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Newspaper
Greeley Daily Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1956
Page
3
Fragments of used car listings and trailers dominate the page with prices, model notes, and contact numbers. Several entries mention autos, Chevrolet Edom, and various trailer ads, including maintenance and parts offerings.
Market report covers cattle, calves, hogs, and lambs with steady to higher bids. Reports strong demand for prime beef, canners and cutters mixed, with feeders sought after and general trade active. Prices given for various classes including steers, heifers, cows, vealers, and lambs, noting regional comparisons and market tone.
Grain markets show mixed movement with July wheat easing after a firm start as harvest runs resume in the southwest. July soybeans jump sharply, oil complex steadies, and corn holds gains amid hedging and supportive overnight prices.
Wall Street traded softly in the interim session with prices down about 2 points and few gains. Estimated 1.5 million shares changed hands as steel and motor stocks led activity while most major groups showed small losses, keeping the market near yearly lows.
Greeley’s Heath and Meeker junior high schools held separate graduation ceremonies Tuesday night, totaling 258 graduates with 164 from Meeker and 93 from Heath. Meeker’s diplomas were presented by Principal Barnaul Bryan, with Wendell Wilson assisting, and other staff distributing certificates. Obvious ceremony details include invocations, welcome remarks, musical performances by ninth grade bands, and closing speeches by Rev. John T. Collins and Rev. Ben C. Erickson.
West Germany's government now allows free import of American chewing gum, signaling a shift in consumer goods policy. The change follows long-standing trade restrictions affecting cross border purchases and reflects broader economic ties between the two nations.
The Senate confirmed Fred A. Seaton to be Secretary of the Interior by unanimous vote after approval by the Senate Interior Committee. Democratic Leader Lyndon B. Johnson and Republican Leader Knowland praised the appointment as the cabinet move was quickly approved following a brief discussion.
President Eisenhower discussed preferred vacation altitude lower than Colorado, noting altitude not a factor in heart attacks per a physician, possibly Dr. Paul White. He also spoke on congressional bills, Panama Conference attendance in June, and willingness to a panel physical exam. A stray line mentions Argentina and a steel mill project at a deepwater Panama River site.
Robert Rotthaus was installed as president for 1958 57 at the annual Ladies Night dinner in Greeley. Walter Balh officiated. other officers named include George Teters and John Garvey. National Quality awards were presented to eight local underwriters based on service quality. Robert Link of Colorado Springs spoke on life insurance advantages. Forty six underwriters and spouses attended. the local association is affiliated with the NA SA and promotes ethical standards and legislation in underwriting.
Stork Express reports the birth of a daughter to Afr and Mrs Marcello Munoz of Windsor at Weld County General Hospital on Wednesday January. The Whittman couple northwest of Greeley announce the adoption of a daughter born April 27 named Laurie Susan. The Whittmans also have a son, Timothy Allen, 24%.
Ira Sides JP Court sentences Lawrence Waller to 15 days in county jail plus $4.10 costs for petty larceny after guilty verdict. Weller accused of leaving a Bennett Anderson filling station without paying $4.50. Sheriff broadcast patrol led to Weller’s custody. prior prison terms noted. Also mentions Arapahoe County assessor Ira Van Dreal appeal and Blue River-South Platte water conservancy district case. Pretrial conference set for June 15 and petitions hearing for June 12.
President Eisenhower urged Congress to approve foreign aid funding. House Democratic leadership split with Speaker Rayburn backing a plan to restore 600 million dollars, while Chairman Richards of the Foreign Affairs Committee supported the committee’s 1.109 billion cut from the aid bill.
William D. Rea and Jackie W. Ring, both of Greeley, Billie Eugene Wilcox of Liman and Shirley Anse Miller of Greeley. Vernon John Spencer of Aurora and Catherine Elisabeth Carney of Greeley.
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