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Newspaper
Hayward Review
Location
Hayward, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1944
Page
6
July 3 market notes show cattle salable 125 with steady trend, fed steers absent. cows 12.00-12.50, cutters 6.00-9.00, bulls scarce 8.00-10.50. calves 13.60-15.00. hogs 600 head, prices 15¢ higher, Oregons 180-220 lb 18.50, sows 9.75-10.00. sheep 2500 salable, lambs 14.50-15.00, yearlings 11.00-11.50, ewes 1.50-4.50.
The bulletin lists current Local Egg Market figures for Medium Grade A Small Grade A Large Grade A and Grade A. Data covers assorted shell egg categories without regional breakdowns or additional context.
In San Francisco fruit and vegetable markets prices are listed for Apricots Cherries Figs Peaches and various local produce. Notable items include Caifornian and California origin entries with prices quoted around 1.00 to 1.25 for specific items and several local beans cauliflower celery corn cucumbers lettuce and peas noted as unchanged by brokers.
The Duke and Duchess of Windsor arrived from the Bahamas for an open stay in the US. They plan to visit New York in two days for business and rest, with possible trips to Washington and the Tirgs ranch in western Canada. The duchess rested and did not attend a conference.
In San Francisco markets dairy items show varied grading and prices. Cheese wholesale rates list 92 and 90 scores for different lots, eggs grade A large and medium values are cited, while central California and Nye Nissen entries note grade A levels and small grades.
San Francisco July 13 market notes show unchanged poultry receipts from nearby points with heavy supply across all classes. Prices for broilers Leghorn and other items are listed by weight, including fryers roasters and squabs, with turkeys and domestic rabbits amid varied per-pound ranges.
California peach industry leaders petition Marvin Jones to reconsider and approve diverting No 2 peaches to distilleries at 30 dollars per ton. Wiser and Edinger warn a labor shortage would hinder canning, risking 50 million cans of fruit and up to five million dollars in returns. The plan would have cannery workers paid to process, with WPA covering the difference to distillers. Coast Guard enforces vessel construction and inspection laws.
A damaged line from a historical paper shows a request by a subscriber to cancel or suspend delivery. Officials and postal clerks are referenced as handling the request, with notes about subscription status and verification. The awkward wording suggests a routine paper delivery issue rather than a major news item.
In Monterey Missouri the coon dog Drive, called the best durn dog, survived ten days trapped in a limestone cave. Neighbors blasted through a 40 foot wall and a 30 foot limestone barrier to reach him, with his owner Jake Light and others aiding the perilous rescue. Drive, weary yet safe, leapt to his master’s face as the searchers celebrated the successful return.
Alvin R. Martin, 00, of 22602 Woodrow Ave, Clayward, died July 12. He was husband of Helen Martin and father of Ruth Arlene and George Martin. Son of Thomas and Mrs. Martin, brother of Gorgena Silva and others. A veteran member of Ye Garyette oval No. 100 of Puy. Native of Laywird. Funeral services set for Tum Sorengen Brus, Chipel tal way, Judy 95. Obituary details reflect local burial customs and kinship.
David Vincent Simpson 58 of Hayward died Wednesday July 12. He was born in Tin Peru, son of Juba and May A. Simpson, brother of May A. Simpson. Services Friday afternoon at 8 from Chapel of the Chins. Pratt-Plot Moriuary misreadings noted. Army anti air craft lifter has been used blocking banks and armored veils with us ing effort for many months. America rack-ick troops towin training receive special instructions on how to tire. The power fit Orthihi he Meld artillery.
Pvt. A C Worthington son of Mrs Lena Worthington of 1238 Woods Ave is home on furlough for the first time in five years since joining the U S infantry in 1932. He was at Schofield Barracks Hawaii and was due home December 4. Since Pearl Harbor attack his plans were cancelled and he has served in Australia New Guinea and Holland. He will report back to Camp White Oregon.
In Albany, Dewey weighs a broader drive and will meet Aug 2-3 in St. Louis with Republican governors from 20 states. The talks aim to align strategy for winning the 266 electoral votes needed, as Dewey considers a federal war ballot for New York servicemen ahead of the July 15 deadline.
Magnitogorsk reports heavy expansion as U S Chamber of Commerce head Johnston relays Stalin's claim of two five year plans yielding about 60 million tons of steel annually. He notes Magnitogorsk as a burgeoning boom town with high output and low accident rate, stressing reliance on Russian rather than Allied aid.
Scouts invite 200 to 800 boys from Southern Alameda County to Bjornsen Park for a weekend camp planned with special events and activities Saturday and Sunday July 29 and 30. Bea Lamkin, district Scout commissioner, says details on the commission and committee chairs will be announced later.
A fragmented note describes someone named Rid Strotetur arranging a street task. It mentions paying a wage, attaching a tether, and wrapping in a bag, with references to use and store gear. The text is garbled but hints at a plan involving ties, clamps, and storage.
Readers see a focused profile of a skilled craftsman whose steady hands drive a major local project. The piece highlights the worker’s expertise, collaboration with a prominent company, and a shift from ordinary tasks to important, visible construction work. It notes the partnership with Thermite and mentions regional ties to Tacoma and surrounding areas.
The Hayward Lions Club met Wednesday noon with Morgan Anderson of the state Civilian Defense office in San Francisco presenting Selective Service and Civilian War Problems. Hang Wesley received the weekly merchandise order. Hans Ogaard was named chairman of the Chamber of Commerce organization committee. July birthdays announced for Mrs. Florence Bowman and Mrs. Myrtle Sorensen.
A historical note states that four centuries ago the average height of men and women was about 10 inches shorter than today and the European life expectancy was roughly 30 years shorter.
A vintage advertisement touts a “doctor's prescription known simply was 5.T. Formula” as a quick relief for asthma. It claims lasting relief from coughing and choking, urging readers to obtain B.T. Formula at Hayward Drug Co. and Brains' Drug in Hayward California.
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