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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1912
Page
2
Washington Stock Exchange members Ibbs Co and others report ex dividend activity on Friday March 8 in a New York market brief. Stocks move with ex dividend statuses as investors adjust holdings and prices reflect payout timings.
The weekly bank clearings summary shows an aggregate total of 260 across listed cities, with comparisons to prior periods. Major centers include New York, Philadelphia, Boston, Chicago, San Francisco, and others, noting variations in totals and notable omissions for certain items.
Market report from New York shows steady to mixed activity across grains with exports, receipts, and futures affected by government data and weekly shipments. Wheat and corn prices noted. spot and futures markets reference elevator loads, exports to Antwerp, and domestic demand. Also includes exchange rates, railcar summaries, and a health ad for Hood's Sarsaparilla warning tiredness after exertion.
In a cautious session on the local stock exchange yesterday volume rose modestly though most active issues traded light. Bonds remained in steady demand with prices fluctuating as traders adjusted positions, while utilities and rail stocks saw varied activity and select issues hit new high or low marks amid ongoing market adjustments.
Dun and Co reports spring optimism in Western trade as wheat conditions lift sentiment and dry goods demand grows toward India, the largest six years. Pig iron output rose in February to 41 20815 tons, with February daily average up 6000 from January, signaling heavier operations as weather improves and prices stabilize.
New York March cotton opened higher with futures pushing to new crop month highs while mid day activity absorbed offerings. Spot rice and woolens show solid demand as leather and fall goods expectations pull trade forward. Bradstreet reports weekly business failures rising to 7.47 percent.
A chaotic mix of notes reports farm policy questions in Washington and grain futures reacting to policy rumors. Wheat and corn traded mixed as traders weighed government actions and potential bull or bear shifts in prices.
Philadelphia markets report steady wheat with export elevator prices for No 3 and No 1, and softer oats and butter. Cheese futures rise in New York with full cream varieties and western creamery quotes. Eggs stay firm in Pennsylvania, ducks and chickens show varied pricing, and meat cuts hold steady amid mixed demand.
Fragmented OCR text describes market items and prices for green fruits and vegetables, with garbled terms and unclear references to suppliers and locations. It mentions apples and per barrel pricing and various unclear entries possibly tied to a factory or supplier names.
The report describes a trading day with heavy activity, profit taking, and bears covering as stocks show signs of hesitation after an early strong opening. It notes a roughly 5 point rise in leading stocks, with specific mentions of Steel common, Union Pacific, Reading, and Amalgamated Copper and recalls prior months’ volatile swings. It also covers corporate finance moves and German market pressures, highlighting the impact of debt issues on Denver and Rio Grande and rising interest burdens, plus international banking tensions amid European war fears.
Market notes show prices for butter creamery and dairy prints across Maryland Virginia and Pennsylvania. Eggs poultry and live cattle quotes appear with multiple grades and weights, noting regional variations and supply conditions in the mid-Atlantic area.
The Cee and EM System group at 8 Pennsylvania Avenue NW has remodeled its Shop to launch a Haberdashery department. Under LH Moore’s supervision the new store offers tailored suits topcoats rainwear and accessories, aiming to attract a discerning clientele.
The article notes that a post marriage claim or inquiry remained valid after contentious proceedings. It mentions Mrs Post and references a prior marriage, two husbands, and connections to Texas and New York, including a governor’s relative.
Market notes show fluctuating beef and hog quotes with calves and heifers listed. Providers issue sparse figures and mixed demand across regions as buyers assess price signals and seasonal supply shifts.
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