Booming Land Prices Spark Oil Wealth Debate
A Fort Worth observer recalls how land values jumped as oil wealth surged along Florida and Texas coasts. Bankers and financiers, including Wilkerson and McNally, discuss whether oil discoveries aid or hurt ordinary landowners. The piece cites properties in Fort Worth, Jacksonville, and other cities turning into gold, with several investors noting dramatic gains and cautioning about overexpansion and later downturns.
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Dalles
Texas
Wilkerson
Continental National Bank
Fort Worth
Gus Taylor
Citi« E._. zene Bank
Tylert
Fort “Worth National Bank
J. Charles
Carson
Jnc
Chemlcal National Bank
Sc York
Bob Dupree
Central National Bank
Waco
Connell
Jonal
Worth
Graces Presient
Suddes Ches
Aix Territorr
Monty
Oil Stocks Slump Amid Washington Oil Scandal
Twenty leading oil shares on the New York Stock Exchange fell sharply since the Senate inquiry into the Washington oil scandal began. Aggregate losses reached about 341.6 million dollars, with Pan American stock decline driven by Mexican upheaval and doom rumors on dividends.
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W. & Cousins
Cosmopolitan News Service
New York
Senate
Washington State
Wall Street
Arctic Roosevelt
Edward K. Doheny
Seate
Thad
Becauss
Mexico
Houston
Starclair
Texas
United Gas Improvement profits rise in 1923 report
Stephen P. Toadvine reports United Gas Improvement Company earnings for 1923 show profits after deducting losses from Philadelphia Gas Works at 6,423,955 or 8.24 percent on 61,029,200 common stock. 1922 profits were 5,434,931 at 8 percent. After Philadelphia losses, earnings were 11.8 and 9.67 percent for the two years.
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Stephen P. Toadvine
United Gas Improvement Company
Syracuse Lighting Company
Philadelphia
Coke Output In Pittsburgh Rises In Week Ended Feb 9
Coke production in Pittsburgh for the week ended February 9 is estimated at 220,090 tons, up 7,920 tons from the prior week. The advance reflects stronger demand and resumed operations at several plants.
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Pyitsburgh
Local Securities Fortuned by W. R. Wallace Inc
W. R. Wallace Inc at dicCarthy Building Syracuse reports bank stocks raising interest. Investors monitor regional finance as shares show gains amid market fluctuation.
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W. R. Wallace, Inc
dicCarthy Bidg
Syracuse
New York Stock Market Noon Quotations Snapshot
Noon quotations from the New York Stock Market show a snapshot of prices across major stocks. Market activity appears subdued with several blue chip shares trading near prior closes and minor moves in technology and industrial sectors.
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New York Stock Market
Dividends Declared In Multiple Firms For Feb
Ex dividend today lists American Metal common Hartman Corporation Onyx Rollers preferred Philadelphia Electric common and preferred Standard Milling common and preferred Timken Roller Bonus Wright Aeroplane figures indicated for February 18 with multiple corporate names and security types.
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York
American Metal
Hartman Corportion
Onyx Roilers
Philadelphia Electric
Standard
Wright Aeroplane
Metal quotations New York copper iron zinc prices
Copper strong in spot and nearby futures with listed values. Iron steady with spot price near 5089. Zinc quiet with East St. Louis readings around 5 65 to 6 30. Antimony at 10 75 spot.
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New York
ISHO@IZic
Tia Fim
Unitead
East St. Louis
Demand for Gasoline Runs High Across Markets
New York February 18 Cosmopolitan News Service reports gasoline demand remains elevated while crude prices shift irregularly. Crude boat prices fall in some regions, Western fields show declines, and domestic consumption stays strong though exports ease. European buyers await price drops, while production dips and March deliveries shape buying.
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Cosmopolitan News Service
New York
Syracuse Forecast: Fair and Slightly Colder
High pressure dominates northern sections with a crest over Lake Superior. A relatively low pressure system appears in the Southwest. Light snow or rain has fallen across the eastern half of the United States in the last 24 hours. Syracuse forecast calls for fair and slightly colder tonight, with Tuesday fair weather.
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Lake Superior
United States
Cotton Market Report From Cosmopolian News Service
Cotton prices advanced with rising futures as buyers showed strength. The Feb and March contracts moved higher on stronger demand, while May and other months posted gains amid market optimism.
Commodity Prices In Steady Trade Amid Market Quiet
In New York on February 12, cash commodities showed steady activity. Wheat No 3 prices hovered around 203, oats and barley mixed with slight moves. Corn, rye, and other grains posted modest shifts while metals and related goods kept even footing as traders awaited clearer signals.
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Deel
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Sorar
Graosistey
Bet Getk
Mere
Sega
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Metala
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Wee
Mets
Prin
Jugoslavian bond gains amid treaty optimism in 1920s market
Slightly higher prices appear for foreign government and industrial bonds on the New York Stock Exchange, led by Yugoslavia. Improved Central European outlook, post treaty effects, and strong railroad earnings support gains. Notable bond activity includes Yugoslavia 5 per cent issues secured by rail receipts and state monopolies. Other offerings include school and water bonds, and railroad equipment trusts.
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Munroe Roberts
Cosmopolitan News Service
New York
New York Stock Exchange
Europe
Juga Slavia
Czechoslovakia
Hungary
Austria
Rumanian
Kingdom of the Serbs, Croats and Slovenes
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Iltile
Noifea
Effe
Rency Issuga
Qzport
Taur
Faris-Lyona-Mediterranean
Texas
Toledo, St Louis and Western Railroad Company Equipment Trust
Brotherhood Plans Play for February Church Event
The Men’s Brotherhood of the Presbyerian Church announces a planned play to be staged next month. Central committee includes Wilson G. Gloyd, Arthur F. Com, and Frank J. Riley with program committee members W. G. Kost, Joseph Stock, Howard Parkman, Clarence F. Breeze, and George S. Gates.
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Esau
Wilson G. Iloyt
Arthur F. Com
Frank J. Riley
W. G. Kost
Joseph Stock
Howard Parkman
Clarence F. Breeze
George 5. Gates
Francs at New Low in Foreign Exchange Market
French francs slid to a new low in the foreign exchange market, declining about 10 percent to 4.2635 cents. The rate compared with the earlier level near 4.27 cents reached in January.
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Cosmopolitan News Service
New York
Local Building Permits For Garage and Remodel Projects
Permit records show a garage and related remodel activity in Sebille with an estimated cost of 152 dollars. Additional lines reference New York State Railways and a few distant entries, but readable details focus on the local garage permit and an associated remodel.
Produce Prices in New York Market Report
New York market prices for produce and dairy show unsettled receipts and varied quotations. Highlights include eggs at 49 9/10 to 74 1/2 cents per dozen, cheese and butter ranges, live poultry steady, and potatoes and cabbage with regional price spreads across New York New Jersey Maine and Florida markets.
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New York State
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M . Slot
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Northern Spy
Wagenar
Jonasthan
Reme Beauty
Bass Kleffer
Grain market opens with mixed prices in Chicago
Chicago grain prices move as opening bids show wheat down and corn and oats mixed. Wheat May around 2.10% to 2.11, July near 2.10, oats steady, rye and provisions vary with few traders active. Market notes altered after initial offers, with local action and commissions guiding early trades.
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