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Chicago Packer

Location

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Apr 19, 1919

Page

2

Normal trade in produce at Chicago steady market

Chicago on April 18 reports a normal seasonal trade in greens with a steady market. Supplies were moderate to ample, good quality offerings sold readily while poor stock discounted. Prices common across tomatoes, carrots, lettuce, celery, peppers, spinach, and beans varied by quality and origin, with Florida and California crates leading sales.

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Fruit market report shows varied supply and prices

The market notes light overall supply with firm prices for late bloom items and heavier late bloom in stock. Fancy boxes 54 to 96 count sold around $6 to $6.50, 46 count $5.50, 36 count $4.50, late bloom $3 to $5.50. Lemons were fairly available with moderate demand, California boxes bringing $3.75 to $4.25.

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Unsteady Chicago Egg Market Shows Varied Prices

Chicago April 18. Northern eggs compete with Southern stock as season advances. Market opening shows steady tone but wide price range due to irregular quality. Receipts Monday 35 421 cases. Tuesday 62 055 cases. Prices vary by origin and grade with Southern offerings discounted. Trade improved ahead of holidays. local demand drives activity.

Chicago Tong Thurs- 2 Ds Syme Fine Worthern

Market Report on Citrus Fruit Prices in Chicago

Trade in citrus fruits was fairly active this week and prices were steady to firm in parts. Supplies were ample except for smaller orange sizes. California Navel oranges quoted at $4 6.25 per box and Florida Valencias $3 6. Nancy grapefruit of desirable sizes in good demand and under a

Chicago California Florida Nancy

Indiana College Urges Elimination of Roosters

Chicago April 18 The Packer reports Purdue University Indiana proposes Rooster Week June 2 to 7 to boost poultry and egg industry. Le Roy I Jones leads the poultry division and notes significant progress. The plan aims to reduce egg spoilage by separating roosters from laying hens in summer. The university collaborates with state buyers and shippers, distributing a two color 18 by 24 inch poster showing the dealer name.

Chicago Department of Agriculture Purdue University Indiana Purdue

Review of Poultry Market in Chicago April 18

The Chicago live poultry market opened the week dull as buyers delayed purchases after late last week. Four freight cars and 195 express coops arrived Monday with some stock carried over, but traders expected improvement for Jewish holidays. Prices held generally steady with minor gains for fowls, and receipts totaled 32 440 cases by freight and 715 coops by express.

Chicago Iit Express

Trade Growth Promise From Experienced Market Service

The firm states it can meet rising daily trade demand and offers a refined service developed over years of market experience. It emphasizes reliability and efficiency for clients seeking scalable solutions.

Lang Leaves Lang & Co Joins K and K Produce

L S Lang formerly of Lang & Co at 161 W South Water St has discontinued his business and now aligns with K and K Produce Co Lang is a pioneer of the Lang family on South Water Street having served the market for 35 years

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