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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1915
Page
14
A fragmented market report notes weaker sentiment in cotton trade with foreign buyers, while Texas spot prices hold steady. References to New Orleans and Galveston show regional pricing and trade activity amid a renewal of market uncertainty.
Two white girls detained at the House of the Good Shepherd were sent home in Wool? Frith by Profation Creer J. Ross Bolys. The girls reportedly left home with others and were detained there. Dr Foster,Dentist,Gibbs listed among addresses and ads appear for various services and local notices throughout the page.
Local athletics notes detail endurance events and notable performances at a San Antonio meet. The report lists participants including Bettie Ow and Aldine in mixed sprint and field trials, highlighting emerging talents and competitive times across multiple events.
The New Orleans cotton market opened with gains and steady activity amid rumors of crop damage and political tension. Prices moved with July and nearby contracts showing mixed strength as investors navigated volatile shipments and futures, while spot prices fluctuated under pressure from overseas events.
Fragments from a San Antonio newspaper page cover a knife attack on East Commerce Street with arrests, a hospital claim, and police notes. Other notices include broken arm X rays, a watchmaker ad, a dressmaking school, hunting complaints, milk cases, and library extension plans, with tense city detail and multiple names.
A Department of Agriculture analysis dated September 1 shows improved crop prospects in the Tahed States. Yields for corn and other principal crops are expected to rise above last year’s averages, with some reductions for sugar, rice, and cotton. The report notes higher temperatures and moisture conditions favoring grains, potatoes, and certain vegetables, while cautions persist for pests and weather variability.
Market brief notes rising prices and firming quotes for grapes from California and apples locally, with peaches scarce and potatoes plentiful. Grapes remain popular with strong demand, new crop corn appearing, and meats and vegetables showing higher prices than two weeks ago. Canned foods rise, sugar and coffee prices steady, and general wholesale prices see adjustments as traders in Texas and California respond to seasonal factors.
The Cotton Region Bulletin notes the status of Houston weather for the upcoming 24 hours. It lists temperature, rainfall, and overall conditions, with emphasis on the state of the weather and related forecasting details as reported by regional meteorological sources.
Market notes from Texas and surrounding states show price ranges for poultry, pork, and sugar with mixed shifts. Entries list beef, veal, and grain figures, plus taxes, imports, and wholesale quotes amid a broad, fragmented market roundup.
The market brief notes mixed activity in money markets with exchanges cautious in New York and New Orleans. Banks in Louisiana and Alabama report loans and interest moves while a new Atlantic branch opens as consumer demand fluctuates. The August commodities tone shows slight declines in shipments and freight, with investors watching the national revenue figures.
In New York metal markets, copper remains quiet while tin holds, with mixed prices reported across slight changes. Market chatter cites timid demand and cautious trading as traders watch London for broader tone.
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