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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1929
Page
2
Chicago livestock prices show hogs at 25 000 head with top sows at 12 15 and cattle calves and lambs varying by weight and grade. Amid a flood of figures, buyers weigh steady to weak trends across calves hogs and sheep with grain and feed costs cited and regional notes on auctions, local clubs and upcoming events.
Prices listed for Washington markets include cream per pound butterfattest, reef lard per dozen, leghorn hens per pound, old roosters, spring chickens by weight, ducks, geese, reef hides per ton, cattle hides per hundredweight, horse hides per each, pony hides per each, with a one cent higher payment for poultry delivered. No market for sick or crippled poultry.
July farm life notes show oats wheat and corn to plow while wives preserve produce and feed harvest hands. Obituaries recall Morton Albaugh who farmed near Creston after emigrating on foot, leaving eight children and many friends. Local events include Father’s Day reflections, a martial band gathering, and community updates on town figures and incidents in Washington and Lenox areas.
A fragmented musing about wireless wonder and jazz bands with pianos. The speaker mentions bed stories and speeches, a playful riff on luxury, a bell for a valet, and a whimsical, incomplete stream of thoughts. The tone evokes a nocturnal, indulgent mood rather than a clear narrative.
July Fourth has passed as residents amid weather threats reflect on celebrations. The correspondent notes Wellman and Bell as local figures tied to the town’s holiday mood and aftermath.
Fresh county-wide cleanup drive offers work for large quantities of cleaners. Open to applicants who can sort, wash, and finish brown or white items. Payment terms discussed on selection.
A West cn report from WSUL Keota notes the Pulver orchestra entertained Tuesday evening and drew many listeners. The writer praises the parade in Sigourney and the 4th of July picnic at the school grounds, recounting friendly visits with old friends and reflections on the carnival doing steady business despite intermittent rain.
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