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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1937
Page
13
Hog prices climb with a 20 cent increase on the Indiana market, topping at 1090 and some quality hogs selling for around 11 more. Oats and corn costs rise as buyers and dealers report varied prime bids and cattle market activity across the day.
A compilation of stock quotations from Adams Express to American Zinc and many others. The list includes price quotes such as Adams Express 1654, Intl Mining 1044, Allied Stores 155, Allis Chalmers 60, Johns Manville 127, Lehigh Valley 1834, and many more across railroads, oils, and utilities.
Wheat prices show volatility as rust concerns spread across Canada, with Chicago quotations noting futures and spot values. The report highlights market stages, with July and September figures and assorted grains including corn and oats.
Grain markets show Winnipeg wheat values low amid fluctuating futures. Chicago cash prices list wheat and corn with mixed signals while Minneapolis quotes reflect steady to firmer bids. oats and barley also noted with minor shifts in supply and demand.
Chicago reports steady eggs and butter with moderate potato stocks and firmer cheese and poultry values. Butter receipts rise while eggs stay steady. potatoes show balanced supply and demand. turkey and chicken quotes vary by grade and size across markets in Chicago and New York.
New York stocks rebounded after a sharp earlier drop with gains in steel, rail and auto shares led by US Steel Bethlehem American Steel Foundries Chrysler General Motors and Borg Warner while J C Penney Woolworth and Du Pont fell. Transfers totaled about 1 206 million shares as traders weighed strike threats and the impact of a Supreme Court bill on the administration.
About one hundred Arverivan Section members and auxillary guests gathered Monday in Taneion hall for a Memorial and attendance dinner. Hosts Verne Balster and John Clay led program honors for deceased members and past leaders, with candlelight service and Taps. Plans announced included May 28 poppy sale, Memorial day events, and a Legion carnival the week of May 24 at the Legion pool.
Ministers and their wives hosted at Rev. E. T. Gough’s home for a farewell luncheon honoring Rev. W. E. Fisher and wife as they depart for Chicago. Attendees included Rev. H. O. Allen, Rev. Irving Wade, Rev. Loren Inman, Rev. H. M. Thomas, Virgil Wade, Vernon Gough, and Mrs. Donald Scott of Bloomington.
Turmoil in markets as OFW activity and Pettie trends show shifts with limited demand. Bonds firm with modest gains. Treasuries hover near unchanged as investors weigh yields and federal influences amid global pressures.
Lester Brockelhurst, 53, sought on murder charges in three states, left New York with Bernice Felton bound for Arkansas. Prosecutor Melton quoted him asking how soon he would face the electric chair, saying six days to start and 30 days to finish. Exconvict Brockelhurst, linked to Victor Gates death, travels under extradition papers after coordinating with Illinois Texas and Arkansas officials. Felton's father says his daughter learned of a cock and bull story of police harassment.
Two large independent steel companies Republic Steel and Youngstown Sheet and Tube said they would shut down their plants if picketing blocks safe entry for workers. The CIO aimed at 188,000 workers across Republic, Youngstown, Inland, Bethlehem and Crucible. A Crucible conference began in Pittsburgh on a bargaining drive.
Clifford C. Gregg aged 42 formerly of Cincinnati was named director of the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago today. The appointment places Gregg at the helm of the renowned museum and its scientific programs.
Two faculty members will not return next year at Clutier while four others sign contracts with about eight percent salary increases. C. B. Davis will be superintendent for a fourth year with a 12 dollar monthly raise. Staff changes include Lee Coler continuing as athletic coach and principal, Emma Diel and Marie Heckroth receiving raises. Two vacancies remain unfilled. North English death notice for Mrs. William Simmons, born 1862, widow of Will Simmons, mother of eight, survives with husband.
The oldest of ten, a woman from an Iowa family is survived by five brothers and four sisters across North Dakota Missouri Nebraska Kansas Nevada and two sisters from Kansas and Nebraska. Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Christian church with Rev John Brower of South Brethren church presiding.
A chaotic Lost and Found and assorted ads appear on The Gazette page with items ranging from a brindle and white female dog to an Elgin wristwatch, glasses, a Swiss watch, a beaded bag, a blanket, and a black sweater. Various reward offers and contact numbers accompany the listings, alongside ads for loans, cleaners, and services.
A collage of classified style notices lists interior and exterior painting and decorating with contact numbers, paper hanging, wallpaper cleaning, plastering, carpenter and cabinet work, floor sanding, and lawn mower grinding with delivery and service options across multiple local addresses and dials.
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