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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1907
Page
11
The article details speculative chatter before a city bond sale, noting no syndicate bid and a market wary of a possible fiasco. It cites bond houses bankers and traders, describes Western crowd activity, and reports on public interest, cash flows, and the bank statement context shaping forecasts.
Nevada Utah and Cumberland Ely attracted heavy interest with 6 000 and 1 200 shares trading, closing firm. Green Cananea rose to open 16% and United Copper gained, with Adams Express collateral bonds rising on reported sales of 90 500 dollars in outside market trading.
The report notes resources and liabilities rising by 51 million 125 thousand 472 dollars. It lists closing quotes for government bonds and stocks with varied bid and ask prices, including notes on no transactions for certain issues and multiple long-term bonds from 1907 to 1929. The document also references named issuers and companies such as Adams Exp, Alb. & Bus., Allis-Chalmers, American Bank, and Panama Canal related securities among others.
The grain market showed nerves and moderate range with a late drop from highs. Wheat in New York closed at 1.00 and 1.08 on board, Rotterdam and Paris saw mixed moves, while droughty spring wheat states raised crop concerns. Corn traded in a narrow range with steady undertones and light seaboard clearances. Baltimore trading noted demand for investment bonds with Seaboard and West Virginia Central firmer, while Fidelity and Deposit shares fell.
Boston reports July dividends and interest totaling about 29 million dollars with the city disbursing 1.773 million. Massachusetts state interest outlays are described as heavy, with payments exceeding a hundred thousand, and American Telephone disbursements are noted in the civic financial update.
The London edition reports increased demand across calls and month end needs with weak discounts. Stock Exchange activity was not extensive yet sentiment improved as gilt edged securities rose. Americans received support in forenoon, lifting quotations above parity before New York opening.
London yesterday saw American stocks close with notable moves against their New York counterparts. The report contrasts London closing levels to New York's prior close, highlighting gains and losses across key issues amid ongoing market activity.
Prices for American mining stocks were listed in London yesterday. Names such as Bird and Stratton’s Independent were shown with fractional quotes, reflecting cross market pricing. figures were reported in pence or dollars as per local listings. The report notes general activity in mining shares without detailed changes or totals.
Bredstreet reports 150 failures in the United States during the week, compared with 185 the prior week and 164, 194, 904, and 182 for the corresponding weeks in the period. The figures indicate a fluctuating pattern in weekly failures.
Weather conditions across cotton states mix showers and fair conditions with winds varying by region. Cotton market activity remains strong with early July notices and bull interest, while port receipts, inland stock, and southern mill takings shape a steady price trend.
The State Board of Aldermen and West Side citizens report permission granted to Interborough to build a new elevated station for the Second Avenue line, replacing the Allen and Rivington Streets location. The action follows a city recommendation and citizen appeal, with plans to abolish the Delancey Street area stop where conflicts with intersections occurred.
London copper regained from yesterday's slump with spot at 8 pounds and futures at 910s, tin closed strong at 193 pounds 10s, lead also firm around 20 pounds 10s, with varied quotations across related items and warrants noted in the week’s market report.
An indictment returned by Kings County Grand Jury accuses the Transit Development Company, a Brooklyn Rapids subsidiary, of maintaining a public nuisance by using soft coal powered plants in Brooklyn. Counsel secured an adjournment.
The North Chicago Street Railway Company announces that interest on its 5 percent first mortgage bonds dated July 1 will be paid. For bonds with no coupons, interest will be indorsed on the bonds. Holders should present at The Fidelity Trust Company Philadelphia PA or at 444 North Street Chicago IL for payment or endorsement. Markham B. Orde, Treasurer. June 27, 1907.
Bangor and Aroostook Railroad Co consolidates a 4 percent refunding mortgage bond issue due July 1, 1907. Coupon reminders payable November 12 and changes to the duty occur after July 1, 1907. Offices in Bangor Maine and New York. Edward Stetson, Treasurer, June 26, 1907.
A Notice from the Agency of Utah Light & Railway Co and Vera Cruz & Pacific R.R. Co states that coupons due July 1, 1949 from listed bonds will be paid on and after that date at their offices. Bonds include 8% Prior Lien Gold Bond Utah Light and Power Co Consolidated Water & Land Railway Co and 4 1/2% Gold Bonds Vera Cruz & Pacific R.R. Co first mortgage.
A compilation of financial notices from 1907 detailing coupons due July 1907 on bonds from Colorado Springs Cripple Creek District Railway Company and others, interest payments on mortgages, and a semi annual dividend declared by Minneapolis & St. Louis Railroad Company. Names include James Steuart Mackidp, L. Hoover, and James Adkins.
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