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Newspaper
Leavenworth Echo
Location
Leavenworth, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1920
Page
4
The Leavenworth Echo notes forthcoming primary election day in Washington and urges voters to choose qualified candidates. It includes a long quote from Stanley Webster explaining his labor stance and votes on federal employment, minimum wage, bonuses, and workers rights, asserting support for women’s suffrage and the right to strike under specific conditions.
The former governor condemned for neglecting the victims of the Tusian era now emerges in the anti saloon league as a reformer. Observers say his Senate response could have preserved the movement if he had not faced political burial.
A fragmented note observes that when officials fail in their duties the government reputation suffers. It suggests officials should be held accountable and adhere to upright governance. The piece hints at concern over ethics and proper conduct in public office.
The article urges consumers to buy as little as possible to push prices lower, noting sugar continues to be cleaned up and sold at reduced rates. It cites published statements claiming further price cuts depend on collective restraint by buyers.
Voters face a pivotal state senate contest in a district where local attention and extensive advertising signal strong interest. The piece notes no state treasurer candidate named John J. Murray and highlights the prominence of Murray’s campaign in town commerce.
A fragmented passage notes a figure seeking more time in office, urging loyalty before extending tenure. The text hints at political maneuvering and voter consideration of future terms.
The assessed valuation of Chelar county this year is 821,909.2967. For 1940 it was 17,225,000. Raitmnac property was assessed this year the same as last.
A Capron airship reportedly ready to depart for the United States carries a capacity of about one hundred passengers but faces no rush for passage. The status suggests careful preparation before launch.
Trempsev reportedly earned Shb5.% for his bout with Miske while Miske received $25,000, detailing prize distributions from the fight.
Webster outlines his stance amid widespread rumors in the Fifth Congressional District. He asserts his views on labor issues and addresses misinformation circulating in the district. He emphasizes his commitment to representing workers and clarifies his policy positions.
Verne Shore of Teaven worth reports a family from Aneast BA caught the limit at Lake Wenatchee during their stay. They fished near the Littl Wenatcher where Wenatchee empties into the lake and plan to hunt in the Ne mountain region in a few days.
Edward Clifford, Hart campaign manager, rejects Georg Lamning’s claim that large sums fund Hart’s race. He calls the statement false and notes rivals boast on money while arguing Hart has sufficient funding. The exchange underscores campaign financing rhetoric in Seattle.
The report quotes supporters claiming broad statewide encouragement for Governor Hart's nomination and election. They dismiss late campaign tactics as insincere and pledge confidence in Hart's record as Governor, Lieutenant-Governor, and citizen despite any perceived lies.
The piece explains that Supreme Court primary elections are nonpartisan and warns voters that Justices Borridees Holcomb Tolman appear without party ties. It notes the Non Partisan League has not organized to influence the race and mentions a separate ballot for judicial selections. Robert Bridges is unrelated to Seattle's ex-official Bridges.
The Bureau of Biological Survey outlines methods to remove roosts of blackbirds starlings cowbirds and other birds in residential areas. When legal and safe, shotguns may be used at tree tops starting in early evening with teams of workers and repeated nightly efforts until roosts move to new locations.
Mrs Gan Johnson and her husband in Tridge Ark express deep worry over their baby noting the child has shown no illness yet appears unusually calm and steady raising fears of a latent problem. A Kansas City Star transcription reports the anxious statements with spelling and phrasing reflecting the era.
Mrs. A RB Wecott spends several days in Spokane this week. C McEvoy returns to switchman post in Leavenworth yards. Neal Franklin and wife visit Chewawa River area Sunday. Mrs M Q O Brien guest of Mrs Grace Hitchcock Tuesday. Gladys Simons resigns yard office job to start Leavenworth schools term. Mrs W Bernard visits her mother Mrs N Williams. Miss Fann Applegate from Spokane returns after two weeks with Leavenworth friends. Mrs Frank Hanover leaves for Spokane to visit her mother for weeks. C D Bennett of Oleary Ohio guest at F A Hobeins home. Mr and Mrs H Alevr vacation in Seattle. Mr and Mrs W G McKay travel to Seaforth Ontario to visit Mrs McKay’s former home. They plan about six months in eastern Canada. Loretta Barbar, step-daughter of F A Pinerman, heads to Seattle for Sisters’ School this winter. Mildred runs Portland trip. visiting cousin Miss Gladys Simons. Mrs Z F Beattie from Seattle to spend a few days at home. Her late girl’s Seattle modal treatment shows rapid improvement.
Lutheran church announces Sunday school at 10 00 am no services next Sunday Sept 12 out of town mission festion Sept 19 with services at 10 45 am and 7 40 pm Rev F Soll from Vakime v Treach and Rev Po Grose from Wenatchee to preach public invited M LURCKEL Pi welenme i extended tr Sit Methodist Epticop Rerulay next Sunday morning and evening WM HOSKINS pastor Christian Church Bible school and communion at 9 00 in West home back of Mas sonic Fall communion and prayers urged if unable to attend send verse of ROMY UM Onen surance of prayers
In the Superior Court of Washington Chelan County E V Nelson John Tod and unknown claimants tied to the property face a summons in a foreclosure action. The document outlines the parties and the adverse claims to the real estate involved.
Evy Nelson holds tax delinquency certificate No. 2628 issued February 14 1920 by Chelan County Washington for 1918 taxes on land described as part of the northeast quarter of section 14 township 24 range 17 west in the Wenatchee area. The state seeks foreclosure of the lien with penalties and interest, naming defendants including John D Me as unknown heirs, with Whitmer & Taston attorneys noted.
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