Power Firms Rally Against Utility Proposal
Boston report details bankers and power company leaders opposing a Washington plan. Schwab and Andrus, traveling near Brooklyn, urge business unity to defend investments and wage steadiness. Roosevelt’s policies attract sharp critique as stock markets falter and inflation fears rise.
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C. B. Groesbeck
Mas
American Foyer and Light Company
R. Inch
Electric Bond and Share Company
C. O'Brien
Standard Gigant Electric Company
Philip G. Geseler
Columbia Gas and Electris Corporation
J. F. Fogarty
Nort American Company
Washington
America
Waatington
Claiy
Roosevelt
Tur
Draes
Dave
Butter Decline as Domestic Demand Falls Short of Output
Butter production in 1934 remained below domestic consumption for the second straight year, keeping the product from being considered favorable. The average price stood at 26 cents per pound, up from 22 cents in 1933, aided slightly by consumption trends. Production rose each year since 1928, reaching 1.752 billion pounds, after a peak in 1932 of 2.1872 billion pounds. Wholesale prices fell to 21 cents per pound in 1932, before general commodity price gains boosted the following years.
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Department of Commerce
GONCERIN ASKS Gh FRANCHISE FOR GAS DISTRIBUTION Brady
Brady seeks an additional natural gas franchise as Gertze Poulter and associates of San Angelo and Oklahoma City apply to install a new distribution system for local residential use at 10 cents per 100 cubic feet the rate to start at 60 cents per thousand and with an industrial rate under 15 cents per 1000 cubic feet. The current supplier Empire Southern Gas runs a 35 mile line from Brown County. The proposal notes two wells near Brady with output around 13 million cubic feet daily at high pressure and two more tests 2 1 3 miles south of Bas Wellyav. Construction would follow after the application.
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Brady
Gertze Foulter
Empire Southern Gas Company
Duneries
Poulter and Associates
Bas Wellyav
Cotton Market in New Orleans Sees Mixed Bets and Shifting Tone
The New Orleans cotton market shows uncertainty with bulls and bears present. Traders note variable futures, with May positions, and reports of sales activity amid shifting prices as analysts weigh potential congressional signals and global demand.
Grain Market Slips in Chicago Early Trade
In Chicago wheat and corn prices eased slightly as early bids reflected weaker demand and uncertain futures. Reports from Winnipeg and Canada suggested mixed conditions with some gains in feed crops, while U.S. farmers in San Antonio set steady to modest prices for yellow corn and white corn.
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Chicago
Dackeseund
Clare
Tradi
Overinizhk
Winnipeg
Canada
San Antonto
San Antonio
Foreign Markets Waver as Investors Await Global Talks
The market edged lower amid unsettled international tensions as investors awaited key speeches and policy updates. Analysts noted mixed responses with Western funds recovering some losses while international assets held firm. currencies fluctuated and speculative traders watched major indices for guidance.
Market Pulse Amid Mixed Signals From New York Sessions
A chaotic New York market report notes varied movements across equities, with some gainers including Celaton and American firms while declines touch grain and currency sectors. Analysts flag delayed recoveries and shifting demand as the trading week unfolds, highlighting notable activity in transportation and manufacturing names.
Wool Prices Hit New High Shocks West Texas Market
In San Angelo on May 21 heavy rains delayed shearing yet wool prices rose. Lambs wool sold up to 24 3-2 cents, most good lots 22 to 24, with 40,000 pounds of 8-month wool at 22 cents setting a season peak. Mohair sales reached 640,000 pounds with kid hair at 37 cents and grown at 2 1-2 cents, marking the largest mohair sale in three weeks.
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Sandhenen
J. M. Lea
Draper and Company
Vy Verde County
Joe B. Makeney
Sar Angelo Wool Company
Anday
Woal and Molmair Company
del Rio
William Cheshire
Collins and Aikman
Inahair
Peds
Oona
Crockett County
Drouth
Snhreiner
Mohair
Ketrville
Bel Ria
Agricultural Adjustment Administration
Dal Rio
AAS Dis
London Metals Market Notes and Poultry Prices
Fragmented OCR text shows irregular financial quotes across metals and currencies, with May figures and imports. It includes European country mentions and assorted commodity terms, plus poultry market notes from Chicago May 21, listing prices and trade activity.
Weary Weekend Carlot Shipments Report Mixed Produce
Shipping point data detail weekend carlot shipments from the United States with mixed loads of cantaloupes beans corn cucumbers and greens. Market notes cover Texas California and eastern origins with price ranges and car counts, plus city-by-city reports from Pittsburgh Chicago Cincinnati and New York.
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United States
Texas
South Texas
Lowe Valley
Pittsburgh
Denisiana
Bertaudas
Pest
Mearly Optis
Chicago
Trac
S. Commerce
Fort Worth
Fexas
U.S
Bermudas
California
Anyers
New York
Ciocimmnatt
Marsel
Texas Soib
Detroit
Louisiana
St Louis
Florida
Mexico
Georgis
South Carolina
Kansas City
Cincinnati
Ugs
Tokens Take Seattle Tax Pain to Laughing Market
Citizens in Washington state mock a four cent tax on token purchases, using round aluminum tokens as poker chips. Vendors report tokens circulating, with some marked in memory of Governor Clarence D. Martin, as the tax issue remains contentious.
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Seattle
Marati
Washington State
Clarence D. Martin
November Livestock Quotes and Market Report Blended
The report covers Chicago Kansas City and St Louis livestock quotes with receipts and price ranges. Cattle rates shift with mixed demand, fat cattle steady to up while vealers and young stock show modest gains and declines. Sheep and lamb listings vary by weight and quality across regions.
Poultry and Produce Prices Across Markets May 2
A fragmented regional notice lists live poultry and dressed turkey prices, mixing colors and grades at New York and Chicago markets. It notes Boston and Chicago dairy receipts, butter prices, and assorted meat and poultry grade reports with inconsistent OCR details.
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York Poultry
Rey York
New York
Way
Produce Market Prices From A Nearcity Market
Markets report sharp gains in green beans cucumbers and other produce on Tuesday in Produce Row. Prices span from 65 cents a bushel for wax beans to 3.85 per crate for celery, with apples, grapes and oranges listed alongside many seasonal items and dairy prices.
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Growersailaza
Ghuwers
Okra
Quinny
Nowad
Calif
Bartistes
Colo
Seia
Biel
Butler
Cotton Spinning Activity Decline Reported
Washington May reports from the census bureau show a drop in cotton spinning activity in April, falling to 65.3 percent of capacity, down from 92.4 percent in March and 40.45 percent in April of last year, signaling a contraction in production.
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Washington, D. C
Aureau
Gf & Simple Shift Bank
Weather and White House Dress Code Mixup For Press
Washington May 21 The weather forecast for this week prompts warmer conditions for a White House garden party hosted by Mrs Franklin Roosevelt for the press. Mrs Roosevelt’s comments leave the attire in doubt as she suggests white flannels if warm, then endorses a dinner-cost option, while President Roosevelt’s outfit remains undecided.
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Glen Oye
Roma White House
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Roosevelt
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Roouyelt
Roovevell
Ohio
Key Pittman
White House
Women of the Press
Market Slows As Investors Weigh After Week Of Volatility
New York stocks eased amid persistent selling pressure and mixed performances. Industrial shares offered some strength while rails remained weak, and utilities showed a soft tone as traders anticipated the coming week. London and Paris traders eyed the U S market with caution, while Southern Pacific and Western Electric drew attention for possible moves.
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