04 Dec 1915
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Newspaper
Chicago Packer
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1915
Page
1
Fresh eggs remained firm in Chicago with scarce strictly fresh stock and improved local demand for refrigerator eggs. Large imports by Canadians for export appeared but were not moved. storage eggs moved better though prices held. April refrigerator stock quoted around 21 to 21 1/4 cents and extras at 21 1/4 to 21 1/2 cents.
Dillon New York December 3 The state department of food and markets is under scrutiny for paying travel expenses of H A Emerson and Dzra Tuttle while soliciting Florida consignments for the Fruit Auction Company. Critics question state legitimacy of private funding and private cooperation.
Chicago reports show a firm butter market with light outside buying and strong demand for premium grades. Fresh creamery extras rose to 32 1 2 to 33 cents, while storage stock moved better and exports to Canada appeared on some small blocks. Receipts and offerings varied daily from 5 5 to 10 6 thousand tubs amid a generally firm to unchanged pattern.
In Chicago on December 3 Dan Cupid claims Dan Coyne Jr a rising young figure in the plant and egg sector. The account portrays Cupid as the victor in a fanciful clash with Coyne, noting the bid to win the young man famed for rapid strides in his field.
The Cranberry Exchange reports prices holding firm with no weakening in supply. Large shippers have sold to mid December and current prices range from 7 to 7.50 for fancy late Howes and up to 8 for extra fancy stock fob Cape Cod shipping stations. Jersey prices run 6.50 to 7.
Chicago notes a robust local demand for dressed poultry and live stock. Prices rise modestly with weekly receipts: turkeys 13 14c, ducks 12 13c, geese 11 14c, fryers 12 12%c, hens 2.75 3.50 per dozen, and fresh-killed poultry in good demand as cold weather aids handling.
The Lagomar Grape Company of Burlington Ta has been elected an associate member of the Peoria branch of the National League of Commission Merchants. This marks an expansion of the organization with new regional representation.
Onion industry delegates gather at a national association meeting to discuss prices supply and marketing strategies. Leaders and producers from major regions attend to address market conditions and policy concerns affecting growers.
The National Union Association met in Chicago with about 18 members. They discussed crop and market conditions and reported heavy shrinkage in onion holdings across the country. California and York State reports noted significant rehandling losses and futures stock in cold storage, predicting holdings by February 1 would be below recent years.
Market notes from Chicago show fair demand for lope fruit and seasonally firm stock. Prices cited include grapefruits at 4.95 for a few varieties and citrus like lemon stock described as good, with Isle of Pine offerings noted as a strong point in carlots.
Chicago citrus arrivals show good quality with mostly large oranges and lemons, though demand was modest. Prices: Florida fruit sold around 4 230 and oranges at 3.20 to 3.75 per unit, with buyers cautious amid varying quality.
A December New Orleans market note lists vegetables in supply with prices for endive lettuce peas cauliflower and greens. Prices include head lettuce at 1.25 and endive at 2.50 per unit, while peas fetch 3.50 per hamper and cauliflower 1.75 per half crate.
Dispatches from San Benito Texas report that pumpkin and carrot shipments to Dallas face delays and lower demand due to competition. Quotations cited include $15 per ton for 4 tons and $21.20 for delivery to North Texas, with cabbage quoted around 33 cents per ton. Freight costs remain high and onions show activity, while growers note the crop has not met early promises and prices hold around 90 cents per ton for box cars.
Chicago notes stronger market activity with bids for onions and eggs holding, while fruit markets in New York show steady demand for pineapples and berries. Reports indicate shrinkage in California stocks affecting pricing, and transportation impacts on grain and butter classifications are discussed.
Ohio and Indiana onion shipments to southern markets via Ohio River routes show ongoing movement with expected demand rise if weather stays favorable. Red and yellow onions packed in 100 pound bags dominate loads. California stock held in Ohio and Indiana likely to move before year end. Storage losses are heavy this season, ovatage among operators notes.
Chicago December 3 cabbage prices steady with scarce storage stock. Prices for choice stock around 4 f o b Wisconsin 42 points, with most selling from farmers pits. Frost-damaged field cabbage limits dealer risk as sales move toward holidays and year end storage delays. Dividends issued to Sparling creditors in Cincinnati as Norwood Provision receivership settles about 8,100 dollars with 28 percent payout. Local dealers largely affected.
Memphis December 3 Maxwell a wholesale fruits and produce dealer on Adams Avenue vanished leaving few assets. Creditors await repayment while broker E E George attached remaining goods. Maxwell, new to Memphis trade, failed to establish substantial business and left the outskirts store.
Chicago potato market remains steady to firm with light receipts and satisfactory demand. Prices mostly 60 to 67 cents for best stock, quality driving sales. farmers slow to move, but outside inquiry fair and stock rehandling improves quality. Market opened strong, dipped, then recovered with weekly totals of about 60 cars Monday and 450 Tuesday.
The New York market reports a large California grape sale led by Joseph DiGiorgio. Demand remained strong with 25 car lots offered and broker orders heavy. Prices averaged across several varieties from $2.60 to $5.50 per package and $3.70 per keg for Emperors.
New York officials announce a classification exception for railroad damage claims on eggs. Damaged eggs must exceed five percent to trigger payment. for an eighteen egg case, five percent is nine eggs, so only additional damage beyond that is eligible. Carrots claims remain unchanged if repacked or rehandled per the shipper’s note.
Apple exports for the week ending Saturday fell to 47 barrels from 126,863 barrels a year earlier. Season exports total 684,316 barrels versus 1,228,141 barrels last year. Chicago hosted the National Conference on Marketing and Warm Credits at the Hotel Sherman, with government officials delivering practical talks amid theory. New York Mercantile Exchange visitors included W. S. Howser, F. W. Smith, W. I. Collyer, L. A. Blackburn and others.
Advices received by the trade indicate a frost struck central Florida on Tuesday night and Wednesday morning with some damage near Sanford and Center Hill. The report notes frost impact across the region with unspecified extent.
Market reports span eggs in Chicago and New York, onions and cabbage movement in Ohio Valley and California, and butter and fruit activity in multiple markets. Notable items include egg rates under dispute, Chicago apple and citrus firmness, and shipments from California to New York with price signals and seasonal movements.
Apple trade in Western York reflects fair, though light, receipts after Thanksgiving. Prices for Jonathan, Winter Banana, Grimes Golden, and Stayman Winesap rise to mid- to high-range. demand favors best high colored specimens. Michigan stock and box apples move slowly with pockets of strong sales at premium lots.
A damaged fragment discusses whether a shipper may claim the value at destination or market value when goods are delivered, noting Ottawa and a court suit as frame. The outcome could affect carrier liability and trade by defining owner compensation based on value at the time and place of loss.
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