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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1915
Page
8
People who order goods from abroad and pay more than local prices are criticized for hypocrisy. The piece argues that loyalty to home commerce is a noble trait, and values residents who practice what they preach over those who preach thrift yet shop abroad.
A Spokesman-Review analysis cites Cowan figures showing five year tax increases outpacing population and valuations. County administration costs have doubled while population rose 11 percent. expenses grew four times as fast as residents. If trends persist, land values could drop to zero.
The piece argues fruit profits will not return to earlier highs and advises apple growers to diversify. It notes a farmer with mixed livestock is better protected and cites Chelan’s state board of equalization hearing for property value adjustments to set the tax rate.
Creamery Items Manager Holcomb notes a week of encouraging milk delivery from Monitor and Cashmere areas. He mentions many ranchers considering silos and emphasizes ensilage to boost winter milk flow and reduce feeding costs under scientific dairying.
John Farrell and wife left Tuesday for Minnesota with further visits planned in Toronto and other eastern Canadian points. Yard master T J Logan takes a 10 day vacation visiting the Spokane fair. Frank Jobson relieves Geo Stedman on the North line. Various engineers and officials are noted with brief movements and layoffs.
Mrs. Frank Reeves of Wenatchee will host Chelan County at the Portland fair with a group of county ladies assisting. Miss Anna Tholin will represent Leavenworth. Bob Dye finished a well for J. B. Adams to irrigate an apple orchard. A hunting party including Dean Adams Elliott and McAneny returned from Stratford with forty five ducks. Mayor O S Sampson of Wenatchee visited town last Sunday.
American Bankers Association members toured Wenatchee valley and Leavenworth by car, impressed by orchard development and fruit quality. The Seattle meeting draws prominent financiers viewing Pacific Northwest investment potential and rapid industrial growth expected to boost state resources and economy.
Low Mass at 730 and High Mass at 930 on the first third and fifth Sunday mornings. Sermons at both masses. Rosary sermon and benediction at 730 Sunday evenings. Sunday school catechism and bible history Saturday 10 followed by altar boys instruction at 11. School Sunday 10 preaching 11 and 8 pm. Everyone welcome. Church business meeting Monday 8. Ladies Guild Thursday with Mrs Hood.
Rev. F. L. Moore formerly of Peshastin will be the new pastor as Sunday School and preaching continue next Sunday. Butter wrappers at the Echo office raise questions about distribution.
Financial statement for Leavenworth State Bank at Leavenworth Washington dated September 2 1915 lists assets including overdrafts bonds warrants 5089 61 other real estate 4 081756 due from banks cash on hand and checks on other banks plus expenses. Liabilities show capital stock surplus undivided profits and deposits with notary public attesting to accuracy.
Mr E Williams of Hamilton Ohio endorses Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey as a ready household remedy for severe colds. The ad claims it penetrates throat and lungs, destroys germs, and aids natural healing with immediate relief available at druggists for 25 cents.
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