Leavenworth Man Frank Gregor Killed at Chateau Thierry
Frank Gregor, 27, of Leavenworth was killed July 22 at the battle of Chateau Thierry. A private in Co A, 28th Infantry, he registered in 1917 at Wenatchee and served at Camp Lewis, Cap Mills New York, then went to France in January. He is survived by his father in St Paul and two brothers in the army.
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Frank Gregor
Chateau Thierry
Henry Johnson
Joe Gregor
Henry
Harry Hoxsey
Young Gregor
Wenatchee
Bellingham
Camp Lewis
Cap Mills
New York
France
Co. A
28Th Infantry
St. Paul
Minn
Leavenworth
Great Northern Railroad
Wm. Brendner
Joe
Gold Bar
Great Northern
Frank
Black Disgrace in Portland Shipyard Hockey Walkout
A Portland shipyard dispute on Sept. 7 sees 6000 Boilermakers refuse to work over a half holiday and the 44 hour week. The walkout, described as a disgrace to the state and nation, may lead to action and a return to normal by Monday or next Saturday depending on government intervention.
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Portland
Boilermakes’ Union
Macey
Chiwaukum Hosts Red Cross Dance Fundraiser
The Chiwaukum community held a Red Cross dance at the schoolhouse last Saturday. Proceeds of 53.55 were split between Wenatchee Council of Defense and Leavenworth Red Cross. Mrs Barry of Wenatchee spoke on the Council’s work before the dancing and a midnight lunch. The event kicks off a series of Red Cross fundraisers.
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Chiwaukum
Red Cross
Council of Defense of
Wenatchee
Leavenworth
Barry
Council of Defense
War Worker's Card Party Set For Monday Evening
Community event invites workers and families to a card party Monday evening to raise funds and enjoy games. Organizers emphasize fellowship and a simple supper after the games. Proceeds support local war relief efforts.
Advertised Letters List September 17 1918
Post office advertised letters include Arthur Burke, Mr. Gellis, F M Megonem, Mary Alice Weaver, Miss Alice Searfoss, Mr. Ira Olson, Miss Grace Carlson, Almer. This notice records names awaiting pickup.
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Burke
Arthur Gellis
F. M. Megonem
Mary Alice Weaver
Alice Searfoss
Ira Olson
Grace Carlson
Almer
Fourth Liberty Loan Campaign Opens September Twenty Eight
Public schools across the state will serve as Liberty Loan centers for the Fourth Campaign starting September 28. Each school will host at least three meetings under county chairmen, with one set for October 12. The drive aims for strong farmer subscriptions after year‑end deadlines, while a proposed $30,000 Liberty Bond exemption may boost buying. A state tour train will promote exhibits ahead of the drive, with plans for a mothers’ service flag parade led by gold star mothers.
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Liberty Loan
Discoverey of America
G. K. Weeks
Federal Reserve District
Washington Committee
State Central Committee
Joseph A. Salyell
Swalwell
Senate
Organized Labor
George McGillivary
Industrial Division
C. P. Burnett
State of Washington
Dave J. Burns
Treasury Department
Lister
Naval Training Station
University of Washington
R. P. Oldham
War Department
Washington
France
Soldiers' Mothers Plan War Service Singing Event
Plans call for a public service with a band and songs including Where is My Wandering Boy Tonight Onward Christian Soldiers and the Battle Hymn of the Republic as mothers honor sons in military service.
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the Republic
Red Cross Urges Discarded Clothing for Occupied Europe
Herbert Hoover appeals through Mr. Davidson for 5000 tons of discarded and surplus clothing to aid 10,000,000 imprisoned people in Belgium and France. Desired items include durable garments blankets sheets and shoes plus fabrics for newborns and repair materials. Do not send hats raincoats rubber goods books toys or notes. Leavenworth chapter gets half ton collection September 23 to 30 phone numbers provided for pickup.
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Herbert Hoover
American Red Cross
Mr. Davidson
Belgium
France
Leavenworth
Motor Corps
Booster Meeting Highlights Woodcraft Lecture in Leavenworth
The Leavenworth Mod ern Woodmen of American camp held a Booster Meeting at the Firemen's hall on Sept. 11. J. G. Tate from Rock Island Ill. spoke on Woodcraft. State Deputy R. P. Fulkerson and District Deputy J. H. Kingsley spoke. Members from all county camps attended. An initiation for district candidates is set for Oct. 16 in Leavenworth. A war lunch followed.
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Leavenworth
Woodmen of American
J. G. Tate
Board of Head Auditors
Rock Island
Ill
R. P. Fulkerson
J. H. Kingsley
Leave Your Name With War Service League Headquarters
Soldiers leaving Leavenworth are urged to register with the Woman's War Service League secretary or Mrs G A Hamilton at the post office to receive a prepared kit for every departing service member.
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Woman’s War Service League
G. A. Hamilton
Leavenworth
War Workers Card Party Planned For Monday Evening
A card party for the War Workers League will be held in the League Room Monday night. Patriotic women of Leavenworth have contributed time to war service and the benefit aims to support further war work with the proceeds.
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War Workers’ League
League
Patriotic Women of
Leavenworth
Blewett Road On Ten Per Cent Basis
Road Overseer Tom Parish states 28 800 feet of road built two years ago under forestry dept is now connected with a similar length this year by the county with some forestry aid. Steep grades eliminated and the road is largely on a ten per cent grade and in good condition.
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Tom Parish
Forestry Department
I. W. W. gang’s conviction and sentence in Chicago
The group faced trial and received sentences, revealing the justice system’s resolve to uphold government loyalty and American patriotism despite prior defiance. The case underscores the enduring enforcement of decency and law in wartime society.
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I. W. W. Gang
Chicago
Druggist Wheeler Heads to Seattle With Stark Couple
Druggist Wheeler and Mr. and Mrs. Hal Stark traveled to Seattle last Sunday via the Snoqualmie pass and returned Tuesday night.
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Wheeler
Hal Stark
Seattle
Snoqualmie Pass
Letters From Soldier Boys Joe Betz Wounded in Action
Read letters from Joe Betz of Leavenworth who lived there until moving to eastern Washington. He describes a thigh wound from August 1918, hospital care, sun therapy, and visits by nurses and Red Cross workers. A Washington state hospital support letter praises his courage and progress.
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Joe Betz
Leavenworth
Washington
Joe
Richard Daly
Red Cross
K. R. Wallace
M. C
Arthur R. Priest
France
Washington Boys
County Chairman for Women’s War Service Here
Mrs. Barry of Wenatchee is county chairman of the Woman’s War Service League. She toured the area last week promoting canning drying and preserving to reduce waste and noting Wenatchee’s several thousand jars ready to ship. Local chairwoman is Mrs G A Hamilton and Leavenworth branch support praised. Ranchers donated fruits and vegetables and residents near Peshastin supplied produce. Barry urges boys and girls to save fruit pits and nut shells for gas mask carbon needs.
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Leavenworth
G. A. Hamilton
Deed H. Mayor
Echo
Chelan County
Peshastin
Barry
Prisoner Escort Describes Care After Wounding
German POW on way to the rear carried by guards as fresh fruit is sent in the name of Washington state. He receives hospital care and attention from authorities, enduring pain and confinement but in reasonable condition.
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State of
Washington
Adjourned City Council Meeting Notes and Appointments
An adjourned Tuesday meeting saw four council members present and bills approved including water, gravel, benches, and supplies. Police Judge Davis reported and resigned offices were accepted. W. S. Guest appointed to fill the term. City Clerk Geo Blacksedge resignation read with no successor action.
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Wunder, Pipkin
Bresch
Warner
N.o.nelson Mfg. Co
L.j.howerton
L. J. Howerton
K. & V. B. Hardware Co
K. & W. B. Hardware Co
Tumwater Light & Water Co
Leavenworth Supply Co
W. J. Moon
BCE Scee
Davis
C. E. Tolbert
W. S. Guest
Train Strikes Flock Near Winton Killing Many Sheep
An eastbound freight near Winton yesterday morning plowed into a flock of several hundred sheep one mile west of town. About eighty sheep died and many more were crippled as no shepherd was near to control them. The animals belonged to W E Mudd and the loss is estimated at not less than two thousand dollars.
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Winton
W. E. Mudd
Briskey Sues G W Lumber Co For 10000 Damages
In Chelan County Superior Court this week G W Briskey sues Great Northern Lumber Co as defendant over damages to Briskey’s ranch across Wenatchee river. The case ties to prior dam related judgments and disbarment actions against C Victor Martin. The trial, with numerous witnesses, focused on compensation for land overflow and related payments. Briskey’s lawyers are Barrows and Corbin. Lumber Co. is represented by Morrill and Nelson.
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Chelan County
Great Northern Lumber Co
G. W. Briskey
Leavenworth
C. Victor Martin
Briskey
Lamb-Davis Lumber Co
Wenatchee River
Supreme Court
Martin
Lumber Company
Messrs. Barrows and Corbin
Wenatchee
Messrs. Morrill
Spokane
L. J. Nelson
Shipyard Labor Spirit and Incentives Call for Hard Work
A Seattle foreman criticizes overzealous business men who rush to complete ships in one night. He praises workers who answer the nation's call and urges less slacking. Pacific coast yards show strong output, but higher production could come from sustained effort and cooperation with labor bosses.
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Seattle
Himsel
Pacific Coast
West
Advertisers Urged to Submit Copy by Wednesday Noon
Under new regulation and conservation need the Echo demands ad copy for the current week be in the office by Wednesday noon to ensure insertion. Early submission yields better position and a more attractive ad. late copy may be rejected or placed poorly. Get your copy in on time Wednesday noon.
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The
Echo
Mr. Advertiser
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War Worker's Card Party
M. W. A. Booster Meeting
the War Workers’ Headquarters
WAR Workers
Blewett Road
J. C. Betz, Co. A
Inf. A. E. F
Paris
Allison Barry
G. W. Lumber CO
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