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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1908
Page
15
The article outlines mixed price movements amid expectations of the Bank of England discount rate rising to around 4 12 percent, with railroad earnings weakening market sentiment. It notes suspensions ignored, broad market rallies later, and widespread uncertainty pressuring equities and futures across sectors.
A garbled OCR snippet shows scattered city and financial terms including Boston and New York references, ending with a stray number sequence. The readable portion hints at a financial prices report but lacks coherent data or values to summarize beyond noting a closing prices context.
New York January 22 curb quotations feature diverse listings from American Tobacco to Union Pacific and Southern Railway. Prices drift with bonds like New York Central, Northern Pacific, and Seaboard lines showing modest moves amid a broad market backdrop.
Special to The Washington Post reports New York Jan 22 on December earnings for major railroads. Northwestern earnings fell about 20 percent while Pittsburg Cincinnati Chicago and St Louis dropped nearly 50 percent net. US Steel quarterly results expected to show earnings below prior year. Market tone mixed with temporary rallies as shorts cover, but railroad earnings remain a pressure point.
The New York Stock Market data received by WB Hibbs & Co bankers shows activity across major issues and exchanges, including the New York Stock Exchange and the Chicago Board of Trade, reflecting current trading levels and market movement.
Yesterday on the local stock exchange marked a yearly low as brokers reported no orders in hand from prominent houses. No Honda sales occurred though bids were steady. Banks remained conservative on new collateral loans, not increasing existing collateral. About six brokers were active seeking investment lots of Capital Traction stock at 159 to 121 but refused to move below 1M. Washington Railway & Electric preferred stock traded at 6 after call, with further offers at 1-2. Market chatter hints at boardroom politics and possible outside sellers tied to Washington By Electric Securities.
The Washington Stock Exchange report covers wheat and corn receipts, spot quotes, and closing prices with mentions of weak cables, Argentine offerings, and futures movements. It lists bids and asks for grains, bonds, and utility stocks, with market shifts attributed to Northwest and Southwest demand and corn strength late in the session.
Market notes show varied prices across fresh produce and meats with steady demand. Butter receipts short but quality good. cheese market firm. live poultry in dull to steady demand with turkeys and chickens priced per pound. Dressed meats and calves in fair demand. vegetables including potatoes onions tomatoes and cabbage listed with units and prices. Banking and misc ad items appear amid market data and commodity prices.
Oil market update from Toledo and Lima regions notes balances and averages. Credit balances show 173 runs 102,182 barrels with 186,890 shipments. another line lists 169,590 barrels average 148. January 2 report from North Lima and South Lima areas cites quantities in Indiana as 99.
The New York cotton market opened steady with a 6 to 8 point rise on higher cables and news of set the Lancashire dispute, but soon fell back. By close the market was barely steady, with March at 11.85, May at 11.49 and 12.60, and overall weak demand from offshore buyers. Rumors circulated that tomorrow’s Ginners Association figures would be less bullish, while receipts at Houston were expected higher, aided by stronger spinner demand. European stock estimates and world cotton needs were debated among analysts.
The report discusses cost cutting at Greene Canaria with focus on wage and expense reductions. It notes questions about ore grade, high costs, and the belief that much high grade ore is mined under Greene’s management, while profitable ore remains. It also mentions leadership changes at Amenda Security and Potama Power and changes at National Savings and Trust.
Baltimore markets report dull receipts across grains and fats with firm butter and cheese prices. Corn and rye show mixed spot and futures levels while exports and bushels move modestly. sugar and eggs hold steady with stable fat prices and routine freight rates noted.
Secretary Cortelyou announced immediate withdrawal of public deposits from New York depository banks totaling $1,000,000 and plans for modest future withdrawals elsewhere. He said the move, aimed at replenishing the Treasury working balance, follows improved financial conditions and should not hardship banks or business. Currency payments have resumed and localities may still use clearing house certificates where applicable. The withdrawals are expected to be limited and gradual.
Pittsburg June 22 Traders and Mechanics Bank a state institution with 710000 capital was closed by State Banking Commissioner J L White who is temporary receiver The Treasury Trust Company occupying the same building was also closed White says depositors will be paid in full William Kemmler Jr presides The suspension had been anticipated and the December 19 report showed deposits and certifcates totaling 411977 37
Receivers of the American Silk Company in New York announce the Monarch mill in York will reopen next Monday after a closure since November 16 due to financial difficulties. Fifty workers will be employed, restoring operation of all silk mills in the city.
New York cattle prices fell with record receipts for beesves and steers. bulls and cows showed declines while heifers and calves posted mixed results. London tops for cattle dressed weight quoted, with sheep and hog markets exhibiting broad moves amid high volumes and steady to lower bids.
A New York produce market summary shows varied steady to firm prices across poultry, flour, eggs, and meats. Notes list alive wean Western chickens, fowls, turkeys, creamery items, eggs, flour receipts, and commodities like cottonseed oil and rosin with marginal changes and demand cues.
Washington Post announces twenty six cash prizes for the Great Educational Contest starting next Sunday January 26. Readers are urged to order The Post early to receive familiar scenes views to name correctly, with postal card or phone 420 Main delivering each morning to home or office.
The Post prints a sprawling classified style list naming New Willard hotels in multiple cities including Chicago New York Philadelphia Baltimore and Washington with numerous individuals associated. The long notice appears as a national advertising section urging readers to advertise in the paper.
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