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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1901
Page
7
The report highlights activity in apple and celery markets with notes on supply, shipments, and pricing. It mentions California almonds and tomato futures shifting after the Christmas period, and observes generally steady or dull trading in some goods while others show stronger demand.
Report from Kansas City notes cattle trade with 60 Texans and 400 head from Neago not sold. Receipts include 60 calves and various feeder and feed steers. Prices listed for hogs, cattle and feeders, with regional references to Galveston and Houston Post coverage.
The article reports on broad industrial and commodity trends across the South and national markets. It notes iron and steel production delays, coke and furnace shutdowns, and shipping bottlenecks while cotton, wool, and sugar prices show varied movement. It also covers General trading conditions in New York and Chicago, with holiday slowdowns and expectations for early next year.
Rice traders report movement exceeding expectations despite the holiday period. Prices held firm with rough rice at 53 1/2 to 54 cents and improvements noted in demand. New Orleans market shows steady but cautious activity, with buyers seeking futures delivery and adjusted grades amid a limited trading environment.
The report from Hester's Cotton Exchange shows 181,779 bales excess for the 1901 crop versus 1900, with weekly figures up to December. It lists port stocks and December totals, noting year‑over‑year changes and broader market indicators across ports and regions.
New Orleans December 21 The weekly statement by Hester shows visible cotton supply increased by 156,112 bales over last week. World balance compares favorably with prior year, with total visible supply at 4,417,090 bales. Estimates suggest United States crop prospects and market activity reflect noted changes in demand and production.
In Longview a jail escape led to a chase ending with one suspect captured. Authorities pursued five escaping men, one of whom was recaptured, while others remained at large amid a tense manhunt.
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A noisy, garbled summary notes ongoing work on a new well project amid land development plans. It mentions December milestones, property acreage, and inquiries into future site operations and nearby infrastructure.
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