General Paris Takes $2,000,000 Gold Trading On Limited Scale
The New York market opened mixed amid signs of crop damage and weak domestic trade. Gains came late as rumors of a high rate decision circulated while gold exports to Brazil and a large Northern Pacific mortgage loomed. Bonds were irregular with Rock Island showing weakness and Wabash 4s rising, as total U S bond sales remained unchanged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock Island
New York
Union Vast
Canadian Pacific
Chesapeake and Ohio
Missouri Patie
Hramia
Northern Pacific Railway
New York Bond Market Snapshot 1921
The New York bond market lists a broad array of issues from American Agricultural to Western Union with varied prices and series. Notable entries include American Tobacco, Bethlehem Steel, Chesapeake and Ohio, New York Central and Reading bonds, along with utilities and railway debentures reflecting diverse long term debt instruments and trading appears mixed across sectors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
American Agricultural
American Cogton OU
Mernan ‘Tel
Tel
Amerian Smelting
American Tobacco
Mee Miehlson
Tlantic Goast Lane
Talamore
Itlimore
Ghiwey
Bethleherm Steel
Coklin Transit
Sia
Emtral Leather
Chesapeake
Dhiogs
Echesapeake
Chiev
Quincy
Quincey
Giradl Western
Hiucagu
St. B
Ryhams
Lamorade
Os - Inetillers Seewritles
Chinala
Interborough
Kansas City
Lake Shore
Idiggett & Sacra
Laolard
Missouri
Kansas
Texas
New York Central
New York City
New York States
Ips
Tek
Norfolk
Western Northern Pacite
Northern Pacite
Henesy Ivan
Hermnas Jeania
Reading
Repobiis Serel
St Touts
Air Line Adj
Telos
Vaifie
Southern Railway
Vertas Company
Vesxas and
Pacific
Third Avenue
Pacific Ds
Aclic
Propbet Ee
Kteel Bs
Reinacarolina Chemical 3A
Sage
Mweatern Union
Aly Wesnghouse Elentric
Market moves and agricultural outlook noted in state report
Financial markets showed mixed activity with gold and stock movements as Wabash stock reorganizes and Chesapeake shares push dividend expectations. A North Pacific Railway meeting may authorize a large mortgage of about 250 million dollars. Meanwhile, winter wheat crops face limited risk from Hessian fly and blight, with experts predicting a near record yield despite some losses in up to 20,000 acres.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northert, Pacific, Railway’ Company
Morgan and Mellen Influence on New Haven Presidency
Testimony before the Interstate Commerce Commission links J P Morgan and William Rockefeller to the 1900s selection of Charles Mellen as president of the New Haven Railroad. The record notes Bishop’s backing, Mellen’s consolidation plans, and ongoing disputes with Cassatt over joint bridge projects and policy against political obstruction. The Westchester electric line purchase and related financial maneuvers are discussed as part of the broader consolidation strategy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Interstate Commerce Commission
Charles 8. Méllen
New York, New Haven and Hartford Hailroad Company
J.P. Morgan
New Haven Railroad Company
Maliene
Mellen
John M. Yah
New Haven
Hall
Brillant
Board of Directors
Percy Todd
Percy ‘Todd
West Shore Railroad Company
Mr. Todd
William Rockefeller
Mr. Morgan
Charles Peter Clark
Northern Pacific Railroad
Mr. Morson
James J. Ilm
EB. H. Harriman
Bishop
William D. Bishop
Mr. Bishop
New Haven Company
Meifen
New England
Westchester Road
Melton
Tarlem River
Westchester County
United States
New York City
Thomas Byrnes
Alexander J. Cassatt
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Cassatt
Hel Gate
Long Island Sound
New York Harbor
Holl
Washington Railway and Electric and Bonds Market Notes
Local stock exchange report lists sales regular call at noon with Washington Railway and Electric bonds 4s at 83 and 99% for Potomac Electric items. Includes various railway, gas, telephone, real estate, and mining stocks and bonds with bid and ask details and notes on trust, savings, and insurance entries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Railway and Electric
Potomac Electric Cone
Bss
Capital Traction
Langston Monotype
Washington Gas
Georgetown Gas
Washington Gas & Columbia Gas
Columbia Gas
Capital Traction Co
Ana
River R. R
Columbia Ry
Mort. Bs
St. R
Waal, Ry
Blec
Dg Wash
Alex
Sth W. Wash
Balto
Apm
Ana Wi
Riggs Realty
WARK
Gregs Realty
Public Note
An. Com
Steamboat
Amer, Tel
Tel, Co
Mergenthaler Linotype
Lauston
Greene-Cananea Copper
al National Bank
American District Warmer
Lancomn
United States Treasury May 1 1914 Financial Summary
Treasury daily statements show revenue receipts this day at 20 887 751.85 and ordinary disbursements at 36 814 249.44. Year to date revenue stands 84 831 478.78 and ordinary disbursements 625 738 469.48. Gold coin, silver certificates, and other assets are itemized along with net balances, cash assets in general fund, and total assets in the general and trust funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasury Offices
United States
Treasury
Bas National Bank
Sonat
Ate Fe Goldin
Local Produce Market Prices Across States
Wholesale fruit and vegetable prices listed for Virginia, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Delaware show steady demand. Poultry and eggs prices also noted, with various regional figures for potatoes, peppers, greens, and other produce.
Japan's Premier for Peace Urges World Press Reform
Tokyo May 1 Premier Count Shigenobu Okuma told a gathering of Japanese and foreign journalists that misunderstandings and suspicions between nations hinder world peace. He warned against fortifying peaceful nations and questioned the need to fortify the Panama Canal, saying America has no enemy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tokyo
Japan
Shigenobu Okuma
New Zealand
Australia
America
Panama Canal
The Metal Market in brief notes copper and iron futures
A fragmented market snippet mentions prices and futures for copper and iron ore with references to London and New York trading. The unreadable OCR data hints at a metals section discussing copper prices around 100 and iron values, with regional markets in London and New York and mention of futures activity.
New York Money Markets Prompt Mixed Rates May 19
Call money rates at 142 percent with rates for various terms shown. Closing figures indicate 2 percent for shorter terms and 2 1/2 percent for longer periods. Mercantile paper around 4 percent. Foreign exchange at about 4.8560 demand 4.85. Silver price near 38. Government bonds steady with uneven demand. Local notes reference Mealoan designs at 45 percent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Tine Ioana
Mercantile Nape
Aterline Exchange
New York Floduce Prices Reported In May Market
New York May 18 prices on dairy eggs poultry meat and commodities show firm to steady trends. Butter receipts at 18 053 boxes cheese prices varied 19 to 21 percent. eggs receipts 42 739 cases with fresh gathered and regular pack. poultry prices for fowls and turkeys remain firm. Sugar raw market steady with bag sales 150 000. refined and other staples show mixed steady levels across kernels and grains. Cottonseed oil listed as easy with futures for May July September. Coffee dull with listed bids and grades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
New York
Lord Liralien
Tach-Anerkean
Firntish-Amer Tobacco
Cagris
da Das Aye Consolidated
Ciresue Cananea Ag
Hatkati
Translee
Mareant
New
Faturon
Clear
Santos
Cordova
Live Stock Markets report from Chicago and New York
Chicago hogs and cattle receipts rise and fall with mixed sales and steady to weak demand. In New York calves and sheep show modest demand as hog receipts remain sizable and prices vary by class and grade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
B.ocgrgo
Deeven
V.sn
New York
Meg
Tesling
Philadelphia Markets May Grain and Cheese Prices
Philadelphia markets report mixed prices across commodities. Butter and cheese show varied quotes while wheat corn and oats move on futures and spot markets with modest gains and steady levels.
Baltimore Markets May Report on Oats Poultry and Dairy Prices
Baltimore markets list mixed commodity prices including oats standard white and white flour, live poultry with multiple weight categories, ducks and pigs with ranges, Maryland and Pennsylvania dairy prints, butter and margarine terms, and regional references to Western firsts and Southern firsts with per dozen and per pound pricing. The brief note cites regional dairy products from Maryland Pennsylvania Virginia and nearby states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Maryland
Pennsylvania
West Virginia
Marpland
Pennsylvani
WWE
Maryn
Virginia
Penneylvania
Richmond Reserve Bank organized and tax totals listed
Comptroller Williams received the certificate of organization for the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond after district bankers sessions. The piece notes stock activity and bond sales, plus a tax deadline reminder. District real estate taxes total 5 178 862 60 and personal taxes 1 230 000 87 with daily payments near 100 000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond Reserve Bank
Wiliams
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
James F. Oyster
Food price list with varied produce items and prices
A fragmented cost list shows produce pricing including celery 1.00 per dozen, romaine lettuce 1.00 per market, kale 0.76 per bundle, turnips 1.75 per barrel, asparagus 1.25 per dozen, strawberries 0.14 per glass, California oranges 2.25 per box, lemons 2.75 per dozen, pineapples 4.25 per crate, Florida oranges 3.79 per box, Florida grapefruit 2.60 per box, and other items with unclear quantities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
California
Ubl
Flor
Florida
Washington cattle market lamb and calf prices slip
Fall lambs and veal calves receipts were light with demand active at once. Hogs and lambs quoted per pound with varying percentages. Market notes a sparse supply of calves and spring lambs, signaling immediate demand from buyers.
Character witnesses bolster Thomson fame in bribery trial
In Criminal Court No 1, Thomson the Hamilton based president of Champion Coated Paper faces a jury after the judge refused to direct a not guilty verdict. Proctor & Gamble head William Cooper Proctor and other financiers testified Thomson bears an excellent reputation. Senator Burton and another Ohio witness are set to testify tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burton
Cincinnati
Quill
Peters
Thomson
Champion Coated Paper Company
Hamillton
Ohio
M. W. Plantzinger
Post Office Department
Attorress Wills
Donaldson
Matthews
Perpuson
Gould
Willam Cooper Proctor
Proctor & Gambie Company
George Puchta
Stanley B. Bowdle
Dabney
University of Cincinnati
Samuel D. Fitton
Middle West
Z. G. Schmidlan
Huuttable Life Assurance Company
Ohia
Three Hurt on Naval Boat at Mare Island Yard
In Vallejo California on May 19 three men were injured and one fatally after a steam box exploded in the engine room of the receiving ship Intrepid at Mare Island Navy Yard. Ammonia fumes nearly suffocated the injured crew as aid arrived. Chief Water Tender J Kelly was reported dying while electricians J H Caldwell and B F Henry were badly hurt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Intrepid
Vallejo
Cal
Mare Island Navy Yard
J. Kelly
J. H. Caldwell
B. F. Henry
Woman dies after fall in home stairway search for medicine
Mrs. George McGruder, wife of a farmer, at her home on Butcher Run two miles from Barton, Cumberland County, searched for medicine for a sick child in darkness. She stumbled down the stairs yesterday morning and was instantly killed, suffering neck and both arms broken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waebington
Cumberland
George’ .McGruder
Butcher Run
Barton
This County
Labor Declares War On Administration Trust Program
New York May 18 A Washington dispatch reports the American Federation of Labor has declared war on the administration trust program. Labor leaders accuse Democratic leaders of breaking faith after agreeing to the Clayton exemption for unions and seek broader protections. The clash could realign labor forces and influence the next congressional campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Washington
New York Herald
American Federation of Labor
Chiefs of Organized Labor
Congress
Herald
House
Samuel Gompers
Federation
Gompers
Democratic Party
Baltimore
William H. Taft
David J. Lewis
Maryland
Frank Merricon
Jackson H. Ralston
Henry D. Clayton
John D. Floyd
Charles C. Carlin
House Judiciary Committee
Labor
Bargar
Clayton Inn
Clayton
Lewis
Gorpers
Martison
Ralston
Rewiiten Su
Sherman Tells Of Plans For Weights And Measures
John H Sherman announces no immediate reforms as he takes office as superintendent of weights measures and markets. He will focus on learning the office and he denies reports that middlemen will be attacked. Sherman was chosen to represent the District at the national conference in Washington on May 23.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hhis
John H Sherman
Shermen
Sherman
Washington
Ships Hindus to Canada Test Immigration Law Case
A steamer Komagata Maru with 506 Hindus sailed from Shanghai aiming to test Canadian entry laws. Backed by a wealthy Hindu, the voyage seeks to breach Ottawa’s restrictions as authorities at Victoria are ordered not to permit landing. Large funds support the push to admit Indian subjects, with anxiety reported at Ottawa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oriental
Vancouver
British Columbia
Shanghai
Victoria
Ottawa
Dominion
India
Canada
Dominican Blockade Raised at Monte Christi Reported
Wheeling commander reports federal blockade of Monte Christi port raised in Dominican waters. Other dispatches from Capt Hberle of Washington describe desultory firing at Puerto Plata between federals under Gen Bordas and entrenched rebels, with conditions quiet. Navy orders Machias to Guantanamo to relieve Wheeling or Petrel en route to San Domingo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheeling
Monte Christi
Bierer
United States
Dominican
San Domingo
Hberle
Washington
Puerto Plata
Bordas
Navy
Department
Pilgrimage to Mount Vernon by Governor and Board
Governor Stuart and the state board of visitors will travel to Mount Vernon by private cars, meeting in Washington and Richmond, to inspect grounds and buildings and be hosted at luncheon by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association. Also notes on deaths and local incidents including a livery stable owner and a street awning fire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stuart
Mount Vernon
Tod King
Alexandre
Henm
State Board of Visitors
Tmbh
Washington
Walton Moore
Fairfax County
Robert W Hunter
Maz Jock Hemphill
Moy Vernon
Sheare
Richmond
Wiliam H. White
Washington Southern Railway
Robert Barrett
BR. Walton Moore
Fairfax
Thomas
Winston
B Chanter, Jr
Frederickeburg
Robert S Barrett
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Paris
Gore
Missouri Public Service Commission
Wall Street
Louisville & Nashville
Amalgamated
Mackay Co
St P
Car & Fdy
Kansas & Berra
Missouri Pacific
Ice Securities
St National Biscuit J
Anys Mertcan Linseed
Alesse A
National Lead
Amer
Rya
Mex
Melt
Rtg
Nevada Consolidated
Hil
Mer. S. & Rf, Pfd
Naconda Mining Co
Bae 1
North American
Tehison
Northern Pacif
Tchison
Pacific Mail
Tlantic Coast Line
Chesapeake & Ohio
Chicago Great West
Republic Tr ‘On & Steel
Chicago, Mil & St
Republic I
Chicago & N. W
Rock Island Co
China Copper
Colorado Fuel & Iron
Consolidated Gas
Seaboard Air Line
Seaboard Air
Delaware & Hudson Slose-Shef
Denver & Rio Grand
Southern Pacific
Denver & Rio G
Distiers’ Securities
Southern Railway Ltd
Erie
Tennessee Copper
Pexaga & Pacific
Union Pacific
General
Union Pacffc RA
Goodrich
United States Realty
Great Northern P
United States Rubber
Great North
United States Steel Lt
Luis Central
BK Wal & Ah Og Bud
U. S. Steel
nterborough-Met
Interborough-Met
Gag
Care. Chemical
Inter
Harvester
Wabashal
Marine
Western Maryland
International Rump
Western Union
Kansas City Southern
Westinghouse- “Electric
Lake Erie
W. B. Hibbs & Co
New York Stock Exchange
Hibbs
Hoeland
Dir
Meller
The
Morgan
Willam Rockefeller
West Shore
A. I Cassatt
Koan
Lnen
Mr. Cassatt
Local Stock Exchange
United States Treasury
Local Produce Market
Delaware
Ginia
Maine
Michigan
Fomotone
VFOYA
Shbare
South Carolina
Ibag
South’ Carolina
Exanberriez
Dow
Tate
Count Okuma
Chicago Grain
Curb Market
Boston
Buston
Centennial
New Orleans
Mina
Galveston
Savannah
Grants Consolidated
Charleston
Weins
Greere-Cananea
Wilmington
Amuhank
Srybhashe
Nurfolks
Shannon
Vian Consolidated
Mdig
Utah Copper Co
Houston
Blomphis
Augusta
St. Louis
Little Rock
Baltimore Securities
Con Power
T S. Brewing
Reota Sg
Counon
United Ky
Panama Se
United Ty
Elec. Inc
City
Gab
York
Landen
Ibveland
Londen
Treblye
Floduce
Philadelphia
NEW York Grain
Northern
Duluth
Manitoba
OH City
Ismica
William T. Galliher
American National Bank
George W. White
National Metropolitan
HH. H. McKee
Capital National
Lanston
Potomac Electric Consolidated
Washington Railway
Federal Reserve Bank
District of Columbia
Federal Reserve
Harding
Chester Harding
Board of Trade
Chesapeake Beach
Washington Cattle Market
Chioans
American Federation
Clastan
Equitable Co-Operative Building Association
F Street
John Joy Edson
Frestient
Frank Preeside
Henied
Washington Loan & Trust Co. Cor
Oth
Ste John Joy
of Columbia
Snd
Avalon
Swartzell, Rheem & Hensey Co
Fifteenth Street
N. W
First Trust
Real Estate Trust O
Tel. M
Munsey Trust Company
Frank A. Munsey
Hendrick Building
J. Thilman Hendrick
15Th St
Manhattan Life Insurance Co
Washingon
James Patterson
Prince Street
Ining Street
Royal Street
Jefforte
C. M. Schwab
Osceola
Trias
RT. Sullivan
Great Council of Improved Order of Red Men
James A. Mathews
Washington Easton
James A Mathews
Ta Joome
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