Among the large purchasers was Louis McMurray, the first to start the corn canning industry in Frederick County. He also canned peas and other vegetables. Two large canning plants were located on Carrollton Manor, one at Buckeystown, Maryland, controlled by the Baker Brothers, and the other at Adamstown controlled by the Thomas Brothers.
Among the major buyers was Louis McMurray, who initiated the corn canning industry in Frederick County. He also canned peas and other vegetables. Two significant canning facilities were situated on Carrollton Manor: one at Buckeystown, Maryland, managed by the Baker Brothers, and another at Adamstown controlled by the Thomas Brothers.