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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1937
Page
17
Chicago market notes hogs advanced on Friday as receipts were unexpectedly light at about 5,000 head. Prices rose to top margins around 112 with wholesale pork weak amid a 35 cent to 22 cent drop. Cattle and beef markets showed steady to soft trends as overall supplies remained tight and demand cautious.
Wilson & Co Hog Market reports higher bids with good demand for 160 to 260 pound hogs and steady to weaker grain markets. Cattle values show mixed results with choice yearling steers and medium to heavy feeder cattle trading at varying prices. feeders and cutters listed with ranges, while prime steers and sired stock reflect moderate gains amid fluctuating feed costs.
A scanned Cedar Falls market page lists prices for wheat oats rye barley corn soybeans hay and straw butterfat hens and cocks with weight categories and prices. Fruits vegetables and related produce including lemons oranges apples celery lettuce and potatoes are shown with assorted prices and units.
Reports from Chicago indicate Argentine wheat crops have been harmed by rains, dragging U S prices lower. Prices for winter wheat futures eased as traders anticipated softer demand and crop prospects in Argentina influencing market sentiment.
New York bond market shows a choppy session with Japanese issues retreating while others drifted. U.S. government and corporate obligations fluctuated within narrow ranges as few movers posted small gains or losses in a cautious trading day.
Ilowa City scheduling a special election on November 4 to determine funding and location for a new school building project. The notice lists proposed construction costs and outlines the process for voter approval and site designation.
A messy text reports a disturbance at a city hall area where revelers faced police after drinking. The account notes deputies responding, detentions, and a tense scene as bystanders attempted to calm the crowd.
An 81 year old Seattle resident pursues a claim to a title amid a quirky spree involving tinfoil and improvised salvage. The report notes his method of separating tinfoil from wrappers to keep debris minimal, with focus on his peculiar storage and handling habits.
In Prifasburg Indiana Herman Fuloner, 67, operated a new telecommunication device amid heavy traffic. A town scene unfolded as he attempted to retrieve a torn item and narrowly avoided danger. The episode reflects earlier vehicle safety concerns.
New York AP reports a quiet market session led by steel shares with gains to 2 points at best. Aviation and chemical stocks drew interest while many issues slipped. traders hesitated amid Washington's stance on international affairs and potential armament changes. Prominent movers included U S Steel Bethlehem Curtiss-Wright Chrysler GM Westinghouse Allied Chemical Sears Roebuck U S Rubber AT&T and Corn Products. Minor declines touched American Can Montgomery Ward Deere Oliver Farm JC Penney Union Carbide NY Central Pullman Western Union.
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Classified ads offer 25 or 40 percent savings for three or seven consecutive days with advance payment. Various businesses advertise moving services, watch repair, jewelry, loans, shirts, drugstore specials, and more. Claims include security tips, reward for ad misuse prevention, and multiple local vendor promotions in Cedar Rapids.
Various help wanted notices and employment services from The Gazette list openings for housework babysitting and farm work. Advertised roles include general housework experienced beauty operators dairy farming and wholesale building material warehouse work with contact box numbers and phone references. Also notices from employment agencies offer secretary shorthand and welding courses and a few personal job seekers look for farm or driving roles.
AP reports a fire devastated the Farmers' Cooperative elevator in Toss, with losses including more than 17 000 dollars and 12 000 bushels of oats. The owners intend to rebuild. Mississippi river stages noted for Davenport area with overflow concerns and various level readings.
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