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Newspaper
Greeley Daily Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1956
Page
8
A crowded ledger of commodity quotes shows fluctuating prices in Denver markets for eggs, butter, hogs, cattle, and grain. Farmers report steady demand with mixed wholesale buying, while beef and lamb prices move within narrow ranges and grain futures hint at cautious buying.
Republican caucuses set for Weld County on Monday to select 1185 delegates across precincts with arrangements posted in each precinct. County chair Martin Fight announced locations times and the county assembly will choose officials and delegates for state and district assemblies in July and August.
Chicago trading on the Board of Trade saw a firm start fade as bread grain fell up to two cents while overall dealings stayed active. Heavy cash receipts and fears of large term supplies prompted selling even as wheat showed weakness. Oats rose notably on the price movement.
Wall Street in a mixed session with aluminum and rail shares rising. The market saw pivotal stocks fluctuating fractions to around a point while volume lagged Friday at about 100,000 shares versus Thursday's roughly 1,000,000.
Fr V Akere is the contact for Civil Service examinations related to tabulating equipment and machine operators, supervision, abulation project planning, and tabulation planning at window 5 of the post office.
Army testimony before a Senate subcommittee warns that a full scale nuclear act against the Communist world could cause several hundred million deaths from radioactivity. Lt Gen James M Gavin says casualties would extend beyond the Red zone as winds spread fallout.
Corrected market list shows Wheat at 1.72 dollars per bushel and Barley at 2.00. Pinto beans and butter prices noted, with egg and poultry categories including Leghorn and Hyline hens, colored hens, colored fryers, and turkey entries. Prices and units listed in pounds, dozens, and thousands as per old market format.
A long list of patients admitted on Thursday June 28 at Weld County General includes Thomas McDaniel of 1211 Fourth Street and Alvin Hoth of Rout 1 along with many others from Windsor Milwaukee Yuma and Evans. Dismissals include Mrs Luis A. Trugp and daughter Peatteville and Mrs Allen Iwata and daughter 4105 Seventh Street among numerous others.
Hubert Alartines admitted cutting six tires on two cars near the State Armory last Saturday night. Judge Ira Sides ordered 180 days in county jail with suspension on restitution of 120 dollars and payment of fine and costs, pending payment. Three younger boys, ages 14, 13, and 11, were sent to juvenile authorities. Tires valued at 120 dollars on a Chevrolet owned by Ralph Craven and two tires worth 30 on Benito Benavidez’s car were damaged. Police investigated by Officers Timken and Figuhes.
A San Dingo California Police Court list shows Henry A Todd charged with drunkenness for 13.50 dollars, James W Irons at Ninth Ave with careless driving for 8.50, Richard Greenwalt of Eaton speeding 13.50, Toanita Aten cio Route 2 careless driving 13.59, Tra B Calkins 324 Pourth Ave reckless delving 50, Orvil Prater Louisville Kentucky drunk 15.30, Cruz M Fierro Kersey drank 13.50 plus assault and battery 30, Frank A Williams Windsor careless driving 13.50, Oscar A Karl 2335 Sixth Street careless driving, Thomas E Bonner 222 Fenth avenir court careless driving 33.50, Robert D Sealey 37 Fifth Street careless driving not guilty, Ed CG Sharp 1117 Fifth Street careless driving 40, Jack Wollnick 824 Fourth Ave drunk 14.20.
Deb Copen haver of Post Falls Idaho, last year’s world saddle bronc champion, was thrown by Sosy Creek Tele after several jumps, failing to place. Gene Tyler of Yakima Washington and John Hawkins of Manhattan Beach California led the saddle bronc as Rodeo Cowboy Association events opened. Ross Martin of Uvalde Texas won calf roping in 11.91 seconds.
Retired farmer William R Hockley died Friday morning at a Platteville convalescent home where he had been a patient for two years. Born December 22, 1883 in Maquoketa Iowa he lived in Green in Platteville much of his life and was a longtime member of the TOOF lodge. Surviving are six children, two daughters in law, 25 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Funeral services will be announced by Basys.
Defense official Dodge and comptroller discuss a 1934 funds reserve tactic and preliminary reviews showing potential to curb outlays. Wilson testifies to Senate, cautioning against excessive military strength while noting a disputed $1 billion air force funding increase.
Merchants favor long term off street parking near downtown with a Lincoln Park site explored to add parking. A sketch was ordered and landscaping discussed to beautify the park while potential savings on a park lot purchase were noted. Officials projected parking meter revenue could fund future parking facilities and merchant finance of land acquisition was proposed. Churchill named citizen of honor at Cap Marine France during vacation.
George A. Starbird, former Greeley resident and president of Meletron Corporation, visits Los Angeles with relatives at 4309 Ninth Avenue. He discusses aerospace ties, with plant nearby amid Douglas, Lockheed, Northrop and North American factories, noting over 200 employees and hydraulic gear used in aircraft and a future satellite project planned for 1957.
Congress sent a defense appropriation to President Eisenhower totaling 34.6567 billion dollars for the coming year. The bill, approved by the House 7957 after a Senate endorsement, directs Air Force spending on heavy bombers and weapons while warning against wasteful use of funds.
Colorado Governor Johnson said the Fryingpan-Ackins project will likely pass the Senate but may fail in the House before Congress adjourns July 25. He voiced optimism about securing federal defense highway access to the Continental Divide and noted Colorado and Utah lawmakers are pushing the project despite House hurdles.
We express sincere gratitude to friends and neighbors for sympathy during our bereavement. Thanks to the Night Circle of First Baptist Church and the Odd Fellows lodge No 13 and the D U A F. White, Jp. and Famiz, A. I. Lent and family, Kitteran family.
Reed Tires Inc opened at 1624 Eight Avenue offering new and retread tires and repair services. The celebration runs Friday and Saturday with sales of all tire sizes, stock U S Royal tires, and displays a massive 2,500 pound tire for demonstration. Reed promotes livestock and truck equipment prizes at the event.
Joe Mason jailed at Durango after claiming his 18 year old son Jess was shot when he tried to stop a fight with his brother Ireland. District Attorney Irvin L. Mason said the elder Joe later admitted firing a rifle at Jess behind the left ear outside a shack on the Ed Kennedy ranch, about 11 miles west and 11 miles south of Durango. No charges filed yet.
Rep. Daw son, a Black Democrat, says he will fight the antisegregation amendment in the $1 billion school construction bill. He argues federal aid to education is vital and predicts heated debate as leaders work to keep the amendment out. The House moves toward amendments after the break, with potential veto by the Senate filibuster looming.
The Northers Weed County Certified Potato Growers Association announces a stockholders meeting at Eaton Town Hall on September 1, 1953 to amend corporate bylaws. Quorum requires more than two thirds of outstanding shares. All debts are paid. Signed by Alvin L. Dorsey president and Harold C. Swanson secretary with corporate seal.
Mrs Stella Yager 63 formerly of Greeley died Friday morning at Weld County General Hospital after a brief stay. Born July 15 1892 in Indiana she lived in Greeley about 20 years. Survived by husband Jess five children Lloyd Leonard Betty Mace and Marcella Lant two brothers a sister and 11 grandchildren Funeral services will be announced by Macys.
A notice from administrator A. Hankina of the Weld County estate summarizes that on August 6, 1556, he will present accounts for final settlement in the county court. Interested parties may appear to object to the administration and distribution of paid estate.
Notice issued June 2 1236 by administrator for estate of A B White Deceased Weld County Colorado warns creditors to file claims within six months or be barred. Includes attorneys names ADAH WW SOWS DOROTHEA W KUETER and dates June 1 July 18 20. Also notices dissolution of Tobin and Masterson Hospital partnership in Creedy Colorado with William C Tobin and Kenneth G Vantacson as parties.
The Board of Education has filed the proposed budget for the 1955-1956 fiscal year at 93,1987 and will hold a special meeting at Buell School on June 30 at 7:30 PM to consider it. The budget is available for public inspection in the County Superintendent of Schools office, and objections may be registered before final adoption.
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