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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1962
Page
8
Estimated Monday receipts show 18 000 cattle 9 000 hogs and 3 000 sheep in Chicago. Barrows and gilts were weak to 25 cents higher for the week with sows steady to 25 up. Slaughter steers fell 25 cents to $1.
Washington AP report on a closed Senate internal security subcommittee session lasting about 34 percent of Friday. The panel questioned William A. Wieland, a State Department official once linked to Castro coverage, amid Kennedy’s defense of him. Johnston led the inquiry, saying Wieland appeared misled about Castro.
CHICAGO AP USDA market report shows hogs under 240 lb steady to weak and 240-290 lb steady to 25 higher, sows steady to 25 higher. No 1 and 2 190-225 lb barrows and gilts 17.75-17.85, early week 18.00 vs 18.25 last week. Cattle slaughter steer values mix lower, vealers steadier. cows, bulls, and heifers mostly weaker. Sheep lambs mostly steady to weak with Monday gains as buyers priced in.
Des Moines reports steady trend with estimated receipts around 30 000. Week age actuals 33 000 year age 25 000 Friday 51 000. Butchers trade at 16 50 to 17 00 for 200 220 lbs and 15 20 to 16 15 for 270 300 lbs. Sows range 12 35 to 15 65 for 400 550 lbs.
In Waterloo the stea butcher section publishes price ranges for various beef weights from 160 pounds to 400 pounds. Prices vary from about 14.00 to 16.90 per hundredweight, with notable rates for 170 to 180 pounds at 14.65 and 260 to 270 pounds at 15.50.
Cedar Rapids hog market held steady as of Saturday with Friday quotes for 200 to 230 lb butchers at 16.00 to 16.90 dollars and some at 17.10. 1s and 2s 200 to 230 lb. delivered at the plant ranged 16.50 to 16.90. packing sows under 300 lb. quoted 14.50 to 15.50. Higher weight butchers and packers carried reductions per 10 lb or weight tier up to 500 lb and beyond.
The market notes egg prices with large eggs at 30 cents medium 24 cents checks and ba 20 cents small peewees at 12 cents. Wool prices show No 1 at 40 cents and No 2 at 30 cents. Soybeans reach 2.34 dollars and yellow corn 96 cents.
Stan Freberg plans a Chinese New Year program on KCRG TV9 Sunday at 5 30 PM. The broadcast promises entertainment and festive flair as Freberg presents a themed show for viewers.
On February 2 1962 William W Bull was appointed sole Executor of the Lorillard Jnnis estate in Linn County Iowa. All debts should be paid promptly and all claims filed with the Linn County District Court Clerk through Nazette and Bromwell Attorneys.
An Iowa bank held its annual stockholders meeting January 9 1962 approving amendments to capital stock and corporate bylaws. Capital set at 6200 000 divided into 2000 shares of 100 each fully paid. Annual stockholders meeting on the third Tuesday of January, 1963, with board meetings following. signatures of President Arthur A Bezděk and Cashier Ank J Stastny.
The United States told the Soviet Union it is ready to continue exploratory Berlin talks but left the next move to Moscow. In a memorandum to Foreign Minister Andrei Gromyko, Ambassador Loy Henderson Thompson rejected a January 12 Soviet proposal for West Berlin to be an independent city state with a UN seat, while insisting Western forces remain in the western sectors. The Allies say Berlin issues and access rights must be settled before broader German questions, signaling they will not trade other German interests to sustain Berlin positions.
Colesburg high school crowned Mary Ann Holthaus queen after Friday night basketball game. She is a senior. attendants were Shary Palmer, Jean Bockenstedt, Gloria Ash, Sherry Shaffer and Carol Kulper.
Notice to Richard Whitaker Shirley Whitaker and others of contract default on April 12 1960 sale of Lot 30 Auditor's Plat 254 Linn County Iowa. Assignment dated April 3 1961 filed June 30 1961 requires payment and performance within 30 days or contract will be forfeited. costs of serving notice. Vendors Frank G Slater Helen A Slater and attorneys Odeano Kubicek. Rapids Iowa address.
Notice is hereby given that on January 26 1962 Therese B Jordan and Ernest Jordan were appointed and qualified as executors of the estate of Sandoe Jordan in Linn County Iowa. All persons must make immediate payment to the undersigned. Those having duly authenticated in the office of Linn County District Court.
Winifred Brady has been appointed and qualified as Executrix of the estate of Gwendoline L. Hargrave, deceased of Linn County Iowa. Creditors and those owing debts to the estate are asked to settle promptly and file verified claims in the Linn County District Court offices. Attorneys Barnes Wadsworth Biderkin Locher Pirnie represent the executrix.
Notice is given that February 3 1962 at 9 00 a m the will of Wesley B Mokress late of Linn County Iowa will be admitted to probate in the district court. Hearing at the Cedar Rapids Iowa courthouse will determine probate. Attorneys Elliott Shuttleworth sign for the petitioners.
Notice is hereby given on January 19 1962 that Christena Bausch has been appointed executrix of the estate of Alph M Kallenberser deceased in Linn County Iowa. All persons owing debts to the estate are requested to make immediate payment and those with claims must present them with proper authentication to Pisher & Pickens attorneys.
Notice is given that the undersigned has been on this 26th day qualified as Executor of the Estate of R. J. Stephen late of Linn County Iowa deceased All persons having claims against the estate will file them duly authenticated in the office of the Court of Linn County Iowa Dis trust company of Cedar Rapids Ted Ruffin Attorney
The Marion YMCA reports a successful membership drive led by Chairman Jake Vavra with vice chairs and workers showing strong enthusiasm. The drive increased YMCA membership by 25 percent from last year, with the campaign launching last November.
A tentative 3 percent hike for a Saturday 10 am Bible study is proposed for a six month trial at 2401 Third Ave. The CAB paused a plan to raise fares by 6 14 percent and extend increases to six other trunk lines tied to United Air Lines.
DES MOINES UP I The governor's committee on tourism voted to become a non profit corporation to obtain funds to promote Iowa tourism. They plan district offices and a Buy a Share in Iowa membership at $1 and up to boost local industries. A subcommittee will draft the charter and district boundaries before the next general meeting.
U S domestic trunk air lines boosted passenger fares 3 percent on Thursday as 13 local-service lines followed with increases. Some carriers did not apply the full 3 percent rise authorized by the Civil Aeronautics Board on December 28. Ozark Air Lines has not applied for the increase.
The Coralville reservoir pool was cut down to 670 feet a week early to permit a bridge foundation check near the former Mehaffey bridge. Iowa River flows freely with 165 inches of ice cover on the reservoir, according to the Friday measurement by Reservoir Manager John Story.
In Des Moines AP report, 64 counties attend Atty Gen Hultman conference on tightening aid to dependent children. County Atty Peters urges strict enforcement of ADC laws, backed by Atty Lewis, while County Atty Flanders argues welfare workers hold primary enforcement responsibility.
South Vietnam officials said in Saigon on Saturday that 173 Communist guerrillas were killed in air strikes and ground clashes during the past week. The tally reflects ongoing pursuit operations against insurgents.
Notice to creditors and interested parties that Moyer & Bergman represent the administrator with will annexed for the estate of John, deceased, in Linn County Iowa. Creditors must present claims to the Linn County District Clerk. Debtors should pay promptly to the administrator. The case is filed in Linn County District Court under state law.
Groucho Marx headlines a quirky segment during the 8th annual Home Show, presenting a playful film tribute and comic interludes that spotlight his wit and timing amid demonstrations of modern household gadgets.
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