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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1934
Page
2
Chicago June 16 hogs 8 500 with 8 006 directs scattered sales and steady tone. Top live hogs 4.75. holdovers 1 009. Cattle about 1 000 with steers yearlings 25 to 500 higher and stockers 26 to 600 higher as supply remains light. Sheep 3 000 with spring lambs up 40 to 60 cents. top native spring lambs 9.35.
Chicago market bulletin notes produce receipts across categories with varying percentages for extras firsts and current receipts. Butter and poultry show steady markets with specified receipts and price ranges. potatoes described as dull.
The Chicago market notes corn prices for No. 2 yellow grain at 60% to 61% for futures, with a 60 to 60% range for another grade. The report records bid values and price stability in early trading.
Mrs. H. B. Knight was guest of honor at a Thursday afternoon party hosted by Mrs. B. F. Bostwick jr. at her home. Bridge conferred high score prizes on Mrs. O. F. Boller and Mrs. George Breitenbach, with gifts and a grab bag adding gaiety. Knight family moves to Clinton after a year in Evanston, Ill. West Chester guest Mrs. J. E. Coffey attended. Yellow refreshments completed the event.
The governor and congress authorized a criminal code promulgated September 6 1788. Of twenty offenses, only murder carried the death penalty, believed to be the first code limiting the death penalty to a single offense.
D A R members celebrated Flag Day with open house at the log cabin in Sunset Park. More than 250 visitors viewed furnishings donated by members and friends, including an old Dutch oven a fluting iron and a spinning wheel.
A brief column by the Journal's subscription representative D. MACON highlights news from neighboring communities. It outlines local happenings and community concerns with concise notes on events and civic matters.
June 16 note from S R Wallace of Ainsworth expresses appreciation for a received check and gratitude.
A brief note from G M Smith expresses thanks for a message left at his residence, noting Milt was nearly out of tone. The fragmentary text mentions receiving the daily office message and gratitude.
Wes Reiner enjoys life on the Kalona R R farm as Mrs Reiner and their son shop in Washington. The scene portrays a quiet domestic moment with the family separated by errands.
Fred Chalupa reports on community happenings south of Richmond where residents read the home daily. A steady rain refreshed the area on Thursday, observed by Richmond merchant William Chopek who was busy with local trade.
Joe Leary of Kalona joined a trip to Washington and then went along to Richmond as part of a broader journey.
The group relating to road improvements stopped for dinner about 22 percent east of Kalona at Emery Sharps’ place. Many road men boarded there and finished their meal around dinner time, similar to their routine after threshing on the farms.
The Sharp family farm has endured since 1868 with Emry and his 80 year old mother Mrs Sharp active in daily life. She quilts for granddaughters and recalls milking cows at age ten. Silvester, 16, weighs 185 pounds and farms well. A road project near road 22 east of Kalona draws attention as Washington county’s only daily plans coverage.
Those who visited Miss Snider frequently recall a warm welcome and they often return, seeking the same friendly experience.
Fred Skola comes home from a three week stay in Hot Springs Arkansas restored in health. His son Ferd drives to pick him up and bring him home where he is feeling much better now.
Melack Marek claims he is 98 and offers $20 cash in advance if we grow our whiskers like his for one year. He says he won’t be here by March first and warns the deal ends when you drive out the gate. Mrs Marek is the farm’s main support and Alvin C hast y is praised as a better man and handsomer.
Readable fragment describes Sadie McKeer in a modern cinema fare note. It highlights current entertainment options and theater listings with emphasis on new screenings and showtimes. The item reads as a compact amusements blurb with local flavor.
A buyer named Alex Schmitt received a mare for 300 dollars last spring, praised as a beauty. Melack is also described as a good looker, forming a strong pair in a notable arrangement.
Joe Link claims three cisterns in his Washington home filter rainwater before consumption. The troughs are described as 1s feet deep and & feet across, producing exceptionally soft drinking water.
Mrs James Bridges and Lenard of Brighton traveled through Washington on Friday en route to Richmond. In the back seat other young ladies were playfully joking with the infant twin brother.
Proposals for labor only to decorate the Wallace School Building and the High School Auditorium in Washington Independent School District Washington Iowa are due by 7 30 P M June 25 1934. Specifications available at the Bailey Building Washington Iowa. bids awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. Board may read any or all bids. R W Thompson Secretary Room 264 Batley Bidz June 16 22.
Report notes he was visited at his home by his daughters Mrs. Aaron Bailey of Washington and Mrs. George McGraw of near West Chester along with housekeeper Edna Shar. The discussion lasted a while as Edna Shar tended to Mr. Figgins.
Henry Bender, known as the popcorn king of Kalona, cut 88 acres of popcorn and sold about 10 tons of first crop alfalfa at 15 dollars per ton from the field.
The article explains the concepts of heir apparent and heir presumptive with examples. It mentions Miss Lena Mayer Ed Mayer Mrs Ola Mayer and the Kraeeaws of Keota as related names and lists various local events and people including visits, illness, and a funeral attended by Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Harvey and Julia.
Gail W. Fisher, Morning Sun coach and instructor, was re elected with a higher salary but resigned to take a coaching and instruction position in Rockford, Iowa.
A Kalona establishment named Wayside Inn displays strong commerce with steady patronage and robust activity. Local reports highlight growing demand and favorable reception from residents and visitors alike.
Mr Blake grandfather of Mrs Delbert Maxwell of Wellman was to be buried at Morning Sun today. Mr and Mrs Maxwell will attend the funeral. Mr Blake was in his sixties.
No. 4 District reports a refreshing Friday evening shower that brightened surroundings after a dust and wind storm. Social notices list gatherings hosted by C W Gray and neighbors including visits by Golia Miller and the Thompson family from St Dodge, with several local families noted for Sunday dinners and picnics.
No. 430 mixed train runs daily except Sunday at 6 45 PM Nos 8 and 4 only discharge California passengers No 11 stops at county seats and for passengers to El Paso and beyond No 1 stops at Erichton Fairfield Eldon Belknap Centerville Seymour Allerton Princeton Spickards Excellior Springs and Liberty Agent L Goodlander
The bulletin lists No 9 morning pass No 21 evening pass and No 22 evening pass with times 6 00 and 6 10 pm plus No 94 freight at 10 56 am all trains daily except Sunday. It notes westbound trains from Washington Southwest Limited at 2 06 am and 1 38 am local 5 14 pm and lists agents J C McKay and W C Bell.
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