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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1924

Page

2

Daily Market Reports Chicago Hogs Cattle and Lambs Prices

Hogs receipts 4 000 strong to be higher with desirable grades rising bulk good and choice strong weights 170 to 225 market 7 26 to 7 30 top 7 40 slaughter pigs 6 25 to 6 25 cattle receipts 1 000 better grade beef steer yearlings and lower fat stock 25 to 46 cents lower best yearlings 11 00 mixed yearlings 19 50 canners and cutters 16 to 25 cents lower vealers 50 to 75 cents higher week's bulk prices fed steers and yearlings 8 35 to 10 50 beef cows 6 00 to 7 00 beef heifers 6 76 to 8 50 canners and cutters 2 86 to 3 75 vealer calves 8 50 to 9 60 sheep receipts 3 000 market steady two loads good native springers 16 dollars calls 11 00 week around 13 000 direct old crop lambs steady to 25 cents higher top week 16 00 native springers around steady 17 15 bulk prices fed lambs 13 60 to 14 60 range spring lambs 16 60 to 17 15 native 16 00 to 16 76 range yearlings 9 60 to 10 25 fat ewes 4 00 to 6 00 spring feeding lambs 12 76 to 13 26

Chicago

Recommendations on Iowa Insurance Laws Are to Be Submitted

Governor Kendall will present eleven recommendations for changes in Iowa insurance laws to the legislature next fall. Kendrick, insurance commissioner, urges stricter regulation of fraternal societies, broader powers for the commissioner, and removal powers for officers in cases of misconduct. The report calls for parity with Iowa standards for out of state carriers and licensing for public adjusters and brokers.

Associated Press Des Moines Iowa Kendall Kendrick Senate 37Th General Assembly Commissioner of Insurance Insurance Department

Chicago cash grain market report details June prices

The Chicago cash grain market lists Wheat prices for several Hard and Red varieties from No. 1 to No. 3. Corn prices cover mixed yellow and white lots across Nos 2 to 6. Rye Barley Timothy seed Clover seed and meat prices for lard ribs and belllea complete the spread.

Chicago

Wheat Prices Advance on Heat Threat to Kansas Crops

Severe heat across the southwestern region raises crop risk in Kansas and western Oklahoma, triggering an early wheat price advance. July and September futures hit new highs for the season as corn and oats gain alongside wheat. Hog prices bolster the provision market with stronger bid activity.

Chicago Kansas Oklahoma Bulle

Potato Market Report Chicago June 14

Potatoes trading light and market about steady. Receipts include 48 new and 21 old cars. US shipments total 875 new and 115 old. Wisconsin Bliss Triumphs sold 2.25 to 2.50 delivered 2.00 to 2.20. Texas Bliss Triumphs 1.90 to 2.00. North and South Carolina Cobblers 3.50 to 4.00 by quality.

Chicago United States Wisconsin Bliss Triumphs Texas North South Carolina

Regulation changes for insurance receivers and fraternal societies

The commissioner of insurance should be appointed as such receiver with no extra pay. Voluntary liquidations of insurers to be managed directly by the commissioner. Fraternal societies face stricter admission. future entrants require adequate rates and reserves per national standards. Policies limited to specific types. all certificates filed and by rights approved by the commissioner. by-law changes require approval. Valuation rules to cover modern policy forms.

Commissioner of Insurance National Fraternal Congress Insurance

New Secretary of Iowa Farm Bureau Takes Up His Duties

Ray L. Gribben of Minburn becomes secretary of the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation resigning C W Hunt who joins the Federal Trade Commission. Hunt's appointment fills a six year term as the FTC enforces anti trust laws and curbs unfair practices. Gribben previously served on the federation executive committee since 1923 and will assume duties immediately.

Des Moines Ray L. Gribben Minburn Dallas County Iowa Farm Bureau Federation C. W. Hunt Federal Trade Commission Coolidge Federation Gribben Farm Bureau Hunt Washington Victor Murdock Kansas Huston Thompson Colorado James R. Nugent Idaho Nelson Gaskill New Jersey Vernon van Fleet Indiana Iowa Logan Harrison County J. R. Howard American Federation Iowa Federation Cunningham Federal Reserve Board

Pacific science growth spurred by global coordination

Honolulu May 20. Dr. H E Gregory director of the Bishop Museum reports increased momentum for Pacific region scientific research since 1920. Governments organizations and individuals collaborate across Europe the Far East America Australia and New Zealand to advance ethnology and other fields with the National Research Council coordinating efforts.

Honolulu Pacific H. E. Gregory Bishop Museum Polynesia Pan-Pacific Club Gregory the Pacific Europe Far East America Australia New Zealand National Research Council Japan Canada

Iowa corn productivity lowest in 21 years report shows

A joint Iowa and federal agricultural survey finds Iowa corn productivity at 77 percent, 16 percent below the ten year average, with delayed germination from low temperatures but strong root establishment. Oats and barley also below normal while rye remains near last year’s level. hay is at a 1907 low, and fruit crops show a diminished apple crop and no crop for peaches.

Associated Press Des Moines Iowa United States Alstalia

Leaders Urge Selfless Effort to Aid Pacific Island Mapping

A speaker urged institutions to abandon their glory and individuals to bury self interests for the common good. He noted a vast postwar advance in mapping Pacific island groups.

Novel Cork Puller for Easy Bottle Access

In a hurry in the kitchen the corks of small bottles often resist removal. Insert stall screweyes into each cork and switch them as the bottle is emptied to save time and effort with this novel cork puller.

Meeting With Joy On The Road Of Life

A spirited exhortation urges readers to greet joy proactively and share it with every traveler. The piece invites celebration of joy on hills and valleys as dreams of a lifetime come true, echoing a hopeful, motivational tone.

Bella Atlanta Constitution

Ancient native anesthetic from Jimson weed used in surgery

Journal want ad reports a historical note on Zuni and other North American Indians using Jimson weed to produce an anesthetic for prehistoric surgical procedures.

Doan's Pills Endorsement From Washington Farmer

A. J. Kallous, retired farmer of Washington, recalls kidney trouble with back pain and irregular secretions. He says Doan's Pills helped from the first dose and he has had no kidney trouble for years. Poster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY. 60c at dealers.

Washington Doan A. J. Kallous Lona Ave Lemmon's Drug Store Poster-Milburn Co Mfrs Buffalo, N. Y

Cyrus the Great and the liberating edict that rebuilt a people

A June discussion recalls Cyrus king of Persia releasing captive Jews and enabling Jerusalem’s temple return. It argues religious liberty shapes society more than mere economic or civic rights, noting government support aids faith, worship, and moral law through history.

Cyrus Persia Babylon Jerusalem House of Worship

Poultry Delivery Price Offer Amid Market Guesswork

A reader note hints at a higher payment for poultry delivered, suggesting producers could receive increased incentives as demand shifts. No firm figures are provided in readable text.

Return and the Rebuilding of the Temple

Ezra chapters 1 6 reveal liberty and the symbol of a new era as the people resume temple rebuilding efforts and rededicate after exile. The text centers on leadership Cyrus Darius and temple restoration tasks.

Ezra

Tsingtao Faces Financial Collapse Under New Administration

In May the city of Tsingtao China struggles amid a bankrupt administration. Director-General Kao En-Hung faces rehabilitating finances after suppliers halted services and utilities raised rates. Despite gloom, the city awaits summer guests escaping interior heat.

Tsingtao China Washington Kao En-Hung Electric Light Company Telephone

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