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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1935
Page
7
Markets report hogs 9 000 head with 170 to 240 pound weights trading 10 75 to 11 00, packing sows 9 35 to 9 50, light pigs scarce, Wednesday receipts estimated at 7 000 hogs cattle 6 000 calves 2 000. Sheep 3 000 with lambs and yearlings firm to up 25 cents.
Market notes show steady to firm tones across dairy and poultry with mixed receipts. Butter remains strong with high specials and extras, while poultry receipts climb as fowls, springers, broilers, leghorns, ducks, geese, and turkeys move. Potatoes stay on track with arrivals and shipments steady.
Ames Iowa July 23 hog prices have risen to a six year high but economists warn the gain may be temporary. They say market supplies in the near term will be about half of last year and stocks of work and lard are low. Demand and consumer buying power will determine how long prices stay elevated. A late summer rise in hog prices is unlikely.
Chicago market report lists receipts of 9 cars with No 2 yellow at 86 percent and No 3 yellow at 83 percent, No 4 yellow at 83 percent, and No 1 white sly receipts noted as 9 cars with varying totals.
Warner Bros comedy based on Ralph Spence play screens at the State Theatre Wednesday and Thursday. It follows a poor Midwest farmer who strikes it rich and his wife who seeks society with the aid of a publicity agent and a sponsored aristocratic family. Kibbee and Pitts lead, with Porton as the promotion man and Alexander and Martel in romance roles. Louis Alter and John Seholl wrote the music and lyrics.
Wendy Barrie explains a new engagement custom seen in Europe and London where a man gives a platinum ankle chain to the woman of his choice. The trend is described as a stylish token that is not removed even in divorce, according to the Fox film star.
Local column by D. F. details community happenings and reader notices from nearby areas. Short items cover visits, events, and small personal updates reflecting neighborhood life.
July 23 reports Mrs. Mike Trier and Louie Tinnes with family of Keota were seen shopping in Washington on Monday.
Col. Paul Klotz and his wife joined several Columbus Junction ladies for an afternoon visit in the city, meeting local residents and sightseeing.
Art Hazen of Houston Texas has been visiting his brothers and daughters in the area. He left Monday for Ottumwa to visit a daughter there and plans to return home in about a week.
Mr. and Mrs. Floyd L. Ellis of Pleasant Plains were in our town Monday and arranged to keep their home daily coming.
Mr. Jacimore of Pinkneyville Illinois was in town on Monday. Mayor A Johnson of Brigh ton said his town received between six and seven inches of rain Sunday evening.
John Rock of Keota and Mrs John Rath of Ainsworth visited Monday along with Mr and Mrs Robert Acheson and Mr Hollinger.
The film is currently showing at the Fox theater with reports that a young New York millionaire presented the chain to her alleged fiancé.
Jim Patterson sues Leona Patterson for absolute divorce claiming desertion since September 1 1932. The petition asks a decree after the September 1925 term if Leona does not appear by noon of the second day. Attorneys listed as T A Michels.
Publishers of Iowa will be honored with a special Press Day at the state fair next month. The event tentatively will be held August 23 or 24 to recognize newspaper and magazine publishers. Invitations go to executives of all daily weekly and monthly papers and to farm publication editors. Details are to be announced.
The hula dance served as a ceremonial and religious practice among Hawaiians. It expressed legends and mythology of the islands and reflected the lives and customs of old Hawaiian monarchs.
Washington R. 8 reports rain after which Wyatt Marbourg arrives with sale ads. T. H. Lowry of New Haven praises the rain and abundant pasture. Roy Wells and neighbors visit, boasting poultry plenty for the state fair. Many locals and others from Piney area attend Monday gathering.
Marek and his son were here after a haying accident in which Mr. Marek wore patches over his head while injured from a recent fall. The incident occurred a few days ago and involved injuries during the haying work.
Richland real estate man T. H. Davis toured Breitenbach Dayton in our city Monday seeking to discuss property dealings with our firm.
A Tuesday morning rain shower began what locals expect to be a wet week, marking the first inclement weather of the period and prompting cautious travel.
Extreme heat strains the life of Charley Atkinson who has been confined indoors for months, highlighting the toll on the city’s residents during the hot spell.
Rubio was hit by a wind storm Sunday evening between six and seven o'clock. Several trees fell and telephone and power lines were out of order. No serious damage reported though gardens and corn were blown down. Local activities include Rubio softball beating Keota 10 to 8 at Keota.
Linn Grove reports its farmers elevator held its annual meeting revealing 12 months ending July 1 with business totaling $175 500 and handling 185 000 bushels of corn 44000 bushels of oats and 68 bushels of barley A five percent dividend was declared to shareholders.
Des Moines plans for the first annual Press Day at the Iowa State Fair to honor Iowa publishers. Event date tentatively set for August 23 or 24 with a morning publishers gathering, carrier boy field meet, publishers luncheon, and a carrier boys parade. State Fair management and Iowa Press Association coordinate with daily weekly and farm papers statewide. Major influence noted in upbuilding the fair, with committees to organize phases of the program and final plans expected soon.
Several farms listed for sale including 80 acres north of Washington with level black soil and shell-ready features, 140 acres on Big Prairie with improvements, 80 acres near West Chester seeded in grass, 60 acres near West Chester close to Highway No 2, and 60 acres in a progressive corn district. Prices vary. agents offer showings and emphasize value and readiness.
Breitenbach and Dayton are named as exclusive agents in a 1773 notice. The item records agency status and a sale or transaction under the defined authority. The document emphasizes their role and the period context for the assignment.
United States army engineers oversee the Michael Creek project diverting waters into the Mississippi River. About 60 percent finished with completion expected around September 1. The south levee is nearly finished while about half of the north levee remains.
Mrs J B Hanley of NIRA reports Mr and Mrs John Whetstine visiting their children in Cedar Rapids. Howard Dorrance cuts oats for B B Hanley as neighbors note the death of Mrs Kwin, daughter of Bertha Ballard. Local farmers and wives busy with grain and hay. Harvey Wagamon family spent Sunday at Al Lefever home.
A Breton village displays low stone cottages with thatched roofs and doormark initials plus dates of first young couples who lived there, often over two centuries ago, creating a living record of local history.
A Senate lobby investigating committee uncovers a flood of anti utility bill telegrams signed with fake names and burned later. Representative D J Driscoll of Pennsylvania received hundreds of messages, triggering a broader probe into the faux communications.
Californians Cecil Blumenstein and Mrs. Ray Houston from Long Beach visit Wellman for a week with relatives William Blumenstein and Mrs. Margaret Popham. They arrived Thursday and plan a week here before returning to the coast. Local attendees include Rev. and Mrs. Schrader of Belle Plain and their son from Marengo, former Wellman pastorate holders, who attended the Mission Festival. Other visitors from Iowa and Michigan joined family gatherings at A. L. Braden’s home and the Hinck and Rickey families after the Walther League convention in St. Louis.
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