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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1939
Page
10
Financial news reports a moderate rally in shares amid a volatile day as investors weighed labor policy comments and manufacturing signals. The Dow and broader indices fluctuated while bond yields and commodity prices showed varied movement, reflecting ongoing uncertainty in market momentum.
A fragmented report notes market activity with price shifts and demand for goods. It mentions a June trade, constrained inventories, and price movements from 16 to 20 centimes. Officials discuss provisional figures and market tone, with references to prison ware and regional pricing outlook.
Potatoes prices and stock levels in Chicago markets show mixed movement across varieties. Idaho Russets and Long White stock report steady demand with some quality decay noted in unpacked sacks, while Michigan and Alberta origin spuds display variable prices and fluctuating stock levels amid cautious buyer activity.
Washington June 2 Captain Jobo Ho Towers was appointed chief of the naval bureau of aeronautics with a temporary rank of rear admiral. He succeeds Rear Admiral Arthur B Cook, who will assume command of aircraft of the fleet and scouting force on June 18.
Market rundown shows varied quotes across grain types with several prices falling modestly. Traders note demand softness in certain futures, while corn and wheat futures fluctuate near week’s end.
Fragmentary OCR hints at New York bond news with unclear details. The readable bits mention Tina and payment status but lack concrete dates, parties, or figures to form a complete summary.
A dense OCR style market and crop report covers livestock prices and grain outlook. It cites United States figures on wheat production around 700 million bushels with expert estimates near 704 million, mentions declines in winter wheat belts then improvements in the soft belt, and notes market activity in Chicago and Omaha with livestock and hog receipts and prices. It includes references to farm states, buyers, and price ranges for heifers, steers, and vealers, along with weather and outlook context for the season.
WANTED TO RENT buroughed or partly furnished house or apartment Must ave 2 bedrooms all Paul Moigam phone 481 ipatiment 0 duplex with lawn... several rental listings with furnished and unfurnished rooms, apartments, and houses in Helena area. contact numbers and addresses scattered throughout. multiple units described.
New York trade data show continued improvement in retail activity with rising sentiment and tentative sales gains. Weekly indicators note weaker orders in wholesale markets and shrinking restocking spurts, while weather goods remain in demand. Wholesale feedback cites squeezed margins from erratic order sizes reducing retailer profits.
The report lists cattle and calf prices from sources including Spokane Seattle and more, noting steady demand and unchanged markers in various district markets. Prices show calves around 30 to 100 dollars with steers and heifers receiving strong bids. totals and specific lots are cited, though some entries are fragmented.
President Roose to attend international petroleum exposition in Tulsa May 8 to 25 1940. The act authorizes federal use for the gathering with airlines and foreign invitations. Event details note officials of Billings Airstan Inc and a June 4 airshow with Northwest pilots slated to participate.
Puzzle text describes paper folding with increasing thickness as folds double. It asks for rough comparison of paper stack height to landmarks like Magarh Falls and a panera diameter. Mentions spiedern poison and RW cura PE yaloun human Allmonta in unclear context.
A fragmented notice lists Masonic and allied lodge events including Stated meetings, degrees from four PM to May dates, and reunions. Items mention Morning Star Lodge, King Solomon’s, Scottish Rite reunion May 15 to 19, Algala Temple May 18, Miriam Chapter, Josephine Hepner as chaperone, and Jubilee picnics with varied times in June and May.
A fragmented OCR listing shows a used Diamond T truck with stock rack, rear axle, tires, and various ad lines for hardware and cleaners. Also present are entries for a beauty shop equipment line, carpet and rug services, a contractor, and a poetic line about coffee plant leaves. Place names and contact numbers appear jumbled.
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