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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1939
Page
9
In New York on June 23 buyers took a chance on selected issues as selling dried to a trickle. Investors eyed specialty shares as dealers reported light selling and modest gains across several listings.
Bonds firmed late after an early decline as brokers cited optimism about business prospects and a hoped for government lending program. Total activity reached 5.28 million dollars with 477,610 shares trading, supported by gains in International Petroleum, Lockheed, American Gas & Electric and Aluminum Ltd amid mixed sentiment on Europe and the auto industry.
The Boston wool market reports very light sales by the USDA with most offerings consisting of old lots. Prices show mixed lot bids and futures bids. spot good French combing wools steady around 65 cents per pound scoured, with grease prices near 30 cents to 65 cents for differing grades.
New York June 23 Cotton futures closed 12 to 15 higher. July at 9.47, October 8.80 to 8.81, December 8.55, January 8.44, March 8.36. Beet Tormbeediddling 9.97 nom, ly n-Nominal.
An AFL CIO harmony session at union headquarters 1442 Capitol Street created a joint committee to unite labor groups in Charleston district West Virginia. Members include Frank A Rebhan S H Welch M Fancher Ward G McGinnis R C Dills Everette Summers Laurence Kideroski Harold Bias and Everette Summers. The committee aims to direct labor unity across the state and support the Charleston Laundry strike plus any future actions.
Huntington reports Thelma Thomas 32 formerly of Dunbar and Dunbar now of Long Beach California died after a car she drove collided with a truck. She trained as a nurse in town and was born in Dunbar. The death was attributed to the injuries from the Tuesday collision.
Salable hogs 5,000 with 260 lb hogs down, tops at 7.15. Cattle 500 and calves 300 with light steers 8.50 to 9.50 and beef cows 6.50 to 7.00. Vealers 9.50 to 10.00, weighty bulls 7.50. Sheep 2,000 with lambs weak to 25 lower and spring lambs steady to easier. native spring lambs 10.00 to 10.25, top 10.60. old crop lambs 17.75 to 18.00. slaughter owes 2.00 to 3.25.
Produce demand moderates with apples listed at 1.00 to 2.00 per bushel. potatoes about steady with 100 lb sacks up to 2.00. butter steady with various scores and prices. eggs cheese and poultry steady. Dry goods prices show grey goods up with limited activity and rising rayon interest. woolen sales boosted by fall line bookings. carrots center around 22 to 23 cents per pound.
In New York on June 23 Associated Press reports coffee futures drifting lower as Santos drops 4 to 5 points on 11,500 bags sold, Old Rio slips up to 3 points on 750 bags, and Rio falls 2 to 4 on 250 bags traded. March 4.38 and spot coffee steady.
Herbert Agar of Louisville described national political conventions as large scale vaudeville shows that foster cynicism toward democracy. He urged citizens at Harvard Phi Beta Kappa exercises to elevate political tone and engage in government to sustain democracy.
West Side progresses on the Burlew Magnolia stretch and Park Burley section with completion expected next week. Col C P Fortney says fair weather will allow Stellhorn Beightler machines to finish the fill crossing and start subgrading at Court Street, while uprooting the old main and pole removal limit work. East Virginia Street work plans center lane forms from Duffy to mid 1500 block as McHugh brothers set forms next week, with water and gas firms advancing ahead.
C. L. Coffman of Newell remained in a coma last night at Charleston General Hospital after his car collided with an oil truck on Witcher's Creek road yesterday morning. Trooper M. A. Murphy said the car was demolished.
C. C. Clark, a Carbide worker, walking home from work last night, was struck by a car near Stop 8 on the St. Albans road. An ambulance took him to Kanawha Valley hospital with a compound fracture of the left leg.
New York report June 23 notes nervousness over anticipated quotas by the International Sugar Council fueling profit taking in world sugar futures. Domestic futures eased on liquidation and hedging while trade and Cuban demand provided offset. Refined sugar held at 4.45 to 4.50 cents.
In the Southern District of West Virginia the bankruptcy petitioner William Francis Akers of Charleston Kanawha County asks the court to grant him a full discharge from debts provable under bankruptcy acts. A hearing is set for July 15 1939 in Charleston. creditors will be notified by mail.
West Virginia Kanawha County notices announce divorce actions in Ozell Rife v Marshall Rife with hearings set for July 1939. Special Commissioner John E Amos schedules testimony in Charleston and a judicial sale of property in South Charleston on July 11 1939 following a chancery decree and executrix process.
Court notice of a real estate sale in Kanawha County West Virginia describing Lot One in Block D-2 of South Charleston bounded 25 feet on D Street and 120 feet to an alley. The property was formerly conveyed to O O Cooper and S B Thomas by Roxy A James and C H James in 1917. Terms require cash on sale day. Special Commissioner W C McKee and I M H Hix confirm bond and decree.
Roy B. Rollins trustee announces sale of W E Stogdon and I L Stogdon land in Poca District Kanawha County at the courthouse east front door at 10 a.m. on July 18 1939. The 34 acre parcel with improvements is described in Trust Deed Book 199 page 441 and is subject to unpaid taxes and assessments with purchaser to pay.
Special Commissioners will sell at public auction July 15 1939 at 3 00 P M the house and lot in Pratt Kanawha County West Virginia near the C and O Railroad station. The property spans one third acre and traces to John Nugen and Belle Nugen by will and deed records. Terms are cash in hand. Bond of 2000 on commissioners has been executed.
Notice announces two property sales under trusteeship in Kanawha County WV. First sale by F B Shannon Trustee July 7 1939 at 10 AM at the east front door of the Court House Charleston covers Lot 198 Burlew Heights with lot lines described and subject to a prior trust deed. second sale July 25 1939 at 10 AM in Kanawha County features Lot 19 Block 15 West Charleston Company Addition with cash terms and tax caveats.
The Charleston Gazette lists ad policies and rates for want ads in Charleston West Virginia with deadlines, display line counts, and minimum charges. It covers classifications, credit terms, errors, and right to edit, plus a detailed rate table and index categories.
A new issue guide titled Consult This Directory of Progressive Concerns offers residents a curated list of topics and resources. It highlights local organizations and campaigns, inviting civic engagement and informed voting in upcoming community forums.
Experienced colored woman for care of child, cooking and light housework. Health card and references. Call 26-866 after 4 p. m. Women under 40 with educational background and car for demonstration teaching work. Excellent summer or permanent position. Call Mr. Cornelius, Hotel Kanawha, Saturday evening or Sunday. Slightly used Maytag freezer 185 Summers Phone 37-933
Classified notice from Morgantown WV offering lawn mower sharpening and electric saw filing by Bob Nicol. Also advertises printing and social printing services, envelopes printed with name and address for $1.00. Includes address and contact details for Mountainier Press.
The State Road Commission of West Virginia invites sealed proposals for multiple road projects across Cabell, Fayette, Gilmer, Kanawha, Logan, McDowell, Randolph, Wayne, and Zeca counties. Bids due July 5, 1939, with certified checks required. projects cover base repairs and surface treatment on secondary roads and bridges, plans obtainable from the Resident Engineer or Charleston office. The commission reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
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