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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1909
Page
19
New York September reports show mixed market action as short contracts are covered and select normally inactive shares rise. A disappointing U S cotton crop report failed to derail optimism, with expectations of tight supplies and weather conditions shaping further rallies.
The report notes balances for North Ama and Indiana at various dates. It lists percentage BR August balances, September figures, and an average ITLIM figure, with phrases indicating month names and monetary values.
Wall Street gossip notes third straight day without news on Hartis health. Markets show dull trading, short covering, and a general upward drift from earlier pressure. Calumet and Hecla dividend rise drawn attention amid copper trade reports and overseas supply shifts. New York Central earnings and American Locomotive results spark questions on dividends and future prospects.
The report details a broad market update from New York with bank and exchange activity, mixed cattle hogs and sheep receipts, and prices for wheat corn rye and cotton. It notes a steady to firm close with modest gains despite Labor Day holiday trading and mentions specific futures and spot figures across grains and livestock sectors.
Copper trading showed a firm spot in London while futures drifted. In New York and Liverpool sessions, commodity quotes fluctuated with December contracts around 1,290 and 1,300 in various listings. Dealers reported steady prices for electrolytic and casting copper amid a cautious market mood.
Quotations from the Washington Stock Exchange listings with several unreadable names and brands. Mentions American Security and Trust, Union Saving, Dime Savings, and various insurance and title firms. The legible items reference merchants, savings banks, and stock listings amid a garbled OCR fragment from a period Washington market page.
The Washington produce market lists wholesale quotes across categories from meats to fruits and vegetables, noting item quality and per unit prices. It covers dairy cheeses, poultry, dressed meats, fruits, vegetables, and grain futures, with market summaries for Chicago grain and wheat prices, showing fluctuating activity and closing levels.
Money on call market movements show steady tones with slight shifts in ruling rates. Closing bids slightly higher, bankers report demand for short term bills. government and commercial paper yield varied results as traders scan for steady liquidity and safe assets.
The United States Public Health Service was advised by cable yesterday of yellow fever appearing at La Guerra, Venezuela. The number of cases was not eleven.
Supreme Court of the District of Columbia session lists numerous cases and parties including Semmes Kelly Company grocery, Darlington and others, with appearances, defaults, and hearings. Probate matters involve estate of Sarah Bremston and will probate and guardianships, with bonds posted and executors named. Equity suits, damages claims, and mechanics lien actions appear, naming multiple plaintiffs and defendants across various filings and petitions.
A long, fragmented list of property transfers, lot descriptions, and street references across multiple neighborhoods including Moore and Arbours Addition, Cleveland Park, Richmond Park, and Northwest Washington. Names such as James B Clemett, David Weaver, Lizzie Standley, and Elizabeth Standley appear with various lot, square, and block designations, dates implied as 1914 1915, and multiple street and avenue identifiers. The text compiles numerous conveyance details, partnerships, and parcel notes without cohesive narrative.
New York market items show varied movement across dairy meats and grains. Notable notes include firm firmer prices for cheese receipts, flour exports strong, beef and pork steady, and coffee and peanuts listed with unchanged or quiet activity. Prices quoted for many commodities reflect general market steadiness with occasional minor shifts.
The crop reporting board of the Department of Agriculture estimates the average cotton crop condition on August 25 at 63.7 percent of normal, versus 76.1 percent in 1908 and 72.7 percent in 1907. The ten year average on August 25 is 73.5 percent, with state comparisons detailing regional differences.
Rumors from Pittsburgh indicate Pressed Steel Car Company may be acquired immediately by Carnegie Steel Company to form part of the United States Steel Corporation. An offer has reached Frank Noffstor and J. W. Friend and other contra inting members who weigh selling. If the deal fails, the steel trust plans to build its own car plant to secure needed materials. Several minor stockholders and directors are reported in favor of selling out.
Deeds of trust record various mortgage actions including Barry Parm James to secure sums from Roberto Bradbury at monthly payments. Moore 2 Harbours addition to Ute Bergmann. Bloomingdale William Frown to Percy Gton. Cleveland Park Mary Fue securing Nation Savings and Trust Company. Voorhees and Trudees note securing monthly payments. Denet 4 Weiss to secure Bergmann et al. and other multiple parties with specified rates and terms.
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