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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1921
Page
4
Framing notes show weekly cadence with Friday follow ups and a yearly rate of $3.00 in advance for all communications to The Leavenworth Ficho. The text mentions affiliation with Papalical De and related partners.
James Beauchamp Clark a longtime member of Congress from Kentucky became a central political figure. Born on a Kentucky farm he taught, saved, and attended college before practicing law in Bowling Green. He rose to city attorney and prosecuting attorney then joined the 61st Congress and later served as speaker in the 62nd Congress. He was a leading 1912 Democratic presidential hopeful defeated by Wilson after a Bryan backed struggle.
Woodrow Wilson and Bainbridge Colby will practice law together with offices in Washington and New York. The pair will form a legal collaboration, leveraging their experience in government service and diplomacy.
The proposed school code was defeated in the state senate and supporters consider taking the question to the voters. If not satisfied with the legislature’s defeat they will seek public approval at the polls.
Olympia reports a tax levy increase from 14.60 to 16.45 for the 1921 1922 biennium. The legislature raises the levy for common school purposes by 20 to 100 of a mill and for higher educational institutions by 77 to 300 mills. Soldiers’ onus increases the levy by one mill, not charged to the legislature.
A draft calling for immediate solid support from the county argues cutting government expenses to the minimum and slashing taxes to relieve burdens. It urges rapid removal of federal clerks and agents to restore personal liberties and boost business.
A message urges a disciplined economy with emphasis on labor, arguing for cutting government spending to tens of billions and returning to budget levels in the millions, reflecting a call for restrained fiscal policy and diligence.
Mrs. Maram Williams for the National Reforms association denounces Oral Mormonism as no joke and recounts life in a Mormon harem. She says polygamy persists and accuses Senator Smet of pressuring the Senate to endorse Mormon testimony. The group seeks national legislation to stamp out polygamy.
The sworn statement by J W Waters claims the Nonpartisan League received German funds and accuses the group of un American leadership. Waters, once Bank of North Dakota manager and trusted insider, alleges access to secret councils and resigns over league kingship imagery amid a House inquiry into German money.
The piece criticizes state and national leaders for failing to cut taxes to prewar levels. It argues tax burdens will rise instead and urges Congress to convene to promote economy. It notes county bids of 2500 for delinquent real estate and questions sweeping property ownership.
Warne G. Harding was inaugurated as president of the United States on Friday March 4 succeeding Woodrow Wilson. Wilson rode with Harding from the White House to the Capitol. After completing duties Wilson returned to his home in the city, accompanied by friends and attendants. The new chief executive assumes duties with the nation united and hopes for peace and prosperity.
A fragment reflects on national prayer during wartime, invoking unity and resilience as Americans face war and its associated ills. The tone echoes a call for moral steadfastness and collective resolve.
A century-old proposal suggests dissolving the northern part of a state to join Washington and Congress, creating a new Trem region near Idaho and Montana. Proponents claim it would add senators and officials and boost employment, while opponents warn of instability and tax concerns.
The Everett American Legion basketball team is slated to play Thursday and Friday evenings in Leavenworth. Tonight’s game is expected to draw crowds as it wraps up the season for the squad.
Notice to property owners of improvement district No 1 and improvement district No 5 payments due by March 80th day at city clerk’s Leavenworth Washington city clerk E G Gowing.
The city ordains a volunteer fire department to consist of a chief and six members with a monthly chief salary of 20 dollars and 2.50 dollars per call for other members. The chief must maintain equipment and drill the team, report monthly calls, ensure building safety, and enforce fire regulations as directed by the mayor and council. First reading February 8 1921. second February 14 1921. passed March 27 1921. approved March 8 1921.
City of Leavenworth invites sealed proposals by March 30 near 9:30 for Commercial Street and Division Street improvements. Bids must include a certified check equal to a percentage of the bid, with penalties for failure to sign a contract per Ordinance No. 201. The council reserves right to reject any bids.
In Chelan County Washington Superior Court a hearing is set for April 6 1924 at 9 00 for Lucy Boston surviving spouse of Monroe T Boston deceased to petition for a three thousand dollar set off against the estate and for executor Warren S Destin to report and seek full settlement The hearing concerns the petition and executor report and will determine if the estate is closed and discharged Applicant Lucy Boston seeks property worth 3000 to her and the executor asks closure The matter is before Judge Wooster Grimshaw Clerk MAS Stevens Deputy Isabel Acosta Attorney Herman H Als representing Chelan County Washington and Leavenworth contact dates noted March 18 1925
Notice in Superior Court of Washington for King County estate matters involving Robert J Smith and Edward Smith executors final report for distribution to be heard April 6 1921 at 9 53 am at Wenatchee court house witnesses include Judge Grimshaw and clerk Stenen Isabel A Ros Herman Howe attorney for executors notice to creditors also references May Smith and Muna F Semons deceased claims process noted
The court sets Wednesday April 6 at 9 30 o clock in Wenatchee for hearing the final report and petition for distribution of the estate. Interested persons may appear to contest the sum and share. Witness Judge Grimshaw and Clerk Stevens certify this notice dated March 7 1921.
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