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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1945
Page
5
Hog volumes reach 4000 with prices near 14.75 for good and choice barrows and 14.00 for sows. Cattle at 1000 and calves 500 with killing classes steady. Feeder steers trade 16.50 to 17.50, vealers 16.00, sheep 500 steady minus some undertone, spring lambs 16.25 to 16.05, bucks discounted 1.10.
Chicago reports firm market for produce and poultry on July 13 with eggs receipts at 12,632 cases and varied price ranges. Current receipts total 338.5. dirties at 32.5. Poultry shows 2 cars and 12 trucks received with market unchanged.
The article notes coal’s slow replacement of wood in America because transport was poor and wood supplies from forests were nearby. It recalls Virginia coal mines not operating for 15 years yet exporting surplus, with thousands of bushels sent to England, and that two thirds of American homes used wood for heating as late as 1840.
The heaviest oranges along with grapefrit and tangerines are highlighted for their superior juice, freshness, and flavor in the current citrus season.
Mrs Alice Sleichter of Kalona dies July 4 1945 after a yearlong illness at home aged 73 years 14 days Born June 20 1872 in Johnson County she lived on a Kalona farm and taught briefly. Survived by daughters Gladys and Venice Roach two brothers L V Dierdorff and KB Dierdorff two sisters Mrs W Statler and Mrs Charles Statler and numerous grandchildren Funeral July 6 at Kalona Methodist Church with Rev Martin McKenzie and burial at Staton Hill cemetery
Lt Col George W Hall of the local prisoner of war camp confirmed a report that a sergeant among the station personnel went berserk in Johnsons cafe in Clarinda on Wednesday night and attacked three or more people. He said the sergeant appeared intoxicated and fought mostly his own buddies. An officer who tried to intervene was struck. the soldier was held in guard until an investigation or possible court martial.
Four youths and two women from Charities City and Me intire Tennessee were given jail terms in municipal court after pleading guilty to disorderly conduct. Mrs Klock, mother of a baby, had a husband killed in service. Betts received eight extra days for breaking a previous promise to leave town.
The text advises removing breeding places for germs and rodents to improve farm family health. It also offers a method for restoring dulled pearl buttons by rubbing with oil and polishing with soft chamois.
DES MOINES Iowa government officials discussed ending the prison camp system after the war. Governor Robert D Blue said a recommendation from R W Nebergall cited escapes and robberies tied to work details at Glenwood state hospital. Steps toward abolition are being taken by the board of control.
To ensure plants stay healthy add lime to adjust soil pH and apply fertilizer to supply essential nutrients. Regular soil checks help maintain balance and prevent deficiencies.
A brief advisory suggests sponging lipstick stains with carbon tetrachloride before taune cine, noting soap can fix the stain and recommending solvent action for cleaning. This historical snippet reflects early stain treatment ideas and chemical references.
Fresh green cabbage rates with citrus fruits and tomatoes for vitamin C. It loses some when cooked but remains a good food when handled briefly and served just tender.
The longest train ever worn by a woman is cited as Catherine the Great's coronation gown in 1762. It measured 225 feet and needed 50 train bearers to support it.
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