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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1921
Page
14
New York stock session centered on price marking for standard issues. Large bankers attributed gains to reduced bill supply and rising sterling, with industrials and finance firms announcing $57 million in new financing, while some sectors signaled potential rate cuts and market shifts.
Advertises purchasing and selling used furniture pieces including beds and pants like items. Mentions priority on highest prices, cash offers, and second hand furniture sales. Includes names and locations such as Liberty Building and East Man Street, seeking affordable items in various conditions.
The report notes a sharp rise in cotton exports with large gains in production and trade. It highlights wartime demand driving prices, a market value around $600,000,000 in cot ton goods, and substantial shipments to partners, with figures and prices cited in the commodity section. The piece emphasizes international trade shifts and the impact on domestic supply lines and currency values.
Fragmentary obituary item listing deaths and memorials for Anne Bolomvay and others. Mentions funeral at Route residence and Maddiestad, dates in mid month, anniversaries, memorial mass, and references to family and community. Names and places are garbled but indicate multiple bereavements and commemorations.
Baruch outlines a business system to fund farms and improve marketing. The plan envisions corporations for coordinating production and marketing, with grain futures and credit mechanisms. Key figures include Cortlandt J. Thorne on the marketing committee and references to the Union Board of Trade.
Demand for corn caused a bull trend across grains with wheat closing 3-4 cents higher. Rumors of 720,000 bushels of corn exported spurred optimism though crop damage from late winter conditions lingered. Oats drew strength from corn while hogs and provisions followed the grain surge.
Commodities in trading edged higher as export demand supported prices while soft domestic readings limited gains. Grain moved on corn parity with Argentina with traders weighing reports of U S demand and overseas purchases amid early swings in wheat and coffee futures.
Volatile market activity with varied cotton and petroleum notes. Reports show January consumption at 366 270 run units while active ships and exports rise, yet prices stay largely steady with pockets of slight gains and losses.
Estate of William O'Neill deceased intestate creditors and heirs are notified to present their claims by a court loan deadline. others indebted to the estate must promptly settle with John J. Creevy administrator for the town of Palmfield. notices appear in a court session reminder.
After an initial drop, New York coffee futures surged as private reports suggested Brazilian offers were higher and may be canceled, signaling possible progress on the Bradyian loan. By midday, prices climbed 28 to 35 points, shorts covered, and demand appeared steady, especially for distant months.
New York February 14 The sugar market shows sharp moves amid reports of government talks over Cuba crop terms. Futures opened up and then slid, with price swings reflecting potential changes to export terms. Local refiners and buyers watch for guidance as trading remains volatile and prices inch higher on some contracts.
A descriptive catalogue offers a vast assortment of tools and machinery from Wilton and numerous firms. The sale covers engines, lathes, milling tools, and precision instruments, with free delivery and a detailed catalog at the agent's office. The event begins Friday February at ten a.m. at Park Street Tremont Direct.
Notice cites a legislative act imposing personal tax on male residents aged 81 to 6 with several errors in age range. Tax set at two dollars payable to town and state funds. Payments due at local collectors in Bridgeport and other listed offices starting February 12.
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