Strange Doctrine Sparks Editorial Debate

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.

The Post-Intelligencer Tfe Washington Theodore Roosevelt Roosevelt P.I

May Build Railroad to Mine Near Icicle River

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.

John E. Shipman Seattle Vance Mining Company Icicle Allan Epps Great Northern Railway

Seattle Mayoral Race Sparks press battle and comments

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.

Big Saw Mill to Restart Monday in City

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.

Lamb-Davis Lumber Co Koerner Geo. Wedell Front Street

J B Violette Undergoes Operation in Wenatchee

J B Violette had an operation in Wenatchee last Saturday. The procedure was reported successful though recovery is expected to take several weeks.

J. B. Violette Wenatchee

Book promises easy guards against appendicitis reliefs

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.

King’s City Drag Store

Ordinance Voted On Pool Hall Closures Postponed

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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Bheavenworth Post Office of Leavenworth, Wash Deed H. Mayar Julian I. Mayor Echo Marc Times Hi Gill Daily Press Miles Poindexter United States Cotterill Seattle Star Parish Star A. W. Perley Railroad Commission Public Service Commission P. L Seattles Gill Mutual Mercantile Company Mutual Mercantile Company Price Makers Wenatchee Theatre Childrens ‘Accounts Leavenworth State Bank B. Field Hart, Schaffner & Marx Sharman Toggery King’s Pharmacy Rexal Leavenworth Furniture & Hardware Co J. M. Crom Dixit PF. B. Crom, Electrician Crom Brothers Cintl Engineering
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