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Newspaper
Macomb Daily By Stander
Location
Macomb, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1920
Page
2
Nationwide farmers report a new peak in corn production with higher yields and larger plantings. Feeders in some regions quit operations amid discouragement as cattle movements shift toward wheat farming, signaling a shift in agricultural practices.
The piece surveys cattle losses as herds shrink amid rising beef prices, cites Nebraska and Kansas farmers selling cattle early, notes dairy and meat price pressures on families, and reports a government crop bulletin praising record corn output and large grain stocks, with projections of exports and ongoing harvests.
A reported domestic dispute led to a divorce for Joseph R from Mrs. Lillian M. Pra da. The case cited a mother in law with a temper and a dog that slept in the marital bed and shared breakfast on the same tray. Prada’s mother testified to seeing breakfast served to both her son and the dog in bed.
The Polish war ministry declares women make the best soldiers for guard duty at barracks and supply depots. An appeal for volunteers notes trustworthiness and honesty, with Poland's Volunteer Legion of Women already over 600 members and nearly 2000 applications awaiting processing.
The report notes total harvest at 1 444 000 000 bushels, up 2 000 000 from September, 196 000 000 more than last year and 29 000 000 above average. It cites rye, flax, kafir corn, amyl olase, and potatoes with sizeable excesses. Officers elected include President Mable Linberg and Vice-president Wyssie Myers, with Nell Hinman as Assistant Secretary, Lee Malle Thompson as secretary, and Gertrude Garretson as Treasurer.
The Tuckhatchee class of the Bushnell Presbyterian Sunday school held its annual officers election and social meeting at Skean's lake near Prairie City. Forty members attended and enjoyed a steak fry and assorted edibles. Committee in charge included Louetta Collins Edith Mariner and Mary Miller.
A prosperous farmer visited the By-Stander office to renew his subscription and claimed he paid off all farm debt accumulated over Republican times. He praised Woodrow Wilson for enabling him to settle every cent and keep some savings, noting the capital on which he relied. Outside, a large automobile stood by, the owner noting no others were present.
An unnamed farmer says he plans to keep his Liberty bonds, worth 100 cents on the dollar, insisting they will be more valuable than other assets if voters return to Harding era routine. He warns against voting for changes, framing the bonds as safer investments.
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