Arrest of Adolph De Wilde in Boston linked to grape prices
Adolph De Wilde of De Wilde & Co. Chicago was arrested in Boston on a magis proce sss under a First State Bank claim for $5,000 with no bond. The case stems from grape deals with longtime associate Joseph Nuttle. California grape operators protest De Wilde’s quoted prices and circulars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Nutile
Boston
de Wilde
Mase
Adolph de Wilde
de Wilde & Co
Chicago
Joseph Nuttle
First State Bank of
Nuttle
International Brokerage Company
Boston Fruit Men
Kago
Fresno
New York
California
H. L. ‘Wood
Modesto
Eral
Creditors Likely to Accept Settlement Offer for Imperato Co
New York June 13 There is no clear explanation for the failure of Joseph Imperator Sons Inc Harlem Market fruit and vegetable robbery concern Creditors learned of the collapse Monday July 2. The firm owes about $25 000 to about 30 creditors and expects to pay in full Imperato offers 10 percent cash 10 percent October 1 and 10 percent every four months until all debts are paid Most creditors except two have signed to accept the proposal
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Joseph Imperator Sons, Inc
Harlem Market
Imperato
Apple Shippers Convention Adds Festival to Detroit Visit
Detroit hosts the International Apple Shippers Association convention August 7 to 10. An outdoor luncheon for about 1500 visitors is planned under trees at Believele, with grand entertainment for wives and daughters arranged by the ladies committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Apple Shippers Association
Beautiful Believele
Heavier Offerings of Early Apples in Ohio Markets
Receipts of early apples and heavy shipments in Ohio Valley markets were comparatively heavy during the week. Less carrot supplies were low grade with prices aligning to the average range. Best Transparents quoted around 3.26 per basket. Early harvest brings 50c less. carrots mainly from Southern Illinois and Virginia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Ohio ‘Valley
Illinois
Virginia
The Produce Packer Weekly Sample Issue Notice
The Produce Packer announces a separate weekly newspaper for trade news on eggs poultry butter hides wool and furs and offers free sample copies by mail to Mippers and distributors interested in market information.
Mayor Hylan Plans $19 Million New Market in New York
Mayor Hylan and Commissioner O Malley outline a plan to replace West Washington Market with a $19,000,000 facility on Tenth Avenue near Gansevoort. The design includes a vast receiving station for live poultry foreign fruits and Southern produce. The Port Authority seeks collaboration amid tense relations. Pending Board of Estimate review, this could transform downtown fruit and vegetable trade. Railroads, especially the Pennsylvania Railroad, have not yet commented.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Hylan
O’malley
West Washington Market
Washington Market
Tenth Avenue
Gansevoort Market
Washington Street
Board of Estimate
Port Authority of
Daily Press
Pennsylvania Railroad
Decrease in Potato Crop Forecast in July Report
The July forecast estimates a yield of 381,726,000 bushels for this year, down from 451,185,000 last season. The decline occurs mainly in northern states that supply most of late commercial potatoes, with Maine expected to surpass last year. New York shows a short crop, while central and northern states report decreases and Colorado is slightly short.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fament
Maine
New York
Colorado
Department of Agricil
Thature
Washington, D. C
CRIS
Bate
New Hampshire
Prine
Albany
Ashland
Massachusetts
Mae
Baltimore
Birmingham
Rhode Island
Boston
Bridgeport
Buffalo
Connecticut
Esseeeus
Burlington
Butte
Cedar Rapids
Chi- New
Jersey
Vermont
Cincinnasi
Cleveland
Pennsylvania
Masachusette
Columbus
Davenport
Delaware
Ton
Denver
Des Moines
Detroit
el Paso
Eugene
Everett
Flint
Grand Forks
New Jersey
Grand Rapids
Great Falls
Helena
Houster
Till
Dianapolis
Joplin
Kansas City
Lexington
Little Rock
Gerpia el
Los Angeles
Long Beach
Memphis
Mills City
Milwaukee
Minneapolis
Sf Us
Kowes
New Orleans
New
Gog
Rork
Oakland
Omaha
Philadelphia
Pittsb
Geo Land
Ore
Portland
Ohio
Providence
Pueblo
Rose
Ville
Sacramento
St. Louis
San di
Sioux City
Spokane
Spring
Mississippi
Ann
Field
Mass
Stockton
Syra
Louisiana
Missouri
Tacoma
Terre Haute
Toledo
Topeka
Oklahoma
Arate Powell i
Vancouver
Tennessee
Wilkes Barre
Alabama
Mexico
Kentucky
Arizona
Utah
Texas
Nevada
Idaho
Arkansas
Washington
Montana
Oregon
California
New Mexico
Wyoming
United States
Cantaloupes From Imperial Valley Beat Last Year Record
Imperial Valley growers report this year surpassing last season’s cantaloupe tally as shipments rise toward 12,159 cars, while the broader market shows weakness from overripe stock. Officials note strong farm income despite national gluts. the July forecast cites steady potato declines and framed by government crop totals for 1923.
Early Estimate For 1000 Cars Of Southeast Missouri Watermelons
Preliminary estimates place Southeast Missouri watermelon output on the Frisco line at 1000 to 1100 railroad cars. Superintendent C B Michelson notes unconfirmed acreages but reports movements by Kennett 250 Holcomb 200 McMullin 100 Benton 100 Frisbee 100 Morley 135 Vanduser 80 Sikeston 5 Malden 25 Campbell 26 Gibson 20 Oranton Naylor 10 Senath 2. Much of the crop will be handled directly by growers this season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Missouri
Frisco
C. B. Michelson
Kennett
Holcomb
McMullin
Benton
Frisbee
Morley
Pear Crop Forecast Shows Sharp Drop From 1922
Government forecast released July 13 projects a pear harvest of 15,224,000 bushels this year, down from 18,661,000 last year and 11,207,000 in 1921, with state breakdowns and Washington figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Peach Crop Gains Since June Estimate
The July forecast of the Department of Agriculture places peach production at 48,358,000 bushels, up from 56,705,000 last year. The report compares state by state estimates and notes improvements since the June projection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Agriculture
Potatoes in Chicago See Mixed Market With Price Shifts
Chicago July 13 firm start for carrot potato trade with Monday and Tuesday firm tone. By Wednesday prices eased 25 to 50 cents per cwt across districts. Kaw Valley shipments up, quality praised. Local and outside buyers cooler on week’s end. No 1 Oklahoma Triumphs sold at 2.50 2.60 per bag, Virginia Irish Cobblers 6.75 7 per barrel. East stock weaker, pulling down good lots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Kaw Valley
Bayern
Oklahoma Triumphs
Oklahoma Irish
Illinois
Virginia Irish
Onions in Moderate Supply in Chicago
Chicago July 13 onions in moderate supply with slow demand locally and outside. California Stockton yellows sold 3 to 3.50, Louisville stock 2.50 to 2.75, Coachella onions 2.25 to 2.50, Texas crates 1 to 2 per crate. Walla Walla McKinney Pleasant Valley districts set to move late this week with next week shipments planned but prices not fixed. Seed stock noted in Pleasant Valley with early movement expected next month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
California
Stockton
Louisville
Texas
Walla Walla
Wash
McKinney
Pleasant Valley
Higher Market on Potatoes in New York and Chicago Demand
The potato market advanced from last week with light supplies and steady to higher prices. Norforke and Hanover Shores topped at 6.50 77 per barrel while other stocks sold from 5 6 to 1.50 2.50. North Carolina shipments near completion with prices up 25 to 50 cents per barrel. Watermelons in Chicago remained dull despite favorable weather. Georgia Florida receipts light, Texas Alabama rising, with carloads valued from 275 to 675 per car depending on weight and grade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Old Dominion
Hantern
North Carolina
Maine
Green Mountains
Chicago
Georgia
Florida
Texas
Alabama
Ocean Rate on Apples in Barrels and Boxes
The Barr Shipping Corporation issued a notice listing Atlantic conference rates for moving apples and pears from New York Boston Philadelphia and Halifax to United Kingdom ports. Barrels priced at 1.25 dollars for ordinary stowage and 1.75 dollars for refrigerator. boxes at 0.04 dollars for ordinary and 0.65 dollars for refrigerator stowage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Barr Shipping Corporation
Atlantic
Boston
Philadelphia
Halifax
United Kingdom
Poor Peaches Among the Receipts on New York Market
New York July 13 The peach market shows a flood of poor fruit from Georgia with heavier arrivals than seen this season. Prices vary. best Hiley Belles $2.50 2.75 per crate, Georgia Belles $1.75 2.50, Carmen and Early Elbertas $1.50 1.75, Early Jersey fruit $1.25 1.75. Eight or ten cars sold at auction with very low prices for poor stock. average sales around $2.50 3. some as low as 55 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Georgia
Jersey
South Carolinas
Cabbage Market Slump Dampens Chicago Trade
A report from Chicago dated July 13 notes a cabbage market slump amid slow demand and moderate supplies. Iowa cabbage from Muscatine Nichols district sold for large crates at 2 to 2.50 per crate, with bulk at 2.25 to 2.75 per barrel, while California pony crates fetched 1 to 1.25. Most stock was ordinary and heads remained firm, green, and medium in size.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Iowa
Muscatine- Nichols
California
California Orange and Lemon Shipments Diary
July shipments from California show oranges and lemons moving in varying car counts. Records indicate totals around 31 thousand cars for oranges and lemons combined, with Valencia and Central California shipments noted across several dates in early July.
Fragile Market Report From Vague Trade Notes
A fragmentary market note mentions scarce items priced from 450 to 600 dollars per unit and averages around thirty-two pounds. It references carload offerings with heavy demand and small melons trailing, but the text remains unclear and incomplete.
East Texas Melon Crop Beginning to Move
East Texas watermelons started moving this week but general movement not before July 15 to 20. Rain shortages threaten size and quality. Mineola, Winnsboro, and Golden areas expect 50 cars, Sulphur Springs 20, with Hempstead Peters and Bellville districts also shipping. Melon quality good but averages small. prices around 1.25 per cwt for 25 pound fruit and 1.50 for 30 pound sizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Texas
Mineola
H. A. Bowdoin
E.R. Crone
Winnsboro
Golden Territory
Bureau of Markets
East Texas
Hempstead- Peters
Bellville
Floresville
Apple Crop Shows Gain in Commercial Output Since June
Washington July report indicates commercial apple yield nationwide at 33,068,000 barrels, up from 31,090,000 last year but with total farm crop at 188,608,000 bushels, down from 203,628,000. The July release notes improvements in commercial orchards yet farm orchards still below prior year, with detailed state figures and contrasts to 1921 and 1920 outputs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D C
Washington, D. C
Maine
New Hampshire
New ‘York
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Delaware
Maryland
Virginia
West Virginia Virginia
North Carolina
West Virginia
Georgia
Indiana
Michigan
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Dahla
Nebraska
Tennessee
Alabama
Mississippi
Oklahoma
Arkansas
Montana
Texas
Idaho
Washington
Oregon
California
United States
Edwin Andrews of New York Dies at 62
Edwin Andrews head of E Andrews Jr & Co fruit and vegetable brokers died in Ossining New York private hospital after a stroke suffered July 4 while visiting his sister in law. He was a leading NY fruit auction broker active until health failed years earlier and leaves one son and his wife. The burial was in Bayside Long Island.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Edwin Andrews
E. Andrews, Jr. & Co
Ossining
N. Y
Eddie" Andrews
Florida
Maine
Arthur
B. Andrews, Jr. & Co
Mr. Andrews
Tone
Bayside
Long Island
California cantaloupes market slumps on poor quality shipments
Receipts remained heavy as markets faced persistently poor quality cantaloupes. Prices stayed weak with crates selling around 11.50, while Georgia and South Carolina stock arrived in poor condition and failed to lift overall market sentiment.
Easier Market on Peaches This Week
Chicago reports a slow peach market amid liberal supplies and fair demand. Georgia Carmens in six-basket cars sold mainly 1.50 for best stock, with many brown rot and ordinary quality crates from 0.60 to 1.25. bushel Georgia Carmens 1.25 to 1.75. Georgia Hileys 1.75 to 2 per six-basket crate for best, inferior stock down to 0.75.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Georgia
Georgia Carmens
Georgia Hileys
Stockton Potato Market News and Prices
Growers report potato shipments to Stockton shipping point with prices from $1.00 to $1.26 per ewt at the ice house market. Heavier reds are around $1.60 per ewt with most local reds cleaned locally. Prospects for next week are described as varied with larger carries possible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stockton
Old Apples Prices Rise in Early Markets
Fragmented OCR reports New York and New Jersey fruit prices showing Old Apples and Ben Davis in baskets. Early varieties sold at 4.06 dollars per barrel and 3.75 to 4.50 for Ben Davis. Transparent and other varieties ranged 1 to 3 dollars per basket by size and quality.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Adolf DE Wilde
Imperial Valley
Valencia
Central’ California
Tilly Sand
Julyié
Carafornia
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!