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Newspaper
The Montana Standard
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1946
Page
8
The Commercial Bulletin notes uneven demand at the Boston wool market with varied supply across types. Domestic fine and Delain wools move slowly while Texas wools stay active. foreign wool demand is irregular but fine Cape and Australian wools remain sought. Domestic and imported wools show shifting fortunes amid stock conditions.
President Truman nominated three assistant secretaries of labor as part of a broader reorganization. John W. Gibson, Philip Hannah, and David A. Morse would head different divisions including international labor matters. Gibson has led Michigan CIO efforts and served as first assistant secretary. Hannah is Ohio Federation of Labor official tapped by AFL to represent the federation. Morse, a Newark attorney and Harvard Law graduate, serves as Army lieutenant colonel and general counsel of the National Labor Relations Board.
Mount Moriah number 24 A F and A M announces a special meeting at 7:00 PM at the Masonic Temple. Charles H Stack Worshipful Master H Johns secretary invites visiting Master Masons. Loete Work in MM degree. Phone 22790.
In Silver Bow County Montana a probate hearing is set for Lallie E. Charles estate with Letters Testamentary sought by Ray S. Kelly on June 15 1946 at 10 a m. The packet includes a Montana court notice and attorneys. Separately sealed bids for demolition of the old Butte High School site are due by 8 pm June 17 1946 with specifications by Walter Arnold Architect.
Moose Lake Carlton county Minnesota reports a tornado on Thursday night that damaged every house and business in the 1500 person village and destroyed several structures. No injuries were reported.
Chicago grain pits saw broad gains as sentiment pointed to higher prices. OPA ceilings were reached across most grains with oats leading the advance, while corn wheat and rye held near unchanged to higher levels. Final prices clustered at ceilings, with notable activity in July delivery and cash sales reported for key grains.
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New York Bond market reports prices for AT & T 2 percent bonds due 1975 at 105 percent, AT & SF 4s due 1995 at 137.5, C & O 3 8s due 1896 at 105.5, Nor Pac 4s due 1897 at 105s, and Bees notes appearing in the June 7 listing.
Minneapolis grain notes cash wheat receipts Friday at 222 the year ago 188 with trading basis unchanged. All cash wheat held at ceilings and other components unchanged.
Washington reports the Senate approved the nomination of Henry J. Latsch for postmaster at Fort Harrison Montana. Minneapolis dispatch notes flour shipments at 25 420 and flour unchanged as of June 17.
New York June 7. Curb stocks were irregular Friday with active trading. Cities Service moved on news of a potential 100 million bond refunding program and possible refinancing of its preferred stock. The 6 percent BB preferred rose about five points while other Cities Service issues held firm. National Pressure Cooker and Crystal Oil gained over four points. American Fork and Hoe rose about three. Several issues advanced a point or more, while declines of a point or more appeared in Northern States Power A, Interstate Power preferred, Long Island Lightning, McCord Corp preferred, Neptune Meter and Centre Electric 7 percent preferred.
Wool tops futures climbed Friday with 20 cent gains as distant deliveries drew new buying and manufacturers stay sold. Estimated top sales reached 20,000 pounds while total wool futures stood at 132,000 pounds and later closed unchanged to fractional gains.
Chicago prices show new stock supplies liberal and demand fair with a slightly weaker overall market. California Long Whites sell at 2.75, Alabama Bliss Triumphs 2.25 to 2.50, Arizona Red Warbas 3.25, Louisiana Bliss Triumphs 3.15, all No. 1 100 pound sacks. Old stocks are very light with steady demand and Idaho Russet Burbanks 3.65 per 100 pounds.
New York June 7 The stock market steadied selectively with gains on earnings and dividends while many leaders failed to find buyers. Chrysler eased early then trimmed losses to end off percent at 131.25 as trading totaled 1,020,000 shares and the AP 60-stock average rose 0.1 to 81.1.
Hog receipts 21 with top on choice butchers at 14.75 and other hog prices listed. Sheep receipts 36 with lambs at 11.50 and fat ewes at 5 to 6. Cattle receipts 268 with ranges for steers, heifers, cows, bulls, and veal calves. Stockers and feeders prices noted. overall demand described as very good with no excess high fat stock and a ready outlet for feeders.
Cattle and hog markets show active slaughter classes with mixed parity. Cattle steers and heifers hold steady, hogs strong with barrows and gilts around 14.60, sows 13.85, lambs and sheep mix at 6 to 15.50 depending on grade. Prices reflect salable totals and weight classes across 2,000 cattle and 5,700 hogs combined.
Sioux City June 17 cattle sales active and steady with various weights and grades. prices for 990 lb choice steers around 17.10, 725 lb load at 15.35, cows 7.25 to 9.50, hogs 14.50 cap ceiling for barrows and gilts, sows 13.75, feeder pigs 14.90, serum pigs 14.75. sheep nominally steady with 100 head listed.
Butter firm with receipts 217,743 and market unchanged. Eggs steady with receipts 31,952 and a few local lots traded at 35.59 to 7.5 cents, current receipts 32 cents, dirt prices 30.5 cents, checks 30 cents, other items unchanged.
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