Winter in Palestine, usually the dullest season, this year will witness manifold activities in agriculture and industry.
Farmers and businessmen are looking forward to a successful season. There is no sign of decrease in the building activity, in spite of the approaching rainy season. The silicate factory is employing a second shift in order to supply the demand of bricks for the new houses.
The price of almonds is rising considerably, the average price being seventeen and a half shillings per kantara instead of eleven as in previous years. The orange crop is very good and brings seventeen shillings per case.
The activities of the Shemen Oil and Soap Company are in full swing. The flour mill in Haifa is working on three shifts.
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