Iowa labor report shows 2.3 percent September gain
A. L. Uriek, Iowa labor commissioner, reports September employment conditions up 2.3 percent from August. Textiles and iron and steel sectors rise. 305 firms reported this month vs 304 prior month, with textiles up 7.9 percent and iron and steel up 8 percent, while foundries and machine shops posted a loss.
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Left Handed Cornpicker Wanted to Match Hired Girl
Sioux City Oct 23. Jacob Winkleman of Schleswig Ia seeks a lefthanded cornpicker capable of keeping up with his hired girl who can harvest 40 to 60 bushels daily. The request was received by J W Holmes of the State Federal Employment bureau.
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Industry report notes mixed gains in leather and tobacco sectors
The summary notes leather products up 10.3 percent and cigars and tobacco rising 4.8 percent for a third straight gain. It cites improved business conditions, with only two poor reports per 100 and many firms reporting better activity than a year ago, expecting higher volumes.
Toledo Railway Announces Largest Gasoline Engine Locomotive
The Iowa Railway & Light Co. bought a 23 ton gasoline locomotive for 10 000 dollars from George T Whitcomb Co. The engine, the state’s largest of its kind, will haul freight on the Tama Toledo railway and can move eight or ten cars on a feeder track with full safety and electrical features.
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