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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Apr 21, 1908

Page

9

Market Dull as Wall Street Shows Narrow Trading

A dull trading day on the markets with professional activity limited and prices moving in a tight range. Reports note subdued interest in bonds and stocks, with the United States Steel Corporation and Indiana and Southern Company bond issues drawing little attention amid broader market apathy and holiday factors.

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New York cotton market hits season lows on weak finish

The United States Treasury reports a nervy session as cotton prices sink to season lows with a modest late rebound. Day’s sales around 378,000 bales, Western belt rains dampening demand, European buying seen weak, and Wall Street pressure keeping futures soft. Liverpool holiday closings affect overseas trade while rates hold near shallow declines. Government and financial market notes accompany the report.

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Merchants Fail to Spark Market Despite Freight Rate Talk

A mixed session on the New York exchange shows brokers scarce and apathy ruling among traders. Rumors of an Interstate Commerce Commission approval for railroad rate hikes failed to move stocks, with Union Pacific and Reading singled out as the best bets while United States Steel faltered after the annual meeting. Western Union remained weak amid earnings concerns and broader market uncertainty.

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New York Stock Market Opens with Mixed Washington Trades

The New York Stock Market report from April 1, 1908 notes active Washington finance with bids on gas stocks and utility shares. Washington Railway and Electric declares a 2 1/2 percent dividend payable June 1, while Capital Traction and other issues show notable bid activity and price movement.

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Baltimore Markets Report Quiet and Steady Trade

Baltimore markets show quiet receipts across grains and fats with mixed prices. Wheat and corn ease while oats hold. butter cheese and sugar steady as express dividend cut to 1.5 dollars per share noted.

Grain and Poultry Prices Edge Mixed Across Markets

New York and Chicago markets show mixed movement with wheat firm on bullish weekly data while corn eases on ample supplies. Reports indicate steady poultry demand, firm butter, and varied dairy quotes. several commodities hit notable price levels as traders react to exports and domestic receipts.

Freight Rates To Go Up With White House Approval

Railroads east of the Mississippi met in New York and signaled a general freight rate increase. The plan requires further study by each road, a subsequent general meeting, and thirty days’ notice, plus approval from President Roosevelt and the Interstate Commerce Commission. Wages, materials, and taxes have risen, while demand falls, prompting agencies to justify higher charges to fund expansion and upkeep.

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United States Steel stockholders approve past year deals

New York April 4 stockholders at the United States Steel annual meeting in Hoboken N J approved all purchases and contracts by the directors and finance committee including Tennessee Coal and Iron properties. All terms expiring directors were reelected and no protest over bonuses was mentioned. Subsidiaries held meetings in Hoboken with retiring directors reelected.

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Metal Market Quiet as London Markets Close for Easter

New York April 20 metal quotations remained steady with London closed for Easter. Tin steady to higher averages at 31.85 to 32.20. copper unchanged with lake 12.75 12.87 electrolytic 12.62 12.74 and casting 12.47 12.51. Lead and spelter quiet at 3.9 and 4.00 4.65. Iron prices roused no change with No 1 foundry Northern 18.25 18.75, No 2 17.76 18.25, No 1 Southern Bo st 17.25 18.00.

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Live Stock Markets Across Cities Report Mixed Prices

New York receipts total 4 064 head with steers up to 7 00, cows 2 25 to 4 05, calves 5 00 to 7 00, hogs 6 40 to 8 60. Liverpool and London quotes show cattle steady. Baltimore reports firm cattle prices with prime cattle around 5 50 to 6 00 and hogs at 6 20 to 6 60. sheep and lambs and other items show varied changes with a generally weak trend in some markets.

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