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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1905
Page
13
Edward A. Bradford discusses stock and iron market dynamics, crop prospects, and the Morocco controversy shaping public opinion. He weighs perceived piracy and philanthropy around Mr. Ryan’s Equitable scheme, urging patience and cautious appraisal of promises versus outcomes.
The weeklong stock struggle over Greene Consolidated Gold Company reveals Wall Street tactics and director-led manipulation. Directors used conflicting expert reports to sway price, aiming to oust the company president, with one clique later ousted and left financially hurt.
The Imperial Japanese 4% bonds have attracted unprecedented demand and spread across markets from New York to London. About 20 million in bond sales last week saw roughly one seventh purchased in the United States, with insurance firms and savings banks among major buyers. The process involved 15 000 original subscribers and possibly over 20 000 investors, with Kuhn Loeb & Co managing vast allotments and 80 000 temporary certificates signed by five partners.
George W. Perkins notes a broker rushing for a million-dollar loan with a handbag full of cash. Charles Knoblauch leaves by car for his Lake George country place, saying business is dull and travel can be relaxed.
Luther Kountze hosted a young financier at his Morristown estate for a weekend. Five trunks arrived, linen was refreshed with perfumed wash, and the valet guarded the host door. The valet explained the master sleeps on the right side and needs nightly turns to avoid health issues.
Charles G. Gates son of John W. Gates and head of C. G. Gates & Co. has toured France by motor car for two months and is expected to return next week. F A Delano manages Wabash Railroad. B A Worthington elected VP of Wheeling and Lake Erie and Wa bash-Pittsburgh Terminal. Joseph Ramsey Jr will retire as Wabash president Oct 1 and sail for a two months Europe trip.
George Winchel the American Can specialist left his brother Max in charge while he rests in the country. Max sold stock with a pleased smile and admitted he bought it in Chicago at a lower price, ex dividend that day. Brokers noted the discrepancy and expect George to return by Monday.
John E. Gardin manager of the foreign exchange department at National City Bank returned last week from a five months trip to Europe. He visited England and several continental countries. The trip blended business and pleasure as he renewed European banking acquaintances and found widespread curiosity about American affairs and a wish to strengthen financial ties with the United States.
Alan A. Ryan son of Thomas F. Ryan elected to the Stock Exchange last week will head a new firm with his brother as partner. He does not intend to be an active floor broker though he will conduct Exchange business, a fact that may explain rough handling from fellow brokers on his initiation day.
T. E. Green has joined Blair & Co as manager of the foreign exchange division. He previously worked in the foreign exchange department at the National City Bank.
Analysis of Chicago rail traffic around the Burlington acquisition of Chicago Terminal Transfer Railroad and Rock Island connections. The piece outlines how Chicago's terminal network and future through routes will centralize traffic, with implications for Union Pacific, Northern Pacific, Great Northern, and other lines, and foresees a move toward longer consolidated systems.
Disagreement persists on who should receive the 144 percent dividend tied to United States Leather and Central Leather preferred stock. Members of the reorganization committee dispute claims that Central Leather holders gain nothing, noting the dividend benefits may flow through Central Trust Company to depositors.
The copper market shows signs of life as Atlantic business improves. Producers hold prices as exports from American ports rise, while demand from China and Japan’s financial upturn bolster sentiment. German trade weak, while refined copper offers retreat as Fall buying by operators supports prices.
The article surveys how France England and other countries limit voting power to curb minority oppression, contrasting with New York and U.S. practices. It cites examples from Imperial Ottoman Bank India Nationale Bank of India National Bank of New Zealand and other banks, noting that stricter limits raise small holders' participation and reduce central control, while U.S. strict majority rule often harms minority stockholders.
The Guggenheim Exploration Company faces a fixed time for the final 30 percent payment on its stock. The 70 percent paid shares lagged in dividends, causing a market gap with the full paid stock. As the 30 percent call approaches, the price gap narrows while overall company fortunes rise. par value moved to 160 bid with recent sales slightly above.
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