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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1907
Page
2
Bond market shows muted activity after an early hour, with liquidations checked rather than promoted. Amalgamated Copper stronger on favorable bank statement. News notes fluctuating prices and a cautious session as traders assess industrials and financials amid a wider market pause.
The report lists diverse quotations across stock and commodity categories, naming companies such as Potomac Power, Washington Railway and Electric, and Greene Cananea. It records prices, percentages, and notable gains or declines amid a broad market snapshot with mentions of banks, insurance, mining, and miscellaneous listings.
New York produce prices show steady to higher for grains and meats with notes of strong exports. Reports indicate an advance in wheat to new highs, aided by Canadian harvests and orders, while cotton and other staples show mixed but generally firm activity across exchanges and futures curves.
fragmented OCR notes show cotton market items with lambs steady calves in strong demand. references to prices and traders are garbled but indicate fluctuating quotes and buyer activity. details are unreadable but the gist notes ongoing market movement in livestock and cotton sectors.
Boston reports traders noting weak copper demand and reluctant buyers amid price expectations. Producers warn supply may stay steady while consumption lags, with mills and smelters cautious on new orders and surpluses building. market mood remains unsettled as factories seek firm commitments.
Report from New York and London markets shows cattle and veal prices uneven with dull activity locally. Prices range in low to mid figures for cows and veal, while London listings note steady to weak demand and mixed high and low values across commodities.
Special to The Welbington Fort New York Sept 2 reports intense demand for New York city bonds and a rising market as investors seek secure holdings. Banks and investors buy long term issues while short term bonds lag. News covers Amalgamated Copper dividend delays, Anaconda dividend quorum issues, and a rumor of copper shortages affecting shorts, with readings earnings estimates and Reading Company stock strength noted.
Government bonds faced a quiet to mixed session as traders weighed September data and upcoming policy signals. Investors tracked yields, with some short dated issues edging higher while longer maturities held firm amid cautious sentiment.
Local brokers report steady trading on the geal exchange with Potomac Electric 1st preferred at 10258, Washington Railway and Electric stock varying, and Gas stock a market standout amid cautious bids. Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone directors discuss a merger approach with Bell Telephone Company of Philadelphia and Pennsylvania Telephone Company, signaling potential announcements today. Greene Cane and Company plans a 9 percent output reduction to preserve skilled staff, aligning with producers’ moves to support copper prices.
The article reports cautious optimism in the autumn market with frequent rather than large purchases, heavy shipment volumes, and improved collections. It notes easier money conditions dampening raw wool and fabric orders, while cotton and clothing costs show mixed movement. Iron and copper prices slip amid weaker output and uncertain demand, with exports and weekly commodity figures reflecting a cautious trade environment.
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