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Show Neatness iu Batter Packages. The careful packing of butter has a good deal to do with the fostering of the butter trade whether that trade be with a few private families or with large commission houses. This matter mat-ter has been frequently referred to in these columns, and without doubt some Improvement is being made. The commission men report that the manner man-ner in which butter Is put up helps or hinders them in making sales. A creamery that has a reputation of neatness in packing finds itself sought not only by the commission men, but by large grocers that want an article that looks well. This matter mat-ter of looks is especially important in butter that goes to the homes of the wealthy. They will form opinions on the looks of things. Two packages of butter may be similar in quality, but if one is put up in better style than the other the buyers are prejudiced in favor of that package, and the eaters, if they have seen the package, will actually Imagine that the butter is of better flavor. This helps sales. |