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The article discusses speculation on how long the economic boom that Florida is experiencing in 1925 will last. Topics addressed include Florida's business and economic history from the 1860s, and Florida's possession of the resources that entitle it to rank as one of the country's most interesting states. Also mentioned are the value of the state's manufactures in 1920 and the balance of production in manufactured, agricultural, mineral and animal products.

The article presents information on Jacksonville, Florida-based Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. The stocks of the company are down over 40% since early 1993. The company is having trouble controlling its costs. Winn-Dixie, which runs about 1,160 stores in 13 states from North Carolina to Texas, has lots to praise. Sales have been expanding, thanks to new stores, better buying practices and an improved product mix at its bigger stores. The most recent quarter was disappointing because pay raises granted in January weren't compensated for by enhanced productivity.