Cotton market rises to new season high amid bullish crop data
New York June 2 The cotton market opened lower on reading and sold off amid weekend profit taking but quickly rallied to set price records for the season. July and October futures climbed above 22 cents with July around 22.17, then eased late near day lows as southern selling persisted. Prices closed steady near the day’s bottom, with the market buoyed by bullish crop figures and strong demand, while Wilmington and other markets posted mixed wholesale price data for eggs butter and pork.
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New York
Reading
de Bout
Ispasis Anc
Ring
Coton
New York Spot Cotton Quiet at Middling 22.70
New York spot cotton prices on June 2 show middling grade at 22.70 cents per pound. Market appears quiet with limited trading activity and interest.
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New York
New Orleans Cotton Prices End Morning Higher Before Holiday Pressure
After opening down 2 to 3 points in New Orleans, cotton rose to 15 to 21 points above yesterday's close in the first half hour. Firmer spot prices and very low northern belt temperatures boosted buying, but the market drifted lower as holidays approached. Active months fell 11 to 12 points from yesterday, closing steady with a decline of 12 points.
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New Orleans
New Orleans Spot Cotton Prices Rise Slightly In Trade
New Orleans on June 2 reports spot cotton steady with gains of 31 points. Sales on the spot reach 614 bales, to arrive 275, with futures-like categories listed from good ordinary to strict good middling and prices ranging from 2.37 to 22.30 cents per pound.
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New Orleans
Cotton Seed Oil Market Closes Firm In New York
The cotton seed oil market ended firm with spot bids at 16.50 and futures trading from June to November quoted in the 16.39 to 17.74 range. Total sales reached 12,300 contracts.
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New York
Chicago grain markets rise on weather and government protections
Chicago June 2 assurances the government will protect growers in marketing crops boosted the wheat market though trading remained light. July at 1.99 and September 1.83 with gains and a later moderate reaction. Weather concerns lifted corn and oats, while hog quotes firmed on lard spreads depressing ribs and lard at close.
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Chicago
New York Butter and Poultry Market Report
Butter supplies remain weak with creamery butter priced 42 to 42 1 2 cents. Regular creamery extras 92 to 2, firsts around 40 to 41. Fresh gathereds at 36 cents. Cheese and eggs show varied listings with late fresh stock. Poultry markets are quiet with broilers around 35 cents, turkeys 18 to 20. overall prices largely unchanged.
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York
Savannah Naval Stores Turpentine and Rosin Prices
Turpentine and rosin markets in Savannah report firm sales receipts and stock levels. Turpentine receipts 646 with stock 12 826 and rosin receipts 1 493 with stock 65 387. Quoted grades range from B at 5.60 to N at 6.15 with WG 6.30 and ww 6.35.
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Savannah
Rosin
Bank reserves show reduced excess over legal requirements
New York on June 2 reports the weekly condition of clearing house banks and trust companies. The statement records an excess reserve of 869,710 dollars above legal requirements, reflecting a decrease from the prior period.
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New York
Sugar Futures Trade Slow With Modest Declines
New York sugar futures show a calm session with price moves of one point down to unchanged. July 5.07, September 6.17, December 5.01, January 4.77 with 4 1500 tons traded. raw sugar quiet and refined prices steady to firm.
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New York
Coffee market report from New York on June 2
Rio No. 7 coffee futures eased with July at 8.05 cents, January at 8.31 cents, as New York market updates show Rio No. 7 at 101 4.
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New York
Mayor Urges All Bells Rang Tuesday in Registration Drive
Public notices from Wilmington urge universal registration under a national law. Officials promise no exemptions and vow enforcement by the District Attorney. The Board of Registration stresses reporting nonparticipants and awaits cooperation from all citizens to uphold loyalty and order.
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Board of Registration
Wilmington
Kronstadt Rebellion Blame Cast on Ex-America Resident
A Kronstadt fortress governor accuses M. Trotski, a Russian who immigrated to America, of sowing discord between the Provisional Government and the soldiers and workers council. He cites “unspeakable” conditions and states Trotski enjoys knowledge of the affairs, with Trotski reportedly detained by British on his voyage. The Kronstadt workers and soldiers committee arrived in Petrograd on a special mission.
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United Press
Petrograd
Kronstadt
America
M. Trotski
Sunday Dinner at Greystone Inn Carolina Beach
A Sunday dinner offer is advertised at Greystone Inn in Carolina Beach. The brief note invites patrons to enjoy a set meal on Sundays with a simple lodging and dining context.
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Greystone Inn
Carolina Beach
Broken anti conscription plot in the Midwest fails to riot
Department of Justice officials say the anti conscription plot in the Middle West is broken and registration Tuesday will proceed normally. Minor outbreaks are expected but no riot. Ten conspirators arrested face a warning that they will be prosecuted and punished.
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United Press
Chicago
Department of Justice
Middle’ West
Three Men Arrested in Texas by Agent
Three men entrenched in a canyon six miles from Amarillo to oppose the draft by force are in custody of Special Government Agent Fletcher. They were captured this afternoon in Texas, according to a telegram received tonight by Government agents.
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United Press
Dallas
Texas
Amarillo
Fletcher
Bryan Buys Liberty Bonds
Washington reports a $1,000 liberty loan bond subscription received by the Treasury Department from William J. Bryan on June 2. The act marks Bryan's participation in the government’s wartime financing effort.
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Liberty
Washington
Liberty Loan
Treasury Department
William J. Bryan
Carolina Beach season opens with upgrades and improved access
The 1917 season at Carolina Beach begins with promising signs for a strong year. New cottages, public bath houses, and an improved pavilion system mark enhancements by New Hanover Transit Company. The Wilmington steamer and bus lines run two daily trips, the river pier and railroad are improved, and concessions will aid societies and fraternal orders. Graystone Inn resumes old management and plans Sunday dinners for groups.
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Carolina Beach
New Hanover Transit Company
Wilmington
Harper Line
Graystone Inn
Prosperity from the Farms Says Allen Maull
Allen Maull argues that farmers remain central to Southern prosperity. He calls for better farming methods, soil preparation, and crop rotation, citing Boys' Corn Clubs as proof that modern practices boost yields and income. He urges state and national leaders to support diversified, sustainable farming for steady year round gains.
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Atlantic Coast Line
Washington
State Capitol
South
Fletcher
North Carolina B Y P U convenes in Gastonia
Wilmington delegates join others for the North Carolina Baptist Young People's Union convention at First Baptist Gastonia June 5 to 7 with events led by Rev. Barrett and Rev. Johnson. Delegates include Nellie Pickard Florence Scott Coy Hewett from First Baptist and Ovida Padgett J W Hollis from Calvary Baptist.
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Atlanta
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Mount Holly
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the Prince of Peace
B. W. Spilman
D. D
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John A.wray
Monroe
Curb Barkers Exploit War Fever in New York
New York June 2 Manhattan street peddlers push patriotic wares amid war fever. Curb salesmen on Broadway hawk Kaiser pig pictures, citizen guides, war maps, flags, buttons, phonograph records, and other items. Police whistles, Statues of Liberty miniatures, and allied memorabilia flood the streets as beggars join the surge.
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Broadway
Wilson
Marshal Joffre
Indians Rally for Six in Ninth to Tie Yankees Game
With the Yankees ahead 6 to 0 in Cleveland, the Indians swung in the ninth inning and plated six runs to surge back into contention. The rally highlighted Cleveland hitters as the comeback began late in the game.
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Cleveland
Indians
Superior Court Adjourned After Civil Docket Session
The Superior Court adjourned yesterday afternoon after clearing the civil docket. Judge W. M. Bond presided and will stay in the city over the weekend then proceed to Burgaw to convene court Monday. Key rulings included verdicts for Southern National Bank against K. C. Sidbury for 600 plus interest and 487.50 plus interest, and 110 in E. R. Pickard vs R. H. Hodges. Other actions covered judgments, non-suits, and mortgage bond approvals.
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W. M. .Bond
Burgaw
Southern National Bank
K. C. Sidbury
E. R. Pickard
Seventeen Navy Marriages Held at Norfolk Today
Seventeen naval marriages occurred in Norfolk with brides traveling from across the country. Claudia Disterly of San Diego wed Orval W. Buell of Portland after he joined the navy and was stationed on the west coast.
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Claudia Disterly
San Diego
California
Orval W. Buell
Portland
Oregon
Buell
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