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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1915
Page
8
Fragmentary lines describe cotton sales and market activity with prices, deliveries, and bids. The piece notes a holiday being observed and forecasts favorable conditions in the Western market, plus references to futures dates and varying quotations amid a subdued trading tone.
The Chronicle lists advertising rates and reaches households in Hewecon and the surrounding territory, claiming high circulation. It promotes Want Ad names and weekly rates, highlighting farm properties, alfalfa land, and rental listings. It mentions MR POORMAN and FALSE or vacant lots for sale, with contact details and locations in Arkensax and San Antonio areas.
Local classified blurbs offer a 1914 Harley twin and twin Revion motorcycle, a bar sale through Hex Cycle Co, contractors and builders services by W. UM Alves, Crockett seeds, and fern listings. Includes references to plumbing, repairs, screming, and architectural additions.
An old classified ad for office machines and rentals: High-grade typewriters from L. C. Smith Brown, Underwood, Oliver, and others at 208 E. Houston St. Machines guaranteed to please or exchange. Beyer Co. listing 10 W. Gor Wecke.
The article surveys a shift in export activity amid trade tensions, noting a rise in value of shipments and a forecasted impact on domestic industries. It cites figures around 12 million dollars in recent exports, with broader totals approaching high seven figures and substantial increases in manufactured goods, cotton, and related sectors. The piece discusses the US role in global markets and a government department evaluation of export performance through ten months of the year.
Wholesale market list shows prices for corn, potatoes, onions, lettuce, tomatoes, meats, and canned goods. Named regions include Texas Texas, California, Idaho, and Oregon with per hundredweight, per crate, and per bushel figures. notable items include peaches, cherries, apples, pears, and tropicals with varying wholesale rates.
The report lists numerous individuals visiting San Antonio, staying at the Gunter, St Anthony, and Menger hotels. Names include Geving, Teague, Orleler, Molshauer, Dryden, Teague family, Sullvan, Werren, Walz, Holdert, Moore Jr, Bogness, Miller, Grey, McCrory, Dili, Ryan, and Haunet. It notes their associations and that they are among new arrivals at these hotels.
Fragmentary birth notice mentions several names and dates, including a May delivery and multiple pairs of parents. Readable items include Mr and Mrs Ernest Long and a May date, with other names and addresses appearing garbled.
Fragmentary OCR note lists burial permits and names including May dates and locations such as Stuy and Aisha with references to Potts and Barenio. Details are unclear. item appears to be a local official notice of burial permits filed in May with scattered names and places.
The readable fragments mention weather and a series of scattered names and times from the past day. References to a wind, a city area, and a vague event or result are present but specifics such as exact locations, dates, or outcomes remain unclear. The text appears garbled with many misspellings and nonstandard terms.
Fort Worth market reports steady cattle prices with mixed offerings. Calves and hogs show modest gains while sheep remain weak amid thin demand. hog price around 7.50 to 7.95 with variations by lot. Trade activity emphasizes consistent pricing across lots and limited shifts in value.
Oklahoma city reports strong dairy and beef cattle receipts with mixed prices. Market activity shows steers cows and heifers trading around several dollar ranges while lambs and sheep receipts appear variable across regions including St Louis and Savannah.
Wall Street priced in a German reply to an American note as markets tracked reaction. Trading was cautious with reports of financial measures and industrials moving in a mixed session. Investors weighed potential policy shifts and external pressures while the market absorbed early gains and awaited clearer guidance.
The bulletin notes export figures for cotton from the United States with observations through late May. Data include stock levels, shipments, and tensions in markets. severa l pockets and regional notes appear, indicating varied demand and prices.
San Antonio money markets report day two with mixed activity as traders note demand for Eastern dollars and a steady government bond stance. The market shows 60 day paper at about 4.14 percent while notes from New York and New York state yield firm signals amid cautious capital flow.
Quotations from San Antonio show mixed movement with butter and dairy products steady while other items vary. details include prices per pound, creamery values, and supply notes. Chicago reports higher quotations across several categories with limited changes, citing refined, powdered, and candy products among others.
A field report from San Antonio and Kansas City notes bears gaining ground in grain markets as prices slide. Trading shows mixed demand for white and other wheats, with cornbelt futures steady to down and cautious activity as weather hints at potential shifts in supply.
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