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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1929
Page
5
Four Knotek brothers, sons of James Knotek, run Knotek Bros dairy operations. The article notes their high class matrons and steady purchases, highlighting the influence of their stock on county herd standards and the popularity of Fancy Stilts as a notable animal.
An old advertisement touts Fletcher's Castoria as safe for fretful babies and sick children. It claims gentle relief for colic, stomach issues, and sleep disturbances with a few drops or a larger dose for older kids. It notes doctor approval and widespread use over thirty years, with the familiar Castoria signature on every bottle.
The Knotek brothers operate 2404 acres north of Washington Iowa handling cattle and Duroc hogs. John 32, Ed, Joe, and Ernest manage separate farms with a focus on Durocs. John married Miss Margaret Krom after a long trip west. Their Pure Red Duroc herd began in 1912 with Pilot Col, a show stand out from Wal's King of Atlas lineage. Pilot Col sired many sows and helped build a high quality herd prized for depth and vigor. The farm emphasizes selective breeding, exchanging sows to maintain strong lines, and marketing top quality offspring to meet demand for Duroc hogs. Local news notes engineer A. Kennehen’s Minnesota trip and visiting relatives, with others from Cotter and Spokane contributing to Washington community life.
Washington social roundup lists Mr and Mrs Charles Stewart of Lexington business callers in Washington. Miss Minnie Wolfe returns from Chicago visiting relatives. Art Tyler of Ottumwa joins Graham store hose furnishings asst. Mrs A L Griffith Edith Criss and Mrs M C DeLong tour Crawfordsville for Ladies Aid tea. Mrs Clo Shockey and children visit Pel la with sister Mrs William V. Rev C Ed Davenport trip. Mrs Harry Duncan returns to Ainsworth after Washington visit. Leona Leeper visits Ainsworth for sister Gladys senior class play. Mrs Joseph Mast returns to Wayland after Washington shopping.
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