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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1926
Page
2
Chicago markets report mixed commodity futures with wheat May and July futures down from earlier levels. Hog receipts show active trading with several weight classes, hogs and sows prices varied. cattle and sheep receipts reflect softer demand and steady to lower quotes on fat steers and feeding lambs.
Chicago cash grain prices show Wheat No 2 at 1.84 1/2. Corn values range across No 4 mixed 75 75 1/2 to No 6 mixed 69 70. Yellow varieties No 3 77 1/2 79, No 4 74 1/2 77, others 72 74 and 70 72. Oats No 2 white 42 43, Rye No 2 1.96, Barley 65 78, Timothy seed 7.90 7.65, Clover seed 27.25 31.25, Lard 15.20, Ribs 14.30, Bellies 16.87.
Chicago January 2 Official livestock estimates list hogs four thousand cattle seven hundred and sheep one thousand for tomorrow.
Dr M W Mayfield, a woman who allegedly masqueraded as a man for over twenty years, was thought to have practiced medicine in Mason City more than 36 years ago. The disguise was uncovered when she fell ill and needed a nurse.
Over 590 poultry raisers report benefits from 20th Century Tonic claiming cures for colds and cholera symptoms, with worms and diarrhoea in chicks reportedly prevented when used as directed. mentions new Chamberlain's Chick Feed.
Describing urban fringe areas as a major opportunity, Dr. M. P. Burns of Philadelphia urged the Methodist church to expand city work. He warned denominations neglecting suburban spiritual welfare risk moral decline as city dwellers abandon rural life. He called for renewed funding and missionary effort to serve growing suburban populations.
Rev. Raymond Reed preached Sunday at Eureka church with a short afternoon talk. the congregation enjoyed a fine dinner in the church basement served by the women. Chas McKay hosted Reed at his home. C. P. Grasscup announces a closing out sale on Feb 10 as he plans to move to a warmer climate.
A reflection noting that a bully is always a coward while a brave man may face danger with resolve. The author contrasts fear and cruelty, implying moral judgments about strength and dominance.
West Chester Iowa item highlights daily visits by Mrs. Orville Elder and Adam Weber, farmers visiting for business and farm prospects as February nears. It mentions local jokes and anecdotes about washing, sleeping, and a tale of George Washington. Readers hear about cat Jiggs, a sale at Howard Fisher, and Maglone moves to Wellman with Mr Auld arriving.
Bankers Life visitors noted Jep Walon and his mother enjoying a new radio, calling it the era's greatest invention. Brumback visited Fairfield. Keokuk man G A Ross died suddenly on the way home from a cereal plant job. Coroner Vorpahl to investigate C H Caldwell electrocuted at a Cedar Rapids power plant after contact with a high tension wire.
Five Decorah taxpayers challenge a $61,500 bond issue for a $50,000 paying program contending no competitive bids were made and alleging contractor breach and bidder collusion. Petitioners include M. T. Grattan J. H. Duncan Martin Horan Mrs. Frank Carolan and Amasa Miller.
An advertisement extols McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Compound Tablets promising rapid weight gain. It touts vita mines and sugar coated tablets, asserting 60 tablets cost 60 cents and a money back guarantee if five pounds aren’t gained in 30 or 60 days.
The advertisement lists per pound and per dozen prices for hens ducks geese swan geese and horses at Washington markets. Items include hens over and under four pounds ducks in several colors and large breeds and beef and horse hides. Some entries are inconsistent or incomplete.
Sale dates span February 3 to February 17 listing buyers and locations near Wellston Washington Keota Haskins and nearby areas. Names include Jacob Adle Clarence Phillips Clarence Grasscup Israel Davis estate O H Palmer C L Tobin and Ed Miksch. Ex winners noted as executors C O and C S Davis.
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