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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1922
Page
2
Chicago markets show receipts of hogs 19000 and cattle 11000 with heavy trading and price ranges across weights. Beef steers and cows mix with strong lamb and sheep activity. fat lambs and yearlings push higher while feeders and stockers adjust. Official receipts tally 21731 yesterday with shipments 3969.
Leesburg Va August 16 Secretary Wallace told the local farm bureau that farmers must stop bickering with capital and labor and resume production. He compared 1913 purchasing power to 1921 wages, noting farmers bore the worst deflation while workers earned more, yet farmers kept producing despite low prices.
Experts claim wallpaper can affect nervousness and irritability if its tone clashes with the occupants mood. The article notes that choosing suitable wallpaper may help ease feelings of discomfort in the household.
Illinois miners and coal operators will meet Friday to discuss settlement of the dispute that has idled all coal mines in the state for months. Frank Farrington, president of the miners, said he would invite operators to a peace conference. F C Honnold, secretary of operators, indicated the invitation would be accepted.
A quirky aphorism notes a man who darts a lead of an automobile should never marry a girl who darts back, reflecting playful regional humor on dating and driving.
Government geologist reports unlimited supplies of iron ore in the Transvaal, signaling vast mineral potential for the region and possible impacts on local industry and trade.
S W Straus argues thrift derives from learning from mistakes. He credits progress to using errors as stepping stones, not as millstones, and urges youth to avoid repeating missteps. He links thrift to willpower and character development through self denial and efficient living.
Farm Bureau notes a carload lime minimum of thirty tons with names at the office for future orders. A September 6 field day at Earle P. Libe’s farm near Washington will test eleven soy bean varieties and red and white clover. F. Churchill cites soybeans as a home grown livestock protein, with Iowa tests showing cracked beans boosting milk production and hay value, predicting extensive future soybean and clover planting.
Multiple farm ad items from Brighton and Washington Iowa offering Spotted Poland China sows and mates, Holstein calf, Pathfinder and Kid animals, spring bears and early fall litter sows, plus a 1910 Model Ford Sedan and sheller. Includes prices and contact names A Laird Woodford, W Booth, Earle P Libe, J B Hianly.
Miss Martha Foster will lead a five month program in Brayton Clay and Lime Creek townships focusing on commercial patterns foundation patterns cutting and construction selecting materials and decorations. Meetings Friday in Brighton and Saturday in Wellman with one or two representatives from each local group.
In 1920 half of Iowa rented farms used cash leases, but stock share agreements rose after 1920. Cash leases provide more capital and higher risk for tenants, with cash tenants earning higher labor income on average than stock share tenants.
Des Moines reports record entries across all departments despite strikes and financial strains. Over 1,700 cattle entered. barns at capacity and overflow expected. Fair opens Aug 23 with preparations underway including grounds, roads, and decor. A dramatic train wreck stunt is planned for Aug 26 on a 2,700 foot track at the fairgrounds.
The article notes 1915 trends in cash rents and lease types, citing land value and rental increases. It states cash rented farms fell from 57 percent in 1910 to 50 percent in 1920, with many replaced by share leases. It argues cash leases are less desirable for long term agriculture.
The Turkestan economic council scrapped most trade restraints and kept only a few key industries under control. Cotton farming has fallen from prewar levels with about 63 000 dessatines sown in Turkestan this year, yielding an estimated 45 000 tons. Transport costs loom as the state bank plans limited funding and railways hinder shipment. Enver Pasha leads unrest in Bokhara against the Soviet regime.
Members of the Farmers Union in Washington County are urged to attend a special convention at Woodman Hall on Saturday afternoon August 19 at 2 o clock sharp to discuss important business. All farmers are urged to come and participate in this matter and avoid conflicting with Chau tauqua. William Sutherland president and I B Rabenoid secretary.
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