Rumors of Peace Stir Copper Market and Stocks
Rumors Germany may seek peace and large copper sales around 25 cents per pound boosted copper stocks yet poor grain outlook weighed. Major miners like Anaconda Utah Copper Kennecott and Butte moved on the news as steel and leather issues attracted investor interest. Grain setback amid government controls and predictions of an upturn in metals if war persists shape the market tone.
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Davis- Baty
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Butte-New York
Hutton
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New York
Wheat market plunges after peace talk sparks selling
Chicago May 1 reports show a dramatic wheat drop with July and other grains sliding 6% to 1% amid rumors of a German chancellor peace offer. Corn and oats fell as packers boosted provisions, while cattle and sheep markets remained steadier. An election mandamus plan and a $6 million highway bond measure also noted in Curry County and the local area.
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New York Invites British and French Missions
Eye to New York reports that Washington and Mitchell, along with a New Yorker contingent, arrived today and extended invitations to both British and French missions to visit the city before their return to Europe.
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Washington
Mitchel
Europe
Horoscope Outlook For May 2 1917
Wednesday astrology predicts a mixed year with opportunities for women and romance, but scandal and anxiety loom in national affairs. Favorable times for love and weddings clash with ominous Mars Saturn aspects and potential troubles for leaders and rulers.
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Mars
Germany
George
Ireland
McClure
War bill passes quickly with near 3 billion total
Washington May 1 The house completed debate in a single brief session on an omnibus emergency war bill carrying nearly 3 billion dollars. Military pay rises and expanded naval and fortification funding dominate, with amendments lifting enlisted pay from 15 to 20 dollars monthly before final passage. Clarence L. Reames named U S attorney for Oregon. other nominations include public money receivers and land office registers.
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Washington senator backs nitrate program for farmers
The senate approved a bill by a 52 to 8 vote authorizing government nitrates for fertilizer and its distribution at cost to Atlantic seaboard farmers. The measure, funded at ten million dollars, aims to support agricultural needs and stabilize supply.
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Senate
Hickman Dies After Bank Robber Turned Gun On Himself
San Diego May 1 Hickman prominent realty broker died from self inflicted wound after fatally shooting Attorney Charles G. Briggs and wounding Attorney J J Brennan. The gunman then killed himself. In a separate dispatch a Cologne area factory explosion in Troisdorf killed thirty women workers.
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First American flag on Ranger sparked sea clash
John Paul Jones raised the first American flag in battle for the United States Navy. The flag, with twelve stars, was flown from the Ranger’s topmast, marking an early heroic moment in the naval encounter against a foreign foe.
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United States Navy
John Paul Jones
Ranger
Wall Street Close and Market Report May Day
Wall Street opened with mixed signals as investors weighed yesterday’s gains and potential wartime dividend controls. United States Steel and copper shares fluctuated. Kennecott and Granby moved higher while Mege lagged. Bond activity was light with little trend seen in government issues. Seattle cattle receipts and San Francisco beer price jumps were noted.
Steamer Burns in Lake Erie Fire Near East Sister Island
An unidentified freight steamer burned early today during a southeast gale on Lake Erie off East Sister Island. It is not known whether there were any deaths or injuries.
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