Cattlemen Press to Vinson on Price Ceilings
On Monday a delegation of 26 cattlemen from 12 states met with Fred M. Vinson to argue against flat price ceilings and for increased beef production. Richard Stephens of Crawfordsville said cost of gain is at least 21 cents per pound and urged that feeding and year round distribution of receipts require higher volumes. The group, led by Paul Thompson of Clinton, praised Vinson’s receptiveness but offered no commitment, with a ruling expected in a few days amid criticism of OPA from Senators Wherry and others.
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Farm State
Fred M. Vinson
OPA
Richard Stephens
Crawfordsville
Farm Editor
Paul Thompson
Clinton
Ind
Stephens
Vinson
Washington
Midwest
Wherry
Nebraska
John Madigan
Chicago
Kansas City
Madigan
Iowa
Thompson
SHE SHOPS "CASH AND CARRY"
An advertisement touts Donn's Pills as relief for backache caused by tired kidneys. It claims kidneys remove acids and waste, notes symptoms like swelling and aching, and urges asking a druggist for Donn's Pills used for over 40 years.
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Nature
Doan
Cattlemen Oppose Regulations at Cattle Conference
A meeting convened by lawmakers and cattlemen discussed the liquidation of unfinished cattle and the spread of enforcement gaps to wholesale and retail levels. E I Mason of Brooklyn attended, alongside Senators from Nebraska Wyoming Kansas Colorado and South Dakota voicing concerns over stricter live cattle rules and potential black market growth.
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OPA
Stephens
E. I. Mason
Brooklyn
Vinson
Whera Neb
Robertson O’maha- Wyo
Butler
Neb
Brooks
I "Reed and Copper
Kan
Johnson
WFA Set-Aside Order On Chickens Spread
CHICAGO AP The War Food Administration will expand a 100 percent poultry set aside to ensure Army supply. Practically all chicken produced in 16 Missouri Arkansas and Oklahoma counties and seven Georgia counties will be reserved for sale to the Army Quartermaster Corps. The Georgia order takes effect January 8 and January 15 in the other states.
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Chicago
War Food Administration
Donald E. Smith
Midwest Office of Marketing Services
Missouri
Arkansas
Oklahoma
Georgia
Army Quartermaster Corps
Smith
Auctioneers Notice Locates Sale Near Vinton and Shellsburg
A public sale notice places the event about 6 miles southeast of Vinton and 6 miles northwest of Shellsburg with a reference to a later Gazette listing. Tony Schmitz serves as auctioneer for the sale.
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Vinton
County Home
Rock Road
Shellsburg
Gazette
1944 Livestock Prices Show Slight Drop From 1943
A 1944 survey by Bob Seau finds livestock prices lower than 1943 due to price controls, though total marketings rose in Chicago to about 10.7 million head and a $527 million dollar volume. Cattle prices peaked at $18.50 in November and December while demand remained strong, with good grades profitable for feeders and cows and low grade stock offering mixed returns.
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Chicago
CPA
Fence Drift in Wire Traps French Agriculture Note
Ernie Mickel, former Cedar Rapids newsman now with the Army in France, writes to Sports Editor Tait Cummins describing French farming before Christmas. He notes plowing with horses and oxen, three-horse teams, turnip fields northeast of Paris, vineyards around Reims, and calls France a picturesque WWI battlefield.
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Ernie Mickel
Cedar Rapids
Uncle Sam
Army
France
Tait Cummins
Rex Conn
Paris
Reims
Champagne
Market cattle hogs and year in Chicago prices
The report shows 1944 Chicago year prices at 15.45 vs 15.30 last year, feeder cattle near 12.66 vs 13.72 prior, and overall hog marketings uneven by season. First half losses gave way to final half profits, with annual average around 13.70 and end-year minimums/maximums shifted about 1 per cwt.
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Chicago
Hog Outlook Promising for 1945 Amid Cattle Uncertainty
The report notes average prices for ovine stock at Chicago fell to 12.72 from 13.11 last year, with lighter marketings and broad demand. It forecasts higher live hog prices in early 1945 due to planned pork output reductions and potential government actions. Cattle outlook remains uncertain with a bearish ceiling plan and expected liquidation. well bought steers and stock could still yield profits on improved costs and quality.
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Chicago
Coming Farm Auctions Featured Across Counties
A Gazette advertisement lists farm auctions with multiple sellers and sale sites. Dates span January to February with openings near Tipton Ely Anamosa Readlyn Marion Olin Solon East Amana Springville and Cedar Rapids Hawkeye Downs. Buyers may assess stock machinery and public sales at 4 to 6 mile rural coordinates.
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Ray Challis
Tipton
Cliff McDonald
Center Junction
S. N. Boland
Williamsburg
Anton Wardenburg
Garrison
Pete Sieveka
Anamosa
Emil Furler
van Horne
Harry Groth
Readlyn
R. A. Busenbark
Mechanicsville
Henry J. Westphal
Olin
Alvin Alberts
Joseph Rehak
Ely
Thordson & Amdenstock
Solon
Bohumil Werman
East Amana
Feeder Costs Could Swing Final Outcome
Analysts warn feeder investments may prove too expensive in the end, risking higher overall project costs and slower progress for the planned development. Local officials weigh alternatives as budgets tighten and potential savings are debated.
Lamb prices expected to hold with selling rising
Market outlook shows lamb prices likely to stay steady while overall selling activity increases.
Dairy Prices and Livestock Outlook for 1945
In 1945 dairy prices are expected to average about the same as 1944 with higher dairy production payments lifting farmer returns to near record levels for the period. Civilian meat demand could rise if rationing ends, offsetting reduced government orders and supporting meat markets. Lamb numbers in feedlots are down, reflecting tighter supply as the war outlook remains unsettled.
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Europe
Farmers Elevator reelects directors at Wapello meeting
The Farmers Elevator and Exchange in Wapello re elected directors Friday led by Paul Schafer and John Foster with George Deppey also named. Additional directors include Guy Jamison Guy Hardman Ic J Reutinger and Fred Mohlie.
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Wapello
Farmers Elevator and Exchange
Paul Schafer
John Foster
George Deppey
Guy Jamison
Guy Hardman
J Reutinger
Fred Mohlie
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A. L. Wilson
Springville
Eilers
Alfred Ross
Coggan
Walter Nietz
Central City
Leo Jansa
Wm. Techau
Alburnett
Ives & Seery
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Mark Rosenberry
Walker
Lee McCullough
Harland Smith
Shueyville
Elmer F. Burr
Albert Martin Sons
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