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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1935
Page
13
Chicago report shows sluggish hog movement and high receipts weighing on prices with declines up to 25 cents. Cattle and lamb markets also weak, with steers and heifers trading lower and wholesale beef activity dull across multiple regional yards.
A fragmented Cedar Rapids list shows grains fruits and produce with varied prices and items. Entries include wheat rye corn eggs geese hens and general wholesale produce notes along with ad hoc figures and odd spellings.
The Chicago Board of Trade reports a moderate buying wave lifting December futures and grain prices. Wheat gains were supported by firming demand as cattle futures softened and corn and oats remained steady or up slightly amid mixed market signals.
New York AP reports mining issues faltering but many issues show improved tone as pre holiday constraints ease. Utilities stay narrow while tobacco and steel groups post fractional gains. bonds steady and gold currencies improve in foreign exchange centers.
Reported prices show hogs weakening with primals down as much as a dime on Tuesday. Cattle values slip 25 cents and calves 50 cents while top hog prices hover near 90 to 95 dollars. buyers like Wilson's quote varying bids for beef and veal across multiple weight classes.
Fragmentary text mentions a liner ordered for United States Lines and a shipyard with references to workers and capacity. The legible portions hint at construction details and staffing for a large vessel, but most specifics are garbled and uncertain.
New York bond traders saw little movement as Treasuries posted small gains while corporate and municipal paper displayed only muted price changes. Investors monitored yields and the impact of global rate expectations amid thin trading and routine market chatter.
Fragmentary report describes an Italian setback on the North Ethiopian front with confusion over names and numbers. The brief notes a defeat and ongoing activity as forces clash, reflecting wartime reporting gaps.
Des Moines AP reports Washington discussions between Gov Clyde Herring and Postmaster General Farley about a federal appointment for Lt. Gov. Nels Kraschel. Kraschel dismisses early announcements, saying he has traded for results and will act with accord, denying immediate plans for governor or senate run.
In Santa Barbara California physicians report Jesse Livermore Jr. 16 son of a Wall Street figure suffered a relapse and was placed under an oxygen tent after a quarrel involving his mother Dorothea Livermore Longscape who is accused of shooting him. Additional tests and x rays were planned Tuesday to assess his condition.
Indiana witness Dr L E Layne testified he was told investors could net 20000 for each dollar in the Drake estate fraud scheme. Another witness inflated the estate to billions and the defendants claimed the long lost treasure dates to Sir Francis Drake. The case targets 41 defendants accused of mail fraud with dramatic claims about banks and railways owned by the estate.
American Legion national commander Ray Murphy presented the Legion's cash bonus demand to President Roosevelt at the White House. The meeting outlined the Legion's legislative program including pensions for widows and dependents, universal service for wartime, and adequate national defense.
Federal Judge A Lee Wyman granted a defense motion for a directed verdict freeing Oscar Erickson publisher of the Leader from conspiracy charges. Erickson and three others including former Governor William Langer faced charges of soliciting contributions to the Leader from workers paid with federal relief and highway funds. The judge denied motions for the other defendants and sent the case to the jury for remaining defendants in the third trial.
Funeral services for Mrs. Mary J. Printy will be held at St. Matthew's church Wednesday at 9 30 am conducted by Rev Father J D Kearn. Burial follows at Mount Calvary cemetery. She died Sunday at her daughter’s home, 501 Forest Drive SE, age 81, survived by four children and four grandchildren.
Mrs. Sidney A. Foster of Des Moines dies at her home on Monday. Born in Michigan, she came to Iowa in 1877 with her husband founder of Royal Union Life Insurance. She was active in Des Moines charity and club work and mother of Mrs. Stuart Davis, formerly of Cedar Rapids.
Funeral services for Mrs. Fran cis Keithley are set for 10 30 am Wednesday at the Beck chapel in Springville with the Rev L C Smith of the Springville Methodist church officiating. The Eastern Star will conduct services at the chapel before burial in Springville cemetery.
Wanda Lou Carpenter infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Lloyd Carpenter of 622 Fourth avenue SE died at a local hospital Sunday. Funeral services were held from the Beatty chapel at 11 am Tuesday with burial in Oak Hill cemetery.
Miss Adeline Jeanette Waskow age 19 died Monday evening at Sunnyslope sanatorium Otumwa after four months illness. Born in Clayton county she lived most of her life in Cedar Rapids. Survived by mother Mrs Edith Waskow and two Cedar Rapids brothers Lawrence and Donald Waskow. Body to arrive tonight at Moen chapel where friends may call. Funeral Thursday at 2 pm Moen chapel Rev Homer Crumb officiating. Burial Cedar Memorial park.
The Cedar Rapids Gazette lists want ad rate scales for consecutive days with line counts and prices. It notes a 10 cent extra charge for out of town ads and directs readers to mail, call, or visit the office for placement.
CHICAGO UP- A 50 year old widow Mrs Sondrea Frieberg was held to the grand jury on a manslaughter charge after allegedly kicking bartender Arthur Larson 55 as he tried to eject her from a tavern. Witnesses say she was intoxicated at the time with Larson dying from internal injuries.
Announcements advertise Christmas trees and greenery from multiple florists and nurseries. Listings include assorted trees balsam and spruce, grave blankets, wreaths, and Xmas greens with prices from 25 cents, plus contact details and locations such as Wilson Ave SW Din 26346 and 3rd Ave SE.
Lost and found notices describe a black bag with initials MB containing a rosary glasses and keys. a black purse on 3rd Ave W near 15th and 11th with reward. a blue overcoat and billfold. a tan terrier and a brindle bull pup with a green collar. contacts and rewards listed for each item.
A dense collage of personal ads and business notices for Xmas gifts and services. Entries promote magazine subscriptions, charity baskets, medical remedies, cosmetics, jewelry, tailoring, furniture storage, theater tickets, and various local vendors with contact numbers and locations.
Roger Graham and his Tl Granada Orchestra perform Wednesday December 18 at S. PS, Wall Floor Sion with door prizes and beer on tap. Cecil Brewton's Blue Rhythm Kings play. various eateries offer fishbowls, sandwiches, and chops. Dancing nightly at Mandalay Inn and The Plank. centers include Brown Derby and Silver Palace with meals and 24 hour service.
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