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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1921
Page
2
The Leavenworth Echo issues weekly editions from Leavenworth Washington. Editor H. S. Berrick is affiliated with Wenatchee Typographical Union No 680. Subscriptions are $3.00 per year in advance. Communications should be addressed to the Leavenworth Echo.
Friday May 6 1921 notes the looming pairing of Dempsey and Georges in a major bout with public anticipation high across boxing circles. The column ponders whether the two champions will settle the weight class rivalry.
Allies demand Germany make satisfactory proposals and payment of war indemnities by May tenth. An additional ten day extension is allowed. failure to satisfy will likely lead to occupation of the Ruhr valley by Allied forces.
The Supreme Court, by a five to four vote, set aside Truman H. Newberry’s conviction for bribery in a senatorial seat dispute. His two year prison term and ten thousand dollar fine were nullified as the corrupt practices act was declared unconstitutional, with sixteen others also freed.
The Supreme Court freed Henry Albers, convicted of espionage act violations, due to confession of error by the solicitor general. Critics say the decision will not satisfy millions who supported the government, noting Albers’ pro German remarks and that crimes during the emergency should be punished.
Charles M. Schwab spoke at a New York Chamber of Commerce gathering after returning from Europe. He warned that Germany’s postwar production remains strong, noting German tools in Detroit and a cheaper ton of steel from England. He argued the Allied victory does not erase German industrial power and called the German revolution a potential long term victory for industry.
The senate passed the Knox resolution Saturday by forty nine to twenty three with three democrats voting yes. Senators Jones New Mexico Hitchcock Nebraska Walsh Montana criticized it as an improper war exit and peace treaty move while Senator Borah Idaho supported the measure.
Distilled remarks show Senator Nelson of Minnesota opposing the resolution and suggest Woodrow Wilson would refuse to help execute the treaty. The piece argues political differences between Wilson and the Senate hinder a satisfactory postwar settlement.
At Mitchell South Dakota a movement to rename the state to Roosevelt gains traction as some residents dislike Dakota in light of North Dakota’s Townley history. Others argue the current name suffices, stressing adherence to right principles over change.
Professor Bullock of Harvard says the United States risks becoming a nation of liars unless the income tax reporting requirement is removed. The remark is attributed as a past expression by the academic.
The New York World reports on John Daniel the circus gorilla whose skin was removed for study. Doctors will examine brain bones teeth and muscles while casts and foot impressions are reviewed by experts to gain anatomical and physiological data.
The nation faces a push for rigid economy in government spending as March outlays reach a record high since the start of the fiscal year. Railroad guaranty payments and retirement of victory notes shape the treasury findings while debate continues over new revenue sources. President Harding backs economy with congressional aid.
Gov. Kendall signs repeal of Iowa’s long unused law prohibiting cigarette sales and gifts. He argues enforcement neglects law’s authority and risks undermining broader statutes, praising the move as common sense against unpopular restrictions. The New York World notes logic against intrusive state power.
Canada ends its last fiscal year with a deficit exceeding 40 million dollars about ten percent of spending. A more serious concern is a prospective deficit for the current year as war debts fall due and the financial situation is reported to worsen.
A Tacoma Ledger opinion notes that Canada's government controlled railways lose over 130 million of a 450 million dollar expenditure, with warbuilt merchant marine losses also cited. It warns continued rail expansion will raise taxes as the public accepts nonpaying transport as normal.
Bill Elliott visited a school in Eagle Creek last week. Mrs. Bjork Mrs. Sands and sons Beryl and Albert enjoyed Sunday dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Heath. Several families visited one another on Sunday including Mr. and Mrs. Id Reynolds, Mr. and Mrs. H A Anderson and children Wayne and Arleene, and Mrs. L C Chase. Marie Van De Grift of Leavenworth spent the weekend with the Andersons and Mrs. Curtis Chase. Mr. and Mrs. Otto Anderson hosted a small anniversary party with cards and a late luncheon of ice cream cookies cake and coffee. A humorous verse reminds readers to park legally or risk a five dollar fine.
A Willard New Mexico Record note laments the editor’s lack of juicy news as townsfolk stay quiet. The writer muses on dull days, lingering winter, coal needs, and the oddly calm mood in town with spring unsure and no fresh happenings to report.
Official publication of the bank's balance sheet as of April 28 1921 shows loans and discounts 868899.71 overdrafts 85.17, bonds and stamps 4800, other assets 111640.86 total assets 111640.86. Liabilities include capital stock 25000 surplus 2500 demand deposits 56058.88 time deposits 27649.02 and depreciation on Liberty Bonds 432.51. Notary public confirms the statement with Campbell as cashier and Stage Hale as directors.
Mrs A V Shore and children visit her mother in Leavenworth. Mr and Mrs B S Holland of Wenatchee visit daughter Mrs M A Wise. Frank Knapp of Entiat and Walter Shultz of Wenatchee on week’s business. O M Pabst bought seven Shorthorn cattle. Eight men work the ditch for summer water. School program in Burgess woods with 50 attending and a dinner. Miss Trinna King leaves for Wenatchee.
The Boston Sunday Post’s April 17 feature on Ezra Temple recalls the itinerant Baptist preacher who came to this area in spring 1919 and left for Seattle on Thanksgiving Day. He lived simply, aided the needy, and preached a universal message of Christianity free of creeds, believing a reawakened faith can heal America’s troubles.
Poet Walt Mason contrasts Shabbytown’s decay with Glossyville’s orderly revival. He mocks Shabbytown’s apathy toward cleaning and painting while praising Glossyville’s pride, bright paint, and well kept streets. The piece uses satire to urge civic renewal and better standards.
A homemade Pelton wheel on a shed outside Bert Hurst’s farm uses a bicycle wheel with tin cups to catch stream water. Belts drive a dynamo, supplying all the house lighting. A. B. Crane of the State College extension urges farms to use local creeks for modern electrical conveniences.
R S Smith of Yelm uses an under shot homemade wheel in a drainage ditch to pump spring water to a 5000 gallon elevated tank. The setup costs little beyond farmer labor with a dynamo and equipment often under 300 dollars depending on power and tasks.
Leavenworth State Bank of Leavenworth Washington lists totals for assets liabilities and deposits as of April 28 1921 with loans and discounts 884841.37 overdrafts 581.80 U S bonds and thrift stamps 47700.00 other bonds 11254.68 banking house fixtures 148 etc. Capital stock 825000 Surplus 12500 Undivided profits 7842.15 taxes reserved 840.54 demand deposits 335990.12 time deposits 256202.52 and liberty bond depreciation 3848.82 signed by Assistant Cashier C G Cockburn and directors R F Taylor R B Field F A Sinclair.
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