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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1939

Page

8

Missouri Iowa land swap completed by pen

Des Moines reports an agreed exchange of land between Missouri and Iowa after Governor George A. Wilson signed the act transferring about 600 acres near the Des Moines river mouth. In return Missouri will receive a roughly equal amount of land, the swap prompted by river meanderings along the boundary.

Des Moines Lee County Anschlus Missouri Iowa George A. Wilson Des Moines River

Crop reports for state show varied yields and weather impact

The year’s crop report indicates oats unlikely, rye prospects near 12 bushels, clover and timothy hurt by sun and drought, alfalfa two points above average at 82, pasture at 76, and fruit hopes mix. Peach losses from spring freezes but peaches at 53 percent of expected. overall production near 452,000 bushels vs long term averages.

Ted Justin

Various Society News Items Highlight Local Meetings

Local society notes record a United Brethren Missionary Society meeting at the parsonage on June 15 with prayers, songs, and reports from a Plainville convention. Other items mention War Mothers and Bridge Club events, a DAR picnic at Spring Mill State Park, and upcoming meetings of church and veterans groups.

U. B. Missionary Society United Brethren Missionary Society Min Moren McMu M McCormick Moren Ruth Plainville Harrell McMurtrey Violet Bayles McMurtry Myrtle McCormick Spring Mill White River Daughters of the American Revolution T Sp State Park Hatfield Regent Roy Bogner Jennie Igda Gill John Vaile Bexiford

Pastor Windsors Promises Not Of Promises Not Of Promise

Hollywood reports pastor Jardine a former Anglican bishop, twice divorced, says the church ban and American reaction cloud his path. He recalls a peace telegram to the duke of Windsor, notes secular limits in Hollywood, and recalls duties in Darlington. He questions why he is shunned while hoping a greater understanding comes. He reflects on past kingly ties and present struggle.

Jardine Church of England America United States Chicago Hollywood

Odon O. E. S. Tells Memorial Service Details

The Odon chapter Order of Eastern Star plans a memorial service for OGON O. E. S. TOLD. Members will gather at the local lodge to honor the late figure with prayers and readings.

Ogon O. E. S Odon Chapter Order of Latern Stars Will Mer

Market Prices Reported in Fragmented Notes

Fragmented OCR data lists cattle prices by category including steers heifers calves and sows with ranges such as 6.10 5.60 4.25 8.50 9.60 and 10.75, mentioning market steadiness and general value bands for feed lots and operations. The text is partial and robotically garbled, lacking clear dates locations or full itemized lines.

Livestock Price Ranges for Hogs and Sows

Market quotes show hog weight brackets with prices: 180-200 Ibs at 5.80, 200-225 Ibs at 5.75, 225-250 Ibs at 5.75, 250-275 Ibs at 5.60, and sows priced from 3.50 to 4.00.

Hog market closes with varied weights and prices

Trading centers report hog market activity with prices around six dollars and thirty five cents per hundredweight for different weight classes from 160 to 220 pounds. Exact ranges are unclear but indicate a five cent lower trend for some lots and sizable lots around 210 to 220 pounds.

Hog market report with price ranges and weights

Hog market update shows 2,600 head traded with a five cent lower trend. Weight classes noted 160 to 250 pounds at 6.40 dollars, and 250 to 775 pounds in a separate range.

Special rifle made for short built Dorset Reade James

London reports that the 4th Dorset Regiment has had a special rifle with a short butt made for James, whose height is five feet two inches, the minimum for acceptance in the unit. The note highlights the unusual accommodation for an enlisted man.

London James Dorset

Circus Horse Performs Lam bath Walk in Berlin

Berlin circus showcases Caprice a horse owned by Jeanette Althof as it performs the famous Lam bath Walk during each show. The act features precise leg movements and graceful balance, entertaining crowds in the German capital.

Berlin Lambath Caprice Jeanette Althof

Democrat Want Ad Legal Notice Fragment

Executor of the last will and testament of Joc Ishum announces probate action. The statement references a missing person or beneficiaries and requests further legal action to settle the estate. The notice hints at unresolved distribution and calls for interested parties to respond.

Joc Ishum

Specials On Good Clean Handkerchiefs 50 Cents

Fragmented ad copy lists items and prices including 50 cent handkerchiefs sold at Fifth Avenue and 21 E. Mately. Mentions a car inquiry for a SAI sedan and contact at Washington Motor Co 15 East London Ind. References music by Honey and public invitation with scattered OCR junk.

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