Malcolm Brock a Bakersfield business icon in adversity
The article chronicles Malcolm Brock a California merchant who rebuilt after the 1906 quake and 1919 Bakersfield fire. It details his Alaska ventures his Hockheimer store purchase in 1922 and expansion plans to a 100000 square foot three story Valley store, plus civic roles and a Hawaii trip with family.
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Farm Bureau backs Benson plan cutting budget by seventy million
The American Farm Bureau Federation approves Secretary of Agriculture Benson plan. Budget trimmed by about 70 million dollars while funds for farm research Foreign Agricultural Service and Cooperative Extension Service rise. Proponents say boosts key farm programs to tackle issues.
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American Farm Bureau
Benson
American Farm Bureau Federation
Bension
Foreign Agricultural Service
Cooperative Extension Service
Cotton Market Features Narrow Range in Late May Week
The Cotton Market from May 26 to June 1 showed little movement with July highs near 33.79 and 33.56 by June 1. December traded between 33.42 and 33.82 as July dominated due to large certificated stock and fears of March and May contracts tendering. The Department of Agriculture announced a loan on Middling 15/16 at 32.70, with California conversions around 33.30 to 33.95 for various grades. May 15 parity was 34.10, down 12 points from the prior month. Weather across the South and East was generally favorable, though some fields remain too wet for planting and replanting is necessary.
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Dept. of Agriculture
California
Coachella Valley Grape Acreage Increases Ahead of Season
Coachella Valley grape packers forecast shipping 1 200 000 boxes of Thompson seedless this season starting in early June. Shippers urge growers cooperation in a promotion and advertising program costing about a fraction of a cent per box. An additional 1000 acres of Thompson vines spurred pre season marketing efforts.
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Plant Growth Hindered by Cold Weather Across Regions
Cold conditions curb cultivation as crop growth stalls in California. Forecasters warn another week of cool temperatures could push the crop into a serious condition, with pests and infestations adding to the risk in several areas.
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