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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1948
Page
5
Market shows 217000 total hogs kilned with 16000 on one day as buyers stay steady to strong for most weights while early sale around 2225 to 2275 for 230 to 250 pound hogs. Cattle and calves totals hold 7500 and 600 with steers and heifers moving slowly. cows scarce and steady, bulls firm to higher. lambs and sheep steady with heavyweight slaughter lambs at 25 to 26.
When leaving briefly, set the refrigerator to its warmest setting to keep food refrigerated with minimal energy use and no new ice. For extended absences, disconnect the motor, remove all food and ice trays, defrost and clean interior, then leave the door ajar for air circulation.
The piece explains that clogged drainage stems from damaged soil structure and loss of organic matter due to continuous cropping. Deep rooted legumes like alfalfa and sweet clover improve aeration and water infiltration, while proper nutrient returns and residue management boost organic matter and long term soil health, increasing yields.
The department of agriculture reports a portable cattle stanchion is being widely adopted in federal and state campaigns against bovine brucellosis and tuberculosis. The device is strong enough to hold mature cattle yet compact enough for a car trunk. It mounts with the lower part about 16 inches from the floor and can be attached to a door frame or chute end, forming a satisfactory pen with panels on most farms.
Civilian accidental deaths from firearms fell 19 percent from 1,300 in 1942 to 1,050 in 1943, likely as many exposed individuals served in the armed forces. Deaths from burns and explosions declined 25 percent from 1,000 to 750. Air transport deaths stayed at 250 and other road transport remained at 200.
In its original unbroken form a snowflake displays sixfold structure with units built in sixes. The design presents endless variation as sixfold symmetry governs its shapes and patterns.
A Lumbermen’s Mutual Casualty Co. report from Chicago shows farming caused 52 deaths per 100,000 workers last year, ranking fourth in fatal accidents among eight major occupational groups. Mining, construction, and transportation were higher, while wholesale retail trade manufacturing services and public utilities were safer.
Healthy pullets can start laying in the fourth month but experienced poultrymen avoid early production. They argue early setters do not develop into large rugged hens and egg size remains small for longer, reducing long term profits.
Report from Guatemala indicates renewed fighting in San Salvador as President Castaneda Castro resigns after heavy clashes. Amid broader Central American tension, Costa Rica says it captured 38 Nicaragua guardsmen involved in the alleged attack on Costa Rica.
Chicago grain table dated December 28 reports open high low and close figures for Wheat Corn and Soybeans across May July September and March contracts. Data includes percentage figures and price-like numbers for each contract and month.
The brown trout is not native to America and was introduced in 1833 from Europe. Eggs were shipped by Von Behr of the German fisheries society, leading to the trout also being called the Von Behr or German trout. It tolerates warmer waters and remains active at high temperatures while its caution and nocturnal feeding habits are emphasized.
A home remedy suggests soaking work clothes in a kerosene and water solution to remove grime. The method advocates mixing kerosene with water for cleaning heavy stains before washing as usual.
The Declaration of Independence was ratified at a convention in White Plains New York on July 9 1776. The event marks a key moment in the American fight for independence with leaders confirming the document's embrace by the assembly.
Coyote State selects the pasque flower as official flower and the ringneck pheasant as state bird. The state motto becomes Under God the people rule.
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