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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1913
Page
7
Liverpool cotton futures rise on October position while other months slip. Spot middling around 7.98 with 10,000 lots traded. Market notes include tax debate in Washington, tariff conferees’ schedule, and mixed broker opinions.
Noon Cotton Letter reports Athens position as Georgia’s second largest inland cotton market and sixth in the world, with local spots steady and prices noted. Market mood turns panicky after heavy liquidation. New York and Liverpool activity influence declines before buyers stabilize the late session.
Weather and market notes dominate a busy list with forecasts for Georgia and neighboring states, a bullish government report anticipated next Thursday, plus London and Liverpool grain and stock activity. Tate cites noisy rumor chatter about compromises and bullish conditions driving prices higher.
Eatonton Georgia September 24 claim the Putnam County Fair is the best in the state to run November 4 to 7. John T. Dennis is president with J. M. Rainey vice president and Frank Spivey secretary. Prize list covers 11 exhibit classes and a racing program with purses up to 150 dollars. Racing features include trotting pacing and a roadster events.
Madam Paulini Clairvoyant and Scientific Palmist returns to Athens for a short period. Office hours are from 10 a m to 3 p m daily except Sundays. Located at 293 Clayton St. Wea: Advertise your wants.
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