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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1917
Page
4
Sentiment improved in the financial district though prices rose slowly after a holiday split week. Traders avoided heavy commitments with a four percent call rate and rails showing small moves, while experts expect lighter price regulation and profits tied to earlier lower price levels rather than current highs.
London market closes steady after a quiet session with shipping shares most active led by Cunarders. Money in better demand, discounts steady, funds well maintained with Japanese redemption purchases cited. Rubber stocks recover. iron and steel prominent among industrials. American stocks movement narrow. market to close tomorrow and Monday.
Trading was quiet on the Paris Bourse today with three per cent rente at 60 francs 20 centimes cash. Exchange rate to London quoted at 27 francs 18 centimes and the five per cent loan at 88 francs 3 centimes.
Directors of the Miami Copper Company declare a regular quarterly dividend of 1 a share and an extra dividend of 1. payable August 15 to stockholders of record at the close of business August 1.
The page lists demand and closing exchange rates for multiple currencies including France India Russia Spain and Switzerland with figures such as 4.8685 and 6.1525 and notes various maturities from 30 to 180 days. It mentions time bills on London and credit balances and references London commercial rates and silver prices in New York.
A brief stock exchange notice from Friday June 29 1917 notes bonds traded on the New York Exchange. Limited readable text indicates bond activity and general market reference without specific issuers or values.
The page shows daily sales totals 2 798 650 with year to date 400 682 200 and a broad stock list. It cites Liberty bonds and various corporations including Lorillard Co, Amalgamated Sugar, and Pennsylvanian firms with percent figures and lot counts. The long table includes multiple securities and price quotes across industries and exchanges.
Washington reports June fiscal activity with receipts totaling 1.96 billion and expenditures near 1.08 billion. The statement lists internal revenue, customs, and other sources, noting excess of total receipts over outlays and the year 1963 figures.
Traders scan mixed signals as hopes for a rate increase fade. Brokerage desks and Washington connections show little clue about Interstate Commerce Commission outcomes. Rail stocks drift, industrials hold, and market mood hints at a potential rally only if rates rise, with much selling prior to any decision.
Banks disclose large rediscounting by major institutions as Controller of the Currency directs compliance. Treasuries show about 318.2 million in 918.2 million certificates due today, with Fed involvement and July maturities shaping liquidity. Copper production in May rises across Utah Chino Bay and Nevada Consolidated, boosted by strikes avoided or resolved.
Closing quotations list bid and asked prices for U.S. government bonds and stocks. It shows 2s, 3s, and 4s bond figures with varied maturities and numerous stock entries with bid and asked values, reflecting a trading day snapshot of market activity and price levels.
The Barrett Company of New Jersey announces exchange of Ammon and Preferred Stock certificates on and after July 2 1917. Full paid subscriptions may be deposited at registrar and curb office for exchange to new fully paid certificates. Fractional shares issued as scrip with dividends, and additional scrip can be exchanged for full shares.
Washington reports May internal revenue receipts up 118.7 million from 1916, driven by income taxes. Corporate taxes reach 60 million and spirits revenue leaps to 15.86 million, tobacco up nearly two million. Theatre and concert revenues fall about a third. For eleven months through May, total receipts hit 571.3 million, ahead of last year by 190 million with spirits, tobacco, and income taxes driving gains.
The Chile Copper Company posts net earnings of 3 183 411 for the quarter ended March 31, up 2 152 400 from the prior quarter. Direct mining produced 165 794 of the earnings, and depreciation of plant and equipment totaled 193 245. Undivided profits stand at 2 560 844, with a gain of 2 136 652 over 1916's final quarter.
A dense OCR fragment lists securities and rate data across many issuers including Argentina, Canada, Norway, France, China, Russia, Swiss, and various U.S. corporations. It records interest rates, due dates, and valuations with numerous percent figures and dates from 1916 to 1927, in a ledger-like rollup.
A R Erskine president of the Studebaker Corporation states in reply to inquiries that the drop in common stock stems from war and weather. He notes second quarter car sales suffered but forecasts a substantial comeback and says management and organization remain unchanged despite rumors.
Directors authorize a second payment on account of accumulated dividends payable today derived from April 1 1915 to 31 inclusive at a 6 percent annual rate. Expected disbursements total about 474000 dollars. The prior dividend payment was made on December 31.
The Sub-Treasury moved 6 608 000 by telegraph to San Francisco for shipment to Japan, the largest daily gold export to Japan since movement began. Total exports to Japan since January 1 approach a significant milestone, while 450 000 in gold coin was withdrawn for shipment to Spain with another equal sum consigned, destination unclear.
London dispatch reports the planned contact with the British Mission in Washington and with the Egyptian Government to persuade the cotton mark to align with the live market trends.
The American Brake and Foundry Company offers redemption rights on its bonds dated March 1, 1962. Bondholders may redeem on any interest day during ten years at 106 plus interest, with further terms at the company's New Church Street office, New York. Signed by Henry C. Knox, Treasurer.
Directors of General Motors Company Jersey corporation announce retirement of preferred stock with $100 par value and $1.76 per share dividend. Transfer Agent in New York to redeem shares at 10 am. Also notices about coupons due July 1 1917 from State of South Carolina and annual Wool Exchange Realty meeting July 10 in New York with secretary Wylie to conduct business.
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