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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1907
Page
11
The market saw prices advance on moderate buying with irregular order flow and long pauses in activity. News that the Treasury would buy 25 million of nearly matured 4 percent bonds at 101 5 prompted the most animated buying, amid rumors of growing investor confidence in administration policy toward corporations.
The Boston and Maine Railroad reports for the six months ended Dec 31 1906 show gross earnings of 20 379 882 and total net of 5 946 098 with interest rent and taxes bringing a surplus of 1 892 728 after charges. Operating expenses rose by 1 353 064 due largely to new block signals and rolling stock costing 860 465.
Catholic Young Men's Association hosts Boston college ball with over 2000 in Symphony Hall. Leaders of Catholic circles, politicians, and prominent families attend in lavish gowns as grand march opens and receptions unfold. Notable guests include Mayor John Fitzgerald and dozens of society figures.
The Baxter Royalty Company property already has five mills in operation with at least 50 more planned, promising large revenues. Dividends are expected within the year, declared on par value, possibly eight percent, and the stock could rise to ten times its present price. The opportunity urges immediate investigation while open.
J C Stewart president of Centercreek Mining receives $110,000 from S Y Ramage for a Morgan forty acre lease north of Carterville Missouri. The land yields a sheet ore face of ten to fourteen feet above the 156 foot level with drill holes across the tract. The Baxter Royalty Company holds 5720 acres with ore bodies 14 to 74 feet thick.
Five mills operate on Baxter Springs lands south of Baxter Springs, Oklahoma. Ores lie 20 to 67 feet deep with thicknesses from 27 to 48 feet. The 200 ton to 150 ton mills promise high output. proponents claim room for 300 operations and potential annual net profits near five million dollars. They state ownership of the lands and urge partnership in profits.
The notice promotes a monthly payment plan for stock purchase. A 10 percent down reserves stock, with the buyer gaining price increases as they pay. Various down payments and nine month terms are listed for different share bundles, including 125, 250, 625, 1250, and 10000 shares.
In my mining experience no opportunity matches this one. I guarantee full refund of subscription within 30 days if any investor is unsatisfied with representations. I will also sell holdings after one year on request. Company invites investigation and will cover travel expenses for purchases up to 1000 dollars. Address communications to James H. Manning, Baxter Royalty Company, 778 Bank of Commerce.
The article argues strong demand for Lead and Zinc across industries including paint, rubber, and electrical works. It notes rising prices since 1902, and touts Southwest field companies paying dividends from 24 to 120 percent. It claims near-surface ore, cash buyers, year-round work, and lack of trusts as profit drivers.
Last night employees gathered at Howe Hall for their annual party with Mayor Joan Fitzgerald in attendance after the Boston College event. Notable guests included S. F. Murphy and W. E. Simmons, while Moon dance features and Calciums lighting delighted attendees. The event was led by Wm F Maher and committee with Mitchell, Kolb, Parker, Middleton assisting.
Several hundred dollars were added to the Jordan Marsh Company Mutual Aid Association fund after its first dancing party in Paul Revere Hall last night. Nearly 2000 attended and danced past midnight, with nearly all departments represented. A concert opened the evening with a male quartet and soloists. Grand march led by President Coombs and Mrs Hawkins, with numerous couples and notable guests including firm members and officers.
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