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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1912
Page
6
A Washington gubernatorial race editorial lauds Bob Hodge as a strong candidate facing an aggressive anti Hodge campaign. It praises his labor roots and public service, attacks the opposition machine, and argues for reform in Olympia. It also quotes Labor World criticizing Professor Wilson's stance and platform.
Governor McGovern backs Roosevelt for re election praising his progressive stance while Wilson lags with old line Democrats. Roosevelt speaks from hospital after gunshot wound stressing selfless dedication to the cause, earning praise for bravery and sincerity.
Peshastin news reports absences due to sickness and several relocations including Sidney Adams and J E Alexander moving to Cashmere and Leavenworth respectively. The county poor farm inmate died and was buried at Peshastin cemetery. A political meeting occurred at the old school house. Henry Harrison bought horses for Peshastin Lumber Co. and the Clayton family relocated from Seattle to the Jacob Webber property.
Enos Lollar of Saratoga Indiana says he has sold Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for fifteen years and believes it is the best on the market. Available for sale by all dealers.
A Taft rally at Scenic Theatre drew fewer than thirty attendees. Speaker Kelleran led the event with brief remarks. E J Ferguson joined as joint senator candidate and Sam Sumner spoke for representative. Other Republican candidates like Charles Kenyon and N M Sorenson appeared for brief announcements.
A large audience attended the first town Democratic gathering of the campaign at the opera house. Speakers included C A Battles and T E Cade on Republican extravagance, with Hon Frank Reeves of Wenatchee delivering a stirring speech praising Roosevelt and the Progressive party.
The Moore and Burce pool room and apartments firm dissolved last week. Charles Fox buys Moore’s interest and the firm becomes Burce and Fox. Fox is a known local figure and part of Fox and Haines real estate. Moore plans to seek new fields and left for Seattle. A R McCallum of Warren Bros paving reported road trouble between here and Cashmere after travelling from Wenatchee.
J. E. Ferguson and Gene Hamilton were riding to Peshastin yesterday afternoon when near the rock cut they abandoned the buggy as the horses bolted. The team was stopped near the cut while the buggy suffered extensive damage.
Dr. Judah reports the arrival of a nine pound girl at the home of Roman Fromm yesterday morning. The birth adds a new member to the Fromm family as neighbors extend congratulations.
The Echo Office lists manifold typewriter paper for sale. Local buyers can procure sturdy perforated sheets suitable for document work and drafting tasks. Availability advertised with corner shop accessibility and competitive pricing.
A呼prescription for rural reforms urges land ownership by farmers, school improvements, land conservation, farm insurance, and repealing reciprocity. It endorses farmer cooperatives, fair competition, and social value of farming life while condemning dishonesty among big producers. Col Roosevelt’s first post assassination speech in Madison Square Garden draws 20,000, with a long ovation after a 42 minute delay.
The piece urges ruthless brightening of dim interiors using white paint and enamel, light paper in sunny yellow, sheer net curtains, and framed pictures. It recommends many mirrors to reflect firelight but cautions against hanging them too high to avoid reflecting the ceiling.
Wilson Pa resident Mrs P H Brogan testifies from experience that Chamberlain's Cough Remedy surpasses all others for coughs and especially croup. The product is available from all dealers.
Notice to Contractors inviting sealed proposals for grading streets in Leavenworth Washington. Bids due 8 p m November 26 1912 with 5 percent certified check. Work includes Front Commercial and related streets, cross walks drainage and alley grading under Local Improvement District 2. City reserves right to reject all bids.
Mr. Murray prepares for a grand opening with a full line of ready to wear women’s clothing and millinery. He has years in the dry goods trade and aims to meet local demand while expanding stock as needed. County Engineer Berry and deputy Nolan meet State Highway Engineer Roberts to inspect the south side road delayed by three weeks of rain. John Hadene of White River Valley was in town shopping and selling furs.
For parents of young children a common issue is stomach disorders. Chamberlain's Tablets are advertised as easy to take and mild in effect, claimed to correct digestive problems. For sale by all dealers.
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