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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1935
Page
2
Chicago livestock prices show market moderate to slightly higher across classes. Cattle and hogs steady to firm with top cattle prices reaching new highs. lambs and sheep demand opened active before slowing, feeding lambs listed at 6.25 to 7.35 per head depending on weight and grade.
Chicago market report shows steady produce receipts totaling 5 964 cases with extras and firsts around 29 percent, dirties 25 percent and current receipts 27 percent. Poultry market described as easy with tubs value 19 635 and various specials extras and firsts in mid 30s percent, followed by unclear poultry details.
The report lists receipts totaling 36 trucks with poultry including fowls 17 springers 20 and broilers 14. Leghorn broilers 14 and roosters 14 percent are noted with ducks 18 to 21 geese 18 and turkeys 18 to 20. Potatoes on track at 92 dollars with rival shipments 650 and market moderate overall.
Chicago cash corn prices listed No. 2 yellow 86 1/2, No. 3 yellow 84 to 85, No. 4 yellow 82 to 83, No. 5 yellow 78, No. 4 white 91 1/2. Receipts show 16 cars.
The Iowa Board of Railroad Commissioners announces a public hearing on February 28, 1935 at 9:00 A.M. in Davenport Scott County for Charles T. Durand operator of National Transfer and Storage Company to obtain a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity to operate as a freight carrier across multiple routes in Iowa. The notice lists extensive route limitations and counties affected with the hearing to be held at the County Auditor's office.
An instrument purporting to be the last will of E. B. Young deceased dated August 8 1934 was filed. A hearing to prove the will is set for February 11 1935 at 9:00 AM in the Washington County Court House before the District Court or Clerk. All interested persons must appear and show cause why the instrument should not be probated.
F. Macon presents updates from nearby towns as the Journal continues its distribution network. The column highlights local habits, market notes, and community happenings aimed at readers following regional coverage. Transactions and reader feedback illustrate the paper’s reach.
This week begins with persistent mud as dirt roads deteriorate on Monday. Despite poor conditions some residents remain in town, continuing daily routines amid slick surfaces.
John Cannons of Wyman Henry Mast of Crawfordsville and Tom Porter from near West Chester joined mourners from across the region in the attendance at the Young and Oldfield funerals held at Jones and Sherman funeral homes. The text notes sales plans and buyer confidence despite uncertain weather and extends thanks to past and future participants.
The Morrison feed sale attracted many buyers at one o'clock near Verdi with attendees coming from Ollie and distant areas, surprising the organizers.
The sale of baled hay and corn went strong as buyers rushed to move stock by February 12. The shock corn also moved quickly under the same pressure, reflecting steady demand and efficient handling.
Joe Wright sold bated hay off the Cannon ranch in a sale clerked by Dunham Morrison. The auction began at one o clock as advertised and concluded shortly after with smooth handling and appreciated punctuality.
A colored man named Joshua Johnson was arrested for whiskey production. In court the judge teased him about being related to the Joshua who made the sun stand still, and Johnson replied he is the original Joshua who made the moon shine.
Uncertain weather and slick roads typical for February and March. Officials warn drivers to plan ahead and stay updated on forecasts as communities brace for winter to early spring conditions.
Public notice from Washington Iowa district court referencing the last will and testament of a deceased person. R R Noonan, clerk, indicates order and seal of the court with date February 4 1935.
Richland notes the Feb 3 death of Matt J. Cowgill 85 from illness after a stroke with surviving wife two daughters and grandchildren. Lane Worley 79 died in a road accident near Oskaloosa. Lloyd Duke of Ottumwa funeral in Richland after burial. A. W. Lyons 42nd anniversary celebrated. Newborn Charles Edward Blakely born Jan 25. Local visits and funeral notices complete the community update.
A wife asks if her new gown looks good and her husband replies that she should perhaps adjust it a little further, hinting at a critical if affectionate exchange common in domestic scenes.
A wife shows a decorated birthday cake asking for praise while her husband jokes about counting candles revealing his poor arithmetic. The light exchange captures playful domestic humor at a birthday gathering.
Journal readers explore a notable feature praised as one of the best yet, inviting attention to its depth and clarity. The piece emphasizes engagement with the content and the value of careful reading.
The text presents a looping chain of conditional worries. It argues worry is pointless by tracing outcomes from success or failure to health and fate after death, concluding only two destinations exist and one is unchanged by worry. It ends with a humorous note about shaking hands with old friends.
Readers are invited to mix lines from classified ads to create a humorous Chuckle Ad. Assemble 3 4 or 6 lines into a new ad paste the used ads on paper underline them and submit to The Evening Journal ad department. A free STATE THEATRE ticket awaits for each acceptable entry in the next two weeks.
Odd assortment of ads and notices includes door to door sellers, cash for old items, fur curtains, lambs for sale, a call for prize tickets, and thanks from a doctor. Local residents and relatives visit, with health updates and farm sales noted amid the small town chatter.
A Chuckle Ad must be said up to 2 complete lines from Journal Want-ads. Don’t pick out a few words here ad there complete lines only.
Kalona February report notes Mrs Benedict Kemp died after a short pneumonia illness at age 36. Survived by husband and five children, two others ill, one son predeceased from a field accident. Community sympathy expressed. Also mentions Timothy Grady visiting from CCC and local family moves.
The Wyman community club hosts an old lime literary program at the school on Wednesday evening. Winners of Friday's declamatory contest include Lola Holmes and Carlton Holmes in oral divisions and Helen Henderson with Alexa Davis in dramatic, Ruth Williams and Keith Buffington in humorous. Judge was Mrs. Walter Rauscher of Crawfordsville.
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