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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1931
Page
3
New York reports a unsettled Buk market with a tentative rise after mixed price moves. Trading was dull as investors waited on news, with U S Steel and Standard stocks showing small gains while rail and industrials rallied briefly before easing. Currency and commodity shifts reflected cautious sentiment amid near term guidance.
Trading data shows Canadian and U S crop forecasts cooler in tone with exports uncertain. Bears press wheat after reports of large potential American harvest and bearish notes from Saskatchewan along with higher futures volatility. Corn and oats move little as weather and demand cues weigh on prices.
Chicago markets show mixed potato prices across varieties and regions. Prices ranged from 167 to 275 per hundredweight for various stocks and grades, with new stock and certain regions showing firmer bids, while some old stock remained weaker. Stronger demand noted for fancy shades, Idaho Russet, and Southern Cobblers, with wide regional variation in quotes.
Minneapolis June 10 report shows wheat prices mixed with gains for some futures and declines for others. Protein contents in grain vary by type while oats barley and durum prices move, storage conditions and feeder livestock values noted. Market watchers track rations and creamery scores as futures shift, with several price quotes and delivery dates listed.
Secretary notes a prolonged downturn since January with mood lows at a low point. Forecasts a gradual recovery, predicting a sharper rebound once upward momentum begins, citing limited recent reports and a focus on industrial conditions.
Great Falls student Boreman Jung received the gold medal from the Montana Society at Montana State College commencement. Arthur Corty of Butte, president of the society, presented the award to the outstanding graduate in Montana at ceremonies today.
June cattle and hog quotes from Chicago Omaha and other hubs show steady to uneven demand for calves yearlings and feeder stock. Prices vary by weight and class with top cattle and hogs drawing strong bids in some markets while steers and cows stagnate in others.
A cryptic classifieds note from The Independent Publishing Company describes daily publication in New York with office locations and distribution details. It mentions Associated Press affiliation and standard newspaper dispatch practices despite garbled text.
The Independent states it will not be responsible for errors in advertisements unless the proof is read by the advertiser. Proofs are sent when copy is in the office. Ads appear the day after submission if copy is in by certain times. Rates for want ads are two cents per word per insertion with six words counted as a line. Minimum charge applies. South Main Street office handles advertising and notices of misuse.
Short, fragmented classifieds show help wanted ads for laundry work housework and child care with phone contacts. Also a brief lost item notice about a white gold wrist watch near Lawrence and Benton avenues. No clear names or organizations. numerous garbled entries limit detail.
Masonic lodges Morning Star No 1 Scottish Rite and Solomon Lodge announce June meetings including stated sessions and degrees. Algeria Temple Shrine council election due. Josephine Hepner and Miriam Chapters set memorials and June 9 11 dates. Nomads officers to hold friendship degree at 8 pm. Nearby violence reports claim two slain women. search underway with bloodhounds in Magoffin mountains.
Bob Stuart born April 24 1889 in Deer Lodge Montana a son of James Stuart Virginia pioneer figures among early Montana gold discovery and frontier cattle trade died after a brief illness at Blahem hospital. Survivor lines mention daughters Vivian and Irances, longtime Harlem ties, WWI shipyard service, and deputy sheriff tenure. The obituary places him among Montana’s early settler legends linking to Clarnen M Tuszell and R Russell, highlighting temperate habits and frontier exploits.
Newport Act June 10. Mrs Edward B McLean wife of the Washington Post publisher objects to sale of the Post to David Lawrence publisher of the United States Daily News amid reports he offered 73000000. She backs the paper and its editors and says she does not want it sold or bought by Lawrence.
New York June reports a reorganization of the Fox Film Company signaling a fresh start after financial strain. Eight new directors with banking ties elected, replacing most of the old board. Fox stepped down after leading the studio for 25 years and Harley L Clarke took presidency as the stockholders approved the changes. Meanwhile four Americans were saved at Lonely Cape Mala after a 200 mile tug relay and radio medical advice, with the Sciota guiding through the Panama Canal to reach aid.
Notice announces probate matters in Lewis and Clark County Montana. It states the will of Annie J Dawning deceased to be proved June 11 1931 at the courthouse with C A Rost seeking letters testamentary. Also notices sundry creditors claims for Edward Bien and Arminide Bowers estates with four month filing requirements and administrator contact in Helena. Auction and metal market snippets follow.
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