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Newspaper
Oelwein Daily Register
Location
Oelwein, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1943
Page
17
USDA hog market data show steady to higher quotes for various weight classes at Waterloo and Cedar Rapids. Top price at Waterloo reached 13.05 with packers buying 270 to 360 pound hogs around 12.50 to 12.95, while Cedar Rapids quotes ranged from 12.05 to 12.85 for weights 160 to 360 pounds with mixed 12.20 to 12.95 bands across ranges.
Grain futures gained across July and December contracts reaching new highs for 1936 and 1937 while September hit a decade peak. Oats, wheat, and rye advanced as government distilling policies influence prices. Trade sees 100 million bushels of new crop demand and potential corn price ceiling increases fueling the rally.
Market reports show mixed egg and poultry quotes with receipts and prices for various weights and grades. Butter and egg prices remain steady. potatoes and Idahos arrive in moderate supply. regional deli and farm stock show decay and price variation across shipments and tracks.
Miss Gladys Ward of the University of Illinois warns that storing gasoline in homes endangers many lives. The state safety rule limits personal use to five gallons in approved containers, away from flames, not in cellars, with outdoor ventilation. Violations incur a 10 to 50 dollar fine. Gas vapor is heavier than air and can travel unseen, risking a severe explosion.
A weather explanation notes heavy snow typically accompanies cyclonic storms and that light snow can fall at any subfreezing temperature. It describes storm movement, wind directions, and how the myth of “too cold to snow” arises, with occasional heavy snows in cold air. Also advises oil-dipping farm chain drives to prevent wear.
Dairy owners Mr and Mrs R O Holcomb run Pure Milk Dairy delivering over 1650 quarts daily plus 250 half pints of milk 170 half pints of cream and 36 quarts of cream. They bought the plant Feb 20 1940 and expanded with a 100 gallon pasteurizer. They operate three trucks and a horse route with Charley the horse. Mercy Hospital is among many retail and wholesale customers. The business employs seven people and partners with Mrs Holcomb handling office work.
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