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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1915
Page
2
The Leavenworth Echo, issued every Friday by Julian Mayar, editor and proprietor, lists subscription at 1.50 per year in advance. The fragmentary notice references rates, postal or advertising charges, and publisher details with scattered names and dates, including MAR 21. 108455.
The piece argues the United States should avoid a European war, warning fighting Germany would cost American lives. It condemns war as morally corrupting and predicts mob violence, social collapse, and long-term harm to civilization if the conflict drags on.
A fragment notes engulfing consequences and a plunge into European spac investments triggering a pause. The readable text hints at market or policy impact but lacks clear details or named entities.
A Wenatchee editorial condemns the Franklin murder and argues for swift punishment of child abusers. It asserts Hanson Caw was not insane, notes the crime shattered two families, and emphasizes strict law enforcement while rejecting leniency or “howl” penalties.
A jury found the defendant not responsible in the accidental killing, acquitting him of wrongdoing. The court noted the act did not reflect criminal intent and affirmed the innocence of the man involved, with witnesses describing events leading to the fatal incident.
A Chelan News Leader reader laments loss of twenty minutes of Static from Maple Creek to the boundary line while noting a $20,000 appropriation for road improvements. The writer urges disclosure of who will expend the funds and condemns absentee spending, urging local investment and cautions against out-of-town purchases. The piece wanders through reflections on honesty, business, and community responsibility, ending with notices about banking prosperity and a highway project.
Sunday worship will follow the usual schedule with morning services at 11 and a special sermon topic God’s Manners. Evening service at 8. Special music featured at all services. Licensing details indicate tax and license adjustments with state authorities and changes to county licenses for certain jurisdictions.
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