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Newspaper
Bridgeport Standard Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1919
Page
16
May 15 report notes varied trading with millions of shares changing hands. The index fluctuated as several leaders dipped while others rose, with some gains around five points in late forenoon trading and broader volatility shaping the session.
The May 15 wire notes wheat flour relief purchases and cotton futures with prices listed. Cotton futures opened steady at May 15 with May 28 at 55 and October around 25.40, while January and spot prices showing steady middling levels.
May Chicago trading saw unexpected corn scarcity and a material advance though most dealers expected opposite. July corn at 1.64 1/4, September 1.56 7/8. oats up 3/4 to 1/4, provisions up to 50 cents. Government wheat sales cited as largely discounted, weather and export sales boosting oats and May contracts.
The latest rise in American Car and Foundry stock signals higher valuation for this premier railway car equipment company. Rumors point to higher dividends in June and new orders from both domestic and foreign sources. Analyzed on February 14, the stock is seen as reasonably priced given strong management and financial position.
Market summary for hogs cattle sheep and lambs with price ranges and opening closing notes. Includes weights, grades, and tomorrow's outlook from Chicago trading pits, with figures for hogs sows pigs and cattle and reference to Colorado spring lambs and yearling wethers.
Today the Investment Bankers Association and Board of Governors hold meetings at White Sulphur Springs. The agenda includes a crucible and dividend discussions, weekly grains exports, Bradstreet notes, and Ohio Cities Gas ex-dividend sale details.
Theatre page reviews a vaudeville bill led by Charley Judels and the Sporting Widows with Harry Cooper. Performers include Lewis and Leonia and the Tiller Sisters with songs and dances. Manager Poli advertises four shows on Saturday. The Sporting Widows offers two comedians performing sans makeup to strong audience response. Cooper delivers notable Kipling inspired recitations. Le Veau ranks among the cast’s most popular members.
In New York on May 135 call money firm at 6 with bids at 6 3 4 and offers at 6 East Joan and 3 4. Bank acceptances quoted around 4 1 4.
A vintage style beauty ad urges bleach to erase freckles for a clear, smooth complexion. It promises noticeable results with daily use, removing blotchy skin and offering a youthful appearance, claiming the process is worthwhile despite potential discomfort.
Vigorous men and women are urged to buy Wendell's Ambition Pills from Hindle Pharmacy and Hartigan's drug stores with a money back guarantee. The ad claims two days to feel better and a week to feel fine, promising renewed vigor and old-time confidence or a refund. A 50 cent box is promoted with dealer authorization to guarantee satisfaction.
A vintage medical advertisement asks if back ache and dizziness plague you and claims Conan's Kidney Pills cure thousands of cases. It presents kidney weakness symptoms and urges readers to try this special remedy, emphasizing strong endorsement and relief.
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