Dorsen Dry Vools Case Finds Conspiracy To Deceive Court
Referee John W Banks finds Willett Benham Dillon and others conspired to defraud creditors to secure acceptance of a composition offer. He finds inventory falsified to mislead creditors and the court. No fees awarded to receivers. Dillon receives 390 dollars. Largest creditors named include Wheeler Brothers Royal Adjustment and First Bridgeport National Bank. Case began March, concluded December after extensive testimony and 5000 pages of evidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. W. Willett
Dorsen Dry Vools Company
Abrahan
Harry Dosegon
Jack Rosenthal
Willett
F. N. Benham
de Forest. & Klein
John. W. Banks
Dorsen
Wheeler’ Brothers
Royal Adjustment Company
First Bridgeport National ‘Bank
Messrs Willett
Danks
Shaet
Gottstein
Berwin
Benham
Dillon
New York Market Summary for December Butter and Grains
Market notes show butter receipts 79,232 with creamery prices high at 70/71 and extras around 92. Other dairy terms include fresh gathered extras 75 and firsts 70-72. Sugar steady at 9.00, centrifugal 7-8, wheat No 2 red 2.63, corn No 2 yellow 1.61 3-4, No 2 mixed 1.60 3-4. Oats No white 99 cents. Shipping terms: cost and freight New York 102 day shipment.
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New York
State
Pennsylvania
Firth
Cotton New York Market Ends Up Modestly Higher
The cotton market in New York closed steady with a net advance of 2 to 20 points. March contracts rose to around 35.72 and closed at 35.88, from 35.82 the prior night. Early activity was lively before quieting in the afternoon as speculative accounts stabilized. Private cables cited a sensational 158 point Liverpool advance as driving buying by short sellers. Port receipts reached 44,483 and U.S. port stocks stood at 1,608,268.
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New York
SPGE
Liverpool
Set Shorts
Manchester
Coffee futures steady on Brazil trade hopes and peace outlook
Coffee futures in New York closed steady on reports of steadier Brazilian markets, expectations of stronger domestic demand after year end, and a more optimistic peace treaty outlook. The general list rose as much as ten points with January at 4.79, March 15.10, May 15.30, July 15.50, September and October at 15.50.
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New York
Brazil
Sui
Dry Goods Market Sees Quiet Yet Firm Trading
Dry goods markets in New York closed quiet but firm on December 31 with a general rising tendency. Dealers reported higher prices for raw silk, cotton goods, and yarns as buyers faced limited order acceptance due to current backlogs in business.
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York
Wrights Get Damages From French Makers
Paris reports that French airplane companies settled suits against the Wright Company of America alleging violation of fundamental aircraft patents. The suits total about 10 million dollars, with several million dollars expected to be paid by the French concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Wright Company of America
Wright Corporation
Wright Company
Extortion Allegations Against Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company
Boston authorities charged the Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company with sugar profiteering in its chain stores. A formal complaint claims 90 000 pounds of sugar were sold at 18 cents per pound. William J. Davidson, local superintendent, pleaded not guilty. The case was continued until January 8.
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Boston
Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company
A.foramal
The
Wiliam J. Davidson
Million in Bonuses for Johns Manville Sales Force
New York December 21 A New Year bonus totaling 1 000 000 was distributed today by the H W Johns Manville company to its sales force. One thousand men will average 1 000 each. The payout marks a major incentive step for the firm’s nationwide team.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New ‘York
H. W. Johns. Manville Company
Dts
Liberty Bond Prices Reported in New York Market
New York December 1 final prices for Liberty bonds show First 4s at 100.14 and 38, Second 4s at 94.85, Third 4s at 94.78, Fourth 4s at 92.20, Victory 3s at 99.02, and Victory 4% at 95.04. Market notes indicate variations across series with slight shifts from yesterday.
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New York
Dec
Coal Commission Adjourns Session and Plans Inquiries
The President's Coal Commission adjourned after laying groundwork for its bituminous coal industry investigation. Representatives Peale White and Robinson split roles, with hearings not planned in person or at mining centers. Formal district inquiries will request cost sheets for 1919 from active coal concerns, analyzed with federal and engineering assistance.
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Washington
Sii
Reubrand
Peale
O Or
John PP
United States
Federal Trade Commission
Real estate transfers and notices in Bridgeport records
Realty records list numerous property transfers and mortgage actions involving names such as Lucius J. Jordan Edward Merrill Beach Abraham Amsel and Margaret Adams. The entries reference street and avenue parcels including Garden Street Center Street North Main Street and Madison Avenue with parcel sizes from 30 to 80 feet and sums noted in the hundreds to thousands of dollars.
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Abrahar
Amgel
Realty
Barnum and Brookfight
NewUeyrt
Lucius
Jordan Merrill
People’s . Savings Bank
Rosa Scofield Haller
Westy Avenue
Annie B. Loth
Minnie BE. Kain
Tive
Pisces of
Madison -Ave
Mie
Richard A. Brent
John Olson
Alpine Street
Thrabeth Been
Chamberlain
Alfred B. Johnson
Hawley
Rise Sadie
Amalia
Strecky
French+ town road
Mechanics and Farmers
Abraham Amsel
Gentral Avenue
Margaret Adams
Joseph
Morin
Maplewood Avenue
Fannie A. Ober
Bessie Simon
Barnum
Kossuth Street
Johnson
To- William
Stitt
N. Street
Maria’ Mastroian Tol
Charles
Grimwood
Center Street
Fi Beach
Salem Street
Nathan Bittner
Dorothy
Bitt
Lotis
Brawster Street
Samuel M. Beach
Francis
Beach
Charles. Grimwood
Aria
Masstreet
Albert H. Buckingham
Connecticut
FATR
Superior Court
Bridgeport
Mary CG. Buckingham
Bridgeport Post
Michael J
Flanagan
Agat
Fairfield County
Iegis
Stratford
Barnum Avenue
Main’ Street
West Broad Street
Lordship Park
Oronequeé
Putney
Cutspring Road
Wellington
Robert Banville
Garvator
Vigorous Buying Features Market As Year Closes
New York year end stock scene shows heavy buying and widespread selling to realize year end profits. Steel and equipment led gains as United States Steel moves to meet price schedules. American Woolen climbs sharply before profit taking. Bond market strong with Liberty issues and international bonds aiding activity. total par value about 24.65 million.
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New York
Fedesérve ‘Bank
United States Steel Corporation
Industry Board
Conta
American Woolen
Ratification of Peace Not Likely to Affect Trade
Washington officials say ratification of the Versailles peace might not change trade with Germany. Exchange rates and German import decrees create uncertainty, hindering American purchases. State Department and Commerce officials note Germany lacks large food stocks to sell, and fears of potash dumping have not materialized.
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Germany
Washington
Versailles
Iean
Gersmany
State Department
Department of Commerce
America
U M C Association Pays Big Dividend Reported
The U M C Association pays a large dividend to members with a total payout of 18,756.51 dollars after charges. The article notes an annual levy of five cents on money used, and mentions a Ramey series starting January 20. Also reports Pleasant Stovall, a U.S. envoy, traveling from Switzerland to New York with his wife via Amsterdam Rotterdam Bourgone and Plymouth.
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Seport
Switzerland
New York
Pleasant Stovall
United State
Inigter
Navieuw
Amsterdam
Rotterdam
Bourgone
Grain Market Slumps as Call Loan Rates Rise
Chicago dec 31 corn prices fell sharply after advances. A tighter call loan rate weighed on futures with January down to 1.33 1 2 to 1.83 7 8 and May to 1.91 8 4 to 1.32. Oats declined 4 1 2 to 1 8 cent, futures in corn and oats mixed. Provisions held steady to down 35 cents. Market earlier rose with hogs and grain.
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Chicago
Connecticut
District OF Bridgeport
Annie
Whiting
Tate
Bridgeport
Charles
Sherwood
Sherwood ‘Avenue
Mary G. Buckingham
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Dorsens
Wrights
Great A. & P. Ton Co
Allis Chalmers
Car & Foy
A. Cotton Oil, Co. Ae
H&l Prd
Ice Securities
Am. Int. Corp
al . Locomotive
Cali
Petroleum
Cen Leather Co
Cerro de Pasco
Chandler, Motors
Chi M & Gt.p
Bt Chi & Gt West
Oo. & Gr Ww
Ch. Rk. Is
den, & Ri G
Hudson
Beyle
Erie
Gaston, Wil & W
General Electric
General, Motors
Goodrich Co
Ulinbis Central
Inter Harvestér
Inter Paper
Kennecott
Lehigh
Valley
Maxwell Motors
Midvale Stel
Missouri Pacific
Norfolk &West
North, Pacific
N. “Y. Central
Ohio
Pet
Pierre“Arrow
Ire & Steel
Steel Spring
Savon Motors
Sinclair
Sloss .Shef. & Tro
South, Pacific
South
Ray
Ais South
Rail
Stud
Corp
Bieaz. Tenn., Co. Che
Union
United
United ‘Fruit
Us_ Steel
Gian Capper
Vir
Caro
Wabas ‘ i . Guy Do
Ay Ask
Westing Blee
West Maryland
DRY Willys
Overland
Coal Commission
Bértha Kahn
Jennie ‘ G." Whitehead
Obstler
Scheuer
Egene
Teo and Coal Company
Schauer * ‘Company
Teo
Coal
Walton
Berpier Island
Staten Aj
U. M.C Association
Abel “Charters
Marvin Charters
Dee
Connecticut National Bank
Cor. Main and Wall Sts
Bridgeport, Conn
Paul. L. Lue
Panishk Dize
Noth ‘ Tedirs
G. Roberti
John. Rover
Bliz Oo
Roberti Tjani
Corton
T.L. Watson & CO
Cort
Main and
John Streets
Bridgeport Savings Bank
Bridgeport Savings
Bank Corner
Bridgeport Enterprises
People's Home
Benham, Jr
Seas Barnés
A .S. MacKay
Jonathan
Main
Phéne Binur
Anguirs
Guaranty & Trust CO
Main St
Bridgeport,, Conn
John P. Keogh Stocks
A.M. Wooster
U. S
Ommce
City National Bank
Home Savings
P. L. Bolzer
F. T. Staples
James Staples
Insurance Real Estate
American Bank’ and Trust CO
Ave
Ely
the Commercial Bank and Trust CO
Congress
Conn
Ciogk
iLocomobile Company
PEAR
William R. Bull Security
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