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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jul 04, 1909

Page

5

Ready for Trip Across Virginia Roads Prompts State Action

A fragmented report discusses a citizen led effort to build a highway between Richmond and Washington to boost farming, travel, and commerce. Officials from The Times Dispatch, The Washington Post, and regional rail lines express support, with copies of letters and statements from Virginia leaders urging action and funding.

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Fishing War Sees Legal Battle Over Steam Trawlers

Reported clash over fishing rights and access to waters involved steam trawlers Nord Cappe and Nord Carpe. Representatives Gardner and law firms prepared to pursue legal steps as disputes with Tar tee authorities continue.

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Flying Fish Endanger Ship Off California Coast

A ship near the northern California coast ran aground after a flying fish caused chaos at the wheel. The helmsman, astonished by the impact, released the helm as the vessel struck a reef, narrowly missing a worse fate. The incident left the crew shaken and the ship listing as attempts to regain control continued.

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Powder Explosion in Utah Wounds Dozens

Six men died and six others were seriously injured when a black powder explosion at Topics Utah caused multiple blasts. Authorities report several kegs ignited, blowing workers to atoms and damaging nearby structures.

Utah Salt Lake City

Ramie Industry Plan Aims to Boost U S Agriculture

Lawmakers back a ramie and flax industry tied to a $30 million bond issue to buy land near Washington D C and fund a government ramie factory. Samuel H Staught seeks $5 million for cultivation and manufacturing of ramie fiber to produce coarse and fine cloth, create jobs, and save millions yearly in duties and imports. The plan envisions government buildings and land clearance, with profits redirected to promote ramie across the United States.

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Battle left eight shot in gun fight in Oregon

A chaotic gun battle near Portland involved a sheriff and posse chasing Darheart. A misfire by deputies wounded a pursuer. Garheart was shot and later died. A shotgun and ammunition were recovered after the clash as officers sought to subdue the suspects.

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Official Bond Rates Rumored to Rise in Public Offices

Civago reports that bond providers in the United States were asked to offer rates on public bonds as chairman Tawney of the House Appropriations Committee considers extending a fund. The government notes official rates have risen internally in prior years with no clear cost basis and bond firms claim they cannot supply the statistics behind their increases.

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Transaction in Southeast Reconstruction Plot Details

A partial OCR shows a Southeast transaction on a lot in East Third Street, southeast area, between Moo and streets. The site describes a 891 ft square parcel with 90 feet depth, likely for first class dwellings. Plans and speculations have been discussed, with a predicted market price between 800 and 8000 dollars. Brokers Willige Gibbs & Pomel will handle transfer and brokerage on completion.

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Market Notes From London And New York July 4

Financial markets edge higher amid holiday thinness with London and Paris showing firmness in American stocks. Banks in Berlin report surplus despite heavy settlement week, while investors await crop data and government forecasts to guide July investment, with a cautious tilt toward high grade securities.

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Bank Clearings Show Steady Gains Across Regions

Dun's report notes gains in bank clearings for Jane exhibit with the New York market boosted by stock speculative activity while many other cities report substantial increases. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Boston, Chicago, and southern and western cities show positive results, with declines limited to a few southern outlets. overall U S exchanges reach over 4 trillion dollars, up markedly from last year.

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Treasury Moves in Currency Strain Amid Harvest Outlook

Amid a looming harvest, Europe and the United States weigh the impact of shifting gold and currency flows. The Treasury recalls 25 million in government deposits as banks face limited withdrawals and consider financing options. Possible moves include new Panama bonds or 3 percent certificates if Congress acts on bond sales and tariff revenue.

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Trading Dull in London Market on July 3

The London market traded dull with discounts weak at 1 £ to 30 percent. The Stock Exchange closed the week modestly, Paris providing support for certain assets while foreign investors pulled back on dividend funds. American securities showed activity limited by Wall Street holidays, with parity briefly breached and copper shares remaining dull. final New York figures yesterday listed the losing prices for Americans.

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Washington Produce Market Prices From Oxotattony listing

A garbled wholesale price list from the Washington produce market shows various commodities with regional references and unit prices. Items include dairy, poultry, meats, fruits, and vegetables with scattered figures for Connecticut Virginia North Carolina New York Florida and Texas markets.

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Live Stock Markets Report July Prices and Receipts

Market notes show cattle steady to higher with direct export bids mixed. Sheep and hogs mostly steady. receipts estimated at around nine thousand head with higher cattle demand noted.

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Washington cattle market report shows mixed demand

Market activity varies with choice cattle active and steady demand. Lambs and calves quoted, pork and poultry steady with receipts noted in New York markets. Prices per hundredweight and per pound listed for cattle sheep and poultry with regional indicators and market tone.

New York

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