The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1891-05-10

thor way into our market. and these points
find no superior outlet for their products than
that afforded here. The demand is ALWAYS
active and prices arc invariably maintained.
In addition 10 the Western shipments TO this
point, large quantities Of grain and hay are
shipped here for distribution which are
raised within the limits of this State and upon
the fertile fields of the States adjoining.
4 glance at tho figures furnished by the
Richmond Grain and Cotton Exchange suf
fees TO show the large increase of receipts
here during the past year. and also indicates
very satisfactory margin over the receipts
fOr 1882
Receipts Of grain for 1890. 1897, ss4 bushels.
Receipts OF -four for 1890 $50, 1898 barrels
Increase of grain over preceding year, l.245,-
02G bushels
Increase Of -four over preceding year, 1OS,-
7l6 barrels.
This IN itself is positive and conclusive
proof of the Advancement that is constantly
being made in this trade. and 1891 will mark a
still further increase than Is above shown.
Combined with the sale of grain, hay, flour.
&c. there is a large business done here in the
dIspomtion OF seeds timothy clover and
grass seeds coming in for the bulk of the ship
mcuts. Corn meal enters also largely into
tLeitcms for distribution.
SIMPSON, BASS co.
As long ago as 1867 the above firm was iden-
tilted here in this line of trade and have since
continued IN Its pursuit. They have gained
the reputation of a leading house in this line
and hayo annually added 70 their widely eX-
tending business. Personally they are men
of high business qualifications, are honorable
In their methods, and as a firm deserve the
prosperity which they enjoy.
BAYLOR, GREEN 4 co.
Another avenue Of distribution for enormous
quantities of these products is TO be found
in the above concern. For many years they
have controlled large trade. and have been
uniformly successful III their business. They
are first-cass business men. young energetic
and reliable, and have annually seen their
trade multiply and grow until now they are
numbered among the largest houses of their
kind IN the CITY. Each customer may rely
upon the correctness of their representations,
and all have learned of their prOmutuess aud
honesty.
ALVEY BROTHERS.
The above house does a splendid business
in this line, and carries large supplies Of all
the various articles which compose a complete
stock.
They are well known for their fair, hon
est and conservative dealing and enjoy a
very extensive trade
All kinds of grain, the best qualities of hay,
various grades Of -four and timothy, clover
and other seeds are handled in large guam
titles.
WHEELwRIGHT ARCHER.
The above is another house whose large
shipments of grain. hay. flour and mill feed
demand their mention as one of the leading
firms in this line, and was established IN 1857.
Strict attention to the requirements of their
customers, combined with low prices and SUI
perior goods, have been instrumental in secur-
Ing for this house a very large and profitable
trade.
They are we'll known FOR Just and equitable
dealings and are proverbially known as men
of striking integrity and honor.
CHARLES J.. TODD.
This establishment founded in 1878 ranks
among the foremost of It's branch of industry,
and is thoroughly well known throughout the
tributary county They deal more extern
sively in grain and flour, and supply constantly
q large demand.
Few, if any, houses are more prompt in ship
ments and the firm commands the esteem Of
its entire trade by reason OK its absolute rel;a-
biLty. Any class OF merchants can deal with
them and rest assured always of the fair and
honest way in which they will be treated.