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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1947
Page
10
Chicago market roundup shows hogs reaching near second-highest price in history at 26.25 with 260 lb buyers leading. Cattle and sheep trade mixed with firm tone on some beef and stock cattle, but sparse good offerings and varying prices across weights.
USDA livestock receipts across Omaha and Sioux City show hogs firm to higher with top bids around 25.50, cattle receipts of 1,700 with limited demand and some carryover, and sheep markets steady to weak. Des Moines figures indicate 28,000 combined hogs and pigs with varied prices by weight and class, barrows and gilts mainly 22 to 25 dollars, and sow prices rising modestly.
Market price lists show Friday's gains across hogs and cattle. Prime butchers top at 24.75, packers 22.00, with varied prices by weight. Cattle ranges include choice steers 1050-1250 lbs at 60.60 to 60.85, yearlings and sows listed, plus hides, poultry, fruits, vegetables, and grain items with multiple regional figures.
New York shares recovered some after an uneven day led by motor stocks while industrials and rail issues softened. American Woolen moved up and down amid erratic moves as traders watched overall market tone and bond activity remained cautious.
Wheat futures surged with old crop contracts touching a 27 year high as news of flour allocations to Britain and France lifted sentiment. March wheat rose to 2.26 while corn and oats gained with several price points noted in the Chicago cash market.
Milton K. Harrington of the Associated Greeting Card Distributors of America reports a sales peak for valentines this year as Americans grow more sentimental with calmer times. He notes comic cards declined while the heart shaped love cards led, reflecting broader mood. Harrington, a veteran dealer, says personal sentiment rises when worries ease and cites a popular verse praising a beloved. Doris Harrington received a standout card from her husband illustrating the season’s tone.
Receipts show weak poultry prices with hens and turkeys in the 18 to 25 cent range and pigeon prices around $2.50 a dozen. Butter receipts exceed half a million pounds with scores around 67 to 66 cents. Eggs weak with various grades and hefty case shipments. potatoes stronger for Red River Valley stock while Idaho russets and other regions supply the market. New York prices reflect steady egg and butter markets with mixed color eggs and wholesale bulk carton values.
President Virgil Hancher announced the appointment of Dr. Ralph L. Shriner as head of the University of Iowa division of organic chemistry, effective next September. Shriner, praised as one of the nation’s finest organic chemists, has chaired Indiana University chemistry since 1941.
Health Officer Clyde White said heavy snows slowed garbage and tin can pickups but rain and sun should restore normal service by next week. He noted alleys remain blocked and trucks are reassigned to snow removal as the city works in all areas.
Mrs. George Walte of Anamosa won first honors at the Cedar Rapids Gladiolus Society bulk show and auction held Wednesday evening at the Iowa Minois Gas and Electric Glow room. Mrs. Elmer Feye of Bellevue won a prize in a special class. Visitors came from Waterloo Bellevue Anamosa and Manchester.
Washington reports the 18 member joint Senate-House Atomic Energy Committee has no dedicated meeting or hearing room, funds, or adequate offices. The two basement rooms off a Capitol passage, once the old paint shop, are poorly cooled and hard to locate. Staff is six and shrinking. more hires planned as space remains scarce and funds may be sought in the first appropriation bill.
Rep Arends predicts a House vote on a motion to cite Gerhard Eisler for contempt after he refused to answer questions under oath. The committee’s recommendation faces likely approval as Justice Department considers prosecuting Eisler for conspiracy to overthrow the government, perjury, passport falsification, and tax evasion. Local 1203 union officials in Bridgeport Conn were asked to testify February 21 about Communist influence in their ranks. If cited, Attorney General Clark expected to be directed to prosecute Eisler swiftly.
Albert Bulgreen, 81, of Ft Atkinson, suffered a head gash after being struck by an automobile while crossing Second Street between Fourteenth and Fifteenth Avenues SW around 7 p.m. Thursday. He was taken to Mercy Hospital. Friday the prognosis was good and release seemed likely. Driver Don M Kennedy said Bulgreen slipped and fell against the car. police filed no charges.
Two men each received a $25 fine and costs in police court Friday. George Hanson of 819 Eighth Street SE was arrested about 1:10 am on drunkenness and disturbing the peace after allegedly striking his wife. Vic Johnson was arrested in a downtown tavern Thursday as the manager reported his unruly behavior.
Mr and Mrs Gil bert Anderson of Decorah celebrate their fifty fourth wedding anniversary with a family dinner hosted by their son and daughter in law Mr and Mrs Pierce Anderson at their home.
The northeastern branch of the Lutheran Welfare Society of Iowa will hold its annual meeting at Luther College gymnasium in Decorah Monday night. Reverend A. N. Rogness of Mason City is scheduled to speak at the banquet.
Fowler McCormick, chairman of International Harvester, told reporters in Des Moines that American industry must secure a larger capital share to handle higher prices and wage demands. He cited material shortages and labor as core problems, plus a necessary increase in capital and a forthcoming foreign influence, while expressing optimism about labor relations.
Chicago article quotes J P Fanning of the National Association of Bedding Manufacturers promoting unconventional insomnia remedies. He suggests eating crackers in bed with hot coffee, watching goldfish to bore you to sleep, running or walking, lettuce to calm nerves, beer or malted milk, hot milk with butter and pepper, and propping feet or stomach with a pillow. He claims these shift focus from troubles and aid rest.
Mrs Raymond S Johnston has returned from Sheldon after her mother's death. Bricklayers hold a key meeting Monday at 730 p m. Pvt Earl Douglas Boyle has completed radio repair training at Fort Knox and is now stationed at Fort Meade. Local doctors return from a Chicago dental meeting. Swisher Ely and Evangelical United Brethren churches announce sermons and services. Townsend Victory club 8 holds a Sunday picnic and meeting. Marines enlistee Clayton E Markham Jr and several Reams serve in navy positions in the China Japan area, with brothers in Hawaii and the Pacific.
Rev. James P. Gable was named chairman of Marion’s new youth center steering committee at a meeting in Clinton Moyer’s office. Mrs. Ralph P. Young elected secretary, with Dr. A B Lake and K V Murdoch chosen to explore a site. The group will inspect centers in Independence, Anamosa, Cedar Rapids and Monticello next week. Donald Deacon and Carol King to survey youth needs and report February 20.
Mrs Adora Leonard Bowman who died in Omaha Thursday will have services at Oak Shade cemetery at 10 30 a m Saturday with Rev C V R De Jong officiating. Bowman and her husband Arthur W Bowman were former Marion residents. He died in January 1938. She is survived by son Rev Harold L Bowman of Chicago a sister Mrs J Aiken of Omaha two granddaughters and a great grandson. Services were held in the First Presbyterian church in Omaha Friday afternoon. Friends may call at the Yocom chapel from 8 30 to 10 am Saturday.
Memorial hall hosted a South Marion Township Farm Bureau meeting with 75 members attending. A musical program featured Darlene Dostal Barbara Muhlhausen Jane Ann Scott Floyd Domer and Lynn Ford. Lloyd E Tyler spoke on crop rotation. Refreshments followed.
A dense list of lost items including a small gold Elgin hunting case watch inscribed Sarah Tucker, a 122 cu ft oxygen cylinder 14 5044 on No 30 Highway between Van Horne and Norway, a solid silver rosary kept as keepsake, various lost items like a brown billfold a locket a gold link bracelet and a Ronson cigarette lighter with initials. Found items include a rhinestone pin. Also multiple personal notices and ads for services and businesses in Cedar Rapids and nearby areas.
DES MOINES AP reports the state will pay $702.40 for Gov Robert D. Blue's inauguration expenses, higher than usual. The 1945 governor’s inauguration cost $480.55, and this year’s total exceeds any of the past five inaugurations.
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