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Leavenworth Echo in Leavenworth, Washington
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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1919
Page
2
City case against water system builders discussed
The article notes two key facts in the city of Leavenworth water case: bond authorizations totaling 44 000, construction bid at 39 500 but payments of 56 800 due to changes, and ongoing water supply failures despite spending about 25 000 to fix issues. It suggests the city’s verdict should favor the city. It also reflects on postwar U S intervention and calls for unconditional independence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wenatchee
Leavenworth
How to settle the labor troubles in the nation
A commentary argues the labor question is central to the congress and the nation. It urges fair dealing between employers and employees, warns against socialism and Bolshevism, and calls for measures to achieve a more equal distribution of life’s burdens and benefits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
United States
Filipinos Demand Independence With Guarantees
The Filipino representatives in this country press for complete independence with guarantees against interference. They seek unconditional freedom after decades of American effort and sacrifice, arguing that once freed they should be equal to other nations, even if American guidance continues briefly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Islands
Avoid Oil Stock, Keep War Bonds, Minutemen Warn
The Minutemen urge readers statewide to resist exchanges of war bonds for oil stocks or other securities. They warn that oil stocks are risky, often worthless, and urge holding government bonds or war savings stamps despite small yields.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minutemen
Hawker’s daring Atlantic crossing attempt inspires new flight bid
The article praises Hawker for his nerve in attempting an Atlantic crossing in a fragile two man aircraft despite fatal risks. He was rescued at sea after days presumed dead. Spurred by his feat a woman aviator announces she will attempt the crossing alone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hawker
Atlantic
Jesus
Wenatchee Christened on Camden Ship as Fans Flock County Seat
A passenger and cargo ship nearing completion at Camden New Jersey was christened Wenatchee by a daughter of Senator Jones. The piece notes locals from Leavenworth travel to view the ceremony and boost publicity and trade for Wenatchee interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Camden
New Jersey
Wenatchee
Jones
Leavenworth
Lumber Industry Gains Momentum As War Delays End
War conditions delayed two years of house and barn building but momentum returns. Western states breathe relief as stagnation fades and lumber, especially Douglas fir, strengthens. Domestic demand grows with expected foreign orders, and policy support is urged to expand the Northwest softwood center. A settled shipping policy is highlighted as crucial now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwest
Ellison-White Chautauqua Dates Set for Leavenworth Visit
The Ellison-White Chautauqua system forwards notice that a date will be fixed soon for their Leavenworth appearance. All contract signers from last year must actively arrange for the event and fulfill ticket sale obligations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leavenworth
Striking Prohibition Argument From Butte Montana
From Butte Montana officials report sharp crime drops under prohibition. County Attorney Joseph R Jackson says violent crimes including murder assault and robbery declined by 80 to 90 percent in the first five months, supporting the business basis of liquor prohibition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte
Mont
Joseph R. Jackson
Names on the calendar and the odd streetwise Tuesday
The passage muses on weekday names and the rarity or humor of people named Tuesday Wednesday Thursday or Saturday, noting Sunday Monday and Friday appear more commonly in usage and in names.
Statewide sympathy for Governor Lister in illness
The sympathy of the people of the entire state is with Governor Lister in his fight for life. That he is a very sick man his nearest friends admit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lister
Wenatchee Spirit Drives Town Unity in Major Effort
Residents of Wenatchee unite to back a large civic project drawing regional attention. The community's resolve demonstrates collective effort to advance town interests amid broad public interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wenatchee
Notice to property owners on improvement district No 2
The sixth annual installment for improvement district No 2 covering Front Street, Commercial Street and adjacent tracts will be due by June 7 1919 at the City Clerk's office. G F Gowing City Clerk. May 16 June 6.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Front Street
14Th Street
Division Street
Commercial Street
8Th Street
Leavenworth
G. F. Gowing
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Grand Theater
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O. S. Sampson
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F. A. Sinclair
J. B. Adams
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P. A. Snyder
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