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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1979

Page

20

New York Stock Quotes from United Press International

Stock table shows composite prices as of 10 30 a m NYT with numerous listed firms from AbbotttLab to Zurn ind including Amex NASD Boston Cincinnati Pacific and Philadelphia markets. Highlights include price changes, dividends and footnotes on market identifiers and trading systems.

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Amex Stocks Nationwide Composite Prices At 11 20 A.M

The United Press International stock roundup lists selected equities and their latest readings as of 11:20 a.m. NYT. Prices show varied movement across industries with percentages indicating daily changes and notable entries from Amex listings.

United Press International

Dow Jones Stock Averages Mixed In Early Trading

United Press International reports early stock moves with declines across major indices. The Dow Jones average stands around 861 points while slight losses appear in the Netwig and Pet.cho readings amid a cautious trading session.

United Press International Ind Util S Na.m Netwig Pet.cho

Standard & Poor's Index Friday Snapshot

Standard and Poor's hourly indexes for Friday show utilities and transports with mixed moves. The report lists PrevClose values around 113.54 for the first index and 50.74 for the fourth, with minor changes in the latest readings.

New York Standard Poor A.m

GM transmission deficiency charged

The Center for Auto Safety accuses General Motors of a major design fault in about four million automatic Type 200 transmissions used in small GM cars. The group cites 256 consumer complaints and average repair costs around 389 dollars, noting failures occur at low mileage in models heavier than planned. GM denies widespread failure and secret warranties.

Washington General Motors Detroit Center For Auto Safety Ralph Nader Federal Trade Commission Michael Pertschuk Lem Center Clarence Ditlow Ditlow

Iowa hog prices and egg market report from Des Moines

Receipts for Iowa southern Minnesota direct hog stations total 60 000 this week 75 000 last year 38 000. Butchers weak to mostly 50 lower. Trade slow to moderate demand moderate. Eggs price ranges show Grade A large 56 62c mostly 61c at farms. Egg prices by grade vary with sizes and quality.

DES Moines USDA Lowa Minnesota U.S Federal

Cedar Rapids hog and cattle market updates Friday

The Cedar Rapids hog market fell 50 cents on butchers and held steady for packers to 550 pounds and above. Prices for 200 to 230 pound butchers were 46.50 to 47.25 with packing sows 41.00 to 41.50 up to 550 pounds and 41.00 over 550 pounds. The report notes new telephone 398-5966 due to system installation and details weight-based discounts for various classes. Cattle prices show Thursday top steers 1000 to 1200 pounds at 72.00 and heifers 900 to 1050 pounds at 70.50. Sheep prices steady with lambs shorn 62.00 to 64.00 and wool lambs 60.00 to 62.00. lambs over 105 pounds discounted.

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Dow Advances After Inflation Jumps Spark Investor Relief

The Dow Jones industrial average rose 1.56 points to 862.87 by noon after concerns over a 1.2 percent February price rise. The NYSE index gained 0.11 to 57.20, with shares up six cents. Advancers led decliners 752 to 500 among 1,771 issues.

New York UPI Iowa

Cedar Rapids grain prices rise on soybeans and corn

Soybean futures gain 2 cents on March and new crop deliveries Friday at Cedar Rapids processors. No.2 Corn climbs to 2.235 for March, 2.25 April, 2.265 May, 2.245 new crop. White corn steady at 2.83. No.1 Yellow Soybeans 7,435 March-April-May, new crop 6.76. Oats 1.65. Pro Farmer Grain reports prices.

Cedar Rapids Pro Farmer Grain

Holmes Foster Named President of Banks of Iowa

Holmes Foster, longtime Banks of Iowa officer and Cedar Rapids native, is named president and chief operating officer of the Cedar Rapids based bank holding company effective immediately. Foster, previously senior vice president and secretary, has served on multiple bank and association committees and holds director roles with Key City Bank and Trust Co of Dubuque and Banks of Iowa Computer Services. He is a graduate of Iowa Wesleyan College.

Holmes Foster First Ave Banks of Iowa, Inc F. Forbes Osberg Foster Osberg Banks of Iowa Key City Bank and Trust Co Dubuque Banks of Iowa Computer Services, Inc Cedar Rapids Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago Iowa Department of Banking Iowa Iowa Banks Association Association of Bank Holding Companies Iowa Business Development Credit Corp Iowa Wesleyan College Mount Pleasant

Arrest in home repair scam warns season of fraud

Virgil D. Fritz, 60, of 1247 Third St. SW, was arrested on second degree theft charges connected to an elderly woman’s complaint about unfinished home repairs. He was released on bond. Police warn more arrests may follow and urge due diligence with repairs. Officials advise local contractors, references, written contracts, multiple estimates, and consulting attorneys or family before paying.

Virgil D. Fritz Third St Northwest Side Fritz Linn County James E. Barnes Barnes Ers Ewoldt Chamber

Club championship winners at Kenwood Park Presbyterian Church

Royce McCray and Phil Arnell won the top prize in the Thursday Kenwood Park Presbyterian Church club championship. A second place tie included Ruth Helm and Al Roush with Lou Harrington and Clyde Nowlin. Next game is Thursday at noon at the church.

Kenwood Park Presbyterian Church Royce McCray Phil Arnell Ruth Helm al Roush Lou Harrington Clyde Nowlin

Poultry Market Report West North Central Live Hens

News Service notes Friday market activity for U S west north central states with moderate to good demand and light trading. Prices at farms range 12 to 18 cents per pound, mostly 14 to 17, with deliveries priced day of slaughter and more bookings seen for mid April.

U.S. West North Central States Des Moines Federal

Midwest meat markets show mixed demand across beef and pork

Des Moines reports sluggish beef demand with limited sales for choice steer and heifer cuts and weak to steady cow beef. Pork trades range from light to fair with varied shifts in loins, picnics, hams, and bellies across multiple weight classes, with several items holding steady or modestly changing.

Des Moines UPI Midwest

Hearing on Water Permit Application in Linn County

Notice announces a hearing on an application by Florice for a permit to withdraw water up to five feet per year at a maximum rate of ten gallons per minute from a well on her land in Linn County Iowa. The hearing is scheduled for 11:30 p.m. on April 9 at the Civil Defense Center Cedar Rapids City Hall to hear evidence for or against the permit.

Lowe Naturesources Council Henry A. Wallace Maines. A Lelty W. Linn County Iowa Civil Defense Center Cedar Rapids

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Notice of Estate of Rose Lockwood in Iowa District Court

In the matter of the estate of Rose Lockwood deceased, the last will and testament dated June 6 1975 was admitted to probate March 7 1979 in the district court of a specified county. Creditors and interested parties are advised to present claims within six months from the notice publication or be barred. Executors Affeidt & Harms, attorneys, announce Laurence and heirs.

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