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Why Leavenworth Prospered and Will Grow and Prosper
The piece argues Leavenworth’s growth depends on the upper Wenatchee Valley apple industry. It notes higher elevation, flavor, and later ripening boost profits, with shipments rising from about 30 cars to potentially 500 or more, forecasting continued prosperity if fruit demand and production grow.
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