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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Mar 13, 1908

Page

2

Irregular stock market fuels two interpretations

The Washington Post reports a volatile session with rapid swings and divided views. Some traders saw firm prices after a sharp rise while others believed the market was kept strong to facilitate liquidation and profit taking, with notable activity in American Smelting and Refining, Northern Pacific, United States Steel, and Union Pacific.

Washington Post New York Thare Sharon Pearty Union Pacific

Wall Street Gossip on Short Interest and Market Mood

Special to The Washington Post reports New York trading shows no premium on borrows for all active stocks signaling reduced short interest and a resumed short selling, while traders argue against real business improvement. Rome brokers view Hepburn bill delays and a likely end to reforms until year end, with Northern Pacific bulls confident after a new inquiry, and discussions of railroad rate politics. United States Steel steadies with modest monthly gains and strong Erie financing hints, as Amalgamated Copper stock riders watch copper supply and potential price climbs amid short squeeze and possible accumulation by major interests.

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Market reverses as investors seek higher liquidity

Local financials show a mood shift after a bullish session with brokers noting a downturn as banking interests curb fund flows. Washington Railway and Electric collateral and other major issues saw quiet trading while some stocks held steady or posted small moves.

Washington Produce Market Report and Treasury Data

Washington March market notes list closing prices on onions and other commodities, with New York, Boston and Chicago market references. The report also includes treasury and tax figures, bank note totals, and a long roll of listed securities and bonds with par values and maturities.

OWL QUOTATIONS AND MARKET PRICES REPORT

Quotations indicate wholesale prices only with a steady market across basins. Butter receipts are short but quality remains good. creamery and dairy items show varied pricing. Live poultry demand rises for hens and turkeys. dressed meats and vegetables show active market with multiple item prices listed.

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Washington cattle market prices listed for cattle hogs sheep and calves

The report shows per unit prices for cattle hogs sheep and calves in Washington market listings. It includes various grades such as cattle extra butcher ordinary and per ewt prices as well as hogs ent and gram figures, plus sheep clipped common and lambs spring grades with per pound values and cow prices for prime and common categories.

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WeW York Produce and Wheat Markets Report

New York price notes show mixed activity across poultry dairy and grain items with softeners in butter and eggs. Wheat futures firm early then eased on Argentina data while corn and other commodities also shifted amid exports and spot demand.

Grain market edges higher on wheat demand at Chicago

Chicago grain reports higher wheat prices abroad and steady cash demand boosting local action. May wheat rose to 95 percent before finishing mixed as late reports on tall-sown crop trim gains, corn and oats held firm then slipped, provisions weak from packing selling, with receipts and futures showing varied moves across the pit.

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New York Cotton Market Slumps to New Low Records

The New York cotton market today showed no activity gains and closed near the day's low, with prices down 1 16 to 1 5/8. Sales were about 175,000 bales as futures opened steady then fell, pressured by bearish cables and reports of wage cuts in New England mills. Southern spot markets were unchanged with weak demand and limited orders reported from Memphis Birmingham and Galveston.

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Daily Cotton Market Report From Major Ports

Market notes show steady demand in several ports with varied bids. New Orleans and Savannah report dull to steady tones. Charleston and Augusta show small gains, while Liverpool and Bremen trade run firm. Net today across all ports totals 16 129 with aggregate world figures rising in several categories.

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Live Stock Markets Mixed With Steady Tones Across Regions

New York reports steady demand with receipts for beef calves and sheep. Calves and dressed beef move slowly with limited trading. Hogs see quotes around 4.90 to 6.00, while Chicago market shows mixed cattle and hog runs. sheep and lambs rise slightly with strong demand for mutton and lamb.

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Demand on Harriman as stockholders push suit against directors

Four small holders led by I M Wallenstein petition Union Pacific directors to sue Harriman and fellow directors for profits from sales to the company. They seek about 26 million dollars, citing Intersta te Commerce Commission findings and including stock from Harriman related transfers. If directors refuse within a reasonable time, stockholders may file a suit. Nominated signers reside in Connecticut and own about 160 shares overall.

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