Farm Hand Wages in 1921 Report Variations Across Regions
A farmer survey notes wage fluctuations in 1921 with cuts ranging up to about 30 percent for many, while skilled workers near prewar rates. Average monthly wages cited include around 30 dollars for single men and 38 dollars when compact with 26 for 1934, with married men receiving roughly 10 dollars more monthly for board. Differences by region Nebraska Iowa and Illinois show similar patterns and wide variation in expected price levels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ini
Ilinoig
Nebraska
Iowa Wie
Althoug
Mren
Farm and city wages call for adjustment
The letter argues farm labor is lagging behind city labor in postwar wage levels with farm wages only 50 percent higher than prewar, while city wages are double prewar and railroad pay is about two and a third times. It warns against prolonged disparity and urges an adjustment between farm and city wages and between commodities.
Unclear Note on Property Transfer and Domestic Fragments
Fragmented OCR item records a deal closing for ownership of a home, with scattered names and notes about people, health references, and unrelated garbled phrases. It mentions Mrs Ambrosy, Vincent Jacob, and various domestic subtleties amid unclear actions and dates.
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Theering
Bech
Becheree
Will
Hume
Nj Ambrosy
Mather
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