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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1916
Page
3
Wheeler notes demand for drug business and local shop updates. Residents travel for family illness while forestry timber inquiries and road conditions affect daily life. Railroad delays and snow shifts shape townsfolk routines and commerce.
The Spokesman-Review reports March 5 that lumber and wheat shipments rise, cars scarce for lumber, and mills see heavy but improving business. H G Thompson notes widespread lumber mill activity while dealers claim prices and orders strengthen. Wheat prices hold with modest declines and railroads plan wage increases for workers. Local clothier reports February gains over 1915.
Last Monday night the Senior class of the high school staged two plays under Mr. Lancefield. The Man of Destiny featured Clifford Hayes as Napoleon and Marian Ouren as an Austrian spy while Proxy's Proxy delivered broad comedy with Donald McIntosh as Dotson College president and Mabel Reeves as the spinster. Scenic theater also showcased student talent in acting, singing, and orchestral numbers before a large audience.
The Fiher Flour Milling plant in Seattle plans to enlarge capacity from 2000 to 5000 barrels daily, signaling a major production increase. The move reflects growth in regional flour demand and facility modernization.
Mrs L J Nelson faced no opposition in the school board election last Saturday as only 65 votes were cast to confirm her seat. Announcement also noted Seattle Port Angeles and Western Railway plans a ten mile extension into the Twin River and Deep Creek region.
The Washington Employers' Association plans a united effort to fight legislation deemed harmful to industries. Seattle building permits reached 598615 dollars, down from 880 dollars in February of last year. Wheeler targets the drug business.
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