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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1934
Page
2
Hogs totaled 16 000 with 8 000 direct loads, market slow to about steady since Tuesday. Prices top at 4.20, calves and cattle also listed with feeders and slaughter figures. fat lambs noted with 5 000 head referenced.
The W. E. B. O Neil Construction company of Chicago won the general contract to erect the Ford exposition building for the 1934 Century of Progress world’s fair. The project aims for completion before June 1 and will feature 760000 square feet of fire resistant wall board and a 110 foot central rotunda.
The report shows lambs around 90 lb at 8.65 to 9.10 for good and choice, 7.60 to 8.65 for common and medium, and 90 to 98 lb at 8.40 to 9.10. Lambs 90 to 150 lb good and choice range 4.00 to 5.65, with weights all 3.00 to 4.50 for common and medium.
Chicago notes a firmer market across produce with receipts totaling 28 435 cases including 16 percent extra firsts and firsts at 16 percent. Butter market steady with 7 554 tubs and various price levels. Poultry steady with diverse item counts and rising turkey prices. Potatoes on track with 2 342 arrivals and 861 shipments as market slows.
Chicago on April 4 reports No 2 mixed at 47% and No 3 at 46% to 46 1/4% with No 2 yellow at 47% to 47% and No 22 yellow old at 47% and No 3 yellow at 46% and No 2 white at 49% to 49%. Receipts: 28 cars.
The earliest American microscope was produced in 1874 marking a milestone in U.S. scientific manufacturing. This device established a foundation for later innovation and domestic production in optical instruments.
A Chicago grain price table shows May, July, and Sept futures for wheat, corn, oats, and rye. Prices include opening and closing figures with year ago and yesterday comparisons, indicating shifts in demand and supply as trading continues.
Local brief items from neighboring towns compiled by the Journals Subscription staff. Short notices cover community events, meetings, and civilian notices featuring residents and organizations in regional coverage.
April 4 report notes heavy rain improving ground for farming near Eureka and Washington, with remarks on John Speidel’s farm beauty and local home improvements. Mentions illnesses of Ed Fox and Mrs A J Booth, and recounts attendance at H C C Woods sale with buyers from Wayland Noble West Chester and nearby areas. Next sale by Lester Raymond set for Saturday April 7 at 1 30 with antiques.
W M Sutherland reports joining the three quarters of a century club and awaiting word on acceptance. L H Wallace and son Ben of Iowa City visited town. Fred Chalupa of Kalona bought at the Woods sale. Will Kendrick shows five good mules and young horses while L V Emry’s road work impressed. Everett Johnston family and Martha Butler, Columbus Junction correspondents, were noted as new local readers and supporters. Ed Chalupa of Pleasant Hill stopped by Washington as a daily paper supporter.
Robert Montgomery stars as Revel in a brisk murder mystery from Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer with Elizabeth Allan as Scotland Yard’s commissioner’s daughter. The plot follows the killer X who taunts London police with postcards as Revel schemes to steal the Drayton diamond and claim a reward. Lewis Stone plays the master detective with Henry Stephenson as the Chief Commissioner. Ralph Forbes also shines in a supporting role.
Bids will be received at the City Clerk's office through April 19 1934 for garbage collection from May 1 to about October 1 1934. Council may reject any or all bids. W H Fulton City Clerk.
Mrs Ruth Norris reports Easter vacation visitors including Mr and Mrs Chas Dryden and daughter Jessie from Chicago, Miss Effie McCreedy’s guest Kenton Kurtz of Washington, and many locals joining relatives for Sunday visits. Also noted are homecomings, teaching returns, and neighbors gathering at various homes in Ainsworth and nearby towns.
The DAR gathered at Mrs. Schmoeller’s home with 17 members present. Highlights included a chimney assessment at the park cabin, plans to beautify grounds, and an upcoming luncheon for state regents. A program on historic paintings and future officer elections were also discussed.
A reflection distinguishes thinking consciousness from mere sensibility, arguing that a person responds with thought rather than emotion alone. The text emphasizes self aware reflection and personal response over passive feeling.
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