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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1915
Page
12
Fragmentary bulletin notes movement in cotton region markets with mentions of Wall Street and tariff implications. Indicates timing today for exports and domestic trade, with uncertain details on buyers and prices.
Quotations from a European cotton market report show lower prices abroad depress the market as weather and buying patterns create uneven movement. Dealers note renewed selling pressure in Liverpool and limited buying interest, with futures in New York showing cautious gains amid fluctuating quotes and weather influenced by favorable conditions.
New Orleans cotton closed mixed as rains and unsettled weather affected the belt. Prices moved with slight gains from yesterday for some months while overall activity showed modest improvements and regional demand surfaced in the late session.
Fragmentary OCR data shows Liverpool cotton trade notes with prices and futures. Mentions 12-Corlen depot, good middling quality, 7900 bales, receipts 35060 bales, futures for May and August, and quiet tone with unspecified exports and bets.
May 13 market notes show varying prices across commodities. Texan reports list butter creamery prices, poultry per dozen, and miscellaneous meats. Chicago shows higher butter and lower fruits with numerous grain and sugar figures. New York notes weaker sugar and mixed confectionery values, with No 7 Rio coffee futures and September contracts referenced.
President Davidson of the Texas League rules no penalty for exceeding the limit but confirms a penalty for breaking the sticky roster agreement. Beaurmont and Shreveport clubs protested Galveston and Waco rosters claiming seventeen and sixteen players respectively.
Market reports show merchants marking up berries with inflated prices as supply fluctuates. Farmers and retailers note ongoing demand, with some hope that spring crops and new shipments will stabilize prices, though wholesale and grocery levels remain volatile.
Wholesale markets list prices for potatoes onions cabbage and peppers from Texas Colorado Florida and California. Entries include quantities per crate basket or pound with figures for peaches cherries apples oranges limes bananas grape fruit and canned goods. Many prices reflect freight and bulk offerings with varying crate sizes and per-unit rates.
Stocks remained quiet with subdued price changes while confidence edged higher. Market notes mention mixed gains and declines as investors waited for clarity on policy and global cues. The London market showed irregularities with early afternoon trading softening and narrow breadth. A five point rise marked a notable move amid otherwise calm session.
Money market notes from El Paso and New York mention treasury and government bond rates, exchange values, and discount rates. Reports include mercantile park prices, foreign exchange, and short term rates with various percentages and par values. An epidemic inquiry in Michigan covers public health officials questioning livestock and local authorities about disease origins and preventive steps.
Unclear OCR text hints at oil field progress and stock market impact. Mentions new wells, price stability, and expected activity today. Entities and specifics are fragmented, but the core idea relates to ongoing exploration, production plans, and potential price movements affecting investors.
Fragmentary market report notes cotton statistics and prices across months and regions. Mentions New York and New Orleans, with figures for May through December and daily sale tallies, plus references to Honduras and Havana trade activity.
A fragmented listing of cattle lots and sale notes from Fort Worth and other markets shows various brands and lots. References include Western white cattle, mixed lots, and multiple dealer names and locations such as Chicago St Louis Kansas City and Oklahoma City with May sale notes and lot counts.
In Aransas Pass on May 19 the Pioneer Truckers' Association shipped the first car of cucumbers and other vegetables for the season. The cargo included tomatoes cucumbers beans peppers and the quality was reported as better than last year with strong demand expected. The Progressive League of Freeport about 126 strong halted near Aransas Pass and Port Aransas, blocking the Norhouse and shipping freight facilities briefly.
Marine intelligence from Alalveston reports movements and identifications of vessels and crews. Names such as Calnymug New York and Wanker CBr are noted in brief updates with no further context.
Building permits listed for Hildebennid and alterations on Nrat Filla property in Alver and Meverich area. Entries include Tar diane wheet 51450 and firm Hnilaets in New York with values 65.65 005.62 in August, 6788.18 in September and unspecified October figures.
May 19 report shows warm weather and adequate rain aiding cotton germination and growth in central and eastern Belt regions. Dry spells hindered earlier progress in Texas Oklahoma and Delta areas, but overall crop outlook improved with better stands and stronger emergence after a tough spell.
New York and London metal markets show varied pricing amid limited changes. Tin and antimony quoted with modest shifts. copper and zinc activity listed with dates and figures. Grain futures highlight bumper crops and price cues across Oklahoma markets, with commentary on salt and other commodities influencing trading tone.
Elmer Ay Birkoh and Geleska searka obtained a marriage license in the city registry. Ryan Ievia wind and Minaie Hows also received licenses, signaling upcoming ceremonies in the county clerks office.
Chicago and Texas markets report cattle and hog prices with mixed demand. Prices ranged with steer and heifer classes varying by weight, noting volatility and regional supply factors affecting quotations.
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