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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1907
Page
2
Market summary shows copper shares weak amid broad declines and sterling drops. Traders cite large speculative selling in upper market sectors and renewed sentiment concerns. Amalgamated Copper leads losses while other industrials slip. Philadelphia and New York exchanges report mixed activity with cautious outlook for metals.
A Thursday report from the New York market highlights activity across bonds and stocks. Washington Railway and Electric, Greens-Canmnee, and various issues show mixed quotations with notable movements. The Washington Stock Exchange listings reflect fluctuating prices and several 100 share blocks traded.
Sept 1 market notes record calf bids from Sanat Hera and other buyers. Mentions cattle futures, dairy pricing, and commodity movements with references to individual traders and regional bids. Highlights include Calves and Merelin quotes and indexed futures, reflecting a busy auction period and price fluctuations.
New York money market reports show varied yields and rates with references to prime mercantile pager 4 and bank market demand. The text cites percentages around 4 to 6 percent, government bands, and railroad bonds amid unsettled market data and daily bid offers.
Today's market notes show steady to higher prices for some meats and eggs while fruit and vegetable values vary by region. Buyers faced moderate supply with prices quoted per pound or per crate, including many items at or near previous levels across Virginia, North Carolina, and surrounding areas.
The New York produce market shows steady cheese and butter futures amid mixed grain and livestock quotes. Wheat futures rose on Canada Northwest exports while corn and rye remained firm. beef and pork notes steady demand with cautious pricing across oats and barley, and overall market tone mixed amid cold weather impacts.
New York report notes spot cotton around 104 pounds and prices fluctuating between 283 and 8 for certain contracts. Copper trends higher in London with spot near 65 to 108. Electrolytic zinc around 12 56Q1600, with broader market signals showing producers closing down. Local reviews describe a stunted market with weak demand and scattered gains in London and Cleveland areas.
A chaotic Wall Street dispatch describes rumor-driven trading in 1941, noting bear sentiment around Pennsylvania Railroad shares, others held up, and a temporary rally amid expectations the Hardman and Amalgamated Copper headlines would ease. It details trading actions in Philadelphia and New York, with readings on Union Pacific, St Paul, Reading, and Amalgamated Copper, plus a cautious view of a potential receivership rumor and market mechanisms.
Report notes subdued activity on the Washington Stock Exchange with gold prices quoted and a sense of cautious trading. Mention of Amalgamated interests and market nerves as prices and deposits draw attention, plus floor notoriety of brokers and a few traders making late moves.
Plans call for a large new hotel near Union Station to begin improvements around the Union Station district. The owner, the Continental Estate, aims to front North Capital Street but zoning for a government triangle may block the entrance if an iron fence is placed. The structure will be fireproof and modern throughout.
Copper market turmoil driven by a production surplus and deadlock between Amalgamated Copper Company and buyers. The Butte mine suspension could put about 5000 workers out of work as prices collapse from 35 cents to around 15 cents per pound. Bank refusals to carry copper and growing stockpiles add to the urgency for a viable price.
Rumors undermine confidence in Philadelphia traction firms as Rapid Transit and Union Traction fall. Provident Parson disputes claims of financial trouble, stating no floating indebtedness and ample cash to cover obligations and planned improvements. The company reports a year deficit but shows higher early-year receipts and asserts funds on hand to support operations and rate plans.
A petition filed with the Interstate Commerce Commission accuses the Central Railroad and others serving New Orleans of discriminating against forest products and cotton goods shippers. Complainants allege limited storage on local freight bills while granting unlimited storage on origin to destination shipments, harming New Orleans exporters and freight interests.
Elbert H. Gary, chairman of United States Steel Corporation, denies any plan to identify with the Allies Chalmers Company. He states his services are devoted to U S Steel, notes reports claiming the company lacks working capital and stronger management, and confirms no connection between Chalmers and United Steel.
Legal record from Supreme Court District of Columns listing multiple cases. Anna Marie Cohani alleged tewatte pet lion. various attorneys and firms named. Also includes bankruptcy and civil matter references with dates, defendants, and court actions. Strong entities include Justice Gould, Anna Marie Cohani, Alfred, Sylvester Bowie, and law firms. Proceedings span multiple courts and docket items with references to receivers, principal sums, and probate-like orders. Continuous ledger of motions, orders, and appointments across criminal, bankruptcy, and civil dockets.
A collection of property transfers with multiple parcels described by street intersections such as Southeast Gate Lewin to Korman and Southeast Avenue. Transfers involve numerous individuals and parcels across a dense grid including Seventh, Sixth, Tenth, and Northwest avenues, with noted prices around $290 and other unspecified amounts.
Fragmented OCR text lists deeds of trust and security actions involving multiple parties including individuals like Theodore D Beal and Francis B Pur, various entities and property references, dates, and conditions. The readable portions suggest a catalog of secured interests and transfers across numerous names, with unclear formatting and sporadic terms.
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