Copper Stocks Rally as Market Stagnates in Dull Session
New York stocks opened dull with total trading around 1 million shares as pressure and irregular price moves dominated. Copper issues led a bright spot with Anaconda and other copper names advancing about a point, while Texas Pacific Coal and Oil showed strength on improved market conditions. Tobacco shares held gains briefly, reserve banking data showed a thaw in credits, and the Fed set a large government withdrawal from banks and trust firms.
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Hub Legislature To Probe Doubtful Securities
The commission urges passage of laws to regulate uncertain securities and require deposits under the state banking commissioner. It cites Charles Ponzi and his 49 percent interest scheme as a danger to investors, warning such fraud could reoccur without stronger statutes.
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State Income Tax Opposed by People Declares Blodgett
Hartford January 17 Commissioner William H Blodgett said public sentiment opposed enacting a state income tax by the legislature to cover next two years expenses. He favored greater revenue from the four mill tax on intangible securities and a proposed new tax on autos. He noted expected need to raise about 2,596,909 and a total next two years cost of 4,040,008 under current laws. He had not yet drafted tax bills for presentation.
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Shah of Persia Still on Throne, Minister Asserts
Official news from Teheran states the Shah remains on the throne as cited by a British minister. Rumors of abdication were denied in a message to the Persian government. The uncertain reports and misprints in the dispatches are noted, with no confirmation of a change in rulership.
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Re builders of autos taxed as manufacturers in new ruling
Washington January 17 officials say firms that build or install automobile tops or bodies on new or old frames are manufacturers and subject to tax. Regulations issued tonight by the bureau of internal revenue apply to tops and bodies used in vehicle fabrication and include rules on parts and duties for nonessential components.
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Cattle and Hogs Market Mixed as Receipts Slide
Livestock prices show mixed movement with cattle steady to higher on demand for heavier 139 to 980 pound steers and heifers, hogs steady to up 16 cents, sheep receipts near 28,000 with many classes holding or slipping slightly. Stronger demand for top-grade beef and feeder lambs offsets some softening in lighter cattle and several small lots.
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Reipia
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Local Market Receipts and Fresh Produce Summary
Fragmentary grocery listing shows eggs butter and fresh produce with scattered prices and quantities. Mentions western henhouse, potatoes, Maine beef, Maryland sourcing, and Long Island shipments. Text is incomplete with many illegible items and unclear totals.
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Aire
St. Browne
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House Committee Seeks Answers on Germany Efforts
The House Ways and Means Committee plans to question Germany impact on U S industry after hearings on permanent tax revision. A W Lincoln of Boston Bank is to testify, having gathered data during a trip to Germany. The panel moves next to wood and wood products, with witnesses mostly opposing a lumber tariff.
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Long Term Credits And Investments Urged by Harding
Governor Harding told Newark merchants that long term credits and investments in European securities are needed to supplement ordinary banking as Europe rebuilds. He urged financing foreign trade, maintaining European ties, and selling surplus U.S. production abroad to support postwar recovery. He noted revised export credit programs and called for new agencies to finance Europe with long term credit.
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Senate panel backs sugar control measure in crisis
Washington January Senate Agriculture committee approved authorisation for the sugar hoard to take over a sugar purchasing agency to secure supply during shortages. The measure estimates the purchase at 1.3 million dollars as prices fell since the sugar was bought.
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Realty Records Quit-Claim Deeds and Attachments Listed
Real estate transfers include quit-claim deeds involving multiple parcels on Wilson Street and Herkimer Street, corner lots on Con. Heliout and Mechanics avenues, and a fuel-fridge parcel on Water Street. Attachments mention Joseph Issusewhi against Nick Tupurodny and The Fremington Arms against Meeny Teo Company for property at Bunnell Street and Cens trabs Avenue.
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Liberty Bonds SAC YORI Report Clipped in OCR Card
Fragmentary OCR text appears to reference Liberty Bonds and SAC YORI with scattered numbers and names. The readable portions mention ages and figures like 87 and 45, plus references to months or roles, but specifics are unclear. The item seems to be a damaged notices-style fragment with financial or war bond context.
Backers of Exchange Measures In Congress Do not Expect Action
In Washington January one group of proponents of bi to regulate future exchanges say hearings may lay groundwork for action in the next session. Two witnesses, Bert Hoover and Clifford Thorne, are set to testify as the agricultural committee moves to study the topic. Kellogg commission could oversee an in depth inquiry, while traders vow to curb manipulation and resist abrupt changes that could hurt the market. Wheat growers note shrinkage in value amid unsettled prices for the year.
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Wheat and grain futures rise amid export remand in Chicago
Persistent export remand pushed wheat values higher with March at 1.78, May at 3.4 to 165 1-4. oats and rye mixed as provisions edged up. European bidding for sy m bond and agri policy notes surfaced. corn and oats showed uneven gains as hogs and stock activity varied.
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Cotton market shows sharp cover and steady close
In Cotton New York trading on January 17 the market rose briefly with March rising from 19.88 to 16.48 and closing around 1631. The general market steadied with a net advance of about 18 points amid disappointing Liverpool cables and selling by Liverpool connections. Shipments from New Orleans and arrivals in New York failed to ease pressure as buyers remained active for delivery while May and October futures posted gains before settling off the day’s high.
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Shipping News From A Fragmented Port Ledger
Fragmentary OCR notes show cargo movements and ship routes between New York Philadelphia Sydney and Liverpool with sailors’ names and quoted statuses. The garbled text lists vessels, destinations, and possible trade links, indicating a periodical shipping brief rather than a cohesive narrative.
Market report shows no sales change in sugar refiners
Fragmented market notes indicate sugar futures and refinery prices remained steady with no reported sales, while bulk wholesale prices firmed slightly in some sectors. Trade activity appears muted as refiners list prices but overall demand stays flat.
Dry Goods News and Price Cuts Today
Fragmented text notes a dry goods market event with price reductions and bold offers. Mentions vendors likely named Willie Fransade and Yance, and purchases or orders set for April 1. Descriptions imply broad product lines and lower price levels.
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Mexico probes rights of foreign stockholders
Mexico investigates the rights of foreign shareholders after a Supreme Court decision depriving certain investors of collateral and voting rights. The move, urged by American and British holders, seeks reconsideration and clarification of government instructions on expropriation and protections for foreign claimants.
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Coffee futures weaken amid liquidation and thin demand
Reports of master Tin exchange and quotes spurred selling in the coffee futures market during early trading. Prices tumbled with March and May futures dropping, then recovered slightly before closing near unchanged, as exchange rates and refiners' buying power influenced activity.
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Grain Market Summary From Regional Trading Notes
Grain prices show mixed activity with spring and winter wheat steady while corn and oats move modestly. Soybeans and oils edge higher as buyers note firm demand. pork and crude oil prices are reported with variances across firms and regions.
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