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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1916
Page
3
Market review notes cotton trading activity and marine weather outlook. Reports show demand and price movement in cotton futures alongside coastal shipping and wind patterns affecting vessels. The column summarizes market sentiment and the latest weather observations for maritime operations.
The report notes a bullish opening in cotton futures with Jan Brey up to 18.33 and May to 18.80, followed by liqudation as prices settled. Stocks opened higher on Wall Street but faded, with notable gains in Central Leather Ameriton Zinc and Colorado Fuel while industrials and rails weakened. a foreclosure sale is announced in New Hanover County for December 11, 1916, by I. F. Wilder as assignee under a mortgage from T. L. Ruth to Julia H. Hill.
Wilmington naval stores report lists Spirits at 52 1 4, Rosin 8.70 and 5.43, Tar 12.00 and 10 1 2 cents, Crude ranges $1 to $4 with $3 cited. Receipt totals show Catron 160, Spirits 24, Rosin unclear, Tar values noted. Savannah figures cite Spirits 43 1 2, Nast 2 noosIN with a price of 0.20.
The left hind foot of a rabbit was sent to Mayor Y. Moore by an admirer from the Mexican border, with a note hoping he would run as well in the forthcoming campaign as the river in the wild West. Stage of water in the Cape Fear at Myeltoville, N C, 9 a m, ob feet.
Firefighters were dispatched yesterday afternoon shortly after 6 o clock to the residence of Rob McFeill at 1205 1 2 North Fourth for a fire alarm. The blaze prompted an emergency response and was contained by crews on site.
A compact item list highlights decorative watch charms, fobs, key rings, shirt studs, and related accessories. The note describes coordinated pieces likely for fashion use and personal display.
Delegates from several states attend a two day Evansville conference convened by the chamber of commerce. The meeting seeks business sentiment in the Middle West on transportation legislation affecting rail and water, with sessions continuing today and tomorrow.
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