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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1952
Page
10
A clipped broadcast schedule fragment mentions Brent Beate and sports segments at 6 18 with related newscasts and commentary across multiple stations including 1190 News and Variety nets.
The article notes that national party conventions began in Baltimore with the first Democratic convention in 1832, marking the start of formal party gatherings in American politics. It mentions earlier practice of candidates seeking support without a formal gathering.
Fragmented reminiscence recalls a near disaster at a 1952 convention where cigars and champagne were present. The piece notes many dangers on the floor and around the platform but asserts only one blaze occurred. It mentions weaponry as a general threat and highlights the frailty of safety at mass gatherings.
New York stocks showed a subdued session with more losers than gainers among the listed equities. Corporate bonds remained steady as traders watched uneven price moves and small volume throughout the day.
Baltimore Apples quoted at 4.00 for 2 1 2 inch and 3.00 for 2 1 4 inch minimum. West Virginia transparent goods 2 inch range 1.75 to 2.25. Potatoes steady in Eastern U S size A unwashed 100 lb sacks. Maryland Cob-Pd Pa Cobblers 5.25. Cattle auctions show most classes steady with late sales some grained on grass steers at 1.00 or lower in spots. Calves 225 with scattered odd lots.\"
Market list shows prices for corn meal yellow 10 lb bag and 25 lb bag, white corn prices, feeds at retail including mash and broiler mash, cracked corn per 100 lb bag, butter end term indicates dairy product pricing is included. Prices range from 0.70 to 4.55 per unit with various bag sizes and feed mixes listed.
Chicago USDA figures show varying bids for cattle and hogs by weight. Prices range from 16.50 to 34.50 per hundredweight across weights and classes with salable beef and lamb noted and weak undertone in some segments.
Chicago grains futures showed varied moves with oats easing to around 80, soybeans near 3.06, and lard futures holding around 12.05 to 12.00 as traders noted steady activity in March May and December contracts. Shifts appeared across corn and rye with nearby months fluctuating between slight gains and losses.
The record notes a population density change from 4.5 persons per square mile to 44.2 persons per square mile across a historical period. It highlights substantial growth in the area, reflecting demographic expansion.
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