National Conference of Charities to Convene in Seattle
News notes several Northwest items including the National Conference of Charities and correction meeting in Seattle July 5 to 12, a Spokane factory inspector appointment, river steamboat service authorization for Wenatchee to Okanogan River points, a Meade statue fund drive in Bellingham, fruit crop forecasts for Wenatchee and Yakima, and state land revenue from April sales.
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National Conference of Charities and Correction
Seattle
Public Commission
Columbia River and
Uplands
King County
Grant County
Chelan County
Electric Bitters touted as remedy for weak nerves
Advert reads that weak and nervous people can regain vigor and appetite by using Electric Bitters. It claims benefits for stomach, liver and kidneys with thousands noting life changes and quotes Mrs. O. Rhine vault of Vestal Center, NY. Bottles priced 50 cents and 1 dollar, recommended by E. H. King.
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O. Rhinevault
Vestal Center
N. Y
E. H. King
Princess Faces Bear in Pow Wow Pageant Challenge
A princess aims to win a pageant titled Paced by a bear themed event. Supporters encourage her as she works to secure victory in a competitive pageant setting.
Spokane Pow Wow to Feature Big Track Meet
A major track and field meet tied to the Spokane Pow Wow is planned for June 20. Top west coast athletes and several Olympic champions will compete, with participants from Whitman and multiple state and city clubs. Spokane will host stars from Oregon, Washington, California and Michigan, under AAU sanction.
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Pacific Northwest
California
Spokane
The
Echo
George M. Varnell
Spokane Daily Chronicle
Whitman
W. S.C
Oregon Agricultural College
University of Oregon
University of
McClure
Multnomah
Portland
Bellan
Hawkins
Philbrook
Wilson
Miller
Wesley Engelhorn
Dartmouth College
Dave
Eugene Cohn
University of Michigan
Louis Wilkins
Chicago Athletic Association
St. Louis
Chicago University
Safe Guarding Devices for Factories
State Labor Commissioner E. W. Olson plans a new system to standardize guarding devices in factories. Factory inspectors will collect data on which machines cause injuries and which guarding conditions are safest and most hazardous. He aims to hold a summer conference with all state inspectors and the labor bureau, likely inviting manufacturing and industrial interests.
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Eastern
Washington
Olson
Carl S. Evans
Spokane
Evans
Labor Bureau
Iowa
Industrial Insurance Commission
E. W. Olson
King’s New Discovery Promises Cold and Lung Relief
Dr. King’s New Discovery, praised by druggist C Lower, is touted as the best throat and lung medicine for colds and bronchial coughs. The remedy is presented as a home doctor for family use with guarantees and prices at 50 cents and 1.00.
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C. Lower
Dr. King
E. H. King
Washingtones 1912 taxes show heavy school funding
State tax commission figures for 1912 show total state taxes at 31,204,820 with school districts receiving 5,658,677 and county school taxation 2,758,712. Higher education set 2,992,071, totaling over 11 million for schools. Municipal taxes reached about 7,000,000 and road and bridge taxes nearly 6,000,000.
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State Tax Commission
State of
Washington
Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea Spring Tonic
A city drug store promotes Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a family tonic that enriches the blood strengthens nerves cleanses digestion regulates bowels boosts appetite and improves energy and appearance. Available for 35 cents at City Drug Store.
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Hollister
City
Echo subscription offers votes in Prin cess Contest
Readers are urged to subscribe to the Echo and share with friends in the East to save letter writing. Each yearly subscription promises 2500 votes in the Prin cess Contest, boosting participants and engagement.
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Echo
Poultry lice and mites warning for warm weather
As warm weather approaches many parts of the state, farmers should act now to combat lice and mites that affect hens and chicks. Use Persian Insect Powder and road-dust daily, clean chick quarters, dust hovers weekly, vent hovers in sun, provide dust baths, avoid overcrowding, clean roosts, and whitewash buildings with carbolinium. Ensure ample sunlight in roosting areas.
Try Chamberlain Cough Remedy For Colds And Coughs
An advertisement endorses Chamberlain Cough Remedy claiming rapid cures and worldwide praise. The product is for sale through all dealers and recommended for coughs and colds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Notice of Homestead Final Five Year Proof Filing
Notice is published by the U S Land Office Waterville Washington that John A Hedin of Telma Washington will prove up his homestead entry February 23 1918 in Leavenworth Washington before United States Commissioner John Koerner on June 1 1918. Witnesses listed include George Liverly M O Logan Oliver Bates and O B Sears. W F Haynes Register.
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U. S. Land Office
Waterville
Wash
John A. Hedin
Telma
Washington
East
Wil Mer
John Koerner
United States
Leavenworth
George Liverly
M. 0. Logan
Weet Oliver Bates
O. B. Sears
Telma, Ash
Milot Mills Co Advertises Green House Stock in Wenatchee
Milot Mills Co offers Big Green Houses in Wenatchee Washington stocked with choice cut flowers pot plants bedding plants vegetable plants bouquets and floral designs for all occasions. Order by phone write or telegraph. Phone 875.
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Milot Mills Co
Big Green Houses
Wenatchee, Wash
We Do Not Make the Man We Make His Clothes
Advert says clothes reflect a man through taste judgment and ability. It argues well dressed men attract business and succeed in their field.
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Violette
Also Mentioned on This Page
Wenatchee
Yakima Valleys
Bellingham Chamber of Commerce
State Historical Society
Citizens At Large
Albert E. Meade
Bellingham
Yakima
P. S. Darlington
Yakima District
C. V. Savidge
Methow Valley Creamery Butter
Leavenworth Market
Grant
J. E. Grant
the Palace of Sweets
Northwest
W. F. Haynes
Register
Nolan & Jones Progressive Tailors
City Drug Store
Front St
I. W. Harper
Kentucky
J. B. Violette
Pacific Beer
F. H. Hutchings
Churchill & Ritchie
Leavenworth, Wash
Opera
Jj. E. Tholin
Tumwater Savings Bank
Pioneer Bank
Ae Beer
Seattle Brewing & Malng
Slattile, Wash
Lee Howerton
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