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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 03, 1952

Page

2

Hogs Highest In Six Weeks In Chicago Livestock

CHICAGO AP reports hogs rose 25 to mostly 50 cents, highest in six weeks. Cattle and sheep were steady to strong. USDA sales show hogs active, with top loads to $22.25 and prices across weight ranges from $20.75 to $22.00 in a brisk market with 1,000 receipts and 200 galves salable. Cows and steers held steady to lower, Holsteins to $29.00, and bulls to $27.50 with overall market steady to firm.

Chicago Cago (Ap USDA Cedar Rapids Eeeseee U S Prime Ereeerree S Choice

Cattle receipts mix as feeder and slaughter cattle active

USDA market report shows cattle receipts including 800 calves 100 slaughter stockers and feeders scarce. Load lots 1204-1273 lb bees bring 33.00 dollars per cwt. Strong demand for average to prime quality with 85 choice to prime around 32.75. Canners and cutters rest at 14 to 17 dollars, some light canners about 13.00.

USDA

Stocks Stage Slight Pickup at Close

In New York the stock market ended the day with a slight pickup pulling it out of a mild slump. Changes were fractional and total volume was about 1.1 million shares.

New York

Omaha Cattle Receipts Report Mixed Price Moves

Receipts total 1 cattle with 78 calves, fed steers and heifers show gains of 25 cents, cows rise to 50 cents, bulls firm to higher. Prime steers around 34.00, bulk expected 33.50 to 33.95, high and good steer groups at 25.50 to 30.00, heifers mostly 32.40, cows 16.50, bulls 25.00 to 27.25, vealers 28.00 to 31.00.

Omaha Ins

Kansas City Livestock Cattle Prices Mixed Across Categories

Cattle trading in Kansas City shows calves at 100, steers and yearlings steady to strong, cows steady to higher, bulls scarce, vealers little changed. Notable quotes include 1.050 lb steers at 29.00 and good heifers and mixed yearlings around 27.50 to 30.00.

Kansas City Livestock Kansas City INS

Prices and Goods at C. R. Markets Poultry and Produce

Current receipts list fryers, heavy hens, ducks, geese, and eggs with multiple price tiers. Wholesale fruits and vegetables include cantaloupe, watermelon, oranges, lemons, apples, celery, onions, lettuce, cucumbers, peppers, avocados, artichokes, and assorted specialty items. Also noted are hay, straw, corn, soybeans, oats, and field grass seed price ranges.

Ecorida Orida Calif Valencia Ornia California

Chicago Produce Prices and Receipts Report

Chicago receipts list butter eggs poultry and potatoes with mixed quality grades and price ranges. New York notes include peaches and general produce firming with varied scores and small changes across categories.

Corn Declines on Rain Crop View

Chicago AP reports Midwest rains and a private forecast of a corn crop above 3.3 billion bushels push grain lower. Wheat fell 3 to 34 cents, corn dropped around 1 percent, oats mixed, rye steady, soybeans down to up, lard steady to lower.

Chicago Midwest

Chicago Cash Provisions Market Note

Fragmentary data shows varied cash provisions with figures like 2 and $2. aS, $1.74, and $1.28 to $1.65. Mentions Racine 83c and nominal values, context unclear. No clear event or names to anchor beyond generic market pricing terms.

Chicago I Bens ARLEY

Market Report for Des Moines Livestock Prices

Receipts estimated at 28 000 last week 50 000 actuals Wednesday 34 000. General market active demand good prices slight unevenness. Bulk sales higher by 25 cents and in some cases 50 cents. Top gilt prices 20.75. Hog and sheep prices listed by weight bands with varied ranges.

Des Moines INS

Hogs Prices Jump in Ottumwa Meat Markets

Ottumwa hog market reports show car lots up 25 to 50 cents with prices lifting across weight ranges. Leading quotes include 170 pounds at 17.75, 190 to 220 at 20.00, and 300 to 330 at 18.00, reflecting a broad rise in wholesale hog values.

Ottumwa

Hog Prices Reported By Weight Classes

Hog trading figures list bids by weight ranges from 160 to 800 pounds. Prices start at 19.25 for 160 170 lb hogs, then fall to 14.75 for 500 550 lb hogs, with multiple brackets across 170 to 800 pounds showing incremental decreases.

Coe Growth Fund Passes Sixty-Five Thousand Dollars

Cash and pledges in the Coe Growth Fund campaign totaled 65 196 25 Thursday after an audit. The final report from 18 divisions is still due and the drive will be extended. Solicitation continues toward a goal of 103 000 to fund college plant and faculty additions.

Coe Growth Fund Campaign Pfece

General Grant Celebrated In Poem By Edgar A Guest

The poem praises an eighty year old figure nicknamed General Grant for kindness and wit. It contrasts him with a medaled general and notes his enduring zest for life. The verses highlight his child friendly appeal and unspoiled character despite age.

Grant

Marion News items and notices from July Fourth edition

Civil engineer O W Lundquist of Milwaukee Railroad returns home after surgery in Cedar Rapids. Visitors from Roselle Illinois join Vernon Lents. Dot's Cafe closes July 4 5. Mrs Harvey Montgomery and daughter Sandra return from Sheldon. Birthday dinner honors John Knapp with family guests. July 4th open 9 to 11 am. Dr Roy E Lehhigh leaves for Anchorage Alaska. Marilyn Reed to run Lehhigh office. Henry Everett visits sister J R Avis for the Fourth. B Harry Ford and wife attend church camp in Meridian Idaho.

Harvey Montgomery Sheldon Sandra Marion Alaska Roy E. Lehdigh Anchorage Inlaw Ken Kenney Jacquelyn Betty Jo Marilyn Reed Lehhigh

Miscellaneous shower honors Beverly Nedrow and fiancé

Mrs Norman Severinsen and Mary Ellen Bumbolton hosted a miscellaneous shower at the Robert Hess home on 842 Fourth Avenue for Beverly Nedrow who will wed Neil K Garnatz of Chicago this summer. Sixteen former classmates attended. Mrs Lyle A Stimson of 555 Tenth Avenue is confined to bed two weeks by illness.

Norman Severinsen Mary Ellen Bumbolton Robert Hess Fourth Avenue Beverly Nedrow Neil K. Garnatz Chicago Ulness Lyle A. Stimson Tenth Avenue

Des Moines Trip Mentioned With Family Plans

Mr and Mrs Gerald Shirk and their three sons Darr ell Ronnie and Larry traveled to Des Moines with plans for Darrell to join his grandparents Mr and Mrs Earl Towers on a Lake Okoboji vacation. The item notes several local visits and hospital updates from Iowa communities.

Des Moines Gerald Shirk Darrell Ronnie Larry Earl Towers Lake Okoboji

Annual Convention Attendance Surges Past 13 Million

Sam Dawson reports Americans attend more than 13 million conventions annually as hotels, transport, and service firms reap benefits. The article notes 22 000 events with total costs around 216 million for lodging meals rides and tips, plus rail and air travel revenues, and highlights large gatherings like Shriners and American Legion conventions. It also discusses management of women attendees, planning ahead by organizers, and major associations shaping the convention industry.

New York Chicago Shriners American Legion George Dahl Laing International Association of Convention Bureaus Hotel Sales Management Association International Department of Commerce Ilists

City Briefs Highlights Local Notices and Personnel Updates

Goodwill club picnic supper Saturday at 6 30 p m at Sokol hall followed by a business meeting. Mrs Kathleen Koppenhaver has returned home from Mercy hospital and visitors are permitted. Sunshine Mission service Friday at 7 30 p m led by Rev Isaac Johnson. Miss Bernardine Donohoe recently underwent surgery at St Luke's hospital now has visitors. Memorial Coliseum hosts a square dancing party Saturday at 8 p m. Richard Zrudsky promoted to corporal with the Marines at Camp Pendleton. Pfc Robert A Henry serving in Korea with the 25th Infantry Division 35th Cacti regiment automatic rifleman. Mrs Louis P Boudreaux and family called to Napoleonville, Louisiana after mother in law's death. Sgt Robert W Deason wounded in Korea, now at Great Lakes naval hospital. Allan E Miller stationed aboard the USS Iowa in Korean waters. wife Louise living in Dubuque.

Atkins Newhall Brandon Fern Mitchell St. Luke’s Hospital Cedar Rapids Clermont M. H. Moore National Education Association Detroit Iowa City Toddville Paul Little American Legion William Giles Warren Stephenson Joseph Jordan Ivan Oliphant Darwin Heerner Lloyd Williams Henry Korea Robert A. Henry I. L. Brown B Avenue 25Th Infantry Division 35Th “Cacti Great Lakes Robert W. Deason Sebert Nelson Sixth Street United States Great Lakes Naval Hospital Iowa Allan E. Miller Earl Miller C Avenue NW

Kriese Named Custodians of Public School

Delta residents Mr. and Mrs. V. C. Kriese have been named custodians of the local public school. The appointment places the Krieses in charge of maintenance and oversight duties for the district facility.

DELTA V. C.kriese

Classified Ad Rates and Lost and Found Notices

A scanned newspaper page shows ad rate tables for one to seven day runs and multiple small classified items. It includes lost items such as watches, wallets, rosaries, and other personal effects with contact numbers. Also features business service ads for moving, cleaning, and repair work and a memorial card notice.

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