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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1918
Page
9
The Associated Press notes a decided upturn in corn values amid mixed reports on crop damage and favorable rains. Opening prices vary, with prices at $1.45 to $1.50 and futures advancing broadly above Saturday levels as hedging activity slows and receipts remain steady.
A June 24 notice calls for four thousand able bodied men aged 31 to 69 for YMCA work in France with the U S Army. Walter M Parsons and M C A leaders stress American standards, recreation, and moral support for soldiers abroad. A cartoonish exchange about a man carrying fourteen saucers ends the page.
A chaotic stock market report notes slight opening declines and mixed tendencies across major exchanges. Commodities and livestock markets show variable moves with Berkshire and Reading garments among listed firms, while dairy and poultry are broadly steady.
Market desks report hogs and cattle prices across major western markets. Prices show heavy hogs around 10 dollars per hundred, cows and fat cattle varied, with steers near 8 to 12 dollars, plus sheep and lamb values noted in Omaha and Chicago reports.
A June market summary from New York reports on produce prices and activities. It notes grain and meat prices, poultry figures, sugar market steadiness, and assorted commodity quotes with several figures and items, reflecting early 20th century market conditions. The text references bids, receipts, and price listings across multiple categories and vendors.
A fragmentary market note describes choice light and heavy steer stock, cows, calves, and packing stock with prices hinted as 810 to? The text also includes a quoted line about hope being an oft declared liar and a remark on a sweet voice affecting the world.
In a fractious South Side contest Davenport’s Overlands beat the Muskies 3 to 1 amid shaky defense and late hitting. Stannette shone in the sixth inning while O’Leary and Vetter supplied early offense as the Muskies squandered chances and failed to rally after the ninth.
American Teagie leads with Iloaston New York Cleveland and Chicago close behind. Detroit Philadelphia and Washington show mixed results with key matchups listed. No other games scheduled tonight. upcoming pairings include Chicago at Detroit and New York at Philadelphia among others.
Browns split a doubleheader with Detroit, taking the first 4 2 and the second 2 4 as Cleveland and Chicago battled in a dull exhibition at Comiskey Park. Detroit also defeated St Louis and Washington toppled Philadelphia, with strong pitching from Coveleskie, Spencer, and Shaw late in the games.
In Chicago on July 2, Douglas Heked delivered a one-basa homer in the seventh, powering the Cardinals to a 2-3 loss against Chicago amid a 10,000-strong home crowd. The Cardinals fell behind early as mistah Phil’s blow sparked a five-run rally, giving Douglas his fourth straight win.
Washington DC June 24 Congressman Green of the ninth district proposes government standard clothing to cut living costs for men. A Liberty suit notion would set Woodsombles price levels, encouraging uniform attire and possible price fixing. The plan aims to reduce expenses while maintaining basic garments, with Green backing a practical uniform standard for men’s wear.
The Independents defeated Lettals yesterday by a score of 9 to 8 in a closely contested game. The result showcased a balanced effort from both sides with a narrow margin determining the win.
Classified listings include farm wagons and gear, vehicles, furniture stock and real estate notes. Numerous Wanted and For Sale items list 1918 Chevrolet roadster parts, safety gear, rental rooms, and household items with contact addresses and phone numbers.
In Columbus Junction Iowa on June 26 children observed Children’s Day at the Reformed church with a patriotic program. The lineup included songs recitations and solos honoring the nation and flag. The service honored fourteen war servicemen on the church flag with several in France. Community members attended visits to Davenport and family news noted by the local paper.
The speaker asks how to begin a light remark about Jim, suggesting a few early jokes aimed at his attitude toward his daughter's band, as reflected in a Boston Transcript style dialogue.
Police report a surge in auto theft with over 2,000 cars stolen in the state this year and a continuation of organized bands. Fords are the common target. “Dutch” Cross, a major thief, remains at large after raids. Sheriff Griffin helped dismantle a gang two years ago. several garages were used to repaint and disguise stolen vehicles.
Town City June 24 five gold stars adorn Lis Lown State University’s new corridor plaque honoring 804 alumni who died in military service not civilian work. The guard of five stars lists Captain Edward Sheehan and five other named veterans with ages and death dates, tied to locations in state and overseas.
Realty notice offers 120 acres near Muscatine with fine improvements and good fences. Also 140 acres four miles from West Liberty and two miles from Attalissa, well improved and priced right, terms easy.
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