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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1929
Page
2
Chicago hogs trade fair to all interests with 25 000 head, top 965, 160 to 965 for various weights, sows 800 to 875. Calves and cattle offerings total around 13 500 with steer and yearling tops 1450 to 1600, slaughter classes 1325 to 1625, cows 650 to 1075, vealers 1150 to 1500. Sheep market slow steady at 1250 to 1325 lambs, ewes 225 to 550, feeder lambs 1250 to 1350.
An advertisement promotes Phillips Milk of Magnesia as a safe gentle laxative for infants and kids. It cites benefits in soothing digestive upset, preventing sour milk curds, and reducing constipation. Readers can request a free information booklet by mail from The Phillips Co.
Chicago reports estimated livestock receipts for tomorrow with hogs at about 22,000 head, cattle around 1,700, and sheep near 1,000 as market activity eyes the week.
Grain trading report lists Wheat Corn and Oats with fractional price changes and daily ranges for December March and May contracts. Data includes percentages and bid ask style figures showing open high low and close values across Wheat Corn and Oats.
A compact set of commodity prices and exchange rates shows rye futures around 1.04 to 1.05 and lard around 10.67 to 11.40 with various monthly points. The fragment lists percentages and numbers including March May December and January values, and a final note mentioning $3.30.
The notes cite Clover with domestic cash eid 119 Ash new 1110 Oct 11105 Dec 130 Dec choice 1180 Fed 11.60 Mar 1170 and Imp cash oid 110. Timothy lists cash oid 225 cash new 945 Dec 260 Mar 275. Alsike shows cash 10:60 Oct pou Dec 1675 March 1110.
Grain bids show Wheat at various grades from 122% to 125% with several 4 hard and yellow hard bids. Corn lists mixed grades at 93% to 94%, some 81% and 94% for yellow varieties, plus a 6 mix at 81 and 4 yellow at 93M. Oats appear around 45% to 47% for white and mixed lots. Rye at 100, Marley 61 to 65, Timothy 475 to 550, Clover 1150 to 1950.
West Chester report notes Pearson advising that now is the best time to buy a farm, boasting land value and eight year payoff. The correspondent describes visiting Ainsworth adding growth to the town and meeting Pearson's three well‑looking children, two girls and a boy named after the journalist's own son.
A brief advertisement hints at a romantic choice between many sweets and a Persian kitten or a nice puppy as a perpetual reminder of affection, noting a kiss lasts a day while the pet offers ongoing companionship.
The piece jokes about healthy children as either noisy youngsters or those who will not keep quiet, contrasting lively behavior with quiet stubbornness. It frames humor around everyday child antics without naming people or places.
An ambitious employee threatened to resign after a demand for a large increase was refused. The employer suggested the worker leave the film industry and seek a job better suited to earning money.
A grateful woman honors Konjola who has ended years of illness after a long struggle. The statement reflects relief and appreciation for support received during the period. Local reaction emphasizes resilience and community backing.
Mrs Alta Talley of Cedar Rapids Iowa reports dramatic relief from stomach disorder constipation and nocturnal kidney issues after a short Konjola treatment. She claims improved digestion appetite and regular kidney function and recommends the remedy widely available through Geo L McDaniels Druggist in Washington and local druggists.
Mrs W J Dea in town for husking m t te thees for William as they need them. Mr and Mrs J M Stewart of Ainsworth spent weekend in Salem with daughter Mrs Mabel Stites. Alva Stites runs a drug store. They traveled via Mt Pleasant Fairfield Washington due to bad roads. Palmer Wilson and daughter Joan visited from Dallas Center where Palmer works at a bank. Mrs Wilson to join her parents Mr and Mrs Joe Porter in Wisconsin and Michigan. Frank Klein from Keota seen in Washington. Ezra Eckerman of Keotawa also in town. A Scandia Kan church bulletin notes women cast off clothing. visitors welcome in church basement. P S Sconce mentions six bald headed men and three college students jammed in the rush. Jim Red reports on what is said about him. though named Red, Jim is not red. Jim has a dark friend causing fireflies to follow.
A village narrator reflects on raising children with care and discipline, comparing overcrowded families to crops. She rejects birth control, arguing fit couples should have many children and that hard work and shared responsibility build character. The piece weaves local remarks on farming, pavement, livestock trade, and a humorous dogged exchange about a dislocated jaw.
Geo Griffith enjoyed a Monday chat about Washington with Mr. Gillespie of Omaha. George was not carrying any basket. The column notes that many folks mock large families and Aunt Het will address the topic in the next installment.
Aunt Het sits on her porch and details views on large families and charity. She recalls drowning excess puppy pups, argues children deserve chances, and shares frugal, hard times lessons from her past with seven or more children.
Markets quote butterfat per pound and eggs per dozen with varied poultry prices. Leghorns and ducks listed by weight with different rates, geese and horse hides priced, plus a note on extra pay for delivered poultry and no market for pick thin or crippled birds.
The Snowball social club hosts a Hallowe en social at Charles Kerr home with masked guests. The H J club meets with Mrs John Shalla Sr on Thursday Oct 24. A box social and program is set for Eureka school Wednesday Oct 23 with hot lunch. Havre Social club gathers with Mrs William Gamon Thursday evening, bring small tools and 20 cents basket 50 cents tray. Navajo club meets Wednesday afternoon at Mrs M D Work home 4093 East Washington Street.
Oct. 25 Ernest Carlson Duroc sale in Washington Iowa. Oct. 30 Paul G Peterson and Son Duroes sale in Mediapolis Iowa. Oct. 22 A McBride and Son Here fords in Columbus Junction Iowa.
Public advisory warns that hunting and trespassing are strictly forbidden on all properties north of town. Violations may lead to penalties or legal action as posted by landowners.
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