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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1962
Page
2
Chicago AP cattle and hog report shows 6000 hogs traded with butchers 50 cents lower amid ample supply. Slaughter steers steady to 25 cents higher with loads of prime and high choice offerings on 1100 to 1350 lb cattle. Sheep and lambs mostly steady with spring slaughter lambs 20.50 to 21.00 and ewes 4.00 to 5.50.
UPI reports Bar rows gilts and sows steady to 25 cents lower than Thursday. Friday receipts estimated at 50 000 versus 49 000 week ago and 54 000 year ago with 60 000 on Thursday. Butchers and sow price ranges listed by weight band.
UPI dispatch shows steady price ranges for cattle by weight in Waterloo. Prices vary from 160 to 400 pounds with bids from about 13.50 to 17.50 per hundredweight, including multiple weight brackets and updated quotes.
Omaha cattle prices show light demand with 1 500 cattle and 150 calves listed. Few steers or heifers offered, limiting price testing and market activity.
Sioux City livestock report notes calves at 750 with supply inadequate for demand, signaling tight market conditions and cautious price outlook for calf buyers and sellers.
Prices at the Cedar Rapids hog market were steady to a quarter lower on Friday with Thursday's figures ranging 16.50 to 17.50 and a few at 17.65. Most 1s and 2s sold 17.00 to 17.50 delivered at the plant, while packers priced by weight groups below 300 and higher groups saw reductions.
Detectives investigated Friday the theft of two pistols from Eugene Robertson’s truck at 2315 Sixteenth Street NE. Stolen were a .22 and a .38 caliber pistol with two holsters, ammunition for both calibers, and a belt for the .22. Robertson reported discovering the loss Thursday afternoon.
On September 27 1962 James Porter Jarard of Linn County Iowa was appointed and qualified as executor of Greta Jarard estate. All creditors must present claims to the clerk of Linn County District Court Iowa.
Stocks held gains in slow New York trading with an estimated 2.9 million shares changing hands. Major averages rose while several key names including Allied Chem, Kroger, General Electric and Motorola are listed among active issues, with notable moves or quotes scattered across the listed blue chips.
Keith Colton age four was struck by a car while running from a driveway at 522 Thirty-third Street. He sustained abrasions to the head back and hips and was taken to St Luke's hospital for observation. Driver was identified as Ralph R Fitzgerald of 1000 Twelfth Street Marion.
The justice ministry announced that Benjack Cage, a Texas tycoon who fled to Brazil in 1959 to avoid extradition, has been granted Brazilian citizenship after being sentenced to 10 years for an $8 million Dallas insurance swindle. Cage, once an insurance salesman, led a company with assets as high as $18 million and now resides in Sao Paulo.
The government pursues civil contempt over criminal action against Gov. Ross Barnett to avoid a jury trial and focus on coercing compliance with court orders. Civil contempt can imprison until obedience is achieved, with no fixed jail term, while criminal contempt risks a jury verdict and harsher limits. The aim is Barnett’s compliance, not punishment.
Wheat closed unchanged to higher as Friday's action showed uneven demand. Corn and rye were steady to lower while oats and soybeans fluctuated with mixed gains and losses. Initial wheat buying from short covering gave way to selling pressure on the rally.
Chicago market notes list cash prices for grains and oil seeds with soybeans and oats. Wheat corn and soy pear sales are not listed. Oats No 2 extra heavy white and soybean oil prices appear with barley malting and feed values.
AP reports wholesale duties on butter ease and eggs show irregular pricing with lower to higher ranges. Potatoes arrivals and supply demand noted, with regional price points in Idaho Washington and Wisconsin and U S shipment totals.
Investors’ Guide notes First National City Bank figures show 1961 net profits as a percent of net assets: paper and allied products 8 percent across 78 companies, iron and steel 6.4 percent from 72 firms. Overall manufacturing averaged 10.1 percent, with drugs at 19.7 percent and building equipment at 4.5 percent. The article cautions asset use varies by company. high returns may mean different efficiency.
Washington AP report says Americans will smoke 497.5 billion cigarets this year spending a record $6.88 billion for them according to the agriculture department forecast Friday.
Iowa Electric Light and Power Co of Cedar Rapids told New York security analysts at India House that its service area has seen substantial industrial and commercial growth. The company cited a 43 percent rise in gross revenues since 1957 and a 23 percent population increase in its service area per the 1960 census, with 40 percent of Iowa retail business in counties where it operates.
Des Moines Iowa United Press International report says the legislative tax study committee will explore a package bill to raise revenue for education and reduce local property taxes. Senator Irving Long proposed the package and asked the attorney general to rule on its legality. The panel has not fixed which tax increases to include, though a one cent sales tax hike is the most popular option.
An overnight rainstorm washed dirt onto the tracks derailing a passenger train near Naples. Thirteen passengers were injured but none severely hurt.
Five steel industry executives accepted no contest pleas in a price fixing and bid rigging case involving forgings. Judge Sylvester Ryan set Oct 25 for sentencing, with maximum penalties of one year in prison and $50,000 fines per defendant. Defendants include leaders from Erie Bethlehem U.S. Steel and related firms and their sales chiefs.
The administration will submit to Congress a narcotics and drug abuse bill. A presidential committee will craft the measure led by Atty. Gen. Kennedy. Proposals include mandatory civil commitment for drug addicts with a parole system for rehabilitation.
The state department said five or six former World War II lend-lease merchant ships lent to the Soviet Union have carried cargo to Cuba. Russia has not paid for the ships and refuses to return them. Of 121 ships sent, 96 remained after the war, nine later returned, and three were reported lost by the Soviets.
A 16 year old youth, Thomas Williams, was found dead in a home refrigerator northeast of Greenfield. Deputy Coroner J L Pasco said the death appears to be self inflicted by suffocation and investigators seek motives. The body was discovered by his 15 year old brother Robert after returning from school. Food and trays were found on the kitchen floor and table.
The undersigned on September 27, 1962, appointed Alma Mason as executor of the estate of the late Oo. 29498 in Linn County Iowa. All debts must be paid to the executor. Claims must be filed with the Clerk of Linn County District Court. Don Alva Mason is the executor and Warren Ackley is the attorney.
State of Iowa Linn County ss. qualified as Executrix of the estate of Rudolph J Hurka late of Linn County. Will be duly authenticated in the Clerk of Linn County Iowa District Court Dora A Hurka Executrix Chas L Benesh Attorney.
Notice announces Alvin C. Wurzer of Linn County Iowa appointed executor of estate No 29483 on September 20, 962. Creditors must immediate pay outstanding debts and claimants must file authenticated claims with the Linn County Clerk. Attorneys Kubicek Novak Kapicek handle the matter.
Notice from Linn County Iowa states the page signed has been validated as Executor of the estate of Kia Pulkrab, deceased. All persons indebted to the estate must render their claims duly authenticated. Court and attorneys Kubicek Novak Kubicek listed.
Linn County Zoning Commission schedules a public hearing at 1 30 p m on October 15 1962 in Cedar Rapids Iowa Room 103 Linn County Courthouse to consider Richard Max Herrmann petition for a special permit to burn all truck bodies on described property in Section 24 83 8. The notice invites interested parties to be heard.
The City Council of Cedar Rapids Iowa will hold a public hearing at 10 00 A M on September 18 1962 in City Hall Council Chambers to consider a parcel description along Southland Street SW and Haven Court SW and the disposition thereof to Herbert M Shepard and Mary L Shepard The notice is issued under city and state law and published September 28 and October 7
Barbara Jean Farr seeks an absolute divorce from Maurice R. Farr in Linn County District Court Cedar Rapids Iowa. She asks for sole ownership of marital property and permanent custody of Tracee Farr, citing three years of desertion and no contact, with publication notices dated September 21 October 28 and October 5 1962.
Notice of appointment of Anthony R. Scolaro as executor for the estate of Essie D. Hansen late of Linn County Iowa deceased. All indebted persons must promptly settle with the executor or attorney. Anthony R. Scolaro, Attorney.
State of Iowa Linn County announces the appointment of George Rudish as Executor for the estate of Anna Pospisil of Linn County. All creditors must present their claims to the Clerk of Linn County District Court. notification to the executor via M L Nathanson, attorney.
State of Iowa Linn County is signed as Administrator of the estate of Elizabeth Marie Merritt deceased. All persons indebted to said estate must make immediate payment to the undersigned. Those having claims will file them authenticated in the office of the Clerk of Linn County District Court. Albert F. Shank Administrator Merle Fishel Attorney.
The undersigned is named Executrix of the estate of John H Stark of Linn County Iowa. The notice dated the 13th day is filed in district court. Shuttleworth Ingersoll attorneys listed.
Notice announces the appointment of Frank Holder as Administrator of the Frances Lee estate in Linn County Iowa on September 13 1962. The Clerk of Linn County Iowa District Court records the appointment and invites creditors to file claims through lawyer Robert C Nelson.
Linn County Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing at 1 30 p m Sunday in October 1962 at the Cedar Rapids courthouse on a petition by Marvin F and Johann F Piower and DeWees Potthoff Stone Co seeking a special permit to operate a limestone quarry on described parts of Sections 36 84 6 36 86 6 and 1 6 in Linn County Iowa The hearing provides opportunity for all interested parties to be heard and the notice is given as required by law
City Council of Cedar Rapids Iowa proposes a Resolution of Necessity to improve by constructing a sanitary sewer on streets including 24th Avenue SE 23rd Avenue SE Thompson Street SE and Riverview Street SE. Public hearing scheduled October 22 1962 at 10 am in Council Room with written objections accepted until hearing.
State of Iowa Linn County notice states Marilyn L Cah l Vahl has been appointed administratrix of the estate of Joseph O Bigger late of Linn County Iowa deceased on September 20 1962. All creditors check with Fisher and Pickens Attorneys for claims.
In Linn County Iowa Mrs Gerald Thomas files against Thomas Hendrickson for 1500 note due 1 March 1962 with 5 percent interest. Plaintiff seeks 1250 plus interest and costs and may obtain judgment if defendant fails to appear by 29 October 1962. Attorneys Lynch Dallas Smith Harman Cedar Rapids Iowa represent plaintiff.
Notice from Cedar Rapids Iowa City Council details a proposed Resolution of Necessity for concrete paving on multiple streets including Elmhurst Drive Northeast and Ozark Street Northeast. Hearing set for October 22 1962 with objections due by then. notices published September 28 and October 5.
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