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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1900
Page
10
The fragment lists numbers 66 6é 1880 1890 1894 1900 with population figures 32,015 60,278 79,438 103,600, suggesting a demographic tally across late 19th century years. It records rising counts in successive periods, indicating growth trends.
The Directors declare a quarterly dividend No 5 of 1% on the preferred stock payable June 15 to stockholders of record June 9. Transfer books close June 9 at noon and reopen June 15 at 10 am. Cheques mailed June 14. Baring Magoun Co transfer agents. 1st June 1900.
The report shows a broad downturn in stock activity with net declines in a wide list of major issues while some issues edge higher. Bond activity mirrors cautious sentiment with notable advances and declines and collateral loan rates cited for short to mid term terms.
The passage notes lines centring in Chicago view the freight situation with apprehension due to a general rate-cutting trend. Mr. Miller declined to comment on the subject.
Dun and Bradstreet reports forecast falling prices and further production cuts in iron and steel. Price drops in anthracite and Bessemer steel, weaker pig iron ratios, and reduced contracts signal softer demand and potential labor tensions, with markets on the stock exchange weak and losses widespread.
The Shelby Iron Company at 80 Broadway New York declares a 6 percent dividend payable June 15 1900 with checks mailed to shareholders. Books close June 11 reopen June 18 1900 secretary B Y Frost states.
In Chicago on June 8 heavy buying pushed July wheat up 2 1 2 cents as dry weather in the Northwest persisted. July corn and oats also rose slightly while trading remained active. The session saw Northwest buyers and influential locals absorb large quantities, with July wheat finishing about 2 3/4 cents higher at 72 1 2 cents amid widespread buying.
Bad crop reports from the Northwest and rain across the Winter wheat belt pushed wheat higher. The net advance was 2 cents a bushel after a 1.5 cent rise on Thursday, stirring market talk that outside interests fear supply may fall short of expectations.
Cairo reports the 1924 cotton harvest is estimated to total about one million American bales. The Nile's sudd cutting is expected to enrich irrigation with more fertilizing material, signaling a shift in Egyptian agriculture.
The General Conference of Western Railroad Presidents met in the Equitable Building to discuss freight and passenger rates and keep traffic stable. A special committee studied rate disturbances and Northwestern lines dispute over military and event rates, with final conclusions expected at today’s 11 o clock session.
The stock market closed with weakness led by Missouri Pacific and other high grade rail stocks like Burlington Rock Island and St Paul. Traders note no new developments behind the declines and defend that crop scare chatter inflates fears about rail tonnage while anthracite coal stocks show strength led by Reading. Analysts anticipate Morgan and Vanderbilt arrival may improve market mood.
Westinghouse President says no negotiations are underway with New York Air Brake. He cites a Russian government decree adopting Westinghouse brake as standard for three years and notes ongoing patent infringement lawsuits pursued by Westinghouse lawyers against the New York company.
Banks have lost about 3.5 million to the Sub-Treasury since last Friday due to a public money call, while interior funds returning total around 2.5 million with small-bank receipts adding to the mix. Brokers say New York can spare the additional 5 million public deposits, and call money stood at 1. percent with time money firmer.
Granger stocks weakened amid unfavorable crop news and expectations that railway earnings may decline temporarily. Northern Pacific rose in May but fell 1% due to doubts about a standard 4 percent dividend. Other declines included Atchison, Burlington, Northwest, Missouri Pacific, Southern Pacific, and Union Pacific.
The Rock Island annual report shows a larger outstanding bond balance prompting Wall Street to question whether the improvement account is improperly included in earnings. With railway earnings likely to fall, the market adopts a stricter view of financial reporting methods.
South ern Classification Committee chairman J McGovern informs the Merchants Association they may present objections to the new freight classification into effect June 1 at the committee meeting in Chicago on June 26. Objections will be presented by William R Corwine and J M Langley.
Chairman Roswell Miller of the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul warns railroads will feel the bite from smaller wheat crops and possible lower grain traffic. He notes earnings may not rise and stresses that iron and steel price drops offer limited relief for carrying trades amid high prior costs. A Chicago dispatch frames the context.
The Chicago Northwestern plans 38 new stations in Wisconsin Minnesota South Dakota and Iowa and aims to spur town growth in those areas. Speyer & Co. will redeem Western New York and Pennsylvania stock and bond receipts starting June 15 with $300 per bond in income bonds and $9 cash per stock share. Max Pam says the Kansas City Southern reorganized to wind up affairs with harmony among directors.
United States Consul Hill reports 23 740 German emigrants last year 19 106 went to the United States and 1 089 sailed for Brazil from Bremen This marks a sharp decline since 1894 when 120 089 emigrants left Germany The drop is blamed on Germanys rising economic prosperity and welfare measures for workers.
Sugar shares moved as the stock rose to 115 on a bull pool before weakness pushed the price down to 1114 by closing. American Sugar Refining reported 50 000 to 60 000 barrels under delayed deliveries expiring at noon today, risking cancellation if shipping instructions are not filed. A Willett Gray trade note sees refined sugar recovering and stable, with raws refined price gap narrowing and potential rise on demand or law changes. European markets have participated as American refiners expanded business there.
The fragment notes sympathy for advancing parity in markets and maintaining market balance, reflecting concern over economic alignment. It emphasizes ongoing effort to keep markets level and fair without detailing specific actors or dates.
Continued strong demand in Reading issues pushed prices higher across all issues. Jersey Central faced weaker support, dropping 14 points on sales of 900 shares.
Trading was light with only 150 Tin Plate shares changing hands. A semi official statement said mills will be closed in July and August due to slow tin plate trade.
The report notes a decline in Hocking Valley yesterday and that the upcoming Directors meeting may delay action on the preferred stock dividend until the July session.
The Commercial and Financial Chronicle reports May 1900 railroad earnings show a total gross of $49,165,214 for 90 roads with net income of $12,465,101. Compared with prior figures, overall gross gains $4,297,340 and a 9.58 percent rise. Large lines include Canadian Pacific and Baltimore & Ohio among many others.
Reports from Bradstreet's reveal mixed conditions with wholesale demand lagging yet retail activity rising in warmer areas. Prices trend downward overall with farm cereals improving only due to poor crops, while wheat remains volatile. Sugar shows strength for canning, and the general price level remains above three years ago.
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