Demand for Vegetables Dims in Mild Chicago Weather
In Chicago markets this week demand for ready vegetables eased under milder weather. Dealers report weaker cooler stocks and variable receipts with lettuce faring poorly while greens and other items move slowly. Michigan plants show some activity but overall outlook remains soft as quality concerns persist.
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Active trade reports in Chicago describe steady receipts and improving demand for berries and fruit. Dealers expect higher prices this week as supplies remain ample and buyers show cautious interest, with several visitors listed from New York Philadelphia Milwaukee and other cities.
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Probing. Woods Co. Gossip on Parted By Hits Work
Rumors swirl about Woods Co with no new developments this week in the OH plant affairs. Attorneys Byrnes and Harding discuss the firm’s finances, potential court actions, creditors’ leverage, and possible return of funds to the Chicago corporation amid ongoing investigation.
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Butter Seized In Illinois Store Raid
A garbled report notes a butter seizure at a city store operated by A. Booth & Co. The incident occurred in Chicago with authorities uncovering substantial quantities stored in a warehouse. Details are unclear but the seizure involved a large consignment and is connected to a federal or city notice filed days earlier.
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Inconsistent Market Pitch for Western Fruit Prices
A noisy sales note touts prompt AM order fulfillment and wide distribution. The text pushes prices and sample orders for a western fruit, hinting at a courier-style complaint and urging buyers to request pricing details.
Landis Cracks Down on Moonshiners as Sentences Spread
A government crackdown leads to multiple moonshine cases with stiff penalties. One man receives six years in prison and a $13,000 fine, another four years and a $5,000 fine, while several clerks are jailed amid conflicting statements. Local investigations tie several suspects to illicit operations, signaling a tough stance against bootlegging.
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Potatoes Market Notes From Chicago March Headlines
Potato imation remains weak for table stock with scarce demand and light receipts. Prices vary by region and are lower on some shipments tied to favorable rail movement while seed potato orders grow for the Midwest and Southwest. Apples trading continues active with firm prices for both barrel and box stock as Winesaps lead gains in Chicago markets.
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West Water Street Address Change In Chicago
Chicago announces a new numbering system starting April 1 affecting downtown streets. South Water Street west of State becomes West South Water, likely renaming to West Water Street. The Packer office at 2 and 4 South Clark will become 240 to 244 North Clark, as north and south numbers start at Madison. The changes aim to simplify mail delivery and standardize downtown addresses.
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Oranges brisk as strawberries arrive at Indianapolis market
In Indianapolis market trading on March 9 oranges move briskly while the first full load of strawberries arrives from Louisiana. Pineapples and grapefruit are steady. demand for potatoes remains weak. Sweet potatoes, cabbage, rhubarb and greens show varied prices amid a weather slump. onion sets and beets also noted with limited demand.
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