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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Feb 02, 1906

Page

7

London tin and metal market roundup with prices steady

The London tin market posted a quiet session with spot at £1,16s 17%d and futures up slightly while copper held near unchanged levels. Locally prices for Saka and electrofytte hovered around 18, 19.50 and casting at 18. Lead stayed steady, spelter unchanged, and English and American futures showed modest movement amid concession reports. Foundry prices in Northern and Southern districts were quoted at 18.73 19.35, 15.1 15.9, and 17.75 18.75 respectively as market tone remained steady amid mixed signals.

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Peril in Shaw plan arouses debate on money relief

New York February reports detail a chamber of commerce committee disapproving Secretary Shaw's plan to ease money stringency. Schiff argues for gold standard measures while the panel urges limiting national bank note redemptions and allowing deposits to back securities. The article also touches on stock market activity and fiscal discussions.

New York Shaw Chamber of Commerce Jacob H Schiff Chamber Internal Revenue Congress Schiff Jacob Tl Sihiff Mio Scott Imern Anancat Ronsideris

Grain and commodity receipts and fuel cargo notes

Dull trading seen in flour exports with 4 barrels of Baltimore form est receipt for wheat contracts. diverse grain receipts list shows Southern corn and oats steady. Butter and sugar markets remain steady with price marks. several vintages and grades noted for timothy and other grains.

Baltimore Marc Southern Chile

Local Market Dullness Noted in Yesterday's Trading

Market yesterday showed dull trading with small volume and scattered buying of broken lots. Bond and stock activity remained light with few notable bids, while certain issues like Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone drew some interest.

Riggs Bank Washington Loan and Trust American Security and Trust Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone

Market Prices and Dull Trading On Fresh Provisions

The notes show mixed wholesale pricing for meats and produce. Turkey, ducks, and dressed meats vary by grade with per pound rates. vegetables list steady or slightly firm with potatoes, cabbage, cucumbers, and greens among items. Fruits receipts modest with apples and cranberries described. overall market tone remains dull with prices near previous levels.

Washington cattle market steady on high grades and calves

Market remains firm on high grades with unchanged quotations. Medium and low grades hold steady as hogs and lambs show steady demand. Calves stay in good demand with prime prices around 9.4 per pound and common near 5.0 for calves. sheep Wool and clip rates noted.

New York Chicago

Would Employ Americans The Isthmian Canal Zone Letter

A reader argues for replacing foreign labor on the Canal Zone with white American workers at better wages. He criticizes disorganized material handling, calls for direct reporting to the governor, and urges domestic management of canal construction. Also notes on land withdrawals for irrigation and forest reserves, a Nickel Plate railroad appointment, a dividend cut, and a local ad for Burcksen Arnica Salve.

Isthmian Canal Zone United States Canal Zone Canal Route Colon Panama Naton Jamaica Canal Washington

Imports Show Big Gains in 1905 Trade

Imports to the United States rose sharply from 1898 to 1905, totaling $1,179,000,000 in 1905, nearly doubling over seven years. Increases spanned all classes, with foodstuffs and manufactured goods leading gains. raw silk and tin rose about 100 and 200 percent respectively, while hides, rubber, and cotton imports surged.

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Lumbermen seek Concessions on Car Equipment Costs

A conference between the National Wholesale Lumber Dealers Association and eastern railroads met at the New Willard to discuss who should pay for flat car equipment and handling costs for lumber transport. No agreement was reached. rescheduled for morning sessions. Leaders named from both sides include I. R. Babcock and Holgar J. Rich, with Walter W. Ross and F. W. Brazier among officials.

National Wholesale Lumber Dealers’ Association Mississippi River New Willard Louis Hill Baltimore Interstate Commerce Commission I. R. Babcock Pittsburg R W Claudian Northrop Ohio C. C. Paulding New York Central Henry B. Spencer Southern L. Green F. W. Brazier

Two Touchdowns Won A Bride

Anna Taylor, seventeen, eloped to Wilmington on November 26 and married J Willem Martin, a Philadelphia football captain and mechanic. The Overbrook captain scored two touchdowns to lead a 15 to 6 win over Glen Mills, then wed his sweetheart.

Philadelphia Philadelphia Inquirer Anna Taylor Wilmington Del J. Willem Martin John Taylor Martin Overbrook Athletic Association West Philadelphia Miss Taylor Overbrook Glen Milla

Mrs Palmer to Study Bridge in Europe Trip

Chicago correspondent notes Mrs Potter Palmer sails for Europe on Saturday with Mrs Eleanor Bingham a widow known for art and philanthropy. Bingham aims to visit European galleries while Palmer learns bridge from her. the plan includes a continental tour and a tutoring exchange.

Chicago New York Violet Mrs. Palmer Palmer London

Postal Star Routes Contracts Awarded West of Mississippi

The Post Office Department awarded four year contracts for carrying mails on 3 741 star routes west of the Mississippi excluding Minnesota Iowa and Missouri. The routes cover 69 136 miles with 30 187 615 miles traveled annually. Total annual compensation is 2 406 193 dollars.

Post Office Department Mississippi River Minnesota Iowa Missouri

Views of the Wildwoods Lecture on Hunting With a Camera

Prof. Tyler Tells How Reptiles and Beasts Are Photographed in Their Native Lairs at Friends' School. He discusses patience, weather, and field conditions, noting hawks, owls, and marsh birds as challenging subjects, and urges public sentiment against plume hunting and bird skins on hats.

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