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Newspaper

Pittsburgh Dispatch

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1891

Page

7

Stagnant Market Reflects Foreign Iron Trade Conditions

New York Aug 27 The Iron Age notes stagnant foreign and domestic markets for iron and steel with little activity in foundry irons and weak demand for South and Northern pig iron. Prices for No 1 and No 3 billets, ferro alloys, and rods hover near prior levels as foreign and American producers coordinate pricing while rail and manufactured iron sectors show scant business but hopeful winter demand.

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The Weary Wheat Market Amid Frost and Shortages

Chicago reports a volatile wheat market with frost fears and higher futures as December wheat remains purchasable, notes from New York wire-pullers, and mixed results across corn and oats. Prices swing, with near-term declines followed by late-day firmness and a moderate overall advance for several grain contracts.

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Foreign metal markets show little activity despite steady tin prices

New York reports from the Iron Age indicate dull London pig iron warrants trading with prices fluctuating minimally. Hematite warrants weaken on soft steel demand while copper stays quiet and tin plate remains steady. American supply levels influence future price directions as San Francisco and continental orders fail to absorb output.

New York London Cleveland San Francisco Continent

The Condition of Coke and Shipments Decline

The coke market remains firm though shipments declined by several hundred cars last week. Operators cite weak iron industry mood, while a brisk trade is forecast. Major works like Frick and Southwest tins plan six day runs. capacity remains strong though irregular operations persist.

Bocompany Frick’s McLivre, Barney and Southwest Theo Avchison Pittstrmarg Pittsburs Pittsburk Pittsburg Piteeburg River Poms Pitts- Dem

Real estate ideas shift toward cheap lands and improvements

The piece argues for modern real estate methods favoring affordable land, roadside development, and active improvements to attract home buyers and raise values. It notes suburbs tied to city amenities, growth of housing and transportation, and rising investor activity. Local market gossip details parcels, sales, and permits across boroughs, with brokers reporting trades and new builds.

Splane Baltimore and Ohio Cumberland Keyser Piedmont Martinsburg Kinsburg P. Doran Franklin Street Wilkinsmig Illinois Steel Company Isoaid Birmingham Traction Manchester Duquesne Citizens’ Traction Northern Pacific Erie Erallroad Bras Cleveland Canton Bandoneeth England D. P. Black Europe

Metal Markets Roundup From New York Aug 27

Pig iron dull with American at 316 0001482, lead nominal domestic 4. copper dull and strong with August 212 and September 122. tin quiet and firm at Straits 2010 dollars.

New York

Price of Bar Silver in London and New York Cries

A Telegram from New York reports bar silver in London at 45 3-4 pence per ounce while New York dealers' prices and cries for silver are noted for the same measure.

New Yoas London Onnece New York

Turpentine and Rosin Prices Steady in Market Decline

New Yorks Rosin and turpentine show quiet steady values with mixed grades. receipts show 14,288 pounds shipped as market remains unchanged. Prices listed include rosin strained around 1 25 and virgin and yellow oil near 100, with firm notes on several grades amid general market quiet.

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Strong position in money market steady discount rates

The market shows no signs of stringency with call and time loan discounts at 6 7, ample funds for all business purposes, and no apprehension about the future. The abundant liquidity has supported crop movement without disruption.

European trade to bolster payments amid tight money markets

Regular trade continues while Europe plans to ship gold to the country as payment for goods. Bank clearings reach 1,786,639.08 with balances at 333,763.63. Money on call in New York remains easy, rates about 2.4 to 3 percent, with last loan at 34 percent. Mercantile paper at 60, with weak to steady exchange for 60 day bills and $4,854 for demand. Bond quotations mixed, money tight and in demand, various regional clearings and balances reported, New York exchange weak with discount.

Europe New York Rime Mercantile Paper Aos Lovis—Clem Meurats New York Exchange Wise Clearin, Nees Bostox Baltimorre

Home Securities Market Shows Light Trading and Rising Orders

Trading was light with more orders circulating in the Home Securities list. Duquesne Traction and Luster led activity while mining electric and miscellaneous divisions were well bid. Gas saving appliances saw surging orders as users seek to curb costs, and electric demand softened on an empty market.

Duqueene Traction Luster Central Traction Pleasant Valley Switch and Signal Philadelphia Gas Peece Natnral Boston Duquesne

Electric stock quotes from Boston with varying bids

Boston stock page notes electric shares amid quotations for Eastern Electric Cable Co Thomson Houston Electric Co and Westinghouse Trust Receipts. Prices show bids and asks, with several entries incomplete or unclear.

Eastern Electric Cable Co Thomson-Houston Electric Thomson-Houston Electric Co Hs & Ft. Wayne Electric CO Westinghouse Trust

Mining Stock Quotations for New Year August 27

A list of mining stock quotes includes Alice 160 Adams consolidated 175 Aspen 2 percent Consolidated California and Virginia 64 Deadwood T 1h Gould and Curry 10 Homestake 10.50 Horn Silver 45 Iron Silver 100 Ontario S700 Ophir 3 Plymouth 17 percent Saw 200 Sierra Nevada 900 Standard 110 Union Consolidated 225 Yellow Jacket Mo.

New Year Alice Adams Consolidated Aspen Consolidated California Virginia Deadwood T Gould and Curry Homestake Horn Iron Ontario Ophir Plymouth Saw Sierra Nevada Standard Union Consolidated Yellow Jacket

Stock Market Ends Mixed After Broad Round of Trading

The New York market was not very active with a slightly lower close after a day of cautious trading. Industrials gained some strength while railroad bonds softened. broader participation grew with more stocks trading than in months, aided by frost concerns in the West and a firmer underlying sentiment.

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Live Stock Markets at East Liberty and Other Yards

Receipts and shipments across major markets show cattle and hogs with slow to steady demand. Chicago, Cincinnati, and Kansas City report mixed activity with primes firm, heavies steady, and sheep and lambs varying by region.

East Liberty New York Chicago Werthers Eale Louis Kansas City Wolk Indianapolis

Women Respond to Theater Ad for Stowaway Casting

Dozens of women crowded the Duquesne Theater stage to answer an ad seeking ten handsome young ladies for a production of The Stowaway. Applicants, mostly older than requested, claimed diplomas and youth in reminiscence as six were finally chosen. A separate note advised safe storage in Farmers Deposit National Bank vaults for valuables.

Duquesne Theater Adies Duquenne Theater Thos. H. Davis Daqueene Theater Farmers’ Deposit National Bank Fourth

Vegetables a Drug and Markets Drift Downward

Market notes from August 27 report peaches driving fruit demand with near 50 carloads received this week while vegetables stay dull aside from firm potatoes. Butter, cheese, and eggs show mixed to firm signals. sugar and coffee markets display weakness and mixed reactions with several price adjustments across commodities and regional quotes.

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Grain Exchange Currents and Mock Markets Report

Market notes show no current cases on call at Grain Exchange this week as retailers stock for immediate needs amid uncertain conditions. Oats slip while wheat and flour hold steady. corn and hay remain firm amid mixed receipts from Pittsburgh and surrounding lines. prices reflect on track quotas and dealer storage premiums.

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