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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1949
Page
7
Frank Dvorak in Riverside lists a Poland China male hog for sale at 9412.
Senate Democrats again split on labor legislation as administration backed compromise plans face opposition. Proposals include repeal of Taft Hartley, return of Wagner Act with changes, and a 99 day presidential power to seize plants during national emergencies. Additional amendments require bargaining, financial reporting, and a free speech guarantee.
Interior Secretary Julius A. Krug hailed the Theodore Roosevelt National Memorial Park in Medora North Dakota as a fitting tribute to Roosevelt’s conservation legacy. The 50,000 acre site along the Little Missouri River was dedicated in elaborate ceremonies with Rough Riders veterans, Indians, and ranchhands participating.
Washington reports the CIO Gas Coke and Chemical Workers Union authorized a strike at Oak Ridge Tennessee that would halt the governments uranium separation plant processing uranium 235 for atomic bombs. Government labor experts say federal action will likely prevent the walkout and if shut down the 60 acre plant would take months to restart.
The Southern Coal Producers Association strengthens its position in wage negotiations by gaining bargaining rights for 6,000,000 tons of annual production from the New River district. Upon formal inclusion in the joint wage conference, the association would hold bargaining power for 97,500,000 tons annually. Operators view this as a sign of regaining lost momentum in the coal contract talks.
Krus praised the Badlands area once ranched by Theodore Roosevelt as a fitting tribute to a great president conservationist and American. Washington officials listened as the prepared remarks framed the site as a tribute to Roosevelt’s legacy.
A study notes that an average adult experiences about 100 sickness episodes in a lifetime, with roughly 85 minor ailments and around 15 major disabilities. The figures suggest most health issues are minor while serious conditions are less common.
The Virginia and winding Gulf operators associations and several companies withdrew 10 days ago. Lewis argues the tonnage loss undermines Moody's ability to form a legally ratified contract. After four days of meetings since May 25 the move has blocked operators from submitting proposals for a new contract.
Chicago markets show record highs for cattle and hogs this week with steers topping 29.50 and hogs at 22.50 for choice butchers. Cattle receipts were higher due to the holiday week, with demand active and most categories advancing. lambs declined while slaughter hogs fell slightly from early gains.
Prices show a 50 to 70 cent rise from last Friday for heavier weights and sows holding steady to 50 cents lower. Weekly trade highlights increased sow offerings with bulk market for 170 to 240 lb hogs at 21.75 to 22.90 dollars and 330 lb and lighter sows down to 20.00. Sows over 40 lbs traded as low as 18.10 dollars.
Chicago market reports show grain ranges with July wheat around 1884 to 1891 and September corn near 129 to 130. Prices for oats soybeans and other futures mix as traders note July and Sept contracts with various bid and ask levels. Surgeons are using stainless steel staples to correct bowlegs and knock-knees.
Fileen Hammen will visit Des Moines for the weekend with Helen Swanson. Mr and Mrs J K Lemmon plan a three week motor trip to Idaho through the Snake River country visiting the Snake River Canyon Price Canyon Zion Cathedral Forge and other scenic spots. Included among Iowa Wesleyan College degree recipients are Frank Brower Ernest Moorhart Archie Buwer and Mrs Mary Lou Stacy Nihart of Mr Pleasant formerly of Brizhron.
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