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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1920
Page
14
Chicago markets report fresh increases in corn amid worldwide plague news from Argentina and strong New York export buying. May and July corn futures rise while cash prices reach record highs. traders cite hog and grain value boosts, export demand, and transatlantic supply concerns.
Enreaco Chicago and Spokane report hog and cattle receipts and price ranges. Hogs firm with prime and choice large and medium grades listed. cattle market strong with prime steers and good to choice at various price points. Also notes money markets, copper and lead futures, and a fatal accident involving a child near a Kan-tittle area engine.
New York March 17 stocks opened firm then slipped into dull mid session trading. A late snap higher followed Washington hints against a tax on stock dividends with notable advances in Crucible Steel and General Motors. Virtually steady bonds and mixed rail results capped by fuel and freight shortages, while Liberty bonds rose later in the day.
Market summary from The Hellbronner Co reports a brisk bull run with Baldwin leading gains. American Locomotive, Public utilities, and diversified industrials climb as oil news boosts sentiment. Stutz Motors and Vanadium Steels show notable intraday moves while copper lags. Traders expect further improvement tomorrow.
Michigan and Minnesota investors finance the Wickes Alta mine reopening led by Helena engineer L. S. Roper. Work begins on two lower levels with two shifts, targeting quick results. The mine reportedly produced over forty million dollars in ore and its 32.9 million dollar record is noted by the USGS.
Bar Harbor Maine reports philosopher geologist Thomas Patten warned that a new ice age is returning as Maine endures record cold in December and January. He cites unprecedented winter conditions, heavy precipitation and deeper snow, signaling a shift to a frigid temperate era.
Boston report notes Brewers Association of Massachusetts leader argues the Volstead Act and the meaning of intoxicating liquor remain unsettled. Discussions center on what beer strength qualifies and potential court and congressional actions may redefine intoxicating liquor amid recent state elections. Meanwhile in Portland a toddler poisoned by mercuric bichloride tablets from a medicine chest near the moving family ends in critical condition.
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