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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1934
Page
15
Chicago reports soaring hog prices in a two week span as swine reach aristocrat status on markets. Prices climbed to about 125 dollars per hundredweight with tax bringing near 1 dollar at leading hubs. Farmers face tight supplies while packers pay over 22 dollars per head for well fed hogs.
Iowa officials announced a statewide Junior gardens club show for ages 10 to 15 will join the state garden and flower show at the Iowa State fair next month. The event is organized with the Federated Garden Clubs of Iowa and other groups. The program features miniature back yard gardens and dish gardens, bird houses, and conservation posters. Cash prizes exceed 600 dollars across several competitions, with space allocated on the main floor and balconies of the agricultural building.
MINNEAPOLIS AP TI was Congressman F H Shoemakers move Saturday night as police awaited his reaction to the confiscation of two automobiles which they believed belonged to the Minnesota farmer labor representative The machines were seized late Saturday by deputy sheriffs at the request of Attorney Jesse E Greenman to satisfy a $586 judgment obtained against Shoemaker by the Securities State bank of North Redwood Minn in Goodhue county district court Greenman said the suit was to recover money borrowed Officers indicated that unless the congressman appeared to take other means to satisfy the Judgment the cars would be sold for this purpose They were seeking definitely to determine ownership before proceeding.
Ames AP report notes drought threatens thousands of trees on lawns and parkings. Iowa State extension forester Ramsey says light surface watering is ineffective and deeper roots need watering to three to four feet, using tubes inserted at depth to carry water steadily.
A 14 year old girl drowned at Dubuque with scant readable details from the damaged text. Authorities investigated the incident and notified guardians. Further particulars could not be confirmed from the fragmentary OCR.
Dave Flatton, seeking a California divorce, plans to wed in Juarez to marry soon. Horton says McPleason drifting, she still loves him, and a decree could be pending on March 2, 1935.
The Iowa Lutheran convention lineup at Keystone includes leaders from local chapters. Rev Hee neon Gf Baneepetate is among speakers, with opening remarks planned by dedicated church members and the council’s president presiding.
Hogs showed weekly advances of about 1.25 on steady markets as Chicago led with top prices near 6.60 and average around 5.90 while receipts reached 7,000 at Chicago and 7,650 across three markets. Cattle remained fairly firm though trading was dull with totals around 8,000 and East Buffalo, Pittsburgh, and Chicago showing steady to dull activity. Sheep arrivals were heavy for a Saturday with 5,000 at Chicago and totals near 6,200 across Pittsburgh and East Buffalo as prices mirrored quality and condition.
The week’s market report shows cattle receipts at 300 commercial calves and 1000 government calves, with steady to 25c gains in some grades and widespread price movements. Hogs and sheep follow regional trends with mixed weights, steady general demand, and notable activity in feeders and fat cattle. prices vary by weight and type across Mason City and neighboring markets.
Pork market momentum pushes top price to six dollars as Saturday trading lifts packed hog costs to the highest in years. Packers bid around 3.00 per hundredweight while buyers eye futures and regional demand remains steady across local facilities.
A Cedar Rapids market listing shows varied prices for produce meats and livestock. Grain and feed items include gum wheat, oats, rye, barley, and corn with several price points. live poultry prices detail hens and springs by weight. Fresh fruits and vegetables feature California citrus, lemons, potatoes, bananas, lettuce, celery, cabbage, onions, and tomatoes with crate and per unit prices. Different hides and animal byproduct prices are listed, along with a brief note on horse and kip values.
Market notes from Chicago show steady poultry receipts and unchanged prices while potato receipts total 31 with 401 shipments US-wide. demand remains light and trading is slack. Wisconsin cobblers US No 1 quoted at 1.45 to 1.50 per unit, Idaho russets US No 1 at 1.85, combination grade 1.45, and Dakota Triumphs US No 1 under similar levels.
Davenport Saddle farm riders swept top honors at the Wapsie Valley fair horse show judged by the Society. Five gaited open: King Cole first, Hand Made second, Chief third, Marcella fourth. Three gaited over fifteen: Melody In Spring first, Superior Lady second, Titian Bray third, Morning Glory fourth. Champion three gaited: Marjorie Dare first, Melody In Spring second as reserve. Five gaited: Lady Gay first, King Cole second.
Jay Okla. Al Harris Hill farmer appeals to Dela Ware county relief committee for aid. He says the dry weather ruined his mash, preventing whisky production this fall and leaving him unable to earn income.
Chicago board of trade saw erratic moves with wheat up 4 to 2% cents, corn mixed, oats and rye varying. Cash wheat strong on Sept demand, futures spread narrowed, small arrivals and cautious trading amid Liverpool and Rotterdam strength. Minneapolis cash grain reports mixed receipts and prices across wheat and durum grades.
Baltimore report says Johns Hopkins scientists note a benign breast tumor in a male monkey vanished after prolactin exposure without surgery mirroring hormone balance findings. The study, published in the American Journal of Cancer, suggests benign tumors may precede cancer and highlights hormonal causes. Springville Calvert reunion draws 37 attendees at Butler Park with extensive family listing.
A 1934 Cedar Rapids examination of roving storytellers and panhandlers. The piece questions sincerity behind street beggars, noting both genuine need and rich yarns, and describes methods used to distinguish the truly needy from fakers. It cites restaurant test plans, drifters from Chicago or the West Coast, and the moral dilemma of aiding those on Fourth Street.
Treasury reports show July 1 to Aug 16 receipts of 391,636,217 and disbursements of 746,135,386, yielding a deficit of 354,499,169 and a public debt rise to 27,064,910,577. Processing taxes and silver profits drive the year’s revenue increase. AAA expenditures and a silver profit account for much of the shift.
A I Birch of Marcus Iowa was nominated at the Ninth district convention of the former labor party to oppose Tom McBride and Guy Gillette for congress. Birch is district chairman. Dan iels of Sergeant Bluff and Perrin of O'Brien county were also nominated. Birch, a farmer, has led farm moves and directed the Cooperative Oil Corporation markets. He was born in Illinois and has resided in Iowa for 32 years, with five years in Montana during 1917 to 1922 assisting Burton Wheeler's senate campaign. He organized the first progressive La Follette club in Iowa in 1924.
At the quarterly conference in La Porte City seven trustees and twenty stewards were elected. Trustees named were H. H. Kaiser W. W. Milne B. F Kocher G. H. Nies T. W. Richards William Christopher Herbert Johanssen. Stewards include S. O. Smalling C. C. Hager Samuel Fleming Frank Krebs Glenn Teeter Albert Newton T K. Clark and many named women.
AP reports key primary races in Wyoming California Mississippi and Texas shape congressional and gubernatorial contests. O Mahoney expected to be nominated in Wyoming Johnson likely to win both party nominations in California. Mississippi aims for senatorial pick among Stephens Collins Bilbo. California race between Sinclair and Cree lingers as a major Democratic worry.
The Gazette Want Ad Department invites readers from beyond Cedar Rapids to respond using only the provided phone numbers. The paper disclaims responsibility for more than one incorrect insertion of an advertisement ordered for more than one day. Cedar Rapids Gazette Eastern Iowa's Leading Want Ad Medium.
Ontario police plan a province wide system to curb kidnap for ransom following Canada's first kidnapping case. Data from Labatt, London brewery president held nearly three days, will guide discussions with Attorney General Roebuck. Officials say the state should decide if ransom payments are appropriate.
Multiple concise notices list items lost and found in various locales including Mt. Vernon Ave and 42nd St, Liberal, Marion, and 1301 4th Ave SE. Items include a billfold, a brown and white fox hound nicknamed Nick, a calf, a border collie, shopping bags, a lady's gold wrist watch, a tricycle, a black kitten, and a wirehaired dog. Rewards offered and contact numbers provided. World’s Fair Guide appears as a section header.
A jumble of personal ads and services includes reward for information, loans on diamonds and jewelry, maternity and adoption notices from Eastside and Fairmount hospitals in Kansas City, chiropractic health claims, truss and medical product pitches, watch and ring sales, insurance pitches, and miscellaneous classifieds for printing, alterations, sporting goods, and moving services. The collection reflects late 19th or early 20th century small city classifieds with numerous business names and addresses.
An old newspaper fragment advertises Thornwood venues with music and dancing nights starting Monday. Mentions Malcom Adee and a radio recording, plus slogans like good beer, good floor, and good sandwiches at Old Mandarin Inn Eagle Inn.
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