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r 12 .THC'iOI!rGOxfSTATCSAN,jSALE'-OREGOK FRIDAY MORNING,- DECEMBER 12, 1924 VLIT FRUITS MS I'SiiiLOfiiu-wiiy Report of Horticultural Com . mittee of Agricultural i s Economic Conference (Following la the report "of the horticultural committee of - the late Polk county agricultural eco nomic conference, held at Dallas. A part of this report was printed in The Statesman of last Sunday, and by: mistake, under a. heading that was intended for the article n-'Back Tard Horticulture : ") A program. for the balancing and development : of the horticul tural production of Polk county must be based upon not only what we' can grow to . advantage, but wiat we can market to advantage aa wellt Only those varieties of tree and; small fruits, nuts and vegetables, which are particularly adapted to. our soils and climatic conditions, are to. be included. Oct fruit, nut and vegetable plant ings, must be planted in the loca tion and upon the soils within the county suited for their production. They must be. planted- in large enough units for economic produc tion. Existing plantings unfortun ately located such as prune or cLmrds upon, shallow or poorly drained soils, can be pulled at o-ce to the .financial , advantage of the grower, sua well as tb good of the industry, . Indications are tLt certain crops, such, as prunes, apples, loganberries, etc.,. are. al ready overplanted in the county, wtile there are others Such as red rtpberrtes.; evergreen .V blackber ries. Bartlett pears! nuts and some of 'the canning: vegetables, which will stand reasonable expansion, Va must produce those things our markets demand, . in -the propor tions demanded, j 'Prunes ; :" .V J The dried prune production of the United States for 1922 was something less than three hundred million pounds, California produc ing two hundred and twenty-five million, Oregon fifty million, and Washington .approximately twelve million pounds. The total pro duction of these three coast states will easily reach i the four-hundred-million pound mark inside of five years; . while , that of the Northwest alone can be expected to. reach the. one-hundred-million-poand mark. The Pacific coast states, have a monopoly upon the dried prune production of . the United States. The total prune production is sufficient to feed the American population at the pres ent consumption rate of one and one-half pounds per person, with one hundred and thirty-five mil lion pounds remaining for export trade. When the four-hundred-mil lion-pound production . is reached In thT next five years, unless we Increase the average consumption of the American consumer, we shall have over two hundred and twenty-six million pounds for ex port. . : . The prune Industry in Polk county has , developed from 67 acres in 1889 to the present acrea ge' of 11,039 acres. The ten to twelve cents received for prunes in 1889 was responsible for the first heavy planting, the acreage reaching 1.14& in 1899. The dropping of , prices to two and three' cents prevented any rapid Increase during the next ten years the 1909 acreage standing at 1214. The six cents received In that year, and the , other good prices during the; following years, reaching -as high as twenty cents in. 1919, was responsible for the additional new plantings. . The total platings - reached 5,181 in 1919, and 11,039 at the present time (1924.) ; , - The probable value of a repres entative acre of bearing prunes, with the necessary buildings and equipment, is 1625.00. The aver age production of dried prunes is not greater than 1,500 pounds TV MnaiS: 1Q li. ; CI T ' li M- Borate which are secured by Salem income prop erty, and producing Willamette .Valley farms, yield 6 return. They offer the best security! and have a non-fluctuating resale market. These are the three important factors of an investment; : TKe mortgages securing these Bonds are held . in Trust by the First National Bank of Salem. The Bonds! are in denominations pf ?100 -or; multiples ; thereof. : -'. " - j f- Write . or phone for, our. circular giving full : in-. formation regarding this investment offer. . Reference any barilr in Salem -Ehwldns- & RohsrtSj Inc. i n, .. .. r ' - ' 1 , - - , ,203.Orespir Bu.ndin Salem, Oregon RELIABLE MERCHANDISE SilkJUmbrcIIssr Ladies', Linen Pretty colors, nice 'handles Kerchiefs The new stubs at : Pretty colored borders en Worth 35c ' vlJ.50 Special 15c w j The best for wear CS0vC5.0Qyi S7.501 $2.50 Pair Sil!t Hdsicry-atl; 51.25 ahd51.S0 per pair Linen Guest Towels COcandSDc . Fine Linen Towels $1.45, $1.25, 01.15 Fino Table Lmen,iyard:Q2.50 Vr ; Linen Lunch Cloths 36x36 1.25 45x45 . : 52.00 Linen Gaest Toweling 7 ' Very, Fine Yd;E5cp75c Dresser Scarfs 65c, 75c, 51 $1.25 I Felt SEppsrs. - Good Grade Pretty Colors; I Special Lot Ladies Slippers at 5 1 45 lien's Felt Slippers Variety of Colors .Good Quality - C1.45 to 52.25 Indian Moccassins 1 All Leather. Padded "Soles Fancy Trim. Men's ....$2.75 Women's and Boys $2.50 ' Hcd'sjovcrcoais, all wool and pretty patterns. - Big as 1 sortment, consigned ; to us, at 'low prices for quick sale f cr srscial holiday sale.';' " '" ': ? v -" . : - f ;- , r, 10 -AUD ?243 GOr.ir.lERCIAC STREET per acre. The cost of produc tion is at least seven cents per pound. The average price to the grower will be close to this same seven cents. For this reason, orch ards averaging less than this 1500 pounds yield, , which, cannot be economically made to produce this amount, are better oft removed. No new acreage should be plant ed, excepting to fill out economic units, until consumption has at least caught up with , production, and prices have reached a higher level. When new plantings are made. they should be on deep, well drained soils suitable for prune production. Cultural methods should be Im proved to , increase the .average sire- of our prunes. Good cultural practices and proper selection, will reduce the amount of small prunes, but will not eliminate them. Under the most favorable conditions we will nave several million pounds of small prunes. ; These small prunes contain much food value and have cost as much to produce as the larger sizes, but sold on the mar ket bring, in many cases, less than packing and selling costs to say nothing of cost of production, i Al so the very fact that these small prunes do sell for a low price has a tendency to reduce the amount received for. the larger sizes, as well as reducing the amount of the -more profitable sizes sold. ' It is suggested that these small prunes could be used as a by-pro duct in such, a way, as to con serve the food value,, and at the same time remove them from com petition with the larger sizes. To that end' we recommend that the prune growers adopt some method to finance research, work for f ind- ng some use for small prunes as a by-product, and that the chair man, appoint a committee to work with a like committee of other prune growing districts to carry out the Intent of this recommen dation. Reducing Somber of Commercial Prune Grades ; Oregon prunes are now, graded as to size, into 11 distinct commer cial grades. Two distinct types of prunes being grown, doubles this number. Then., at times old and new crop of prunes of. each size and time are sold at the same time, and in addition each type and size is packed under a number of distinctive brand names. This untold multiplicity of sizes, grades, brands, and qualities is, to say the least a confusion to the consumer and the trade, not justified by sound business methods, and not conducive to the largest possible consumption of our prunes. In the opinion of your committee this large number of sizes is unneces sary. Perhaps no other commodi ty of as near uniform edible qual ity, is marketed under so many distinct, though sometimes infin itesimably different sizes. It is apparent that to merchan dise the successively smaller sizes. a SUBSTANTIAL difference in price is necessary between each different grade. By making ten successive SUBSTANTIAti reduc tions, it is evident that an abnor mally' low price must be in effect on medium and smaller sized prunes, to : move them. ; To most consumers such an enormous re duction in price immediately sug gest an even greater difference in quality, cleanliness or edibility of the smaller prune.-: This psychol ogy of the consumer's mind still further depresses the price of the smaller sizes to a ruinous price to the grower. Then, the smaller sizes being by these processes re duced to such a ridiculously low plane, the consumer as well as the trade naturally wonders why the larger sizes are so high while other prunes apparently just as large or at best only infinitesmally smaller, are ' so much, cheaper. This feeling naturally depresses the price of the large prunes also. In this way useless multiplicity of sizes creates a trade and consumer resistance to prices of BOTH large and small prunes. In the same , retail store may be seen a difference of 10 or -12 cents per pound, or even more, in the price of prunes grown on the same tree in this county. It is quite appar ent that the grower is not get ting 12 cents per pound more for the large prune than the small ones, and it is quite evident that most of the increase in price is taken somewhere down the line by the ' middlemen, and is not to the interests of either grower or consumer. " It is the opinion of your com mittee that the number of com mercial sizes of prunes be reduced from 11 to not exceed 4, by way of Illustration to be named as fol lows: SMALL. MEDIUM, LARGE, EXTRA LARGE. To this end we recommend suitable legislation directing-,he state board of hort iculture or other suitable agency to meet annually at some suitable time before packing begins and after investigations, prescribe the number of prunes to the pound for each of such grades for that season's crop. Said act . should direct such board to make such standardization annually after due investigation and survey so that in the judgment of the board, as nearly as possible -of that sea son's crop be graded as EXTRA LARGE, of that season's crop be graded as LARGE, of that season's crop be graded as MEDIUM, of that season's crop , be graded as SMALL, said percentages to be definitely fixed by the act, and fixing penalties for branding packages with the above grade names that have more prunes to the pound than pre scribed by the order of said board. Dried prunes water content should be standardized. Cherries The cherry acreage in Polk county Is about 1000. The aver age production probably Is 1500 pounds. The approximate value, of an acre of a bearing cherry or chard is around $650. The cost of production not less than 7 V cents. : No increased planting of Royal Anns is recommended at present. Bings and Lamberts should not be planted unless their fresh ship ping qualities are proven. Efforts to increase the yields of existing plantings by better cul tural methods, adequate pollena tion and more thorough insect and disease control is urged. No cherries should a be - permitted to be shipped out of the state j in their fresh state . unless sprayed for the cherry maggot and sjtate Inspected before shipping. . ; : Pears - . -' -, - Polk county grows very ew pears.: Her 250 acres produced 20,000 bushels In 1923. This av erage yield of only 80 bushels is away below a profitable one., It should at least be increased 50. Hundreds of tons of Bartletts are shipped into Salem and other Polk county markets annually. I Well grown Bartlett- pears in- this county' are superior to most and equal to any for canning purposes. For that reason, the acreage of Bartletts in Polk county should be increased. ' Winter varieties, such as Anjou. Bosc and Winter Nellis can be satisfactorily grown and may be advantageously planted if planted in large enough blocks to insure car lot quantities for, shipping. Apples Polk county's 1600 acres of ap ples produce about 95,000 bushels annually. An average production of only 60 bushels per acre. The cost of , producing and equipping an acre of apples is at least $650. The cost of producing a box of ap ples is something over 91. i For these ' reasons, orchards which cannot be economically made to produce an average pro duction of 150 boxes per acre should be removed. No new plantings should, be made, except to fill out an econ omic unit. Yellow Newtons, Gravenstelns, Grimes Golden, Winter Bananas and Kings are suitable varieties for this county.V ( Nuts Moderate plantings of walnuts and filberts is advisable in this county. ' ; Plantings should be made upon deep, well drained lands only; frost free locations are necessary for walnuts, ' , ' ! ; Plantings should be made from most satisfactory varieties: ; Franquette Walnuts and Bar celona Filberts. t ; Walnuts should be grafted to root stocks of northern California black walnuts. Eleven to 16 of filbert plant ings should be pollenlzers. 1 i Uniform grades should be es tablished and ' enforced. Marketing should be through : a central agency, devoted exclu sively to marketing nuts. Small Fruits . -I About 650 acres of small fruits are produced In Polk county. Red WE PAY CASH FOR YOUR FURNITURE AND TOOLS Capital ; Hardware & Furniture , Co. j ' Best Prices Paid t 2SS Nw Com'l St. Phone 847 f lIiMpI CHANGE TO ZEEDLENE WINZE& LUBRICANTS Many oils won 't pump when the temperature drops to Zero. Zerolene winter lubricants Will ) They giveyou safe lubrication continuously all winter long, prevent crankcase dilution, save batteries, releasej power, protect the engine! , The Zerolene Correct Lubri cation Chart will tell you the right oil to use in your car for winter driving. Head for the Zerolene sign at your dealer's, at garages or Standard Oil Service Stations and make the change to winter lubrication today! ' STANDARD OIL COMPANY (California) raspberries, evergreen blackber ries, black cap raspberries,' straw berries, loganberries,' gooseberries and currants can be economically grown in the county. Red raspberries, evergreen blackberries, black, cap raspber ries and canning strawberries may be safely planted as the demand far exceeds the supply. Goose berries, currants and loganberries should not be increased at the present time. All efforts should be made to produce a larger yield ' of !, these fruits by better cultural methods. Special efforts should ' be made to - secure stock for planting free of all diseases and insect pests. (Signed) I H. McBEE, : L. W. PLUMMER, - H. M. WEBB. F. E. EWING, MAX GEHLHAR, 1 Ri W. HOGG, i T. J. AL-SIP, A. G. REM PEL, : W. M. ELUIOTT, J. M. POWELL. ; - RESOLVED, That this body fa vor the organization of prune growers for the following purpos es: , ' (a) To establish a. uni form grade and pack. (b) To establish a uni form trade mark. (c) To advertise the pro duct effectively. (d) To support the cen tral sales agency, which will market all prunes of existing organizations and other or ganizations to be formed. ' That we favor the organiza tion of new cooperative units, in districts where they are now un organized, with the view to af filiate with the existing organi zations in the establishment of a central selling agency, covering the entire Northwest. NOTE : This resolution Was read by Mr. Erring and unanimous ly adopted by the Conference as an amendment to the Report of the Hortocultural Committee, j , FOODSTUFF COSTS Fi SE Gain of From 5 to 35 Per Cent Shown in Contracts . I Awarded By Board Cost of foodstuffs for the var ious state institutions varies from 5 to 35 per cent over prices paid for the last six months of this year, according to contracts let by the state board of control. Thurs day, ' 'cove4ag the necessities for the firsrWx months of 1925. The bids i are opened twice each year, on December 10 and on June 10 Only two decreases In prices are noted, in cut meats and hams. Crackers remain the same. - Staple " articles covered by the awards, and the ; comparative prices for December 10 and June 10 are as follows: ! S. W. Beans, $.615 against $1.05; crackers 1.109; pink beans, $.06 against $.05; cheese, , $.25 against $.24 M ; coffee. $.33 against $.224; ba con, $.215 against $.15; hanr; $.205 against $.22V4 ; fresh beef, $.787 against $.078; mutton, $10.75 against $7.50 per cwt; cut meats. $1.7 against $.20; pork shoulders, ' $1.22 against $.10; hard wheat flour, $7.80 against $5.24: cane sugar, $7.07' against $7.05;. bran, $27 against $26.50 per ton; shorts, $38.30 against $28.50 per ton; lard, $.15 Va against $.10. Lutheran Home Seekers Are Preparing to Move SILVERTON, Dec, 12. (Special to The Statesman.)-The Luthe ran llomeseekers' i agency, of which' A. O. Nelson and Carl A. Benson are In charge, is preparir.3 to move its offices to the Jack building on North Water street. The north half of this is now be ing remodeled to suit the needs of the agency. A public writing room and three offices are being fitted up. Mr, Nelson and Mr. Benson expect to move from their present location over the J. C. Penney store to their new location before Dec 22. Youtfr Wants Information . But Takes No Chances .Many letters are received every day by the Salem Chamber of Commerce from children in the east, requesting literature on the Industrial life of the city. The Inquiries- are answered with the "Trail 'Em to Salem" literature. One lad, : however, played safe when he sent his letter from New ; Jemey. It is as follows: - "Dear Sir: Without obligation on my part please send me at your earliest convenience full informa tion and booklets regarding the industrials and manufactories of your city, for school use. Any-;' thing you may be able to send ' will- be greatly appreciated." Northwestern and SERYTTJE THAT SATISFIES !." at in 11 Z LV::.;.i;:. - - ; , . : i - rr I . t ' ' ' . : . " - - . ; -: - f V t - ' Bkkg Room Mfe A Special Pi?ice This seven-piece walnut suite consists of a 42x54 inch bow end table of Queen Anne per iod with four walnut chairs upholstered in blue genuine leather. A suite that will add a touch of refinement to any home and it is specially priced $66.50 An eight-piece suite of selected walnut consisting of a 54-inch table, a 60-inch buffet ,with silver tray . in drawer, six high back diners to match. This suite sells regularly at $194. We have just three to sell at the special price of $137.50 i Another special of marked prominence is an eight-piece suite of two tone walnut. An exceptionally well finished 42x48 inch table, a 45-inch buffet and six chairs upholstered in blue leather. $125 j A massive suite is this Hepple white of wal nut consisting of a 60-inch buffet with mir ror, silver drawer with . tray, small linen drawer, two cupboard spaces and a long linen drawer, five straight and an arm chair. The table is 54-inch and like the other pieces is faultlessly flnished.v Itegular price $210. Special $148.50 The Big Special of the Year An opportunity knocked at our door and we took it In. A manufacturer had nine dining suites but theyshad no buffets to match. ,He offered to discount the price of the tables and chairs 50 per cent if we would buy the nine suites. We pass the saving on to you not in cheap, sale furniture but high grade inlaid walnut with carved decorations.- The suites are more fully described below. - V;' SI These beautiful seven-piece suites are made "of all selected walnut In Italian design, the chairs are upholstered in velour or tapestry and there is a choice of two tables 42x54 inch and 45x60 inch. There are five straight chairs and an arm chair to match. Special price ' . " ' - ,' $95 Note: Please remember there-are just nine suites to sell at this price. Easy Terms This dining furniture, like everything else In the store, can be bought on easy terms without incurring any additional expense. No Interest, no tax, no strings of any kind; $10 down and a little each week or month buys $100 worth of furniture. . - : 1 1 - p;mfE Kg iXl VJlsy, fO 377 ; COURT ST : No Interest We will Accept Your Old Furniture as Part Payment On Nc i i i