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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1928
Page
2
Market news shows hogs 35 000 head with steady to 10 higher than Friday's top, cattle 27 000 head with unevenly lower early trade and vealers 25 to 60 lower. Sheep 30 000 head with opening trade not much changed, feeding lambs in strong demand and range ewes rising.
Chicago October 15 cattle receipts are estimated at 000 hogs 28 000 and sheep 22 000 for tomorrow in syndicated market notes by LP.
The report lists futures figures for Wheat Corn and Oats across December March and May contracts with prices and percentage changes. It also includes Lard prices showing Pet and market values around 11.90 to 12.00. Data appears as OCR readings with multiple decimal figures and percent values.
A historical price list from Washington markets shows per pound rates for cream butterfat at .46e, eggs per dozen, various hen and pullet weights, spring weights, and older notes on horses and beef hides. It includes a line about a dollar fifty possibly for a market cleansing or sick poultry condition.
Doctors cite digestion as the root of many illnesses and Tanlac is touted as relief for years of stomach and bowel troubles. A Denver man reports Tanlac helped relish and digest food, cure gas, dizziness, nervousness, and improve sleep and work performance. If you suffer gas pain or loss of appetite, Tanlac is suggested with money back guarantee if it fails.
Secretary James J. Benda reports payment of numerous claims to Farmers Mutual Insurance policyholders across several towns. Listed are detailed payees, locations, and claim amounts for livestock, buildings, and associated damages totaling substantial sums.
The report lists price ranges for Wheat, Northern Spring, Mixed, Orn, Yellow, White, Rye, Barley, Timothy, and Clover. Values cover percentages, dollars, and weight-based figures for multiple grades and quantities, including specific notes on hard, mixed, and white varieties.
The text lists cash values for Clover and Timothy across dates and items. Clover shows old cash 1820, new 1865, October 1865, December 1895, cash import 1426, January import 1500, January 0910, February 1910. Timothy lists cash old 270, cash new 280, Tree 800, Alsike cash new 1950, October 1950, December 1975.
ABE MARTIN notes that he would be asking President Calles of Mexico to rethink his decision not to run again. Mrs. Tipton Bud's uncle arrived from Florida today.
Knotek Brothers announce a Wednesday sale of Fancy Stilts sired males and gifts. Breeding claims call the offering the most typy and growthy yet, with top young stock expected to draw buyers from across the country. Sale at the farm two miles northeast of Washington, weather permitting.
Des Moines reports a predicted Iowa corn harvest of 493,611,000 bushels with an average yield of 44.2 bushels per acre, about 73 million more than the long term average. Conditions were uniform statewide though frost risk remains for 14 percent of the crop.
The notes describe Ray Boye's family visiting and a three year old boy seeking his brother Francis who plays in a 75 piece band in Illinois. It mentions funeral attendance by Mr. and Mrs. Warren Donaldson and a lighthearted dinner invitation. The column includes farm work, corn shucked, and a sermon by Rev. W. W. Bowers.
Large crowds attended services at all churches yesterday with strong music and devoted ministers. Harvest sales drew locals despite rain, including Bob Sheetz and Earnest Carlson events planned for next Saturday. Neighbors update on home improvements, mail from W A Harper, and a humorous animal remark close the note.
Per acre expectations set at 26,996,900 bushels overall. Apples show 64 percent normal condition forecasting 2,698,000 bushels. Carl's report notes peaches 50 percent, pears 62 percent, grapes 83 percent. Total grape production projected at 6,225 tons.
Regular meeting notices appear for Washington Chapie Chapter with officers Alice Meek and Della McBride. The page lists east and westbound train numbers, times, and local freight departures for Knoxville and nearby branches, plus agent stamps and notes on daily or weekday operations.
A compact listing of local professional services and businesses in Washington Iowa. Chiropractor offers neurocalometer consultations and outside calls. real estate agents handle farms and city property. transfer line and moving services. Willard service station provides 8 hour battery service and electrical repairs. several doctors and dentists listed with addresses and phones.
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