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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1919

Page

8

Moderate Declines Mark Stock Market Opening

Stock market opened with moderate declines amid equipment issues and mixed prices. Key names like General Motors and Canadian Pacific moved. readings showed mixed industrials and a late afternoon rally in some railroad and steel issues, while liquidation increased and major indices slipped.

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Liquidation forces force loss in cotton market decline

Reports from the Liverpool and New York exchanges describe a volatile session with irregular opening and mixed moves. Prices saw substantial drops in New York and Houston while Galveston and New Orleans held steady with softer tone across markets.

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Sutton Market Opens With Mixed Cotton Prices

Realized price movements at Sutton market opening show mixed cotton values as traders react to early trading, with certain grades firm and others weaker amid unsettled demand. Prices posted uneven results as buyers and sellers gauge current conditions.

Market Notes From Yesterday Trading Session

The report describes mixed cotton futures activity with May and July futures fluctuating. Prices moved up to 24.00 for interior cotton and around 22.00 for May, with later declines and increased selling pressure by midday. Private cables claim shipments and labor actions influenced sentiment, while new York futures opened easy with notable price movements across contracts.

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New Orleans Cotton Market Faces Rainy Start and Volatile Moves

New Orleans cotton prices opened higher on the rainy start with a 79 rise but profit taking pulled gains back. Early day trading showed a mixed tone as futures declined from highs, with modest gains and losses across nearby contracts by mid session.

Orleans Tr. Fe Johg Baie: Hoon Janes Yeasenday

Cotton statistics and torts data from various locales

Interior receipts show totals for cotton statistics and related torts data across multiple locations including Galeanton Galeanton Tex Siw Oneans La Savannah deimacriasee Charleston B C Bhae Wilmington N C Norfolk Va with a total of 4.45 and references to Honeton Tom.

Galeanton Tex Iouile Alae Savannah Charleston B.C Wilmington N. Coo Norfolk Beaton Receieta

Liverpool cotton market report with mixed middling prices

The Liverpool Cotton market shows varied quotes with middling grades around 38.6 to 16.6d and different categories like good ordinary and ordinary also listed. Trading notes mention 1000 bales and receipts including American cotton with February dates and shipments to July and September maturities.

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Cotton growers discuss plan at state conference

Delegates from the cotton region meet at the conference in February to consider problems affecting growers and merchants. Governor Pleasant Yer leads talks on reducing production costs and financing the current crop amid debate over mercantile reductions and policy for the winter harvest.

Bears Hold Edge in Corn Market Amid Mixed Trading

The report notes a bear advantage in the corn market with prices fluctuating across contracts. It cites May and other futures, minor shifts in wheat and hog markets, and mentions Chicago and New York price movements along with scarce details on specific traders or outcomes.

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Hogs and Cattle Markets Mixed Across Regions

Hogs quoted from .1 cent to 15 cents lower in Northern markets with steady to higher cattle and hog receipts in Fort Worth and Chicago. Kansas City and St Louis show varied declines while prices hold steady in Fort Worth. lambs and sheep receipts rise as markets shift, with mixed results across major trading hubs.

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Provision Markets Prices and Meat Quotations

Chicago provision market notes show quot ations for bacon hams and pork cuts. Prices listed include 14 to 24 pound bellies 14 to 16 pound average grades and 320 grade cheese. Trade details from February 18 include firm bids from local suppliers and dealer quotes for fresh meat products.

Markets Report Mixed with Grain and Poultry Prices

A historic market sheet shows mixed commodity pricing with poultry at 42 per dozen and turkey around 89% of market values. Beef, butter and creamery items are steadier, while potatoes and other staples hold near prior levels amid fluctuating receipts and demand signals.

Agricultural suppliers offer bulk feed and grain items

A scanned listing shows prices for corn oats hay flour and meals with multiple bulk lots. Items include PRAIRIE HAY 20 per ton ALPALEA MEAL 40 per car and SEED CORN various kinds. Units include per hundredweight per ton and per bag with numerous price figures.

Hull Dar Jenson Cear Tate

Wholesale Prices and Commodities Listing

A noisy listing of wholesale prices for vegetables fruits and related goods with many broken or garbled entries. It names items like potatoes onions apples and wines with assorted unit measures and inconsistent pricing.

Giant German airplane to be tested in February

Reports from Kerith via Associated Press describe a massive new German airship or airplane nearly 105 feet from wing tip to wing tip and 22 stories high. It claims 1800 horsepower, four forward propellers and a fifth rear unit, with devices to measure altitude and heading for possible night flight.

Esho Associated Press Kerith Buuday Harold Wolf Dobovile Tttax Kinulanee Andy

Device for Directing Radio Signals Receives Alignment Aid

The article describes a directional device using an aligned instrument to receive signals from multiple wireless stations. Adjustments allow a signal from any quadrant to be heard when the view is turned toward that direction.

Ihichkust Fox

Humbert on Trial Amid War Time Allegations

The report details former consul Humbert facing scrutiny over charges linked to German contacts amid wartime tensions. Testimony referenced President Velicare and accusations of leaks to Germany. Bishop Emery, hospitalized after a medical scare on February 18, remained in critical condition with no change in prognosis.

Pals Painenge You Tonday Charles Humbert Cons Prielor le Fournel Wah Thala Pasha Jake Luu Sues Appel Cat Blyseu Fia Une Syne Provident Velicare Cale Klauton

Expensive Death Reported In Curious Exchange

A fragmentary, antiquated dialogue describes high charges for meals and a mysterious death scene. The text references prices like $8.50 for a double dinner and a pint, with scattered phrases about a hotel on an avenue and a questioned dwelling.

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Campaign to Sign Up Subscriptions for Redrove Magazine

San An city drive rallies volunteers to solicit subscriptions for the Redrove Magazine. Workers target churches and clubs, with the campaign led by local chapters and supported by the Red Crown Magazine headquarters. Subscriptions, priced at 82 per year, can be sent by mail or purchased at Red Cross headquarters on Chandeller Wall Sng.

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Orchestra in Benefit Concert Opens City Week

An orchestra benefit concert at Spin Avenue High School features conductor Paul dit and the Knights of Columbus tribute. Mrs and Mrs Bulalio Sanches are honored with evening highlights. Mrs Sancho will perform piano works including Capriccio Hebraic. Mr Honeches will appear as composer in the program with Columbus March. Concert begins at 3 o clock.

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Billion in Diamonds Here and Now Worth Billions

A fragmentary report notes the global diamond stock valued in the United States, with estimates the U S holds about half of the world’s known diamonds worth billions. It cites a 1900s projection of American control and the impact of wartime prices on stock value.

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War Teaches New Shagatt Woe

An essay argues teamwork over selfish profit boosts business efficiency. It cites Germany’s 30 year push toward unity and compares it to American business, noting improved performance when collective effort drives outcomes.

Germany Waterinvard

Resting Wilson Peril and Azores Voyage Details

Fragmentary report describes Wilson resting onboard a vessel returning home under medical care prescribed by Admiral Cary T. Oyaraen. The ship faces rough seas but makes progress toward the Azores with weather easing and plans to press toward New York after further voyage milestones.

Initiation Night at San Astonia Lodge Ni 2b

Eight members were initiated at the San Astonia Lodge Ni 2b meeting held Monday night. Officers announced plans for the upcoming signal election in Meret with refreshments served after, and several members were named for initiation into various posts and committees.

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