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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1961
Page
5
Chicago AP report notes hogs steady to 25 higher with estimated 7 000 head on the day. Butchers 190-240 lb mostly 16.25-16.85 with several at 17.00. cattle and calves also steady with prime loads and varied weights. Sheep slaughter 1 500 head, lambs steady to 50 lower with prices for native wooled and shorn lambs listed.
UPI reports prices unchanged from Monday with spot gains of 25 cents. Estimated Tuesday hog receipts reach 65 000 while prior week stood at 68 000 and year-ago 58 000. Butchers range across weight classes from 180 to 270 plus pounds with per hundredweight values from 13.25 to 15.55 for various bands. Sows show 11.85 to 15.00 in the 400 550 lb span.
Receipts of 9,000 cattle at Omaha for slaughter steers and heifers. Good and choice slaughter orders open at 66. Two loads at 25. Good and choice heifers 21.75 to 24.50.
Sioux City market reports show cattle receipts of 6 500 with calves 400. Slaughter steer values hold steady to weak with choice 900-1300 lb at 25.25 to 25.75 and high choice at 26.00. Heifers steady. feeders and buyers range 22.00 to 24.50 for various grades.
Prices on the Cedar Rapids hog market Tuesday held steady while Monday’s quotes ranged from 14.75 to 15.60 dollars with some at 15.65 based on grade and plant-delivered condition. Packing sows 300 pounds down quoted 14 to 15 dollars. butchers over 230 were 10 cents less per 10 pounds to 280. over 280 priced like packers. packers decline in steps from 300 to 360, 360 to 500, and over 500 pounds with 25, 50, and 75 cent reductions respectively per weight group.
New York stocks showed irregular trading late Tuesday as year end switching created mixed signals. Volume was about 4.3 million shares with cross currents affecting the Dow Jones averages.
A dense OCR fragment lists many company names and percentages tied to financial figures. It reads like a stock and dividend sheet with brands such as Caterpillar Edison Dow Jones Swift and Goodyear, interspersed with partial place names and numbers, implying a market summary or advertisement page.
Philco Corp stockholders approved the sale to Ford Motor Co by a vote of 3,426,653 to 80,801. The deal, to close by December 11 in Dearborn, involves exchanging 444 Philco shares for one Ford share and dissolving Philco into Ford’s Helios Corp renamed Philco Corp.
In Chicago the December wheat futures rose to a two month high as shorts covered commitments. Wheat closed up to 54 cents, corn fell about 4 in response, oats slipped, rye steady, and soybeans declined around 14 cents.
AP market notes show oats and soybean sales halted in Chicago. Corn bids described as no and yellow, with prices around 1.11 dollars and 1.4? per bushel. Barley listed with choice at about 1.35 to 1.62 dollars and feed around 0.98 to 1.25 dollars per bushel.
The New York market reports abundant large and medium eggs with quiet demand and unchanged butter prices. Wholesale prices ease slightly for some varieties while overall supply remains ample. regional buyers show spotty demand amid steady to slow activity.
City briefs recap local happenings including a coin club meeting at the YMCA for a quarterly auction, fall festival at Kenwood Park Methodist, and a Business Men's Breakfast with Rabbi Isaac Neuman. Police report several thefts including a car transmission, tools from a street truck, two tires, and a shotgun. Youth Council in Cedar Rapids, story hour at public library, hospital patient updates, and local Accident Prevention Association meeting announced. Cub Pack 101 awards list.
A reader confesses saving 5000 without her husband’s knowledge and contemplates how to invest. The advisor urges transparency, notes tax reporting on bank interest or securities, and suggests government savings bonds as avoiding current reports, while deeming safe deposits impractical.
A classified section advertises affordable want ads to connect buyers and sellers, offering a low cost way to generate business and reach local customers. It emphasizes quick placement and broad reach for small businesses and individuals.
A humorous LAFF A DAY quip ponders who among Mr. Rose Alexander Benson Charles or Addieby was asked to fetch the inept coworker. The strip plays on a misheard request and office names in a playful panel.
Greene Logan, an air force mess sergeant, testified his wife cooked only three meals for him in three years. The judge granted the divorce on Monday citing neglect and inadequate support as grounds.
President Kennedy praised Russia for publishing his Izvestia interview. He called it a marked step forward in American Soviet understanding and said it could lead to broader free communication between the two nations at all levels.
Notice states ALBERT'S INC. was incorporated under Chapter 321 Acts of the 58th General Assembly. Corporate existence began November 8, 1961, perpetual duration, unlimited powers to engage in any lawful business. Registered office 1120 1st Avenue East Cedar Rapids Iowa. Registered agent John L. Albert. Directors John L Albert and Elizabeth B Albert. President Elizabeth B Albert.
Mildred Achenbach is named Executrix of Milie Pose estate in Linn County Iowa on November 27 1961. Creditors must file claims in the Linn County District Court with attorney Carl Hendrickson.
In the District Court of Linn County Iowa notice is given that on December 8 1961 an instrument purporting to be the last will and testament of Frank M H late of the county deceased was presented for hearing at Cedar Rapids Court House for admission to probate. Melvin J McCalley Kubicek Novak and Kubicek Attorneys.
Notice states Gloria G. Myers has been appointed executrix of the estate of Ynaldo Jimenez, late of Linn County, Iowa, on November 27, 1961. Creditors and claimants are asked to file or settle debts with Robert E. Ford, attorney, in the Linn County District Court.
State of Iowa Linn County notice detailing the appointment on November 27 1961 of executors for the estate of M Stewart also known as Ernest M Stewart deceased. Creditors must file claims with the clerk of Linn County and pay debts promptly. Attorneys Silliman Gray Stapleton represent the executors.
Linn County Iowa district court announces the appointment of Y Johnson as Executrix and Aynend as Co-Administrator with Will Annexed for the estate of late Linn Sunt lows. Creditors must file claims with the court and the executors at the designated address. Lawrence & Crissman, Attorneys, Rapids Iowa, represent the executrix and co administrator.
State court in Linn County schedules hearing on December 7 1961 at 9:00 am for the admission of the instrument presented as last will and testament of Lester C Hall formerly of the county. Cedar Rapids November 27 1961 attorneys Fisher and Yarowsky.
On December 4 1961 at 9 00 am in Cedar Rapids Iowa a document purporting to the last will and testament of a deceased person was offered for probate in the District Court. The case docket lists Melvin Kubicek and Novak as attorneys for the petition.
Notice in district court of Iowa Linn County for probate of a will. Hearing date listed for proof and admission of the will before Kubicek Novak and Kubicek attorneys. Cedar Rapids location provided for the court proceeding.
The corporation Alberts East Inc is incorporated under Chapter 321 Acts of the 58th General Assembly. The existence began November 8 1961 and its duration is perpetual. It may engage in all lawful businesses and issue 10 shares of stock at no par value. Registered office at 1120 1st Avenue East Cedar Rapids Iowa with agent John L Albert. Directors listed are John L Albert and Elizabeth B Albert both of Cedar Rapids Iowa.
Notice states that on December 4, 1961 a will for George may be admitted to probate in the district court at Waterloo Rapids Iowa. Melvin J McCalley clerk of district court is handling the matter with attorneys O Rieley and Rosser.
A notice announces a special election in Bertram Town, Iowa on November 9, 1961 to approve an ordinance granting Iowa Electric Light and Power Company a twenty five year non exclusive franchise for generation and transmission of electricity within Bertram. The ordinance requires compliance with the National Electrical Safety Code and outlines construction, street obstruction rules, and public right to enter streets and public places for system installation and maintenance.
The town of Bertram moves to grant a franchise for transmission systems with grafted provisions. The ordinance requires grantee acceptance within sixty days and voter approval by majority of electors. Officials note costs for presenting the ordinance to voters and ensure operative status after publication.
Notice indicates Hazel Estes is appointed Executrix of Grace P. Blood, deceased, Linn County Iowa. Creditors are asked to file claims and debts to the undersigned attorney Lawrence and Crissman. The document dates from November 131 and references the Linn County District Court.
Notice is given that in November 1961 the undersigned appeared and filed as executors of the estate of Benjamin Dawson, deceased, of Linn County Iowa. Heirs and claimants are directed to present claims for immediate payment. any objections will be handled by Linn County Court. Connon Dorsihy, De in and Stanley ison, Sena.
The undersigned cites all persons with claims against the estate of the deceased. Interested parties must present authentic claims to the clerk by a stated date. Names listed include Habsan Paha Elliott, Shuttleworth and Inger.
Notice is given that the administration of the estate of Alma Costal of Linn County Iowa deceased has been opened and administrators Russell Ehrenberger and Joan Mendelson are authorized to settle debts names and claims against the will must be filed with the Clerk of Court immediately. Attorneys Crissman and peers circulate further details.
Public notice from Iowa City in 960s inviting bids for a city project described as construction of a garden or park facility. Bids authenticated with a five percent certified check payable to the city treasurer and must be submitted by a stated deadline to the city council chambers.
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