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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1922
Page
2
Estimated hog receipts 20 000 cattle 10 000 sheep 16 000. Hogs sell strong 10 higher than Tuesday with top 11.15 and bulk 9.15 to 11.05. Beef cattle see highs 10.60 for large lots and 8.60 to 10.00 for medium to good. Lambs and sheep show mixed gains with lambs 12.25 to 13.50 and yearlings 8.50 to 11.75. Receipts total hogs 28 046 cattle 11 145 sheep 15 130 calves 3 956. Market tone steady.
Iowa farmers organize to combat chinch bugs described by farm bureaus and R S Herrick of the state horticultural society. Lee county bureau drafts an insect history and spraying guide sent to county farmers as the pest invades wheat corn rye barley cane and Sudan grass fields with adults overwintering in rubbish and migrating to fields in spring.
County farmers club calls a gathering at Woodman Hall Washington on Saturday July 15 at 1 30 pm to finish booster picnic plans and conduct important business. All factions urged to attend. Officers Wm Sutherland president I B Rabenold secretary and treasurer listed. 12414
The Lee County Farm Bulletin outlines chinch bug infestation control using a spray formula of light oil, Grandpa's Wonder Tar soap, and Black Leaf 40 for 100 gallons of water. It notes fungal growth under rainy or foggy weather, recommends burning stubble if dry heat persists, and urges planting legumes to deter pests.
Chicago July 12 The Illinois hairdressers association heard speakers declare the long skirt signals the end of bobbed hair while the ear will not emerge as a facial feature. Charles Miller vice president of the organization said the ear may appear in winter decor but is generally unbeautiful to expose fully.
Government geologist reports unlimited iron ore supplies in the Transvaal region. The finding suggests vast mineral resources and potential industrial impact for the area and national economy.
Analysis reveals the axe head is made of copper and a zinc alloy, indicating the Inca used brass. The artifact demonstrates early metallurgical skill in alloy creation.
Iowa dairy work head C B Finley urges dairymen to spray cows for flies to boost milk output and ease animal stress. A formula using coal tar dip fish oil and other oils is described with steps and quantities. Also notes corn damage and hog tuberculosis testing incentives from packers starting July 1 with premiums for tuberculosis free counties and Les Moines county efforts.
Iowa extension expert C. B. Finley notes cows can forage on lush spring pastures but should receive grain before pasture quality declines. He warns against complete pasture feeding and cites Iowa State College experiments showing summer grain feeding sustains milk flow and yields through later lactations, making it financially prudent.
County agent W A Posey reports Sac County farmers extensively test Hubam alfalfa as a summer and fall pasture crop with leafy growth after grain or hay removal. Tests indicate Hubam serves as an emergency leguminous hay when red clover or alfalfa fail in cooperation with Iowa State College Ames. A Holstein herd in Allamakee County led by Clark Brothers produced 80.1 pounds butterfat in a month and 1,155 pounds milk per cow, while a nearby dairy with a flour mill and cheese factory markets its dairy products. C B Finley notes flies and lack of succulent feeds hinder dairymen in hot weather, reducing milk yield and milking efficiency.
Des Moines county farmers report cut worms causing heavy damage across fields. Kingston area and nearby farms show extensive losses with 120 acres, 80 acres, 50 acres and 200 acres affected according to Louis Greiner, Jas. Duncan, Fred Greiner and L. BE Clevenger.
Muscatine reports sixty two drownings so far this season, with several deaths in nearby towns. comparisons show eighty nine drownings last year, and hottest months ahead suggest higher fatalities. victims listed include Raymond Nugent Roy Durbin Wilford Hurd Herbert Holmquist R G Smith Charles Sherratt Herbert Harter Reynolds Cary Harold Miller Donald Middleton George Beach Henry Middeaugh and George McGraw.
Courtney Ryley Cooper, born in Kansas City and raised across the West, rose from clown to famed writer and press agent for the Sells-Floto circus and Buffalo Bill, later serving as a Marine in France. He authored Shoe-String Charlie and other works, with Mrs. Cody coauthoring Memories of Buffalo Bill.
The Missouri Valley high school vocational class led by Prof. D A Van Cleve studied corn planting costs across 15 farms totaling 895 acres. Avg 39.6 acres per farm. 5.18 man hours and 17.9 horse hours per acre. seed 1–2 dollars per bushel. average cost per acre 9.42 dollars with farmvariations 1.43 to 5.75 dollars. Last fall they tracked husking costs at 965 acres from 16 farms, averaging 5.6 cents per bushel or 1.43 dollars per acre.
Chicago officials report 9.6 percent of street car workers favor a strike with a referendum seeking a one year renewal of current wages. The union, backed by a near unanimous vote, vows no strike unless wages persist. Analysts note 300000 plus motor vehicles and 900000 daily riders could be affected.
Four persons including two women were arrested by police in New Orleans for violating federal injunctions aimed at preventing interference with train operation. They are charged specifically with assaulting a maid employed by the Pullman Company.
London reports arrangements for repayment of the British loan to the United States in a lump sum soon. The plan calls for a joint loan to be raised in England and America to fund the repayment.
A sweeping storm lashed Iowa Illinois Missouri South Dakota Nebraska and Kansas causing deaths and $1 000 000 in damage. Chicago faced major flooding with the Blackstone Hotel basement flooded and several subway and streetcar lines disrupted.
Paris July 12 More tobacco use climbs in France while cigar consumption falls. War period pipe smoking gains popularity among ex-soldiers who prefer pipes to tight cigars. High quality Havanas remain in demand due to wartime profiteer buying.
Mrs Laura Craver discussed Rev Craver's mission fields in South America and Mexico as the Lexington Circuit M E Church held a Thank Offering totaling 7 90. Plans for services next Sunday include Pilotburg preaching at 9 with dinner, Minear at 2 with Communion, Lexington church school at 10, Epworth League at 6, and the Fourth Quarterly conference reports due. Ivan C Them Pastor.
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