Western New York Co op reorganizing cutting overhead
The Western New York Fruit Growers Co operative Packing Association enters reorganization effective Oct 1. The inspection service is dropped in favor of federal inspection with state co operation. Nelson R Peet resigns as general manager. W J Hall of Lockport becomes temporary head. George Miller will oversee locals as field man. Apple exports for the week and year show declines from last year amid crop shortfalls and rising overhead.
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New York
Fruit ‘Growers’ Co-operative Packing Association
Change in potatoes at Chicago markets drives mixed gains
Potatoes show a firmer tone in Chicago with active trading though arrivals stay heavy. White varieties rise modestly while Minnesota Michigan and Colorado shipments begin, signaling better stock later. Early polios move around 80 to 85 cwt and Irish Cobblers fetch 1.15 to 2. Utah Rural prices 1.60 to 1.70, Wisconsin awaiting three weeks of better weather for heavier soils.
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Chicago
Minnesota
Michigan
Colorado
Missouri
Kansas
Kentucky
New Jersey
Utah
Wisconsin
Fancy Sweet Cantaloupes Doing Well in New York
New York report shows real fancy melons selling at up to 4 per standard crate, most sales around 2.50. Rocky Ford and California Turlocks arrive in fair quantities with varying prices. Delaware Maryland and Jersey melons offerings weaken after rain, Nevada Hearts of Gold show mixed quality, and Rocky Ford Hearts of Gold crates fetch 1.25 to 1.75.
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New York
California
Texas
New Mexico
Arkansas
Imperial Valley
Itera
Delaware
Maryland
Jersey
Nevada
Hearts of Gold
Colorado
Rocky Ford
Better Market On Peaches in Chicago
Chicago September 5 The peach trade was active with high demand despite dull overall fruit. Illinois stock entered the market with strong grading and color, No 1 stock selling up to 3.50 per standard bushel basket, No 1 stock at 3.25 3.50, No 2 at 2.25 2.75. Colorado Elbertas brought 3.25 4 per bushel, California peaches in boxes moved mainly at 1.50 1.76.
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Illinois
Arkansas
Utah
Colorado
Ohio and Indiana Onions Now Moving
Kenton QO Sept 6 movement of onions from Ohio and Indiana districts is under way. By midweek 175 cars had left Scioto Marsh Ohio loading points with white and yellow onions field packed in 100 pound sacks. Buyers are slow to engage, few large sales. Early quotes range 1.75 to 1.90 per cwt FOB. Indiana and Ohio crops forecast about 6,800 cars, 3,000 from Scioto Marsh Ohio.
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Kenton
Ohio
Indiana
Scioto Marsh
Slump in Wenatchee district apple crop reduces yield
September estimates show a drop of 12 322 cars from July and a total decline of about 6 250 cars or 35 percent versus 1923. Apples are selling at 3 dollars for Delicious and around 1.25 to 1.70 for major varieties. Export contracts are reported heavy and shippers race to ship Jonathans early to Chicago and New York.
Jonathan Apples Bring 4 50 Barrel in Missouri
Marionville Missouri September 3 Not less than 75 percent of the Grimes and Jonathan apples in the Marionville district have been sold at prices averaging 4 50 per barrel delivered cars to cold storage here at picking time A large block of Yorks has been sold here also a large block of the same variety at Republic Missouri 16 miles from here About 20 cars of bulk Ben Davis have also been sold Quite a number of buyers have been here during the last few weeks and inquiries from buyers on the ground and also by mail have been far ahead of last year Growers are looking forward to a much better season than 2828 24 which was the worst season by far in years Late side worms will reduce the Pack here B R Coleman says he does not believe the pack will be over ee per cent of last year's Quite a lot of Delicious will be packed here in bushel baskets There have been any abundance of rain all year and apples should be of fine size
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Wenatchee
Wash
Coulee
Neppel
Grant County
Wanatchee
Omak
Okanogan
Rock Island
Monitor
Chicago
New York
Jonathan
Rome
Stayman
Spitzenberg
Marionville
Republic
Ben Davis
B. R. Coleman
Around 4800 Cars of Oranges Left in California
California citrus totals show not more than 4800 Valencia cars remaining for shipment. Daily shipments of 800 cars could finish the crop by late October. Week totals: Southern California 692 orange cars and 182 lemon cars. central and northern totals bring the grand seasonal shipment to 64,503 cars through Sept 2.
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Los Angeles
California
Central California
Central
Market Corp buys McKeesport site for new fruit market
The Market Corporation of Pittsburgh bought the Sixth avenue and Walnut street property for 65000. Old buildings will be razed and an up to date steel and brick market house will be built. Leo G. Altmayer is president A N Altmayer vice president and Sebastian Eger is general manager.
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McKeesport
The
Market Corporation of Pittsburgh
Sixth Avenue
Walnut Street
Leo G. Altmayer
A. N. Altmayer
Sebastian Eger
Grapes Receivers Hail Plan at Erie Yard Meeting
New York reports a meeting at J J Mantell’s Erie Railroad offices where grape receivers approved an approach to unload cars within 48 hours under railroad rulings. The committee led by Joseph Steinhardt backed distribution rules, favoring similar treatment whether sold privately or at auction and allowing receivers to handle buyers and distribution with limited unloading and switching charges.
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New York
J. J. Mantell
Erie Railroad
Joseph Steinhardt
Vincent de Squiliante
Mark Yeckes
Andrews Spades
Joseph Wilson
Joseph Bicker
Jeracy
Reed
Pecans Expected To Boom In Oklahoma This Fall
Oklahoma growers anticipate a bumper pecan crop this fall with wild pecans dominating the harvest and growing interest in paper shell varieties. Survey data show strong yields in Okemah area and across Okfuskee county. Peanuts noted in good condition across many growing regions and reports of large yields in Cleveland and Seminole county bottoms.
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Oklahoma
Veity
Okla
Oklahoma City
Okemah
Okfuskee County
Little River
Cleveland
Seminole Io Nation
Watermelons Rally Sparks Fancy Stock Prices
New York market reports hot weather boosting watermelon sales though South receipts fall and Delaware Virginia arrivals are fair. Large ripe Watsons traded around 500 to 640 per car, with many fall-sized melons 300 to 400. A cool spell later lowered prices by about 100 per car as movement slowed and stock piled.
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New York
Delaware
Virginia
Ohio Onion Growers Protest New U.S. Grades
Ohio Scioto marsh growers led by Willis W. Bowers of McGuffey protested the revised onion grades that took effect last July. They urged delaying certain provisions until January 1 and asked for a conference with Northern state growers and government officials to discuss objectionable features.
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Kenton
Ohio Scioto Marsh
Willis W. Bowers
McGuffey
United States’ Department of Agriculture
Unable to Locate Daniel Moresco in New York
Daniel Moresco, a fruit and vegetable jobber at 2046 First Avenue, has closed his shop and cannot be located. He reportedly owes the trade about $3,500, and it is understood he has had domestic troubles.
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Daniel Moresco
New York
First Avenue
The Produce Packer trade news notice
The Produce Packer is introduced as a separate weekly newspaper offering market and trade news for shippers and distributors of eggs poultry butter hides wool and furs. A free sample copy is available upon request.
Firm Market on Oranges in New York Under Good Demand
New York reports active demand for California Valencia oranges with prices steady to higher. Lemons from Sicily saw limited sales with no price change from the last sale. exporters and buyers moved forward on available stock amid strong activity. Prices for various fruit classes ranged widely, with notable firm bids on porty Rican pineapples and grapefruits as shipments moved through the market.
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New York
California
Best
J Fletcher Truax Dies After Illness in Philadelphia
J Fletcher Truax of Philadelphia longtime Chase and Co and Flacal Sales Agency representative died September 1 at his home 5412 Cedar Ave West Philadelphia. He was 61 or 62, had worked in shipping and selling perishables, and held duties with Philadelphia Produce Credit and Collection Bureau and Boosters. Funeral held Wednesday evening, interment Smyrna Del. Survived by his wife.
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Philadelphia
J. Fletcher Truax
Chase & Co
Jacksonville
Fla
Orlando
California Vegetable Union of
Los Angeles
Cedar Avenue
West
Truax
J. P. Moyer & Co
Mr. Truax
Boosters
Philadelphia Produce Credit and Collection Bureau
Sons of Delaware
Wharton
Jersey and Long Island Potatoes Sell Low In Markets
New York reports strong Jersey potato receipts and steady Long Island arrivals while Eastern Shore stocks remain modest and priced low. Prices vary from $1.25 to $2.75 per unit, with Jersey Cobblers aligning with Long Islands and top stock like Jersey Giants fetching $1.60 to $1.75. some poor stock dips to $1.0.
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New, York
Jersey
Long Island
Long Islands
Jersey Cobblers
Jersey Giants
New Jersey Peaches Move Freely in Regional Market
New Jersey and Elberta peaches dominate receipts this week with heavy rail and truck arrivals. Prices vary by variety from 50 cents to about 3.50 per basket or crate, with Elbertas and Hales among the most traded. Market activity fluctuates, merchandise moving faster for fancy sizes while poorer stock remains slow.
Liberal Cantaloupe Prices Reported In Chicago Market
Chicago market news notes cantaloupes in liberal supply from Indiana Michigan. Salmon tints from Turlock sold around 2.50 for standards and 1.25 to 1.35 on flats. Colorado salmon tints 3.25 to 3.75 standards and 1.25 to 1.35 flats. Nevada Hearts of Gold top at 3.75 to 4 on standards. Michigan Ogage Gems crates priced 0.75 to 2.25 depending on size. Hearts of Gold flats 1.25 and standards 2.50.
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Chicago
Indiana
Michigan
Pion
Colorado
New Mexico
Nevada
Apples in Chicago Move Well Across Markets
Chicago reports apples moving well with most fruit from Central and Southern Illinois Michigan and parts of Michigan. Prices reflect good grading and packing quality with windfalls discounted. No. 1 Maiden Blush from Michigan Illinois sold at 1 50 to 1 66 per standard bushel. Duchess and Wealthies 1 25 to 1 50. Wolfe Rivers 1 75 to 1 85. windfalls 40c to 1 per bushel. California Gravensteins ranged 2 50 to 3 25 for small and 3 50 to 4 for larger sizes.
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Chicago
Michigan
Illinois
Duchess
California
Sweet Potatoes Again Bringing High Prices
New York September 5 Virginia sweet potatoes showed a notable price rise this week with 20 cars moving Tuesday signaling the season’s start. Best Eastern Shore Virginia sweets sold at 6.50 to 7.25 per barrel, others 4.50 to 6. North Carolina arrivals ranged 4 to 7, Jersey yams in baskets 2.75 to 3, and North Carolina yams 6 to 6.50 per barrel.
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New York
Virginia
Eastern Shore
North Carolinas
Jersey
North Carolina
Breslau & Kiev of Binghampton File Bankruptcy Petition
Breslau and Kiev fruit and vegetable jobbers of Binghampton New York filed a voluntary bankruptcy petition listing liabilities of fourteen thousand four hundred sixty eight dollars and assets of two thousand three hundred seventy six dollars. They reportedly owe about five thousand dollars on the New York market. The Fruit and Produce Trade Association did not recommend credit for them. Several creditors threaten criminal prosecution this week after heavy buying prior to failure.
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New York
Breslau
Kiev
Binghampton
N. Y
Packer
Ward W. Smith
Fruit and Produce Trade Association
Colorado lettuce crop to be shorter than last year
The Colorado iceberg and Mountain lettuce seasons show a shrink vs previous estimates. Early crops were hit by very unfavorable weather, with about 200 cars shipped and roughly 700 more to be sent, as September peaks with heavy daily movements. Quality varies by region but expected to improve. cabbage, celery, and tomatoes follow similar patterns amid heat and rainfall shortages.
Fruit and Vegetables Market Report for Los Angeles
Los Angeles market activity was fairly active with supplies abundant. Prices rose for peaches while most vegetables held steady. apples Gravensteins and Jonathans sold $2.50 to $2.65 per 4/5 tier, stockton Burbank potatoes at $2.25 per cwt, onions at $2.50, avocados 55 to 65 cents per pound, beans 6 to 12 cents per pound, cabbage 3 to 4 cents per pound, cantaloupes 40 cents per crate, and oranges at $3 to $6.25 per crate or box.
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Los Angeles
Ica
Stockton Burbank
Idaho
Utah
Stockton
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Western New York Co-Op
Nelson R. Peet
W. J. Hall
Lockport
Rochester
New York Fruit Growera’ Co-operative Packing Association
Shipping Sang
State Department of Farms and Markets
B. D. van Buren
Albany
Department of Farms and Markets
H. S. Duncan
Wallington
Ant Ctors
Grove
Fordad
George Miller
Albion
W. J. Hail
L. E. Waters
Federated Fruit and Vegetable Growers
G. I. Blades
Federated
Apple
United States
Canada
International
Apple Shippers’ Association
Carlot
Wenatchee District
Delicious
Rome ‘Beauty
Grimes
Jonathans
Calif
New Jersey Yard
Eceivers
Erie Railway
U.S
Sicily
Verdelli
iThursday
Mnaold
Rforicak
Elbertas
Carolinas
Virginias
Hales
Jervey Elbertas
Belles
Hileys
Champions
Virginia Hales
Breslau & Kiev
Binghampton,n. Y
Holland
Denver
Lan
Mountain Colu
Tooberg
Greeley
Brighton
Tlery
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