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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1903
Page
2
Market opened with strong gains in New York as rumors of New Orleans bull activity spread. Prices surged to multi year highs with January at 13.88 and several contracts near 14.20 as buyers from the south and exporters pushed futures higher before a late realizing wave. Sales reached about 1.2 million bales as spot demand tightened and Liverpool and New Orleans traders added to the excitement.
A fragmented list of stock and bond entries with coupon details and registered statuses. Mentions include Atlantic Coast Line, Chesapeake and Ohio, Chicago and Alton, Chicago, Burlington and Quincy, Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul, Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe, and Georgia issues. Includes percentages, numbers, and references to coupon adjustments and registrations.
A compact report of closing bond quotations with Chicago and Northwestern, Union Pacific, and other lines showing varied yields. Also includes Secretary Hester's crop statement for New Orleans cotton, detailing weekly, monthly, and seasonal movement, domestic and foreign takings, and stock levels across ports and interiors.
In New Orleans December 28 the spot cotton market showed buyers and sellers apart on prices with sales of 450 bales. Futures opened up after gains in Liverpool and New York, with January 13.70 and March around 14.24 to 14.40, rising to mid 14s by day end. Short covering and strong buying supported a firm undertone, closing with notable gains across months from December to July, widening with distant positions.
Miller and Co reports in Atlanta on December 28 that strong demand from America the continent and Egypt lifted the Liverpool market about 20 points above expectations and sparked a sharp New York opening with gains of 30 points. Facturations were limited with May option dipping from 4.20 to 4.01 before rallying and closing near final levels.
Spot prices rise across markets with advances from 1 4 to 1 2 cents. Charlotte bids 14 1 4 cents and Augusta 193 4. Conservative houses see ongoing nervousness but no crash while demand remains strong. January price level of 160 is openly predicted for near term.
Hubbard Bros. Co reports a sharp rise in cotton prices amid heavy outside buying with bulls in control and limited opposition. Atlanta Brokerage notes further excitement as New Orleans and English cables support strength. South demand remains strong while shorts scramble and profit takers appear, with over 69 000 bales arrived at Liverpool since last week.
Chicago December 28 Wheat futures firmed with May up 5-8 cents as rains delay Argentine harvest and rumor of Russo-Japanese war affects sentiment. Corn and oats gained 3-8 to 1-2 cents. provisions rose about 2.25 cents. Large clearances and rising world prices supported gains as buyers and longs covered.
Wheat buyers held firm as bears sold on fear of a bullish report and war talk. Corn and oats saw steady to bullish action with short covering and strong commission buying. provisions rose with hog prices and light receipts. The Baxter & Co. report cites a firm undertone in Chicago and favorable weather west, with widespread inquiries and expectations of higher prices ahead.
Baxter & Co reports Liverpool shows a skyrocket advance with buyers expected to act, noting raw cotton at historically high levels yet still consuming. First prices up 36 to Su points, May strongest, but profit taking triggers a retrace as sellers stay cautious. Port receipts estimate 350,000 for Fri Sat Mon, vs 118,000 last year.
A brief police report notes a quarrel involving Smith leaving one party severely bruised. Alterations and May were bonded in 1000 on a charge, with warrants and additional bond terms outlined.
The Seaboard Air Line Railway announces special Christmas travel rates with lowered passenger fares and contact details for reservations, inviting travelers to plan home for the holidays and save on return journeys.
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