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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1945
Page
2
Chicago reports cattle up 25 cents with 14,090 head sold. Top steer price reached 17.85 while bulk cattle moved 15.25 to 17.25. Hogs remained fully steady and sheep showed active demand in moderate trade.
Receipts: cattle 8,500. hogs 3,500. sheep 1,900. Slaughter steers and heifers steady to firm. cows mixed. Bulk good to low choice steers and yearlings $15.25 to $16.35. choice $16.50 to $17.10. Hogs active and steady. barrows and gilts $14.45. sows $13.70. Sheep: good to choice lambs $14.25 to $15.00. feeder lambs around $14.00. ewes $7.50 to $9.00.
Hog receipts at Salabie high and firm at ceiling with barrows gilts mixed weights mostly 14.45 to 14.50. sows steady. Cattle receipts strong calf sales steady to higher with several loads of choice fed steers around 17.10 to 17.25 and heifers around 16.00. stockers light and cows up to 14.00 under orders. Sheep receipts 2,500 fat lambs active steady to strong with good and choice shorn lambs 14.59 to 14.75. old crop wool lambs around 15.75 with mid grades 14.90 to 15.00.
New York AP reports motors and specialties fared well while rails and industrials showed lagging tendencies. The market lacked clear leadership and drifted with a bearish undertone as Monday opened.
Hog receipts total 10 000 with salable 5 000 at 14 75 top for weight 140 lbs and sows at 14 00. Calves 1 000 salable. steers and yearlings strong to 25 cents higher with top steer 17 85 and bulls steady. Sheep receipts 15 000. native spring lambs around 16 00 with fat packs at 19 0 and lamb prices around 15 10 to 15 00 for yearlings.
Des Moines AP reports combined hog receipts at 19 concentration yards and packing plants across central Iowa and southern Minnesota for the 48 hours ending 8 am Monday totaled 30 406 head, down from 37 700 last year. Active and steady loading, with barrows and gilts trading around 5 600 per week earlier. Prices listed for various weight classes show slight reductions from prior figures, with sows in the 276-400 pound range around 13 45 to 13 70.
Prices for various hog weights and classes listed for Des Moines markets show steady to rising trends. Figures include pounds Mason Waterlce Ottumwa Austin with range values from 13.45 to 14.45 per hundredweight and notable figures for good packing sows in the 270 to 500 pound category.
Agricultural market notes show Cedar Rapids hog prices staying at ceiling with prime butchers at 14.45 and packers at 13.70. Cattle quotations cover steers and yearlings with ranges for commercial, utility, and other grades, plus calf and sheep markets and miscellaneous livestock prices.
Prices showed little change in early dealings as light demand kept lists steady. St Paul 3s and adjustment 36s led gains with bids active on Chicago and Allen 3s. Columbia Gas 4s, Big Four 4s, Hudson and Manhattan income 5s, I Hydro Electric 6 percent, Oregon-Washington RR and Navigation 3s and GE 4 1/4s attracted higher positions.
AP reports New York egg receipts with current wholesale prices for mixed colors extras through standard grades. Prices vary by size and weight, with 45 pounds and over at 41.24 to 42.3 cents, medium 40 to 44 pounds at 37.3 cents, and dirties and checks around 35 to 35.2 cents.
The issue notes firm prices for fowl, eggs, and related stock with receipts and scores listed. Leghorn fowls and old roosters show varied prices, while eggs and miscellaneous items like daisies and prints appear at specific cent values. Arrivals and shipments indicate a steady but constrained market with demand exceeding supply and prices near ceilings.
Eleven cars of twins and cheddars were sold at 23.25 cents per pound, totalling about 440 008 pounds. The event occurred in Plymouth Wisconsin as reported by United Press.
James C. Downs Jr representing the National Association of Real Estate Boards urged Congress to raise general OPA rent ceilings as the House Banking Committee weighs extending the program. He argued rent control remains fully effective and penalizes real estate owners.
Chicago AP reports grains firm early then slipping mid session Monday as wheat and rye shed up to a cent. Corn and oats held steady with mixed price moves. July wheat at 1.6734, corn near 5s to 4% gains, oats 44 lower, rye around unchanged to down 2, barley up 4% to down 3.4.
AP Chicago price listings show Wheat No 2 hard 1.79 No 2 yellow 1.17 4 No 3 yellow 1.16 No 4 yellow 1.16 sample grade yellow 1.1455 No 4 white 1.27 Barley futures and feed prices included with various bids and samples across categories.
John Braye Jr 38 of Tama was ordered held on 2000 bond for the September federal grand jury term on a charge of furnishing four Sac and Fox Indians with beer. Arraigned before U S Commissioner Charles L Benesh in Cedar Rapids. bond posted by J H Neil Creamery Tama.
Court ruler Judge Floyd Philbrick denies Walter Ellsworth’s request for a new trial in a Central City dispute. A $1000 judgment was assessed against Ellsworth from a April 24 jury trial where plaintiff Jake Main testified Ellsworth struck him February 24, alleging willful and malicious assault. Ellsworth claimed self defense. Both men reside near Central City.
Marian Meyers files a district court counter-claim against John E. Fessler for 25.15 dollars claiming vehicle damage from an February 20 auto accident at A avenue and Third street NW. Meyers seeks dismissal of a 51 dollar judgment won by Fessler in Justice Churchill’s court, alleging Fessler negligence while denying the prior court’s attribution.
Charles Madison sues Mary Janko Emily Steadman and Lawson Steadman for 147.40 in sales commission plus 17.49 advertising expense claiming a 10 percent fee on a $1,800 sale of Emily's case at 420 First Avenue NW. He alleges April 15 verbal agreement and May 28 delivery of the buyer Fern Campbell. defendants already paid 50.
Richard Albert Wombacher of Parnell and Wilma Leila Kra bacher of Cedar Rapids wed Friday evening in a ceremony conducted by Justice Churchill at the local church.
Carlos Stageberg regional occupational analyst will address the personnel managers committee of the manufacturers' bureau at a special meeting. The Wednesday noon session at the Y.M.C.A. will cover Setting Up an Analysis Program as It Affects Postwar Industrial Employment.
Bob Black, playground superintendent, announced a course of instruction for playground leaders starting Thursday at 9 a.m. at Club One. The Gazette previously indicated Tuesday start and sessions run through Friday and Saturday.
Emma Kirkwood widow of Arthur H. Kirkwood aged 78 died Sunday at 7 15 a m at her home 1291 Twelfth street after a long illness Born March 14 1867 on a nearby farm she spent her life in the area Married in June 1889 her husband died May 21 1929 Surviving daughters Hazel Snell Marion and Ivah Hadwen Chicago and three grandchildren Lt J Kirkwood Snell now in Germany Martha Norman and John Snell Services Tuesday at 2 30 p m in Yocom chapel Rev James P Gable officiating burial in Oak Shade cemetery Friends may call at the chapel
Former resident Mrs. J. M. Case died Sunday in Hayward California. Born Fannie R. Brown November 10 1876 in Marion she married locally and moved west about 20 years ago. Survived by husband five daughters a son and ten grandchildren. Services set for Wednesday in Hayward.
Mrs Edith Gordon of 785 Sixth avenue received bruises and a lacerated ear when a bicycle ridden by Wilfred Wilkinson struck her on Sixth avenue at Twelfth street Sunday evening.
Pvt Eileen Miller daughter of Mr and Mrs Harold Miller moved from Des Moines where she did basic training to Brook hospital Fort Sam Houston San Antonio Texas. She serves in the Purple Heart division of the WAC.
Mrs. Margaret McEnany spent Sunday at Davenport with her son Dale McEnany and his family. Her grandson Terry McEnany returned home with her to spend the summer.
Mr and Mrs E H Brancon of Scottsboro Arizona have been recent guests in the H A Davidson home. The report notes hospitality and local visit details from the household.
Advertisement notes barley no. The notice says tomato plants are growing well at Bezdek's and urges readers to place orders now with Coast to Coast before the week ends.
Pvt. Don A. Rundquist has been transferred from Jefferson Barracks to Fort Knox. The movement updates unit assignments and base postings for Army personnel.
Ensign Robert E. Hense informed his parents Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hense that he has arrived in Australia. Mrs. Lawrence Gordon and her son David of Chicago are visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hense.
Sgt Arland Topel has arrived from Mountain Home Idaho to spend a furlough with his sister Miss Ramona Topel.
Ad reads 25 straws for 10 cents from Owen's Cut Rate Drug. Utility item framed as a quick buy option in a vintage advertisement.
Mrs. Blanche Varner of Los Angeles and her daughter Mrs. G A Wille of Gainesville Texas were honored at a Sunday family reunion hosted by Mrs Varner's sister Mrs Ld Smith. Guests included Matt Mullin of Mason City and John Duncan of St Louis.
Jacq A Suchomel petitions to annul her marriage to Robert L Suchomel from April 7 1944 in Cheyenne Wyoming. She cites a minor consent law claiming she was 19 at marriage and the couple lived together June 1 to June 16 1944. She requests the return of her maiden name Jacq A Bachman.
Barbara Paul, widow of James C. Paul, is back at her residence after receiving treatment at a Cedar Rapids hospital. The family reports she is in good spirits and recovering at home.
Advertisement notes a lost Sheaffer pencil on Seventh Avenue Marion with contact number 22459 Cedar Rapids. The item mentions George Brousseau recently mustered out of the Seabees at Providence Rhode Island and returned to Marion where he worked as a carpenter's mate third class.
A lien of 36.79 dollars against John Weir of 529 Tenth Street SW was discharged, according to County Recorder Dempsy Jones' office on Monday.
Beverly Nedrow and Rosalie Hess with Reverend Vernon H. Carter attended the Northeast Iowa Youth conference at Mt. Vernon. Mrs. T. L. D. Hadwen of Chicago was called to Marion Saturday due to the fatal illness of her mother, Mrs. Arthur H. Kirkwood. New hours are 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. daily except Monday when closed. Bailey's Max Bar.
Basil OConnor, chairman of the American Red Cross, returned from a month on Pacific fronts and announced a drive to recruit 3,000 workers for duty in the Pacific. The plan aims to bolster relief services amid ongoing operations.
Lora Jane Ardith and Paul Faber returned Monday to their Dumont home after spending a vacation with grandparents Mr and Mrs Owen Turner.
Chinese forces closed on two former American air bases as a three prong advance aimed at Kweilin and an attack on Japanese in Luichow suburbs. Reports say Japanese began withdrawing from Kweilin as a Chinese column reached 10 miles northwest and engaged in bitter fighting.
Gov. Blue announced the appointment of Dr. Samuel W. Hamilton of the U S Public Health Service as a member of a new Iowa committee to study mental patient handling. The panel includes two House and two Senate members and will review processing methods facility capacity and nursing home involvement.
Lost and found notices list a female fox hound near Stone City with collar and name missing. Rewards offered by Glenn Hoglan Toddville Ia and Loren Bear 1293 34th St plus multiple lost items including a pig bundle a piglet parrots a Packard hub cap a child’s gold ring with blue setting and various contact numbers.
Father’s Day June 17 highlighted with neckwear from First Street store near the Post Office. Local merchants offer watches rings and jewelry, plus cards, rummage sales, printing, sewing services, and home services. Community notices include fitness and woodworking, painting, and hauling ads with contact details.
A collage of ads offering tree topping trimming spraying and removal sodding and dirt supplies roofing chimneys sidewalks repair fertilizer and dirt. furnace cleaning and appliance service by Royak Heating Co and other repair services including lawn mower sharpening bicycle repair and cement work with multiple contact numbers and addresses listed.
Don Reid and His Orchestra with Fritz Heilbrand and Doris Donavan perform musical gems at Swisher Pavilion on Thursday June 19. The event highlights Ming Ming gems and a lively program.
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