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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1903
Page
2
January 29 reports show cotton futures and cash markets fluctuating as prices drifted lower and higher amid shorts covering and mixed buying. Traders noted weak early demand, profit-taking, and cautious activity, with overall sentiment uneven and futures moving in a narrow range.
In New Orleans January 3 Liverpool ad trends show a weaker start with prices 1 to 1.5 points down, then recover as longs cover and buying strengthens. Short interest remains light guiding softer session. visible supply for the week edges lower versus last year while overall trade stays bullish with hopes for higher prices. Ellison of Liverpool weighs in on the market tone.
A dated circular estimates American consumption at 10,900,000 to 10,080,000 pales amid crop yield projections. Market movement suggests the future course remains led by last year, with Houston seen at 7,000 to 9,400 versus 2006, Galveston 900 to 10.00 percent against 0.582 last year, and New Orleans 900 to 30.00 against 12,346. Spots show fair demand today, not as strong as yesterday.
Baxter and Co report in New York on January 29 that a mixed advance kept prices near last night's figures. The text notes buyers gain confidence as prices rise and bulls push expectations, while setbacks in gains suggest cotton's slow pace in showing strength.
Seale and Co’s general market letter notes a disappointing morning despite last night’s buying and a small upturn. In Liverpool the expected advance of 6 to 8 points failed to appear, and the market opened weak after a rollercoaster session.
Market figures show varied cotton prices and lot totals across regions and vessels. Trade notes list multiple consignments with figures such as stock counts, freight codes, and regional price markers, reflecting a snapshot of prices and quantities in the cot ton market.
A reconstructed price listing shows closing stock quotations for multiple railways and regional concerns. It includes entries for North Western, Missouri Kansas Texas, Wabash, Wheeling and Lake Erie, Wisconsin Central, Southern Pacific, and additional lines, with varied percent changes and notable prices across placeholders and fragments.
A fragmented market report describes warm weather patterns followed by damp conditions and uneven crop prospects. Traders weigh port receipts, futures shifts, and foreign demand while noting limited buying, profit taking, and expectations of colder weather influencing next month’s trading.
Wheat traded quiet then firm toward the close with May and Chicago futures posting gains. Oats and provisions also rose while market sentiment shifted late as shorts covered and better corn prices supported values. Local receipts and cold weather expectations supported strength, though selling pressure kept gains modest.
A chaotic trading day in Chicago reports fear of irregularities and nervousness in wheat pits. Armour concerns and Mason interests influence quotes as rumors claim suppression and manipulation of cereal prices, sending prices fluctuating and market attention toward possible price surges.
For thirty years the oil industry has driven global wealth through production and refining. The district promises even greater profitability, with Standard Oil Company holding the largest and best local assets and facilities for profitable operations.
The report notes fluctuating sentiment in trading circles with a generally large but professional trade. Prices rise and fall for hides and leather goods, with Allen-Miles Co holdings mentioned and buyers showing strong demand on some lots while others drift lower. Cattle figures show varied bidding, with December and January activity cited and a cautious market tone across agents and sellers.
The wool auction sales today featured a large supply mainly of New Zealand crossbreds and American lines. Buyers from England and Cape of Good Hope regions secured significant lots. notable activity occurred in New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, and New Zealand. Wools from Italy and other regions traded with varied grease contents and prices, with overall steady demand and several lines advancing to higher levels.
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