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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1912
Page
2
The Leavenworth Echo explains that editorial items such as condolence resolutions cards of thanks and notices of entertainments with admissions to raise money are charged at regular advertising rates. Free space is reserved for morally beneficial community movements, with no guarantee of Christian exemption.
Tumwater council, after voters rejected taking over Tumwater Light and Water Co and sourcing from Wenatchee River, adopt two resolutions to build a municipal water plant using Icicle River supply. They favor paying ten thousand dollars for the distribution plant if needed, believing voters want a reliable water supply.
The piece argues President Tait backs a policy to beat Roosevelt with Republican support, risking party unity. It notes dissatisfaction after a state defeat and hints at a national committee influence, while outlining John C. Lawrence’s gubernatorial campaign setup in Washington with Seattle headquarters and county offices.
A railway and public service commissioner speaks to taxpayers across the state, presenting issues and positions in a broad public talks tour. The appeals are framed as favorable to his agenda and aim to mobilize support among taxpayers.
A movement seeks an election on whether Leavenworth should be a dry town. The writer argues that liquor abstinence alone won t solve social issues and notes economic and safety factors. He questions if nearby access would shift liquor trade underground and whether prohibition would truly benefit the town.
The article compares saloons and pool halls, noting pool rooms often called Sunday saloons. It urges strict regulation to prolong both, proposing close hours at midnight and on Sundays. The W C T U meets January 6 at the Methodist church, urging temperance-minded women to attend.
The Epworth League held a Tuesday evening social in the M E church basement. A long program featured recitations by Claribel Southworth Ed Rec Ed Mildred Logan Mrs C W Lancaster readings by Miss Ethel Masten and Miss Anna Tichacek a Yiddish Love Song by Mrs Louis H Lancaster and a talk on Progress of Leavenworth in 1922 by Miss Anna Tichacek. Refreshments followed until 11 p m and all expressed enjoyment and hope for another gathering.
Mt. Vernon arrives for a weekend set with a fast semi pro coast club noted for rare scoring this season. The local squad will pitch one game and Brown will start the other while Wenatchee beat Mt. Vernon yesterday 4 to 0.
A testimonial from William Fretwell of Lucama North Carolina credits Electric Bitters with curing malaria after three bottles. The ad asserts the product kills malaria germs in blood, improves appetite and strength, and touts benefits for stomach liver and kidney ailments.
Manley Nelson suffered severe bruising and facial cuts when a switch engine hit Taylor Yocum’s wagon crossing the tracks at the upper end of the yards. Yocum did not see the locomotive in time and the wagon was badly demolished. Nelson was riding on the wagon and was thrown to the ground but escaped serious injury.
In the Superior Court of Washington for Che lan County, notice to creditors to file claims against the estate of Carrie L Patterson, deceased. Letters of Administration issued to Narcise Patterson. Claims must be presented within one year after this notice. Narvise Lervon is named Administrator of the estate.
In the Sept primary, Eros Ot Ee Jon and A. B. Scheele advocate voters’ will via the Republican ticket. St Joe E. Johnson supports the Lyman Lamb slate in the contested race.
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