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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1941
Page
13
Hog prices gained 10 to 15 cents in Chicago trading as tighter supply and Tuesday’s lows supported a top near 8.20 per 180 to 240 pound hogs. Steers and heifers showed mixed moves with some loads near 15, and sheep and lamb bids largely steady or easing, reflecting thinner demand and varied regional offers.
AP reports Chicago livestock receipts show hogs at 12 000 to 15 500 head with mixed demand and top at 8 20 while butchers pay 7 54 to 8 for 270 320 lb hogs. Sheep offerings near 4 900 with fat lambs around 1060 and 10 60 for light weights. Cattle listings total about 9 500 with steady to higher bids for strictly chosen steers and lighter weight stock with Nebraska heifers around 13 00 and bulls 8 00 to 14 00 as trade slows after Tuesday’s slide.
Cattle receipts show 2 500 calves salable in Sioux City with steady to higher demand for fat cattle and weaker feeder cattle. Hogs at Omaha rise with 4 000 receipts and top values around 775 for 190-250 lb butchers, while cattle trade remains slow with steady to lower bids on various classes. Sheep listings reflect slower lamb demand and mixed ewe and fat lamb bidding. Des Moines reports combined hot receipts across yards and packing plants in the region.
Peoria Illinois livestock market reports show hogs cattle and sheep trading with mixed demand. Hogs 275 450 lb sows 6000 7600 per head buyers seeking bulk lots. Cattle calves steers and heifers mostly steady to higher with medium to good demand. Sheep native lambs steady to lower with lighter feeds and lighter loads affecting prices.
A Cedar Rapids market listing shows No 1 and No 2 wheat prices, shelled corn and oats rates, soybeans, and straw pricing. Poultry prices cover broilers, leghorns, hens, and roosters with weight-based rates. wholesale fruits and vegetables list lemons, oranges, grapefruit, celery, lettuce, onions, cabbage, carrots, potatoes, cauliflower, and apples. Hides and calf skins priced by grade, with horse prices and pony glue noted.
Market notes from Chicago show overall strength in old stock while other sections stay steady. Prices for several staples drift with U S No 2 quoted near 845 and U S No 1 washed car at 31.35, while Nevada and Triumphs lines report limited sales and light activity in Red River valley cabbages.
Rome ITS reports that the Vatican is developing a plan to evacuate white women and children from Italian-occupied Ethiopia. The Holy See has reportedly contacted the U S government and urged President Roosevelt to seek British approval for the initiative. Italian circles say the military situation does not require such a project.
Alburnett Christian church board reorganized for the year Elmer Moore reelected chairman and finance committee members Lester Miller Daniel Lillie and E P Estill were reelected. Mesdames Wenger Hendryx Miller and Koch met with Rev Swisher and Clarence Stahly Sunday school superintendent to plan family night and birthday celebrations.
Hogs prices rise across all grades with 45 cent advance on Wednesday. Tote figures show top long-haul price at 7.70 and various weight classes listed with per hundred weight figures. Cattle and sheep sections follow with bids for steers yearlings cows and spring lambs among others.
New York AP reports all major commodities and securities exchanges nationwide were closed Wednesday in observance of Lincoln's birthday.
MOS Hallman Franklin school principal and speakers bureau representative spoke on Lincoln at Mount Vernon Rotary Tuesday evening. Ensign Robert D. Quinn of the U S Saratoga left Cedar Rapids after visiting his mother Ruth Williams and grandmother Dr Letitia Runyon. The Loyal Workers class of St Pauls church plans a 1 pm paid luncheon at Mrs J J Gregorys home Thursday. Seven Montour high seniors toured Cedar Rapids industries including Hutchinson Ice Cream, Gazette office, and Quaker Oats with Superintendent W E Thompson and others.
Kiwanis club at the Roosevelt hotel observed Boy Scout week with a demonstration of Scouting and Sea Scout activities by Troop 9 and Ships 80 and 90. Jim Kemp outlined Scouting goals as training for participatory citizenship while noting the program is not military. First aid and Morse signaling were shown, and new Sea Scout Raymond Cooper explained his reasons for joining.
An air conditioned iron barred boudoir for Toto the bride elect of Gargantua the giant circus gorilla has been shipped to Havana Toto's home by Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey. The cage, priced at $20,000, will arrive in Havana Friday.
Yale University President Charles Seymour argues the core tragedy after the last war lies in democratic states failing to effectively operate Versailles. Bishop Henry St George Tucker defends the fight against Hitlerism, stressing the church's role in preparing the world for crisis. In Marengo, Doris Wickham and Warren C McArthur wed with attendants Flora and Raymond Gillis.
Wisconsin cheese quotations for February 10 to 15 show Daisies 15 percent, brick M, horns 15 percent, cheddars 15 cents. US wool market reports limited demand with specific price ranges for Texan wools, Meher wools, and foreign wools. Mississippi River stage updates for Davenport, Hastings, Prairie du Chien, Dubuque, Keokuk, St Louis, and Memphis indicate falls or no change.
Berlin reports the Nazi information service calls Admiral Darlan's Vichy government purely temporary and notes Darlan is not a weak man. The comment reflects German views on Vichy cabinet reshuffles as France’s internal matter amid Laval’s bid to regain power.
New York reports the Yankee Clipper is due to arrive at LaGuardia field Friday bringing Harry L Hopkins home from Britain. The anticipated flight marks Hop kins return after his wartime diplomacy in Europe.
Cub Scout pack No. 58 met in Legion hall with 13 fathers 21 mothers 48 cubs and six visitors. Den No. 2 won a candy cup for highest parent attendance. Richard Fikers earned graduation credits toward Boy Scouts. Dads night and a craft exhibit were planned for March. Georgia V Williams wed Cedar Rapids man. couple to live in Cedar Rapids. Funeral services for Mrs. W. J. Harrison were filed. burial at Moon chapel Cedar Rapids. Various community notices include housing ads and local club meetings. Duane Ozburn enlisted in the Iowa National Guard. The Marion theater advertised current films Hired Wife and Bitter Sweet. The Marion Veterans club to host dinner for local professionals at Legion hall. Numerous short notices on infections illnesses births and local incidents follow.
The Lions club entertained Tuesday evening at the E V cafe for its annual Valentine dinner and party. Wives and friends of members attended as guests. Dinner was served to all at three tables bearing tapers hearts and streamers. Members wore red neckties and guests wore red hair ribbons. Music by Mary Chalmers Cory and June DeWees plus Charles Shaeffer Jr sang with Melvin Arp. John Hamilton the ventriloquist and his dummy Sidney Sampson also appeared. The evening ended with bingo.
A local gathering to attend a basketball game includes Mrs. L. Martin Mrs. W. W. Lary and her son Dale Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Meggers and Darlene Mrs Ralph Oxley Mr. and Mrs. Fay Marsh Mr. and Mrs. Hubert McCalley Mrs Walter Kramer Dick Reed Jack Hart Hilda Edaburn Dorothy Dumbalton Hazel Hutton Dorothy Hayes Dolores Clemons Jean Stamy Mary Ives Anna Mae Nollsch and Hugh T Hutton.
At a federation meeting local attorney De Witt H Smith explained the sales tax and Miss Elda M Kemp outlined a local option bill to be introduced in the state legislature. She urged members to sign a petition to be sent to lawmakers asking support for the bill.
Mr and Mrs Earl Weaver hosted a Sunday dinner at 1540 Sixth Avenue for Mrs Weavers birthday and friends. Guests included Charles Weaver of Springville Russell Gray Joyce Ann Beverly Anamosa and others from Central City Cedar Rapids Marion and more Weavers and Hughes family members attended.
February 26 set for a Fun Carnival sponsored by the Methodist church choir. Dempsy Jones of Cedar Rapids and his associates will perform. Public invited. Proceeds fund choir music purchases.
Dr. Dale D. Welch president of the University of Dubuque will speak March 5 at the thirty third annual Brotherhood Banquet of the Methodist church. Committees for the banquet have been appointed by president Lyle N Warren. Mrs M Fitzgerald of Schenectady NY is visiting her parents Mr and Mrs C E Fitzsimons.
Winners to host losers in a two week party after prizes. Refreshments served by the hostess. Mrs J L Papes hosted Chapter CS P E O Tuesday evening at her home with 19 members present. Miss Nevah Prior reviewed Sapphira and the Slave Girl by Willa Cather. guests included Mrs Charles Green and Mrs Albert Munneke of Coggon. Fire crew called to Casa Blanca rear for a Cedar Rapids Poultry truck fire. damage to carburetor and wiring. Mrs James A Pringle visiting Chicago. Born Feb 10 1910 to Mr and Mrs Ralph Berryhill a daughter Marilyn Louise. Mrs Berryhill is former Catharine Sankey of Central City.
Excerpt shows multiple ads for jewelry repair services, pawn loan on valuables, watches, typewriters, musical instruments, clothing, and other items. It mentions Katz Jewelry & Loan, Mrs Julia Werning, and Probasco Jeweler with service offers and contact details, plus a rummage sale at 506 3rd Ave. EF.
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