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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1902
Page
2
In New Orleans and woods markets, cotton futures showed volatility as December and March contracts swung after a surprising crop report. Buyers returned late, prices rallied briefly then pulled back, with daily totals around 2,400 bales traded and overall activity restrained by nervous demand and weather indicators.
Fragmented OCR notes report mixed showers across districts with blunted temperatures. Por and Indian totals show rainfall in two consecutive days with readings around fair to moderate levels. Brenham and nearby areas logged measurable rain and cooler air moving in from the south.
Bond quotations list the U S registered securities by denomination and issuing railroad and canal lines with notes on coupon status and adjustments. Includes US 2s 3s 4s 5s and various conversions and incomes from lines such as Atchison Baltimore and Ohio Chesapeake and Ohio Central of Georgia Chicago and Alton pending closing quotations.
Sea Island cottons and weekly statistics from Savannah Betheston and Liverpool include receipts sales exports and stocks. Reports cover Liverpool wock notes New Orleans exchange figures on business levels and movements into early October with year over year comparisons.
The Department of Agriculture statistician’s report for September 25 records an average cotton condition of 68.3, down from August and October estimates, with a ten year mean of 68.9. The table lists state by state October trends and notes declines across most states, Texas included, while Missouri shows no deterioration and Texas faces a low estimate supported by collateral data from railroads and mills.
Cotton trade reports show rising week totals for U S mills and exports with gains over last year and the season. World visible supply stands at 1 936 121 bales with increases over prior periods and regional stock changes across the United States Egypt India and Europe. New York spot cotton remains steady while quotations move.
Cotton products in New York Memphis and New Orleans show a mixed session with futures active while spot trading remains dull. Prices touch prime crude and refined oil ranges from 26 to 44 cents per unit, with cotton seed meal offered around 21 to 27 dollars per ton in various markets.
Trading in corn dominated the session with strong higher prices aided by unfavorable weather. December corn closed up, wheat showed slight strength, and provisions rose. Cotton prices moved higher in Atlanta as the mood shifted on the bureau’s September condition and shipping demand, while stocks and currency transfers in New Orleans and Chicago signaled broader market activity.
Reports of heavy rain and damage in Arkansas and Texas coincided with volatile cotton and grain markets. Bureau figures sparked a brief rally before prices slipped. ports showed large day totals versus last year while Liverpool opened lower yet rebounded on sector demand. Grain futures firmed on strong buying, with December corn and wheat posting gains as weather woes persisted and outside interests stepped in.
The U S government reports the cotton crop condition at 58.3 area wide and 63 in Texas, far below prior lows. Outlook expects a very small crop under 9.5 million bales and prices may rise to 10 cents a pound. Prices for pork, lard, and beef products are listed from Chicago and Cincinnati markets.
Atlanta wholesale prices October 2 and 3 list Coffees from Arbuckles Lion Cordova and Blue Ribbon at about 10 to 10.65 per 100 pounds. Open kettle Strup and New Orleans varieties run 28 to 45 cents. Dairy items include butter 16 to 22 cents, eggs 18 to 19 cents per dozen, cheese fall cream 1 1/2 to 2. Also apples peaches melons grapes and bananas with crate and per bunch prices. Live poultry hens 20 to 32 cents, ducks and pigeons 1.00 per bushel, cabbage 13 to 71 dollars per 100 pounds.
The Metal Market reports tin easing after London sessions with spot around £914 and futures near £10 1. Copper stays dull and cheaper with standard price near 10.65. Electricity and lead move modestly in London and New York. English iron softens slightly with Glasgow at 1s 0d and Middlesbore at 6s 2d. Market movement continues on page twelve.
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