Hog market shows moderate activity and firm tone
Market notes hogs are moderately active and firm across weights. While cattle and sheep figures are unclear, the report emphasizes steady demand and price stability despite rough OCR text.
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1941
Page
6
Market notes hogs are moderately active and firm across weights. While cattle and sheep figures are unclear, the report emphasizes steady demand and price stability despite rough OCR text.
Furnished by Lamson Brothers and w 4 Phone 2-3141. H. R. Mowrey, manager, Cedar Rapids office, 503 Merchants National re. f. . 888 6bank puicing.
The market shows steers mostly steady to higher with good demand while heifers and cows trend lower. Sows, calves, and bulls vary by quality with buyers cautious on mid grades. sheep receipts show weakness with lighter weights selling closer to steady for top lots and lower for common offerings.
Barrow and gilt hog prices in Minnesota range from 140 to 500 pounds with varied bids. Prices span from about 7.00 to 9.10 per cwt depending on weight, with specific quotes noted for 150-160 lbs and 360-500 lbs brackets.
Omaha reports AP Uv S&S Dept data with hogs selling at 8.50 to 9.11 and calves, cattle, and sheep showing mixed steady to higher activity. Barrows, gilts, sows, steers, cows, and lambs are priced across classes. receipts total around 4 000 with dealers scarce and stockers steady amid a cautious market.
Slaughter steers and yearlings show small lots by truck with stockers and feeders nominal. Feeder prices range around 3.75 dollars, with odd lots up to 3.75. Ewes and lambs steady with small woolly lots around 6 dollars and 4 dollars for shorn. Idaho springers at about 10.85 with native springers near 10.25.
U S Department of Agriculture reports 27 106 hogs received in 24 hours ending Friday across interior lowa and southern plants, with prices varying by weight. Notable bids included 180 200 pounds at 9.40 dollars, 270 300 pounds at 8.70 dollars, and 100 pounds at 9.00 dollars.
PRICES at St Paul Michigan market show steers and heifers steady while stockers and feeders hold near prior levels. Most cows move at around 9.50 to 10.25 with hogs and sows slightly weaker and receipts about 760 head for the period.
Fragmentary OCR shows a range of weights from 40 to 550 pounds with varied prices per pound or per weight bracket. Mentions of six to eight price points and several weight classes appear, but the text is garbled and does not form a coherent market report or identifiable entities.
Peoria reports mixed livestock results with hog receipts around 200 pounds and prices near 10 cents lower for heavy butchers. top hogs at 9.35. Slaughter cattle steady to down, cows off, heifers around 9 to 11. Canners and stockers vary, salable receipts 25. Native springers and ewes priced, light stock noted.
Local hogs moved higher by five cents on Friday while primes held at 9.20 with no-fill top. Prices for various hog weight ranges are listed, including 160 to 180 pounds around 8.68 and 180 to 240 pounds near 9.10. Packers in the 275 to 330 pound range show 8.56 to 8.68, with 360 to 380 pounds around 8.0. Cattle and calf values noted for steers and yearlings with ranges, plus a calf market at about 10 to 10.50. Sheep see spring lambs 70 to 90 pounds at about 1 less by quality.
A fragment list of miscellaneous Cedar Rapids grocery prices shows items such as cornmeal yellow corn, sun premium and jernpethaoten products with prices per unit. The snippet includes no clear dates or full product names and reads as a catalog-style market notice.
AP report from Plymouth Wisconsin notes cheese prices for the week ending 1824 with quoted values for brick and other cheese types.
The report records wool prices with examples including finer territory and combi wools. Prices noted include $1.00 for scoured wools at 1.98 and references to evening trade with activity through the day.
New York stock market trading drifted with slow gains as selective bids appeared for rails rubbers aviation and specialty shares. The closes showed a marginal lift for United Aircraft Du Pont U S Steel and General Motors while Sears Roebuck American Telephone Standard Oil of California and Kennecott lagged. Bonds were uneven.
Frid ay stock roundup shows varied quotations across major and minor issues.Listings include Alaska Juneau 4 and B 25s Act Stess 194 Eber Seams 36, Lockheed 20%, Amn Pow WW l6, Amn & L iss Indian Amn 11% and other industrials such as Miller, Nash-Kelvin, and Atlantic Rig. The report captures percentages and prices for a snapshot of market activity.
The report lists varied prices for commodities and goods including cars and cobblers with several regional notes. It notes demand ranging from weak to moderate, with price quotes such as 23 to 24 cents and 1.50 to 2.00 dollars for specific washed products, across multiple locations including California and Alabama.
Incomplete OCR reads show lines referencing averages and packets with unclear context. Names, dates, places, and concrete facts are not decipherable, leaving only scattered terms like average and sea tied phrases.
In 1939 the United States harvested a record 87 million bushels of soybeans, highlighting strong crop production and agricultural output for the year.
Chicago brokers report wheat futures moving nervously with small net change after a 2% cent range. Corn and oats mirrored the action, rye firmed, and soybeans weakened. July prices show mixed moves while buying cooled and selling picked up on the bulge. Receipts and shipper activity steady, with Kansas City and Minneapolis weaker and Winnipeg holding.
Wheat and corn prices listed with No 2 and No 4 grades. Oats and soybeans shown with various quality grades and price ranges. Prices reflect market quotes with different run totals and nominal feed values.
Treasury 2 1/2 percent bonds for 1956 58 moved at 102 22/32, gaining a small amount as U S government securities traded unevenly. Over the counter dealers described activity as extremely light with little stock exchange trading while issues from Anaconda Copper and other majors showed steadiness near Thursday’s close.
The snippet notes the Dow Jones Averages with a slight drop of 0.19 points and a closing around 91.15. It briefly references industrials at 106.95 up 8.08, with overall market activity and 11,600 level figures noted.
Delbert Collicott was appointed administrator of the estate of Effie Collicott. The case was reopened May 13 by Judge H. C. after deposits of 13,708.96 from American Trust and Savings Bank, formerly deemed uncollectible, were disapproved May 10, 1940. Bonds for the administrator were set at an unspecified amount.
Judge H C King presided over an account judgment involving Hogan Brothers and Mesinger and Sons named as Messinger and Sons. The case details reference Thursday proceedings and party names Joseph Roy Alva and J Messinger in a business context.
On plaintiff's motion Judge H C Ring on Thursday hears a suit filed by Seatster J Gateseaten. The case details appear in the court docket as of 28, 1938, with the suit entry recorded for further action.
The report notes a charge of cruelty and inhuman conduct brought against James Miller by his spouse. Details on evidence, court date, and jurisdiction are not provided in the fragment.
Sybil Miller Fwareday filed for divorce from her husband after noting their marriage on February 9 1937 in Joliet Illinois. The case names E Downing and E Glenn Seaman as construction receivers for 2750 dollars and mentions a receivership established in January 1940.
A foreclosure action totals 1326.19 against Gladys Fern Hudson Hayes and Lawrence J. Hayes. The suit covers two lots in Reeder's Third addition with Cedar Rapids Gas company named as a defendant.
Funeral services for Albert Johnson who died at his home 306 Sixth Street NE will be held in Moon chapel at 2 pm Saturday with Rev. F J Carlson officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers include George Peters George McGillen Carl Stevens Bud O’Brien Ed Loseau and Joe Wilder.
Mrs. Mattie D Stevens 68 wife of E C Stevens died at her stepson C W Stevens 1928 First Ave E at 1 15 pm Wednesday after a three month illness. She lived ten years in Cedar Rapids then nine years in Delray Beach Florida before returning two weeks ago. Survived by husband two daughters Mrs Zella Frank and Mrs Claudine Keinonen both of California. Funeral services at Brouchard funeral home Zearing Iowa 2 pm Sunday burial Colo Iowa.
Mrs Elma Mitchell Matter 41 of Atkins died in a local hospital at 1 30 a m Friday after a long illness She was born near Fairfax and lived in Fairfax Atkins area all her life She married Earl Matter Oct 24 1926 Survived by her mother Mrs Hattie Mitchell Van Horne and two sisters Mrs Marie Schueler Alburnett and Mrs Grace Krumm Van Horne Funeral services in Beatty chapel at 2 p m Monday Friends may call at the chapel
Funeral services for Vernon John Pavlicek, who died at his home on 1027 Sixteenth Avenue SE, will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. at Janeba funeral home. The service will be conducted by Theodore B. Hlubucek with burial at Bohemian National Cemetery. A call may be made at the funeral home.
The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Dunlop of teenth street NE died Friday afternoon at a local Turner chapel.
Winners of the window trimming contest sponsored by the Retail Merchants Bureau of the Ba Chamber of Commerce in Section with Of toe a Days were announced. Frida Newman’s store won first in the professional division with W. J. Mudge in charge. In the non professional group O’Meara’s won first with L. Moran in charge. Armstrong’s and Jack n4 Store second, respectively. Winners will receive $10.
A compromise in the Halvorson will case splits an estate of over 70000 among 31 cousins in Ossian. Torah Lemmen Nelson filed the suit, and the decedent's Os son’s estate is the basis for the division as reported by The Gazette.
Charles Birmingham led the play as Robert Evans with Martha Ann Young as Margaret and Virginia Jackson as Shirley. Virginia theater cast includes Bob Powell Faye Parks and others. Firemen investigated an auto fire at Lincoln school causing no damage. the show will be repeated Friday night at 8.
Mr and Mrs P A Osborne are listed in a local notice likely outlining travel or a visit to Wisconsin Dells. The fragment mentions their names and a destination associated with the state.
Mrs. George Engstrom of Deerfield Kil arrives Friday afternoon for a visit with her sister in law Ruth Engstrom. She will also visit sister in law Harry Emerson, who underwent an operation Thursday morning at St Luke's hospital in Cedar Rapids.
Mrs Glenn Miller and her son travel to Neosho Missouri on Saturday to spend a week with relatives.
Augustine E Miller has recovered ten days after injuring his neck when he fell while stretching fence on his farm.
Members of the Klatter Klub entertained Wednesday evening at dinner at the K. V. club in honor of Mrs. Mary Ives Anderson of Los Angeles. Covers were laid for twelve. Miss Cecil Ross of Los Angeles also attended. Among the sixteen members present were Mrs. and Ray Valentine of Cedar Rapids.
The senate on Friday unanimously approved and sent to the White House a bill placing the federal role in managing American industry under wartime priorities. The measure allows delay in civilian production to meet defense needs if the president sees fit. House conferees rejected an amendment creating an independent agency under Army and Navy control.
U.S. Senator Guy M. Gillette of Iowa, a member of the foreign relations committee, argues against repealing the neutrality law and questions proposed relaxing restrictions. He recalls the 1939 shift that ended wartime embargoes and says it might have been better to remove neutrality statutes entirely.
Eighty five members attended the May luncheon at the Marion Garden club. The Marion chapter reported a 492 membership, the largest in its history. Bridge was played at fourteen tables with high scores awarded to Mrs. W. G. Bowen and Mrs. Guy W. Miller.
Red Cross Unit No. 3 met at Mrs. James E. Clapp's home on Thursday. Members completed six woolen children's dresses four baby dresses five kimonos and eight bonnets. A picnic luncheon followed for Mrs. Earl L. Wiley Mrs. Neal Blok and Mrs. Oscar Martin.
The sixth birthday celebration for Kruger, Elbert Waffle, Phillip De Wees, Allen James, Norman Forster, Charles Storm and Charles Kent was hosted by Mrs. Carey with help from her daughter Bonnie Carey during a social gathering.
Mrs Harvey Montgomery hosted Cedar Rapids Needlecraft Club members for a Thursday afternoon dessert luncheon at her home on 560 Third Street. Guests included Mrs Michalek Mrs George Zavoral Mrs Lee Summy Mrs Leonard Hamilton and Mrs Clifford Pancratz.
Mrs Charles Bickal of Sioux Falls arrived during the first week for a visit with her sister Mrs John T Christie over Sunday at her home in town.
Compliments to Charles Bosacker as he leaves Marion at school end to settle in Minneapolis. Jean Clapp hosted a Friday party at her parents home Mr and Mrs James E Clapp with refreshments for Loyce Schenken Margaret Beadle Reba Ford Bretta Gleason Joe Derflinger Edward Fail Gerald Stark and Gaylen Cay.
Donald Fairley, son of Mr and Mrs Fairley, is reported to be ill with a bronchial condition. The brief illness affects the family’s daily routine as he receives care at home.
Men and young men offered dress oxfords in all sizes at two ninety eight to three ninety five. Footwear specials promote affordable options for all customers at the neighborhood shoe shop.
Mrs. F T Shadle and her sons Stephen and George visit from Estherville to join Mrs Shadle’s parents for commencement week exercises. Mrs. Shadle’s sister Martha Ann Young is a member of the graduating class.
Ad A seeks to supply a straw hat for every customer as part of a promotional campaign. The effort aims to boost sales and visibility, with a focus on affordable headwear for all ages during the season.
Mrs C J Northrop of Monti cello who spent the winter in Los Angeles was an overnight guest Wednesday in the home of Mr and Mrs W S Starbuck who spent the winter in California. They have stopped en route to Rollins Hosiery at 1.00 Ny lons at 1.35 Ed Sigfred Co advertisement. J B Howell went to Des Moines Friday on business.
The article notes graduation Friday at Spii High School with Anna Caldwell listed as a member of the class. The text mentions Mr. Caldwell and his sister Anna Caldwell as part of the graduating cohort.
Miss Margaret Christianson of Savanna Illinois arrived for a visit at Miss Kathleen Newman's home and to attend the Marion senior class play Relatives by Affection. Christianson, a 1941 Marion class member, came with her parents Mr and Mrs H B Christianson.
Short item notes Williams shaving cream and Lanoline soap for dry skin priced at 35 cents each at Owens Cut Rate Drug.
Mrs J T ee Miss Mary Clements and Mrs E C Fox entertained Thursday at the Hallwood cafe. Honored guest Anna Gray Gaus of New York, visiting Mrs George P bye. Covers for 17 with a lavender iris bowl. Guest Charles Bickal of Sioux Falls, M D, joined the afternoon at the Galliven home.
Ice cream quart 24c and 13c gallon pack 1.00 delivered in town. Open all day Sunday Marion Dairy Store.
Mr and Mrs Norman Adee hosted the Bid Em High card club on Wednesday. High honors went to Mrs Hugh Ut ton and H M Howe, with the Adees receiving consolation prizes. Ralph Parks and wife will entertain the club next.
Advertisement lists dairy items including butter eggs cottage cheese milk cream and ice cream offered at Fry's Milk Bar.
Miss Mildred Carpenter of Chicago arrives to spend a few days with her parents Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Carpenter north of Marion, bringing a note of family reunion and local hospitality.
An advertisement touts the Eclipse lawnmower as America's finest for performance convenience and economy. Kendall's Hardware promotes the product to readers.
Members gathered at Marion Golf Club for the annual May luncheon marking the season’s close. Mrs. Ida G. Hall received a gift in observance of her circle, with Mrs. C. C. Carpenter as president and Mrs. L. R. Blinks as secretary, alongside notes of Mrs. Rachel Ives’s illness.
Spring fries and pork items listed with per pound prices 25c for spring fries 19c for pork chops roast 15c for pork steak and sausage Oranges offered at 2 dozen for 27c Markets like Syls Grocery advertise mixed sale prices with daily specials in a compact period ad format
Delivers a mothproof Aristo crat wardrobe to homes for $2.98. Protects furs and woolens all summer. Phone 66 Murray's.
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