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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1919
Page
5
Hatfield Palmer Co advertises two Moline Universal Tractors used on the Riley Joline farm to demonstrate rapid two row planting and faster cultivation. It promotes speed in row crops and seeds bed prep, claiming 60 percent of acres in cultivation and highlighting the tractor’s ability to plant two rows at once.
Farmers are advised to check harvest tools for good condition and arrange repairs promptly. The notice warns of potential shortages and urges ahead planning for binder twine as supplies may run short. It emphasizes proactive ordering and asks readers to act now to avoid jammed operations.
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Farmers anticipate two week start for wheat harvest as repairs begin on nearby property improvements. An auto accident injured Elmer Ramsey after stepping from a disabled car to assist another. Otto Abshier, Indianapolis, a traveling carburetor salesman, returned to Evanside after a week along White River. Knights of Columbus plan a procession to St Simon's church for the 7 AM mass.
The report lists corn, oats, and hay prices with various grades and receipts. It notes steady prices for steers, cows, heifers, and sheep, with modest receipts and mixed grading. A birth is announced for the Price family and the weather outlook calls for fair conditions. A French chemist explains a refrigeration process using sulphur dioxide expansion.
Washington reporters witnessed Hatfield and Palmer Co. demonstrate the Moline Universal tractor at Hoffman farm, north of Washington, as Riley Swallows cultivated a 30 acre corn field. The tractor outpaced three teams for speed and efficiency, proving farm work can be done day or night with reduced labor and greater versatility.
A brief note reflects on how farm horses are hindered by human ingenuity, suggesting clever devices or methods complicate rather than aid daily tasks on rural land.
Postmaster E. E. Forssthe reports from Washington that the 2 cent rate for first class mail will take effect July 1 1919. 3 cent stamp stock and 2 cent postcards may be redeemed for full value before August 1 1919 via stamp exchanges. The 3 cent and 1 cent postcard rates revert to prewar levels after June 30 1919.
A Detroit woman reports relief from backache rheumatic pain and fatigue after using Foley Kidney pills. She says she now sleeps better and experiences less back and side pain. The letter emphasizes kidney trouble as the cause and urges others to try the remedy. The text also briefly mentions a submarine mountains surface described as shell strewn.
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