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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1916
Page
2
Fragmented text questions President Wilsons reelection, editorials attack his policies and public trust. It references Harvey, Colinas, and the America Review, noting harsh critiques of the president and the Supreme Court and calling for accountability.
Windstorm damaged apple cargo and dozens of loads faced loss until the Great Northern railroad granted a special rate of 16 cents per hundred to move windfall apples. The concession, praised by the Wenatchee valley fruit community, is expected to save about thirty thousand dollars in value and ease tensions with railroads. The paper also endorses Judge Wm. A. Grimshaw for Chelan county superior court, citing his evenhanded enforcement of the law.
A garbled 1910s style political recap discusses McKinley era figures, Pershing, Wilson and Bryan with references to Vera Cruz and Mexican relations. It notes Democrats tallying states and women gaining the vote, while meat prices stay high amid tariff debates and Underwood legislation.
The advertisement touts Dr King’s New Discovery as relief for stuffed noses sore throats and tight chests. It promises soothing antiseptic balsams clearing passages loosening phlegm and easier breathing with a full course until the cold is gone. It notes a 50 cent price and 47 years of popularity.
A vintage drug advertisement touts Dr Kings New Life Pills as a gentle laxative to cleanse the system. It promises a full morning bowel movement and urges readers to obtain a dose from their druggist for 25 cents at The Echo office Butter Wrappers.
Peshastin and Soc gather for a program combining music and recitation. Members discuss seasonal harvests, seed plans, and upcoming events. Weather outlook is mild with rain unlikely over the next two to three weeks.
A damaged tribute note expresses gratitude for local support after a fatal accident. It names mourners and the community’s thanks to those offering assistance and family condolences.
Public notices report forest service timing for fires and land use in the Wenatchee area, and announce public sales of real estate in Chelan county Washington. The documents include probate matters for the estate of Jon Cetemeset and Sue Subas Operetah, with dates in October 1956 and references to Leavenworth and the city courthouse.
An OCR fragment mentions individuals and places with garbled text including Leavenworth and Lancaster. It references property for sale, a price around 02195, and varying phrases about tires, wax terms, and an echo office. Details are incomplete and unclear.
Notice states all candidates for listed city offices must file with the City Clerk in Leavenworth by Saturday October 7, 1918. Offices to be elected for the coming year 1917 and terms of office are described in the notice.
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