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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1899

Page

6

Market Strength Lifts Downtrodden Stocks in New York and Boston

The market shows relief as New York Clearing House adds 10 million for stock loans and brokers report reduced panic. Boston shares rise despite the Dillaway Starr brokerage firm suspension, with heavy short interest and bargain hunting driving gains and a strong finish. United mining and Centennial exchanges see mixed values while Amalgamated and Parrot rise, and several non dividend issues slip before rebounding. William Rockefeller calls the scare unnecessary and predicts safer buys after year end, with gas supplies to Chartres town noted.

Boston New York New York Clearing House Committee Clearing House Stock Exchange Messrs. Dillaway & Starr Dillaway & Starr Centennial Eureka Mining Company C. A. Hight A. F. Holden Hight Charles H. Cole Sjr F. W. Bachelder E. A. Clark B. W. Palmer Storey, Thorndixe & Palmer Palmer United Fruit Company A. F. Walden B. . Palmer W. H. Coolidge Joseph S. Ricker Centennial Eureka Santa Fe United States CW United States Mining Centennial- Reka Mining Wiich Amalgamated Parrot Boston & Montana Quincy Osceola Met & Hecla Tamarack Utah Centennial Ned Cochiti Folverine Butte & Boston William Rockefeller Henry M. Whitney Cape Reton New England Gas and Coke Company Chartres Orchester

Stock Deposits Roil Mining Shares and Rail News

The report notes a 5 percent aes rate on stock within two years and delays at Elm River mine causing layoffs. It details Clearing House certificate handling, Old Colony Trust Company deposits, and a six month validity for the agreement. Also mentions Rio Grande Western dividend, Old Colony as transfer agent, and various mining stock quotations and dividends.

Elm River Boston Clearing House Committee United States Old Colony Trust Company United States Mining Pooling Committee Rio Grande Western Railroad Centennial-Eureka Mining Company Boston Consolidated Fortuna-Republica Little Tiger Bay State Gas Navaho Boston Buffalo Idaho New England J. A. Coram John D. Bryant Francis Blake Ariel H. Crocker George A. Crocker Edward 8. Dodge Frank W. Reynolds Charles F. Robinson Boston & Albany Railroad Company New York Central Railroad Company International Paper Company Buckiminster Quicksilver Napa Twa New Idria Pinkham

Wheat Markets Show Mixed Signals Amid War Scare

London and New York trading desks report mixed activity as wheat opens weaker in Chicago while Liverpool cash prices edge higher. Foreign buying is light and sentiment steadies after a dampened war scare. Bradstreet notes a drop in visible supply.

Howard Crosby Liverpool Chicago New York England Bradstreet Prime

Protest Against Lease of Boston and Albany Railroad

A postal circular opposing the lease of the Boston and Albany to the New York Central has been mailed to B and A stockholders. It accuses the Central of subsidizing traffic and lacking security, urging stockholders to revoke proxies and attend or send substitutes to the Boston box 1955 meeting.

Boston &Albany New York Central John D. Bryant Francis Blake Ariel H. Crocker Dward Dodge Frank W. Reynolds Charles P. Robinson Beeston & Albany Railroad Company Boston & Albany Boston

Compliment to Lowry Parker at Berkeley's entertainment

A child reader Lowry Parker was honored last evening at Berkeley's with a complimentary entertainment. Mrs F Parker assisted by Ada Brown Edith Mayall Bullet Wells Clara Newman Mrs I Parker and Herman Goldstein presented scenes from Ingomar and Romeo and Juliet to great favor. A Boston & Albany rail road offers a Wagner sleeping car berth from Boston to Chicago for $2 with departures on select days from 10 30 am and 3 30 pm.

Lowry Parker Berkeley S'Emple F. Parker Ada Brown Edith Mayall Bullet Wells Clara Newman I. Parker Herman Goldstein Ingomar Boston Chicago Boston & Albany Raiload Washington Street

Squire's Credit IRS Ties Complex Across Firms

The John P. Squire Company and related firms operated under multiple names and shared ownership, making bankruptcy and debt tracking intricate. Creditors were assured of loyalty and aid as the business sought to resume operations, while an official financial statement was being prepared. Dillaway had worked tirelessly to avert an assignment but failed.

John P. Squire Squire Company Squire Dillaway

New York Investors Consider Broadway National Bank Buy

Creditor meeting aims to speed progress as New York and Boston bankers discuss plans. Mr Chaplin says New York capitalists may buy the bank, taking on its indebtedness, with par or less price and Broadway stock rising after a deal. Names of interested parties not disclosed.

New York Boston Chaplin Broadway National Bank Squire Broadway Squires

Dillaway and Starr Bankers Assign to Hovey Amid Mining Stock Decline

Dillaway and Starr bankers at 42 Water street assigned to E. C. Hovey after a drop in United States Mining Company stock triggers the move. Officials insist there is no asset-liability statement yet, no speculation, and hope arises from a favorable mining result. The firm, begun in 1891, faced public concern over margin and creditor protection as the case unfolds.

Dillaway & Starr Water Street E. C. Hovey United States Post Dillaway Starr C. F. W. Dillaway George H. Flint Albert W. Lawrence Hovey United States Mining Company

Remarkable case of stomach trouble cured by Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets

Dr Redwell recounts a long standing case of acute stomach trouble and chronic dyspepsia improved by Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets. After four boxes the patient gained 10 to 12 pounds, no acidity or bloating remained, and appetite returned. The tablets, made by F A Stuart Co Marshall Michigan, are sold nationwide for 50 cents with a free little book on stomach diseases available.

Dr. Redwell Stuart F. A. Stuart Co Marshall, Mich I. A. Stuart Co

Wall Street Ends Turbulent Session Amid Bear Panic

Bears faced a selloff frenzy as bulls moved to cover short sales and drive up prices. Traders, banks, and government deposits offered liquidity while rates fell from 25 to 2 percent. London quotes hinted at recovery as General Buller’s rumor influenced sentiment.

New York Wall Street Stock Exchange Bears Secretary of the Treasury London Buller

Tale of Two Dogs Gina Had No Visible Means of Support Except Legs

A police officer detains an individual amid a case described as the tale of two dogs. The court intervenes by assigning a job to Mr. Green to address the matter and provide support.

Gina

Rival Claimants for Andy in Dorchester Dog Dispute

Two men contend over a dog named Andy in a Dorchester case. J M Green, treasurer of the New England Anti-Vivisection Society, accused Officer J A McDonald of improper conduct after a dog impasse on Fremont street. Thomas Plant, James H. OConnell and the dog Andy figure in a second dispute about ownership and custody. The cases were heard by Commissioner Clark and Judge Brown.

Eecanarpes Clark J. M. Green Elmo Street Dorchester New England Anti-Vivisection Society Animal Rescue League J. A. McDonald Station 2 Fremont Street O’connell Tom Anday Plant Frank E. Harver Arone Connell

Market Recovers Some From Boston Brokerage Fallout

The report of a brokerage failure in Boston prompted fear and unrest, but a study of the trust company’s collapse and its securities shows the event was not as catastrophic as feared. Money rates rose due to collateral quality, with industrials sparking renewed activity and notable, though partial, price gains from the day’s lows.

Boston

Wing May Report Today on Broadway National Bank

Receiver Wing of the Broadway National Bank will submit a report to Comptroller Dawes today to decide if the bank may resume business. Wing hints the examiner’s report may allow reopening after a reorganization reducing the Squire influence and creditors may keep deposits to steady the bank during relief. Francis Sears says the clearance house notes an improved outlook and a strong market with heavy orders as brokers liquidate debts.

Wing Broadway National Bank Dawes Squire Boston Financial News Neral Bank Francis B. Sears Clearance House

Salvation Army funds deated causing cash needs for meals and relief

Salvation Army funds at Broadway National Bank are depleted and cannot cover Thanksgiving meals or rent. Cashier Frederic H. Curtis has lent $2000 to meet obligations. The group plans Christmas dinners for 5000 in Mechanics Building and winter relief, plus monthly sleeping quarters for 13,000 at low cost. An appeal seeks $5000 in subscriptions to fund operations and aid.

Salvation Army Broadway National Bank Ederic H. Curtis Mechanics Army

Port Jervis Bank Suspends Operations Amid Money Market Strain

The National Bank of Port Jervis in New York announced a temporary suspension due to stringency in the New York money market. The move is linked to a recent defalcation by L. Goldsmith, the assistant cashier.

New York National Bank of

Perishable Dog Disputed Payment Impresses Court

In a quirky hearing Plant argued he paid for a dog and asked its value. The court noted Tom had recovered the hound and discharged O Connell, while Plant quipped the animal was a perishable particle.

Plant Tom O'Connell

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