The weekly clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1863-1882, 1878-07-31

ing our fruits fresh froal the tree and vine.
and laying them down in Chicago the Sec
ond morning after shipping them.
As to rates, am satisfied they viii make
them as low as we could reasonably ex-
pect, considering the long distance
l am fully satisfied it is better to have
quick time and pay full rates. than slow
time and psy low rates. With quick time
aud choice fruits in choice order, we rarely
tail to obtain remunerative prices.
We must not expect The railroad to trans
port our common fruits and vegetables on
quick time to so great distance at rates to
make them pay; neither can we afford to
have our choice selections bee 5ne stale from
slow time. Hence l say, let US hold for
quick time; send only choice selections and
be willing to pay liberal rates. II we can
get the strong point-quick transit-we
must not be too ex&cting about rates.
As preliminary to this proposed confer
ence, it will be necessary for the Fruit
Growers Association, al Crystal Springs, at
as early day as practicable, to hold con-
ference to give an official answer to the
railroad authorities as to acceptance and
the time and place of holding said confer
ence. Also confer among ourselves that we
may shape our ideas aud wants in definite
and intelligent manner. aggGegating Ourin-
interests and uniting and consolidating our
strength.
In no other way can we expect to make
ourselves felt with business, monied cor
poration, that regards aggregate interests
and not local or individual.
l would suggest an additional item for
r. DSf1 RI, -.
holding, at some central point, an annual ex-
hibition for her fruits, vegetables, flowers,
plants, etc.
Such exhibition would bring growers to-
gether, where they would become better ac-
quaintad with each other-would inter-
change views and con ,ider all matters OF
interest in their business. 1t would benefit
all socially, and beget a wholesome stimu
lus TO grow the finest selections, and put
them in the best shape, and in numerous
ways benefit our people and improve the
quality and classification of their produc-
lions.
While all the other States are going for
ward with such enterprises, shall Mississip
pi have nothing of public and common in
terest? Shall it be said of her that she is
wanting in public spirit, and too poor to
have anything for public enjoyment and
improvement? And shall it be said, espe
cally OF her fruit and vegetable growers,
that there are no common points of sympa-
thy, improvements and profits?
For several seasons l nave attended the
exhibitions of the Fruit Growers AssOcia-
ton in New Orleans, and have noted with
much interest aud pleasure from year to
year the increased number of articles and
attendance. From very small and iHsg-
niticant affair it is beginning to assume
large proportions, and be of great interest.
Especially is this true in regard to the La
dies Department, where were brought to-
gether in most creditable amounts and great
variety the rarest flowers, shrubs plants, etc,
all named, classified and tastefully arranged.
Ii the officers and gentlemen of this Associ-
alton will do their duty as fully and faith
fully as the ladies, their exhibition will soon
rank high, and prave a source of enjoyment
improvement and profit to the people.
III. E. MCKAY.
MADISON STA, Miss, July 22d, 1873.