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A young smoker rams his spliff with a pen
"Tobacco spliffs were in vogue for almost the entire duration of the strike at the Jamaica Cigarette Company. Here a young smoker rams his spliff with a pen - so as to get the right consistency. These tobacco spliffs were to be seen all around the…
Collin McCarty began reaping tobacco
"Collin McCarthy began reaping tobacco 5 weeks ago on the 5 acres lot of land given to him by Carreras of Ja. Limited. to cultivate tobacco, he is joined by school boys and girls earning up to $18 weekly to buy school books among other things."
Farmer examining his crop regularly for detection of pests
"The careful farmer examined his crop regularly for early detection of pests and diseases. Attacks by Aphids or incidences of Black Shank and other diseases require immediate attention."
Irrigation of the Tobacco
"Irrigation of the tobacco: an essential aspect of the cultivation of this crop, is done using pumps and piping provided by the Company. Pumps are installed at the riverside and a network of pipes is laid throughout the field. The tobacco need,…
Overhead irrigation system being used on tobacco plantation at Coley's Farm
"Overhead irrigation system being used on tobacco plantation at Coley's Farm. 35 year old Alexander Lee is seen pulling up shrubs in his 2 acres field."
Planting out tobacco in the San Luis area of Cuba
"Planting out tobacco in the San Luis area of Cuba's Pinar del Rio Province. Farmers can count on help at planting and harvest when students from secondary schools and universities work for one month on the land during their vacations."
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Christmas crusade for peace
"Rev. Terrence Rose escorts Prime Minister Manley and Governor-General Florizel Glasspole at the Sunday morning service at Coke Methodist Church held…