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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1905
Page
2
The Leavenworth Echo notes a possible loss of its distinct status as the only Republican newspaper in Chelan County. Editor H. Mayar reports weekly Friday issues from Leavenworth with annual prepaid subscriptions.
Rumors claim Wenatchee will launch a daily paper with a Republican leadership and a famed editor promising unwavering party support. The piece mocks then hints at political maneuvering and public reaction to impending publication plans.
Leavenworth residents rally for upgraded fire protection as citizens donate hose and hydrants dot streets. A volunteer fire company forms with drills planned and a fund sought to buy fifteen hundred feet of hose stored for emergencies. The anniversary of a major past fire spurs action to improve defense.
Chelan county commissioners plan a session within ten to fifteen days to act on the Red Mountain road proposal. Citizens are urged to attend to press for action on roads and bridges vital to town growth. The bridge spans the [damaged text].
An engineer condemns Wenatchee river area east of town as unsafe and the eastern road is nearly blocked by private fencing. The commissioners court holds authority to fund road and bridge work, and residents are urged to appear before the court to demand needed improvements as a matter of right.
A Great Northern survey signals a potential line from Republic in Ferry county west to Loomis in Okanogan county and then up the Similkameen to British Columbia. Northern Okanogan county hopes rise as property values along the survey route double and regional prosperity seems within reach.
J W McCarthy and wife return from Yakima and Seattle after three weeks away. Mrs Davenport joins them for a visit. A E Knapp returns from Seattle on Meteor Mining Co business. Charles Marshall surveys the telephone line. Will Tuttle arrives from Cleelum to work for Tip Top Consolidated. C P Davenport returns from Seattle, praising the eastern climate.
The notice promotes a dance tomorrow evening inviting patrons to shake the light fantastic toe at the Opera House. It emphasizes attending the event and enjoying a social gathering in a formal venue.
Chelan County abstracted notices list real estate transfers including N P By Co to John Wesserling 820 dollars and multiple parcels in Chelan and Wenatchee areas. The column also lists marriages licenses, court notes, and ads for a logging truck and a heavy road wagon sale, plus an income property for sale near Peshastin.
Twenty four in a package priced at thirty five cents per package sold at Echo office. New dad themed card set serves as a unique keepsake for gatherings and parties.
Contest affidavit filed by Charles M. McClure challenges Rollin Rideout for homestead entries in section 34 township 26 north range 17 East W M. Rideout allegedly never resided or improved the land and is claimed dead around 1904 with heirs unknown. Hearing set June 19 1905 before the United States Land Office officials in Waterville Washington.
A contest affidavit by Al W Purdy against homestead entry 5874 filed in Waterville WA alleges heirs Castleberry minors did not reside or cultivate the land since 1903. Notices require appearance June 13 1905 before U S Commissioner and final hearing June 20 1905 before the Register and Receiver. publication ordered since personal service is not possible.
A local mill company advertises large loads of fire wood available for immediate delivery. The notice urges customers to stock up for the coming seasons. It highlights bulk options and delivery service to homes and farms.
Intending to put in a power press at an early date we offer for sale a seven column Hoe hand press in first class condition. Address inquiries to the Echo.
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