The Bridgeton Evening News dated Aug 9th, 1924, covers various topics from a hundred years ago, including fruit farming, marketing and distribution, a dahlia show, the Jersey Devil, and local announcements.
keywords
fruit farming, marketing, distribution, dahlia show, Jersey Devil
takeaways
Fruit farming was a significant industry in South Jersey in 1924, with a focus on peach crops and the improvement of marketing and distribution.
The American Pomological Society advocated for roadside markets to connect growers directly with consumers.
The Bridgton Dahlia Association held monthly meetings to showcase and vote on dahlia blooms.
The Jersey Devil was blamed for disrupting a camping party and stealing food from the campers.
Local announcements included a candidate running for county clerk, a residence for sale, and a Hudson Speedster car for sale.
Chapters
00:00 Fruit Farming and Marketing in South Jersey
01:25 Roadside Markets and Direct Consumer Transactions
03:21 Bridgton Dahlia Association and Monthly Meetings
04:02 The Mysterious Jersey Devil
06:47 Local Announcements from 1924