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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1925
Page
2
Chicago market report lists hogs cattle and sheep receipts and price ranges with weekly comparisons. Includes open high low and close for wheat corn oats rye lard ribs and bellies with May July and Sept bids and top values.
Chicago April 11 The agricultural bureau reports Monday livestock estimates with 38 000 hogs 19 000 cattle and 18 000 sheep.
An Athanta Constitution quote notes some people saddle their troubles on the world since it already bears much, and a little extra seems trivial.
Dr B B Fulton entomology specialist Iowa State College advises spraying orchards in spring until leaves reach half inch. Three scale types San Jose scale oyster shell scale and scurf are common. lime sulfur is safest. Use diluted mixtures carefully. oil sprays cannot be mixed with lime sulfur. dormant spray may include lead arsenate and nicotine sulfate for control of aphids.
Market notes list butterfat test per pound at 38 Begs per dozen 22c and various items with prices per pound per pound and per unit. Mentions no market for cull sick or crippled poultry and references hides and geese with price hints.
Chicago market report lists multiple grain futures and byproduct prices for April 11. Wheat and corn mixed values span various grades from No 2 to sample grades, with oats, rye, barley, clover seed, Timothy seed and animal products such as lard ribs and bellies included with quoted ranges.
Wheat prices surged in Chicago as the market reacted to a bullish U S crop report and tighter world supplies. May and July futures jumped with May rising to around 1.60 while corn and oats also advanced and hog provisions declined.
Pole star athlete known as Ducky Pond excels as Yale captain and leading pitcher in baseball while starring as a back in football. The long time Yale football and baseball figure is highlighted for versatility and leadership.
John Petwine, a cautious drinker, recalls a vivid night as Fate and Tony Gragino discuss Marie the Marvelous. A close shave becomes a glimpse into a troubled morning after, with a mysterious assailant, Mac in hospital, and Marie missing.
The County Engineer recommends to the Board of Supervisors changes to the County Road System. Roads to be removed include routes near Richmond Crawfordsville and other townships. Roads to be added include segments near Richmond and the northeast quarter of section 25. The action lists exact quarter sections and directions for each proposed addition or removal.
On April 6 1925 the Board of Supervisors adopted proposed plans specifications and contracts for building bridges and culverts in Washington County Iowa. A hearing to object to these plans specifications or contracts was fixed for April 24 1926 at ten o clock A M at the Board of Supervisors office in the Court House Washington Iowa County Auditor A L Griffith announced UPI style notes show officials Augustin Stamp Adams Riordan Stransk Gerot listed.
The Board of Supervisors fixes April 25 for hearing objections to proposed changes in the County Road System in Washington County Iowa. Objections must be filed in the County Auditor's office by noon on that day.
Government of England does not appropriate any specific sum to support the church. Queen Anne’s bounty, formed in 1704, augments poorer livings. Endowments are also significant. church rates remain voluntary and noncollectable by law.
The text notes that America’s first law school began in Philadelphia, marking a historic start for legal education in the United States.
The text notes rapid growth of languages including Spanish and Portuguese in the Americas and beyond. It suggests a rising prominence of regional languages, with expectations that a South American language group may rival English as a world language.
Good Hardware notes new filing rule for employee leave requests during World Series games. All requests for leaves due to aches colds minor ailments and personal events must be submitted to the department foreman before 10 a.m. on game days.
An advertisement informs merchants that ads serve as guides to good merchandise. It urges clear, honest listings to help customers choose reliable goods and trusted sellers.
Timetables list eastbound services No 4 Golden State to 6 25 pm and No 30 at 6 25 pm with arrivals and departures. Westbound shows No 3 Golden State Limited and No 11 Express with several local passenger and freight trains through Knoxville branch with daily schedules and Sunday exceptions.
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