1952: NEW ORLEANS

The video discusses the banana wharves, which are part of the International Longshoremen's Union. Unlike New York, where racketeers control the union, the banana wharves have kept them out, resulting in no labor troubles. This allows for fast and efficient handling of perishables like bananas. The port is a leader in banana imports, with modern conveyors dedicated to the banana trade.

What is the significance of the banana wharves mentioned in the text?

How has the control of racketeers affected the banana trade in the port?

What advantages do perishables like bananas gain from the conditions described?

Why is the port described as first in the nation for banana imports?

What role do modern conveyors play in the banana trade at the port?