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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1924
Page
2
Hog receipts 60 000 uneven prices mostly 5 to 10 cents lower with top near 7 60 for 260 to 326 lb butchers. Cattle receipts 21 000 very slow demand narrow with fed steers and yearlings weaker, some maturing stock top around 13.00, bulk fed cattle 8.00 to 10.50. Sheep receipts 13 000 slow with fat lambs 25c lower and spring lambs around 14.00 to 16.00, Navajo wethers in 9.00 to 12.00 range.
Cattle receipts 2 500 with market fairly active killers steady stockers and feeders strong fat steers yearlings 7.00 11.00 bulk 7.75 9.75 fat cows 6.00 9.25 hog receipts 7 500 market lower top 7.00 bulk 6.80 7 lights 6.60 6.90 mixed 6.65 6.85 heavy packers 6.25 6.35 pigs 6.50 6.00 sheep receipts 500 market steady
Official estimates from Chicago dated May 26 outline tomorrow's market for hogs at 30 000 head cattle 10 000 head and sheep 7 000 head.
The Royal American Shows arrive from Ottumwa and open at 7 PM with rides and concessions ready. The War Trophy Exhibit, run by ex service members, features relics from Europe and wartime photos. Admission is free, and other acts include Amy Butler’s Wintergarden, Dixieland Minstrels, and boxing events. Suzanne Lenglen’s jaundice illness may prevent Olympic tennis participation.
Wheat prices ranged from No 1 hard 1.09 1.17 to No 3 hard 1.08. Corn mixed grades priced from 75 to 80 with several No 2 to No 6 yellow and white varieties. Oats rye barley and seeds listed with specific values and ranges for each grade. Meat cuts lard ribs bellies noted with per hundredweight figures.
Chicago wheat prices rise after opening as Kansas crop damage implies lower yields. Canada rains offer little help while exports at Winnipeg and the Gulf boost sentiment. July and September futures edge higher with corn and oats following wheat, while fats hold despite hog price declines.
Chicago May 26 potatoes steady and market weak on new stock while old stock remains firm. Receipts totaled 31 cars with United States shipments on Saturday 708 and Sunday 168. Wisconsin sacked round whites 1.25 to 1.40, bulk 1.40 to 1.60. Alabama and Louisiana sacked Bliss Triumphs No 1 2.75 to 3.00, No 2 1.25 to 1.50.
A modern Louis Joliet with Father Marquette and voyageurs will land June 18 in Joliet to greet a pageant of over 1,000 actors. The June 16 to 22 week honors Joliet’s exploration of the site, commemorating the original landing 250 years ago. The river route will not strictly mirror Joliet and Marquette’s first crossing but may trace Joliet’s later return to the Illinois country.
Washington volunteers are urged to open homes for Chicago children arriving for a summer program. Miss Ada Mehbling of Ogonta day nursery has brought youngsters here before and seeks more host families. Those willing to provide spaces may indicate boys or girls and choose ages.
The Nashville Southern Lumber man asks if the critic’s remark about church members refers to lay members. The question implies concern over whether the comment targets the congregation’s nonclerical attendees.
Washington County electors are called to a primary on June 2 1924 with polls 9am to 8pm to nominate Republicans and Democrats for offices including U S Senator Governor Secretary of State and local county roles. Hospital and township trustees also on the ballot with vacancies to be filled in several townships. A separate Irish Free State budget note reports savings and a projected deficit for next year amid ongoing irregular force damages.
Senate Daugherty investigating committee convenes as a House shipping board inquiry resumes. The Senate elections committee is called to continue the Mayfield contest hearing.
The Chrysler Six is described as a revolutionary car in performance economy and value. With advance orders, capital and bank credit, it promises a profitable, money-making business and sets new standards in the automotive field.
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