For Sale Two 1937 and 1939 A C combines
For sale two 1937 A C combines and one 1939 A C combine all in A 1 shape. Miller Garage West Chester.
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West Chester
A. C
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1942
Page
7
Markets report highlights hogs cattle and sheep figures
Chicago market update shows 6,000 hogs fairly active and steady with top hog prices around 15.10 and weights 180 to 240 pounds bringing 14.85 to 15.05, 240 to 270 pounds at 15.00, and 400 to 560 pounds 13.50 to 14.00. cattle 1,000 head with fed steers and yearlings lower and top at 15.35. sheep 2,000 head steady to strong with native lambs 15.00 to 15.35 and ewes around 6.75. tomorrow's estimates expect hogs 500, cattle 500, sheep 200.
Eggs market firm in Chicago receipts report
Chicago August 21 UP dispatch notes a firm eggs market with steady receipts and continued demand. Trade sources cite stable quotes and little price movement amid regional activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Market Report Shows Mixed Poultry Demand and Prices
Market firm with 12,166 cases and strong firsts 354 percent amid receipts 32 percent. Poultry receipts 38 trucks with small hens 2414 and heavy hens 23. leghorn hens 204 percent and colored springs 24. tom and hen turkeys 22 and 26. No 2 hens 19 and No 2 turkeys 19.
Chicago Cash Grain Prices Report
Chicago cash grain report lists corn with yellow and white grades ranging from 1 to 5, oats with mixed and white varieties, and soybeans priced at 1.71 for yellow beans. The data shows per category numbers and percentages for several quality grades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Chicago Grain Table Shifts on Open Close in Wheat
Chicago report shows grain table with wheat prices on Sep and Dec contracts. Open high low and close figures indicate slight movements in Sep 1.18% and Dec 1.21% around 1.21 dollars per bushel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Market Summary for Grains and Beans
Grain prices for corn oats rye and barley appear mostly steady with minor fluctuations. Soybeans show activity with noted values in late autumn and fall delivery months.
Deep Sea Expedition Tackles Atlantic Mystery
A West Indies deep sea expedition uses a five mile long fish line and a giant fish trap baited with colored lights to lure the unknown citizens of the Atlantic’s greatest depths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic
West Indies
New Jersey Farmers Seek Silo Upgrades for War Demand
New Jersey farmers needing extra silo capacity to expand livestock and dairy output for the war may rely on trench silos or similar designs that require little or no metal due to steel shortages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Jersey
Road death toll in Free State rises to new peak
The Irish Free State reported 202 road deaths last year, up 18 from 1931, the highest 12 month total on record. Most victims were aged 20 to 30, with the youngest 14 and the oldest 82. Injuries reached 2 934, another record high.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Free State
Irish Free State
Weasels balance harms and benefits in nature
The text notes weasels could wipe out small birds and animals if abundant. It says they are prolific yet self-limiting, as they fight among themselves. It also highlights their value to humans in controlling rats and mice despite being ruthless predators.
Electric Eye Lights Auto On for Dark Car
A New York motorist uses an electric eye device to switch on parking lights automatically at dusk. The system detects darkness and activates the lights without manual input, reducing night driving hazards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Ed Muck bungalow at 509 West Jefferson for sale
Exclusive agent George J. Breitenbach advertises the Ed Muck property a five room bungalow at 509 West Jefferson Street. Built as a home not for sale owners leaving Washington list dates August 13 14 15 18 21 and urge interested buyers to view the modern fully equipped residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed Muck
West
Jefferson Street
Washington
George J. Breitenbach
Hottest Day Since August Sees 95 Degree High in Washington
After a spell of fall-like weather, Washington recorded a 95 degree high yesterday. August 1 reached a peak of 100 degrees, the year’s first and only 100 degree day so far. Since then, highs have mostly stayed in the eighties with nights dropping to 52 degrees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Draft Boards to Call Men With Families Before Christmas
Brig. Gen. Lewis C. Hershey announced that Evanston draft boards would begin calling men with dependents before Christmas. The statement outlined a priority for those with families in the wartime draft process.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evanston
Lewis C. Hershey
German Troop Move Reported From Greece to North Africa Crete
Balkan reports estimate 15,000 German troops shifted from Greece to the North Africa front and the island of Crete. The move signals redeployment amid ongoing war in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ankara
Turkey
U.P
Balkan
Greece
North African Front
Crete
Burglars Enter Shell Station in Wellman. No Theft Reported
Sheriff H. M. Putnam received a report that the Shell oil station at Wellman was entered by burglars sometime last night, but nothing appeared to be missing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. M. Putnam
Wellman
Germany admits Russian air raids on Poland night
London report says Germany acknowledged Russian aircraft bombed Potman in Poland and other Polish areas during the night with high explosive bombs causing slight damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
England
U.P
Germany
Potman
Poland
Dances at Tama Draw Small Crowd
A crowd of under 500 saw the Mesquakie Indians open their annual pow wow in Tama. Dancers were mainly women and children while many men worked in harvest fields. Several tribesmen were on furlough from the armed services. Milyton Brown won best boy dancer title.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tama
Armed Services
Milyton Brown
Brazilian Air Force Captures U-boat in Atlantic Action
The Brazilian air force reportedly captured a U-boat in the Atlantic, the second submarine taken out of action during the anti submarine search after a Nazi vessel sank a ship in Brazilian waters last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rio DE Janeiro
U.P
Brazilian
X rays Probe Hollow Hearts In Potatoes And Apples
Portable fluoroscope examination reveals how hollow heart forms in potatoes and how core flush and water core develop in apples. Researchers study causes to understand the internal faults in these crops.
Bargain Hunter Buys Stamps Before Rate Increase
A shopper rushed to the post office to buy ten dollars worth of two cent stamps after learning prices would rise. The scene highlights urgency among stamp buyers as postal rates change.
Midway Sale Co. to Close Household Goods Auction
Midway Sale Co Columbus Junction announces weekly community sale on Wednesdays and a Friday sale at Whittaker sale barn. On Aug 27, Thursday at 7 PM a closing out sale of household goods will be held at 320 W. Sec, Mrs. Tom Parsons listed as contact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Midway Sale Co
Columbus Junction
Whittaker Sale Barn
Tom Parsons
Area FSA planning redefines aid for Iowa and Missouri county farms
Cecil F. Rooks, county FSA supervisor, outlines area based planning for low income farmers in Iowa and Washington county. Four planning regions are defined Midwest Dairy West Central Corn Belt Missouri Valley Livestock and Grain and South Iowa North Missouri Pasture. West Central Corn Belt includes this county. The program covers war needs fact finding and long run adjustments to align land use farm size tenure and community development with local resources and conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farm Security Administration
Iowa
Washington County
Cecil F. Rooks
FSA
Midwest Dairy
West Central Corn Belt
Missouri Valley Livestock and Grain
Missouri
West Central
Corn Belt Area
Rooks
Mr. Rooks
Fattening Poultry: Controlled Feeding For Better Market Weight
Poultry experts advise feeding cockerels in a comfortable pen with ample mash grain and water. Electric lights boost feed intake while avoiding overfeeding the first days. Fattening lasts 7 to 14 days, with 3 pound springs ready for two weeks if prices hold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. M. Vernon
Iowa State College
Potatoes Should Be Dug Early Before Vines Die
Washington county gardeners are advised to dig potatoes before vines are fully dead for best results. Early harvest yields better seed and tastier potatoes, with summer digging of early varieties aiding storage. After digging, tubers should be stored in a cool basement or cave in dark containers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington County
J. W. Chandler
General pilot flies own plane headlining Caribbean base
Brig. Gen. Edwin J. House, commanding officer of the Army Air Forces fighter command in the Caribbean, is shown boarding his plane after inspecting one of his combat units at a West Indies base. General is among the few Air Force generals to fly his own aircraft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Air Force
Edwin J. House
Army Air Forces Fighter Command
Caribbean
West Indies
Clinton visitor joins Por ter family at home
Mrs. George McGinnis of Clinton Wisconsin arrived this morning to visit her parents Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Porter. Mrs. George Slosser, who has been in town since Tuesday, will depart tomorrow for Mt. Vernon Missouri.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George McGinnis
Clinton
Wisco
J. A. Porter
George Slosser
Mt. Vernon
President Roosevelt signs allotment bill for armed forces dependents
The president signed legislation allowing the army and navy to start paying allowances to dependents of service members. Payments need not begin immediately, with the War Department unable to assure start before November 1 but the navy likely to commence soon after.
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Washington
U.P
Roosevelt
Army
Navy
War Department
Potatoes Need Sunscald Protection and Timely Harvest
The biggest danger to the potato crop is sunscald and rot. Potatoes require protection from sap and light to stay best. Pick up potatoes as soon as dug or covered with vines. Digging is best in early morning or late evening. if dug in the evening, cool overnight and harvest next morning.
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Chicago Livestock
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Chicago Grain Table
Ainsworth Produce
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