Canned Corn Quality Tied to Maturity and Handling
The article explains that canned corn quality hinges on proper harvest timing and rapid processing. It cites U.S. Department of Agriculture studies showing optimal sweetness and tenderness around 15 to 25 days after silking, with a six to seven day window for first quality. It discusses field practices, mechanized husking and canning, and the need for prompt field-to-can transfer to preserve flavor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abel Martin
Mark Twain
Irvin Cobb
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Bureau of Plant Industry
Arlington Experiment Station
Potomac
Washington
Bureau
Agricultural Department
Monsoon Pears and Batavia Canned Goods Advertised
An ad lists Telereye Monsoon Pears in No 2 1 2 size and large cans, Batavia Peas in No 2 cans, and Batavia Spinach in 2 lb cans. The text shows garbled prints but these items are clearly canned produce offerings.
Piggly Wiggly Ad Promotes Cleanliness and Deals
An old advertisement highlights spotless Piggly Wiggly stores from doors to drains. It lists prices on groceries and household items including butter, produce, flour, coffee, eggs, and canned goods, with many lines unreadable or garbled. The piece reflects the era’s optimistic marketing voice and abundance in weekly offers.
Thompson and McCaskle Convicted of DUI in City Court
W A Thompson and Dewey McCaskle were sentenced by Judge Charles Schulze for driving under the influence. Thompson granted an appeal. Both men and Reed Hester faced fines for intoxication and disorderly conduct. Additional fines were levied against Hester and H L Jarnagan for traffic violations. An unrelated note mentions a gray ash residue weighing about 1 pound.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Thompson
Dewey McCaskle
Charles Schulze
Thompson
MecCaskle
Jack Reed
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Specia Io
Telereye
Durkee
Campbell’s Pork & Beans
Batavia
Feyeyerer
Qeye
Neiefere
Walker Bros. Grocery Company, Ltd
Canteloupes
Rockyfords
Libby
Rosedale
Texaco
Roselawn Dairy
Wallace Reducing Bread
America
Proctor & Gamble
Bermuda
Richelieu
Giroceries
Ist
K. C. Meats
Pry Ae el Pre
DE Siard ST
Gresham
Southern Grocer CO. Ltd
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