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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1907
Page
2
A fluctuating New York market shows weakness across active shares as orders book lower, with declines led by copper and steel sectors. Traders note a softened outlook despite a favorable quarterly steel operation report and easing financial tensions, while gold exports and the washings strike weigh on sentiment.
A digest of New York trading activity and bond markets, noting movements in mining stocks and government debt. Mentions specific firms, rates, and market conditions with emphasis on interest in issuer performance and price shifts across sectors.
July 3 Morgan & Co purchased from Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railway the convertible five percent bonds part of a recently issued issue. Stockholders reportedly subscribed at par for just over $0.9 million, though details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Aduotations indicate wholesale market quiet with mixed movements across Virginia and the Carolinas. Butter, eggs, and poultry show price adjustments while vegetables and fruits display scattered gains and declines in various regional listings.
Special to The Washington Pool reports a weak session as market acts disappointed by a lack of buy pressure, with declines in copper and steel shares. London aloofness and rumors about Rogers and mine outcomes dampen sentiment, American issues hit new lows as trading closes down several points.
Mixed activity at the local financial page with a mall showing of the membership on the board of the exchange. Bonds show weak demand though Capitol Traction and Columbia issues hold price while other stocks move variably. Gas deals draw outside interest. overall bids ease after initial fervor and some stocks sell between modest price ranges.
The dayport market reports fluctuating cotton futures with August and December positions firming on some gains while others show slack. Prices in New York and London reflect mixed demand, with indications of modest advances in some contracts and steady or weaker pricing in others amid ongoing weather and supply considerations.
Stockholders at a July meeting approve directors action to mortgage the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway for 1 million dollars with Blair & Co of New York. Proxies represent a majority, meeting lasting about forty minutes.
Treasury deficit described as small. New York produce items listed with numerous prices and receipts. References cover Wheat, Potatoes, Coffee, Sugar, oats, and corn futures, with various regional prices and delivery terms.
The Chicago grain market moved unevenly as wheat and corn futures rose on late day buying while oats stayed active. Investors priced in European weather setbacks and domestic supply signals, with wheat showing gains and corn led by forward buying.
The first month of the fiscal year shows a deficit pattern with July receipts and expenditures. Government revenue rose modestly while outlays fell short of the previous year, but total July disbursements surged mainly due to Panama Canal expenditures. Private customs and internal revenue increased, yet overall accounts suggest a possible balance near last year’s surplus unless new emergencies arise or canal funding shifts.
Directors of the Philadelphia Baltimore and Washington Railroad Company authorize an increase of 5.8 million in the companys indebtedness to be secured by bonds or other means. Purpose not stated but linked to Washington terminal construction. No merger plan presented despite market rumors. J Hastert Shores rumors denied by John F Green, VP of the Pennsylvanian Railroad.
The ICC ruled yesterday by Commissioner Glark that Hocking Valley Railway and Wheeling and Lake Erie Railroad must provide 20th share of private cars to owners or lessees and allow foreign railway fuel cars to be consigned to coat company. Private and foreign cars count against the recipient’s distribution share, with adjustments to ensure total available cars are allocated fairly among system, foreign, and private cars.
Special dispatch reviews state actions on railway taxes and passenger rates. The Louisville and Nashville Railway faces a 214 cent fare decision, while the Carolina and Northwestern Railway is pressed to reveal compliance intent. The state auditor announces public service corporation assessments totaling 87.5 million dollars, with tax dues rising by about 14 thousand dollars from last year. Officials warn of potential collection actions and await responses from line owners amid ongoing legal scrutiny.
In City Court Judge Stockbridge heard Isaac Lobe Straus and J Pembroke Thom request to strike a defendant from the docket. They sought to quash a suit filed by Brunswick the lawyer for Charles Seumidt against former Gov Frank Crown for 1100000. A mystified defendant is sought with two aunts cited in court. The judge ordered the writ of summons quashed and gave until August to show cause why the suit should proceed.
Market notes show varied livestock pricing and trading activity across New York facilities. Cattle, sheep, goats, and hogs feature in price listings with multiple farm names and brokers referenced. No clear headline event. summary reflects a broad snapshot of ongoing markets.
A July report from Huntington notes Douglass, senior partner of a timber concern, assigning 42,000 to Gay for a project in the region. The Norfolk based Union Brust and Deppelt Co. is named as the designee. Office locations include Huntington and New Wadtona Line. The Virginian Railroad opened a passenger tram between Norfolk and Victoria, covering eight cars. The trip through Gare Femestown Exposition lasted about eight hours.
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