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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1928
Page
9
Wholesale price hikes hit roofing but J D Seiler Roofing Co reports a large stock and a carload en route. They are contracting for roofs applied or otherwise at cheap prices with phone 702 next to the express office.
Chicago June 4 wheat prices surged after early declines as aggressive pressure by commissions sparked buying. A leading expert warned spring wheat across much of the region may fail if rains do not come, while forecasts of pan rains and favorable weather suggested possible good crops. Liverpool dispatches noted nervousness on Canada’s crop outlook despite generally fair weather. Chicago livestock prices showed mixed moves with cattle and hogs varying and some declines noted in specific classes. Also includes dense classified-like lines offering rental and sale notices, strawberries, and odd job listings.
A Dallas Texas AP report surveys a twofold push: cultural propaganda highlighting women's clubs and art exchange across states, and Mexico's plan to boost farming through a back to the land program. It notes Arkansas and Kansas contributions, state federations promoting art, and an agricultural initiative inviting urban dwellers to settle farmland.
The text describes weak closing prices this year amid speculative selling and tight liquidity. It notes attempts to secure new loans, a per cent rate reaching lows not seen since 1921, and shares facing selling pressure with some issues drawing down.
Washington sightseers rely on six feminine Capitol guides who answer curious questions at the Library of Congress. The staff began with Mrs L B Lingo four years ago and has grown to include Elizabeth and Ann Eliza Smith, 18 AB year old twins from Mississippi Vernon Illinois, among others. Each guide rotates seven to eight tours daily, about 40 minutes each, as they share the building’s dimensions and numbers with visitors.
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