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Chicago Packer

Location

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1926

Page

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Harness for 1926 Apple Shippers Convention in Buffalo

The 31st annual International Apple Shippers Association convention will be held August 10 to 18 at Hotel Statler Buffalo. Leaders, shippers and officials from the United States, Canada, England and continental Europe will attend. Special rail rates, a $5 registration, golf for ladies and men, banquets, entertaining programs, and extensive visitor plans mark the event with many committees named to organize activities.

Buffalo Apple Shippers Prevent Niagara Falls England Europe William A. McIntosh Buffaloa N. Y International Apple Shippers’ Association Statler United States Canada Michigan Avenue RG. Phillips Mercantile Building Rochester Frea Brenalpen

Bushnell Bank Draft Policy Mystery Sways Florida Trade

The Citizens Bank of Bushnell Florida failed amid mystery over draft handling for vegetable shipments. Northern receivers faced uncertified checks preceding drafts, enabling shipper credit and revolving funds. The bank’s December resources reached 709,956 with deposits 615,814,Its closure linked to nonpayment of large vegetable drafts and note collection issues. Ralph Collins led the bank as manager and president.

New York Citizens Bank of Bushnell Fla Bushnell Bank Citizens Bank Shipper Bushnell Packer Florida Ralph Collins

Pittsburgh Businessman Harry W Joynes Dies Suddenly

Harry W Joynes of Pittsburgh secretary treasurer and manager of H W Joynes Inc dropped dead from a heart attack Wednesday noon aged 49. He had 23 years in the produce trade including North American Potato Co and earlier runs under his name. Funeral services and interment will be held Saturday at his former home in Onley Virginia.

Pittsburgh Harry W. Joynes H. W. Joynes, Inc Joynes North American Potato Company Onley

Date Set for Hearing in Brooks v Ross Bankruptcy

Judge Hugh M Morris of the U S District Court in Delaware set a hearing for the Brooks v Ross bankruptcy case on the morning of July 26 in Wilmington. Brooks L Ross of Seaford was adjudged bankrupt on January 16, 1926. The notice comes as part of ongoing Chapter proceedings. Also reported Kansas City June 18: The Fayette Tee Company of Confluence Pa says it cannot pay its bills and its plant was recently sold by sheriff.

B. L. Ross Wilmington Del Hugh M. Morris United States District Court of District of Delaware Brooks v. Ross Brooks L. Ross Seaford Kansas City Fayette Tee Company Confluence

New York Fruit Market Sees Mixed U.S. Demand

California Valencia oranges sold well with higher prices for smaller sizes while Florida oranges, grapefruits, and Havana pineapples saw varied demand. Weather hurt lemon sales late in the week though Porto Rico pineapples and Sicily lemons showed price shifts. Market activity remained strong for ripe fruit despite regional weather impacts.

Florida California Valencia New York Porto’ Rico Cos Porto Rico Havana Sicily Verdelli New Orleans Boston

Charles Raimondi Arrested on Fraud Charge in Pittsburgh

Charles Raimondi also known as Charles P. Raymond operated Cherry Fruit Market at Bitter PA. He was arrested last Saturday and charged with disposing of property to defraud after heavy loadings in Pittsburgh. A hearing in Butler before Alderman Kearns resulted in Raimondi being held on a $5,000 bond for grand jury action.

Charles Raimondi Pittsburgh Snetan | Raimondi Charles P. Raymond Cherry Fruit Bitter Pittsburgh, “Produce/ Credit’ Association Butler Kearns Raimonds

Potatoes in Chicago See Liberal Supplies and Price Shifts

Chicago reports ample supplies of both old and new potatoes with prices easing at the week’s start. By midweek most new stock rose about 25 cents, while old stock stayed steady. Bakers and shippers note discounts for sprouted or off condition stock, with state-by-state varieties listed in current market quotes.

Chicago Alabama Louisiana Oklahoma California South Carolina North Carolina Stave Ibarrela Wisconsin

Idaho sacked No 1 Russets at 2 75 a bag

At the start of trading on Thursday buyers priced Idaho sacked No 1 Russets at 2.75 and Washington No 1 Russets at 2.85. Markets listed 107 old potato cars and 141 new potato cars on local team trades, a heavy flow for old stock for the season.

Idaho Washington

Cantaloupe Prices Rise in New York Markets

California cantaloupes were steady until Thursday then rose about 25 cents as 40 to 50 carloads arrived daily. Jumbos ranged from 5.25 to 4.00, standards 2.75 to 3.60, ponies 2.20 to 2.76, flats 1.50 to 1.75 with poor stock. Thursday's high jumbos 3.75 to 4.60, standards 2.75 to 4, ponies 3 to 3, flats 1.50 to 2.75. Georgia peaches receipts increased this week as season advances.

New York California Marly Bhuraday

Adorno Sentenced in Embezzlement Case at Ebensburg

Frank Adorno of Johnstown and his wife Lucy were found guilty of fraudulent conversion in a Cambria county court. Frank Adorno received a sentence from three months to three years with possible parole upon restitution. Lucy Adorno’s sentence was suspended. The case involved a carload of produce consigned to the L Adorno Company for sale and proceeds not remitted to Free Brothers Company.

Pittsburgh Frank Adorno Lucy Adorno Free Brothers Company L.adorno Company

Dry Weather Hurts Virginia Potato Crop

New York June 8 Norfolk Va reports the potato crop severely curtailed by continued dry weather in the Norfolk section and recent hot dry days. The drought will leave production well below normal though quality remains excellent across Southeastern Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina.

Virginia New York Southern Produce Company Norfolk Carolina

Estimate of Early Apple Shipments

Railroad officials estimate early apple shipments by car near Columbia Tennessee with 35 cars at Spring Hill, 10 at Columbia, 10 at Franklin, and 2 at Carters Creek. Packing and shipping to begin next week.

Columbia, Tenn Spring Hill Columbia Franklin Carters Creek

The Produce Packer sample edition notice

A free sample copy of The Produce Packer is offered, detailing its role as a weekly newspaper devoted to market and trade news for shippers and distributors in fresh produce, esco poultry butter hides wool furs, and related sectors.

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California Grapes Plan For Clearing House Debated

Sacramento June 18 regional board members and bankers shippers and growers discussed a 21 member clearing plan to control California fruit shipments. The committee would require tonnage inspections bonds and advance car orders to protect railroads growers and shippers and curb untrustworthy operators.

Pacific Coast Regional Advisory Board Sacramento California Calif Pacific Coast Transportation Advisory Board Transportation Advisory Board Railways San Francisco Charles H. Virden United States Charles E. Virden Norman EB. Sloane Pacific Development Association Pacific Coast Advisory Board Donald Coon American Railway Association Coon American ‘Railway Association Eastern Re‘ceivera and Shippers

Regional board meeting lists California Perishable trade leaders

A regional board meeting drew prominent growers shippers commission men bankers and others in the California Perishable products shipment network. The attendee roster includes N. Rap J. W. Adams J. T. Bate C. W. Banta J. J. Brennan E. Barrett R. B. Bunby J. Baker H. E. Cole J. B. Courtney W. C. Conner Cornwell W. J. Clements N. R. Crow and many more, reflecting a broad industry gathering.

California N. Rap J. W. Adams J. T. Bate C. W. Banta J. J. Brennan E. Barrett R. 8 Bunby J. Baker H. E. Cole J. B. Courtney W. C. Conner C. Cornwell W. J. Clements N. R. Crow R. L. Cason E. Carpenter F. F. Clayton D. C. Coon W. W. Cook J. Dean E. Davis M. Fulton L. L BE. Klein J. K. Nickerbocker J. A.,kellar EB. Kipp J. A. Lloyd J. A.logan N. K. Lockwood G. A. Kelithner R. P. Merritt R. L. Magill F. Morgan C. J. McDonald G. R. McIntosh J. R. Norton Jack O'Neill E. S. Torpey H. Vanswearengen C. Virden Thomas Williams J. C. Willis

Missouri Strawberries Top Market Amid Rain Damages

Market notes show Missouri top offerings outpacing others despite heavy rains across Illinois Indiana Michigan. Five and two thirds inches drenched Chicago in four days, waterlogged lots lowered values, with best crates selling higher. Prices per 24 quart crate varied by origin and variety, while blueberries and raspberries sold at modest premiums and gains for select lines.

Il Mnois Indiana Michigan Chicago Missouri Illinois North Carolina Alabama Georgia California

Cantaloupes Pass 10,000 Car Mark in Imperial Valley

Imperial Valley cantaloupe shipments reach 10,086 cars by June 16, up from 7,886 last season. Weekly totals show 1,978 cars shipped June 9–15 including 131 Honey Dews, 228 mixed melons, and one Casaba. Remaining crop uncertain, but total may reach 13,000 cars by month end. Prices show market softness with mostly delivered sales and limited demand.

el Centro Calif Imperial Valley Arigona Canta Sloupes Florida Texas Bureau of Agricultural Economies

Texas Onions Firmer in New York Receipts Light

In New York on June 18 the onion market shows firmer Texas stock yet overall poor quality. Receipts were light with Morgan Line boat at 17 cars. Bermuda, Argentine, and Egyptian onions traded with California stock, prices from $1 to $2.75 per crate or bag depending on type and size.

Texas New York Morgan Line Alexandra California Bermuda

New York Terminal Needs Topic At Meet Of Research Council

New York Terminal Needs Topic At Meet Of Research Council outlines plans for a two day session at the New York State Chamber of Commerce to discuss a 2 Union Railroad Terminal on Manhattan waterfront replacing old piers. Key speakers include A W Frost and Victor K McElheney. Terminal expansion urged due to rising perishable cargo from Florida and coordinated rail service among lines. Continued discussion promised on page 17A.

New York Meet OF Research Council Union Railroad Franklin and Canal Streets Old Dominion Pennsylvania Manhattan New York Food Marketing Research Counci Ww York State Chamber of Commerce Liberty Street Frank Co. Ferguson R. W. Dunlap Department of Agriculture A. W. Frost National League of Commission Merchants Errol M. Zorn Florida Citrus Exchange Victor K. McElheney The Fruit Auction Company American Fruit & Vegetable Shippers’ Association Wilson D. Bennett California Fruit Exchange P. Willis Holden Smith & Holden Joseph Petchesky F. Petchesky & Sons Wallabout Brooklyn Bernard M. Patten Department of Markets New York City New York Fruit and Produce Pennsylvania Railroad J. W. Roberts Clyde Steamship Company B.T. Smith Gi Dominion Line W. Li Zorn Frost North River Transportation Committee of Fruit & Produce Trade Associat McElheney Erie Holden

New Potatoes Active in New York Market

New York reports a strong movement in Southern potatoes with steady demand and firm prices for top quality. Receipts include 130 cars South Carolinas, 32 North Carolinas, and two Virginias. Norfolk prices reach 5.50. Old potatoes are dull with minimal dock business and yards trading.

New York South Carolinas North Carolinas Virginias North Carolina South South Carolina North Carollinas Norfolks Green Mountains

Also Mentioned on This Page

Convention OF Apple Shippers Assn Edward H. Boye George E. Woelfle Fred Brenpisen George E. Howland Edwerd H. Boye J. W. Lansing William A.mcintosh John E. Schintzius C. B. Sims Joseph Rothenberg George R. Behreck Francis D.wood J. W.lan- Bing Charles Altman Lean William Eppolito Charles Hi Fred W. Kiefer Frank Leon John J. Perna Louis J. DiCarlo John Eckert J. Murray Fulsom Daniel Kurtz Foun d. Mo. Mlewaky A. R. Pusatert Aphintsius Robert 4. Slacer Donald 0. Schreck L. Smith George E. Woeffle William A. ‘McIntosh George K. Howland Frank Schintsius Warren B. Wilkes Charles Biorma Warren ‘B. Wilkes Samuel Rinelli Bam Bs Shats R. D. Sprout John E. Schintsius O. B. Sims John Kraus Frank Deveso Fred J. Schafer, Jr George D. Liles Eugene Hornung Leo Lippman Leonard Johnson Roy Pusateri Jacob Swartz H. ©. Scull John Schenck W.a.sharp Fran Bushnell, Fla Harry’ W. Joynes Johnstown Erie Railroad Port Authority New York Market
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