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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1902
Page
17
Readable notes report two Tehuacana Elbertas arriving at the Ston wholesale market as peach receipts rise. Dealers note high activity but unclear if supply will meet demand. crops inland and seasonal canning push goods through. Alaska and California packing plants announce strong plans and large tonnages for berries, apricots, and cherries, with ongoing shipments and favorable prices.
The list presents prices for fruits, vegetables, meats and seafood from Houston markets. Items include apples, peaches, tomatoes, butter, eggs, beans and salt, with values in dollars per unit or per case. Diverse merchants and brands appear, signaling wholesale and retail quotes.
Evaporated apples and dried fruits are offered in assorted cartons and bulk. Descriptions include various stock labels and packaging details with prices per box or pound, listing stock names and quantities.
Trading on the Oland Stock Exchange showed broad activity with Anglo American rising as buyers entered with a stronger late-session tone. Federal Crude saw the most active selling of the month while demand remained extensive across issues, though some prices weakened toward the close.
The private sale of the famed three crops long staple cotton drew attention in New Orleans on July 19. Quotations cover a wide range of grains produce and hardware items, with prices listed for almonds fruit and oils among others.
Nearly 5000 bales were expected for shipment to Liverpool though price moves were mixed. Early trade showed nervousness as July contracts rose before retreating, while August and September posted smaller gains. Overall, the half day session saw limited business with tentative price changes and weaker inter month spreads.
The cotton market opened steady and showed near month buying from Europe and the South. Prices rose on early demand for July September and August with cautious speculative activity and firming spot and grain market signals. Weather forecasts predicted showers in the cotton belt with some districts reporting clear skies.
New York reports little change in cotton prices amid steady weather and growing crop conditions. Traders weigh demand, stock levels, and speculative buying driven by distant futures while New York influence on the market remains muted.
The Galveston port report lists arrivals and clearances including SS Comal and Manteo at Brownsville, with destinations such as Rotterdam and New York. It notes vessel movements, prices for rice, and market mood, as well as July commentary on demand and crop expectations for future shipments.
Reported cotton transactions include two bales sold in Yookum for 1 cent per pound and a separate sale in Gonzales, with details on buyers, ginning, and warehousing. Weevils damage there while a Texan buyer purchased additional stock. local prices and premiums noted.
The Veverdidla president, facing rebel pressure on land, abandons plans to attack Harvelwan and considers returning to Caracas by sea. Aimed at ending revolt, he travels to Barcelona where factions press for peace talks. Military forces were mobilized with aid from allies, and officials say a rapid resolution is hoped within days.
Dr G A Poole died Wednesday night leaving a large estate valued at around 800000. The will lists stock bequests to Callin County Saloonal Park and Ceccavilla National Pie with other national properties noted. Widow survives with four deceased children and extended family mentioned in the probate notes.
Surveyors of the L Trion railhead noted a hole through Lebanon Reatteoey delaying plans to relocate the town about three miles toward the Prince railroad. The read of the movement hinges on future developments as authorities watch for results.
A Brooklyner forester Wm F Bader of 304 Keep Street is said to have been cured of rheumatism after using Dr David Kennedy's Favorite Remedy. The text also notes a Mrs Lesleter of 307 Grant Street Williamsburg and her son Walter regained health, with claims the remedy purifies the blood and treats kidneys bladder liver and blood. Samples offered by Dr David Kennedy Corporat ion.
De David Kennedy's Chevy Balsam defeats foe 1.26a for Corda and Coughs Consumption. Event notes include $1 prize. Local report lists entrants and outcome with terse, period-tone phrasing.
Palmer, cashier, swears the statement is true to the best knowledge. The document lists national and state banks, dividends, profits, reserves, and cash items. It cites assets and liabilities amounts, undivided profits, and reserve percentages, with official attestations from county officials.
The document records the financial condition of The South Texas National Bank at a specified state location. It lists assets, liabilities, capital, undivided profits, and related notes, with signatures from the cashier and directors confirming sworn accuracy.
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