County cow test reports 352 cows on test
Miles Daley of the Bi Monthly Cow Testing Association announces 352 cows on test with 41 head dry over the two month period. Average milk 1013 pounds per cow and 40.2 pounds butterfat. Top five herds listed: Boone, Hamon, Burroughs, Westrick, Arnold with per day yields and butterfat varying. Feed plans note farm livestock programs to secure fall purchases before price increases.
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Miles Daley
Dan A. Boone
Mr. Boone
Arthur L. Hamon
Myron EB. Burroughs
Raymond L. Westrick
Guernsey
Ernest E. Arnold
Chicago Market News and Grain Tables Dated September Sixth
Chicago reports unsettled egg market with receipts of 8 300 cases and varying grade figures. Grain table shows open high low close for wheat corn oats and soybeans across Sep Dec May and July contracts with price ranges and percentage moves.
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Chicago
Chicago Casa Grain
Contempt Charges Dismissed by Judge in Bottling Plant Case
Judge P J Siegers of Newton dismissed contempt of court charges against five striking employees of the Mahaska Bottling Works and one strike sympathizer. The complaints by H E Morgan and Keith and Will Shaw claim violation of a temporary injunction against intimidation and interference with plant operations.
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Oskaloosa
P. J. Siegers
Newton
Mahaska
H. E. Morgan
Keith
Will Shaw
Morgan
Siegers
Cork Supply Dominated by Portugal and Spain
The world's cork comes mainly from Portugal and Spain with minor production by California and India.
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Portugal
Spain
California
India
Ancient Phoenicians Used Wax Candles
Ancient Phoenicians used wax candles as a lighting source in ancient times. The statement notes historical use of wax lighting and references Phoenician practices.
New Raisin Sauce Uses Apple Cider For Juicy Dishes
A recipe introduces a raisin sauce for ham pork and veal that swaps the liquid with apple cider. The sauce aims to deliver a fruity glaze that complements roasted meats and adds moisture and sweetness to the dishes.
Librarian to Attend State Convention in Ames
Grace Stephen librarian at Washington city library will attend the fifty second Iowa Library association meeting in Ames. The three day convention at Iowa State college Memorial Union features speakers from the Iowa Library commission Des Moines Register and Tribune and University of Iowa. Prof John Frederick editor and critic and Dr Frank Luther Mott describe literature in crisis with events including a carillon concert tea and round table discussions.
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Grace Stephen
Washington City
Ames
Iowa Library, Association
Iowa State College
Memorial Union
H. C. Houghton, Jr
Red Oak
Association
Blanche Smith
Iowa Library Commission
Horace Towner
Mount Vernon
W. W. Waymack
The
Des Moines Register and Tribune
John T. Frederick
Chicago
Charles E. Brown
American Lisary, Association
Paul Engl
Cedar Rapids
Frank Luther Mott
Iowa City
University of Iowa
Bob Burlingame
Des Moines
Pterodactyls Among Early Flying Creatures
A note explains that extinct pterodactyls along with birds bats and insects represented four categories by which flight evolved, highlighting a historical view of aviation origins.
St Bernard Exhibited in England Weighed 214 Pounds
A historical note recalls a St Bernard shown in England in 1886 that weighed 214 pounds, highlighting the breed’s extraordinary size for the period.
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England
Philippine leaf tobacco shipment to U S tops four million pounds
Leaf tobacco shipped from the Philippines to the United States last year weighed over 4,000,000 pounds.
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Philippines
United States
Market Summary Chicago Livestock Prices Sept Six
Hogs 200 head steady with top at 12.10 for the week up to 25c gains. Packing sows 10c lower with top 12.10. most 11.80 to 12.10. sows 9.40 to 10.35. lights to 10.75. Cattle 100 head week gains 10c on steers and yearlings. bulls 25c lower. vealers strong with top 12.85. next best 12.80. largely 11.25 to 12.40. vealers 14.00. Sheep 1,000 head week spring lambs 50c to 75c higher. yearlings 25c to 50c up. western springers up to 13.35. natives 12.25 to 12.60.
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Chicago
Chicago cash grain prices for corn and oats
Chicago market column reports cash grain prices on September 6. Corn futures show yellow 1 at 76 1/4 to 77, yellow 2 at 76 1/2 to 77, yellow 3 at 75 1/2 to 76. Oats list mixed 48% to 48% for grade 1, mixed 46% for grade 3, white 49% for grade 1, white 48% to 49% for grade 2.
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Chicago
Week Notes on Summer Park Service and Y's Men
The closing summer union park service and a Labor day pool plunge are noted. Y's Men resume meetings with Bill Shannon installed as president, while Dave Elder completes a strong year. Robert McFarlane joins the social committee and extensive Y activities are highlighted.
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Bill Shannon
Bill
Hi Y
Dave Elder
Robert McFarlane
Young Men's Christian Association
Hi Y Cabinet Plans Rally With Rep Martin Visit
The Hi-Y cabinet met for dinner at North Side cafe Friday and outlined plans for the coming season. Everette Squire serves as the president and a rally addressed by Representative Martin of Iowa City was announced for the evening.
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Martin
Iowa City
North Side
Everette Squire
Mrs Hendrickson Services Set In Xenia
Mrs C W Hendrickson 71 died at her home in Xenia early this morning after months with anemia. Funeral services run tomorrow at two in Ainsworth with Rev John Nye presiding. Burial follows at Ainsworth Cemetery. Nancy Willey born Louisa county in April 1870.
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Xenia
C. W. Hendrickson
Ainsworth
John Nye
Nancy Willey
Louisa County
Husky 82 Hog Consignment Sells at 11.65 Per Cwt
R. S. Borland of Washington county stock farm Brighton marketed 82 butcher hogs at the Chicago Stock Yards last week. The hogs averaged 278 pounds and sold without sorting at 11.65 dollars per hundredweight.
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Chicago
R. S. Borland
Washington County Stockman
Brighton
Mrs Hendrickson Dies. Kin Noted From Kenia and Goose Creek
Funeral notice for Mrs. Hendrickson lists Eliza Geddes and William W. Willey as parents. She married C. W. Hendrickson and lived in Kenia and Goose Creek. Survived by husband two daughters Martha Smith and Lottie Hendrickson two sons Walter Moline Charles Muscatine and Lyman one sister and five brothers with one grandchild. Two daughters and three siblings preceded her.
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Eliza Geddes
William W. Willey
C. W. Hendrickson
Kenia
Goose Creek
Calif
Walter
Sibley
Frank
Long Beach
John
Omaha
Charles
Harlan
Estherville
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