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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1905

Page

9

Heavy profit taking advances in minor issues

A Wall Street report from June 27 notes continued advance in top stocks despite speculative selling. Steel preferred and Union Pacific rose to near highs before a broad midday gain eased, with Reading, Steel common, and Pennsylvania mixed. Analysts highlighted convertible Delaware and Hudson bonds as attractive savings-bank investments amid gold inflation concerns and optional stock conversion potential.

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Mechanics and Traders Bank Changes in Control

In New York on June 2 E R Thomas and R Livingston Beedman gained a controlling stake in Mechanics and Traders Bank of the city. The bank, a state institution with $7000000 capital, about $4000000 surplus and around $45000000 in deposits, has seen its stock rise sharply, trading near 3170 last week from 1150.

Mechanica and Traders’ Bank Change New York E. R. Thomas QO . Thomas R. Livingston

Wall Street Gossips on Market Swings and Big Stocks

The June market shows a pendulum swing with profits taking in Union Pacific and Erie. Bulls in Reading resist, while Northwest wheat futures rise in Chicago as analysts debate crop prospects. A shift in Hill stock activity and southern rail earnings temper speculation, with European wheat limits and Atchison under scrutiny for future value.

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Walter Heston joins Washington Stock Exchange leadership

Walter Heston, who joined the Washington Stock Exchange in March 1898, is described as part of the younger element though his achievements show maturity. He served as treasurer, acted as chairman in Hibbs's absence, and was elected vice president last November. His modest style and wish to avoid notoriety are noted.

Walter Heston The Stock Exchange West End Citizens’ Combination Traders’ Bank United States Electric Light Company Exchange Thaa Hibbs Rado

Walter Hieston A Prominent Trader And Investor

Walter Hieston earns wide notice for rapid buying and selling on his own account through Lanston and Mergerthaler. He co founded a Lincoln Fire Insurance Company affiliate and now sits as director of Potomac Fire and District Tithe Insurance Companies and Traders National Bank. An avid outdoorsman, he supports Columbia Golf Club and Blue Ridge Rod and Gun Club, with a noted gentle, gentlemanly bearing.

Walter Hieston Lanston and Mergerthaler Mesars, Wescott and Wilcox Lincoln Fire Insurance Company Potomac Fire District Tithe Insurance Companies Traders’ National Bank Columbia Golf Club Blue Ridge Rod and Gun Club Byron Don Juan Natura

New York Cotton Market Surges to Year Highs

The New York cotton market remained active and firm, advancing over 30 points from last night as traders priced in reports of Talus in the Southwest and weather data. New Orleans and Liverpool buyers helped push prices higher, with a late afternoon climb after the weekly weather report showed crop improvements still lacking.

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Daily Cotton Market and Grain Prices Report

Baltimore June 27 wholesale prices show steady to firm grains with mixed cattle hog and lamb futures. Wheat and corn futures hold firm with Southern varieties cited. hogs steady to higher as cattle markets remain cautious while receipts reflect ongoing market activity. Treasury receipts and expenditures include $228,148 in bank note redemptions and $1.3 million in expenditures.

Baltimore Mil Hug New Southern

Lanston stock straddles opening dip amid brisk selling

The Lanston stock opened at 151-2 and quickly rose to 151-4 before broad selling pushed it back. Brokers who previously favored it showed selling pressure as others bought up options, with rights and other securities trading at notable levels while Washington Railway, Gas and other issues moved in mixed fashion.

Lanston Mergenthaler Washington National Union Insurance Company Washington Stock Exchange

Chicago Grain Market Moves as Rain Pressures Wheat Prices

Continued wet weather in the Northwest lifted bullish sentiment in the wheat trade though July weakened on pit pressure. Wheat for nearby delivery rose about one and a half points with September held firm, while July sagged on harvest pressure in the Southwest. distant deliveries stayed firm amid general demand and expectations of new wheat supplies.

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