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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1914
Page
11
January 9 report shows bullish cotton trade as 19,338,000 bales ginned by January 1 with December figures improving over November. Early prices firmed 16 to 26 points, then advanced through the day to 38 points gains in active months amid broad market demand and steady undertone despite some local selling.
Cotton markets show steady to firm middling prices across U S ports including New Orleans, Savannah, Charleston, and New York with varied net receipts and exports. Houston Augusta Memphis St Louis notes and totals indicate overall weekly activity, stock levels, and coastwise shipments, with nationwide totals reaching substantial net receipts and sales figures.
Amid reports of a 200000 bale rise in January demand, New Orleans trading saw prices up 26 to 34 points with active short covering and large long contracts. Liverpool spot sales and higher tailings buoyed buying, while New York notes show a sharp bounce and cautious shorts and longs alike entering the market.
Jay Bond & Co reports a reduced cotton output with only 400000 bales added in the last period, marking the largest decrease on record. The market reacts with a strong advance while six year figures show higher consumption after January 1, totaling about 1,166,600 bales. The projected final crop stands around 14,560,000 bales.
Liverpool market movement shows weekly cotton intake of 180000 bales, with American share around 100000 bales. Imports totaled 783000 bales, and exports 13000 bales. Port receipts list major hubs like New Orleans and Savannah, while US stock changes and London money rates are noted along with commodity prices for copper tin and lead. The report includes district figures, usage, and speculative trends cited by the New York Cotton Exchange.
Fragmentary notes from the dry goods market describe slightly increased prices in the grey goods and wool sectors. Hobbins and jobbers are mentioned, with references to South American wool markets and hosiery trading, though text remains largely unreadable.
Frost in Argentina threatens ship movements as corn prices dip to season lows before a rally driven by fund buying and Argentina frost delay. Wheat and oats trade firmer with mixed grain moves as traders weigh shipping demand and snow protection across the winter belt. Evidence of speculative activity emerges as a large pit flush unsettles markets and traders reassess near term demand.
Chicago market notes show butter irregular with receipts 2,024 cases and various firsts and extras. cheese firm with 500 boxes and average money. eggs unsettled with 6,100 cases and fresh extras. potatoes and poultry mostly unchanged though turkeys listed at 16 to 17. New York reports similar dairy and poultry activity. Prices and exact figures noted for creamery, full cream, and refrigerator grades.
New York, January 9. The week opened with census bureau data and easing money markets shaping a steadier tone in cotton prices. Prices rose over 30 points from recent lows as demand in the south improved, while traders expected changes from upcoming census reports. Enduring uncertainty persisted about supply, with ginning figures showing excess over last year and forecasts for total yield near 14.4 million bales.
New York January 9 Urad street will say trade and finance show a brighter tone. Activity rises in wholesalers and on the road. Money for commercial needs loosens while bank rejections ease. Raw wool sales grow and prices harden. northern pig iron activity rises. winter wheat is in excellent condition with heavy snow elsewhere.
Comparative port receipts show mixed results with wool trade pricing generally sustained. Turpentine and rosin markets at Wilmington are listed with steady or firm rates, while provisions and pork futures pull in Chicago data as of January 3.
American Telephone and Telegraph Co announces a dividend of two dollars per share to stockholders of record at the close of business on Wednesday December 32, 1Pit, payable on Thursday January 16, 914. G B Milne, Treasurer.
Tobacco stocks advanced after a shaky start as buyers stepped in to stem declines and lift many issues. Large gains were led by fertilizer firms and railroads while New York Central remained soft under selling pressure. money markets drew cautious support amid expectations for the weekly bank statement and a larger drop in turnover.
The London stock market opened with subdued activity as copper and American securities remained quiet. Indian Pacific rose sharply amid New York selling, while overall futures showed a cautious, irregular session before noon.
January 9 report shows 13,333,074 bales of cotton ginned to date this season, with prior years and state breakdowns including Florida Georgia South Carolina and others. The census figure compares with past years and notes ginning percentages, with next update set for Friday January 15 and further state totals to be released.
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