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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Mar 22, 1907

Page

28

Harriman Opposes Rockefeller on Federal Rail Control

E H Harriman, NYC March 21, rejects Rockefeller on federal control and overcapitalization. He says railroads are not overcapitalized, laws on the books suffice, and future growth should be development driven, with possible contraction in investments and prices. He notes English standards cannot fit American rails and foresees slower expansion amid public supervision debates.

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Highlands Property Sold Improves Connecticut Avenue Highlands

The Connecticut Avenue Company sells a controlling stake in the Connecticut Avenue Highlands to New York and Pennsylvania buyers for 12.34 per share. The property lies five blocks north of the Connecticut Avenue Bridge adjacent to Cleveland Park. Grading and improvements have occurred over the past three years as a new company is formed with two former stockholders to further residential enhancements.

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Potomac Fire Insurance Company Not Sold

Negotiations to sell Potomac Fire Insurance Company were halted as purchasers failed to meet terms. President John Taylor Arms stated stock would not be sold and he would remain in position. He controlled a majority of the $200,000 stock and said a $358 per share offer was rejected to treat all stockholders equally. Names of buyers were not disclosed.

Potomac Fire Insurance Company John Taylor Arms

Duluth Broker Merritt Closes Doors in Copper Boom

Fred H Merritt, likely Duluth’s largest curb stock dealer, shut his doors and placed his affairs in trustees’ hands. Once valued around 500000, he lost heavily in copper and the New York and Boston market slump. Merritt’s attorneys say creditors will be paid in full and he may resume with a margin. first copper boom era brokerage failure in Duluth.

Duluth Man Fred H Meritt Merritt New York Boston

French Discount Rise Prompts Rate Hike at Bank of France

Paris on March 21 reports the Bank of France raised its bank rate from 3 to 8 12 percent and the private rate from 3 to 2 48 percent amid surging foreign demand for money. The move, seen as prelude to higher rates, aims to shield the bank as global borrowers seek funds in Paris and via London and Berlin.

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Chicago Grain Market Report Reflects Wheat Rally

Chicago wheat led gains on May and July options amid reports of green bug damage and hot weather. Corn and oats rose as demand from commissions and packers boosted activity. prices firmed despite Liverpool weakness and plentiful local receipts. Provisions declined with lower hog and hive box values, while futures closed strong on tighter stocks and favorable crop signals.

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Washington Stock Exchange report with mixed quotes and commodities

Closing bid quotations show Washington Railway and Electric common and preferred active with varied prices, plus bonds and other utilities trading across broad ranges. Agriculturals follow with egg and butter notes, while live poultry and meats price movements reflect cautious demand and stock receipts across regional markets.

Baltimore Markets Readings Show Mixed Grain and Cash Trends

Market digest from Baltimore shows dull wheat and steady corn with varied futures and spot prices. Receipts and exports shift across wheat corn oats hay and sugar with regional notes and a March to April spread. educational content contest details follow.

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Stuyvesant Fish Assesses Railroads and Roosevelt Talk

Stuyvesant Fish former Illinois Central president spoke at the University of Pennsylvania Waartoen School of Finance arguing Roosevelt's legislation largely benefits the national economy while Hepburn measures are economically unsound. He urged fair rate regulation, opposed government price controls on railroads, and said railroad financing requires legitimate stock and bond sales to fund improvements. He stressed faith in banks and warned against overreacting to stock market fluctuations.

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Grain Market Movements In New York Wheat Falls Then Recovers

New York grain notes a volatile session with wheat slipping on easy cables and bearish crop talks before firming on Argentine demand and export news. Corn and oats show modest gains with mixed receipts and limited activity as May, July, and September contracts close near earlier levels.

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Washington Railway and Electric Stock Trading Report

After 45 shares traded at 351-2 the stock recovered to 3-4 near the close. 100 shares peaked at 936 and 50 more sold at the same level. Preferred held firm around 80 and 791-2 with 39 and 45 shares traded respectively. National City Bank rose after call, Commercial National moved to 218, Washington Loan and Trust up a point. Most activity centered on small quantities, Capital Traction limited to 14 1-2 as the day ended.

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Open to All Exposition Editor Washington Post

The Washington Post segment titled Open to All reports on the exposition editor’s invitation and public accessibility, outlining venue hours, featured displays, and the role of the press in covering the event.

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Win a trip to the United States’ historic Exposition contest

It invites readers to enter a popular contest with chances to win free trips and cash prizes. Encourages early participation and seeking friends’ help to improve odds.

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