Heavy Cuts Forced Upon Natal Producers Amsterdam, Oct. 6. oe" tong of Cuban sugar to Japan.
Sugar circles confirm the sale of
Tt ts reported that England has purchased 200,000 tons of Java sugar} to cover British consumption until the new Cuban movenient.—Reuter.
Durban, Oct. 9%
In order to meet competition from 'Cuban sugar imported vi American ports, Natal sugar producers have been compelted to make Jarge cuts in their prices, which fare now down to bedrock. The wholesale price for Natal' sugar, which hitherto has been 25/- for 100 Th,, has now been reduced to 22/-, the same price as Cuban sugar sold at Durban.—Reuter,
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