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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1908
Page
9
News wires report volatile sessions with small net changes in most shares and fractional quotations. Missouri Pacific declines while broader market activity remains subdued before the close at the main market hub, with occasional price moves and limited volume across sectors.
Grain receipts at New York show mixed trading as experts note 126000 plus bushels with white wheat firm and oats firming. Duluth to New York movements appear limited while spring and winter wheat futures show pressure amid export activity and unsettled demand.
The grain market faced a tight session with wheat and corn futures wavering as export prospects and domestic demand influenced prices. Traders watched for daily shifts in supply, with proximity to key reports shaping near term direction and potential gains across the board.
Dun's Review notes improved activity across manufacturing and mercantile sectors as pay rolls rise in early June. Prices for steel bars fall surprise, prompting buyers to await broader cuts. dairy and footwear see steady if uneven gains while raw wool remains affordable despite London trends.
Market notes show brisk receipts with 745 cattle and 6100 quarters of beef traded. Cattle steady to firm with hogs and sheep listing lower quotes in parts, while dressed veal remains active. Prices per pound vary by weight and condition, with some categories showing firmness and others softening.
Prices for cattle and beef products listed with varied weights and grades. Notable figures include cwt prices and per pound rates for several categories, alongside occasional batch and average figures. The text reflects mixed data on cattle pricing and sales terms from the market.
Washington Post reports traders discuss bond issues and stock movements as Harriman interests withhold details. U S Steel and Reading show activity amid price tensions. new liberty bonds trade around 9 and 4 points above expected issue price while coal and anthracite sectors face supply concerns and potential three day mine shutdowns.
The royal board turnout was solid but activity lagged across stocks and bonds. Washington Rail and Electric common traded around 3 12, with preferred shares easing to 11 and a 15 incentive noted for a buy at 81 18. Limited supply of Capital Traction and Bell Telephone shares appeared at bid prices, while Washington Railway and Potomac Electric saw modest moves. Gas prices fluctuated and a United States Savings Bank dividend of 6 percent was declared payable July 1, reflecting cautious sentiment ahead of the presidential race.
The Wilkins residence, a grand French colonial house in the city, was sold yesterday after extensive bidding by local families and the firm Pesty & Ligier. The property features a large Gothic front, seven baths, and extensive stables with a long driveway, marking it as one of the area's most notable estate transactions.
A garbled OCR item notes copper market tensions with references to Reston, vendors, quotas, and price fluctuations. It mentions copper supply frailties, production changes, and potential impacts on prices and consumption, citing unspecified sites and entities. The piece reads as a market snapshot with unclear dates and participants but centers on copper behavior and trade signals.
The statement shows the total visible supply of cotton at 7,589, bales, down from 35,417 last year, with American and foreign totals varying by region. Figures compare current totals to last year across several markets, noting declines in United States and India stock levels and contrasting with earlier weeks.
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