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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1914
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR text on banking practices and customer preferences mentions interest on checking, bank service quality, and various incomplete phrases about accounts and rates. It cites unnamed individuals and generic banking terms, offering no clear events or outcomes.
Wartime measures extend to Amsterdam and The Hague as the Dutch government assumes stok market oversight to shield workers from layoffs. The report explains moratoriums on mortgages, price stabilization moves, and government loans to railroads and key industries to preserve employment amid disruptions.
Directors John Ker Branch and Charles Steele join Alderman of Virginia and Bishop Kilgo along with Robert Jamison of Birmingham as new Southern Railway directors. The meeting, attended by many stockholders, signals a shift to Southern representation on the board. President Harrison notes rising operating costs and outlines the railroad’s financial position and the need for policy change amid broader U.S. rail politics.
Chicago grain reports show liberal export rates for wheat and an overall market uptick with oats and provisions rising modestly. Prices for wheat, corn, oats, and hogs move in narrow ranges as traders digest domestic supply and international demand signals amid steady cash values and futures activity.
A fragmented, OCR style list details produce prices across Virginia and nearby states. Items include potatoes, peppers, lettuce, tomatoes, cabbage, onions, beans, corn, melons, citrus, apples, grapes, and berries with varied prices per basket barrel crate or per unit. Some lines reference regional sources and markets in New York State and Virginia.
National banks at reserve centers subscribed to a 1,000,000 gold pool for foreign exchange purchases informed they must remit the first 3 percent installment to their clearing houses. Albert Wigain, pool committee chairman, telegraphed subscribers for contributor lists and designated city correspondents to trace certificates and withdraw gold. Though nominally active for over a week, the call now enables the pool to compete with independent brokers in buying exchange.
The article examines sharp increases in payrolls across U S industry driven by wartime demand. It notes large firms reporting weekly payrolls rising from about 700 to near 2000 dollars and beyond, with some plants recalling laid off workers. It also discusses how Europe and Russia are accelerating purchases of American goods, the effect on foreign exchange, and expected gold demand as China considers moving to a gold standard. The piece flags Alaska gold discoveries as a hopeful sign for future gold supply and international monetary balance.
William Rawls, a 63 year old widower from Hagerstown, Md, was crushed to death when a bale weighing several hundred pounds fell at the Washington cattle market. The accident occurred in the afternoon as the bale toppled and pinned him, causing fatal injuries to his neck and back. Authorities investigated the scene.
Pierpont Morgan proposed to sell or lease the Copper River and Northwestern Railroad to the U S government for use in the Alaska rail line. Secretary Lane deferred action pending engineers report on routes in the Territory. Morgan, representing the Guggenheim and Morgan interests, described advantages and urged terms for availability if deemed desirable.
New York cotton shows little change with a social committee seeking prompt replies on December contract uptake at seven percent. Ballot resumption by Atraddle Higuldauton is expected soon with no firm timetable. Southern spot reports are conflicting and interior offers remain irregular. Demestic mills hold back due to confidence concerns amid low price levels. New Orleans remains quiet with sales totaling 782 bales.
New York May 18 market notes show steady receipts across dairy and meat sectors. Milk and cream values hold with slight gains, while eggs and cheese display steady to firm tones. pork, beef, and poultry reflect balanced wholesale levels amid mixed supplies. Cottonseed oil and flour futures exhibit minimal change as markets close.
Beves receipts 742 no trading calves 74 no trading sheep 225 500 culls 753 lambs 6 200 775 calls 200 600 hogs receipts 56 750 no trading hog market quiet with slow to lower lambs and steady cattle prices amid light demand.
New York money market figures show firm Sterling exchange for 60 days at 4.936 and 4.976 for cables and demand. The notice promotes a feature story titled Pieces of the Game in next Sunday's Post, urging readers to place orders early.
Gotham Exchange 80 rules delay official quotations as Wall Street weighs potential reopening. Outcome of eastern railroads freight-rate increases, war duration, and international market signals influence when trading resumes. experts warn of possible extended suspension if London market opens first.
An OCR fragment lists multiple room requests including furnished singles and doubles, private baths, and board. mentions names like Jakeon and Tack Center. preferences include quiet households, modern homes, and heated rooms near amenities. scattered notes indicate various contact details and rates around five dollars and up.
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