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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1933
Page
5
Secretary Wallace reports 1933 farm income at 6.1 billion dollars with net gains from government crop relief payments. He urges controlled inflation, tariff reform, and planning under federal guidance to balance production with demand and expand foreign markets. He cautions against uncapped speculation and unbalanced prices.
Mrs Annie Krotz and family visited the Chalupa home for cream and cake while Rev Alred preached at Union Dale with revival meetings planned nightly. Local farmers bought stock roosters from Wollrab and Wells, with Buff Orpingtons and Rhode Island Reds noted. Community members hosted, traveled, and assisted with wood cutting as pipeline surveyors move near Taylor farm toward Iowa City.
The lard market collapse worsens Iowa hog producers plight. Dr. Theodore W Schultz of Iowa State College cites reduced foreign demand and high lard production as key factors. A related study by Schultz and Dr. R W Schickele notes limited export outlook and need for lard standardization and nationwide advertising.
The Keota Methodist Church choir under Mrs Rogers will perform The Everlasting Light on Sunday December 17. Soloists include James Stegers tenor and Miss Corona Rows soprano with other listed altos and basses. The choir of about twenty two members plans further performances in Sigourney Williamsburg and nearby towns after the holidays. Seventeen Culture Club members gathered at Mrs M J Witegerald’s home for a Christmas party with Miss Martha Smock reading a Christmas story and holiday decorations displayed.
Westchester reports that children are practicing for Christmas programs at the churches. A number from the area traveled to Washington Saturday to take the children to a visit Sante.
Visitors to the Mace Motor Co showroom report the new Ford V8 for 144 exciting with greater power speed and acceleration. G B Mace notes drivers praise the car for smoother performance and easier control amid strong dealer enthusiasm.
Parents and children attended a visit by Claus and his reindeer with a four year old noting the dogs as eximo dogs. The PL TA study group holds its first meeting Thursday afternoon at Mrs Isaac Spragues inviting all mothers and interested people.
The report praises the Ford V S for better road performance over the last two years. It credits a new dual down draft carburetion system and water cooled thermostats for quicker engine warm up, especially in cold weather.
Baptist ladies hosted a church supper on Thursday despite rain. The event cleared a little over $25 for church work, with most food donated. They thank the public for cooperation and help.
Miss Edith Denfer spent yesterday here on Süstens in a brief local visit, according to scattered notes from the day.
The 1934 Ford V-8 promises more power and efficiency thanks to a new Dual Carburetor and Dual Intake Manifold, quicker cold weather starting, improved thermostats, clearer ventilation, and redesigned exterior with chromium accents. The changes aim to reduce fuel use and maintenance costs while improving ride quality and safety with updated springs and suspension.
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