Freeze Damages Fruits in Western Michigan
Western Michigan orchards suffered some frost damage as temperatures dropped below freezing for two nights. In Hart Oceana county the sweet and early cherry crop is about one fourth killed, with severe damage in certain blocks. Grand Rapids area fruit had mostly moved past bloom. expectations were uncertain due to lingering cold. South of Grand Rapids reports suggested little damage. The piece also includes unrelated local humor and an ad note.
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South Water Street Removal Company eyes new Chicago market
Chicago May 23 The South Water Street Removal Company and its officers and directors weigh nine possible wholesale fruit and produce market sites. Bonds voted next month could spur a new home within a year, with a likely layout of about 200 stores plus central offices and space for brokers and the Produce Club. West Randolph street site is ruled out, and a strong division exists among current South Water Street interests and large dealers considering a railroad terminal alternative.
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South Water Street, Removal Company, Inc
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Strawberries Move Well on the Chisago Market
Receipts in Chicago during May 23 showed moderate strawberry movement improving with warmer weather. Quality was strong with few inferior stocks. Tennessee Klondykes sold at 3 to 3.25 per 24-quart case, Arkansas fancy Klondykes at 3 to 3.25, Louisiana 24-pint cases at 2 to 2.75, Mississippi 24-pint cages 1.50 to 1.75, Illinois fancy Klondykes 3 to 3.75 per 24-quart case, Illinois Dunlaps 3, Alabama berries and Mississippi quarts noted, red raspberries increased with ordinary demand, California 12-pint trays 2 to 2.50.
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Klondykes
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California
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Iowa
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Texas
Mississippi
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Florida
St. Louis
Indiana
Postal Telegraph men visit Chicago fruit trade leaders
Chicago May 23 The Postal Telegraph Cable Co of San Francisco sent L J Miller and M J Wolinsky California district representative to Chicago to study the perishable fruit and produce trade. They toured central and eastern markets a month and consulted with M B & Greben Postal manager overseeing South Water Street.
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L. J. Miller
Postal Telegraph Cable Company
San Francisco
M. J. Wolinsky
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B&b
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South Water Street
New York City
Chicago Market Weathers Unseasonable Weather in Fresh Vegetables
Fresh vegetable arrivals in Chicago during the week exceeded market absorption, driving price reductions on many items. Cool early week weather slowed movement, with asparagus in demand but supplies rising. artichokes and beets showed softer prices, while cauliflower, broccoli, cucumbers, and peas traded firmer or steadier amid steady to improving demand. Prices varied by region and pack, California stock featured prominently, and Idaho Indiana stocks appeared in multiple crate and barrel formats.
Market notes on produce prices and a city alleyway quip
The report lists prices for corn at 3 to 3.25 per bushel and varying bean prices from Louisiana and Mississippi suppliers. Tomatoes show improved demand for fancy gorda though many arrivals are green or inferior. Florida fancy and choice carriers sell at 4 and 3 respectively, with Mexican stock and Texas flats priced from 1.50 to 2. Repacked six basket carriers fetch 7 for fancy and 6 for choice. A side anecdote in City Hall Park contrasts a tourist with a native American in a brief exchange.
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Florida
Texas
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