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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1918
Page
2
Estimated receipts today show cattle about 3 500 and sheep around 4 000 with early bids higher. Trade starts slow with top cattle near 96.10 and packing hogs around 16.40 to 17.25. arrivals largely direct to packers, market weaker versus the week’s pace for fat sheep and yearlings.
Grain markets report from Iona City Iowa lists prices with company E W Wagner and Co and manager I B Hunt. Key figures show price levels around 1.60 to 1.61 with various percentage indicators and a 75 percent reference point.
Letters from Mrs T Neurever and others in Wisconsin and Ohio recount relief from croup, whooping cough, and bronchial cough after using Foley’s Honey and Tar Compound. Citizens cite successful home cures for children and adults, with mentions of Lemmons Pharmacy in Washington.
Dr Edward Rumely vice president secretary and publisher of the New York Kyvewing Mail faces perjury charges tied to a statement accusing the paper of being American owned. Government evidence shows the paper backed by Imperial Germany paid agents 745000 to transfer control to the Kaiser.
From Our Exchanges reports Bert Orris sold his stake in the Olds grocery. Harper and Gardner of Washington arranged the deal. The Crawfordsville Imprint hopes Bert and his family relocate back home.
Pilotsburg crew Squires H Bo Chapman John Bell and Aten Fickling worked the oats field on Mr Fickling s farm. The binder neared completion with about 50 acres remaining. Oats cut show light straw and light ground cover but heads are well filled and quality looks good.
O K Scott drives a binder at top speed just over the fence and expects timely completion if weather allows.
O B Mouser drives the binder in his brother Fred s oars with A J Shillig of Richmond helping set them up. Field work covers 40 acres for Fred and 25 acres for O B before 12 acres of spring wheat. Mouser notes fifty years at the trade and a veteran oat handling style. Ray Bell quits work with QOB Mouser for a brief vacation before army entry.
Stronsky Brothers finish oats and corn work and move to hay making. Albert uses goggles during haymaking to protect his eyes from dust and says they are very helpful.
Jay Carris received solid help Friday evening as J W Enslin from Clark and Enstin tried shocking oats at Carris farm. Enslin admitted hunger and fatigue after an energetic half day, while Carris anticipated near completion with continued aid from his capable driver through Saturday.
R. G. Shaver of Kalona returned from Missouri last evening where he had been looking after business. He says hay is all up and grain all cut and that he and his neighbors are going to begin threshing next week.
Farmers unable to harvest clover hay due to labor shortages left hay on fields. Frank Mann estimates plowing under a ton of clover yields about $10 worth of benefit to the next two corn crops, worth nearly double at current prices.
A proposed plan suggests using German prisoners for farm work in this country. The German peasant understands basic farming and is willing to work, a view reflecting the belief that such labor could benefit rural areas and relieve domestic shortages.
Prairie Farmer reports German prisoners captured in America are not zealous for militarism or the Kaiser. They seek three square meals and a peaceful life, with much of the German propaganda run by Prussian aristocrats. Most may settle as Americanized workers who will not return to Germany.
Dean F Curtiss announced reshuffles in the agriculture faculty for Town State College. W H Pew resigns after six years as animal husbandry chief to run an 1100 acre farm near Cleveland, Ohio, owned with his father. H H Kildee, previously head of animal husbandry at the University of Minnesota, will take over.
Judge John T. Moffit orders court adjourned until after harvest. He plans to work with a farmer during the harvesting season, wages to be set by the farmer based on earnings. Court resumes after harvest concludes.
Johnson County fields show wheat scal infection with beardless spring wheat up to fifty percent in some areas. Bearded spring wheat averages twelve percent while winter wheat shows five percent infection. Oats are largely free of smut. barley is in good condition but ergot present. leaf and stem rust common in small grains.
The article notes that the name Alaska was first applied by W. H. Seward and that prior to 1867 the region was known as Russian America. It claims the word derives from the Aleut phrases alak shak or al-ay ek-sa meaning a great country.
Dr. Chas Darbyshire has enlisted, passed the first army medical exam in Des Moines, will take another in Omaha next week, and if successful will report to Fort Logan Colorado for several weeks training. He aims to serve his country and gain medical experience, hoping a year or two of active service equals college training.
Editor Charley Needham of the Grinnell Register stops by with his wife and mother in law during a visit to The Nois. He travels in a touring car and appears happy and prosperous. Reports say he is building a large business in Grinnell and earning good money.
County officers announce there will be no Jefferson county fair this year due to war conditions and the Fairfield Chautauqua postponement. Members of the Jefferson County Fair Association urge residents to help harvest crops and prepare for winter instead of attending a two day fair.
Keota residents who traveled to Washington for the celebration enjoyed a patriotic day with a large crowd. Red Cross features dominated the event and the ball game and Pershing's Crusaders reportedly cost more than their value, with excess funds going to charitable causes. Threatening evening clouds sent many home early.
The Wellman Advance defends its stance on not printing material attacking patriotic efforts as American lives are at stake and urges Mennonite readers to support the nation. It asserts independence from pro German pressure while praising Mennonites as thoughtful and loyal despite leadership critiques.
Brighton merchants pledge help to farmers who are short of workers with many ready to assist if the needs are made known. The plan is discussed but not yet actioned as the week begins.
Herman Pehler of Washington oversees the crew placing a new cinder foundation around the north and west sides of the local Rock Island depot paving project.
Painters are at the depot brightening both interior and exterior spaces as part of a safeguarding project. They work to refresh walls and surfaces, improving appearance and durability.
Des Moines Iowa July 138 Uncle Sam’s national army fighters in the 88th division at Camp Dodge are deep into the third week of an intensive training schedule. Practically every training branch is operating at top speed as the division’s enlisted personnel and officers, drawn from over 100000 mustered into service, showcase the pick of the pool. Medical examinations have culled out those unfit for overseas service.
A conversation explains that a vote of thanks is an expression of gratitude by a body and carries no binding obligation on any individual. The judge clarifies the ceremonial nature of such a token in lodge or organizational contexts.
A motivational note urges belief as a catalyst for achievement. It promotes starting with confidence, saying that what is imagined through practice and conviction gradually becomes real through effort.
Friday results show St. Louis defeated Philadelphia 8 to 2 while Chicago and Boston games were rained out. In the American League New York beat Cleveland 6 to 1. Philadelphia lost to St. Louis 6 to 3, and Washington defeated Detroit? 5. Boston and Chicago games incomplete due to rain.
A Dutch traveler reports a rumor spreading in Germany that Field Marshal von Hindenburg is unable to participate in army work. First Quartermaster General Ludendorff has taken over military duties, while German newspapers are not allowed to mention the rumor.
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