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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1911
Page
2
Report recounts the Republic sinking where two thousand passengers needed evacuation. The greatest challenge was urging women to jump at the signal. hesitation meant the boat drifted off and many fell into the water. One woman clutched a jewelry box but lost it amid the chaos.
A newspaper remark contrasts men wanting a fair chance to do good work with others seeking only steady pay, leaving the boss to choose which type to hire. The line echoes workplace ideals and asks who is preferred when selecting labor.
Local tailor announces the first batch of pall samples and clothing styles for ladies. The showcase highlights new designs and fit options tailored to current fashion trends and client preferences.
Ainsworth and nearby towns report thrashing begins, visits by residents to Washington and Keota, and gatherings in Brighton and Grace. J C Morris and wife depart for New York via Niagara Falls en route to Wales. exchanges include farm work updates, church events, and social visits across multiple villages.
This morning's market shows hog receipts estimated at 12 000 with leftovers from yesterday at 4 320. Prospects are about 5 higher than yesterday's average. Light pigs range 6.45 to 6.92 percent, mixed packers 6.45 to 6.95, heavy shipping grades 6.20 to 6.96, rough 6.20 to 6.45. Cattle at 2 500 with prospects slow and weak. Sheep 12 000 with 5 to 10 higher prospects.
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