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The Spectator

Location

Joliet, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1939

Page

7

Cigarette Production Seen At New High In 1938

A 1938 production peak estimate from William A. Holingsworth cites Camel as the leading brand with Lucky Strike close behind and Philip Morris showing the largest gain. Wall Street Journal data show shifts in market share among Camel Chesterfield Lucky Strike and Philip Morris amid rising ten cent brands and a move toward roll your own tobacco. O. H. Chalkey of Philip Morris predicts further 1939 sales growth as demand remains steady beyond general business conditions.

Odd William A. _ Holingsworth America Camel Lucky Strike Chesterfeld Philip Morris Old Gold Wall Street Journal Chesterfield Liggett & Myers Tobacco Company Pany O. H. Chalkey Philip Morris & Co

Statement on Cigarette Demand and Industry Output

A 1938 assessment notes cigarette production in the United States rose slightly from the previous year but argues the industry is not meeting demand. The speaker critiques overall commodity usage and implies capacity and demand dynamics require closer alignment.

United States

Bing the JTHS Crooner Owl Dies at School

A six month old pet owl named Bing Crosby and kept at JTHS high school greenhouse and biology lab was found dead Monday morning January 2. The cause is undetermined though diet of mice and rats or homesickness are suspected. The owl, native to Iowa, had entertained students with tunes from the perch in the lab.

Bing Township High School Iowa Bing Crosby

Freaks of Lightning Affect Miners Ship and Compass

Report describes a storm altering a ship’s compass and steering, shocking miners at 1,000 feet depth and removing a man’s hair without other injuries. The vessel reportedly reversed course after being steered back by the wheelsman before realizing the error.

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