New La Potato District Shows Strong Planting Outlook
A broad swath of Louisiana near Maringouin on the Texas and Pacific line is shifting from cotton to Irish potatoes. Last year 150 acres yielded 16 carloads, with 1,200 to 2,000 acres projected this year as growers expect solid profits from Red Bliss potatoes planted in January and shipping from May 1 to 16.
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Alexandria
St. Louis
J. Methene
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JABBAGE MOVEMENT LIGHT CHAOS HITS RAIL FREIGHT
Cold weather and a railroad strike curb shipments in Chicago causing freight delays. Switchmen shortages pull workers to Minneapolis and St Paul, while freight volumes rise with warehouse stock priced at 16 to 18 dollars. Shipping firms face overtime and idle motive power as cold snaps persist.
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Chico
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St. Paul
Cincinnati Man Promises Rail Freight Claim Profits
Karl von Slyck attorney at law with six railroad claims offers New Year help to shippers and receivers nationwide. He and chief associate Charles J. Brennan have deep rail industry experience and claim departments knowledge to pursue Hepburn Act losses by filing in any state with service. Their fee is per case only if paid, and they provide guidance and a free booklet from Provident Bank Building.
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Karl von Slyck
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Maine
California
van’ Slyck
Charles J. Brennan
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Union
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Eastern North Carolina swamp land drainage project advances
In Beaufort and Hyde counties near Bishop's Cross the Pantego drainage district moves forward as John A. and W. Wilkinson of Belhaven develop a vast swamp tract. A dredge and canal system now extends miles, with earth and shells forming a shell road. The work aims to reclaim about a thousand square miles with fertile black loam soil and marl beneath, promising major regional transformation. The project continues with laborers clearing, while market notes report农业 prices and local business updates.
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Beaufort
Hyde Counties
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Bishop's Cross
Pantego
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Belhaven
Wilkinson Bros
Pungo River
Florida
Africa
Cristmas
Michigan
Ohio
California
Charlea Amicon
John Amicon
East Broad Street
O. M. Evans
Herb Kelley
Evans & Turner Co
Early Vast Potato Harvests On New Land In North Carolina
The article notes extraordinary potato yields on new land with 36 bushels per acre and a later 500 bushels per acre claimed by Wilkinson Bros. It describes rapid stump decay enabling quick plowing and a volunteer crop yielding substantial amounts. It also compares Belhaven NC with North Georgia for climate and highlights Tidewater Virginia North Carolina rail lines aiding vegetable, fruit, corn and cotton farming with multiple crops per year.
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Wilkinson Bros
Gulf Stream
Belhaven
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New York
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Washington
North Georgia
Tidewater
Virginia
Norfolk & Southern Railway
Citrus Fruits Quiet With Steady Chicago Market
Chicago market for citrus remains steady with no standout activity this week. California Navels priced from 2.60 to 3.50, Florida Brights 1.75 to 2.35, Russets 1.60, and Indian River shipments around 2.25. Local supply steady amid moderate California volumes.
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Apples Firmer and Market Active as New Year Approaches
The market shows improved activity for choice and fancy apples, with No. 1 prices from 2.50 to 3.50 and fancy fruit at 3.50 to 5, while No. 2 apples fetch 1.50. Box apples demand remains healthy with prices from 1 to 4.50 for fancy Spitz as dealers report a freer movement and potential large shipments from York state. Florida oranges are being promoted in Des Moines and surrounding markets as Florida Citrus Exchange plans a vigorous push against California offerings.
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