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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1930
Page
4
The message quotes Philippians 3 13 14 urging believers to forget what lies behind and press toward the prize of the high calling in Christ Jesus. A spiritual reflection emphasizing perseverance faith and forward focus.
Harold Montgomery notes east opposition to the tariff as big business fears. The piece argues the tariff shifts favor toward the American producer, farmer, and wage earner, claiming most imports remain duty free and that exports won’t suffer significantly, per the Alexander Hamilton Institute analysis.
The Western Railway Committee on Public Relations reports a six year study by the Bureau of Railway Economies showing, from January 1 1924 to December 31 1929, that costs to market cattle hogs and sheep were lower than any six year span. It covers ten market centers including Chicago St Louis Baltimore Ft Worth Jersey City Kansas City Lancaster Nashville South Omaha and South St Paul. In 1924 purchasers paid 5.6 cents freight and 3 cents other costs while producers received 14 cents. In 1929
The study reports 3.7 cents freight and 2 cents other marketing costs per dollar of livestock, with 94.3 cents going to the producer. Marketing costs declined 2.9 cents over six years, while the average price paid by purchasers rose 63 percent from 1924 to 1929.
The Wickersham commission rejects the Canadian and Swedish liquor distribution plans. He notes reports from Canada and Sweden show limited five year operation and constitutional barriers in the United States. Bootlegging reportedly grows where certificates to purchase are denied, challenging assumed idyllic outcomes.
Ed Howe portrays a Georgia cotton mill town near Cartersville as well kept and generous. The mill provides housing at four dollars monthly with utilities, schools, churches, and free pasture for cows. Workers include some under supervision, with boys and girls earning two to three dollars daily, paid Saturdays, while families gain income from mill jobs and surrounding farms. Howe questions harsh stereotypes about mills.
A playful chatty note hints at romantic intrigue around a ruined estate. The speaker, a male heir, dodges multiple marriage proposals as a witty exchange unfolds among romantic rivals and ruins under moonlight.
Miss Elizabeth suffered injuries after stumbling on the stars. The Philadelphia Public Ledger reports the incident as a brief casualty note with no further details.
An odd classified notice from Lynchburg Virginia appears in a Greenville Town handbill offering a child reward. It mentions a young man seeking business connections with a firm promising a future and salary, and includes a curious menu snippet and stray phrases about “amicable rats” and “fole-gras.” The item ends with credit to the Los Angeles Examiner.
By The Way writes from Washington County Iowa in the Balsam Lake Wisconsin camp. The letter describes cool breezes at Camp Balsam, lists guests and families, notes a correction for a missing name, and humorously recounts dining room rules, fishing exploits, and a dramatic dive by Carl Bard. The piece captures social dynamics, petty tensions, and casual leisure among Washington apples and resort guests.
Cincinnati and Pittsburgh, two teams earlier with disappointments, show signs of form as the National League season heads to the second half. The Pirates used their regular lineup in a game yesterday for the first time this season, signaling potential impact ahead.
Abe Martin led a decisive 6 to 2 victory as the Boston Braves were defeated. Dan Howley faced early trouble at Cincinnati but crafted a winning combination, making the Reds a dangerous club. Cubs win in 13 innings to trim Robins lead. Giants beat Cardinals. Phillies top White Sox. Tuchin outduels Jones for Cleveland. Yankees surge past St. Louis.
Notice states the Fortnightly year books for 1930 and 1931 are now ready for distribution at the city library peg.
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