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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1937
Page
10
In Chicago buyers remained indifferent in a light Monday session as hog receipts come in smaller than expected. Hogs traded near Friday's top at 10.35 with little movement elsewhere as cattle and sheep receipts rose and wholesale pork quotes pulled back from recent highs.
U S Department of Agriculture reports mixed livestock receipts in Chicago with hogs down 10 cents on average and cattle and sheep easing. Hogs averaged around $10.10 to $10.35 for 180 to 250 pounds, cattle receipts near 100 head with top steers around $14.40, and sheep closing mostly lower as fat lambs hit about $11.00 with declines from prior levels.
Receipts at Omaha show cattle feeders and stockers steady to higher on prime steers and yearlings up to 25c, while other cattle vary. Hogs steady to strong with top packer price near 9.85, and sheep mixed as lambs slip 15c while ewes rise 25-35c. Price ranges cover calves to heavy beef types, with bids and loads noted across several weight classes.
Combined hog receipts at 22 concentration yards and 9 packing plants in interior Iowa and southern Minnesota for the 24 hours ended 8 a.m. Saturday totaled 16 500, down from 31 000 a week ago and 27 000 a year ago. Prices ranged from 7.80 to 9.90 per cwt across weight classes with lighter weights and sows showing activity and weekend loading lighter than prior week.
The Associated Press items show hog prices in multiple Iowa markets. Waterloo prices range from 7.10 to 9.90 per 100 pounds across weight brackets with sow and packing values noted. Mason City and WA report steady to lower quotes in similar ranges. Lard and bellies figures appear but are incomplete in the supplied text.
Hogs ranged from 9.45 to 10.00 dollars per hundredweight across weight classes from 180 to 350 pounds. Prices for packers and slaughter hogs spanned roughly 8.75 to 9.90 per hundredweight with varied weights and loads.
Sioux City livestock market reports receipts around 400 cattle with prime beef steers and yearlings scarce. Prices show little change as demand remains steady, buyers attentive to quality and grading amid cautious trading.
Cattle calves and hogs show mixed moves with feeders scarce and beef prices steady to firm. Prime yearlings around 13.74 while heavy beef cattle near 13.60. hogs mostly steady with light weights down. sheep bids steady to higher with fat lambs around 10.50 and ewes to 4.50.
Local hog prices slipped half a dollar a hundredweight on Saturday with a five cent drop across all grades. The top price eased to 9.90 dollars while other market values remained unchanged.
Calf market shows good to choice 140 190 lbs at 8.50 to 10.00 per cwt Lambs 70 80 lbs valued at 8.50 to 10.00 per cwt Cattle markets list ranges from 6.75 to 12.50 per cwt depending on weight and grade Chicago cash provisions report no sales for wheat No 4 mixed 1.08 1.10 No 4 yellow 1.08 1.11 No 4 white 1.12 1.13 No 2 yellow soybeans at 1.61 outside grain prices and seed costs listed for oats barley timothy clover and related commodities.
Grain and produce prices listed for Cedar Rapids merchants including wheat oats rye barley corn and shelled corn prices per bushel. Hens poultry oranges lemons potatoes lettuce celery cabbage onions apples and oysters also included with cattle hides and horse prices.
AP reports Chicago live poultry receipts six cars with steady prices across weight classes. Hens, leghorn, Plymouth Rock, and colored broilers show small per pound gains. turkeys, ducks, geese, capons also varied. Butter and eggs steady with mixed grade pricing. potatoes on track steady with firm undertone and moderate demand. New stock steady in markets with light supplies and cautious buying.
New York area market notes show eggs at 2434 25 4c for firsts with mixed colors and dirties listed. firsts 22 2c for refrigerators and other mixed colors unchanged. Butter receipts 6147 about steady with prices unchanged. Cheese receipts 192228 steady to firm. Live poultry priced by express with Leghorn fowls at 18c. other prices unquoted.
AP summary notes Butter futures fall with storage closures and uneven quotes for January February and March. Egg futures reflect refrigerator standards and fresh traded firsts with uncertain decimals. Potato futures list Idaho prices for January and March grades including No. 1 and grade A with varying figures.
Wheat futures eased in a thin Chicago session as limited liquidation and stop loss selling met scant demand. May wheat fell to 1.3254, with corn and oats showing minor moves while Liverpool and Buenos Aires markets declined amid mixed signals from winter crop damage and Argentine supply.
AP Minneapolis wheat and corn prices show declines and varied bids. Wheat prices for No 1 heavy dark northern spring range from 1.56 to 1.65 per bushel with several varieties offered and protein grades noted. No 3 yellow corn bids steady around 1.16 to 1.18 per bushel. Oats No 3 white quoted at 0.54 to 0.54.
In New York trading, bonds moved slowly with U S treasury issues losing momentum. Second grade rails and power shares improved, while several named bonds posted small gains and Studebakers rose over 2 points briefly as investors awaited federal reserve guidance on reserve requirements and money conditions.
The U S Department of Agriculture reports a steady to higher market for restricted domestic wool this week. Buyers resisted current price levels while foreign wool offerings grew more numerous. Domestic sales centered on original long fine territory lines with Ohio fleeces firm for fine delaine at 46 to 46.5 cents, staple combing at 47 to 49.5 cents, and combing wools at 51 to 53 cents per pound.
Steady demand in cents for world currencies showing British pound at 4911-16 and francs at 4.67 1-16. The report lists Italy 5.2612, Germany free 40.23, registered 19.00, travel 20.75, Holland 54.76, Norway 24.67, Sweden 25.32, Denmark 21.93, Finland 2.17, Switzerland 22.9612, Spain unquoted, and other nations with varied figures, plus cross rates for New York and Montreal currencies.
New York sugar prices edge higher with raw futures up 3 points at 3.80. May, July and September contracts rise to 2.84 while May refined at 1.192 and September at 1.2242. Fine granulated remains at 5.00.
The passage notes that fats rendered from roasting meats served as illuminating fuel in early lamps. It then explains that olive oil became the preferred lighting fuel in Mediterranean regions as lamp technology evolved.
U S Steel leads selective advances on a Saturday session as a wide array of issues show mixed gains. Transfers reach about 1 5 million shares while Chrysler advances and General Motors stalls amid a looming strike conference next week.
Saturday stock quotes show Adams Express at 17 percent and numerous equities across industries. Listings include Hupp Motors Royal Alaska Juneau Inspiration Allies and many others with price changes and percentages across banks, steel, oil, and consumer goods.
In district court Judge H. C. Ring ordered moving Florence E. Hoblitzell versus Fidelity and Casualty Co of New York for $3,843.95 to the Cedar Rapids federal division. The same judge granted Georgina Clarey a divorce from Harold J. Clarey on cruelty grounds. they wed Oct. 5, 1936.
John Stamy aged 72, former sales man for H. N. Craemer Dry Goods, died Friday in Warrenville Illinois of a heart attack and flu. He had lived in Cedar Rapids since age 18, helped organize Second Christian church, survived by his daughter Mrs. O. D. Burch and son David Stamy along with two sisters in law, eight grandchildren, and many siblings. Funeral arrangements to be announced in The Sunday Gazette.
Former Cedar Rapids resident Mrs. Sarah E. Henderson died at her Logan home Friday evening after a brief illness. She lived in Logan most of her life, spent twenty years in Cedar Rapids, and returned two years ago. Survived by three children Mrs. W Howard Mover A C Henderson and Mrs. Fred O Kirk. Services in Logan Sunday with burial at Valley View cemetery beside her husband.
Mrs Mary Nemec learns of the death of her sister Mrs Nellie Hudachek early Saturday in Los Angeles from pleurisy. Hudachek, formerly of Cedar Rapids, left behind husband who died months ago in Los Angeles from an explosion injuries. Survived by two children Mrs Adeline Ellis and Richard both of Los Angeles two grandchildren one sister Mrs G O Wilson Rock Island Ill and two brothers Frank Jonas Ottumwa and Louis Jonas Cedar Rapids. Funeral services set for Monday in Los Angeles.
Miss Christine Schmidt died at her home 333 A avenue NW at 7 p m Friday after six months of illness. Born in Denmark May 20 1861 she lived in Cedar Rapids 60 years. Surviving are two half brothers Lewis Bemer and Theodore Wendler both of Cedar Rapids and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1 30 p m in Beatty chapel conducted by Rev F H Ward. Burial is in Linwood cemetery family lot. Friends may call 7 to 9 p m Monday at the chapel.
Mrs Anna Hynek widow of John Hynek dies at Mercy hospital Iowa City at 6 55 am Saturday after a brief illness. Born near Solon she lived there all her life. Her husband preceded her in death eleven years ago. Surviving are three daughters and seven sons with relatives including Dr Fred Hynek Quincy IL Wesley Ely Charles Louis Frank Cedar Rapids Edward Solon Victor Solon, a sister and a brother. Body at Frank A Brosh Funeral home Solon pending arrangements.
Alvah Rosewell Hoskin died suddenly at 7 30 a m at his 1712 Grande avenue SE residence. He was born January 28 1859 in Van Buren county and had lived in Cedar Rapids for 26 years. He married Castilla Roberts in 1886 in Van Buren county and leaves a widow and three daughters Mrs R L Muench Iowa City and Mrs R C
Salter of this city and Mrs. O. W. Masching of Exira Iowa mourn the death of John L. Hoskins with four grandchildren listed and a brother and uncle noted. Services at Turner chapel Monday at 2 p.m. with Rev A A Brooks and Maine lodge I O O F in charge. Odd Fellows to meet at 1 15 p.m. Burial in Oak Hill cemetery. Friends may call at the chapel.
Four 11 year old boys were taken into custody over a desk fire at the vacant Washington High building. Investigators traced suspects Dallas Morrison Johnny Buchanan Robert Wood and Robert Waggner after sightings of two near the site Friday. Police noted the abandoned school has housed tramps and scattered papers since 1935.
The judge ordered a retrial after admissions by doctors that their diagnosis of Zody’s condition was not fully correct and after testimony by Mrs Clarene Goddard alleging conversations with Zody about feigning illness. The 1935 $14 500 verdict stands before the supreme court on appeal. The 1934 accident at First Avenue and Twentieth Street involved Zody and Miss Ann Winslow.
Mrs A C Shireman 507 Twenty sixth Street SE broke her wrist in an ice fall at home Friday evening Bert N Gilchrist 1836 Park Avenue SE a Rock Island conductor is seriously ill with pneumonia at St Luke s hospital Bad weather in the northwest slows transcontinental trains East bound trains are thirty minutes to four hours late into Cedar Rapids Saturday Mrs W W Roy 213 Sixteenth Street SE confined at home due to an arm injury from slipping on ice leaving her automobile Friday
Harry Black 42 of 1216 Eleventh Street SE waived to the grand jury in Justice A S Reed s court Saturday on a charge of threatening to commit a public offense He allegedly threatened his wife He was released on his own bond and ordered to report to County Attorney G K Thompson Monday
The Rev. Russell F. Judson, pastor of the First Baptist Church, will leave next week to direct the St. Louis district office of the Emergency Peace campaign. He will speak at a Sunday church meeting at 6 30 p m. Young people of the church sponsor the event, and it is open to the public.
Manchester high school beat visiting Marion 25 to 23 as Manchester opened with an eight point lead and finished the first half ahead 17 to 6. Marion rallied in the final period but could only score twelve to Manchester’s two baskets. Ottilie led Manchester with fourteen points while Swift and Davin each had ten for Marion. In junior high action Manchester won 13 to 12. Funeral services were announced for Mrs Emma Burch McBride who died Friday night at age 86.
John M. Thompson of Cedar Rapids installed Marion and Trojan lodge officers Friday at the Masonic Temple. Earl Welsher acted as installing marshal for both, with Ernest Failer as Trojan’s marshal. A musical program followed with Frazees and a high school sextet, 100 Masons and families attended.
Bennett high school defeated the alumni squads Friday with the boys winning 31 to 17 led by C. Schnack and the girls prevailing 37 to 26 as Leone Schaeffer scored most of the alumni points.
Conesville high school defeated St. Mary's of Muscatine 33 to 26 on Friday night. The halftime score stood 20 to 14 in favor of Conesville. High scorer Hankins with 16 points led Conesville while Rininsland added 10 for St. Mary's.
Police capture 35 year old Harry R. Treacle of 712 Vernal street NW after he slipped on ice while fleeing his home. Mrs Treacle had called police to report threats intoxication and furniture disturbance. Treacle jailed 30 days in county jail, suspended upon good behavior.
Ten new members were welcomed into the Dairy Dale Community organization at a Thursday meeting. John E. Sundberg read the secretary’s 1936 financial report. J. P. Frederikson announced the auditing committee for 1936. An amateur contest is planned for February 4 with Wes Soukup in charge and contact numbers 2-9620 or 3-2224 for entrants. Bert Klekar will chair the benefit card party on February 18, with reservations via 2-9018.
Funeral services were held Friday in the Yocom chapel for James DuMont with Dr. E T Gough of the Methodist church officiating. Out of town relatives included Mrs William Schrimper Mrs Mae Kelley and Fred DuMont of Cedar Rapids and Mrs Propst of Davenport. Pallbearers were E D Armstrong Glenn Lake Ed Allen Mr Teeterman Ware Lake and E E Parsons.
Mrs. George Whitney hosted the Shakespeare club on Thursday. Mrs. J. A. Beeson led the program with a review titled The Life of Shakespeare. Guest Mrs. A. J. Keyes performed three piano selections and offered brief composer bios.
Mrs Alice Dungan has been brought to the home of her son Joe Walker at 944 Eighteenth Street from St Luke's hospital where she has been receiving treatment. Her condition remains about the same.
The Reading Circle met Friday for a picnic luncheon with Mrs. H. O. Young and eleven members attended. Roll call covered items on Scenic Canada. Mrs. Mary English reviewed The Glamour of British Columbia and Mrs. Addie Shumack gave a history of Alberta.
Mrs L E Blinks entertained eight friends Wednesday at a Kensington home, honoring Mrs Griffen of Chicago, the house guest of Mrs L E Storms. Richard Straley is confined to his Central avenue home by illness. Miss Emma Wallace to lead Pilgrim Highlaaders meeting Sunday at 6 30 p m at the Congregational parsonage on the topic The Kind of A World We Would Like To Build.
Mrs Grace C Koppenhaver is confined to her home due to an acute attack of arthritis, with limited mobility and need for rest.
A long station of church notices lists services across Marion including Baptist, Catholic, Christian, Congregational, Free Methodist, Methodist, Presbyterian, Lutheran and Seventh Day Church of God. It details pastors, Sunday schools, worship times, sermon subjects, choir directors and organists for each congregation.
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