02 Mar 1912
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Newspaper
Chicago Packer
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1912
Page
1
Texas egg and poultry reports show varied movement this week with shipments ranging from 20 to 100 cases weekly in towns from Floresville to Hubbard. Experts note more hens kept last fall boosting egg output in many areas, while some regions foresee lighter future shipments and a potentially larger overall poultry crop.
Egg shipments from Oklahoma points show mixed trends for spring. Caddo and Britton expect 25 to 50 case weekly movements with declines vs last year due to higher feed costs, while Cabin predicts stronger output with about 40 to 60 weekly cases by April and an overall crop increase. Bokchito plans lighter spring movement with about 10 to 15 weekly cases, and dealers forecast overall poultry production lower than last year.
Chicago data show steady demand and light receipts for vegetables led by cucumbers and peppers with Florida lettuce inferior and tomatoes high in price. Hothouse tomatoes reach 50 cents a pound while Brussels sprouts remain scarce, with three California cars weekly and strong overall market tone outlook into next week.
California fruit receipts showed wide quality gaps with prices from 1.25 to 4.85 for freestone stock and better fruit around 2.75 to 3.25 for Florida oranges. Florida grapefruit held strong with fancy stock at 4 to 6 and off sizes 2 to 3.50, while Porto Rico shipments numbered about 100 000 boxes and general market strength persisted.
Severe cold restricted display and buyer activity on the citrus market. Navel oranges sold around 2.50 to 2.85, Florida oranges 2.25 to 2.76, grapefruit weaker by 50 cents, lemons prices cut 15 to 35 cents, receipts moderate with frost affecting stock disposal and peddler demand limited.
California asparagus sold for 6 to 16 dollars per dozen this week as receipts held 50 to 100 boxes daily. A heavy Sunday night freeze damaged Holt Middle River Woodward and Oakley, delaying the shipping season by about two weeks, with L M Lyon of Oakley reporting light shipments ahead.
The St Louis Fruit & Produce exchange adopted a resolution to back the uniform package bill in Congress. Missouri members were urged to support it as abuses in the short measure were debated and a uniform standard was favored to meet the needs of trade.
Fragmented notes describe court actions delaying a Gibson related case. Objections over questions on hiring stand as creditors seek funds. Gibson offers to aid but lacks funds. Discussion references dates, a large asset, and possible further hearings to secure a judgment for creditors.
The celery market shows light receipts and price increases across varieties. California stock is high quality but small in size, with crates selling from 8 to 9 dollars and some as high as 10. Florida demand remains steady with No 1 quality at 3.4 to 4.5 and No 3 at 2.75 to 3 per crate.
Reports to authorities indicate extensive cold damage across New York state. The lower state areas and Saugerties report near total peach crop failure while Long Island and neighboring regions fear losses. Georgia fruit, by contrast, is praised for a good yield and delayed bloom due to cold statewide conditions.
Descalzi Gins and Co sue Descalzi Fruit Co of Pittsburg for 2909.50 plus back interest from deals between October 13 and December 11 1911. Claimant says a check for over 2800 was returned marked N S 2b signifying not sufficient funds. Pittsburg March 1. Wm. A. etc.
Florida strawberries moved slowly with heavier receipts and a dull market. On Monday 37 fresh refrigerators arrived as prices ranged per quart with Klondykes 40 40c, missionaries 35 5ic, Lady Thompsons 36 40c, Excelsiors 40c per quart.
Chicago March 1 The cabbage market rises as Wisconsin and eastern supplies dwindle. Dealers quote 43 to 45 dollars per ton f o b loading station with sales to out of town buyers. Cold weather delays southern crops, extending the tight supply and keeping the market firm. Estimated Wisconsin stocks below 15 cars, with the east shipping less.
Reports from New York on March 1 describe light receipts and mixed quality in the apple market. Baldwins and Greenings vary with average offerings around 2 to 2.76 dollars, better fruit up to 4 dollars, and boxed apples like Winesaps and Roman Beauties selling from 2.50 to 3.50 in a cautious market.
Chicago reports scarce equipment and limited movement amid tight potato supplies in Wisconsin Minnesota and North Dakota. Traders note slow shipments and unchanged prices with demand steady yet muted as rail congestion persists and early advances tighten market activity.
New Orleans reports home grown vegetables arriving freely with improving quality. Demand remains firm and prices hold. head lettuce scarce with limited fancy stock, escarole plentiful with strong demand, prices around 2.50 per barrel. Brich goods such as parsley beets carrots and greens show ample supply but prices advance due to nationwide demand. Carrot shipments rise and overall outlook favors steadier volumes as weather warms.
Onion movement drags on with Indiana yellows selling from 3.50 to 3.16, reds 3.25 to 2.50, and westerns offered near 0 to 1.25 for fanc y yellows. Operators say stocks are down versus last year and forecast an end to the western movement within a week as loaders report fair outside trade and ample orders expected to consume remaining supply.
Little change in barrel apples with steady prices for fancy varieties like Greenings and Kildwins. Demand remains fair but dealers expect little price rise next week as New York reports soft lemon market and large sellable boxes ahead. Oregon eggs see leadership change as Owen McCusker moves to Kansas City convention duties.
Fragmented ledger of markets and hearings across New York Minnesota and Philadelphia. Mentions meat and vegetable trades including cabbage onions potatoes and spinach. Notes on storage plants and market investigations plus weather and local notes.
A sprawling page outlines fruit and vegetable movements from California to New York, including apples in Cincinnati, onions in Rochester, citrus in Florida, and pear and grape notes. It mentions truck crops, butter output, ship movements to Kansas City, and market outlooks in the Ohio Valley and Sacramento area, with multiple towns and companies listed in brief market notes.
Apple shipments face delays and price pressure due to poor weather, war-related restrictions, and storage issues. Greenings spoil quickly, cold storage helps some areas, and evaporated apples show little change with prime at 8 to 10 cents. Upstate markets vary, with limited sales and persistent demand keeping prices volatile.
Hammond Ea March 1 growers report the strawberry crop remains promising with 15 to 20 percent more acreage than last season. Plants are in full bloom and favorable weather could yield a large, fine fruit crop. Harvest and marketing are expected to begin around March 20, with movement starting by March 25.
In Chicago during the week ending March 1, demand for strawberries remained strong as prices fell to run point. A liberal influx of freezers appeared, with over 50 units entering the market in two days. Berry quality was fair with some softness, prices quoted from 0 to 0.30 per quart depending on quality.
Thomas Seckel of Seckel and Kiernan sails to the west from Kansas City and New York on Tuesday. He will visit shipping interests and attend conventions in Kansas City and Rapids, hoping to meet many friends. He is noted as a good mixer and his firm is among the best in the New York market.
Crop reports from southern growing points list results for apples peaches melons cucumbers and truck crops. Notes mention United Fruit Co absorption and executives returning home plus various city market observations from Louisville New Orleans Nashville St Louis and Kansas City with egg and vegetable trends.
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