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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1925
Page
11
The text notes a volatile 1924 trading period with inconsistent figures and market shifts. It references Chicago and mentions cola sector dynamics and annual business conditions during November, indicating a broader economic fluctuation theme.
Washington reports describe France proposing to pay off a 4 billion dollar debt over about 90 years with a moratorium first, then reduced annual obligations. Premier Herriot and Finance Minister Dieterennel signed a preliminary plan. The White House and President Coolidge regard repudiation as unlikely and seek assurance of France meeting obligations.
Ninety two passengers and crew rode out a fierce Atlantic gale as the Clyde Mohawk battled 70 miles off Sandy Hook. They were brought ashore at Lewes Delaware aboard two special trains, with many wrapped in blankets or bermenta, and directed onward to Charleston, New York, and Tackoonvilla.
A young widow from Logansport allegedly killed eight relatives and the family baby in Metea near the village, including Henry Bussles, John Dazaler, and Violet Hebaugh. The suspect, aged about thirty, was arrested after the massacre, with claims of mistreatment by the family. The case centers on the widow’s role and motives as investigations proceed.
A fragmented report describes Rob-Express Co. and a 1850 case involving a $18,000 loss linked to a suspect named Lau. The readable text hints at a bold theft, with investigators pursuing clues and attempting to recover the funds.
Warhsheid For the week ending December 27 live trade Chicago prices show top grade beef at 14.00 per kg and bulk cuts at 49.70, medium and good lean meat $7.50 to $16.75, butcher items $3.40 to $11.00, lard and fat products vary, lambs feed and yeorling prices listed. North region vegetables include white potatoes $1.16 per sack, carrots $0.30 per unit, cabbage near 16.00 per ton, apples around 32.06 per car, and grain quotes feature No 1 northern wheat at 75.12, No 2 red winter at 8.10, yellow corn and white corn prices across Chicago and St Louis. Dairy prices show fresh butter offerings in major markets from Boston to New York with small variations.
The House receives the 1920 army appropriation bill totaling 884 181 114 dollars, about 30 million less than 1925. It funds 12 000 officers and 425 000 enlisted, includes 8 000 Philippine recruits, and raises the air service by 2.6 million. Current manpower stands at 11 800 officers, with 7 105 Philippine recruits noted.
In a Las Vegas case, Jary delivers a verdict finding Kid McCoy guilty of manslaughter. The trial centered on a fatal confrontation tied to local disputes in Angelin County, with key testimonies from Selby and HG. Court records indicate sentencing and implications for the involved parties.
Iowa items cover tax issues in 1928, railroad financing, and a Des Moines fire record. Other notes mention the War Finance Corporation, farm bureau activity, prohibition enforcement, and proposed building and plumbing code changes. The report cites Des Moines, Ames, and Polk County figures, with references to Iowa State College projects and state drainage infrastructure.
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