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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1923
Page
34
Report notes weakened market due to rising native tomato supplies and fluctuating prices. Observations mention canned corn, greens, veal, and beef receipts, with lower grades visible and new bottling trends affecting livestock and produce.
Shares fell across the board in response to a price-curbing war, with Standard Oil of Indiana slumping after initial cuts and later partial recovery. Imperial Oil and Canadian firms saw minor declines, while Kansas and Kentucky gas stocks weakened. Crude steel rumors and smaller producers sparked additional pressure as industrials drifted lower and some mining stocks showed small, uneventful moves.
Turbulent early trading after heavy selling of oil shares and liquidation across refining and pipeline issues. Stocks fluctuated with gains in Baldwin and UL & Lee offset by declines in German marks and mixed performances among American Can, Studebaker, and Dupont. Trading activity showed a cautious recovery by session close amid industrials-led gains and widespread liquidity measures.
In a subdued session, lead futures hold steady as traders note nearby delivery dates. Spot prices for metals edge higher with limited supply concerns while the market awaits further signals from producers and buyers.
Milk delivered to homes rises again as the average retail price of standard test milk climbs to about sixty one percent above 1919 levels, per a Department of Labor nationwide price investigation. Dairymen deny benefiting, while shippers say rising costs press consumers, with history noting milk prices peaked in 1920 before easing.
An analysis argues that Russia pursues expansion in Asia while maintaining Western interests. It notes tensions with Britain over empire and the need to balance with Germany, France, and Poland amid shifting alliances and regional power plays.
Liberal receipts of tomatoes from nearby farms and sharp price declines mark the morning wholesale market. Beans, peppers, and onions show mixed demand with steady to firm prices. sweet corn and peaches feature ample supply, while apples and tomatoes command notable figures amid earlier week trends.
Traders faced a tough session with bonds under pressure as the market finished on a weak note. U.S. government issues and international issues including Paris Lyons Mediterranean bonds moved lower while industrials showed broad softness.
A series of real estate transfers lists numerous warranty deeds. Names include Minnie With, Frank and Bear Page. Soniina Leaoer. Maximilian St. Herman FH. Seeley Street. Thomas Lomas. John K. Neary. T. Staples. Mary Borritt. Frank T. Staples. Lawrence B. Pease. Catherine Pease. Erasmus Ochomart. Bringet B. Ford. Frank Page. Eva F. Tareso. The North Bank and Trust Company. Mechanics and Farmers Savings Bank. Properties involve Beechwood Avenue, Whitney Avenue, Ida Street, Ardmore Avenue, and Capitol Avenue with prices ranging around $1,500 to $2,200 and up to $2,000.
Fragmentary OCR shows dairy product terms and prices with scattered figures and references to creamery extras, skins Tower, Pacific, and textuits firsbs. No coherent event or names. appears to be a disrupted prices list or advertisement page fragment from a dairy products section.
A市场 report shows US grain prices slipping with September at 88 and December at 103 as selling accelerates. Wheat and corn exhibit downward pressure amid fears of shipping disruptions and French-German tensions, while fresh crop estimates and export prospects offer limited support.
GCHESAGO Aug 14 The survey by the National Association of Building Owners and Managers shows 20 percent of tenants in 72 skyscrapers are lawyers. Of 3% tenants confessed 859 were lawyers, followed by investment houses and real estate firms. Banks trust companies and insurance firms also occupy space. Thirty-eight different business bases were found housed in the buildings.
Aug 4 report lists staple commodity prices with comparisons to one year ago. Wheat oats rye corn and other grains noted alongside sugar bran and other items. The garbled OCR presents price quotes and terms for various commodities, reflecting market listings and changes from the prior year.
An unclear note references a money rating and two offers from unknown entities. No verifiable names, dates, or places are readable, making specifics difficult. The fragment suggests financial terms or assets but lacks context for a proper summary.
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