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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1905
Page
8
The Boston market opened dull with more sells than buys as investors lightened heavy holdings. New York saw broad selling, especially in Amalgamated, with a late rally and a firm close as Ameri can Pneumatic Service strength appeared.
New York reports futures opened firm with December at 11.20, January 11.33, March 11.55, May 11.65, July 11.76, August 11.52 and 11.60. Close steady with December 11.10, January 11.23, March 11.48, May 11.61, July 11.67, August 11.50. Spot hull middling 11.65 and gulf 11.90, 24 bales sold.
New York reports for the five days show loans at 11,194,000 with a deposits rise of 7,994,900. Circulation declines by 536,500 while legal tenders rise 30.2 percent. Specie falls 4,262,200 and surplus reserve drops to 2,565,375. Ex U S deposits decrease 6,591,350 and related totals.
Granby directors announce a three percent dividend or 30 cents a share. A new company led by J A Cazam may launch within two weeks with Amalgamated and Heinze likely to be represented. Railroads face immense freight demand, ordering equipment from Lake Copper outputs and major manufacturers. Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific spent over 10 million on equipment this year, including 1000 box cars and 400 stock cars. Market notes warn against top heavy stock surges and pools, advising caution for ordinary buyers amid volatile Cealers activity.
Curtis and Sederquist discuss a curious aspect of their era noting that extraordinary prosperity brings unexpected effects. The piece analyzes social and economic implications while reflecting on broader consequences for society.
Analysts say money is scarce in Wall Street until cash sent west to move crops returns in volume. October railroad reports show strong earnings with Atchison up over a million, while nearly all lines, except Rock Island Frisco, are favorable. A rest of two to three weeks is urged, with buys on recessions, as bull conditions prevail despite tight money. Hayden Stone notes copper stocks broadening led by Utah Consolidated, with Lake copper averaging above 15 cents this year and strong interest from major holders. United States Mining and California Nevada properties expected to lift earnings and support further gains. Boston Consolidated active, with engineers predicting seven percent earnings on price.
London reports a severed link via the Great Northern Telegraph Company cutting messages between London and St. Petersburg. Communications had quieted by noon and no current explanation or contact was available from the company offices. The Associated Press has not received its regular St. Petersburg dispatch since about 11.30 p.m. the previous night.
Berlin December 2 The Russian correspondent of the Tageblatt reports Count Tolstoi expressing surprising optimism about Russia's condition He says reform by industrial workers in large cities counters peasant majority and that peasant uprisings are exaggerated A revolution seems unlikely but Tolstoi warns against predicting future and emphasizes replacing force with government based on love goodwill and Christian acts
Warsaw reports the emperor’s ukase ends martial law in Russian Poland as patrols vanish. Yet disturbances spread with mutinous Lomzha reserve troops and attacks on the Seambroff officers’ club. Ossowlec fortress troops face serious unrest and a refusal to fire on comrades.
Delayed quiet was restored two days after disturbances began in Vladivostok Chefoo. Business leaders fear a recurrence as officials note about ten million roubles in damage mostly from buildings burned. Thirty five steamers waited to discharge cargo when riots occurred amid mass meetings celebrating the emperor's liberty proclamation.
Cleveland December 2 Creditoire of Dandrowits Fischar and Henlina wholesale cloak manufacturers filed an involuntary petition in bankruptcy in the U S district court. Judge Taylor named Nathan Loeser receiver under bond of 50000 dollars. No statement of assets or liabilities made. Indebtedness about 90000 dollars owed mainly to creditors in New York Boston and Cleveland.
A brief, unclear report describes a boy who survived a severe medical attack linked to a membrane D incident. The text is fragmented but indicates a life saved scenario with medical intervention and affected parties likely including the boy and responders. Further readable details remain unavailable in the fragment.
In New York on December 2 1905 J P Morgan states to Harry B Hollins that there was no unfairness in the Cincinnati Hamilton and Dayton stock sale to the Erie through J P Morgan Co He explains he assumed the obligation to protect all interests and acted for the benefit of all parties The exchange highlights Wall Street interest in the CHD railroad's fate amid Erie Big Four Wabash Lake Shore and Pennsylvania line considerations and rumors of asset allocations to Lake Shore or Southern lines.
Mansfield dec 2 two buildings were destroyed and nearby structures threatened by fire in the town center. total loss about 20000 with insurance coverage around 10000. the Bessom block a three story business structure and a rear stable owned by H F Bessom housed a grocery and provision store run by Bessom and the Winthrop club. frozen hydrants hampered efforts and an incendiary motive is suspected prompting an investigation by Chief King and a state fire marshal.
London Dec 2 Sir Clinton Edward Dawkins partner in the banking house of J S Morgan & Co died in London at 4 o clock this afternoon after a prolonged illness His heart had been weak for some time leaving a vacancy in the prominent financial circle he moved in.
Curtie Bederquist publishes a new booklet in the Principles of Investment series. The guide aims to explain daily and weekly price movements in Wall Street and how factors influence market trends for investors.
Police say notorious thief Blake Bonnefield was shot and fatally wounded after being found attempting to enter a Philadelphia dwelling. He fled, was shot in the cheek, and claims Chicago as his home. Patrolman Patroimas Driscoll made the discovery and acted to stop the break in.
The Maine Ornithological Society held its annual meeting in Portland with public sessions and a bird exhibition. Members presented papers and discussed local Maine avifauna during the December gathering.
Fire swept through a structure in Dever N on December A blaze caused extensive damage and prompted an early evacuation. Investigators search for the cause as residents assess losses and local authorities coordinate support.
Democrats in the House caucus nominated John Sharpe Williams of Mississippi for speaker and unanimously endorsed him. Williams urged harmony, outlined Democratic policy opposing ship subsidies and supporting antitrust and railway rate reform, defending Democratic principles amid accusations of siding with Republicans on rail rates.
Jefferson City Mo December 2 W D Van Diver state superintendent of insurance filed in the U S circuit court his reply to New York Life Insurance Company petition to overturn his order revoking its Missouri license He accuses President McCall and Vice President George W Perkins of debauching morals and looting policy holders He asserts the department can require proper management The case is set for December 27 with both sides denying the petition and agreeing on the hearing date.
Massachusetts probate notice seeks letters testamentary for Emeline Smitel of Lowell. Emma F Hamilton petitions without bond, citing heirs and interested parties to appear December 19, 1905, at nine in the morning in Middlesex Court. Public notice to run weekly for three weeks in Lowell Daily Courier.
President Roosevelt attended the Army Navy football game amid drizzling rain as crowds gathered with lunch boxes. The West Point delegation entered to cheers, kickoff followed with Army and Navy exchanges. The contest featured multiple plays, penalties, and early field position shifts into the Navy and Army drives.
Corrected timetable for Boston and Maine trains with numerous departures to Boston Lawrence Salem Haverhill Newburyport Exeter Dover Rochester Somersworth and other points. Includes Sundays and special notes, with many times and station codes as read.
New York reports Milliken & Co files for voluntary bankruptcy. The firm, a broker in brokers to sale, appears to seek protection under bankruptcy proceedings.
A fragmented advert urging readers to join a tourist party to California Oregon or Washington. It promises savings and comforts with an extra air ticket and portable travel gear. It highlights personal attention from an experienced conductor and invites readers to write for details.
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