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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1938
Page
7
The text outlines per word pricing for successive insertions with charges: first insertion 1 cent per word, second 1 cent per word, third 14 cents per word, and 1 cent per word for each additional insertion, with a minimum charge of 25 cents. It also notes a 500 word want ad can reach more people in one day than a personal representative can reach in six months.
Multiple classified ads advertise for sale items including hog houses at Eclipse Lumber company and a Delco battery, property for sale or rent on West Washington Street, Angus bulls from C W Lins, 1928-32 Chevrolet rear cantilever springs, and several horses and cattle offerings by Lewis Ebner of Ainsworth. Some listings include phone numbers.
Hogs 2,500 head with 200 top at 8.60, 150 to 180 lb range 8.30 to 8.60, 230 to 270 lb 7.35 to 7.75. feeding sows firmer, holdovers estimate 500. heavy weights down from 2060 lbs. Calves 108 head. beef steers 9.00 to 12.00, yearlings 6.50 to 12.00, cows 4.75 to 7.00, bulls 5.00 to 7.50, calves 5.50 to 12.50. Sheep 7,000 head steady. lambs 8.00 to 8.50, yearlings 6.50 to 7.50, ewes 3.00 to 4.75, feeders 7.50 to 8.25.
Factory conditioned heads for Chevrolet Six models from 1929 through 1933 offered for 7.50 dollars with exchange available. Also used heads priced at 10 dollars with exchange. Sale by Sorren Auto Parts at 23513.
Chicago market brief shows eggs weak with 7112 receipts and varying percentage changes for firsts, extras, and dirties. butter firm with 8471 receipts and multiple grade figures. poultry market steady to easy with ranges for broilers ducks geese turkeys and roosters.
Chicago grain quotes list Wheat May to Sept with highs around 97 percent and lows near 89, Corn May 60 to 61, Oats May 82 to 31, Rye May 76 to 69, with July and September figures shown for several contracts.
January report shows Russell Williams renewing for the Journal. T. A. Michels escorted Charney Denison Herman Peck and the writer to Kalona where Albert Fellendorf from Wellman joined, then to a Michels farm sale in Springville. Fellendorf plans to move early March. The excursion highlighted Iowa City Solon Mt. Vernon Springville area views and a 975 acre farm owned by C. F. Butler, Springville bank president since 1878. Mentions Samuel James Sr. and Emmof. Springville described as bustling with well-kept homes, streets, clubs, and businesses. Sale started at 2 pm. meeting local people and C. C. Ricketts of Jessup who spoke of Jersey cattle sales.
The fragment lists colors and percentages for multiple crop grades such as yellow and white beans with varying figures. It mentions soybeans Des Moines figures and crop totals like wheat corn oats, plus an estimated carrot item and sample grade value.
The May contract opens at 100 percent with a high of 191 percent and a close near 101 percent. The July contract starts at 101 percent, signaling modest gains ahead of trading.
Marietta Ohio, the state’s oldest city, was named in honor of Marie Antoinette, queen of France, reflecting early colonial connections.
The report praises Boyd Berdo as a gentleman and businessman. Paul Signal of Alburnette described Mr and Mrs Miller as fine neighbors and hard working farmers. Buyout interest gathered from Belgium cattle Shorthorn cattle Chester White hogs drawing 90 miles of buyers including George Statler and Sons Keota R 2 West Chester and Albert Fellendorf Wellman. Chick Denison, widely known in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, was honored as a sheriff. The trip was described as first class and the day ideal.
Jack Lindenbaum of Los Angeles, a contractor, fulfills a 30 year dream by tearing down the grade school he attended. The notice mentions local names and thanks to various individuals, including A B Dill of Washington R4, Don Darbyshire from Crawfordsville, and Phillips & Hebner.
Clouds roll over Table Mountain near Cape Town forming a thin white layer that settles across the peak, creating a dramatic highland sight. The image captures a soft, veil like cover over the iconic summit.
David Neiswanger of Red Brick took second place in the advanced division of the Washington township spelling contest held Friday afternoon at Red Brick. The event, reported by Mrs. Luther Cram, showcased local student spelling prowess and community involvement.
Chicago market bulletin shows cash corn prices with No 4 mixed grade ranged at 55 to 56 percent basis as of January 15 with note on market conditions.
Evelyn Givens of Glendale took first and Lois Rose Fitz Gerald of Glendale placed third in the division. In lower grades Mildred Gardner of Havre was first, Helen Givens of Glendale second, and Jean Kennedy of No 7 third. David Neiswanger Martha Birka and Eddie Nelson competed for Red Brick in advanced grades with David earning a niece honor for the highest written spelling score and three percent extra. Don Wilson and Johnnie Green also represented Red Brick in lower grades. Nellie Wiley teaches. Sunday visitors included Mr and Mrs Ray Simpson and family of Manchester Mr and Mrs Stan Kiesey and son at Charlie Wilson’s and Mr and Mrs Cloyce Snider and daughter at My Birka’s.
Sunday social note reports Mr and Mrs Luther Cram visiting for dinner with Howard Darnell and family at their residence.
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