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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1940
Page
1
Photographs from Paul Ver Meer's farm near Polla capture Aberdeen Angus cattle in a snowy setting. Harold Ver Fison showcases a 4 H project herd of twelve, including Lake Prairie Maiden of Evergreen, a noted club calf. The piece notes Angus beef merit, hornless stock, and long success in grand championships and carcass competitions.
The Ver Meer farm near Ver Meer hosts an expanding Angus herd led by Quality Lad of Ebuena with twelve animals including five cows five heifers and one calf. Harold Ver Meer showcases Maiden of Evergreen breeding as the standout cow while the family expands housing and modern amenities. Nearby, the farm runs hogs and cattle on 120 acres with a rambling home and a large barn. Grain and livestock prices show rising crop values but weakening hog prices, with markets noting record hog-corn ratios and prominent shows by Schmidt Bros. and area breeders at national events.
Unclear ad copy promises insurance for farm and city property and auto coverage in various branches. Encourages starting a savings account and life insurance with a company, offering contact by phone or mail. Mentions P.O. Box 14 and a contact named Wis. Dieleman Suzy Town.
Iowa State College extension agricultural economists foresee average declines in hog and cattle prices over the next six months versus the first half of 1939 due to heavier marketings, with lamb prices likely to rise near season end. They note possible stabilizing if foreign demand grows more than expected, despite the record 1939 hog crop and heavy marketing.
The big-comn entro fell sharply from November 16 to December, marking one of the steepest 30 day declines on record. The move reflects rapid shifts in the market over the period, with notable activity during the month end.
Cattle feeding expands as Western farmers increase operations and 11 states report growth. Total slaughter may not rise as much due to calves and heifers kept for breeding amid favorable weather. Western lamb feeding also up with more marketing likely this winter, though a light spring may lift prices.
John Statema was arrested Sunday evening by the nightwatch for disturbing the peace after driving through Sioux Center streets for an hour turning his car switch on and off. The exhaust exploded with a loud bang and he was fined $5 with costs by Justice Te Veltrup.
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