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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1916
Page
10
Market notes show labor and trade shifts in cotton goods as prices hold steady. Jobbers report rising interest in trilits while trade in indigo, tickings, and dress goods remains subdued.
The eel business shows reduced activity with forecasts of lower May and June output. Industry sources report pursue of tighter supply and weaker demand leading to fewer tons compared with April and a shift in production plans amid regulatory pressures and market adjustments.
A brief note reports on current U.S. cotton statistics with reference to recent trends and figures. No specific agencies or dates are provided in the readable text.
Market report notes Liverpool buyers pushing up spot cotton by about 30 cents per bale with mid-floatings rising to around 19 to 24 cents. Trade mentions advances in New York and New Orleans futures and a generally bullish tone amid expectations of acreage expansion in Texas and the cotton belt.
New York cotton prices show mixed results with Liverpool ties and near steady closes. Trading firmed late as July and December contracts moved within narrow ranges, with gains at times offset by dull activity and morning weakness.
Market update shows moderate general demand and scarce offerings in New Orleans trading. Futures edge higher with July at 12.40 and December near 12.55, bolstered by rain in key centers and reports of boll weevil pressure easing.
In Liverpool the cotton market shows earnings and futures terms across several periods. Notes reference futures for June through January, with price figures such as 8.19.0 and 5.134 duty, plus mentions of August September and October December contracts. The text also lists indices like 3434 and 379, indicating market measurements and dates for settlement.
Market notices show peaches at 25 cents per crate and plums around 50 cents, with varied fruit prices including cantaloupes at 1.30 per crate and watermelons at retail levels. Reports mention strong demand, high orange box prices, and shifting rates due to large Mexican purchases.
Kansas City reports no price changes from shippers as Monday sales show mixed figures. Butter per pound at Texan creameries 2.59, creamery and dairy receipts steady with Firsts and ordinary grades unchanged. Poultry and eggs list varied prices with fowl and turkey quotes near prior levels.
Dazed OCR fragment mentions parking row and bacon items with various weights and brands. No clear events or names. reads as a jumble of grocery listings and misread phrases.
A Kansas City official from the National Lumber Manufacturers Association outlined a push for federal action after extensive hearings on the industry. The commission prepared a bulky brief detailing European methods for reducing forest waste and urged a national policy to aid the United States’ lumber supply and development.
Market notes show cattle and hogs down with a drop of around 18 cents per hundredweight and sheep firm or rising. Calves and lighter stock moved briskly, with prices scattered from $1.00 to over $9.00. buyers found limited channels as direct sales and regular market activity continued at regional centers.
The bulletin reports a weather outlook for the Cotton Region with rate changes and temperature trends. It notes atmospheric conditions across districts including San Antonio and nearby zones, highlighting June terms and patterns affecting agricultural planning.
A fragmented market update lists metal prices and exchanges including London Metal London, New York commodity figures, and currency mentions. It references sugar, bonds, copper, and various commodities with scattered figures and place names. The note comments on weather and market shifts while mentioning several geographic locations and institutions.
The Chicago Board of Trade including grain and provision markets suspended trading today due to a local election. Officials cited public holiday procedures and adherence to municipal guidelines for market operations during election day.
Grain market notes from Kansas City show quotations for corn and mixed grains, with various bids and prices. The report lists prices per unit for different grain types and quality grades, including hay and corn. It notes total payments and delivered lots, mentioning Texas and other region factors influencing pricing.
The stock market sees a buoyant rise in motor car shares led by firms like General Motors and American Car, with new highs and broad gains across major listings. Traders note revived strength in auto manufacturers and related issues amid improving demand and market optimism.
Fragmented OCR describes money markets in Mexia and San Antonio with rates and quotes. Mentions New York time loans, 3 to 3 1/2 percent, various notes and bids, and bankers' activity across cities.
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