11 Feb 1939
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Newspaper
Chicago Packer
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1939
Page
1
Florida growers voting in a January referendum favored a marketing agreement to regulate shipments of oranges, grapefruit, and tangerines by grades and size. A 50 percent volume sign-up by handlers is required, with a two thirds grower approval by number or volume. Signatures expected by week’s end.
New Orleans Feb 10 The 40th annual three day session of the Association of Southern Agricultural Workers adjourned with about 1200 on the attendance roll. Officers elected include President Dr J W Bateman Louisiana Vice President I C Adagh North Carolina Secretary Fred E Miller North Carolina Treasurer J C Holton Mississippi Delegates and speakers came from across the United States, with thanks extended to New Orleans and Louisiana members for hospitality.
Pittsburgh officials press enforcement of the itinerant peddler ordinance with two arrests this week. Defendants posted a $50 forfeit and await hearings as detectives work with a city police detective and a radio car to trace violators. Trade committee and Butter and Eye Exchange members pledge cooperation to curb itinerant peddling.
A compact roundup notes seed potato movements in Red River, citrus deals in Florida, cold storage meetings in Dallas, and ongoing weather impacts from California to Idaho. It lists industry topics from fruit and vegetable promotion to license losses, cukes, melons, and cabbage markets, with mentions of trade in Cincinnati and New York firms facing difficulties.
The Packer notes that summaries of Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act decisions have accumulated to form a substantial historical record. Most cases arise from misunderstandings of the statute rather than criminal intent, and readers should study the issued interpretations to align business practices with the law as applied by the Secretary and the courts.
A description of The Produce Packer weekly newspaper devoted to marketing and trade news for shippers and contributors of eel, poultry, butter, hides, wool, and farm products. A free sample copy is mailed upon request.
Refrigerated warehouses and American Warehousemen's Association prepare for the 48th annual convention in Dallas February 16 to 18. Chicago’s delegation arrives February 12, with travel by Alton and Missouri Pacific lines. A long list of reservations signals a record turnout for the event and traditions of friends reuniting at the Adolphus hotel.
Washington D C Feb 10 The license of Chula Vista Celery Distributors Chula Vista Calif under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act has been revoked effective February 6 1939 by order of the Secretary dated January 25 This action followed a disciplinary complaint by H A Spilman of the Agriculture Department The record shows that between February 17 and March 28 1948 the firm received 12 carloads of celery in interstate commerce from Bay View Celery Growers Association and sold for accounts of George Yamata ni The sales reported yielded net proceeds of 2008 27 versus the true 2648 57 defrauding the consignor of 640 30 The Secretary ruled repeated and flagrant violations of the act justified license revocation.
The 26th annual Melon Distributors Association meeting will be held April 21 and 22 at the Netherland Plaza hotel in Cincinnati. The Silver Anniversary convention will mark 25 years of the organization with an executive committee led by President Roy F. Parrish and including officers and directors from firms in Georgia, Florida, Indiana, Illinois and Pennsylvania. An announced program will follow detailing plans and events.
Cleveland officials report Abe Goldberg Inc of Youngstown paid a third cash settlement to Cleveland creditors after owing 17 283 13 for merchandise bought December 12 to 21 last year. prior balances paid promptly. heavy pre Christmas purchases noted.
Preliminary reports from producing districts on Mexico's west coast indicate frost last week will cut available supplies by about 50 percent, with tomato and pepper losses strongest in Sonora and Sinaloa. Peas and other crops show similar cuts, while Cubcan area damage is lighter and shipments are not yet at full volume. Carrot crossings through Nogales totaled 531 cars by February 2, well below 772 in 1928, reflecting acreage reductions and an emphasis on better quality.
Washington reports public hearings on two marketing agreement programs to regulate interstate cabbage shipments from Alabama counties Mobile Escambia Baldwin and from Mississippi. Hearings set for February 17 in Mobile Alabama and February 20 in Crystal Springs Mississippi. Committees of growers and handlers would propose grade and size regulations with federal state inspection when active, with limited exemptions for individual producers.
Idaho Falls February 10 Cold weather and drifted snow blocked roads hindering potato hauling across the region. East west routes were impassable, subzero temperatures lingered, upper galley loadings stayed light and stock from warehouses dwindled. Some jets purchased for loading could not operate due to road conditions and cold. Many loading points halted with No 2 grade stock in very limited supply.
California citrus growers brace for freeze as frost forecaster predicts a 22 degree low late this week. Smudging will be intensified over the weekend while growers await advisory committee decisions on intrastate prorate. Market outlook remains weak with low activity and mixed regional weather across the state.
Harlingen Texas February reports the McDonald plan setting minimum prices for grapefruit growers faces criticism from independent shippers and cooperatives. Carl C Magee accuses the program of failure and fraud, citing underweight deliveries, miscalculated fruit tonnage, mixed fruit sales, and improper fruit attribution.
Imperial Valley lettuce shippers report brisk demand and higher market for the week as efforts to trim February acreage show results. Gale winds slowed field work, but midweek demand remained strong with prices near 1.75 a crate fob, some at 2 for fives, and 1.50+ for sixes amid limited supplies and ongoing loadings.
Washington reports agricultural planners drop the two-price plan and consider cooperation with food distributors to reduce margins on surplus commodities. Officials eye fruits vegetables and dairy to widen distribution and aid lower income groups while cautioning retailers against loss leads that hurt producers. The topic may fade like the earlier plan as daydreaming in Washington continues.
William J. McCormick of the National League of Wholesale Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Distributors seeks federal aid to fund consumer promotional campaigns for fruits and vegetables. He met with Rep. Marvin Jones and Rep. Ralph Brewster and urged diverting surplus funds to promote demand, including a radio consumers hour modelled on Farm and Home Hour.
Louisville, Ky. February weather has caused higher Ohio River levels but the local produce trade remains calm. The river rose to about seven feet above flood stage this week, far below 1937 levels, with track access and yards protected by ample facilities. February business stays normal and traders show little concern over river conditions.
Staff correspondence from Grand Forks reports the seed potato movement in the Red River valley gaining momentum with shipments rising through February. January saw steady, modest movement fueled by previously booked orders and strong southern demand. overall production may match last year despite drought areas in North Dakota and Minnesota. Warehouse stocks are high along the river, yet direct farmer shipments are increasing as wholesalers anticipate tighter supply once storage depletes. Continued discussion noted on Page 14.
Paul Findlay writes from San Francisco February 1 1989 to dispute a report on the heated extra session about chain store expansion. He clarifies his stance regarding Mr Schulte and criticizes reliance on a dated Federal Trade Commission report predicting looming retail monopoly if chain growth continues.
The Georgia Veneer and Package Company of Brunswick Georgia complains of a fraud case involving a man posing as B F Hughes of M L Hughes & Son Pahokee Florida. He paid with a fake Bank of Pahokee check for fifty dollars and the firm cashed sixty dollars. twenty dollars covered merchandise and thirty dollars was given as unidentified compensation. The customer failed to collect the goods and fled with the proceeds. Investigation follows in Florida and Georgia authorities are notified.
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