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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1934

Page

2

Market Report Chicago Hog Cattle Sheep Prices Move Higher

Chicago May 2 hogs 18 000 direct 16 000. market slow but higher than Tuesday. 380 to 260 lb 38.75 to 3.85 top. 250 to 350 lb 3.50 to 8.75. most pigs 2.50 down. Sows 2.90 to 3.10. Cattle 16 000 calves 2 000. Heavy steers 8.00 to 9.00. best heifers 6.35. Slaughter cattle by weight 550 to 1500 lb 4.50 to 9.60. cows 4.00 to 4.73. bulls 3.40 to 8.85. Sheep 8 000. Fat lambs in fair demand. bulk wooled lambs above 19.25. Sugar 96 lb down to 9.00. ewes 3.00 to 4.25.

Chicago

Cash Corn Chicago Market Summary May 2

Chicago cash corn prices show mixed old and new lots with No 2 yellow around 48 cents, No 2 yellow old near 48½ cents, and 3 yellow old about 47½ cents. Sample grade 40 percent and old 44 to 45 percent. receipts recorded at approximately 2 cents per bushel.

Chicago S& C Ramseyer Hatchery South Marion Washington Iowa

Chicago Market Report Shows Mixed Dairy and Poultry Prices

Chicago notes unsettled butter with specials and extras near peak. milk receipts rise across classes, while potatoes show no shipping quota and a weak market. Poultry remains firm with gains in fowls and broilers, and turkeys up modestly.

Chicago

Amusements Picture Cast Tours Louisiana Bayous for “Lazy River”

The Lazy River crew spent eight weeks on location in the shrimp village region around Lake Barataria Louisiana filming at the bayous and inlets. The motion picture shows at the State theater with a mystery story set in a unique canal town atmosphere.

Lazy River Metro-Golfwyn-Mayers Lake Barataria Louiviana State Theater Reion

Ministers Meet at the Washington Y M C A

The meeting reviews the roots and growth of the African Methodist Church from Bethel in Philadelphia to current global missions. It notes Richard Allen as first bishop and highlights the churchs role in education, leadership, and emancipation. Attendees include Mr. Ogreton Mr. McBlain and Mr. Lewis with Rev. G Heiserman giving closing prayer.

Philadelphia Asbury Bethel Richard Allen Sarah United States Africa Ogreton Luther Wesley and Allen God Father Christ Man McBlain Lewis Association Rev G. Heiserman Wellman

Father Coughlin to Address Farm Holiday Meeting

Announcement says Father Charles Coughlin will address the National Partners Holiday Association convention in Des Moines Iowa on Thursday May 3 at 430 p m Governor William Langer of North Dakota will speak at 2 p m The Coughlin address will be broadcast over station WHO.

Father Charles Coughlin National Partners Holiday Association Des Moines Iowa William Langer North Dakota Father Coughin WHO

Cajun Bayou Life and Film Scene Near New Orleans

Describes stilt houses on water linked by board walks and boat travel in the Cajun country. Mentions shrimping and Acadian descendants featured as adjucts to a story with actors Jean Parker Robert Young Ted Healy Henry Gordon Nat Pendleton. Notes the area’s pirate past and proximity to New Orleans with a primitive native population.

New Orleans Jean Parker Robert Young Ted Healy Henry Gordon Nat Pendleton

News Notes Of Our Neighboring Communities

The Journal's subscription representative D. F. Macon reports on happenings in nearby towns. Local transfers, civic meetings, and school events are summarized with emphasis on community impact and notable residents.

Washington visitors and rural life notes on Crawfordsville area

A May report from Washington and nearby towns details visits by residents including W. C. Hotie and Charles Mayor of near Dublin, Rev. Virgil Graves, and Farmer J. Stewart. It covers farm activities, crop progress, Y M C A banquet remarks, livestock, and humorous anecdotes from local families.

W. C. Hotie Chas Dublin Ferguson Mrs. Reeves Havte Homer Singmaster Titus Clint Fletcher J. T. King Chas. Martin Crawford¢vile John A. Stewart Washington Rk Washington

Sampson Sells Mares to Brinning Near Talleyrand

John Sampson sold a group described as a good black team of young mares to Mr. Brinning south of Talleyrand. Four buyers vied for the horses, now ages four and five, weighing about 3 550 pounds, having gained 550 pounds in thirteen months under Sampson.

John Sampson

Old Time Hoe History Contest Entry

I N Arnold of Kalona submits a tale of a hand made garden hoe forged by four blacksmiths in Richmond in 1851. The heirloom has passed through five generations, from mother to grandmother, and now to the Homestead farm family in Washington county.

I. N. Arnold Kalona A. C. Hasty Richmond English Iver Township Washington County Evening Journal

Thought Birds Flew to Moon Book on Bird Life

A 1703 work asserts birds migrate to the moon in winter and return in spring. It claims the journey would take about WW days.

Holiday Assn to Meet in Des Moines Tomorrow

The Farm Holiday association holds its fourth annual convention in Des Moines starting tomorrow. The radical group plans sharp attacks on government agricultural policy and the AAA corn loan and cornhog campaign. Principal speakers include Rev. Charles Coughlin Gov. William Langer Lieut. Gov. NOG Krasehel and Milo Lens.

Des Moines Farm Holiday Association Radical Farm Association Two Nations Midwest Charles FE. Coughlin Detroit Shrine of the Little Flower William Langer North Dakota Nog Krasehel Iowa Milo Lens Agriculture Department AAA

Federal funds enable completion of murals in Iowa

Federal funds will finance six large murals in Iowa City studios with payrolls taken over by the relief administration for 17 artists. Material support includes canvases and supplies for works at the public library in Des Moines and Iowa State College. The Ames group mural has a piece displayed in Washington and another nearing completion.

Iowa City Grant Wood Public Works Art Keoward Bruce Public Works Art Projects Bes Moines Iowa State College

Local social notes highlight farm work and visits in East Highland

Mr and Mrs Noah Wieland and others spent Wednesday evening with R A Stolleys. James Swailes plans a new addition for dancing in three weeks while several neighbors helped with farming and visits. A mare and colt died after Dr Lingo attended Roy Steel's farm on Saturday.

East Highland Noah Wieland Robert Wieland Ronald R. A. Stolleys Robert R. A Ralph Wieland Charles and Harrison Holland John Weber Frank Dvorak Herbert Simons Frank Mineer James Swailes Charley Raymond Dr. Lingo Roy Steel Roy

Rail timetable shows multiple daily trains with exceptions

The listing details West and Eastbound trains including Local Freight No 0 and No 82, Passenger Nos 12 4 11 1, and mixed and evening services. Notes specify stops for California passengers No 3 and 4, county seats No 11, and Brighton to Liberty stops on No 1. Agents Goodlander McKay and Pell coordinate departures from Washington.

Apache Golden State Limited Ncesco U California el Paso Brighton Fairfield Eldon Melknap Centerville Seymour Allerton Princeton Spickardia Exseelgler Springs Liberty Goodlander J.C. McKay

Local Residents Share Weekend Socials and Weather Hopes

Horning and join Weber family recount a hopeful update for a mare. Mr and Mrs Join Weber Ron Lewis and Mr and Mrs Richard Skola attend county seat events Saturday. James Dvorak Jroo and family hosted a surprise party with cards, dancing, and refreshments. James Tung and William Pearson with Robert visited R A Stolley’s home. Frank Mineer and others were guests as well. Due to dry weather several are cutting oats and hoping for rain soon.

Ecolti

Prohibited Lottery Promotion Across Borders

The article notes that using United States channels to promote a lottery through ticket shipping, prize meta, or tutors is illegal even if the lottery operates abroad, underscoring cross border restrictions on promotional materials and distribution.

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