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Chicago Packer

Location

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1913

Page

2

Vegetable Trade Good and Prices Steady in Chicago Market

The Chicago vegetable market showed steady demand with lighter receipts. Illinois beans and wax beans priced around $1 to $3, with Illinois greens and lettuce strong. Asparagus and cucumbers sold well, while shipments from Texas and Mississippi were plentiful. corn, cauliflower, and tomatoes priced variably amid warm weather and ample supply.

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Strawberries, raspberries and apples face variable crop losses

Strawberries show a lever shortage while raspberries and blackberries may compensate. Apples suffered less from May frosts. most late varieties will be abundant though overall crop is about 25 percent short. Cold lows hit peaches and grapes lighter than last season. California and Florida fruit prices rise while Texas onions, Kentucky beans, and Mississippi tomatoes edge up or ease. Will ship peaches from Niles and Buchanan expects sizable fruit output this season.

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Frost Blasts Late Michigan Fruit Crops

In Hay City Michigan on June 20 reports say continued cold weather and drought have damaged late apples and pears across northeastern Michigan. Grower J Bees notes about 25 percent of late fruit in his orchard is dead, Baldwin apples and Northern Spy varieties affected while early fruit remains in good condition. Other large orchards report similar losses due to cold, with buds blasted but early fruit undamaged.

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Old Apples Hold Steady in Chicago Market

Chicago market reports steady demand for remaining old apples with few sales. Ben Davis and Russell quoted at 5.50 to 6 per barrel, Willow Twigs 6 to 7. New Tennessee arrivals in small lots sold well when well sized. Hampers at 1, boxed fruit 50 to 75 cents. scarred stock moved slowly and at lower prices.

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Fruit Canning Crops Progress at Hartford Michigan

Fruit destined for local canneries moves toward markets as Hartford officials report a short crop year with ample Duchess apples and full crops of Greening Kings Spies and Canada Rede. Growers anticipate improved yields later in the season despite current shortages.

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Poultry and Eggs Prices in Indianapolis June 20

Market report from Indianapolis lists bids for various poultry and eggs. Down to 16 2 3 cents per dozen for certain items, spring chickens lower at 24 cents per pound, fowls steady around 20 cents, roosters 9 cents, squabs $3 per dozen for 10 pounds or more. Weather harming quality, exerts impact on offerings.

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