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Newspaper
Ferdinand News
Location
Ferdinand, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1914
Page
9
Market data from Evansville Indiana dated June 18 1914 lists commodity prices for wheat corn potatoes eggs butter hens cockfighting stock cattle and hogs with per bushel and per hundred weights figures. Prices include wheat 80 cents per bushel corn white 72 cents and potatoes 1 15 per bushel plus various cattle and hog values.
The notice lists train times for the northbound run starting March 23 1913. Train 9 departs Johnsburg at 8:47 a.m. and arrives at Evansville at 5:02 p.m. Trains Nos 11 13 12 14 run solid between West Baden and Evansville. The service includes free reclining chair cars. N A Jochem is the agent.
Washington report notes that 1913 saw 4222 foreign students enrolled in U S universities an increase from 1911. Canada, China and Japan provide many, while Latin American nations also have representation. Also warns against unproven hog cholera cures asserting no government endorsement.
Classified items announce debt settlements before June 27 1914. Furniture piano and property offered for sale. Theodore Peters showcases Hutt air pump at Jasper Machine Works. Superior Orchestra to dance at Benninger's hall June 26. John Kost orders picnic podders for July 4 at his St Meinrad town park. 2000 yards of shade dress goods on sale at Bartley Bros through July 4. Pontia event at St Ferdinand's Hall with June 9 7 80 PM sale. Big reductions on ladies men youth and children wear at Bartley Bros.
The article argues maintenance is essential for lasting roads, while repair comes after decline. It criticizes labor tax systems and advocates permanent skilled labor for sections, noting earth roads need drainage, ditches kept clear, and practical dragging to improve surfaces.
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