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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1914
Page
14
Exports surged in October while imports rose by about five million dollars, trimming last year’s surplus to 57 million. The shift signals a strong foreign demand and a rare excess in exports, with capital flows offsetting earlier deficits. Analysts foresee continued strength but warn of external dependences and the need for prudent balance in future years.
The Susquehanna Dye Works announced agreement for a year’s supply of German dyestuffs via Fremminking, signaling heavy activity for its dye operations. The firm owns seven large weaving plants in AmeriC and faces multiple lawsuits, with plaintiffs represented by various attorneys.
A long list of real estate transfers shows multiple properties across squares and streets. Transactions involve many trustees and individuals such as Catherine Fo, Michael Jt oltwat, Patten J, Leonard J Ma, and Grace RO Linger, with lots and blocks defined in squares like 4930 a1 VWANDLE TW HEANDS and 73 square 3057 Mount Prasent. Values appear as $10, $20, or $25 per lot, with numerous parcels transferred to beneficiaries or trustees in commands like to Lermadine, to Charles Fo Wire, and to William Mc Ferrell. The list enumerates property transfers across north east and south east sections, including additions and subdivisions such as UNSCOSTEA, LONCRISS SIRETT, and HOMEAD MANOR, with street references on Fourth Street Southeast and Twenty Street North.
From the New York Herald, trade with Brazil has grown this month as larger shipments head to Brazilian ports. The Brazilian consulate reports better banking links and closer commercial relations between New York and Rio de Janeiro, with American machinery, tools, tiles, oils, and foodstuffs increasingly imported. American starch may enter Brazil at attractive prices, potentially spurring broader sales, while agents and manufacturers are urged to push labor-saving devices in Brazil to build lasting brand presence.
The Pittsburgh Brush Company received a British government order for 700,000 shaving brushes to be delivered within three months, arranged via a Canadian export house. Brushes are for use in pellud and will be strongly and plasms made. An additional 600,000 mess kits fold into long-handled cooking pans.
The Plath and Whitney Company of Hartford has booked orders from Europe, with foreign demand keeping the plant operating two years ahead on double shifts. Charles J Hildreth, general manager of the National Machine Tool Builders' Association, notes demand for 14, 6, and 153 inch lathes has nearly depleted U S stocks, with about 2600 machines sold for shipment abroad.
Report from ten ports indicates exports on Tuesday at 3 497,000 and imports at 5 892,000, with total exports since November 1 at 387,000 and imports at 9,? making the October and half November trade balance about 4,? million. The figures reveal a wartime impact on commerce and partial correction in October.
The excerpt lists numerous deeds of trust securing building lots and structures across many locations. Named parties include SQuai Tlarton Fisher et ux, George WooWeber, GGdom Reirson, Charles G Robinson et ux, Triest Io Schidt, George MO Emmerich, Bernardine A Baur, Jame Beri, Warvin A Gostiv, and others. Amounts range from $600 to $2000 with terms of 1 to 12 years and semiannual payments. Buildings span diverse neighborhoods such as TLANIFI HEIGHTS, MOODRINGS, and BRIGHTR GOD PARK, with numerous lots and blocks described under associated securement firms and building associations.
The French government awarded Morse & Rogers a 32000 dollar contract for shoes for allied troops, to be delivered by mid January. Morse reports full plant operation at Manchester and Bridgewater Massachusetts and Manchester Illinois with extra shifts to meet the war order and leather scarcity driven by foreign buying. Separate reports note Russia seeking supplies and 52 Packard automobile trucks shipped aboard the Baltic as part of British and Allied wartime needs.
Police reports list robberies including a gold hunting case watch valued at 25 dollars from 2134 Pennsylvania Ave NW, a handbag with 24 dollars from Randolph at 146 W Street NW, and other thefts. Accidents include a two-vehicle collision at 14th and L Streets NW wrecking both vehicles, and a bicycle collision at First and M Streets SE injuring James Cooney who was taken to Sibley Hospital.
New York Nov 18 The Made in America movement expands with filing of articles of incorporation for an excess casualty insurance company and plans to form an excess fire and marine insurer with capital of 3 1 million and surplus of equal size Experts say reliance on foreign capital has boosted Lloyds and European firms, and Parliament may see demand for American excess insurance as war risks prolong.
Miss Alice Adelaide Anderton wed Julian Burke Jr at Historic Christ Episcopal Church in Alexandria. Palms and white chrysanthemums adorned the venue as Rev Morton officiated. a reception followed at the bride’s parents’ home with out-of-town guests from New York, Baltimore, Havana, and Washington. The gala also noted police board discussions and plans for a November rally and a December Travelers’ banquet.
The Chicago Mis Waukee and St Paul Railroad plans to invest 13 million dollars over four years to electrify the Herky Mountain district after signing with General Electric. Preparations begin for electrification of the Puget Sound extension from Avery Idaho to Harlowton Montana, a 440 mile main line.
A historical notice recalls the November 19 dedication of the Gettysburg National Cemetery and Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. It cites witnesses, writings on its creation, and the famous line government of the people for the people. It reflects on the speech's origin and enduring impact.
Local bowling scene reports a turbulent day with strikes, spares, and splits shaping the scores. Angled by lanes at the community alley, sharpshooters carved counts for high series and notable games amid cheering crowds.
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