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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1917
Page
10
Cotton trading remained quiet with a steady tone as buyers covered earlier losses. Prices showed mixed early movement with January at 29.56 and nearby months higher on limited demand, while spot New York cotton traded about 30.85.
Wholesale market list shows varied prices for butter ham onions and wool with quotations like 20 to 36 cents for onions and 70 cents to 1 dollar for certain vegetables or goods. Receipts mention yields and stock but details are fragmented and inconsistent across items.
Washington D C Dec 22 Efforts of the Farmers Non Partisan League a militant organization from North Dakota to unite farmers with union labor for political aims alarm party leaders. The movement could force political adoption of agrarian and economic planks with potential for radical socialist legislation if successful. The North Dakota results show growing political power and a trend toward organization.
Sheriff George Jackson becomes administrator of explosives in Havavar county and governs licensing while the Non-Partisan League expands from North Dakota into neighboring states and New York. Legislatures next month will face farmer backed demands for benefiting laws as party dynamics threaten or bolster the movement.
In New Orleans on December 22, cotton futures started mildly lower due to slow orders then rallied after the first session. By the end of the first day, prices showed gains of 11 to 13 points from the earlier lows and settled steady with a 12 point advance from the prior close.
New Orleans spot cotton unchanged on December 22 with sales on the war 10 to arrive 100. Quotes list low middling middling at 23.13 and good middling as the other price. The report reflects stable demand and stable prices for the day.
Favorable weather and prospects for a larger crop movement weighed on corn today. Selling was aggressive with prices varying from 3 to 8 cents lower, though a brief rally appeared in some futures. Hog prices showed strength supporting provisions, but overall late limits were modest.
York, Dee reports the cotton seed oil market closed steady with spot at January 19.13 and March 19.31, December 19.00 asked. Trade volumes indicated around 10,000 barrels.
Chicago livestock receipts total about 16 000 head with mixed hog prices from 10.85 to 16.75 and steer bids ranging 7.25 to 14.38. Cows and calves show broad values, stockers and yearlings noted, lamb receipts around 9.00 to 13.00 with overall weaker tone.
The notice lists corn prices with qualities No. 2 and No. 4 in yellow and white varieties, with figures around 1.55 to 1.89. It includes rye at 1.82, timothy at 5.00 to 7.59, and pork rib values near 24.12 to 24.75, reflecting assorted commodity quotations.
The week’s actual clearing house reserves total 77,241,210 with banks and companies exceeding legal reserve requirements by 93,605,440 compared with the prior period. This gain reflects stronger liquidity in the New York financial system.
The article blames Crozier for delays in war prep affecting the delivery of rifles and other gear. It notes thousands in cantonments lack artillery shipments and shoes and overcoats. It mentions France supplying artillery and steps by the department to restore conditions amid months of delay.
Savannah market bulletin from December 22 shows turpentine quiet with sales none and higher receipts and shipments. Rosin stays firm with notable receipts and strong shipments. several price markers listed for various grades and buyers.
The article reports the Council of National Defense edging in on Quartermaster powers and delaying deliveries for price gains, along with friction and jealousy hampering policy across bureaus. It also covers the Shipping Board reorganization under Hurley and Farley, Crozier criticisms by Col. Lewis, and stock market dullness with bond strength and industrials leading gains.
Jess Willard and rivals Fred Falton Joe Jeanette Sam Langford Bill Brennan and Frank Moran have all expressed willingness to box for the New Cross, with some accusing him of bluffing.
The article highlights a leading actress famed for a sunny smile and dance skills, based in Los Angeles. Her latest film Wild Women casts her as a wild Hawaiian princess, praised for character work and screen presence. The piece notes her career with major studios and roles in Pathe’s Naplahka, with elaborate scenic effects. It also mentions The American Defense Society praising the film for recruiting soldiers and a Pathé veteran, Roland Bottomley, now serving in Canada.
Dana and Shirley Mason are listed in a brief notice likely about a local event or property matter. No further context on date location or purpose is provided in the readable text.
A locally brewed tea fetches five dollars per quart in Wilmington amid Christmas spirit shortages caused by the bone dry law. Plans for six quarts of spirits collapsed when the package revealed only tea, sparking disappointment and unreported frustration instead of celebration.
Southern Railway announces Beaufort fast cars move Sunday August 12 shortening Winston Salem Morehead City Beaufort Sleeping Car to Winston Salem Goldsboro line. Cars to be handled on trains 232-112 and 111-237. Inquiries via Southern Railway agents or J O Jones Raleigh NC.
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