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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1906
Page
2
Special notice announces paid advertising rules for the Leavenworth Echo. It states that all resolutions of competence cards of thanks notices or entertainments with admission fees must be paid, while free community entertainments will receive free column space. The note is dated Friday November 16 1906.
The Echo urges Leavenworth citizens to organize an ambitious push to lure the Red Mountain railroad terminal to the town. It warns that a junction with Great Northern at Nason Creek or Chiwaukum could slash local business and property values. The piece argues unified effort is essential to attract capital, jobs, and continued prosperity, stating that a $100000 investment could be worthwhile to secure the rail link.
A reader named Uncle John Holden visited the Eeho office claiming he cannot sleep and may owe back subscriptions. Hours later he reported sleep returning and peace on his couch. The piece prompts neighbors to consider Uncle John’s remedy for sleeplessness.
A local club formed to advance Leavenworth’s framing project gathers residents and officials to discuss the plan. The initiative aims to secure support, outline costs, and set milestones for the proposed frame. Members emphasize community benefit and timely progress.
A proposed state road from Chelan to Kittitas would span the Icicle river to the summit and descend the Teanaway, boosting mining districts and local prosperity. The editorial calls for unified action from Leavenworth and other towns to secure legislative support and capitalize on transportation gains.
A short month remains before the election for mayor city treasurer and five councilmen. Citizens are urged to consider the character prudence and economy of the town’s leaders as they will determine expenditures and tax rates.
The Wenatchee Daily World reports Senator Arthur Gunn favors state purchase of the Columbia River bridge at Wenatchee to make it a free bridge. Chelan county representatives should cooperate in the plan.
The amateur Dramatic Club presented a Sleepy Hollow based play at the opera house to a large audience. Special scenery by S C Woldenberg and new costumes enhanced the performance which outshone touring companies. The production will be repeated tonight at reduced rates.
A week of unprecedented rain floods the valley as rock slides wash out bridges along the Cascade and Wenatchee rivers. Great Northern and Northern Pacific trains are delayed or trapped. the Lamb-Davis Lumber Co. suffers major damage while river levels threaten farms and multiple bridges.
Thursday evening November 22 features Smuggins George Hathaway Jeremiah Jorum Jesse Flyon Jan Jas Johnson Ira Palmer Helen Miss May Wetstein Patty Miss Bessie Walker with vocal solo by Mrs M A Gohimaz duet by Miss Wetstein and Jesse Flynn sketch Waxted A Peach Pie Bertha Turner and Lester Farmer vocal duet by Mrs M A Goblinsn and S C Garrison duologue Pauline Pavlovna by Mrs Garrison and Mr Garrison chores of stringed instruments by Miss Wetstein and pupils piano Edna Peatherstone
George Shepherd reports his pear trees at Mount Vernon produced a second crop and a small third crop this season. He boasts of exceptional productivity and challenges others to match the yield while noting the unusual results with his fruit specimens.
A fragmented account recalls the Humbert case and the Wamberts, noting a French art frame theft linked to a suspect misprison and a significant financial motive. The damaged text hints at a notorious exhibit or relic involving a woman and a breadwinner figure.
The article discusses political turmoil surrounding the Douma government and Press policy under Sve lyypin. It notes shifts among literate organs, calls for a new government, and resistance to compromise. It mentions alleged escapes from government dilemmas, ministerial dissolution, and plans urging patriotic mobilization.
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