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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1919
Page
2
A dated opinion opposes radical government change and Bolshevism in schools, praising orderly American progress under founding principles. The piece questions eugenics, fears lawlessness without restraints, and asks who named a mining company linked to a past scheme while urging open discussion over anonymity.
The revised constitution offers a withdrawal clause with two years notice and aims to prevent future wars. Supporters see its benefits and expect congressional approval, while critics fear provocation of conflict but acknowledge value in the effort.
Readers frequently mail unsigned paragraphs and impersonal notices for publication. This week a marked clipping from the Minneapolis Twin City Reporter arrived with a note asking why the editor does not expose certain parties. The mining company named is unknown here and no Tumwater mining stock has been offered locally.
A skeptical dispatch warns Leavenworth readers to avoid oil stock peddlers claiming huge Texas profits. The author asserts most buyers never earn money and prefers engraving over investment. The piece discourages committing funds to oil ventures and advises caution until the seller appears.
The text questions whether promiscuous lying, presented by the defense as proof of an unsound mind, reflects on the jury's own sanity in Ruth Garrison's trial. It probes if the jury, influenced by admitted misrepresentation, truly deemed Ruth's mental state as unsound.
The Republican Publicity Association led by Jonathan Bourne Jr. issues a statement arguing government operation of railroads and other utilities is inherently flawed. It asserts centralized control reduces efficiency and honesty, increases regulation, and raises costs, with private operation under regulation preferred.
A fragment argues that appointments to government office do not confer extraordinary ability intelligence experience or integrity, a warning cited by those who understand the risks of political patronage and unqualified officials.
A reflection on wartime verse showing how soldiers and critics favor direct, plain speech over diplomatic phrasing. The piece cites a tank graffiti critique of Woodrow Wilson and questions the Paris talks as poets argue for candor in expressing ideas about war and policy.
President Wilson calls a special session of Congress for Monday May 19 with Secretary Tumulty announcing the date. White House officials say the early session aims to pass annual appropriation measures needful after the last session. Aberdeen reports good prospects for oil in Gray's Harbor with six wells to start in various sections.
City council orders sprinkling rules from May 19 to September 15 1919 on both sides of the Great Northern Railway tracks. North side allowed 5 PM to 6 AM while south side runs 5 AM to 5 PM. Approved May 14 1919 by Mayor F T Motteler and Clerk Gowing.
Eight or ten choice residence properties in different parts of the city are offered for sale. Properties can be bought for cash or on terms. Interested parties are invited to call at the office or phone 31, Great Northern Lumber Co. 25.
The Wenatchee valley sent nearly all its 1918 apple harvest, totaling over 8,500 carloads and valued at about eleven million dollars. Labor shortages persist as agents report daily job placements but cannot fill demand. Local crime notes include two porters arrested for bootlegging.
A hearing will be held June 2, 1919 at 10 a.m. in the Chelan County commissioners' office Wenatchee Washington to sell Lot 3 Block 42 and Lot 1 Block 45 Town of Chelan Falls and Lot 3 Block 2 Brown's Plot of Monitor. A. V. Shepherd, County Auditor.
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