15 Aug 1914
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Newspaper
Chicago Packer
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1914
Page
1
A tense argument erupts over charges against a western exorganization and its supporters. Frank Wagner of Wag Sons and W. F. St. Woatee criticize the government’s handling, claiming the indictments reflect injustice and that the matter should be fully thrashed out when time comes.
New York and port markets report lemons cheaper with prices down to 1 per box from last week. Traders fear delayed shipments from Sicily and slackened demand, signaling potential two week hold and possible later rallies as cargo from Rocky Ford and other districts arrives. Buyers in New Orleans Birmingham and Pittsburgh monitor cargoes and prices as distribution tightens and shipments face hold ups.
August 14 report from York notes county Anguat 1 game, batter 000 against 65,71 pounds. Referenced figures include 151,900 cases and a decrease of 6000. First Car of Fort Diaton Mruit.
Minnesota potato acreage excluding Red River valley will be dusted around the end of the year with yields near last year. Reports show mixed changes with some counties up 10 50 percent and others down 10 15 percent. Weather in June was cool and wet, hurting heavy production while some regions report good quality and uniform sizing despite lighter overall output.
Benton Harbor reports one of the 22 best fruit crops in years. Harvesting begins this month with nearly ideal conditions. Growers have protected vineyards, most pears apples and wine grapes contracted by shippers, while a large crop is expected with good quality for markets and potential wine production.
Trading remained active with strong demand on both consumptive and speculative sides. Arrivals were poor in quality yet high prices prevailed for fresh ears, while under grades were plentiful and moved slowly at lower values. Storage prospects looked firm as traders anticipated profitable outcomes, with some optimism for increased exports amid the European conflict.
The report notes easing prices for April extras and cheaper storage offerings, with bids around 24 percent and 23 percent for car lots. Trading activity included 203 cases of ordinary firsts sold and a steady market with moderate demand, though receipts were lighter at 9,427 units.
Backed calls urge government to act promptly on ship registry bill. Efforts focus on stabilizing finance and curbing high prices for food items amid a period of economic tension.
Amid speculation on the European war impact, buying and storage stocks held firm. Canadian concerns report conservative purchases across the border while export chances to England rise as egg and other commodity demand grows in European markets.
Kansas City reports fear among fruit growers shippers and traders over this year's apple crop. Export demand, storage financing, bank lending curbs, and high costs threaten salvage plans while California boxed apples sell at ruinous auction prices. The Packer warns that unless exports resume with safe financing, domestic consumption may hinge on homegrown fruit and shifting markets.
The Chicago butter market remained satisfactory with a broad movement across grades. Early week trade was quiet on fancy goods but firm sentiment followed improved consumptive demand and increased outside inquiries. Receipts averaged around 10 000 tons daily, with Wednesday creamery extras at 28 ½ to 29 ½ cents and No 1 stock at 20 20340 cents. arrivals totaled 5 149.
Washington reports Secretary Houston assesses World War I's impact on U S agriculture noting the United States remains the main undisturbed food producer. He warns German and Austrian ships could limit exports while Allied naval actions may still allow market access. California citrus shipments through Aug 11 total 35 298 cars in the south and 6 476 cars in the north with daily runs ranging 66 to 118 cars.
California Southern total vegetable shipments for the season through August 11 total 4,243 cars. Daily updates show small cuts in midweek activity with no shipments on August 6 and sparse cars on August 7, 8, 10, and 11. Nevada cantaloupe shipments close at 348 cars and Imperial Valley grape shipments total 179 cars with a few cars likely remaining.
Los Angeles firm Richardson Holmes and Lamb Company, a major fruit and vegetable jobber, assigned for creditors. A three-member committee led by Chester W. Thompson with E. M. Weyl and R. T. Harris plans to pay all claims, with assets about 120000 and liabilities around 86000. Lamb will retire from market operations. others may reorganize.
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