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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1929
Page
10
In New Orleans on June 20 cot ton traded narrowly with no clear trend amid sparse news. Covering and trade buying on boll weevil fears and west Texas weather supported the market, December futures rising to 15.75. Exports reached 6,146 bales as the close steadied with a 2 to 3 point decline from earlier highs.
New York report notes quiet and irregular cotton trading with July liquidation and switches to later months. Near-month softness and favorable weather spurred some selling of later deliveries while offerings absorbed enough to prompt late gains. futures closed mixed around unchanged to modest declines.
Trading in cotton was fairly even with prices steady in New Orleans. Early liquidation eased after reports of good weather and widespread showers, boosting demand for sulk contracts and restraining sales. The map forecast predicted showers that could curb short selling, keeping sentiment bearish as traders weigh the weather outlook and tenders.
Raw sugar opened quiet with spots at 3.58 duty paid and futures 1 to 3 points lower. Decline came as liqudation renewed by trade houses, while London markets underperformed and spot activity lagged. Shorts and Cuban buyers supported prices, midday levels near unchanged to 2 points down. Refined granulated at 435.
The stock market recovered from early weakness as investors speculated on midyear credit conditions. Pools bought select public utilities and industrials with many names reaching new yearly highs, including Pacific Lighting, Pacific Gas & Electric, Southern California Edison, Brooklyn Union Gas, Public Service of New Jersey, and others.
In New Orleans on June 20 Associated Press reports Cottonseed oil closed steady with several contract months listed. Prime Summer Yellow quoted around 9.50 to 9.60, Prime Crude 7.50 to 7.75, with July and August futures around 9.80 to 9.90 and sales totaling 3,000.
Ground was broken today for a large garage on the corner of North Second and Washington streets. The property is owned by W. L. Ethridge. United Carbon
Livestock market by Associated Press reports Chicago hogs 21 000 head with early trading 15 to 25 cents lower and later losses. Top hog price 11.30 with butchers medium to good 250 800 lbs at 10.40 to 11.00. Calves 2 500 head slow trade. Sheep 11 000 head open steady with natives lambs 14.50 to 14.75, yearlings 11.85 to 12.00, fat ewes 6.00 to 6.75, feeding lambs steady.
Poultry prices listed by Associated Press from Chicago show various live counts with receipts one car. Fowls at 25 cents per pound, springs 38, broilers 34, roosters 20, turkeys 22 30, ducks 17 20, spring ducks 26, geese 15, spring geese 25.
Postmaster A. A. Thoman appeals to the general public to ensure correct addresses for better delivery. He cites the assistant postmaster general on directory service and asks patrons to notify the post office of address changes using proper blanks or a post card.
Gene Shank and Owen S. Haughland failed to set a new world endurance record aboard Miss Minneapolis after oil leaked over a triangular route between Minneapolis Northfield and Hastings. They had logged 13 hours in the air before landing at Wold Chamberlain Airport and planned a third attempt tomorrow.
Joplin golfer Horton Smith, hailed as one of the country’s best, surged to victory at the St. Cloud course on the French international tour. His opening rounds 66 each gave him a commanding lead, withstanding a strong field and superb scoring.
Fred B. Hall billed as world champion billiard player and expert juggler will perform at the Monroe Hotel billiard parlor tonight at 8 15. He plans a 14 ball take in one stroke and a ten ball juggling routine. A local player will duel him under special pocket rules.
J. R. Gibbs of West Monroe, active in business and civic life, was named alderman to fill the unexpired term of Dallas R. Mims who has left the city. Gibbs, former mayor of Winnfield, is a longtime friend and supporter of Gov. Huey P. Long.
The Dixie Officers Gazette will be issued in New Orleans starting August 1. Announcement from the 87th Division headquarters and the chief of staff H B Myers says the magazine fulfills a long standing need and follows a careful investigation.
Wichita police arrested Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Buetikofer after they were found tying their two babies in bed during long trips. The incident prompted cruelty charges against the couple in Kansas.
The executive committee named for the Fifth through Eighth Congressional Districts is listed with judges and officials. George K. Perrault chairs ex officio with Parker Williamson and Chasez as members. They are summoned to meet at the Constitutional League of Louisiana headquarters in the St. Charles Hotel on Tuesday June 25 at 10 am.
Twenty two year old Jimmy Foxx shines for the Athletics hitting .407 in 47 games as the team's first baseman.
Lancaster Mass June 20 The Lancaster high school class of 1929 alias John Samuel Gilmore will graduate tonight in the town hall. After an orchestral overture and invocation by a local pastor John Samuel Gilmore will read the class history. Selections by the glee club and a chemistry essay follow before the class gift and diploma. The exercises end with a class reception as tickets run scarce.
The Illinois Central seeks space on Elysian Fields for industrial plants. The tract measures about 325 feet by 670 feet and lies with railway sidetracks, offering desirable location near the shops. Efforts are planned to attract a substantial concern soon.
Dublin reports the Irish Free State parliamentary committee warns licensed betting shops harm society. It urges banning women and children from betting premises and stripping unemployment benefits from claimants who engage in betting. It also proposes one betting shop per 5,000 people and notes long hours and large crowds exploit wages.
University of Georgia freshmen will not be hazed next year after a student body vote. The decision bans hazing practices, requires carrying no helmets, and prohibits entry into the pool while new rules are enforced.
A committee has been compelled to relocate activities to the auditorium capacity limits. The shift aims to accommodate attendees and ensure smooth proceedings amid space constraints.
Chicago market report shows butter prices edging lower with receipts of 8 240 tubs and creamery extras at 42 1 4, standards 42 1 4, extra firsts 41, all 1 2, firsts 39 1 2 to 40 1 2, seconds 38 39. Eggs hold steady with receipts totaling 14 553 cases.
Liverpool reports steady cotton prices with American grades showing strong demand. Sales reached 7,000 bales including 3,200 American, receipts 3,000 bales. Futures closed quiet with nearby and later months listed.
Stocks strong as Public Service of New Jersey crosses 106. Bonds irregular with high grade issues steady. Curb irregular as Public Utilities decline. Foreign exchanges steady, Spanish peseta up 1-5 cent. Cotton barely steady near liquidation. Sugar easier. Wheat strong in Chicago with reduced Kansas estimate. Corn firm Iowa reports. Cattle strong. Hogs weaker.
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