Fresh flower prices rise as production costs increase
The inflation affecting other goods drives higher flower prices as energy costs surge. Greenhouse heating natural gas labor and shipping push up costs, with carnations shipped from Colorado and growers citing energy as a factor in rising blooms prices. Retail prices vary, with carnations selling for about three dollars a dozen in some venues and ten dollars for delivered arrangements.
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Louise Cook
Associated Press
Gordon
Market tightens as florists face shipment spoilage and lasting roses
Wholesale and retail buyers often ship 700 to 1000 caration blooms by air for four extra cents per flower. Spoilage drives up costs and producers estimate losses may reach twenty five percent. Roses require precise timing and quick sale to avoid waste. Experts note prices may fall in smaller markets due to lower operating costs. Consumers can expect five to seven days of vase life with proper care.
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Denver
Gordon
Jim Krone
Roses, Inc
Krone
Catalogs reveal tasteful and troubling undergarments on display
An Erma Bombeck column notes department store catalogs desensitize shoppers with nearly nude underwear models. A second snippet from Cecily Brownstone provides a curry bean bake recipe, detailing beef, curry powder, steak sauce, beans, and tomatoes simmered 20 to 30 minutes.
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Cecily Brownstone
Associated Press
Barbara Herrin Engaged to Daniel Howrey from Herrin
Mr and Mrs John M Herrin announce the engagement of their daughter Barbara Ann Herrin to Daniel L Howrey son of Mr and Mrs Jack N Howrey of Hindsboro. Miss Herrin a Eastern Illinois University graduate and Chatham Elementary teacher. Howrey a Eastern Illinois University graduate and Illinois Capital Development Board personnel analyst. Summer wedding planned.
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John M. Herrin
Herrin
Barbara Ann
Daniel L. Howrey
Jack N. Howrey
Hindsboro
Miss Herrin
Eastern Illinois University
Herrin High School
Chatham
Howrey
Illinois Capital Development Board
Springfield
Oakland High School
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