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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1918
Page
2
Forecast for May 20 to May 25 shows showers early in the week, then fair skies and somewhat cooler around Monday or Tuesday. Temperatures expected to be near normal for the period in the Upper Mississippi and Lower Missouri Valleys.
May 20 Chicago reports show cattle and hog futures firming with steady to higher tone. Estimated receipts around 37,000 for cattle and 15,000 hogs with prices varying by grade from light to heavy shipping, and strong sheep demand with lambs and ewes listed in multiple price bands.
Grateful mothers from Wisconsin and Ohio report Foley's Honey and Tar as a cure for severe coughs and croup in children and claim it reliefs throat inflammation after first doses. The letters also suggest adults benefit and mention a local druggist Jammnen's Pharmacy in Washington as a source.
A European inventor introduces a metal blank housing four clamps that holds a pen at the end and fits around the forefinger, claimed to make writing easier than a traditional penholder. The device promises improved grip and steadier writing.
A reflection on farm routines from Washington street and the value of horses. The piece notes early chores, milked cows, fed hogs, and driving horses, then pivots to wartime horse requirements, prices for cavalry stock and draft horses, and breeders guidance on utility over pedigree.
The National Food Administration issued an order this week to curb live hog price increases and prevent higher pork product costs. The move disrupted live hog markets and affected provisions in speculative trading, with shippers expecting prices above 20 dollars and fearing consumer impact. Hoover aims to keep the minimum at 15.50 while preventing further surges.
The return of British buyers paying somewhat higher prices has injected life into the horse market. The note comes from an unnamed source observing the renewed demand and price strength among purchasers.
Instructions from A. G. Peters of the Iowa Agricultural Extension Service detail home remedies for lice in adult fowls and chicks over ten weeks. Use salves with vaseline and precipitate or blue ointment, applied under the vent, at wing bases, and monthly in warm weather. head lice respond to a vaseline and stock drop mix along neck and head feathers. Recommend greasing the mother hen after hatch rather than greasing chicks, to avoid overdosing in variable spring conditions.
The Sherman-Husett Company presents The Crisis at Graham Theatre on May 20 31 with a substantive Lincoln portrayal. Churchill’s novel figure is dramatized through the 1860s campaign and the landmark Douglas debate, culminating in History’s martyr at the coffin.
Lloyd Gasaway returns from Davenport to Greenvale and many neighbors attend local events. Notices include planting, a death of Philip Parcel, a birth Simeon Joseph, Red Cross drive in Lime Creek, a Wellman funeral, and civic activities with W H Butterfield and local families.
May 18 notes record Mr Mullin and Rev Wallin visiting Fairfield. Mr and Mrs J H Reed traveling to Columbus Junction. Ola Foster visiting sister Mrs A Brown. Mathers visiting Geo Brown. Mrs Jno Stafford a Washington passenger. Wm Jukovsky on a business visit. Isaac Stockman and Brighton visitors to Will Stockman’s home.
May 18 Crawfordsville notes report Mrs. Fred Franklin and twins visiting Ainsworth. sister graduated from Ainsworth high school. Visitors include Mrs. Leonard Sherwood Madonna McKee and Mr. and Mrs. R. R. McKee in Washington. Mrs. Margaret McKee returned from Washington via A. L. Griffith home. Mrs. Ellsworth McClain and baby from Oakdale visit Gault home. W K Marsh of Winfield spent the day here. Mrs. Robert Gormly of Fairfield visits Mary Lease. S8 club hosts and spouses visited Wm. Manassier and wife Washington Thursday with guessing contests and Miliew decorations. refreshments served by Mrs. Manussier and Mrs. Scranton.
Misa Ellen Gardner stays home for the summer from Mount Pleasant. Mr. and Mrs. I N Carr visit their son Dr J J Carr and family in Clearmont Iowa for ten days. Mrs. L Miller hosts her mother Mrs. Traverse and twin brother Paul visiting from Camp Dodge. Myrtle Mc Reynolds spent last week in Nira. Tony Boreham appointed new clerk at Farmers store. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Wertz are the
The report notes that readers are in receipt of a letter from missionary Kate L. Ogborn stationed in Wuhu China detailing her experiences and recent updates from her mission work.
A quotation attributed to Milton praises the public good as the foremost aim, stating that private interests must yield to the welfare of the community. The line elevates civic duty and benevolent governance as enduring ideals.
The Minneapolis panel silo is built for durability and convenience and will pay for itself in a single season under current conditions. Consider buying now rather than waiting for safer circumstances.
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