Washington County crops yield report shows corn leads
The county auditor and staff completed the annual Washington County crop report sent to Des Moines. It records 1 961 farms covering 298 229 acres with 84 424 acres of corn yielding 4 447 067 bushels and 40 299 acres of oats producing 1 117 162 bushels. The document lists livestock, hay, potatoes, apples and other yields, with township comparisons for apples, corn, oats, hay, potatoes, horses, hogs, cattle and sheep.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard Benn
Washington County
Department of Agriculture
Des Moines
Timothy
Dante
English River
Cory
Jackson Township
Washington Township
Iowa Township
Oregon
Washington
Meeting for Men and Boys Sets New 2:30 Time
Announcement notes a regular Sunday meeting for men and boys moved to 2 30 with a change to allow attendance at a 3 80 Mothers Day event. Mr Hunter will lead with Citizenship as the theme urging participation, music and welcome for all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eagles’ Hall
North Side Jewelry Store
Hunter
Thankless Job of Leader Prompts Quiet Respite
A poem laments the relentless criticism faced by national leaders and the presidency, contrasting public derision with the quiet labor of daily tasks. It urges humble readers to appreciate distant toil and find peace in ordinary chores.
Gas Out Inheritance Mystery Sparks Family Talk
Clara teases her father about a young man’s plans while he presses for details. Clara jokes that she is kept in the dark, hinting at secrets surrounding the suitor and possible family concerns. The scene focuses on permission, doubt, and mystery within a household.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clara
Papa
For Sale and Want Ads Highlighted on Page Seven
Classified notices show items available and wanted across the section. Readers can browse household goods jobs services and misc offers listed in page seven column one with contact details and brief descriptions.
Confederates to Meet in Gettysburg and Chattanooga
In Macon Georgia the annual Confederate veterans meeting approves a joint reunion with the G A R at Gettysburg from July 1 to 4 next year and sets Chattanooga as the site for the next convention. A new commander in chief will be elected today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macon
Gettysburg
Chattanooga
Halt Raise In Rates On Barley Carloads
The Interstate Commerce Commission suspended advances in barley carload rates from California Nevada and Utah to Minneapolis and other common points effective May 12 until September 9.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
California
Nevada
Utah
Minneapolis
Common Points
Interstate Commerce Commission
Widow Awarded 7500 for Death in Rail Accident
John King of Ashton was awarded 7500 dollars in Lew County Court against the Chicago and North Western Railroad for the death of his wife and his own injuries in a December 29 1911 accident near Dixon Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dixon, Ill
Lew County
John King
Ashton
Chicago & Northwestern Railroad Company
New Device for Saving Ships Aids Ships to Fight Water Inrush
The battleship North Carolina at Portsmouth navy yard is being fitted with compressed air devices to seal bulkheads and push water out of damaged compartments. The Utah already has the setup, and Commander Andrews predicts merchant ships may soon be required to have similar systems. The retrofit costs under $1,000 and uses existing pumps, pipes, and gauges with added valves and fittings for crew training.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Carolina
Utah
Portsmouth Navy Yard
C. C. Marsh
Marsh
Andrews
Lloyd's
Foley Kidney Pills Cure Kidney Trouble Says Users
F. R. Weiss of Racine Wisconsin reports an acute kidney trouble attack and says Foley Kidney Pills relieved back pain and cured the condition with no relapse. Lemmon's Pharmacy also lists M Markham of Wino na Minnesota who praises the pills for reducing frequent kidney action and restoring sleep after taking them.
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F. R. Weiss
Forest St
Racine
Wis
Foley
Lemmon
Kk. M. Markham
Mill St
Winona
Minn
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STECK
Steck’s
Steck’s Jewelry Store
Wyeth Chemical Company
Sorianpy
Wyeth
McElhinney Drug CO
Washington Town
English River Township
Crawford
Clay
Highland Township
White House
C.S.V
Men of the Blue
Gray
C. M. & F. Clothing CO
Manhattan
Neo
Ncheon
Wimpsor Girocery
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