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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1922
Page
18
The market confronted a sharp downturn as francs weakened, French securities plunged, and cotton prices slipped amid broader European anxiety over Germany's financial strain. Berlin’s recession fears and domestic French politics weighed on the franc, with declines spreading to metals and industrial shares and reshaping trade expectations across the continent.
Stock market recap from Newark trading Aug 9 notes thinner price variations across sectors. New York shares show limited dividend movement with a brief halt, while Indiane and Prairie Pipe Line area equities drift narrowly around prior levels. Oil groups like Alcon Oil weaken mildly, Arkansas Natural Gas remains in demand as several oil and gas stocks stay steady or higher in places like Kensilnd Mutual Maracaibo and Ro uthery Slates.
In New York on August 25 French government and industrial bonds weakened while French securities on the New York Stock Exchange withstood declines. The French franc weakened against the mark as the European market mood soured, pushing government and industrial issues to new lows and prompting cautious trading in related bonds. Prices moved unevenly across sectors with some issues steady and others slipping, amid broader concerns about foreign exchange and domestic policy.
A lively review summarizes a collection of works on physical transportation and radio telephone progress, highlighting theoretical debates on realism and integration of theaters and media. The piece notes notable authors and photos, with discussion of innovation, critique, and the evolving role of technology in domestic and international relations.
A garbled report describes growers facing poor spinach yields and vandalism during harvest. Early harvests sold slowly as truck traffic and weather disrupted markets. Growers call for improved storage and handling to reduce losses and sustain production.
Chicago wheat prices moved fractionally higher after an initial break as commissions reported fair buying interest against export sales. North American receipts rose and demand remained steady, with some late buying in September while milder gains appeared for nearby contracts. European futures showed slight declines in some areas while cash demand stayed solid, and a general cautious tone persisted amid uncertain German export conditions.
Aug 23 report shows fluctuating prices across staples with early gains followed by declines as traders assess raw market conditions. analysts note the week’s private indicators and government estimates hint at potential supply shifts, while daily values push near 61. Indications point to a possible contraction in futures as the market waits for further data from the cotton trade and rail delivery signals.
A crowded gathering is anticipated for a convention held at a roof site with national figures including National Commander MacNider and American Legion leaders. The event features speeches, a grand rally, music by division bands, and discussions on veterans’ affairs and compensation bills.
Pe Meret aged 64 died Thursday afternoon after a bicycle accident. Survived by widow Annie and multiple relatives including Naughton, Wiachal, and Whisett. Funeral was set for 4 o clock with Rev Farlow officiating at Madixes Square Church, under Undertakers Quick ambulance service.
Aug 2 Chicago cattle steady while light hogs higher. Cattle receipts around 18,002 head with mixed demand. best cows and bulls uneven. Hogs sold firm to slightly up with prime lightly heavier offerings fetching top prices. Lambs and sheep showed strength, with natives and westars steady to higher on renewed demand.
In New York on August 23 the market showed strength in steel and related fields with Studebaker moving on anticipated shifts. Buyers reacted to official statements about the second half of the year while copper and other metals displayed varied activity amid broader economic signals.
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