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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1925
Page
2
Hogs receipts 38 000 with sharply mixed bids and highs around 14 15 per cwt. Weights 170 to 350 pounds mostly 13 80. Sows 12 90 13 25. Bulls and pigs show varied ranges. Cattle receipts 19 000 slower demand with best steers around 11 50 to 12 25. Fat cows light, stockers steady, shipping demand light. Sheep dull with lambs 76 pounds around 14 96 and ewe tops 10 75.
Official estimates issued in Chicago indicate tomorrow's cattle and sheep numbers. Cattle at 10,006 head and sheep at a similar tally, with a note on market expectations.
A fragmentary plea from Crutchey asks for a single kind word to comfort the speaker as a lifelong parting looms, expressing a desire for solace during a painful separation. The lines reflect intimate sentiment and a request for gentleness amid parting.
Public sale announced by J. O. Crawford for machinery and effects. Located southwest of Wellston near Livingston and Dougherty, with sale date set for March 17. Clos ing Out Sale follows residential and farm equipment listings.
Chicago market report lists wheat and corn prices for various grades with bid ranges and a few livestock items. Prices shown include No 2 red wheat at 1.75 and oats No 3 white around 43 to 47, with lard and ribs also quoted.
Berlin residents viewed a show window competition on February 23 highlighting kitchens from 1825. Displays featured antique pewter brass tiles and porcelain, contrasting with modern fully electric kitchens. Women noted the beauty of past designs despite their hard, back breaking work.
Washington market listings show cream per pound at 4 percent butterfat, fresh eggs per dozen at 260, hens over 4 pounds per pound at 18, under 4 pounds at 4, leghorn hens at 4, smooth springs at per pound, staggy springs at per pound, leghorn springs at per pound, ducks large breeds per pound at 6, geese per pound, swan geese per pound, beef hides per pound, horse hides per each, no market for cull sick thin or crippled poultry, and a sale price of 5.50.
U S Department of Agriculture updates show total winter wheat acreage for 16 countries at 124.465 million acres, up from 120.748 million last year. Increases center on the United States India France and Italy while some smaller nations report reductions. India estimates fall to 22.057 million acres from 26.840 million, with favorable overall conditions but wind and frost affecting several regions.
A collage of garbled notes from a 20th century column mentions cologne delay by Allies, a back from the A F E F, harsh payroll figures, and questions about budget versus sport spending. It laments government costs, artificial sugar, and a cynical view of machinery and romance.
A saying suggests that in every friendship one person is more selfish. The one who practices self sacrifice is deemed happier, highlighting the tension between generosity and self interest in close relationships.
A historical sketch covers Fort Smith on the Arkansas River, noting early voyages by French explorers, Stephen Long's 1817 site selection, and Brig. Gen. Thomas A. Smith namesake. It traces Fort Smith leadership from Maj. William Bradford to Col. Zachary Taylor, Vauban plans, court use, and ties to Sarah Knox Taylor and Jefferson Davis. The article highlights fort expansions, a two story block, and its 1842 incorporation into Fort Smith town. It ends with the 1854 government reservation transfer to the city and its current status as a public park.
In the Swiss legislature members may speak German French or Iratian during sessions. Interpreters render the substance of addresses upon request. Motions and reports are read in the two official languages.
Riverside reports show Womens Catholic Order of Foresters elect officers led by Chief Ranger Emma Frank with installation set for April 16. A baby boy Elmo John Kron born March 7. School election yields Albert Hahn to a three year term and Lester Stemen to two years. Several local residents face health issues and travel, with various family events and visits noted.
James Lemley returns home after ten days in Rock Island with his brother and mother in Ollie. Clarence Oliver moves near town with Griffith farm tenants to occupy the old place. Tom Carris and Jim Combs haul hay from Oliver. Harley Wilkin relocates to Kansas to join his ill brother Joe. Houck family moves to Washington as Wayne manages the farm. Mildred Lemley visits from Washington. Charley Strohn opens a store in Titus. Carl Miller holds a closing out sale as he leaves for Alaska mission work.
George Hayes assisted a family in moving to their new home in the Ha kine neighborhood. Mrs. Will Kendrick paid a visit to her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Will Knox, on Wednesday.
Paris reports conservative estimates of two billion francs in hidden gold coins within the public hoard. Despite pleas for surrender, many hoarded coins remain inaccessible to the state. Courts sometimes convict those who buy up 20 franc pieces from hoarders in exchange for 40 to 50 francs. Jose Thers urges offering paper for gold to unlock this supply.
The theorist argues the state admitting to go francs could be attacked for valuing the gold coin higher than the 20 franc bill. He questions the harm of such admission and suggests a simple want ad could reveal it.
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