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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1923
Page
15
Adorers letters to the editor appear in the Courier and Reporter questioning farm department actions. The Waterlog section notes readers contacting via phone 5100 with comments and inquiries.
Washington reports Edward H. Cunningham secretary of the Iowa Farm Bureau federation is named to the federal reserve board by President Kardine. Brookhart voices no strong opposition while backing Cunningham’s qualification. The appointment follows support from Sen. Cummins and other farm leaders and organizations. Cunningham to assume duties in Washington after Milo Campbell’s death. The post carries a 312 000 annual salary and staff authority.
Cedar Falls May 8 A proposed school of instruction in caponizing by Will Lapp poultry extension specialist aims to draw wide interest Ames in Black Hawk county Black Hawk County Farm Bureau directors will cover expenses with no charge for attendees A June detail is to be announced Capons grow about twice the weight of cooks of the same bread and help transfer feeds into meat suitable for market The birds are noted for hovering baby chicks where incubators are used
A Black Hawk county poultry record for April highlights common errors in American Farming tips. Failures include lacking definite plans, winter culling, feeding hens during rest, and not saving hatching eggs from best laying strains. Chicks should hatch early and mature to lay by November.
A garbled report notes a legislative enactment in India expanding women’s access to municipal roles. It mentions SSR Atles Adelaide Gomi New jocal atenographoar and a national fencing onekip of her sox, but the text is incomplete and unclear.
At Hudson Ja May 8 the consolidated school reports its agricultural class testing and grading seed corn. Students test about 5 000 ears, shell and grade kernels, and use a fool proof tester to aid planting decisions. The program aims to provide practical help to local farmers and teach reliable, workmanlike methods.
April reports show Fred Sanders Cedar Falls tops Black Hawk county with a Leghorn flock producing 75.2 percent in the month. Sanders fed 34.46 and earned 181.83 from eggs. a flock of 370 birds yielded 348 eggs. Second place went to H. B. Cleveland Cedar Falls with 60.3 percent from 43 birds. feed 6.03 and eggs sold 52.25. Third was W. W. Hotenkiss Whin Recks with 0 percent. feed 16.85 eggs sold 128.28 and total 283.78. Miss Hudson notes variation due to breeding and culling across flocks.
West Waterloo Farm Home Improvement club will convene Thursday May 17 at the home of Mrs Claude Kough instead of May 5. Demonstration will be featured. The program committee expects a goodly number to attend.
Co workers of late Sivarld Powell, general manager of California Pratt Growers, unveiled a bias dedicated to Why fn the ad Milistration in Washington DC. Secretaries Woover Wallgea and Veank Horne spoke as Powell’s intimary associate in food administration.
The Delaware county court opens his May term in Manchester with Judge Stiles presiding. Docket includes Kehos vs Richardson and Norris vs Behan among several civil motions. Maypole Dance planned Friday evening May 11 at the Masonic lodge with many advance tickets sold. Commercial Club hosts a meeting this evening with Senator George Banta and Rep Clyde Doolittle expected to speak.
Eight year old Amy Cunningham of Orange Township injured when caught in a cream separator at her father George Cunningham’s farm. She is hospitalized in Omaha with injuries from the accident and is a daughter of Mr and Mrs George Cunningham.
An evening program titled Frederika presented by local performers drew a large audience. The article notes the death of Mrs. Deli Bravetor, with funeral plans set for Monday, and mentions Mother's Day observances and upcoming campus events at Coe College Cedar.
Readlyn and nearby residents attended the golden wedding anniversary of Min and Mira Choig Buhr in Tripoli on Tuesday. Local families, visitors from Germany and Iowa, and church groups held events with refreshments and an illustrated talk on mission work in China.
The report summarizes cattle and hog prices, receipts, and trends from Kansas City, Minneapolis, Chicago, Toledo, and St. Louis markets. It notes shifts in hog prices to 5-25 cents under, cattle up to 15 cents, and varied beef and veal values with movement in futures and current bids across major trading centers.
Market notes show Plous spring wheat, butter, lard, hay, cattle hogs and hides quoted. Quotations from Rath Packing Co set hog prices noon today. foreign exchange rates and rough metal and wool data reported alongside grain and livestock pricing.
Cornish market notes describe bullish factors for wheat with weather in the Weepenn Mustye area improving demand. Reports cite futures activity in Chicago and Liverpool markets, a steady tendency in prices, and expectations of higher open interest. The piece mentions seller bids, futures for July and September, and a cautious mood as traders weigh supply and weather effects.
Sioux City Iowa cattle market notes show mixed classes with stockers and feeders steady to active. Fat steers and heifers trade around 6.60 to 7.10 with cows and bulls recorded at varied prices and demand remaining steady across offerings.
Market reports from Mina describe livestock receipts and bids. Varying weights show receipts near 2903 with strong demand for lambs, sows, and heifers. Prices listed include 6.50 for sows and 7.50 for heavy mixed lots, with several lots grouped by weight and type.
A chaotic but advancing session sees Avan and others climb led by energy and industrials as several large issues gain ground. Stocks such as Copper and Petroleum firms push higher while laggards retreat with notable declines in steel and automotive shares.
Produce price notes cover butter and cheese in New York and Chicago with many figures, lists of dairy and poultry items, and scattered obituaries and local tidbits. Includes dairy creamery prices, skim and whole milk grades, and poultry items with live and dressed costs. Obituary mentions Brerlyn Eugene and local residents with several small-town references.
Uncle Harry and Jimmy discuss immigration policy and its impact on labor and costs. They note fluctuations in labor supply, the need to limit aliens, and the desire for exam and labor-targeted requirements. The conversation explores historical trends and possible commissions to study labor needs and geographic placement.
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