Government urges anti trust case against International Harvester
The federal trade commission recommends reopening the anti trust suit against the International Harvester company and initiating judicial proceedings against farm implement associations in Washington. It cites a 73 percent price rise from 1914 to 1918 driven by manufacturers and dealers and accuses national and regional groups of price agreements and cooperation to maintain prices postwar.
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International Harvester Company
Federal Trade Commission
Senate
Marshall
National Implement and Vehicle Association
Southern Association of Wagon Manufacturers
Carriage Builders National Association
National Federation of Implement and Vehicle Deal 1S
Eastern Federation of Farm Implement Dealers
International Harves
Ter Company
Supreme Court
National Implement & Vehicle’ Association
Carriage Builders’ National Association
International Harvester Com
Bowser Attends Dealers Meet in Des Moines
A. E. Bowser reported from Des Moines where the twenty-fifth annual Iowa Implement Dealers' association convention drew over 1,000 dealers and farmers. The four day event featured a record tractor and implement exhibit, and dealers urged price reductions to align with lower farm product values while stressing better service to the agricultural community.
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A. E. Bowser
Iowa Implement Dealers’ Association
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Bowser
Vanilla Caps Economic Value Among Orchids
Vanilla is the sole orchid with notable economic value, standing out from its diverse family. The statement highlights its unique market importance and potential impact on related industries.
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