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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1916
Page
8
Peter E. Studebaker and his directors present a no risk investment in International India Rubber Corporation aimed at small investors. The tire industry is booming and the first plant unit will be completed by December 12. Funds go to tangible assets and building a sales organization with no promotion fees.
The Wall Street Journal reports that rubber stocks lag motor prosperity with a tire maker predicting 1,500,000 cars and 27,000,000 tires will be sold in the coming year. Tires at 5036 miles per unit suggest a stronger, cumulative tire market than autos as demand mounts.
The Wall Street Journal reports a tire demand surge for 1917 with 27 million tires needed in the United States. International India Rubber Corp claims a $1 million capitalization, 7 percent preferred stock, and a free 25 percent common stock bonus for each four shares.
The Firestone Tire Company is said to declare a 700 to 800 percent dividend with several tire makers surpassing it in size. The Wall Street Journal predicts tire stocks will prosper more than auto stocks. Companies like International India Rubber Corp show strong profits and cautious, surplus-driven management.
The notice urges rapid action to reserve stock, offering options to obtain a financial report from Dun and Bradstreet or a bank in South Bend Indiana. It states a ten day satisfaction window with automatic cancellation if not, and outlines payment plans including 25 percent down and balance due in 30 60 and 90 days at 6 percent interest.
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