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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 19, 1920

Page

19

Shipping Dividend Sinks Market Amid Broad Shares Drop

A sharp drop in shipping stocks followed the American International dividend payment, with many issues making new low records. Prices fell one to two points on seasoned stocks, with American International leading losses. Despite late rally attempts, liquidation continued to the close as 1,145,000 shares were traded and funds briefly offered lower money rates.

Broadan Wall New York American Internatonal Corporation Americcan International Pursons Wiakess American International International Mercantile Marine Atlantic Gulf O& West Indies United Fruit

Grain Chicago Declines After Field Day Trading

In Chicago grain markets on November 18 reports show wheat hitting new lows after government controls ended. Liquidating corn and oats sales drove prices down with December at 1.80 1 2 and March at 1.68 3 4, while oats fell to 1 1 4. Provisions ranged from 30 cents down to 20 cents up.

Chicago Beass

New England Hartford Rail Bonds Authorized for 95 Million

The New York New England and Hartford railroad was authorized to issue 95 million dollars in bonds and pledge all or part of the issue as loan security. Provisions set 80.3 million due October 31, 1930 and 15 million due October 21, 1995. A seat on the New York Stock Exchange sold for 35 thousand dollars, record price 115 thousand dollars set in January.

Washington New York, New England and Hartford Railroad Sals New York New York Stock Exchange

Bridgeport’s Finest Restricted Colonial House for Sale

This highly restricted Bridgeport residence by DeVer H. Warner features a central hall plan with a large living and dining area, sun parlor, servant quarters, two private baths for guests, three floors with extensive closets, and modern amenities. It sits on a 202 by 250 footing with a four-car garage, chauffeur quarters, and gas utilities, offered at a sacrifice under liberal terms to suitable buyers. For further particulars apply to the seller.

Bridgeport DeVer H. Warner

Banks See $400 Million Deposit Drop Across Nation

Washington November report by the Comptroller shows national bank deposits fell by over 400 million from June to September. Total deposits stood at 16.75 billion, with total resources down 11.3 million, while loans and discounts rose. New York banks suffered a 456 million drop, contrasting with a 82.7 million regional gain.

Washington Oh Williams New York

Cotton Prices Slide on Southern Offerings and Domestic Curtailment

Cotton in New York and Cotton New York report lower spot offers tied to southern shipments and rice, with January at 18.36 and close 16.48. Market mood is steady to lower, with exports 28,517 and port stock 1,381,595. Analysts forecast continued deflation and slower business into mid-winter, awaiting revival in spring with cautious optimism from industry leaders.

New York U. S

Dry goods prices ease in New York market report

Dry goods prices weakened again in New York today with dull yarns and unchanged raw silk as business remained very small. Robbers noted very quiet quilt business. Calcutta shipments of burlaps to this country in October reached 62,500,000 yards as announced.

New York Calcutta

Average stock prices and market movement noted

The article discusses stock price movements and market hopes tied to crops and funds, noting a supposed shift toward financial relief and recovery. It references departments and crops, with a focus on economic stabilization and prosperity outcomes.

Receiver Appointed for Leslie Leeds Inc in Stratford

On petition by James W. Leslie owner of 735 shares of common stock Ivan L. Morehouse of Stratford named temporary receiver for Leslie Leeds Inc Stratford manufacturers of safety razors Bond of 50000 furnished and approved by Judge W M Maltbie Hearing set December 3 for confirmation of the receiver The corporation capitalized at 600000 with one half common and one half preferred stock 1998 shares sold valued at 195800 stockholders James W Leslie and Albert Philips cited as principals unable to agree on business concept.

James W. Leslie Ivan L. Morehouse Stratford Leslie Leeds, Inc Morehouse W. M. Malthie He Alto Mallicic James W. Lesiie H.albert Philips

Fragmented Historical Stock Ledger With Numerous Abbreviations

A dense OCR listing shows varied stock symbols and values across many companies. Entries include Copper, Inter Nickel, Am Can, Am Car, Am Steel, and utility issues with prices, highs, lows, and trades. The page reads like a broker clerks’ shorthand, with unclear pairings and inconsistent punctuation, reflecting a busy day of market activity from multiple sectors.

Tanck Steel Wi & L Missouri NOON A & CO Brune Anscon T & St AL Gi & W Baldwin Tecan Haut Barrett Steet HSI Bronk Ran RR Tok Nor Tol & WW Peoples Gow Pras Oo Calle Petroleum Tost Canadian Pac Rly Chesan & Chio Tt & T Sloss Rincair South Pao Rone Kinn Cron Cavs Frin Studehal Fail Rand Ehnkeer Nm Calle Copper Chino Copper Columbia Col & South Cuba Tiingis Inter

Liberty Bonds New York Now

Liberty bonds update from New York outlines ongoing campaigns and investor sentiment. Officials advertise subscription drives, noting bold offers and prompt payment terms while highlighting public confidence and economic stakes.

Coffee New Fork Headlines Hard to Read

The report is a fragmented sports update noting a mare lower weather and unsettled conditions with Tyty points and a 1 7 47 score line. Names and places are unclear due to OCR errors, but it references a game likely involving Ty ty and a team named Deemer with a 1 47 score.

Dividend Update for Stock Holders at Company

Nov. A note reports a slack in stock dividends for shareholders of Look Company. The dividend amount rose from $1 to $2,000, reflecting a significant increase. No clear date or reliable figures beyond the drastic change are provided.

Terryevilile

Unclear excerpt from New York market notes

Fragmentary text from ERLING EXCHANGE New York with garbled pricing and dates. mentions late dealings, falls, commission, bills, and names obscured by OCR errors. No clear event, date, or identifiable entities beyond location and rough financial terms.

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James Staples &Co Private Bankers State Street Brooklawn Park Ernest G. Southey Broad Street U.S Howard Elliott Sowluy Cll Southern Pacific Railroad Mickel x Howard Jenet Laci Eniosis Ellert Charles MM. Schwab Jude Gary Baird Equitable Industrial Loan Society Fairfield Ave Main ST Erling Exchange Falls Commersia Baz William R. Bull Security Mdg Bridgeport, Conn England France Belgium Norway Switzerland United States Hincks Bros. & CQ Main Street Conn T. L. Watson & CO Cor. Main and John Streets Porth End Bank and Trust Company North Avenue Bing ALTRA
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