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The light, 

 warm soils 

 of South Jersey 

 are particularly 

 adapted to 

 sweet potatoes. 



Mickleton and Thorofare. Markets are found in the large cities as far 

 west as Detroit, though many growers haul by motor truck or wagon direct 

 to Philadelphia. In 1919 the sweet potatoes shipped from Swedesboro alone 

 amounted to 10,357 barrels, 309,909 baskets and 132,500 pounds in bulk; 

 of tomatoes, 10,837 baskets and 446,701 crates, and of peppers 90 barrels, 

 83,652 baskets and 14,043 crates. 



Section 9 forms a rectangular strip adjoining the Delaware River in Bur- 

 lington and Camden Counties. The soil varies from a light to medium 

 sandy loam, and the principal crops grown are early peas, beans, sweet corn, 

 cantaloupes, peppers, cabbage and tomatoes. Many of the growers also 

 raise considerable fruit. Products are hauled direct to Philadelphia, or 

 shipped by train to the large cities. This section is developing rapidly into 

 one of the most advanced trucking areas in the State. 



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