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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1922
Page
2
The Leavenworth Echo notes post office entry at Leavenworth Washington as second class mail matter and that the paper is issued every Friday. It lists a subscription of 2.50 dollars per year in advance and directs communications to The Leavenworth Echo.
A newspaper note argues for better county road work to join communities. It suggests that laying cement would foster sympathy and cohesion among residents.
A letter questions who bears the cost of a proposed 50 percent cut in Alaska freight rates from Seattle and other ports. The author argues Alaska would benefit, but asks who ultimately pays for delivering goods and whether state rates could be reduced as well. The piece hints at hidden costs and calls for clarification on freight economics.
The Norwegian steamer Grontoft sank in a terrific gale as the liner Esthenia fought mountainous seas. Wireless messages from the Grontoft spoke of sinking decks and smashed boats with a final plea we could not hold out longer. The Esthenia captain logged Spurlos versenkt meaning sunk without trace.
A correspondent notes the federal bureau of roads issues odd rulings that hinder the rapid improvement of Washington state highways, including a rule that admits unclear interpretations. The piece highlights bureaucratic obstacles impacting road development progress.
A federal bureau faces questions of liability if an overhead railroad crossing is built while arguing it cannot share in the crossing costs. The plea centers on whether the agency must contribute funds for infrastructure under the tracks.
A New Jersey woman faced two assailants who robbed her and fled after she dared them to shoot. The report notes she fainted at once while a bystander remained composed, while the attackers faced a crowd that praised the encounter.
The state runs a jute mill with 700,000 sacks worth 7e each, costing 10%¢ to produce. The venture shows a loss. officials weigh whether to drop it unless there is a prospect to break even.
The text notes Gifford Pinchot as a candidate for Pennsylvania governor but suggests his chances are hindered by his traits and the state's political climate, predicting a difficult race given Pennsylvania's characteristics.
Judge Kirkham Scanlan of Cook County Criminal Court told a US jury that many of Chicago's powerful labor unions are in control of ex convicts. He praised unions for lifting workers but warned criminals seek gain by controlling unions, urging eternal vigilance to keep unions free from evil influence.
The article argues that despite Newberry of Michigan's patriotism and service, about two hundred thousand dollars was used to secure his seat in the house. It claims this violates statutes and moral codes and says lawmakers who voted despite the facts should not hold future trust positions.
A Seattle lawyer who defended two inmates at Pierce County Jail was arrested on suspicions he aided a breakout by passing a pistol and cartridges through a trusted intermediary. Prosecutors say he didn’t handle the weapon directly but aided the plan via a intermediary. The case raises questions about punishment for an educated participant in criminal activity.
An attorney frames a philosophical question about encouraging jailbreaks that could lead to murder, prompting a discussion on law, ethics, and human rights. The debate weighs duties to preserve life against criminal liability and the dangers of incitement.
The piece argues for trimming the U S Army to 115000, claiming no imminent invasion from neighbors and that a smaller force plus 11000 commissioner officers suffices since officers matter most when properly chosen.
United States Department of Agriculture report by A L Quaintance on a 2 percent oil emulsion spray as an effective control for San Jose scale in Arkansas orchards. Experiments by A J Ackerman show near total scale kill with one thorough application, with Florida tests noting 1 percent oil efficacy. Caution notes on potential wood and bud injury and need for further seasons of testing.
A technical note outlines large scale rock emulsion production. It covers pumping methods to avoid breaking the emulsion, stock emulsion usage at 66 2-3 percent oil, dosing for a 2 percent end product in a 200 gallon tank, and precautions against freezing. It advises softening water with caustic soda if hardness impedes emulsification and lists potential oils such as Diamond Parafin Oil and Nabob Oil.
The State of Washington notary confirms the bank's March 10 1922 statement from Leavenworth Chelan County listing assets liabilities capital and deposits totaling 630 498 15. Key items include loans 411 557 28 capital stock 25 000 00 demand deposits 336 891 76 time deposits 248 705 77 and undivided profits 4 912 51 with sworn affirmation by Assistant Cashier C G Cockburn and Notary Lillian Nelson.
A Leavenworth man touts Adler-i-ka as curing his wife's stomach gas and sour stomach in twenty minutes. He claims it cleans upper and lower bowel, removing foul matter and gases, helps constipation, and guards against appendicitis, with Wheeler's Drug Store promoting the product.
Mrs. T. E. Brown traveled to Seattle yesterday morning for a brief two day visit.
Ranger J. S. Brender calls a meeting of cattle owners to organize a stockmen's association and secure pasture on the forest reserve. All interested are urged to attend at 2 p m March 24.
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