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Newspaper
Creston Daily Advertiser
Location
Creston, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1925
Page
2
Wall Street steady as motor and accessory issues gain, public utilities and shippers rise. Speculation on rising trade and easy money rates suggests continued demand after the holidays. Presholiday profit taking trims late gains with Chrysler and Adams Express among leaders. total volume around 900,000 shares.
CAGO CASH GRAIN Oct 10 lists bid prices for wheat, corn, rye, barley and oats with multiple grades and percentages. Entries include No 2 and No 4 mixed corn around 80 percent, white and yellow kernels, rye none, barley at 62 to 77, oats at 15.77, and lambs/beans misread as ribs and belltes with prices around 16.50 and 18.2.
Omaha livestock receipts totalled 5,000 hogs down 15 to 25 cents with top at 11.85. Cattle receipts around 500 show fed steers and yearlings mostly steady with some grades weak to 25 cents lower. Sheep receipts about 2,000, feeding and breeding classes mostly 25 cents higher.
New York figures indicate clearing house banks and trust companies have excess reserves totaling $20,454. An overall rise of $41,987,780 compares to last week’s deficit of $21,632,990, marking a notable improvement in liquidity.
Fragmentary financial bulletin lists Liberty bonds and Treasury figures in New York trading, referencing amounts such as 1000, 1021, and 4% notes. It mentions US Treasury and market terms but readable details are limited in the damaged text.
Saint Louis cash grain markets report December wheat at 1.50 percent asked and May at 1.48. High corn for December at 75 and May 2075. Minneapolis flour prices rise 0.25 with family patents quoted at 8.25 per barrel, bran at 21.50 to 22.50.
A fragmented report details Board of Trade actions and weather impacts on crop yields. It notes wheat and corn price shifts for December and May contracts, production estimates, and market reactions to drought and harvest conditions. The text references the United States government reports and various price adjustments, indicating a cautious market stance.
Chicago livestock receipts reached 3,000 hogs with mixed demand and mostly steady to lower prices across weight classes. Cattle receipts totaled 1,000 with fed steers uneven and down. fat cows and bulls also declined while grain fed steers ranged 10.00 to 12.50. Sheep receipts hit 5,000 with fat lambs steady and sheep firm to higher. DME prices listed for lambs and feeders. Estimated next week hogs 145,000 and cattle 21,000 with total receipts around 88,000 for the period.
Market notes from Chicago New York and region show firm poultry and dressed poultry with varying price ranges for fowls and eggs. Butter and creamery product receipts and price marks move within typical spreads while live poultry shows weak freight conditions. Local arrivals include Mrs. John M. Walker of Hardin Mont visiting Orient, Nick Bousalis returning from St Joseph on business, and F Conway of Aurora Neb calling on friends after staying with Arthur Hand in Greenfield.
In a tense contest the Washington Senators won 4 to 3 over Pittsburgh. Key moments included Cuyler’s early two base hit for Pittsburgh, a late rally by Washington, and McCormick ruling Myer out at a crucial moment. The crowd cheered Mrs. Coolidge as the game swung on errors and timely hits.
Algona area farmers oppose a planned open season on tamed pheasants effective Oct 20. Landowners refuse hunting access on their properties and officials report widespread resistance. Many farmers fear crop damage and seek to deter hunting on highways.
Miss Mayme Mackin entertained Friday evening with the force of the Store of Fashion at her home 701 West Jefferson street. The Hallo ween party featured moon decorations and games of music and bridge followed by dainty refreshments served by the hostess.
Afternoon at the Mraft North Pine Street featured Mrs E J Giles as hostesses with friends and refreshments. The event included games and socializing as guests, including Mrs Paul Teus, enjoyed a cordial gathering in a Cr pesentation setting.
Harmony club members spent Friday afternoon at Mrs James Patton's 219 West Montgomery Street playing bridge. Mrs J K Donovan earned honors amid a dainty luncheon. Evening at Mr and Mrs Haney 5 North Division street featured seven bridge tables. First prizes went to Mrs T P Roberts, Mr Fred Luteo, Carl Nort and Westerman, with Milligan Bell and Baker as consolation. Home decorated for Halloween and a light lunch closed the evening.
Mr. and Mrs. P. W. Benton of Stanton Iowa announce the birth of a daughter on Friday October 9 at the home of Mrs. Benton's parents Mr. and Mrs. Olaf Friedburg located at 202 South Jarvis Street.
Des Moines reports Iowa Missouri Valley football teams moved into conference play with Drake and Ames facing Kansas squads while Grinnell met Minnesota. Kansas Aggies and Drake aids helped dedicate the new Drake stadium amid rain and injuries. Ames aimed to inaugurate a new stadium at Iowa State and the town celebrated the addition.
The War Department released a letter from Acting Secretary Davis commending Maj. Gen. George B Duncan, retiring as Commandant of the seventh war area based in Omaha, noting his accomplishments in war and peace. The action follows unconfirmed charges by Col. R B MacRorie, with department officials saying the allegations did not warrant investigation. Also mentioned is Mrs. KL Pinckney of Ames visiting relatives.
A string of residents from Grand River Katie township Orient Red Oak and nearby areas spent Friday in Creston for business matters and social visits. A. G. Brammer Mrs Gladys Simpson Mrs Mark McCracken and others were seen shopping and visiting friends and relatives across Creston and nearby towns.
A cluttered page lists multiple rental offers and help wanted ads. Entries include two furnished rooms on Mill s and Pine streets, a four room rental on South Park Street, a six room modern house at West End, and farm helpers sought by Adams Pickett. Also notices seeking maids, a good Ford coupe, and home rental requests from a young couple. Public contact numbers and addresses accompany each listing.
Miss Margaret Tramp arrived Friday from Des Moines where she attends Lake University to spend the week at the home of her parents Mr and Mrs L Tramp at 604 N Cedar Street.
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