Cotton 1 strengthened by foreign markets push
Cotton futures gain ground as foreign market strength supports prices with continued selling in parts of the market. The tone notes visible selling pressure alongside firmer demand abroad.
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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1915
Page
12
Cotton futures gain ground as foreign market strength supports prices with continued selling in parts of the market. The tone notes visible selling pressure alongside firmer demand abroad.
Cotton prices opened steady amid Liverpool support and firming in eastern belts. Traders noted quiet trading early, with prices holding near prior levels as buyers and sellers appeared cautious, markets awaiting further macro cues.
Liverpool market report lists cotton prices and exports with figures around 4000 bales, including 3890 destined for export and various delivery months from June to November. The dated notes cover periods from August through February with references to months, futures, and regional operations.
Cotton statistics from New Orleans markets show open prices and futures trends as weather conditions favor favorable planting and harvest outlooks. Market notes reference New Orleans futures, Texas and Mississippi production, and shifting commodity quotations amid mixed global demand.
The piece details early watermelon shipments from Valencia and Amster Lontilagten, with buyers from Brazil and California, discussing pricing, availability, and related produce markets. It notes coffee and sugar market trends, stock levels at centers, and overall commodity demand shaping the week.
A damaged bulletin notes steady demand in cattle markets with calves and bulls trading at mixed prices. It cites Oklahoma and Texas sales, with steer prices around 6.00 to 6.60 and calf sales limited but active, while sheep and goats show uneven demand and modest volumes.
June trading headlines report butter and creamery prices steady while pork, poultry, and beef markets show varying changes. Cotton futures cite steady demand as grain and other commodities move with export interest and regional receipts.
A garbled London and New York metal market summary shows mixed activity across spot and futures. Quotes touch on copper and bullion levels, with unclear figures and several distorted terms reflecting OCR errors.
An advertisement sample from the chronicle touts high reach in Houston and surrounding territory. It notes daily circulation claims and per word rates for classified ads, with pricing for weekly and weekend insertions and discounts for longer runs.
The article reports a significant increase in wheat area this year, detailing estimates of planted acreage, yields, and production across multiple wheat classes. It cites government figures, showing winter and all wheat areas, conditions, and forecasts for total production, with comparisons to prior years and long-term averages.
Bethlehem Steel again tops the stock exchange as a bull leader with gains in early trading. Market reports note strength in steel shares and renewed investor interest amid ongoing recovery chatter, highlighting price climbs and renewed demand for industrials.
Time loans were at 6 per cent for 30 days and 2 per cent for other terms. In London gold and silver prices show declines with silver around 49 1 2 cents per ounce. In New York rates for bills and exchange quoted with sixty day bills at 4 16 68 and the dollar values for continent currencies noted. Government bonds steady. Railroad bonds and securities listed with usual fluctuations.
The list shows grain quotes for No 2 hard and white wheats, Texas and Oklahoma red varieties, and Chicago market figures. Prices include per bushel and per cent changes with notes on futures and deliveries.
A New York chemist reports a mass fish kill in Queeny Park area New Jersey waters. Investigations found no foreign poison, with the bloom of taker caused by sudden temperature changes reducing dissolved oxygen. The incident echoes an earlier similar event in 190a, prompting concerns over lake conditions and river safety.
The report describes a sharp drop in wheat prices overseas and its bearish influence on markets. It notes cash demand broadening, buyers at The Dardynetlen ented area, and excellent demand signals in certain regions, with price declines followed by cautious buying volumes and mixed reactions from traders.
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