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Newspaper

Leavenworth Echo

Location

Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1917

Page

2

Does Germany Want the U S in the War

The article argues the United States should join World War I, citing US neutrality history and moral stance. It asserts US actions in China, Cuba, the Philippines, and Mexico show a clean international record and suggest Germany seeks US participation to secure a fair settlement. It warns the US would oppose German dismemberment and any move toward new wars.

Germany United States U. S China England France Russia Cuba Philippines Spain Mexico Gaul U.S

Chelan Herd Boosts Manson Creamery Prospects

A herd of 79 Holstein heifers purchased on the coast by M. E. Field passed through Chelan en route to Manson. The purchase is set to enlarge Field's heard and boost the Manson Creamery, signaling growing prosperity for the Lake Chelan livestock industry.

Chelan M. E. Field Manson Lake Chelan

Wenatchee Seen as Suburb of Leavenworth-Cashmere Record

A Cashmere traveler overheard a conversation about Wenatchee described as a small suburb of Leavenworth and Cashmere, with a lady detailing the Wenatchee valley to a fellow passenger on a trip from the Sound.

Sound Spokane Wenatchee Valley Wenatchee Leavenworth

Café of Thanks We Wake This Method of Returning

A brief note reflects on gratitude and reunion as a café scene marks a return to normal routines. The piece emphasizes warm welcomes, shared stories, and the restorative power of ordinary gatherings after disruption.

Hungry women seek million to buy food in New York state

The Camas Post notes a request by hungry New York women for one million dollars to purchase food for the poor while President Wilson asks Congress for four hundred thousand dollars to study the causes of high prices. The latter sum would employ about four hundred Democrats for six months but would not aid the hungry women.

New York Wilson Camas Post

Women Prominent in Work of Legislature

The piece highlights Ina P. Williams the sole woman in the legislature who publicly challenged Lieut. Gov. Hart by sitting beside him and lobbying for her bill. It notes Mrs. Preston, Washington’s only woman state officer, addressing the senate and Ruth Lindsey the 13 year old speller receiving rare applause for her historic achievement.

Board of Control Ina P. Williams Hart Yakima Senate

Man brandishes pistol at governor's office in Olympia

A man giving the name Charlies Lorenz entered Governor Lister's Olympia office on Tuesday and held the private clerk and Sheriff Gifford at bay for about 30 minutes. He surrendered the pistol claiming he acted in self defense against a religious sect threatening to burn him at the stake.

Charlies Lorenz

Trial of Seattle Mayor Gill Draws Unforeseen Facts

The trial of Mayor Gill of Seattle uncovers new facts not previously sought. While guilt may not be fully proven to the jury, Gill will not escape unscathed.

Gill Seattle

First American Ship Sunk by German Submarine

Under the new submarine order the Algonquin valued at 450000 with cargo over 1.25 million was sunk off the English coast on Tuesday. The ship sailed from New York on February 20, and ten Americans aboard were reported saved.

New York

Wedding bells and birth announced in Eagle Creek

The notice reports the birth of a baby girl on March 6 to Mr. and Mrs. Ray Sharpe and family. It also mentions visits from Otto Anderson to his brother Harry, Cahill visits to the Christenson home, and a local welfare note about Get Better Wrappe at Echo office.

Echo Mrs Ray Sharpe J. H. Sharpe Otto Anderson Harry Mrs. Cahill Christenson Echo Office

Skookum Prize Contest Puts Apple Advertising in Spotlight

The 1916 17 Northwest apple season spotlighted in a Literary Digest full page ad featuring Skookum apples. A prize contest offered 50 dollars for best title, 20 for second, and boxes for others, drawing entries from the United States and abroad. Winners included Georgiana Young of La Crosse Wisconsin and George Currier of Boston Massachusetts with several other notable titles from New York City North Yakima and Helena.

America Literary Digest Cream of Wheat Bon Ami Dutch Cleanser Northwest Apple United States England Switzerland Hawaiian Islands Cuba Costa Rico Porto Rico Isle of Pines Army Navy New York Seattle Skookum Packers Association

Childs quarrel over newborn sister and nightgown

A mother urges Tommy to fetch the baby's nightgown. The boy resists and finally agrees after the mother warns that unkindness may prevent the sister from staying. The exchange ends with Tommy agreeing to help.

Tommy

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