Investigation Sparks Cotton Pool Debates Across Markets
A nationwide probe into the New York cotton pool triggers sharp exchanges among senators and brokers. Senator Smith accuses the investigation of misdirecting blame from price rises while defending Southern farmers and bear traders. Savannah and Atlanta voices demand full facts as officials prepare for renewed inquiries into market manipulation and the role of the cotton exchange.
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Savannah
New York
Bacon
Edwards
Atlana
Charles S. Marrett
Sylon
Barrett
Thia
New York Cotton Exchange
Phoey
Granta
tAtlanta Constitution
Parnas’ Union
Government ii
Ni York
Dpward
Carrott
Marners
Dik Fayiners
Premnlantian
Harth
Potley
Knight, Yancey & Co. Fail in Voluntary Bankruptcy
The Decatur based Knight, Yancey & Co. a major cotton firm with branches in Selma, Mobile and Memphis filed voluntary bankruptcy. Liabilities are reported near 4 million dollars, with foreign claims dominating and no Southern banks implicated. The Birmingham dispatch notes forged bill of lading allegations tied to cotton shipments as part of broader fraud concerns. The story also includes an editorial on corn cultivation methods and a plug for Chamberlain's products.
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Decatur, Alg
Knieht
Yancey — & Co
Ute Talhiive
Cottonita
Birmingham
Ala
Englal
American Cotton Fraisaite
Ming
Baekptey
Cottag Frm
Knight, Yancey & Gu
Alu
Selma
Mobile
Inconsistent Government Worries Over Cotton Policy Debates
A fragment discusses inconsistent government actions affecting cotton industry and bear operators. It notes concerns raised by a Hilary representative of the Southern Turmora and hints at potential attention from the Attorney General. The text questions official welding and职业 loyalties amid farm interests.
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Met
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Turmora
Two Bales to the Acre Plan for County Farmers
A local exchange discusses a plan to push two bales per acre for cotton. It covers field setup with five acre plots, land quality, manure, four hundred pounds of fertilizer, seed selection, row spacing, and fertilizer schedules. It analyzes costs, yields, and a cheaper plan, urging farmers to test the method for potential earnings.
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Phurt
Explosion at Amster dam coal mine leaves many dead
Steubenville Ohio April 22 A night shift of twenty five machinemen at Youghlogheny and Ojo Coal Company near Amsterdam is feared dead after a mine explosion. Eighteen believed dead, seven rescued, twelve missing. Rescue underway. Cause suspected as helmet lamp gas ignition. Also notes a man named Wilford Adams recounts kidney remedy relief claims.
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Steubenville
Ohio
Youghlogheny and Ojo Coal Company
Amsterdam
Fay Aix
America’s Great Drink BLT In 1909 Liquor Volumes
In 1909 the U S produced large volumes of spirits with 110 852 008 gallons of spring whiskey and other outputs valued at tens of millions. The article notes government taxes and wholesale costs but estimates consumer spend on whiskey could exceed 300 million annually, with some valuing it much higher due to adulteration.
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Xvain
United Africa
Parker Willis
United States
Hiung
Fertilizer Letters Highlight Satisfied Farmers
Three customer letters praise the Piedmont Guano line and related products from the Westminister area. Kilburn of Westminster reports good results for corn and cotton, while Smutty also from Westminster commends two-year use and continued trial. Callan Am of Cross Roads, Oconee County terms Piedmont Guano among the best fertilizers used and notes strong crop yields with ordinary land.
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Wastudnsler Or & Fertillae Company
Goeptiewen
T. B. Kilburn
Westminster
R. J
Tam
Smutit
Callan AM
Cross Ronda
Oconee County
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Seneca Pharmacy
C. Martin
Clenson College
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Harrow
Chamberliin
Seneca
T. C. Martin
Clonwon College
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Mother Gray
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Fletcher
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