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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1922
Page
2
Chicago May 12 market shows steady to lower tone across hogs cattle and sheep with receipts of 19009 hogs 4000 cattle 4600 cattle tomorrow estimates 6000 hogs 500 cattle 3000 sheep. Beef and feeder prices range with heavy hogs around 10.20 to 10.85 and cattle slaughter cattle and lamb markets listed with standard price bands. Official yesterday figures show hogs 28702 cattle 14127 sheep 10667.
Washington May 12 President Harding nominates Governor Robert A. Cooper of South Carolina to fill the farm loan board vacancy created by the resignation of former Congressman Lever. Cooper serves his second term as governor and will be succeeded in the unexpired term by Lieut. Gov. Wil son G. Harvey. San Francisco May 12 Delp reports vast turnout expected as Seventh Day Adventists begin a three week convention with an anticipated attendance around 6 000 at the civic auditorium.
An earthquake struck Fort de France Martinique at 2 45 am on May 12 with no damage reported and no injuries noted.
Washington May 12 The treasury department announced the appointment of a committee to revise the customs regulations of 1915. The panel includes Mark P. Andrews solicitor of customs New York Henry Blackwood deputy collector Seattle John Ford deputy collector Chicago and Miss Katherine Krike of the Treasury department.
In Mexico City on May 12, crowds bought carnations and roses to support the Red Cross. Despite cheap blooms, proceeds raised totaled over 27,000 pesos, aiding the Mexican Red Cross charity efforts.
A Daily Thought hints that at times it is wiser to incur less to gain less risk and avoid unnecessary pursuit. The line emphasizes prudent restraint over aggressive gain.
Former Governor Frank Lowden, arriving in Chicago with Henry Ford after a three month European tour, denounces the Genoa conference while the Soviet government is represented. He says the United States should not attend and warns of embarrassment and futility in engaging with the Soviets.
Washington May 12 report by the special treasury committee auditing the printing and engraving bureau after its personnel overhaul is seen as a strong vindication of treasury officials who said no illegal bond, note, or stamp output has occurred in recent years.
President Harding praised the Japanese delegates for their considerate and accommodating spirit at a banquet in Tokyo. Ambassador Warren read the message noting the fairness and moderation that facilitated the Washington negotiations. Secretary Hughes also sent his appreciation.
Three Catholic youths James Francis and Thomas McKeown were dragged from beds by a gang and a rot in Ballymulderg. James was killed and Francis wounded with 16 bullet wounds while Thomas survived. A bomb in Glenview street wounded two women.
Iowa County Agents highlight waste and quality loss from water separators in butterfat and cream production. A. W. Rudnick cites 14 to 30 percent butterfat loss and musty cream flavors, urging elimination. Reports also cover soil washing demos in Cass and Jasper, bee losses in Des Moines county, and feeding tests and spray timing guidance from Cedar and Tipton counties.
The Des Moines county farm bureau board offered full resources to flood victims after the Mississippi levee breach. A community unit plan was formed to ensure efficient aid, including provisioning a tractor and two operators funded by local members. Burlington merchants also contributed funds for relief.
County agent of Cedar County reports a week of May activities packed into one week. Soils work poultry landscape club work and other matters were pressed into the schedule.
Washington on May 12 reports Senator Ladd Ch Rep introducing a bill to grant amnesty to all persons held in federal prisons for violations of espionage laws. The sponsor estimates about 113 prisoners would be affected.
Polk County farmers show strong interest in soil erosion measures with county demonstrations and dam projects used to illustrate benefits. Iowa State College forestry specialist J T Bode notes planting demonstrations on multiple Iowa farms draw wide attention and inquiries from other states.
J T Bode extension forestry professor at Iowa State College says many errors occur in Iowa windbreak planting. Demonstrations in numerous counties address species selection placement and postplant care to ensure shelterbelts last and provide maximum protection. Evergreen trees are recommended for permanent belts with spacing to prevent lower-branch shading.
A playful scene unfolds as a classroom keepsake list of items like the Pencil, Sponge, Waste Basket, Scissors, Paper Weight, Mullage, Stamps, Ink, Bill, File, Calendar and Blotter share antics. The entry hints at daily routines and light banter among objects and a lingering mood about an upcoming break.
Ames Iowa May 12 Special warns of a coming shortage of farm work horses in the corn belt. A B Caine of Iowa State College says farmers must breed more mares and raise more colts to replace aging stock. He cites war sales and tractor power as factors and urges best purebred stallions to avoid scrubs.
Small dark-brown ants, said to be brought to the United States by ships from South America, threaten parts of the South. The Literary Digest cites Science News Bulletin noting Louisiana has spent millions to combat them, and Texas towns report district by district incursions during organized campaigns.
Des Moines reports corn planting well under way across most sections with one third completed in the Racoon and Middle Des Moines valleys. Oats seeding completed in northern counties. winter wheat and rye progressing. fruits, grasses, and pastures show good growth. frost damage minimal. more rain beneficial for gardens and sugar beet planting gains. China reorganizes Good Roads Movement with lecturers engineers and students joining the campaign.
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