Imperial Fox Biscuit has the combined endorsement of the best feeders and the largest fur buyers in the world. Write for testimonials and price list. IMPERIAL BISCUIT COMPANY LTD . Charlottetown , Prince Edward Island - taken from the Island Farmer, July 30, 1924. The fox fur boom came to an end quickly because of improper supply, control and lack of understanding of the current consumer demand. The Island began shipping live foxes which cut the demind for foxes from the Island. Outsiders began breeding the foxes and the supply increased so the demand decreased. The prices were sone- times as low as $3.00 to $3.50 per pair of pelts. The consumers soon tired of the silver black furs and wanted a variety to choose from which cut the demand even more. Since the 1940's fox ranching has virtually disappeared except for a few isolated ranches. A revival of the fur industry in the 1980's was short lived. SAWMILLS The lumber industry started on P.E.I , in the late 1800's. At that time the Island was rich in this raw material. Heavy dark forests almost completely covered the Island and early settlers, like Janes Barclay , realized their potential. Saw mill. 250