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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1932
Page
10
New York December 11 The stock market opened steady with subdued activity and slight price firmness. Major groups showed little movement as investors balanced cautious sentiment with measured demand, while several leaders including steel and oil issues posted modest gains or held steady.
The 1828 Tennessee race pitted Democrat Robert L. Taylor against Republican A. A. Taylor, brothers whose feud featured a campaign labeled Our Bob and Alf. The brothers reportedly clashed over federal policy while maintaining familial affection, with a remembered rivalry likened to the War of the Roses. Robert K. won later, with the Republican opponent claiming the governorship.
Trade trends show a tentative rally in copper and silk as buyers cover positions and manufacturers adjust distribution. Copper prices soften to about 4.00 cents a pound, while domestic markets hold near five cents per pound, reflecting cautious demand after an international conference failure.
The ad page lists showings at the Kearse wort Rialto Greenbrier Capitol and Virginian. Notable names include Clive Brook Loretta Young Irene Dunn Richard Barthelmess Walter Huston and May Whitlock with varied dramas comedies and newsreels.
The Ansovisted Press reports a moderate market rise with about 190,000 shares traded today versus 450,000 last Friday. Utilities and power stocks led gains while some industrials and Electric Sands dipped. United Tights Power A advanced on news of a stock exchange swap.
Live stock prices and ranges released for hogs and pigs, cattle, sheep, and lambs with weights and quality grades. Includes fattening hogs, slaughter pigs, packing pigs, heifers, cows, bulls, calves, lambs, and yearling wethers with price ranges and common to choice quality levels. The report lists extensive price quotes for feedlot and market cattle and sheep, reflecting a bustling midwinter trading session.
Grain markets show wheat trading at quick profits, with prices rising then slipping. Corn weakens slightly as weather worsens livestock feeding, while provisions vary, reflecting mixed demand and winter conditions. Treasury receipts for December show totals and duties amid ongoing fiscal measures.
The report lists varied cattle and hog prices with weights from 100 to 959 pounds and several price ranges. It notes market slowdowns, mixed demand for steers and heifers, and price movements across regions including Lancaster Pa with totals and averages for hogs and cattle.
New York December 13 bonds led the market spotlight with U S government and foreign debt trading in the final hour. Domestic corporate issues showed mixed gains while issues from Baltimore Chile Alleghany and Mobile Ohio posted notable moves amid general steady activity and sector strength.
AP reports Colgar Palmer & Paet Co begins a program to renovate plants to raise employment and expand capacity while using low prices for machinery. Weekly business failures total $84, down slightly from last year. Regu Antelopa Mines notes copper leaders expect no US reentry. Antelope and Rhodesian producer seeks higher output, signaling sector shifts.
Dec 19 report quotes Dreseed poultry, live and frozen prices by item and grade. Estimates for turkeys ducks chickens and fowl cover fresh and frozen stock, weights, grades, and pack types with regional variations and private store sales noted.
Fragmented market notes reference percent rates and commodity terms, mentioning December dates, associations, and merchants. Named entities are garbled, but items hint at price movements, banking terms, and commercial actions without coherent narrative or identifiable subjects.
Richwood high school honored 1933 captain Alltop and 17 seniors at a banquet attended by parents. Alltop, veteran left guard, described for his all around versatile play helping secure captaincy. Flavia Perkins named student manager as other awards and toasts followed.
The event features Pesek tossing Arn srl over the ropes while landing among paying fans. Russell proclaims Pesek the greatest wrestler, recalling past bouts with Londes and Lewis. Charlie Paters wins in the semi final substitute slot, with Binger Martin achieving a decisive win after a rough exchange with Cleve Welch. The report, dated December in New York, covers the match unfoldings, crowd reactions, and brief boxing notes including local market prices for apples, butter, poultry, and turkey.
A fragmented financial note from the Associated Press describes slightly improved but inconsistent market activity. It mentions Cuban oil inputs, fluctuating refinery indicators, credit balances, and shipment figures, with scarce concrete details due to damaged OCR. The passage hints at trade tensions and variable demand with no clear outcome.
At the annual college football banquet in Huntington Ohio Marvin Wooley of West Liverpool was chosen as next year’s captain. Woodley a guard will be a starter next season. Sixteen letters were awarded at the banquet.
Roy Sweeney won the billiard tournament last night with a score of 68 to 7 against Martin, while Phil Goodsin was to face Clyde East in a handicap duel tonight. The match details were unclear due to garbled text.
Richwood high school plans its basketball season with five lettermen returning and eight from last year plus five new players. The roster includes Sting, Spring, Wolverton, Young, Brown, Dettamore, Pollen, Roberts, Ochlettes, Alltop, Rogers, Thorpe, Mortis, and TLandacre, along with newcomers Gatpar Jason Hannah Hinkle and Marsh. The squad aims for a strong start as 20 candidates reduce to 16 before opening games. The annual Slumml frolic marks the season start.
Trade talks center on George Davis and outfielder Glenn Spencer moving to Philadelphia, with Augustin Dugas and Pittsburgh outfielder joining Pirates as cash changes hands. Lindstrom’s long Giants tenure and 1920s highs frame the debated blockbuster, while Lindstrom’s shift to an outfield bat boosts Pittsburgh’s quest for a hard hitting lineup.
Wildcats edge opponents in a close game with strong defense and late decisive plays. Key contributors include a standout performance from a leading scorer and solid team defense sealing the win on the road.
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