12 Dec 1916
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Newspaper
Bryan Daily Eagle And Pilot
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1916
Page
1
New York dealers report cotton rising to 560 per bale after Germany hints at peace talks. The stock market whipsawed with sharp declines in wartime shares as the news spread. A separate local accident injures Smith Hartson near town when a wagon collision causes a broken shoulder and internal injuries. he was taken for medical care.
The notice outlines December prizes including two special awards on December 20. It promotes subscriptions and reports, urging readers to participate by submitting nomination coupons and spreading word. The language emphasizes opportunity, contest managers, and chances to win by acting soon.
Washington reports the Federal Trade Commission reopened hearings on rising newsprint costs. Officials like W. English and W. Austin testified that paper costs have not increased while production expenses and profits trends were discussed.
The wheat market fell by eleven cents this morning after a Berlin peace proposal was received. The drop is linked to hopes that peace may be near and that the poor man can again buy flour. Prices in Chicago reflect the shift as market sentiment improves.
The United States Supreme Court today dismissed the appeal of the packers from the $28,000 fine related to the Trust case. H. L. James, a prominent Western operator, was transferred to Cushing and will serve in a new location soon. The superior has not been named.
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