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Newspaper
Austin American
Location
Austin, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1948
Page
20
Chicago Nov 24 AP The grain market fell on news of price pressures with wheat corn and oats down early more than 2 cents. A late creeping rally pared losses but soybeans slipped about 10 cents and nearby prices hovered near lower levels as traders weighed new supply signals.
An ad touts Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a uterine sedative and tonic to boost resistance and calm nerves during life changes. It cites a clinical study claiming 93 percent relief from nervous tension among women undergoing Change of Life and advertises 35 tablets for $1.00.
New York reports the stock market at its lowest level in eight months as declines spread across the board. Prices fell fractions to about three points with 1.29 million shares trading, the day's heaviest in two weeks, while major issues like Woolworth and Aircraft advanced modestly and bonds weakened.
San Antonio reports cattle 500, calves 600, slow but steady with beef cows firm. hogs 200 head, good and choice 180-280 pounds around 23.00, sows higher. sheep and lambs active with strong to 25 cents higher. Chicago and Fort Worth listings show mixed changes with steers, heifers, cows steady to higher and feeders softer.
General Carl R. Gray, Veterans Administration administrator, visited Houston to inspect the proposed 20 million dollar veterans hospital site and the new regional VA office building, saying the installations would make Houston one of the nation's most important veteran centers.
The US Army transport General M. M. Patrick arrived in Yokohama with 245 American evacuees from China. Fifty five disembarked here and the rest will proceed to the United States.
Chicago cash grain reports indicate wheat prices for No 3 white and No 2 yellow vary with gains seen in futures. Holiday Thanksgiving reduces activity as traders await stronger signals from Fort Worth and Kansas City markets.
An old advertisement touts Black and White Ointment as soothing antiseptic and healing aid for acne eczema and ring worm. It offers 25¢ 60¢ and $1 sizes and urges daily cleansing with Black and White Skin Soap.
New York traders sent cotton futures down slightly in thin pre holiday dealings on November 24. The active nearby December contract saw liquidation and shifting to later months after 24 transferable notices on first notice. prices fell about 60 cents from prior levels with December around 31.91, March 31.87, and May near 31.60.
Spot cotton prices in Galveston and New Orleans show declines and steady levels with ranges for different grades. Wool tops futures in New York finish little changed to modest gains while certificat ed wool tops trade and foreign exchange rates are listed for multiple currencies.
Ray Cavender, chairman of the Rio Grande Valley local, said an employee vote showed 98 per cent in favor of striking if wage increase talks with Southwestern Bell fail. Valley meeting was held Tuesday night.
Paducah Ky November 24 Senator Alben W Barkley observed his 71st birthday anniversary by building a corn crib on one of his three farms near here The vice president elect will have dinner Wednesday night with his son David Barkley daughter in law and two grandchildren No special celebration planned.
Twenty three people killed and many injured when a blast wrecked an explosives factory at Amora near Lisbon in Portugal on Wednesday. Officials report a large number of casualties and ongoing rescue operations.
Fred Kern, brother of Sheriff-elect C. V. Kern, is in critical condition after a self-inflicted 338 caliber pistol wound to the abdomen at a Houston home. The 43-year-old ex fireman had lived with his brother R. W. Kern for three weeks. family reports despondency and police noted he aimed the gun at himself.
An advertisement touts Creomulsion as the effective remedy for coughs bronchitis and chest colds. It claims the medicine reaches the bronchial membranes loosens phlegm and soothes irritation. It emphasizes a money back guarantee if it does not quickly ease the cough and restore sleep.
In Long Beach California on November 24 Virginia L Stanton and Donald M Rush plan to marry in First Baptist Church before about 5000 musicians marching past for the eighth annual Western States Band Review. Officials agreed to pause the parade for the couple to exit and have 70 bands play a wedding march.
Professor Mary Beth Carter of Oklahoma A&M College will attend the game in Stillwater on Thanksgiving and visit her mother Mrs. W H Carter and sister Mrs. Page Benhow.
An advertisement touts FASTEETH alkaline powder to secure false teeth and prevent slipping. It promises comfort, no souring, and reduction of denture breath, advising readers to buy at drug stores.
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