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Newspaper

Leavenworth Echo

Location

Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America

Date

May 05, 1911

Page

5

Leavenworth Notes Mention Local Visits And Business Plans

Leavenworth locals report visits by Mrs. Al Meisner to Peshastin and new business inquiries from O. J. Mooney and J. Godding of Wenatchee. Stores like Koerner's drug, King's City Drug Store, and Reynolds' ads appear, with real estate and building plans discussed for Commercial Street and nearby blocks. Community events include church activities, ball games, and a mention of petty thefts in town.

Wenatchee Palace of Sweets John Mooney O. J. Mooney J. Godding King’s Harrison Bellingham Koerner Weigand Reynolds Grant Commercial Street Echo Mary A. Bloom C Street King’s City Lem Ward George Daly Ward Eilers W. W. Burks Christian Church K. P. Hall Koerner’s The Christian Church Bible School A. A. Hannah Peshastin

Ground broken for steel plant and two new buildings

R C Buckingham won the excavation contract and started work on foundations and a road linking the site to the public road. Concrete foundations will support two buildings 60 by 150 feet and 50 by 75 feet with timber frames and galvanized iron sheathing. The Leavenworth team prepares for a tough home game against Odessa, with a confident vow to win.

R. C. Buckingham Robert Leavenworth Odessa

Visit Leavenworth May 13 by Seattle businessmen tour

Rufus R. Wilson of the Seattle Commercial Club says a large group of Seattle business men will leave on May 11 to tour the eastern part of the state. They plan to arrive in Leavenworth May 13 for several hours then proceed to Cashmere Wenatchee and Ephrata. They will arrange greeting plans at Leavenworth.

Rufus R. Wilson Seattle Commercial Club Seattle Leavenworth Cashmere Wenatchee Ephrata

The Big Store That Always Saves You Money

The article touts a discount retailer offering low prices and savings across departments. It highlights weekly deals, advertise price cuts, and promotes value for shoppers in a bustling commercial setting.

Health official cites progress but warns of fines for sanitation gaps

J. B. Combs of Seattle and G. W. Hoxsey discussed local sanitary conditions. Combs praised recent clean up efforts yet said the town remains imperfect and warned that premises not brought up to standard could face legal action and fines.

J. B. Combs Seattle State Board of Health G. W. Hoxsey

Leavenworth Youths Lose Expected Crowd Support

The letter laments that a scheduled event drew a small audience and criticizes Leavenworth residents for not appreciating the boys efforts. It praises the youths for steering clear of the streets and dedicating time to useful work and urges local encouragement.

Leavenworth

Hats and millinery offered by Edna Hannibal at Photo Gallery

Various local notices advertise hats retrimmed to order by Edna Hannibal, millinery bargains at Edna Hannibal and Photo Gallery, and a five room modern house for sale through J E Faulkner. Also rental and whiskey ads from local merchants.

Edna Hannibal J. E. Faulkner

Governor Pardons White Slaver Max Thuna

Governor Hay grants clemency to Max Thuna, a convicted white slaver, after 18 months of imprisonment. The move draws criticism for interfering with justice and undermining federal efforts against white slavery in the Northwest.

Max Thuna M. E. Hay Northwest Thuna King County Walla Walla State Supreme Court Hay

Religious services and events listed for multiple churches

Next Sunday common services across several churches include Sunday schools at 7 to 10 a.m. with sermons and benedictions. Dr J S Judah to lecture on tuberculosis at Congregational church morning service. St Pauls Benton street holds 9:45 a.m. Sunday school and 10:45 a.m. service. Methodist schedule features 10 a.m. Sunday school and 11 a.m. preaching with junior and epworth activities and 7:30 p.m. public preaching. Choir rehearsal at 8:30 p.m.

Bible School Congregational Church J. S. Judah Christian Endeavor W. V. Davis K. of P. Hall St. Paul’s Church Benton Street Young People’s Society J. E. Weigle Epworth Evenue J. Ewart Weigle

May Dinner at Congregational Church in Wenatchee

The May dinner at the Congregational Church will be held Friday May 12 from noon to 8 pm at 35 cents per plate. Everyone is invited. A local tailor has moved to the corner of Commercial and Eighth streets offering suits, cleaning, pressing and repairs with a record of satisfied Wenatchee customers.

Ladies Aid Congregational Church Fred Reeves Wenatchee Cashmere Boys Commercial Eighth Streets

Buy at Home I Buy Local: A Community Promise

A heartfelt appeal urges readers to shop locally to keep money in the town. It emphasizes supporting neighbors who pay taxes, fund schools and churches, and provide personal aid during hard times. The speaker asks readers to join in keeping commerce within the community.

Seattle Carnival Association Seeks 100000 Gold Nugget Buttons

Northwest orders flow in for the Golden Potlatch while Seattle carnival leaders push to raise 100,000 one dollar subscriptions by early May. The fund supports Potlatch week plans with aviators and Ellery's band slated for two daily concerts and other events being organized.

Northwest Seattle Carnival Association Carnival Association Ellery

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al Meisner John Mead Wellington Mr. Mead N. E. Green Nevada, Mo Rev Wenatchee Valley W. R. Gaspard Elmer Snow Creek Water Company Francis E. Smith American Bible Society Tacoma A. D.S Sharp Eagle Creek Valley Batting Name AB Av Kelso Tholin Keppler Weer Brotan Killilayshad Raymond Heidrick Wis Judd Leavenworth Mercantile Coa Gote Echo Office I. W. Harper J. B. Violette Overland J. M. van de Walle Christian Lutheran Martin Raasch Methodist Nolan Manifold Typewriter Paper Manifold Typewriter Methodist Episcopal Church Leavenworth Wash J. E. Grant Commercial St Hotel
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