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Newspaper
Houston Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1917
Page
7
The item notes broad price trends across multiple futures markets and commodities. It references wage levels in New York and mentions various buyers sellers and operators in the cotton futures and grain sectors. The page highlights market activity with scattered figures and terms.
A murky oil prospect detail describes par value shares at ten dollars with a one dollar first allotment, offering tenfold interest for early buyers. It notes a 1800 foot reference, current production around 10,000 barrels monthly, and plans for a new well to push output to 25,000 or 35,000 barrels. The text mentions leases on Hogg Island land and a vigorous development campaign.
Advertising copy urges urgent action to buy shares at ten cents on the dollar. Mentions production about 10 000 barrels monthly and hints at a large advance soon. Encourages filling attached coupon for desired share number and promises possible profits beyond expectations.
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