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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1919
Page
2
The Echo requires payment at regular advertising rates for any paid notices including condolences acknowledgments and fund raising entertainments. Subscriptions are set at two dollars per year in advance.
A political speaker blasts the president for a supposed push toward universal peace while demanding a half million soldiers, a navy, and secret treaties. He accuses the White House of dictation to the Senate, delaying treaty actions, and abusing public funds for personal retinue and travel. He calls for Senate independence and lawful action free of coercion.
Article argues Wenatchee valley apple orchards fetch 1500 to 2000 plus per acre with high profits due to bearing trees and improvements. It cites strong demand, future yields at two thirds of full crops, and the valley as the natural home of apples. Advises investors to seize five to twenty acre parcels and build silos for dairying ventures.
A rural notice urges dairy farmers to ensile green fall crops to save feed and boost profits. It cites M. O. Van Brocklin’s success with wooden and brick silos and claims ensilage can double dairy profits by improving milk output and reducing waste.
The passage argues towns grow with a progressive civic spirit and harmony among residents. It cites Cashmere as a model, praising its well kept homes, paved streets, lighting, and prideful civic effort. A thriving community attracts settlers and trade, much like a neat store draws buyers.
New Jersey congressman accuses Postmaster General Burleson of not providing requested information on office conduct and warns that impeachment may follow if the refusals continue. He claims delayed appointments of 1000 postmasters whose terms expired and alleges Burleson is filling spots with political allies.
Edmund Hazzard Wells, former Seattle journalist and Poindexter publicity head, opened offices in the Munsey building Washington. He plans New York offices within two weeks as the Poindexter campaign expands its eastern press outreach and gains newspaper support across New York and Pennsylvania.
Classified item offers a percent horsepower electric motor and pulleys for sale with contact through the Echo office. Washington notes air nitrate plant distinction as a historical fact in the local column.
The president named the industrial conference of capital and labor members but did not include a single woman despite women bearing the majority of high living cost burdens. Employers appointed 22 leaders, the public group listed 19 members including Judge E H Gary, and labor included 22 leaders.
Lutheran church announces a Monday evening service on October 13 at 7 45 p m led by Rev W Leukel pastor.
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