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Bluefield Daily Telegraph

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 11, 1929

Page

11

Credit tightening cools activity on New York exchange

New York traders bid cautiously as mid month settlement looms. Volume dropped to 2,201,230 shares with many issues rising or falling on rumors of rate changes and tax payments due June 15. U S Steel reported May tonnage decline, while Commonwealth Power rallied on merger rumors and other equities moved with limited excitement.

New York Federal Reserve Treasury Wall United States Steel Corporation Wall Street Commonwealth Power Commonwealth and Southern Corporation Federal Light and Traction National Distillers Tasues U. S. Industrial Alcohol General Asphalt Ths Fleischmann Allis Chalmers American Bank Note Lambert Warren Bros Colorado Springs Indiana Refining Texas Corporation Hudson Packard Wright General Motors Auburn U. S. Steel Allied Chemical Curtis International Telephone National Biscui Stromberg Woolworth Mul Manufacturing Pittsburgh Philadelphia

Bond Market Relapses as Volume Nears Year Low

The bond market slipped today with the first declines of the month and a $7,000,000 par value traded, the lowest year turnover. Rail and utility shares eased while Bethlehem Steel refundings hit a new low. Norfolk and Western 6s fell to a 1929 low amid weak rail demand. Convertibles lagged except American Telephone, and foreign French bonds drew the best bids.

New York Ralle Bethlehem Steel Norfolk and Western United States

Money market rates in New York drift across short term loans

Call money firm at 8 with a high 8 and low 7 and a ruling 7. close 8. Time loans easier with 30 days at 8 percent, 60 to 90 days at 8, and 4 to 6 months at 8. Prime commercial paper at 6, bankers acceptances unchanged.

New York

Government Bond Prices Open With Mixed Treasury Values

United States government bonds in New York on June 10 show Liberty 248 at 9.4 and First 4s at 98.12. Fourth 4% at 98.23 and Treasury 48 at 106.15 while Treasury 48 maturing at 103.16 are listed.

New York United States Liberty Treasury

Mixed Foreign Exchange Rates Across Markets

Foreign exchanges in New York show varied quotes with different countries listed. The report provides demand figures and cable rates for Great Britain France Italy Belgium Germany Holland Norway Sweden Denmark Switzerland Spain Greece Poland Czechoslovakia Yugoslavia Austria Romania and Montenegro across bills and cables.

New York Great Britain France Italy Belgium Germany Holland Norw Sweden Degmar Switzerland Spain Greece Poland Czechoslovakia Jugo Slavia Austria Rumania Tebe A Bhatia Beiow Monivoak

Butter prices show little change in Chicago market

Butter trading in Chicago on June 10 shows no material change with several quoted scores and percentages across different lots. Centralized quotes include a 99 score at 42 percent and multiple bids around 41 to 43 percent, reflecting steady demand and limited variation.

Chicago

Sugar futures edge lower as market holds steady

New York June 10. Raw sugar shows no sales and little change. Prices open unchanged then dip. July at 1.61, Sept 1.70, Dec 1.77, Jan 1.79, March 1.86, May 1.93. Refined fine granulated listed at 5.00.

New York

Dry goods markets inch down as mills hold August prices

New York June reports show cloth markets ending firm prices with curtailment plans for June and July. Mills decline business for August at current prices while Calcutta burlap markets remain unchanged. Spot raw milks at home and abroad stay firmer and steady.

New York Calcutta

Fragmentary Investment Ledger Items From Bluefield WV

A jumble of financial entries shows firms and stocks with figures like 52.00 and 190.00, referencing Bluefield West Virginia and First National Bank Building. The list includes coal companies and possible loan or gift stock notes with varied prices and market references.

Poultry Price List From New York Markets

New York poultry quotations show irregular figures with fresh and frozen chickens fowls and turkeys. The report lists varieties such as nearby hennery white brown and Pacific coast white with discounts and markups noted, including receipts and grade percentages.

New York Dre Reed Hennery Hennery Brown Pacific Coast

Market Prices Report From Pittsburgh June 10

U S Department of Agriculture prices show moderate demand for produce. Carload ranges include cabbase 60 lb crates at 1.25 to 1.50, onions 60 lb sacks near 1.75, potatoes 150 lb sacks 1.55 to 2.00, green mis Maine 2.25, No. 1 cobbler stock 4.00 to 4.75. Butter eggs poultry cheese and live poultry rates listed with regional variations.

Pittsburgh U. S. Dept. of Agriculture Tennessee Texas Buehel Michigan Maine South Carolina Virginia New York

United States War Effort Updates in Chicago June 10

Chicago report outlines wartime measures and public responses as the United States accelerates production and mobilization. Officials urge support and detail upcoming coordinating efforts across industries and transportation.

Wheat prices slip on supply fears and rains in key regions

World wheat supplies near 900 million bushels, dampening values as rainfall in Canadian and Argentine districts influences prices. Wheat closes down 3 4 to 3 5 8 cents, corn falls about 2 4 cents, oats ease around 1 1 2 cents, with mixed moves in provisions.

Canada Argentine

Toledo Grain Prices Reported for Wheat Corn and Oats

Toledo on June 10 reports wheat No 1 red at 1.19 to 1.20 per bushel, corn No 3 yellow 95 14 4 percent, oats No 2 White 49 60, barley No 2 61 62, rye No 2 1.04, clover seed cash domestic old and new at 16.00, cash imported old 12.75 new 13.25.

Toledo

Pittsburgh Livestock Prices and Receipts Report

Pittsburgh market reports hogs receipts 5,000 with prices 10 15 lower. cattle receipts 900 with mixed quotes for weights and grades. calves 1,259 receipts with firm prices. sheep 1,800 receipts weak to lower with varied bids. Includes hogs cattle calves and sheep price ranges and week’s movement.

Baltimore Livestock Prices Reported From June 10 Auction

Baltimore June 10 cattle receipts 450 with steers mixed high and low ranges. Heifers and cows show varied values across good to common grades. Sheep and lambs receipts 1,000 with lamb prices around 12.00 and 7.00. Hogs receipts 1,900 with varied weights and prices. Calves receipts 550 with prices near 6.00 to 15.50.

Pittsburgh S. Dept. Agriculture Baltimore

Chicago Livestock Hogs Receipts Rise Following Direct Trade

Chicago June 10 hogs receipts total 58 000 with 26 900 direct sales noted by the U S Department of Agriculture. Market activity shows varied demand as buyers and sellers gauge prices and supply in Chicago trading.

Chicago U. S. Dept. of Agriculture

Elks Lodge to Honor Flag Day at City Auditorium

Bluefield Elks Lodge No. 269 will host a public Flag Day program at the city auditorium on Friday June 14 at 7 45 p m Speakers include James S Kahle W W McNeal and PD KEK French each for ten minutes The program features America Spirit of 76 and Star Spangled Banner with Beaver high school orchestra and band Organizers invite patriotic groups and the public to attend

Bluefield Lodge B. P.O Elks City Elk Lodges James S. Kahle W. W. McNeal PD. Kek French America Beaver High School Paul Tabor Edward Gregory Billy Gilkerson E.ka Lions Quartette Columbia Ocean James Kahle McNeal James Emmett Jones Senator Frenca Caesar Ronconi Angelo Sarah Bowen Roneconi Henry Rodan Elks Lodge Beaver Orchestra

Hog and cattle market report with price ranges

Hog prices show 250 lb animals steady to 10 lower. heavier weights 10 to 15 lower. Top 11.25 for 160 to 220 lbs. Shippers top 7,900. cattle receipts 16,000 with most killing classes strong to 25 higher. Lambs steady with bulk 16.00 to 16.50. feeders varied by weight. Listed are weights and price ranges for pork, beef, and sheep categories across multiple classes.

Dillon Named Executive Secretary Of State Crippled Council

Charleston June 10 Mrs Jean T Dillon field worker for the division of child hygiene was named executive secretary of the state crippled children's council at a meeting presided by Dr A T Yost. The group discussed plans for using the council's 40000 annual appropriation and heard remarks from Harry Howett and Marian Williamson.

Charleston W. Va Jean T. Dillon Division of State Health Department State Crippled Children’s Council A.T. Yost Clarksburg Harry Howett International Crippled Children's Councill Marian Williamson Kentucky Commission Dr. Post W. T. Henshaw W. 8. Lankin State Board of Control W. C. Cook Mary L. Yager Board of Children’s Guardians

Frank Houston Plans Move to Bluefield from Elkhorn

Frank Houston of Elkhorn, well known in Southern West Virginia coal circles, has leased the Harry M. Waugh home on Spring Grove Avenue and will move his family to Bluefield later this month. Mrs. Waugh and children prepare to travel to Columbus as Mr. Waugh works on a railroad contract. Houston, formerly with Koppers Coal until May 1, now oversees outside work on remaining Houston estate coal properties and supervises office duties. He is highly regarded in mining circles and Bluefield residents look forward to his arrival.

Frank Houston Elkhorn West Virginia Harry M. Waugh Spring Grove Avenue Bluefield Waugh Columbus Houston Koppers Coal Company Hourston

Madge Bellamy Shines In Very Confidential at Granada

Madge Bellamy stars in Very Confidential directed by James Tinting at the Granada. Her wit and gowns elevate the comedy drama with bold character work and thrilling moments. Supporting cast includes Mary Duncan Pat Canning Joseph Cawthorn and Marjorie Beebe.

Madge Bellamy James Tinting Granada Jamcs K. McGuinness Randall H. Faye Miss Bellamy Mary Duncan Pat Canning Joseph Cawthorn Marjorie Beebe

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