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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 23, 1907

Page

8

Markets Mix of Grain and Live Stock Prices Across Regions

Chicago quotations show wheat at around 2.81 to 2.10 dollars with futures and cash listings including Dec and May contracts. Corn and oats follow varied sample prices. live stock in East Buffalo and Chicago area reports include hogs steady to strong, cattle slow, and lambs active with strong demand for prime stock.

Chicago Chicago Board of Trade Ostaea Slorye East Buffalo N. Y Dunning & Stevens Sto Commission East Buffa

Illinois Newspaper Men Hold Joliet Convention

Editors and publishers from across Illinois gather in Joliet for the annual Illinois Daily Newspaper association convention. Business sessions meet at the Commercial club, with a penitentiary tour in the afternoon and a reception there in the evening.

Illinois Joliet, Jr Joliet Ilinois Daily Newspaper Association

Astronomers Track New Comet Near Earth

In Berkeley on October 23 astronomers led by Professor Leusner of the University of California report a new comet discovered by Wisconsin astronomer Meflish. The celestial body nears Earth but will not strike it, its closest approach over 5,000,000 miles away.

Berkeley Cal Meflish Wisconsin Leuselner Department of University of California

France and Spain to recognize Abd El Aziz as Moroccan sultan

Premier Manra told the senate that France and Spain would recognize Abd El Aziz as sultan of Morocco. He said Franco-Spanish police would be installed in Moroccan ports until native contingents are organized.

Madrid Senate Manra France Sed Spain Abd EL Aziz Morocco

Boundary Boundary Suit Settled on East Borneo Islands

Washington reports a naval order releasing details of a boundary dispute between Britain and the United States over island administration near Borneo. The Beritajah North Borneo Company operates under concession A until a treaty solidifies the boundary, with the line between the Philippine archipelago and British possessions in question.

Washington Great Britain United States Borneo Beritiah North Borneo Company Philippine Archipelago British North Borneo Company Loot Jnivy 10 Mie Company Islinds Shomstraten

Appeal affirms bond against head banker in Woodmen case

United States circuit court of appeals files an opinion in the appeal of A No Bort head banker of the Modern Woodmen of America against EO Pt Me Cutcheon Co. of Iowa. It holds the bond for 200000 dollars was given to Bart personally for the deposit of 100000 dollars of the order funds.

Railroad Discharge Protest Over Wire Chief Refusal

Denver notes that no strike or telegraph operators will occur on the Denver road as Wire Chief Skeges of Grand Junction resigns and refuses reinstatement after securing other work. Tadignapolis reports a Presbyterian board of foreign missions to receive 10 percent of Woos Hubbard estate valued at 500000. Rudyard Kipling arrives in Montreal from Ottawa and will stay with Sir William Van Horpe during his visit.

Denver OY. Skheges Grand Junction Skeges Tadignapolis Oet Woos Hubbard Presbyteran Board of Foreign Missions Montreal Rudyard Kipling Ottawa City Kipling Sir William van Horpe

Weather forecast for Midwest states tonight

The forecast calls for fair skies across Illinois Indiana and Wisconsin with cooler temperatures. Lower Michigan is expected to be generally fair and cooler, while Iowa remains fair.

Illinois Indiana Michigan Wisconsin Iowa

Revenue service reports September receipts rise to 22 million

Washington reports the monthly internal revenue total for September 1907 at 22,218,485 dollars, marking a gain over September 1906 of about 976,000 dollars, with spirits showing a 610,800 dollar increase.

Washington Internal Revenue

Major Delmar Beats Sweet Marie in Aomatehmee Race

Delmar wins two of three heats at Hudsoniver Driving Park Ponsikeepsie NOW for a purse of $2.00. The report notes other varied items from a disaster in Belleville Ontario to regional notices including parliaments, postmasters, and press clubs conventions.

Delmar Sweet Marie Hudsoniver Ponsikeepsie Manily Belleville Ont Geo. Graham PP Jules Woerkinen General Booth Salvation Army Chicago Garth Shingle Garth Mieh Secom Washington National Newsboys’ Association of Columus Columbus O. Tis Sts Petersters Westinghouse Electric Company

Hoof care advice for farmers on shoe fitting and contraction

In Farm Journal RE Russell warns against harsh hoof treatments and urges fitting shoes to the foot. When hoofs are dry and contracted use water and glycerin to soften the horn, prevent further contraction, and avoid tar or grease.

RE. Russell Farm Journal

Floating Snail Described as Sea Craft on a Raft

A peculiar snail named vinthina forms a self built raft like boat with air compartments to sail safely while seas rage. It carries eggs center and lighter ones at edges to balance weight. It feeds on a bitter plant and lines wash ashore along France. The piece ends with a note on license reforms and public interests in liquor control.

France

L UOR IN NORWAY AND SCOPE OF Svalag LICENSES

In Norway the Scolag system allows municipalities to grant retail spirit licenses to a chosen company serving community interests with limited returns on capital. Two license types existed under Samlag, annual or term licenses and life licenses. Compensation was paid to dispossessed licensees in the first class.

New York Norway

Controversy Over Paris Figaro Ownership Split

After N Villemessant left the Paris Figaro to top contributors a dispute erupts. Three principals push to take 7000 each or 1500 yearly shares, despite meager contributions. They demand control and a severance plan that guarantees vast posthumous income to the surviving partner, per London Observer.

N. Villemessant Paris Figuro Picaro London Observer

Mrs Chatterton as a Talking Machine

A witty Baltimore American quip compares Mrs Chatterton to a talking machine noting she lacks an exhaust. The remark pivots on humor about artificiality and usefulness.

Mrs. Chatterton Baltimore American

Difference Between a Chef and a Cook

A Chicago Tribune quote contrasts roles noting a chef supervises the cuisine while a cook runs the kitchen. The remark emphasizes leadership vs. daily kitchen tasks in culinary work.

Tan Tommy Chicago Tribune

Religion Should Be The Rule Of Life Not Casual Incident

A Beacons field quote asserts religion as central to living, not a casual element. It emphasizes discipline and life guidance through faith.

Beaconsfield

Stamping Out Hog Cholera in Canada and Iowa Advice

Canada reportedly eliminated hog cholera by culling affected hogs, quarantine, and compensation. Iowa State Veterinarian McNeil urges sanitation and prevention, recommending dip tanks or direct face and head cleaning with disinfectant and light jlotline paint to disinfect and deter minor skin conditions.

Canada McNeil Iowa Agricultural College

Feeding Dairy Cattle and Milk Production Rules

The Farmers Advocate argues milk comes from feed, and more feed yields more milk. A beef cow stores fat, but a dairy cow converts almost all feed into milk, so generous feeding is advised for the milch cow.

Milk value of immature and mature corn fodder proved equal

Trials at the Vermont station show no material difference in milk producing value between immature and mature corn fodder when measured by dry matter. Silage from mature and immature corn yielded the same results per pound of dry matter, indicating timing affects yield but not quality.

Vermont Station

Keeping Squashes For Late Spring Harvests

Gardeners often fail to store squashes until late spring but can hold them until June if conditions are right. Harvest before frost, handle gently, and store at even temperatures. Extreme temperatures spoil long keeping. use or sell soft shelled immature specimens.

National Stockman

Selecting a Farm Driving Horse

A Farm Journal note urges choosing a versatile horse that a wife, daughter, and sons can ride and drive. Target about fifteen hands high and 950 to 1000 pounds with a good disposition and balanced performance under harness or saddle. Smaller horses are preferred for light driving due to firmer, finer feet and better soundness.

Farm Journal

Remedy For Chicken Mites Brine Tactic Described

A historic remedy instructs making a concentrated salt brine with dissolving heat and adding crude carbolic acid at half a pint per gallon. The mixture may not fully mix but should be stirred while applied to roosts and walls with a spray pump. Weekly applications for three to five weeks aim to eradicate the pests.

Orchard Borers Threat Warned Before Frost

Farmers urged to inspect all apple trees for borers before ground freezes. Traditional knife and wire methods are cited as reliable control. Delaying treatment until spring could girdle and kill valuable trees.

Colt care advice urges barn overnight shelter for growth

A reader warns against letting young horses roam all day out in the pasture. They advocate bringing colts indoors at night to ensure proper growth and development.

Local Visit Treks From Ainsworth and Surrounding Towns

Women from Ainsworth Eldon Keota and Fairfield travel for family and friend visits. Mrs. A E Wells leaves for Eldon to see her niece. Mrs. J Harwood Bert Barber and Will Harwood visit the Junction. Mrs. Maud Bendtsen returns to Chicago after visiting near Ainsworth. Mrs. Giberson and Mrs. Heckethorn go back to homes near Fairfield after a visit here.

J.2a. Harwood Bert Barber Will Harwood Maud Bendtsen Chicago Ainsworth E. G. Giberson H. Heckethorn Fairfield W. N. H Thorn

How to Cure a Cold

How to cure a cold without loss of time is discussed with emphasis on quick relief to prevent pneumonia. Mr W L Hall of rly endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy after years of use and recommends it to friends who agree with him. Sold by Cook and Sherman.

W. L. Hall Rly Chamberlain Cook Sherman

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