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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1912
Page
1
Theodore Roosevelt addresses a Milwaukee crowd after an assassination attempt. He downplays personal danger, stresses his dedication to the Progressive movement and public duty, saying his work and the cause matter more than his life.
A Baltimore register highlights over a hundred men enrolled as charter members of the Progressive League of Maryland. The piece emphasizes their high standing in the community and their rare prior involvement in politics.
Sam G Blythe suggests in the Saturday Evening Post that a Roosevelt landslide is possible driven by mass unrest and desire for change. He notes Wilson's victory would depend on party loyalty and anti Roosevelt sentiment from some Republicans. If Roosevelt wins, he calls it a genuine uprising, not a calculated result.
At a Union League Club banquet in New York on February 10 1904 Elihu Root lauded Theodore Roosevelt. He defended Roosevelt as a conservative force protecting property and institutions in Washington and praised his honesty loyalty and leadership more than wealth or detractors.
Wenatchee Commercial Club meeting approved inviting Milwaukee president A J Earling to visit. Proposed extension from Beverly along the Columbia to connect the main line with Wenatchee could carry boats on the river and deliver at least 2000 tons of freight annually after completion.
The Seattle P I faces immediate libel damages suits after a long story about Robert T Hodge the Progressive gubernatorial candidate drew extensive criticism. The publisher is to be served with action and the case will be aired in court.
The Star lauds Theodore Roosevelt for confronting assassination with calm bravery and honesty. It commends his steadfastness as readers across Seattle are urged to join in praise of his fearless response.
The Seattle Star salutes Theodore Roosevelt with sincere affection and cautious warmth. The brief tribute honors his character as a man and leader, expressing respect and goodwill without malice or complaint.
On Wednesday R. F. Templin Martin Christensen and D A Burgett hunted in Max canyon and returned with a yearling and a four point buck. The group credits all credit to the others while Templin recalls his key shot saving the deer from escaping.
H C Sampson head of the National Apple Show visits Leavenworth seeking a strong local display. He urges fruit growers and the commercial club to arrange carload and smaller displays, with Wenatchee and Yakima pledging big exhibits. He plans to advertise the area and asks entrants to request entry blanks from show management.
Gov Wilson speaking at Sea Girt New Jersey August 18 addressed neighbors about the newly formed Progressive party. He said some voters doubted impact of their ballots and warned the new party represents discontent with regular parties seeking an open road forward.
The regular council meeting noted most members present, approved prior minutes and bills for numerous officials. The printing bid for primary ballots went to J W Corcoran at 7.50, and assessment rule hearing was postponed to Oct 29.
Three thousand acres in Wenatchee valley near Leavenworth are selling rapidly with more than 72000 dollars in sales recently. Purchasers are Dunkards who dominate the transaction and plan immediate development of their holdings along the Wenatchee river toward Wenatchee Lake.
Mrs E Crawford who runs the St Francis hotel closed a deal with J B Violette for the Overland Cafe and took charge at the start of the week. Crawford plans to make the cafe a first class restaurant in every respect.
An editorial excerpt arguing that foreign made goods harm American labor and protectionist policy, citing 1893 4 Wilson tariff and warning against a Wilson presidency. Ole Hansen of Seattle arrived intending to speak but left for Wenatchee after news of his wife’s illness. Beecher and Gideon accompanied him.
The October apportionment for county public schools totals 7680.51 with 3815.49 from the county. Leavenworth schools get 656.21, while Wenatchee 2982.77, Cashmere 873.06, Chelan 646.57, Peshastin 319.15, Monitor 241.26, Malaga 183.83, and Lakeside 123.63.
Franz Freund was adjudged insane and Wenatchee Superior Court appointed G. A. Hamilton guardian of the estate. Three applicants competed including Hamilton Mayor and Col. E H Fox. The appointment was made by Court Commissioner Mc Coy with J B Violette reporting.
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