Market decline as war prompts liquidation on stock exchange
Trading opened with losses on the New York Stock Exchange as investors reacted to the U.S. entry into the war and reports of unusual vessels near the coast. United States Steel fell sharply, Bethlehem Steel and shipping issues also declined, while Mexican Petroleum and Ohio Gas slid further before selling moderated.
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Associated Press
New York
Stock Exchange
Massachusetts
Virginia
United States Steel
Bethlehem Steel
Mexican Petroleum
Ohio Gas
Wheat market soars after raider sighting and crop report
In Chicago on April 7 May wheat jumped to 2.14 after a German raider sighting sparked volatility. Earlier trades ranged 2.07 1-2 to 2.04 7-8 before the crop report pushed values higher. July and September futures rose while corn and oats also gained on the session.
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Chicago
Board of Trade
State volunteers to hold their place and local charters granted
The piece notes volunteers from state offices staying put while national guard expansions falter. It covers Cunningham Springless Shade Co of Greensboro and Oak Ridge Supply Co of Pink Hill receiving charters with initial capital and named incorporators. Also Star Manufacturing Co of Benson chartered for lumber with 5000 paid in. Raleigh reports Rickman’s arrest and release after mayoral examination amid German sightings.
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Ledford
Hayesville
Adjutant-Generals
National Guard
Cunningham Springless Shade Company
Greensboro
Sng
Charles D. Cunningham
J. Harry Cunningham
Ernest Reynolds
Oak Ridge Supply Company
Pink Hill
Lenoir County
C. J. W. Grady
J. P. Turner
James Johnson
Star Manufacturing Company
Benson
Myrtle I, Smith
R. F. Smith
R. D. Langdon
Raleigh
Gail Rickman
Rickman
German sea raider sighted off Nantucket warns shipping
A German sea raider was officially reported off Nantucket at 7 40 this morning. Newport authorities warned all shipping to remain in port until further notice as naval authorities and Deputy Collector of Customs Wolcott relay details. The raider was bound west and could have reached outbound vessels but none were seen passing the shoals.
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Wolcott
German Seamen Well Cared For at Wilmington Hospital
Quietness and serenity prevail at Wilmington Marine Hospital as the crew of two German merchantmen Keil and Nicaria and Captains Lemke and Hollasch are housed in a comfortable building. Eighteen crew members, with four US marshals on guard, receive three daily meals and liberty to porches but not grounds. The captain's wife and children stay on the second floor with special care provided.
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Wilmingon Marine Hospital
Eighth
Nun Streets
Keil
Nicaria
Germany
United States
Lemke
Hollasch
Sireaul
Raider scare off Nantucket Shoals linked to U-53 attacks
Reports from Newport News suggest a German raider was seen off Nantucket Shoals and later near Virginia Capes, prompting warnings to ships. A tug with wireless was sent to warn outgoing vessels and order others to turn back, as crews move to secure coastal lanes and halt coal barge movements to New England ports.
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Newport News
Virginia Capes
Nantucket Shoals
Atlantic
New England
Hampton Roads
Milk cow for sale by J Hinton
Holstein dairy cow offered for sale by J Hinton on Saturday morning April 7 at C D Gilbert's place. Extra fine animal available through sale conducted by J Hinton.
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C. D. Gilbert’s
J. H. Hinton
For Sale One Studebaker Delivery Car In Good Condition
For sale one Studebaker delivery car in good condition apply 807 North Fourth Street. Just received several cars Canadian Rutabagea Turnips. Apples Oranges Grape Fruit Potatoes and Oranges, and full line of Candy. Bear Produce and Merchandise Co wholesale Wilmington N C.
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Studebaker
North Fourth Street
Bear Produce and Merchandise Co
Wilmington
Eries Hanover Building and Loan Association Opens Savings
The Eries Hanover Building and Loan Association announces its opening Saturday April 7 with books now open. Shares cost 25 cents weekly, payable weekly, for ten years with a claimed seven percent net on money. Savings remain accessible. Officers J. W. Yates president and H. F. Wilder secretary treasurer, at Wilder's Real Estate and Insurance Agency 207 Princess Street.
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NEW “Eries Hanover Building and Loan Association
J. W. Yates
H. F. Wilder
Wilder’s Real Estate and Insurance Agency
Princess Street
Oil Drill in Virginia Promises Quick Money
Mutual Oil and Gas Corporation announces a test well in Virginia No. 1 starting April 6 with a 30 day completion. stock at $10 per share touted to rise to $100 in a month as a risky but potentially profitable investment.
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Virginia
Mutual Oil and Gas Corporation
Stockton Street
Richmond
For Rent 103 South 8th St With Improvements
For rent at 103 South 8th Street with all latest improvements. Apply J. T. Gordon, agent. Phone 745. First listing date 3-15-1f.
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South 8Th ST
J. T. Gordon
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Boston
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Rex
O Rs Brown
Star
Gordon
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Willard
Cape Fear
Phonesis J
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South 4Th Street
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W. M. Cumming
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North Front Street
Sterling Furniture Co
South Front Street
E. H. Sneed
Wrightsville Ave
Queen City Cycle Co
E. R. Pickard
Cape Fear Market
Theo. H. Tecklenburg
Market Street
Charleston
D. C
Foltz & Kendrick
Yellowstone Park
Gertrude Upchurch
Southern Woman’s Magazine
Nashville
Tenn
Will Rehder’s
Mechanics Home Association
B. & L. Stock
Walker Taylor
W. M. Cummings
Shands Grocery
Ivor Johnson
Ape Fear Market
Singer
Charles Finkelstein
Eore Dispatch
R. B. Moore
3Rd and
Castle
Oregon and California Railroad Co
Grant Lands Locating Co
Portland
Oregon
Express
D. C. Proctor
Pembroke
N. C
Mazer
S. 5Th Street
Philadelphia
People’s Savings Bank of
J. Holmes Davis
the Murchison National Bank
Posal
P.O. Box
W.B. Cooper &Co
Wilmington, N. C
KODAK
Kodak Bank
American Bank
Wrightsville Beach
New Hanover County
Cement Products CO
East Point
Atlanta, Gs
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Oliver
Pittsburg
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C. L. Dickinson
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W. B. Thorpe & CO
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