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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1926
Page
23
A Waterloo Township gathering led by Iowa State marketing expert Cady examined spring pig prospects, noting farmers plan about ten more pigs if corn stays strong. Participants discussed price cycles from 1812 to today, marked by fluctuations and impacts on hog raising and farm incomes.
Grundy County land notes indicate Tama Stockman plans a large 807 acre pasture near Reinheck and Grundy County. William Sprole of Traer has expanded holdings by 400 acres and may consolidate nearby tracts for livestock and pasture development.
Grundy Center announces new dates for Grundy County Fair set for August 15 to 18 this year, shifting from September to prevent overlaps with neighboring county expositions. Officials cite calendar conflicts with Tama and Puller counties and align with broader regional events.
The note gives scattershot gardening guidance such as covering rhubarb windows, sowing ziunias and petunias, transplanting seedlings, and noting parsley and lima beans. It implies timing for crops like Kohl rabi and cardinal climber vines, with warnings about seed depth and outdoor planting after frost.
Milking Shorthorn cow from Marquart Ranch Junction Wisconsin set a world butterfat record with a record milk yield reaching April 27 1926 near 4009 pounds of butterfat. Bar-None Clay Duchess owned by Bar-None Ranch Jersey surpassed prior records at the International Livestock Exposition and was bred by DLP Marquart with ties to United States Milking Shorthorn Breeders Association.
Prof Holden urges Iowa farmers to test seed corn to estimate potential yield loss. He notes poor seed, weather and germination issues threaten autumn harvest and warns against relying on untested lots. He speaks at Elbow club about testing's role in reducing future losses.
The article notes peat soil in Iowa producing seed potatoes and mentions Waseo county farmer Ray Vo MeWhorter, a WWI aviator, growing more study potatoes on peat for seven years. It cites cooperative farm bureau studies and suggests peat-grown Cobblers are equal to northern varieties, early and good to eat.
May program at the parochial school featured performances by music students with Mrs Charles Day as accompanist. Voices from students including John L Kort and Eve delivered readings. Farmers Anes Gunn and others spoke as part of an event coordinating township activities.
Farmers in Delaware county run 14 small limestone crushers to supply lime for legume crops, reducing reliance on commercial quarries. Last year 1200 to 1500 acres of alfalfa were grown, with lime needed to improve soil. White blossom sweet clover and Dakota No. 12 alfalfa are favored. A countywide limestone and legume campaign with about 40 meetings is planned by the farm bureau.
Letter to the editor advocates humane treatment of farm animals as tractors replace horses. The writer questions abuses in dairies and fields, urging Mitchell and surrounding counties to act and compare practices with wider communities. The piece laments cruel scenes and calls for reform and compassion.
In a week of unsettled trading the butter market faced weak demand and cautious sellers. Receivers pressed goods on arrival while thieves and distributors operated near the fringe of confidence, leading to a general sentiment favoring lower orders and limited storage in the market.
Fragmented cattle market report indicates mixed feeder demand with higher prices for some fat cattle while steer and heifer trends show variability. Observations reference feed lots, warehouse numbers, and local sales activity with limited readable figures.
Wheat prices showed irregular movement amid widespread moisture and a weak export pace. Traders weighed bearish weather signals against early demand and regional price shifts, with corn and oats trading narrowly as snow and warmer trends influence Midwest markets.
Wheat prices and cash quotations from the Chicago Board of Trade are listed for March 27 AP report notes mixed conditions. Prices for oats and other grains show varied bids with standard grades and nearby contracts quoted. no decisive edge for buyers or sellers.
Chicago market noted hogs at top price of 10.25 with 3,008 receipts, down from 9,000 and fewer than prior averages. Reports show lighter hogs and mixed loads with varying weights and hefty livestock prices across cattle and sheep sections.
Market notes list 230 to 333.00 and 180 pound ranges with bids on bulls and heifers. Buyers report loads up to 9 thousand dollars, with top prices for light weight and fresh shorn lambs, and weekly comparisons across feeders and stockers.
At St Paul and Kansas City yards, receipts around 1,500 hogs and heavy cattle volume show steady to uneven bids. Traders highlight strong steer weight classes, steady hog values, and demand for feeders, with lamb and sheep futures uncertain ahead of next week’s activity.
The market opened with broad selling pressure as major stocks fell sharply led by United States Steel and Woolworth. Trading showed heavy activity with about 1,000,000 shares changing hands as many key names including DuPont, Chesapeake, American Tobacco, and Canadian Pacific moved lower amid weaker demand and pauses in covering short positions.
Prices at Chicago and New York markets show mixed shifts in produce and commodities. Wheat, corn, oats and cotton futures moved, while live cattle and hogs saw varied bids. sugar and cotton futures closed largely steady with modest changes.
AP reports on grain prices and market conditions with July and September wheat spreads showing wider margins. Traders note slow cash demand and shifting futures as weather and harvest season influence the Minneapolis and broader U.S. corn, oats and wheat markets.
Newly elected officers of the Waterloo Central Labor were announced today. Jackson is president, Sam Jenson secretary treasurer, W T Webb sergeant at arms, C E Rodrick. trustees include C Quackanush and Joe Schoemarher. Next meeting set for April 13.
Grain and wheat prices eased with rain and winds dampening demand and harvest outlook. Corn and oats show modest declines while storage and shipping factors weigh on the market. wheat remains volatile amid European demand and U S selling.
Community workshop advertises spring repair services with promise of guaranteed work and reminder to bring tractors and plows now. Local business emphasizes readiness for farming season and timely service.
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