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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1911
Page
4
Thirty six horse-car routes in New York City will soon vanish as the company surrenders franchises and tears up tracks. Only three or four old horse-car lines remain in the metropolis. Pittsburg manager Fred Clarke advises running or walking up stairs to strengthen legs.
The Columbus News discusses profit sharing schemes from Westinghouse and First National Bank of New York, noting pension-like plans in the United States Steel Corporation and various railroads. It argues that long service favors workers and boosts stability, citing the Pennsylvania Railroad as a prime example where veteran employees are valued and retention benefits the employer.
The old settlers are called to meet in the Commercial Club rooms on Saturday May 13 at 3 p.m. F A Losekamp is listed.
In Chelan County Washington notice is given by administrator Nathan A James for Galen F James deceased. Creditors and all with claims must present them with vouchers within twelve months after first publication to the administrator at his Chelan County Washington residence. Dated April 16 1911.
In Chelan County Washington the superior court orders all interested parties to appear on May 24 1911 at Wenatchee to show cause why the administrator A L Mitchell should be allowed to sell part of Ettie Mitchell estate to satisfy claims and administration costs. Publication to run four weeks in Leavenworth Echo.
Tacoma leaders organize a Northwest commercial bodies association to boost tourist traffic. Secretary Summers notes the region has strong attractions but lacks advertising and expects a wide publicity push and better convention recruitment through cooperation.
Senator Overman described a defeated bill as irregular and used a quip about a tin can poker game. A student asked what Eureka means and answered that Archimedes found the soap mum, prompting a brief classroom joke.
An advertisement touts Harrington's Best Flour as producing better crusts than rivals. It claims all flour comes from wheat milled differently, urging readers to order a sack to be convinced.
In the matter of the Estate of Albert B Williams deceased Inez Williams as administratrix petitions for an order to sell all real estate to pay debts and administration costs. The court notes the petition complies with law and sets for May 24 1911 at 10 a.m. why an order should not be granted authorizing sale.
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