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Commercial June 17, 1887

West Virginia Democrat

Charles Town, Jefferson County, West Virginia

What is this article about?

Wheat prices in Chicago fell sharply on Tuesday, with July delivery at 73 cents per bushel (10 cents below Monday) and June delivery 20 cents lower, leading to speculator losses.

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The Speculation in Wheat.

On last Tuesday the price of wheat in Chicago, for July delivery, fell 10 cents below the price on Monday, and sales were made as low as 73 cents per bushel. The lowest figure touched, for June delivery, was 20 cents under Monday's price. A number of speculators came to grief.

What sub-type of article is it?

Prices Market Condition

What keywords are associated?

Wheat Speculation Chicago Prices Price Drop July Delivery

Where did it happen?

Chicago

Commercial Details

Location

Chicago

Event Date

Last Tuesday

Commodities

Wheat

Notable Details

July Delivery Fell 10 Cents Below Monday's Price To 73 Cents Per Bushel June Delivery 20 Cents Under Monday's Price Speculators Came To Grief

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