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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1919
Page
2
Seattle supporters push to organize a state effort backing Senator Poindexter for president. Reiterating his presidential timber status, backers claim his merit and Republican principles warrant party respect. If Northwestern states take his bid seriously, he could secure votes at the 1920 national convention.
Frost on May nights hit Cashmere and Dryden hardest with minor impact near Leavenworth. Bloom timing reduced losses, Monitor east saw none. Full extent unclear until late June, past frost reports from previous years often proved negligible.
Publicity release from Washington denounces the claim that there is no international law precedent for trial of a head of state. The statementList condemns Wilson’s Europe policy and argues Wilhelm’s alleged war crimes warrant accountability, recalling Napoleon and Attila the Hun to underscore calls for justice.
Expresses strong indictment of German leadership during war times. Argues the Kaiser and his court are vicious and that war crimes demand punishment. Criticizes Wilson and political maneuvering, urging accountability for the enemy and for wartime decisions.
A $50 Liberty Bond will be awarded by the Joint Centenary Committee of the Methodist Episcopal church to the best essay by any Sunday school or high school pupil in the northwest on The Methodist Centenary What it is and What it Will Do. Essays must include name address age and school. mailed to 409 Platt Building Portland Oregon by May 25.
We have several residential lots and homes for sale in various city areas. Cash or terms offered. Contact Great Northern Lumber Co or visit our office to learn details and arrange viewing. A warm cottage on two lots includes outbuildings and amenities with a five room house on Orchard Ave near the high school featuring fertile soil and fruit trees. See owner on premises.
Pres. C M French of Thiel Detective Service Co claims Spokane shows less bolshevism than any coastal city. He attributes calm to local vigilance and police coordination amid reports of unrest.
The Waterville land office announces eight sections are open for settlement in Chelan county with filings starting at 9:00 a.m. June 25 1919. Northern Pacific Railway selections cover multiple sections and units. Settlers with pre existing settlements may apply within 90 days from June 25 1919. Ben Spear, Register.
The Daily World reports the meanest automobile owner contest remains open. A car on Mission Street had its headlight bulb stolen and the lens left loose, causing it to fall out when started. The owner jokes about entering the offender as a champion Mean auto owner.
The Echo urges prompt delivery for Rubber Stamp orders and highlights careful attention. It also emphasizes that confidence is the biggest factor shaping the business outlook at any moment.
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