Farm census data highlights Washington crop leadership
Des Moines reports show Iowa agriculture dominates the economy with Hancock county singled out for its land value and farm assets. The county holds more than 42 million dollars in land and 9.5 million in farm buildings on 350,689 acres, with 408 tractors and 1,729 on farms. Corn shows 2,737,202 bushels husked, oats total value 2,078,929, while winter wheat remains scarce.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Lou F. Morgans
State Census Bureau
Morgans
Hancock County
Hancock
Hardin County Agricultural Output in 1924 Detailed
The county reports 1924 farm results across grains and crops. Rye led with 1,220 acres, 16,022 bushels threshed worth $15,099. barley 2,008 acres valued at $43,379. flax 166 acres with 717 bushels sold for $1,114. soybeans 380 acres with $2,077 in value. hay yields totaled 29,755 tons worth $265,685 for tame hay and 7,330 tons worth $42,367 for wild hay. Potatoes produced 175,538 bushels worth $61,63 per bushel. hogs on hand valued at $818,015 with 2,598 hogs lost to cholera and 4,289 to other diseases. cattle worth $1,4235. sheep 1,444 head worth $15,876. bees 306 hives yielding 3,309 pounds honey valued $620. Total dairy products worth $814,216. $664,721 sold off the farm.
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Hardin
Hardin County
Hancock County
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets for Bad Breath Relief
Dr Edward s Olive Tablets offer a gentle bowel stimulant as a calomel substitute. The sugar coated tablets claim to purify the system, improve breath, and spare readers from griping or after effects. Available in 15c and 30c sizes, advertised as a vegetable formula with olive color.
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Dr. Edwards
Edwards
M. Edwards
Pape's Diapep Sin Delivers Instant Digestive Relief
An old newspaper ad proclaims Pape's Diapep sin to stop acid stomach gas and indigestion instantly. It promises relief from heartburn, fullness, and palpitations once the tablet reaches the stomach, with a low forty cent price and broad druggist endorsement.
Parrot Honored for Heroism in 1875 Frontier clash
Parrot Pat Callahan, age 70, once aided white settlers against an Indian raid in 1875 in Montana. Flying above combat, Pat screeched Give em hell prompting retreat. He reportedly lost two claws in the affair while a canary and the parrot were pets of the state prison warden.
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Pat
Altho
Montana State Prison
California Fig Syrup Advertisement Beware Counterfeits
An old advertisement promotes California Fig Syrup for babies and children claiming to ease constipation without narcotics. It urges asking the druggist for genuine syrup and to avoid counterfeits, asserting it sweetens the stomach and starts the liver and bowels without gripping.
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California
Canary Braving Cold Forces Pat to Shelter Itself
A frigid night drives a canary to warmth under Pat’s wing. Pat loses two claws to frost while hiding the bird. Captured in Mexico in 1856, Pat later belonged to Mrs. G Floto, who notes the guecies may live 150 years as Red Cross launches a Des Moines campaign with 140 chapters and over 50 000 solicitors.
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Severa
Pat
Mexico
Pat Callahan
G. Floto
RED Cross
Des Moines
Grinnell to Host Sixth Iowa High School Press Meet
Grinnell Iowa hosts the sixth annual Iowa High School Press Association convention on December 4 and 5 with delegates from about 37 high schools. National and state journalist speakers will discuss all aspects of high school journalism plus round table discussions. Social events include a tea banquet plays spreads and a dance. Signe Ten a Chi and Theta Sigma Phi oversee details of the Grinnell gathering.
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Grinnell
Iowa High School Press Association
Grinnall
Iowa
Ery High School
Signe Tena | Chi
Theta Sigma Phi
Town State High School Press Chapter Founded in 1921
A chapter of Sigma Delta Chi that town state high school press organization was founded in 1921. The article notes the early formation and ongoing influence of the group in student journalism, highlighting its role in fostering professional standards and ethical reporting.
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Chapter
Sigma Delta Chi
That Town State High School Press Aggocration Was
Tommy Milton Wins Auto Race in Charlotte 250 Miles
Tommy Milton won the 250 mile race at Charlotte speedway for the second time today. Elis set a new course record of 124.5 miles per hour yesterday. Milton earned $10,400, Harry Hartz took $5,000 for second, and Jerry Won derlich received $2,500 for third.
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Charlotte
N. C
Tommy Milton
Charlotte Speedway
Elis
Milton
Harry Hartz
Jerry Wonderlich
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