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DeaR Srr Aanpd Mapam—We greet you with best wishes for good 4 ; health for yourselves and family, good crops and
"As much prosperity. We send sincerest thanks to all our old | Gs customers for past liberal patronage and ecarnesily solicit a continuance of your valued favors: “To.those who have not been cus- qnver se tomers of our house in the past, or having been customers formerly, md eneyen ‘strayed away, we invite them to purchase and plant theO. K.SBEDS this *“ year. Perfection is difficult to attain in seeds and in crops, but each year, with . added knowledge and increased facilities, we are approaching nearer this desired condition, while planters who plant the 0. K. SEEDS approach nearer to perfect results in their crops.. The seeds exert a great influence on the crops, regardless of the soil or season. Therefore, in the first place, look carefully to the seeds you purchase and plant. O, K. SHEDS are all right seeds. They are fresh and vital and will grow and produce the crops like you expect. Planting good seeds, like the O. K, brand, is like taking out an insurance policy on your crops.
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Tf you want seed that will make a good gar- ~ den—that will supply your table through -the year with tender, delicious vegetables, plant the OQ. K. SEEDS. There is a vast difference in seeds, the same as there isin animals. What is not bred in the seed cahnot come out in the crop.
_ There are many scrub seeds on the market, but
0. K. SEEDS ARE THOROUGHBRED SEEDS.
Some others may be as good, but there is a chance that they are not. At all events, they cannot be any better, hence why take any ~ ehance? Many farmers and gardeners, no doubt, think they have been buying the best seeds in the past, yet they may be mistaken, Read a sample report from a late convert to the
0.K. SEEDS: es, ALVIN, TEXAS, September 3, 1901. Mr, J. A. Everitt, Seedsman: DEAR SiR—‘“ Our letter-head states our business. We notice that nearly all the truckers in this section have been ofdering their seeds from Philadelphia, St. Louis and Columbus. The past season their seeds proved very unsatisfactory. Taking onions for example, scarce- ly ten truckers managed to raise any. * * * Thisis one of the greatest trucking sections of Texas. Last spring we planted your O. K. SEEDS and the results were entirely satisfactory. Ifyou will furnish us with our seeds we will introduce them. Our firm ships = Yerica the amount of produce as any other in this sec- tion and we want to sustain our reputation for hand- jing only the best.” ALVIN PRODUCE CO.
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R<-% he iC ANo.1 First Quality Seeds. house, You may we defy fone Fe With this eon
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tion prevailing, why risk your crops
\. O.K. Seeds are not Cheap Seeds. ves:
They are the best seeds at the lowest price. Our ambition is to have O. K. SEEDS planted
on every farm and in every garden in the coun-
try. Highest quality and lowest prices are part of the inducements we offer you.
Besides growing and selling seeds, we manu- facture and sell a few valuable labor-saving ma- chines, as listed in the back part of this cata- logue, Some of them have been much improved for 1962, and we want you to turn to that part of the catalogue and see what we have. Also we publish that peerless paper for farmers and
gardeners, Up-to-Date Farming and Gardening. :
See-last pages and don’t fail to become a sub- scriber. If you don’t send your subscription with your order, we will write to you about it at once, as we want every person who plants seeds and raises crops to be 2 member of
| Our “TW p-to-Date”’ Family.
Turn to the last pages and read what we say
about this monthly paper. Send for a sample .
copy if desired.
It is all right to buy sugar, soap, nails, etc., at your local store, but it is
’ 2 ete > BLY YouR SEES BY MAIL all wrong to expect to get living, vital seeds there. ; sand cannot live under the conditions found in the average grocery
They do not
Such seeds frequently lose you a crop.
(your only hope for success) on doubtfulstore Seeds? A mistake made in the startof a aoe
ean never be wholly remedie in the future.
How to Remit:
ze A Registered Letter. This
) ; is one oi.the best and most con- c venient ways to remit, and the sender gets a re- ceipt for the letter as soon as it reaches its desti- nation (every postmaster must register letters); or by Postoffice Money Orders, Express Money
Orders or Bank Drafis. Postage Stamps taken the
same as money in small amounts; 2-cent stamps pres: —
ferred. Don’t send revenue stamps. Canadian cus- tomers can send any form of their currency or postage stamps, a8 we can use them ait their face valve.
TERMS.
mitted to guarantee charges,
Our terms are cash with order. We will occasionally send goods C. 0. D. if enough is re Or go to your Express or Freight Agent and depesit the money ©
. Witb him and take his receipt for the money, to be paid to us on arrival, if the goods are as represented. Orsend — us a letter from your freight or express agent to the effect that you will pay the money on arrival of the goods if © found as represented. We want to make it possible, safe and easy for you to order your seeds,-machines, ete., of ©
us, and you need not hesitate, no difference in what part of the country you reside.
EXWTRAVYED FOR YA LYERITST &,
Eas BRINGS OUR SEED STORE PrU-S-3
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FREE BY MAIL, *:, (on
¢ seed free by mail at prices quoted, in packet, oz., 14 Ib., 1 1b., 4 Ibs., pint, quart and 4 quarts. If sent by freight or ex- press, postage may be deducted at rate of Se perlb., -~ 8e per pint, 15e per quart. Keepthisinmindwhen ~ comparing prices. When goods are sent by freighter ~
express the purchaser invariably pays the transportation charges, except where stated to the contrary.
‘ < i THE MAILS are very reliable, and the developmentof the mail order business is one of the wonders of the present day. Many families have learned that they can objain their supplies hundreds of miles away to-better advantage than at In no other line of goods is this more emphatically true than with their
seeds, and in no other line does there exist such peculiarly importantreasonsfordoingso. You may buy clothing, groceries, harness, nails, etc., away from your home store on account of price, but with seeds you have the ad-
ditional reason of vitality.
It may be all right to purchase nails, ete., at your store, but all wrong to risk it for
living, vital, vigorous seeds. Every Postoflice is a branch store where you can get O. K.Seeds, and if ona
Rurai Mail route, Uncle Sam will bring them right to your door. eyo No other elass of planters appreciates : : the reliability of seeds more than market EARN : gardeners, and they have taken out the FES best insurance policy fer a successful crop P when they send an order for O. K.
Sceds. We warrant
WARRANT all our seeds ii
to be O. K., or all right, and that they will grow with proper treatment, and. be as repre-
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scented, in so jar that if they prove otherwise, we will refill the order or return the money. We exercise great care to have all seeds pure, true and reliable, yet so many contingencies arise over which we have no contro! that we can not warrant the crop. If not accepted on these terms they must be returned at once.
REFERENCES. REDUCED FREIGHT AND EXPRESS.
farmers. : consider in placing your order. rates.
Ve refer you to any commercial agency, to any bank in the country, or to any business house in Indianapolis as to our reliability.
About three years ago through our efforts the railroad ecompan- ies made a lower rate on Seed Corn, Oats, Wheat, ete., going to We ship such seeds from Indianapolis for about one-half the former rate. This is an item for you to Our Express rates are 20 per cent less than regular merchandise express See second cover page for central location of Indianapolis.
PREPAY STATIONS. Ii there is no agent at your station, remit extra for the freight or we cannot ship.
GIVE FULL ADDRESS every time you write.
lf you change your P. O.,-give old as well as new when you
write. Thisis very important. Notify us immediately when you change your address. y
If you have ever been disappointed in your seeds in the past, plant the O. K. BRAND this year and you will have = no cause for dissatisfaction. : ae
5C Buys $1.00 worth of seedsin Packets; Cc 36c, 50e worth; 20ec, 25e worth. This is a new offer for 1902 and will be very popular. Our
ackets are full size and contain enough seed for a heioken garden and often times to spare. When con- sidering our prices on packets, take into consideration this great discount, which means just one-half of the eatalogue rate. A Sec pkt. costs 2i4c, a 10c pkt. Se, when 50c is expended. You cannotget them elsewhere at anything like this rate.
The attention of readers is called to the letters after the name oi varieties. They signify as follows: Ez, extra early; e or ea, early; l, late; d, dwarf; t, tall;_ su, summer; f, fall; wi, winter; g, for general cultivation; n, for cultivation in the North; é, in the East; so, in the South; w, in the West; A, particularly recom- mended for home use; m, recommended for market; *, wrinkled, as applied to peas. Varieties marked m should not be understood to mean that they are not recommended for home use, as frequently they are the best for that purpose. But when a variety is marked A it is to indicate that it is not suited for market except in some cases for near home.
FREIGHT ON FARM SEEDS.
We caution our readers when comparing prices in our catalogue on heayy farm seeds, potatoes, etc., with
others, particularly from the North, to consider the difference in freight. In many eases the difference that may appear in prices in favor of some others will be more than offset by transportation charges. We have our seeds produced in all parts of the country, where soil and climate suit the best, and bring them to Indian- apolis, the centre of the country, for distribution. — Transportation charges will usually be a small item — from Indianapolis, which is so centrally located. See maps on 2d and 4th cover pages.
MEN RARE ESSERE SSEOC ASSESSES sales ae cg |
Let us urge you again to subseribe for this
paper. See liberal offer on 3d cover page.
ou will like it. It will do you good. x
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for the year ending June 30%
will be $$ |20.000.000.
| Whal do x2 4 Estimate?
en ae IN 1000 CASH PRIZES
To those making the correct or nearest correct estimates of the TOTAL REVENUE OF THE ~ POSTOFFICE DEPARTMENT for one year ending June 30, 1902.
| The Capital Prize is $5,000,
Next $2,000, next $1,000, etc. Three Special Prizes, Amounting to $2,700.00. _REVE NUE of the POST OFFICE DEPARTMENT
=AS120,500.000,
GIVEN AWAY
See below. There are also
VALUABLE INFORMATION.
To aid in making your estimates we furhish the following figures, which were obtained direct. from
1902
_T figure iT will be aboul
ington, D. C., giving the total rey- enue of the Department for each year from 1892 to 1901, inclusive. The fractional part of a dollar is not considered:
1892 was $70,930,475.
1893 was (175,896,933, Increase 74%.
1394 was 75. 080, 479, decrease 1.074%.
1895 was '76,983,128, increase 2.534. 51896 was 82, 499, 208,increase 7.17%,
1897 was 82,665,462, increase 0.204%.
1898 was $89,012,618, increase 7.68%.
1899 was 95,021,384, increase 6.75%.
1900 was 102,354,579, increase 7.72%.
the Postoffice Department, Wash- |
1901 was 111,631,193, increase 9.06%. . THE LIST OF PRIZES IS AS | FOLLOWS: | | To the nearest correct estimator......... $5,000 | "Bo tHe: 2 ree ees cclen tet: Kote 2,000 ! 7 : : Vi To the 3d........ Se AEE RO eo eee 1,000 | To the ath . Ageedaere covasteades views S500 To the next 10 nearest, To the next 180 nearest - '®o the Te eee Se 3600 $15 each... ..1. 150 Te ;emmre hs “ee. Kr e ee e e #540 Te NS OCH oes oy seine cons 200 | To the next 35 near est, To the next 200 nearest B8o the Vth iiii.s.864: Reape Hid. LOO $l Oceweh es yes Ea $50 eRe aA Ch yg 54) ..c05 foe 400 To the 8th .......................... 73 | To the next 142 nearest, To the next 266 nearest, Pato nhc Sth ae ee 50 5 each... Raa sf 1d ae ne aC 260 a the 10th Ret a eee Ses ee oie 25 | To the next 160 near est, 937 prizes amounting to $12,360 . 3 $4 each......... 640 4 rs IN ADDITION TO ‘THE ABOVE PRIZES, THE FOLLOWING SPECIAL | a PRIZES WILL BE PAID: For the nearest correct Actas ZeceIVed betore -ApLir Uy LOO o.oo 6 oe oo5. sae ocd aeseeaes dence cunsbopetee eusnaen $1,060 For the nearest correct estimate received between April Arid IML ary Ue save ee ceases suche sinc dn aero 1,006 a | For the nearest correct estimate received between May, 4 Dy AO! VUE Ty oes cise ba cacsdect aes «scavenge owed FOO
Total, 1,000 prizes amounting to....
amongst them.
$15,000 has been deposited in the Centrai Savings Bank, pe Mich., for the express purpose of paying these prizes, and the President of the bank agrees that the fund can be used for no other purpose. You should not annoy the De- partment nor cause yourself any trouble or expense by writ- ing to Washington for information, as the figures given above of revenues for former years are absolutely correct: All holders of winning certificates can draw their money by draft through any bank in the U. S: Fuller instructions are contained on the certificate. Remember that the capital prize is $5,000 and that there ees 3 large special prizes. See above. Ww TO PARTICIPATE IN OUR OFFER. THIS PRIZE CONTEST. Any person ordering goods from this Catalogue to the apes of $1.00 or move is entitied to one estimate. _ The estimate must be sent with the order. We enclose a blank for this purpose. If the blank becomes misplaced, send ‘ae name, address and estimate on a slip of paper separate from your order, which will be just as good.
= In case of a tie, or that two or more estimators
are equally correct, prizes will be divided equaliy On receipt of your number we will at once send you a cer- tificate and acknowledgement. You will hold this certificate until the official announcement is made by the P. O. Depart- | ment, which will be a few days after the 30th of June, 1902, and published i in all the leading papers. Every person hold- ing a certificate in this contest will receive a printed list of the successful estimators, giving their names and addresses, with estimates and prizes drawn.
Mow to [lake [lore than One Estimate.
WE ALLOW ONLY GRE ESTIVIATE GN ONE ORDER, but you may send in orders for other people and have the certificate sent to you. Therefore if you send five orders for $1,00 or more each, you may make five estimates and we will send five certificates. Tach order must be made out on a separate sheet of paper and contain the name and address of the purchaser, but they can all be sent in one ship- ment to one address, if desired.
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- What would you do with $500, $1,000, $2,000, $5,000, or possibly $6,000? Any of our ¢ ustomers could make good use of any of these sums, no doubt; or of the near ly 1,000 smaller sums that they have chances to win: Topar- + _ ticipate in these drawings costs you absolutely nothing. The certificates are absolutely free to customers of
ur house. Our prices for seeds, ete., are the lowest and our inducements in quality, discounts, etc., the best otic’ by any house; hence, all other things being equal,
“This Extra Inducement should influence your order for the O. K. SEEDS House.
i" rc Estimating on the revenne of the P. O. Department is not a matter of guess work altogether, but of study and a ealculation. With the aid of the list given above for former years and the knowledge that the business of the :¥ ntry is ina very flourishing condition, you should be able to figure out pretty nearly what the reyenue for th wil be. Rend all orders and estimates to
J, A. EVERITT, Scedsman, Indianapolis, Indiana. (3)
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of OK Seeds
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BRONZE MEDAL AWARDED AT WORLDS COLUMBIAN EAPOSITION, CHICAGO,ILL. 1895. xf GCLD MEDAL AWARDED AT THE WORLDS FAIR AND EXPOSITION, PARIS, FRANCE,I900 SILVER MEDAL AWARDED AT THE WORLDS FAIR AND EXPOSITION, PARIS,FRANCEI900. 2 BRONZE MEDAL AWARDED AT THE WORLDS FAIR AND EXPOSITION, PARIS, FRANCE, 1900.
“FOR THE EXCELLENCE OF HIS SEEDS. <= .
AGreat +4 JAPANESE FERN BALL. |
N QYV e ity Py 33 This novelty from Japan is the finest addition to house ,q plants yet introduced. The de- 2 bE 4 ‘ mand for them is enormous, as they please everybody, § and where introduced they sell themselves to others. For the window, drawine room or suspended from ae chandeliers, over dining © iables. or in fern dishes. DIRECTIONS—Place ball in water for several bours and il =}Repeat every two days until
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growth has started, after which wats ceasionaliy, js) as required, being careful that-it does not become di! dry. The greater e growth the more water will + be required to keep ferns in a flourishing condi- tion. To use in a fern dish, cut the ball in halves; HUES Sen a a aie placing flat side down, thus getting two dishes of Presto change—it is a Beautiful Bench of Ferns! beautiful ferns. The Fern Bail may be allowed to = dry up at any time and be set away and started again by watering as before. Diameter when dry. five to ten inches. The Fern Ball will be from one to four weeks in starting, according to degree of heatand moisture. Do not expose to direct ays of the sun. Price, each, very large 750, medium 50c by mail, postpaid. Not prepaid, medium, 40c, 2 for 75¢, 4 for 81.40, Very large size, 16¢ each extra. They are usually sold for 75¢ each, or $1,00 by mail, (4) : Sh aes 7
Enjoy Green Beans Every ay in the Year a
By Planting
Everitt’s Evergreen —
This Bean is unsurpassed in its green state, and is peculiar in the property of remaining in the green Pay state along time. Even when matured and dry they i may be gathered from the vines and stored and are 1 very good used as green beaus in the winter, The
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7 / seeds are white, which is a feature to recommend, as
very few tender pod beans
; have white seeds. ;
- The pods-are long, round, green.
Flesh plump, thick and nearly string-
less. ort e home, garden or the
market this bean is highly recom-
mended. The fact of the seed being white will allow them to be marketed to ad- vantage, if not all used as green beans.
Matured, Ready for Winter.
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_ After trying the Evergreen Bean to my satisfaction, I must report that they come right up to your recommendations. -Idon’t think there is a better Bean than the Evergreen. They are very prolific. ~~ W..C. LEWELLAN, Sardinia, Ind. The Evergeen Bean is all you claim for ‘it. It is wonderfully prolific, with lus- cious, tender pods and keep bearing
almost in- eet,
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$Y. AS ass good asl ever tasted. J. M. ROBBINS, Abilene, Kan.
On my order for O. K. Seeds last spring, I included a quart of Evergreen Beans, and am pleased to report that they were the most prolific and best Green Beans ever raised in my garden. I will always plant O. K. Seeds.
: M. D. UMBARGER, Altoona, Pa.
P s « Pkt.10c, pt. 25c, qt. 45c, postpaid. By freight or express, 1 qt. FICE > 30c, 4 qts, $1.00, 1 peck $1.75.
Barr’s Mammoth Asparagus. _
This giant Asparagus is the king of all. The shoots are so long that on market it is afancy article and commands a fancy price. $1.00 per bunch has frequently been paid for this variety. The stalks retain their great thickness throughout their whole length. In comparison with Conover’s Colossal it is safe to say that Barr's Mammoth is twice as large. It produces edible shoots along time.
PRICE—PEt. 5c, oz. 10c, 44 lb. 25c, lh. 75e. TERRY, MICHIGAN, November 19,1901. |
I will now write you in regard to the O. K. Seeds from you last spring, I can net speak of themitoo highly- My garden was fine. ‘I had a Musk Melon that weighed 35 lbs. and a Watermelon that weighed 40 lbs. and other stuff corre- spondingly. AllIneed to say is, if any one wants a good garden they should
plant O. K Seeds. I think I con sell many of your seedy around bere next spring. ; - HALE MATHEWSON. {5}
“ 3) coin: CROSBY'S
_ IMPROVE
__ Ex, su, g,m. EGYP
A superior strain of # well known EARLY EG@ \TIAN. The result of year careful selection by a Eastern market gardener. tains the earliness of the stock and is the best Beet forcing or for first sowing ou side. Desirable for s for forcing or for ear as it assumes its turni the early stages of gr on this account is pr
other varieties requiring ak time to attain egg ket shape and size. Is ot ea 0 form, not so flat as the ordina Egyptian nor as round as | Early Eclipse; of good size, quality, dark blood red color, with very small t: root and few small tops. Of very rapid growt may be sown outside as late as July. -Per |
THELLO _ DARK BLOOD TURNIP.
E, st, wi, g, m.
This very desirable variety will become very popular with the market gardeners who require a variety of the darkest color for their main crop. It is the result of a
SN? ne ee very careful selec- it NEI EH tion of the finest \ NY PH Ws WW) formed and very Nuit CS yy darkest roots, hay-
WG | Rear Ws ing been annually
. . selected for years
for seed stock, and
we venture to say
that there is no
Beet in this coun-
try suverior to it for
its dark, rich color,
perfection gf form
orsSweetness of flay-
or; foliage dark crimson. PEt. Se, oz. 15c
Crosby’s Improved Eg
Ex, su, wi,g,m. This very cidedly improved variet } discovered several years then showed superior qualitie: been still further improved b growing and selecting for the ide
« size and color, until now, we be have the perfect Bee Phe i oot the very best form, with sm ooth skin deep, blood red flesh. Quality sw tender. It comes for use as early as tian, of better quality. If
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Se, oz. 15¢, 4% Oc, Ib.
This Beets Al
A new and distinct round, late cabbage. Thelargestand hardest heading, fine grained cabbage in the country. Some of Our Glaims for
This Cabbage ares
1. Lateness. Itisthe latest of all large cabbages, being at least two weeks .ater than any strain of the Late Flat Duteh type.
2. Solidity. The Houser Cabbage cannot be excelled in this respect by even the Dan- ish Ball-head. Very compact, each leaf well overlapping the head.
3. Size. Itis fully as large as any of the late varieties, the heads averaging from 10 to 12
ounds. Many specimens have
een grown to weigh 18 to 20 pounds.
4, Shape. The heads are round and deep through, and should any of the heads crack, it is always at the stem end, which does not destroy its use for market. The heart extends only 2 to 2% inches into head.
5. Quality. The main fea- ture of a good cabbage is ten- derness. In this respect it is unexcelled. It is free from that coarse rib found in late cabbages.
6. Wield. By reason of the compact habit of growth of the Houser Cabbage and its freedom from loose leaves, 500
_to 800 more heads can be set out to the acre than of any other large variety. Ninety- five per cent of these plants in an ordinary season will make good merchantable heads.
The Houser Cabbage will be welcomed as a valuable addi- tion to late varieties for fall, winter and spring. In solidity and keeping qualities excells
ba : the Danish Ball Head, so fa-
_. mous in some sections. Mr. Lupton, a large grower of cabbage seed on Long Island and who is thoroughly
_ acquainted with all new Varieties, writes of this cabbage as follows:
ay ; The Houser Cabbage is entirely distinct from anything I have ever grown
or anything now on the market. It is fully two weeks later than other
sorts, an excellent keeper, hard-heading and is allright. Itisa first-class
keeper, retaining its color to a marked degree, and will carry through the
winter for early spring market without rotting, as many other varieties do. N J.M. LUPTON, Long Island, N. y.
T have 10,000 Danish Cabbage and 4,000 Houser Cabbage planted and find yours far the best—more heads and finer quality. I can recom- mend the Houser above all others. S.T. BOKE, Muscatine, lowa.
Sept. 30, 1901.
The Houser Cabbage did excellently. The weather here was very wet this season. My neighbor’s cabbage bursted and rotted, while yours
kept solid. It is the best late Cabbage I ever saw. Oct. 7, 1991. - FE. A. KEPHART, Kephart, Pa.
opal The Houser Cabbages are doing finely. A neighbor looked at them rand to-day and said they were beauties. Shall want more seed next season. Hitiews Oct. 2, 1901. W. O. BARBER, Torringford, Conn. Price—Pkt. 10c, 3 for 25c, oz. 40c, 4 th. $1.50, lb. $5.50. ‘ | With each order for 1 Ib. or more we will give free Allen’s if book on Growing Cabbage and Cauliflower. «°
| Wy ‘Mammoth Red Rhubarb.
The market gardener who is within easy reach of a good market will
_ find Rhubarb one of the most profitable crops to grow. It is one of the
first crops to bring in money. The most difficult problem to decide
when starting to grow this crop is the variety to cultivate—the one that
will prove most profitable. A peculiarity of this crop is that seed can-
.\, not be depended on to produce identically the same kind gs the parent WN Stock, while eyes, roots or buds will. ‘Say
We have secured from an extensive grower of Rhubarb for market in
Wisconsin a stock of his choicest kind, the Mammoth Red, which is the
\ best for main crop. It is noted for its strong growth, large stalks and
consequent great productiveness, as well as excellent quality. We sell
roots of this variety only at $1.00 per doz. by mail postpaid; 4 dex. at 750. By freight or express, 65c per doz. for large roots.
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The Largest ly Sweet Corn and Comes Next to our “ Premo” in Earliness.
This is the largest and best of the “Cory” type of Corn. The stalks are no longer than those of the White Cob Cory, but each stalk furnishes two or more large, fine shaped ears.
The ears are twelve rowed, very symmetrical and handsome, e With no opening between the rows at the base. | The grain is large, broad, very white and of remarkably good quality for such an early sort. Theears are about twice as long as the origi- n nal Cory. The beauty and quality of this variety give it a 2
ready sale even when the market is overstocked. Large pkt. i0c, pt. 20c. qt. 35c, peck 75c, bu. $2.50.
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This is not an imitation Sugar, but a genuine Sweet Corn and to the best of our knowledge is the earliest Sweet Corn in the country. It not only combines all the merits of the leading extra early varieties, but possesses the qualities of size, table quality and yield in greater degree. The Premo not only is ready for the table ahead of any other variety of Corn when planted at the same time, but the seed is very hardy and may be plant- ed in the spring as early as is safe to plant the Ad- ams. The seed does not rot in cold ground like other Sweet Corn, also the plants have withstood slight frosts. The stalk
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MAY 31, 1800—The Premo Sweet Corn was planted June, 1859, tasseled July 15, ears were _ large enough for use August 3 (61
days) and matured for seed August 24. This Corn is much eatlier than Kendel’s | Giant, Dwarf Extra Early Adams or jf , Fordhook Early. The ears are of good size,
8 to 10 rowed. c. 8. CLARK,
SEPT. 28, 1900—The Premo Sweet Corn was ’ planted May 24, 1900, tasseled July 5, shell July — ff 15; ears were large enough for use Aug. 1 (68 days), if ripened August 15. C: S. CLARK..Y.
In further evidence of the great value of the Premo Corn, we submit the followiing testimonials from the publie: ~ | Notwithstanding the exceedingly dry weather here this season your — new corn was ahead of all. We had large ears of excellent quality. It | was about 60 days in maturing. Under favorable circums sifwill beat that. ASA HARRINGTON, Ploomiield, Iowa, September 30, 1901. e: Ss Bs “
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planting. The Corn is thé earliest I have ever seen. 4 ; September 30, 1901. MRS. WM, HBINLY, AlbanyyPa. > ita I planted your Premo on May 30, with others, and it was the greatest surprise Of all SS ee ee early Sweet Corns in earliness, being far ahead of Ferry’s Extra Early. .J have keptit ail x i y to use next year. M. M. PERSON, Nuil 9 eee Se ae >
September 1, 1901, - ; . Seen A a I ee PRICE—Every person who is ambitious to excel their nefghbors in haying the first | “=~ table Corn, should plant the Premo. Pkt. 15c, 2 for 25c, pt. 35c, qt. 60c, prepaid, |
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large, and is not excelled for sclidity crispness and Saga
fine nutty flavor; every particle can be eaten. Plant : beautiful in appearance, blanching to a cream white. pgm
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| | thing that compares favorably next fall. Pkt. 15c, 02. | 45c, 14 Ib. $1.25.
Your O. K, Seeds produced the finest Tomatoes and Cabbage that I ever saw. MRS. MARY E. RODENBURG, Cleveland, Tenn.
Tam well pleased with your 0. K. Seeds. Everitt’s Earliest Cabbage _ forms good sized solid heads; it’s very_good ; Japanese Climbing Cu- Ny - eumber is well worth raising, Of your White Spine I raised specimens is | Q inches long-by 4 inches through. Giant Climbing Tomato cannot be 2 beat. : F. REISS, Blanchester, Ohio. rt Your O. K. Seeds gave entire satisfaction, especially the Logan’s Giant *
Seedling Tomato and Onions. They were far better than we expected. migtiso' #5 ; N. HOLLOWMON, Mason Hail, Tenn. R Please send me catalogue. I want to buy O. K. Seeds to plant, as_ they are better than any seeds we can get in the country.
| Dee. 16,1901. BE. T. GILLISPIB, Kainbow, Texas. Srrs—The C. W. 'T. Cabbage Seed we got from you last spring was alli right; considering the drouth they were simply a success. I was the - only manin this county that had fine cabbage. We have cabbage to sell and to keep. A JOHN BOWMAN, Lake, Ind,
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MRS. L. A. GARRETT, Dec. 38,1901. Gilson City, 11.
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“We honestly believe this to be the best pickling Cucumber ever produced.”—C. P. COY § SON. - This variety is of the hardy, white spine type, is a rapid, strong
and vigorous grower and very prolific in fruit. The pickles differ
fromm all other hardy sorts in being thickly set with fine spines over the entire surface, except the extreme stem-end; and during
the whole period of growth, from the time they first set until fully grown, the form is exceptionally straight and symmetrical,
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This improved strain of Netted Gem Melons was produced by years of careful selection, and their su- perior quality is attested by numer- ous large growers in many impor- tant trucking sections of the coun- try who regularly procure their seeds of us. This variety of melons is probably more largely grown than any other, and all planters should use the O. K. strain of seed. They are very prolific, small size, weigh- ing one or two pounds. Flesh thick and green, flavor lusciously sweet. Shape oval, as shown in illustration, | averaging from 41¢ to 5 inches in aul haat ld lle ha 2 length, of the se Hoenig ap- == >
earance and yield with the most MUA AA eh productiveness. Extra early in ripening. They are usually marketed in baskets and
F crates, and it is the one variety that markets are seldom overstocked with. We sell large quan- | i‘ tities annually. Our stock is exceptionally fine. Pkt. 5c, oz. 8e, 14 Ib. 15c,1b.50ce. Not prepaid, 40c per lb. py NETTED GEM. aes Ib. Boe Le es ene same as above except the shape isround. Pkt. 5e, | :
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4 THE HOOSIER CANTELOUPE is the latest and best production of the noted
_ melon-grower, J. M. Nash, of the Hoosier State He has earned an enduring reputation as the originator of such noted melons as Hoosier King,
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tions will gladly welcome this grand new Musk Melon. We introduced it in 1898 and every grower is more than pleased.
The Hoosier Canteloupe is a cross between the Perfection and Hackensack, with six years’ careful breeding = |
to obtain a high grade shipping melon. Theskin has a rich color of dark gray netting, which changes to orange iF
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: 3 rich; orange color; flavor the best. The vines BrOre heayy and vigorously and should have more space than any other variety. Fruit is a third larger than the Hackensack. The fruit is just the right size. The orange flesh is very thick and lusciously sweet. We urge all lovers of good
melons to try this splendid sort.
I have made a business of raising
Melons for five years, and the Hoosier : Canteloupe is the best seller and ———— keeper I ever handled. 1 WWROE Ve, SS ANDREW COLE, Hillisburg, Ind. | FEL Be We hs ag) eS as The Hoosier Canteloupe has given | » ANS ARG! my trade satisfaction in €very respect.
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I have handled the Hoosier Cante- -
loupe in my trade and find them strictly first-class in every respect and
< ——— eg ®) recommend them to any trade. es WLS aes BELL & McKINNEY, Merchants, = ; Sullivan, Ind, I have sold the Hoosier Canteloupe to my trade and I have used the Hoosier Canteloupe and prefer it to do recommend it highly as a most excellent variety. any other that can be obtained in this market. “| W. A. JENKINS, Merchant, Sullivan, Ind. JOS. FREEMAN, Sullivan, Ind.
We have handled the Hoosier Melon grown by Mr.| We have handled some of the Hoosier Canteloupes, — ie Nash, and recommend it as being first-class in every | 224 can recommend them as excellent Melons, both as
: : : : . | Sellers and eaters. 4 py particule and: Cee RE a eae Hp aee eee J. T. REID & SON, Merchants, Sullivan, Ind. —
MASON & CO., Merchants, Sullivan, Ind. Pkt. 10c¢, 3 for 25¢, oz. 20e, 14 Ib. 50c, Ib. S1.25.
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6 Melons Weighed 550 ibs. in 1898. | 6 Melons Weighed 65914 Ibs. in 1899.
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The originator of this Melon, who has produced more good varieties than any other man in the country, | describes it as follows: :
“This new Melon is a market sort and ‘or shipment is the best I have ever intro- | duced. Itis very prolific, very early and of uniformly large size. It is a cross be- - tween the Duke Jones and Kolb Gem; has | the fine, handsome appearance of the for- mer and the fine shipping qualities of the latter. Therind, like the Duke Jones, is of dark green color, the seed exactly the same colorasoftheKolbGem. Asatable Melon. | | it is of much better flavor than the Kolb }! em. The average size of the Melon is very large. I gathered from 2% acres 2,418 melons, weighing over40 lbs.each. Comparatively speaking, there were no small melons on é vines at the time of harvesting.”’
The Triumphisvery early,very large, very prolific, deliciously sweet, of finest flavor; in fact, one of the finest Watermelons in the United States. The farmer who values his Melon patch and looks forward tothe . good times in July and August, can not afford to do without the Triumph. _ A commission house in Norfolk, Va., says: ‘‘ We handled the past season over 800 carsof melons. The Triumphs were the best, and we will advise our growers to plant nothing else. One car of Triumphs ‘sells for as much as 3 cars of others.’”’
J. L. Miller,of Chester Co., S. C., says: “TI pulled 4 Triumphs from one vine weighing 75, 74, 66 and 58 Ibs., total 273 lbs.
tis of very fine flavor.’’ ¥
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remarkable ever brought out. .By some it has been called Blue Kolb be anit ise Gem, but it is better in all ra: important features, size, qual- ~ A ity and productiveness. The melons are dark bluish color
with narrow gray stripes.
The rind is very tough, the ms flesh bright red and earriesits good qualities to the rind, in- | stead of blending, with the | rind for a considerable thick- ness asin many melons. “The. * Blue Gem Melon is probably the best shipping melon now in existence, a feature that should be considered by grow- ers for the market. The tough rind carries themsafely, while | | they keep long in prime con- dition and open up to the satisfaction of the most criti- eal. A shipper who handles about 250 car loads a year and who has had experience with the Blue Gem, says, ‘‘They ay- eraged me $25.00 a car load more than any other.’’ This melon is already famous in localities in the South, North and West and merits the wid- est introduction. A grower at Dixie, Georgia, says, “It is a melon that will ship safely around the world.’’
© Pkt. 10c, 3 for Price: 250, oz. 15, % Tb. 30c, Ib. $1.00, postpaid. Not paid, 75c per ib.
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when there is one ) x particular straintobe |) 5 had that hasevidence f of being better than .- PV LLY LLY Og = any other, it is what Vey. yy YM Wie pM iy yy i; CUE Yip), ae tolescs Read what [ Wy Vi) LLY yy WiiWii Ui) MW i) Hy jj 4 iy) Mr. Branch writes us | Wy Ss eSBs LLY f] ML MYL athe ; Ld MESSED ee EME about this melon: >i “Twenty-five years ago this section of Georgia was celebra for its fine melons, the Rattlesnake being the only yariety planted; but a great many growers seemed to think what they could get froma distance was better than what they had at , home, and concluded to introduce other varieties. The result of this experiment was they had a lot of hybrids—nothing 1 pure of its kind. I continued to pin my faith to the Rattlesnake, and, under a careful system of cultivation and selection of seed, I unhesitatingly say, I am now offering for sale, seed of the finest Watermelon of the world. My seed are of uni- ;
form quality, no distinction between the seed I furnish to my customers and those I plant for my own use. T have never had a single complaint of my seed during the many years I have been selling them, and, if necessary, could substantiate this claim by hundreds of testimonials. So-called Rattlesnake seed are sold at a lower price than I sell mine; but it is false economy to buy such seed, and money is both saved and made by buying reliable seed. On my plantation of fourteen hun- ; dred acres, I allow none but Branch’s Genuine Rattlesnake Melom to be grown. In quality and flavor this melon is unsurpassed. I has thin rind, flesh deep scarlet, very sweet and delicious. This strain has been kept pure for thirty 4 years, and I can safely say I offer the only genuine Rattlesnake seed to be found in the United States. Remember, when i you purchase seeds from me that you are buying from a grower who has a national reputation.” Yours truly, * M. I. BRANCH. Mr. Branch also sent us a great many testimonials supporting his claims for this Melon, but we have not room | te print them. Considering that only two pounds of seed are required to plant an acre, and an acre of melons,
if choice and perfect, represents a great many dollars, careful planters should not hesitate to invest in this seed, ni '
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It is a rare occurrence that a new variety of Salsify is introduced, but why should not improvement be made un this crop, which is becoming so popular in private families and as a market vegetable, as well as in the other vegetables? We advise every gardener who has not grown them to do so in the future and they will be a wel- come addition to the bill of fare in fall, winter and spring. The roots may stay in the ground all winter.
The Bond’s Wisconsin Salsify are the richest in soup making qualities, far excelling the old varieties in this fespect and possess a fine, nutty flayorso much relished. The root grows to a very large size,
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- popularity and is mak- - ing new friends with the | return of each season. | * Besides being very early, ’ it -excels all others as a § 4 variety to keep over, the @My bulbs keeping even a 4 - year or more and show & very little shrinkage in _ size or weight. This is ~ of inestimable value to the commercial grower, as he can keep them _ indefinitely, marketing - when the price is satis- factory. They are relia- ble to bottom and espe- cially suited in localities where seed issown in the rs fall for an early spring i _ erop. Size is medium, : wa : ; ss ee aoe pieaed in Sree wow st tel Ean oie and remarkably hard and solid. We urge all fers who prize a noyel as well as a strictly first-class and valua ni ; stralis : wey will nf be disappointed + uable onion to plant the Australian Brown and Price, pkt. 5¢, oz. 15c, 4 1b. 35e, Ib. $1.15, postpaid.
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Heaviest weight in 1889 ...............250 lbs | Heaviest weight in 1892............1744 Ibs Heaviest weight in 1890...............196 Ibs | Heaviest weight in 1893............151 Ibs Heaviest weight in 1891 ...............195 Ibs| Heaviest weight in 1894............198 — Ibs
Truly a colossal variety. No other Pumpkin ever reached such enormous weights, and any person can grow them of mammoth size by planting on rich ground. If planted on any good land they are wonderfully productive as a field crop. Grow the King of Mammoths and you will be sure of the prize at your fair, besides having one of the best table or pie Pumpkins ever grown and a grand keeper. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 14 Ib. 85c, Ib. $1.00.
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other. More tons of pumpkins can be grown per acre of the Lake Shore, whether with corn or ~ | by themselves, than of any other variety. Price, pkt. 5c, oz. 8c, 14 Ib. 15c, lb. 40c, 5 Ibs. — |
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A « It isa green wrinkled main crop variety, grow- oat ing about 2% feetin height. The pods are very large, slightly curved, pro- _ if duced mostly in aie and all over the vine from top to bottom. The peas are large, beautiful green and of delicious flavor when cooked. The vines are very sturdy, and being of a branching habit, this variety can be sown more thinly than most varieties. Its season is just right to succeed the extra early varieties, asit comes into bearing when such varieties are finished. _We ask gardeners and truckers to give this splendid variety a trial. Pkt. 10c, pt. 30c, qt. 50c, peck #2,00, bu. $7.00,
; y ” ; : eye Wrinkled. In this remarkable vari- oe baie BLISS EVERBEARIN « ety we havea pea which willevery- where be recognized as an excellent sort for a summer and autumn crop. 5 Height. of vines, 18 inches to 2 feet. Its habit of growth is of a peculiar Re branching character, forming as many as ten stalks from a single root stalk. 100 pods have been = counted on a single vine. If the peas are taken off Ae as they reach proper size, the vines will continue to ‘be covered with blossoms and-buds. On account of its branching habit a pint of seed will plant as much ground as a quart of & most other kinds. Peas large, wrinkled, tender and of su- | Mm perior flavor. Greatly es- teemed wherever known. ; Pkt. 10c, pt. 25c, qt. 45c, peck $1.75, bu. $6.00.
HEROIN Wrinkled. «The Hero- ine is a green wrinkled pea; — grows about 21% feet high and is literally covered with its long, heavy, pointed pods. In fact, so striking and distinct is this variety that it would f be picked out at once in a field of one hundred other varieties. The pods are well filled with large peas, con- taining from 8 to 12 peas. ; The quality of this pea is” Pea. simply perfection, owing to its rich, buttery, thee ihe - -marrow-like flavor. Pkt. 10c, pt.
Sash ele Se 5 Wrinkled. An ideal wi Le , extra early variety ALLEN S GRADUS and one that will oc- OR PROS PERIT cupy aforemost place be ee 4 « for both the amateur and market gardener. The vine has heavy stems, with long, dark green leaves and grows from 2% to 8 feet in _ hei ht, producing large, tender, sweet, delicious peas § - early in June. The pea remains tender and sweet for af . longtime. We highly recommend this splendid wrink- led pea to market gardeners. Its abundant bearing andf large, well-filled pods will make it extremely profitable | _ ~Pkt. 16c. pt. 25c, qt. 45c, peck $2.00, bu. $7.50.
- Prolifie Giant Podded Sugar Pea.
_ {Edible Pods.) Those who have not tried them cannot imagine the fine table qualitics of Sugar Peas. They should _ beunversally groum. This variety is ahead of all others, , not only in size of pod and prolific bearing, but also for § its delicious quality. It grows to the height of five or § - six feet and bears a profusion of large, broad pods, which ¥ are generally found in pairs and which are so brittle - “hat they ~snap without any string. The pods when _ ~ooked are yery sweet and tender. it should be used imilar to wax beans. fo parties who have never used pea,-we Will say they are not shelled like ordi- s, but are cooked pods and all. ‘They are more AME «isan, the ordinary varicties, and you’should . > o“planting any 6ther kind of-sugar pea than \\tuce itis the most prelifie, the most tender | pes vored. | Pkt. 1c, pt. 25e, gt. 45e, by ‘veaght or express, qt. 30c, peck $2.00.
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vary in color, some of them being pale yellow with still paler yellow stripes in hollows, while others Q are green, mottled, and faintly
striped with a lighter green. In
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all other varieties, and after years of careful trial we have found that this squash follows its type absolutely true, and we can offer it as a distinct new vege- table. The originator says:
BS-“WE HAVE SPENT YEARS IN PERFECTING THE FAXON SQUASH.”
The flesh is a deep orange yellow, cavy- ity very small, and seeds few; the special peculiarity, however, is that, while un- cooked it appears to have a shell like any squash, when cooked there is practically none, the shell or in- edible part being only about as thick asa sheet of writing paper. it is the best squash we ever tasted—sweet and very dry— and for squash pies it must be tried to be appreciated. We know a trial will convince all ofits great value.
_ It matures earty and can be used as a summer squash. Itis the best winter variety we know of, being a very late keeper, keep- ing in an ordinary cellar in per- fect condition to April or May. It is the only squash we ever saw that every specimen is of su- perior quality without regard to size or whether itis ripe or green. This is a very desirable feature, aS many squashes (the Hubbard especially) must be thoroughly ripe before frost, or the crop 1s lost. It is not so with ‘“‘ The Faxon Squash’’; every specimen can be gathered and used.
Very early, enormously productive, of medium size and the best possible quality, we believe that this new variety is destined to become a standard amongst squashes, both for home use and market purposes.
Aiter most carefully testing this new squash for ten years, and having had many of the very best squash experts in this country thoroughly try this vegetable for the same period—the universal ver- dict is that “THE FAXON SOUASH is the best squash in cultivation for the kitchen garden.”
Pkt. 10c, 3 for 25c, oz. 20c, 14 1b. 50c, lb. $1.25.
NEW MAMMOUTH
Hubbard quash.
This new strain of Hubbard, Squash surpasses the old in size, while not losing any of the fineSS table qualities that have made the original Hubbard the most popular squash ever known in the country. The aim has been to increase the size as well as to improve the quality in this new strain. The fiesh is the most deli- cate, fine grained and sweetest of all. Can be had in use from Sept. until May. We look for a large demand for seed, knowing this variety fully merits extensive cul- tivation. Pkt. Sc, 0z. 10c, 44 Ib. 25e, lb. S$6c.
tk Fr This spinach is not of the ordinary type, but a plant 18 inches NE WW ZBELEND SEIN F in height and branching habit. The United Statés Depart- bd E = 4 ment of Agriculture reports of it as follows:
“ The New Zealand Spinach occurring also on many places of the coast and in the desert interior of Aus- tralia. Kuown further from New Caledonia, China, Japan and Valdivia. An unusual herb, useful as a eulinary vegetable, also for binding » retina It produces its succulent branches and leayes even in the hottest weather and driest localities.’’—Rhind.
The stem and leaves are soft, thick and fleshy. If started early in the spring the plant will resist heat and drought, aud make a strong growth in the summer months. The leaves and young branches are used as 0 Spinach at any time. Sow t inly in Grills 15 to 20 inches apart. Pkt. 100, 3 for 25c, oz. 200, 4 1b, 50c, ib. $1.2
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THE GREATEST HOG FOOD: AR AND A SURE CHOLERA PREVENTATIVE. }
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The losses to farmers from hog cholera alone every year amount to millions of dollars. The most certain preventive,
an the same time the least expensive, while it furnishes a olesome and valuable food; is a crop of our
MAMMOTH WHITE FRENCH ARTICHOKES. |
No farmer who raises hogs should let another year pass without providing a patch. They surely prevent cholera and in this way are worth millions of dollars. A couple of dol- larsinvestedin Artichoke Tubers may save many farmers from bankruptcy. :
E. F. Brockway, of Iowa, says: Since I have been rais- ing artichokes my hogs have been repeatedly exposed to chol- a baa they have kept healthy, and L feel that I can defy cholera. :
J. D. WASHINGTON, of Missouri, says: Artichokes are the hearer hog food I ever saw, and =a sure preventive of cholera. e
Hon. JoHn D. Goopina, In “American Agriculturist,”’ says = Fora conditioner, I would not give artichokes for all the hog: medicine in the kingdom.
B. B. Lams & Sons, of Miami Co., Ind., while their hogs last falk were dying by the score every week, saw an articlein American Ency- clopedia recommending artichokes for cholera hogs. They immedi- ately turned their entire herd of sick and well hogs into their artichoke field, and strange to say, not a hog died afterward from cholera.
G. W. Lurxins & Sons, Boone Co,, Ind., ays: We have not lost &
hog by cholera since we raised artichokes, while it has carried many off
all around us. We cannot recommend the Mammoth White french Artichokes too highly as a hog food and cholera preventive.
Rozst. Ripczeway. Miami Co., Ind., says: lhave grown artichokes for years and..would not think of.discontinuing them while 1 raise hogs. They are a great preventive of cholera.
JONATHAN Canty, of Indiana, says: Cholera got among my herd. of hogs last year‘and 100 died before I thought of turning them into my artichoke patch. The result was, every hog that was able to root got. well: Ihad part of my herd in the patch béfore the cholera came and. not one of them died. 3
Every testimonial is genuine. “We do not give full addresses, because this will sell their crops to our loss:
_ Every evidence is in favor of this crop as a cholera preventive. The wonderful productiveness and ease with which Artichokes can be produced is always a surprise to those who cultivate them for the first:
time.
They are an excellent food for cattle, sheep and horses. and the cheapest and healthiest hog food
known. They notonly grow rapidly, but fatten on them, only requiring corn for a short time in the finishing process. The hogs harvest them themselves, thus saving all expense, even that of feeding. Rooting is natural and healthy for hogs, but they won’t root unless there is something for them to root for. Freezing and thawing does-not injure them and hogs will feed themselves. until late in the spring, when grass has come, except when the ground is frozen solid. No farmer can do better than to plant a piece of ground to Artichokes without delay. On good corn land they produce 600 to 1,000 bushels per acre in a good season.. They » delight in a moist, rich soil: Ground too wet for general farm crops will produce the best: _crops. .To destroy them, plow under when they have attained a foot in height.
Plant in the fall or early in the spring, cut small, like potatoes, 18 inches apart.in rows three feet apart, about six bushels on an acre. They make afull crop the first year. Each following year the field should be plowed in the spring, after the hogs have had all they can find. The plants will come up all over the surface, and must be cultivated out and left stand in hills, or
ud the crop will be too thick. = Price—By mail, postpaid, 1 Ib. 25c, 4 Ibs. 60c. Freight or express, 4% bu. 35c, xl mi bu. $1.00, per bbl. of 3 bus. $2,75. Sis Green Globe Artichoke, g—The flower head is the part used. Pkt. 5e, oz. 30c, 14 Ib. “rw %5ce, lb. $2.25. : eae | ——S Se ts ! ASPARAGUS. : - aa = € 02. of sced sows 60 feet of drill—2 lbs. per acre. R Up-to-Date Farming and Gordening. aq for full information abopgt cultivating. ~~ = a COLUMBIAN MAMMOTH WHITE, CONOVER’S COLOSSAL, g, m—A splen- = g, m—TYhis new Asparagus is a sport from | @id,variety. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 14 lb. 20c, 7 Conover’s Colossal, and is one of those rare: »}.lb, 65.0 + Ree: ra} instances where the new variety comes uni- * PALMETTO, _9, m—Stalks frequently — .formly true to its distinctive type. Its prin-- |"measure 2 inches in diameter; A leading = cipal departure from the old varieties lies'in_4-market sort. Pkt. 5¢, oz. 10¢, 14 Ib. 20¢,, = » the fact that the shoots are pure white, and || Ib/65c. Se ae oO they remain so as long as fit for use. Ti is Asparagus Roots—Any variety at ex-
among Asparagus what the self-blanching warte-. |, ‘ _ties' are among celery, Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 14 1b. *|'-0ld” By mail, doz. 25¢, 50 40c;100 5c. By 25¢, lb. 65ce. °°" —- ser tanga anita freight or express, 100 6@c, 1,000 $4.50.
< /jarts NAW’ Rfaearg aed
remely low, prices,.az follows: _Two years
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Specialties| v) in Beans b% JF Everitt’s ALPHA Pole Bean.
. Ex, t, su, f, wi, g.
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The Earliest Pole Bean in Existence. Can be Grown as Far North as Bush Beans. Green Pods.
Continued cultivation of this new variety of Pole and Corn field beans con- firms the high recommendation we gave it when first introducing ita few years ago. We have yet to hear of the first dissatisfied customer, while those who have grown it have found a bean with some good qualities not possessed by any other, particularly in the matter of earliness. There are several splendid varieties of green pod Pole Beans, but none approach Ever- itt’s Alpha in earliness by more than two weeks. This Bean is soearly that it can be grown in the far North wherever Bush Beans succeed, while for any section they areunsupassed in productiveness by any Pole Bean, whether grown on poles or with corn. The vines produce nearly all pods and very
«= few leaves. On this account they may be planted closely together, about ~\ 2x3 feet. Also are better suited to grow in corn, not pulling the stalks “= down like the Beans with heavy foliage. The vines keepin bearing along ## = time. Quality is in all respects equal to the well known Kentucky Wonder. %) The color of the seed is bright yellow, which is different from any other “S Pole Bean, thus proclaiming them a distinct sort. -They have never been. “* known to rust orblight. Pods long, round, thick, stringless. . \ The Beans that are enjoyed the most are usually the ones that come first. ‘\. This is the Bean to grow. Also, the Bean that brings the most money is the “2 earliest bean. Here we have it again: 2 : = Pkt. 10c, pt. 25c, qt. 40c, by mail, postpaid; peck $2.00.
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<4#New Stringless Green Pod Bean, a Ex, d, sty -G:
: “SSUnquestionably the best Stringless-Green Pod Bean in cultivation; in ~ {aet, the only strictly Stringless Green Pod Bean there is. The podsare full, ) fleshy, crisp, tender and remain long in same green condition, even until
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This Bean is very pro- lific in number of pods, besides the pods are very large, 54% to 64% { inches long, light green in color. ‘
We cannot recom- mend this Bean too highly, and our cus- tomers cannot grow them too largely. |
Pkt. 10c, pt. 25c, © qt. 40c, postpaid. 14 bu. $1.50. —-
“Success to UP-TO-DATE FARMING AND GARDENING. It is a power for good on the farm”— | | Up-to-Date Farmer, Elwood, Ind, ; See. Ghind cover Bags. iF
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dl EXPLANATION—ez, extra early; ea, early; 2, late; d, dwarf; ¢, tall; su, summer; f, fall; wi, winter; *, wrinkled; g, general cultivation; n, north; ¢, east; so, south; w, west; h, home; s, shipping. Varieties in large
type are particularly recommended. See page 2.
BEANS 8:22" Care and Hand Picked Before
D wa rf. e Selling.
1 quart to 200 feet of row, 1% bushel per acre. We pay postage on beans offered by packet, pint and quart. Half Pp bushels at bushel rates. q oh #
_ PRICE OF ALL BEANS BY MAIL, UNLESS STATED TO THE CONTRARY. Pkt. l0c, pt. 22c, qt. 35c. If not by mail, deduct 8c per pint, }5c per qt- Our pkts. are of large size.
Olga PODDED BUSH BEANS. AVI
S KIDNEY WAX, ea, d, 9, m—A Wax Podded Bush Bean with z Vy clear white seed. It is absolutely rust-proof and so productive that WY, MnP ‘a field viewed from a distance shows more yellow from the pods than green & Ye). ty y from the leaves. The plants are a complete mass of pods, yet they hold ;{ up well from the ground. Pods are always full of large, plump, white beans. Pods are larger and handsomer, flavor finer and yield greater than any other Kidney Wax Beans. Early as Golden Wax. For canners e
- this Bean fillsalong felt want. Jts pearl white Beans, combined with other qualities mentioned, make it entirely without a peer. Pkt. 10c, §
pt.@5c, qt. 40c, peck $1.25. I
ALENTINE WAX, ex, d, g, m—A perfect round pod Valentine j Bean, with wax pods, and the earliest Wax Bean in cultivation. The pods are very thick and meaty, with so little string that they may prop- }
_ erly be called stringless. Free from rust, a vigorous grower. To show
All our varieties of Beans are Grown with Greatest
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June 18 produced pods 4 inches long by July 25, and on August 1 half a _ ero uld be picked. Pkt. 10c, pt. 25c, qt. 40c, peck $1.50.
ENEY’S RUSTLESS GOLDEN WAX, e¢, d, g, m—This new Bean § is the result of many years’ ore on the part of one of the most experienced and largest bean growers of the country. It combines hardiness, product iveness and fine quality. Strong grower and rust-proof. Produces, } under favorable conditions,100 to 150 fold. Peck $1.25, bu. $4.50.
oo Golden Wax (Improved “Rust-Proof” Strain)—This is the hand- somest and hardiest of all Wax Beans. Pods long, thick and rust-proof. ; Much excels Golden Wax in yield and is of better quality. Should be!
ninevery garden. Peck $1.50, bu. $4.50.
Wardwell’s Kidney Wax, ex, d, so, m—A week earlier and yield % more than Golden Wax. Stalk erect. Pods long, broad, flat, brittle, strirgless. Delicate waxy color. Peck $1.50, bu. $5.00.
Challenge Black Wax, ex, d, g, m—The first to produce a full crop of pods. This habit is of inestimable value to market gardeners. Plants are more upright than the old Golden Wax. Pods large, good color, stringless and of superior quality. Peck $1.50, bu. $5.50.
a GREEN PODDED BUSH BEANS.
LIGHTNING EARLY VALENTINE, ez, d, 9, m—
The earliest snap short in the country. The most
_ profitable variety for market. This variety is well named, asitis lightning quick in ripening in com- parison with any other stock of this popular Bean. The
IMP. EARLY YELLOW SIX WEEKS, ex, d, g, nt —Wellknown old sort. Must be used when young, as soon become tough. Peck $1.25, bu. $4.00.
arly Mohawk, ex, d,g,m—An‘old sort. The hard-
pods are large, itis very productive, and, when young, entirely stringless. It cannot be recommended too highly to the market gardener, as he derives his great- est profit from the earliest crop. With the Lightning Early Valentine you beat your competitor one to two weeks, which means many dollars in profits. Sure to e satisfaction. Peck $1.25, bu. $4.50.
Imp. Early Red Valentine, ez, d,g, m—So well and
favorably known as to not need description. More ex-
tensively grown than any other tender green pod Bush Bean, Peck $1.00, bu, $4.00.
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iest variety. Esteemed for first planting, as it will stand a slight frost, Peck $1.00, Bu. $4.00.
EST OF ALL, ea, d, g, m—Pods long, fleshy and entirely stringless. Very productive. Very early and alongtime. Peck $1.25, bu. $4.50.
ew Extra Early Refugee, ea, d, g, m—A selection rom the well-known Refugee and is ready for the market about the time the ordinary ‘Refugee is in flower. An immense yielder and sure to produce a crop in either wet or dry season. Best for pickling. Peck $1.25, bu. $4.00.
3 LEADING DWARF OR BUSH LIMA BEANS.
One Packet of each, 20c. -
URPEE’S, /, d, g, s—This is the true, large Lima in
_™ bush form, and comes true from seed. The plant grows 18 to 20 inches high, branching so much that each bush
is circular and 2 to 3 feet in diameter. Pkt. 10c, pt.
2595 qt. 40c, peck, $2.00. 4 DREER’S, 1, d, g, m—We recommend them highly.
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delicious flavor, medium size, wonderfully pro- ctive. Pkt. 10c, pt. 25c, qt. 40c, peck $2.00,
HENDERSON’S ea, d, g, m—This was the first Bush Lima Bean offered. It is a very early variety and en- ormously productive. It is largely grown as a field crop for dry beans, being a reliable and heavy yielder. A light soil, inclining to sand, snits them best. Pkt.
10c, pt. 25c, qt. 40c, peck $1.75, bu. 86.50.
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~ EXPLANATION—exz, extra early ; ea, early; l, late; d, dwarf; ¢, tall; sw, summer; f, fall; wi; winter ;*, wrink- led; g, general cultivation; m, north; ¢, east; so, south; w, west; h, home; s, shipping. Varietiesin largetype § are particularly recommended. See page 2. a The
POLE O R RUNNING BE ANS in pods and shelled. Especially adapted for short sea- 1 * | sons and cold soils. Pkt. 10e, pt. 25¢; qt.40c, If pints or quarts are not sent by mail, deduct 8c. per peck $1.75. : : > os »¢@ pint and 1dc, per quart from prices quoted. Early White Dutch Caseknife, ex, t, su, f,wi, g—Suit-
% AZY WIVES, l, t, su, 7, w, g—No good wife would @ble for corn or for poles. Flat pods, tender when
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! 4 A Oi like to be called a “lazy wife,” yet she will be exeused | Young; well filled with fine, large white beans. Excel- fh for exhibiting a lazy spell when “ bean picking” time lent for winter use. Pkt. 10c, pt. 25c, qt. 40c, peck # comes, if she has the foresight to plant this variety. | 30. ] They are called Lazy Wives because they hang so fulland Red Speckled Cutshort, 1, t, su, f, wi, g—An excel- H tie the pods areso long and broad that a mess is soon picked. |"lent variety and particularly valuable for planting F ce The pods are green, wonderfully broad, thick, fleshy | among corn. Vines medium, pods short, round, tender Pi and entirely stringless, retaining all os succulent. .Good green or dry. A hb their good qualities until nearly ea : wonderiul yielder. Pkt. 10c, pt. p2 The peculiar taste and agreeable fla- 25c, qt. 40e, peck $1.75. é! vor of this Bean are so captivating 0 that other varieties are not desired while the Lazy Wives cau be ob- thed. Pkt. 10c, pt. 25c, qt. 45c. FEARLY GOLDEN CLUSTER AX, ex, t, su, f, wi, g—It grows rap- idly, bearing clusters of 3 to 6 pods oi rich golden color. Pods average about 8 inches in length, tender and entirely stringless, retaining their plum pness and tenderness long aiter they have attained a large size, and continue to bear, if the pods are picked, untilirost. Pkt. 10c, pt. 25c, qt. 45e. WHITE CREASE ACK, ¢, i, su, f, wi, g— For string beans it issim-
\ POLE LIMA 4 i BEANS. N
of Each: Pkt. 10c, pt. ‘ 25e, qt. 45e, 14 bu. $2.00. j 7} Dreer’s Improved, 1, t, su, f, wi,
g—An improvement in quality on
the large Lima. They are
& plumper and richer; remain green longer. Seed small.
arge White, l, t, su, f, wi, '
g—This well-known aud de- \(
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£7 = ss ooe
licious Bean is everywhere esteemed. Very large. ; \ 4ZAKING OF THE GAR- : DEN, l, t, su, f, wi, g—A mag- j nificent variety in growth
ply perfection. Its hand- e
some green pods grow of vine and number and \y from 5 to 6 inches_long, as : Ys NAD, ge 23! / ~~ [size of pods. Specimens have perfectly round, with a { wn ye weybeen grown over 9 inches in |
ay length and containing 7 great
large beans.
‘hallenger, |, t, su, f, wi, g—
iy /Have been constantly improved
‘a/bDy Saving beans from strongest \
<rease in the back. They ripen early and bear contin- -wously allsummer the vines f being loaded from one end to the other. PEt. 10c, pt. ? 5c, qt. 40e, 4% DuyS1.75. NTUCKY WON-. ER, ea, su, 7, g—A very & prolific sort; grows vigor- ously and climbs well. Pods growin large clus- ters, green, 9to 10 inches long, nearly round; crisp SS and tender. Sure to give satis-W& faction; excellent to grow in ¥ z<orn. Seed long, oval, brown eolor. Thereis more demand for this pole bean than for any other, which of itself is sufictent recom- qmendation. ft is the leader awith ‘market gardeners. Pkt 10c, pt. Z5e, qt. 40c, peck 1.35. Horticulturai,Cranberry or “—Wren’s Eeg, ert, su, f, wi, g—A round, speckled bean, used both
FIELD
Plant 1% to 2 bus. per acre.
The cultivation of Beans asa field crop is increasing, and in many sections of the country it is now an important'and profitable industry. ‘Thevarieties that we offer are the very best that <n be grown. yv GREAT WESTERN. ¢, @; wi, g—Unusually early, productive; handsome, large, round, ivory white. When other kinds fall down and spoil ina wet season, these siand up on astrong « stalk. Resists rust.and mildew. . Will standin the field after maturity longer than many, oth-. ers and not waste. The pods hang in-clusters all oyer the top (see ijlustration. This stalk was photographed suspended by the root.) Also, notice the pods contain from 7 t0°9 beans each, denot- ing a remarkably productive sort.. They are the
/vines and best filled pods. They 4 yield an amazing quantity
of shelled beans. An im-
provement on Dreer’s. eT EIBERT’S EARLY, ex, _
, su, fj wi, g—This variety was developed by a market gardener : who Selected the largest green beans from the thinnest and most easily opened pods, Practical ’ value to market gardeners has been aimed at, and we believeittobethe § very best sort for their use. The | vine is very productive and excep- \ tionally hardy and vigorous. It produces pods very early and the \ beans are of fine quality. The green “4 sheiled beans are of immense size,
} but so tender and succulent that \
they shrink in drying to about the size of the Large White Lima. | Lima Beans require very rich soil. Do not neglect thisor youmay be disappointed in results.
| BEANS.
grandest Bean of all, and surprise and please every grower. Pkt. 10c, pt. —|
~ | 20e, gt. 35c, peck $1.00, bu. $3.50. § WISCONSIN TREE, ¢, d, wi, g—Quite dis- tinct from the Mexican or California Treé Bean, the bean being twice as large, more productive ~ ) and very early. The beans are very white, of finest flavor, and cook in less tie than the Navies. Pkt. 10c, pt. 20c, qt. 35c, peck
.00, bu: $3.50., Ln Tey A is
WHITE WONDER, e, d, wi, g—A very early field bean that can be planted on ground where other crops have been, removed. it greatly ont- yields the Navy on the same ground and under same conditions. Seed is about the size of Navies... Pkt. 10c, pt. 20c, qt. 25e, peck $1.00, bu. $3.50.
WHITE MARROWFAT, l, d, wi, g—A standard. field variety. Largely grown. . Large, white, round seed. Pkt. 10c, pt. 20¢, gt. 35c, peck $1,00, bu. S3.50. © - , :
| ‘‘There is more yaluable, timely, practical information on one page of UP-TO-DATE FARMING a |
AND GARDENING than is usualiy found in a whole number of other farm papers.” ~~ errs | Pa nl | See third coverpagasc V1 / OL A wi amies! homas; New York Oity/= ;
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EXPLANATION—ex, extra early led; g, general cultivation; », north; are particularly reeommended, See page 2.
BEETS.
' One pkt. will plant about 15 feet of drill. Oz. 50 feet—about 6 lbs. per acre.
Price of all varie- ties in this list ex- cept where given: Pkt. 5c, oz. 8c, \% 1b.15¢, lb. 45e, post paid. By freightor express, 5 lbs. or g Z more of a kind, 35c Yj}: * Up lb. ELLA MPROVED BLOOD TURNIP, ¢, su, wi, g, ‘he best strain of this popular sort.
m— f The result of years of careful selection, which has increased its size and
adé@ it earlier. Colorrich, deepred; fine grain, solid. ellent for all purposes,
ETROIT D K RED TURNIP BEET, ¢, su, wi, m—One of the very best sorts for the marketand home
arden.’ Its small, upright top, early maturity and splen-
xX i ape make it popular everywhere. Flesh, bright - red, crisp, tender and sweet. CLIPSE, ex, su, g, m—A great acquisition to our ist of Turnip Beets. Always gives the greatest satis- faction among market gardeners. It is as early as the gyptian, and much more desirable, owing to its globe shape, great smoothness and regularity, having a small top very sweet, flesh fine and dark blood color.
7 DMAND’S TURNIP, ex, su, g, m—A selected strain, very uniform and even intype; flesh, deep blood red, exceedingly sweet and tender; of good market size,
‘ It is very early, and for marketmen’s use is justly popular and much called for wherever it has been sold. xtra
; Early Egyptian, ex, su,g,m—Ten days to two earlier than the Blood Turnip. Of fair quality, ium size; fine for forcing. MPROVED LONG BLOOD RED, I, wi, g,°m— ne of the finest Beets for winter and spring use, also on account of its great productiveness; very valuable to grow for cattle. Sweet, crisp and tender; color, rich red; withstands drought. ; 2.
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i] 3 : 3 " * 4 = Take Notice. While we cannot af.
5 : ford to send you a§& a single package of any kind of seed for less than 8 5c, yet if you order 50c worth of our seeds ins
«i packets, you remit us only 30c, or $1.00 worth s
2 you remit us only 50c, thus making 5c and 10c §
s packets cost only 2c and 5c, respectively, in!
$%1.00 quantities. See “Our New Terms on 2
= Packet Seeds,” front of Catalogue. "
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ewing’s Improved Blood Turnip, ea, su,m—Very symmetrical in shape and free from fibrous roots; flesh,
d blood red. ALF-LONG BLOOD, ¢, su, wi, g, m—An excellent ec early. Good also for winter and spring. astian’s Extra Early, ex, su,g,m—Very early, of bek, Jarge growth; fine turnip form, bright red color. arly Yellow Turnip, ex, su, h—Similar to Blood ip in form. but yellow in flesh. wiss Chard—A distinct vegetable and makes su- erior greens. The ribs are used as asparagus, the eaves as spinach. We recommend all our customers
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to grow it. MANGEL WURZEL for Stockh Food. ~ By freight or express at 25c per ib.
MAMMOTH GOLDEN GIANT—Color, yellow; 5 broad at top and bottom, making very heavy roots. A fayorite with leading farmers.
MMOTH LONG RED—Grows to an immense size, single roots weighing 30 to 50 ]bs. Under high culture 2,000 bushels per acre have been grown. Qual- ity excellent.
Golden Tankard—The flesh is deep yellow to the center. One of the best and richest for food for sheep ” cattle. Highly prized by stockmen.
‘ Champion Yellow Globe—The short root makes it articularly valuable for light soils. Is of fine quality and a heavy cropper. :
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GREAT SERS
ea, early; l, late; d, dwarf; ¢, tall; su; summer; /, fall; wi, winter; *, wrink- é, east; so, south; w, west; 2, home; 8, shipping. Varieties in large type
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B® \\. Secret.
If you want the best Seeds at lowest cost, that will pro- duce the best crops - and realize the most money, plant Everitt’s Cele- brated O. K. Seeds.
By freight or express.
EIN WANZLEBEN--This is the variety of Sugar Beet which the analytical chemists, both of Germany and this country, have united in recommending as pos- sessing the highest sugar-producing qualities. These scientific investigations have been fully sustained by the practical results of sugar-making in the factories. As much as 18 tons of sugar have been made from 100 tong6f roots of this variety. It is endorsed and recom- ded by Department of Agriculture at Washington. ane’s Sugar Beet—Long, symmetrical roots, fine grained and very sweet. A heavy cropper; splendid for tale use or cattle feeding.
ench Yellow Sugar—Grows very large; much
ve ground. Very rich in sugar.
VILMORIN’S SUGAR BEET—Color, white; me- dium.size. Greatly esteemed by sugar manufacturers. This is reeommended as being next to the Klein Wan- zleben in the percentage _ epee a will prenieon
= ant for first early, First and If in D oubt, Last, Crosby’s Improved Egyp- tian and Eclipse. They may be repeated for later marketings. For late, Karly Othello, Imp. Blood Tur- nip, Detroit Dark Long Blood. Klein Wanzleben ‘is the best Sugar Beet, and Mammoth Long Red the best
ae for good, deep soil. ROCOLI.. Early Purpie Cape—Produces large
heads of a brownish purple color. Very close and com- paet and ofexcellent flavor. Pkt. 5c, oz. 25c,14 1b. '75e. RUSSELS SPROUTS. Improved Dwarf—They row about 2 feet high and produce from the side of the stalk numerous little sprouts, 1 or 2 inches in diameter, resembling cabbage. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 4 lb. 60e. CHICORY. Large Rooted or Coffee—Pkt. 5e, ozg10c, 14 1b. 30¢, Ib. $1.00. OLLARDS. Georgia Southern—A vyariety - of cabbage. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 14 Ib. 35c, Ib. $1.00. ORN SALAD—PKt. 5c, 02. 10c, 14 th. 20¢, ib. 75c. CRESS, OR PEPPER GRASS—Sow early in the spring very thickly in shallow drills. The sowing should be repeated every week, as it soon runs to seed. Ugeé as a small salad. Curied—Pkt. 5e, oz. 10c, 14 tb. 25ce, lb. 70c. ter Cress—True. Pkt. 10c, oz. 25c, 14 1b. 5c.
Vegetable Peach or Mango se
| P aoe. BEETS FOR SUGAR. KL
They are the most beautiful of vegetables, growing o vines same as melon and resembling oranges in colo?, shape and size. = ;
The flesh is RING ae snow-white, : E makes handad-, VE: some and deli- cious preserves and sweet pick- les; excellent fried, and. for mangoes they have no equal. z Extremely éar- & ly, of easiest cul- ture and a won- 334 derful yielder, == covering the 4 ground with its ~
golden fruit, calling forth words of astonishment and admiration. Directions for growing, use of fruit, etc., on each’*packet. Pkt. 10c, 8 for 25c, 4. for 50c. ..
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MAKE NO MISTAKES.
Others make claims and pretentions of offer- ing the earliest Cabbage, but often times when extreme earliness is attained in other varieties you get little’ more than a bunch of leaves, while with »
veritt’s Earliest
Cabbage
. YOU GET A FINE, SOLID HEAD. Ex, su,g,m. Everitt’s Earliest is the earliest and best extra early.
IT’S THE FIRST TO HEAD.
IT MAKES GOOD SIZED, SOLID HEADS, LIKE THE ILLUSTRATION,
Not a bunch of leaves, like some other early varieties. Seventy days from sowing the seed you haye Cab- bage on the table or sell it in the market and get the . big price, if you plant Everitt’s Earliest. The heads are very solid, while the edible part is sweet and ten- der. The illustration shows a hal section of a head, which cannot be surpassed by any variety, early or late, in fine texture, small ribs and solidity. . By rea- son of this Cabbage coming so early, a second crop of late Cabbage or some other crop can be grown on the same ground. Set the plants 15 inches apart in the rows and the rows 2% feet apart.
If you are an Up-to-Date Gardener, and if you want to be ahead of your neighbors, you will cer- tainly want some of this Earliest Cabbage. It is oue of the best things we offer, and we again express the hope that every person who receives this Catalogue will obtain a package or more of it, even though they omit something else. Pkt. 10c, 4 for 25c,10 for | 50c, oz. 25ce, 14 Ib. 75e, Ib. $2.50,
‘A YcwT. CABBAGE. L, wi,h,m. Everybody knows that CWT. means hun- dred weight, and this is the largest and heaviest of all varieties of Cabbage, single specimens having weighed nearly a hundred pounds. It is the grand- est type of Mammoth Cabbage, and certainly whoever raises for exhibition purposes should not fail to include the CWT. Cabbage. A late fall and winter sort. Splen- did keeper and of good quality. For kraut it is simply immense, a few heads filling a barrel. Ifyou want the largest eae oe eae “7 gute Sea C ee and oe ke besides, one of splendi uality, plant some o wr. _ tS 2 a Pkt. 10c, 4 for 25e, Oz. ase, A in. 75e, Ib. S2.50. CWT. (Hundred Weight) CABBAGE.
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We have raised the White Dutch Cabbage with very good results. Wesowedone pound of your seed on two and one-half acres and the crop will bring about $250.00. Wesetourplants2 to3 feet apart; We think we obtain better results than would be obtained by setting the plants closer together. We fertilized the land with 500 pounds per acre, using Ludlam’s Dragon’s Tooth brand. One load of White Dutch Cabbage, 500 heads, weighed 4,500 pounds, an average of nine pounds per head, which is the best average we have ever seen, when all’ the plants were cut through the patch. I would say in conclusion that White Dutch Cabbage Seed grows the largest, hardest and most ma- tured heads of any seed I have yet seen, some of
' our heads weighing 2i pounds after being trimmed
- for market.
‘page for 20 years.
Wishing you success, H. N. BLAIR,
Skaneateles, N. Y
In regard to the White Dutch Cabbage, they were the best I ever raised, and I have been raising Cab- The average weight was from 12 to 18 pounds, and they often weighed 25 pounds. They are good keepers and do not rot, as other kinds often do. The quality was of the best, and the color could not be better. I set 8,000 to try them and will raise no other this year. The Cabbage, after heading, did not crack, but stayed solid and firm until fall. JACOB WRIDE, Auburn, N.Y.
The best leverhad. Grows quick, sure to head, large size, and of very fine flavor. ANTHONY PERRY, Pawtucket, R. I.
We have placed considerable of large, late, White
ee Dute e Seed in the hands of the market gar- _ depeTs, and they all report that it has given entire sat- . action. I will say personally that our trade has in-
Everitt’s Short Stem
This famous variety is a grand variety for truckers to raise for distant markets, while it is also a magnifi- cent and reliable variety for all purposes. Very reli- able to head in the South. Grows acompact head.
Another. year’s ‘fies the correctness of our claims for the Late
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A VERY PROFITABLE VARIETY FOR MAIN CROP.
test of this grand Cabbage further veri- White Dutch. Our sales more than double each year, & abecause old customers continue to grow it, while new customers are constantly learn- "). ing of its fine qualities. If every per-
son who receives this cata- logue will order a package or more this year, we know they will be well rewarded in the fine erop, whether for . home or market. -In com- aN pactness, solidity, hard- ness, weight, size of ‘p. head, uniformity of ys shape and excellent ykeeping qualities, it is unsurpassed by any sort heretofore on 7 the market, and pos- sesses the best quali- ties to give it the greatest commercial value.
The average weight of heads is from 15 to 24 lbs. This is the greatest winter and spring Cabbage, not rotting like many other kinds do. For table, there probably never will bea better, the head be- ing as white as snow, solid,
‘crisp and fine grained, while for Jo and shipping, it will lead
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creased very much, and feel confident that we can dis- pose of a large amount this coming season. The peo- ple now demand it. Ifeel confident that it will fill a long desired want in this market. THOMAS J. GREY & CO., ——————_,, Mass.
The sample of White Dutch Cabbage sent for trial in my grounds the past season proved it a fine strain of this popular Cabbage. As a shipping variety, itis very valuable. The solidity of 3 its. round heads, whether large or small, and its snowy whiteness, make it particularly attractive as a market vari- ety. C. L. ALLEN, Floral Park, Long Island. (
I consider your White Dutch Cabbage the best and most remunerative variety to grow, aS it is a sure header, of good size, firm, and of excellent flavor, making it a very valuable market variety. HENRY A. GALDE, Marlborough, N. Y.
Find enclosed $1.25 for large, late, White Dutch Cab- bage Seed. I had some of that seed last year, and it did excellent. I have the cabbage now, and they are bringing a good price. They are fine keepers. GEORGE E. GOWEN, Strathem, N. H.
PRICE This Cabbage Seed, in fact, all our va- * rieties of Cabbage Seed, are cheap at the prices we ask. Every ounce of our ‘Cabbage ed is grown under the constant watchfulness and care of the best Growers in the world, insuring purity and fidelity to their particular kinds. ‘Farmers and gardeners must not judge quality entirely by price, but by the reputa- tion of the seller. O. K. Seeds are always right, re- gardless of price. I pkt.10c,3 for 25c, oz. 30c, 144 lb. $1.00, per lb. $3.00, and is cheap at the price,
Drumhead Cabbage.
Withstands drought well. Seldom bursts or rots. Heads frequently weigh 30 Ibs. each. Keeps untii late spring. Stem very short. It is almost all head and very sure to head. Pkt. 5e¢ (worth 5 times the price), oz. 15c, 4 Ib. 60c, lb. 82.00
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EXTRA EARLY AND EARLY VARIETIES.
One packet of seed will produce aboul 400 planis; one ounce about 3000.
f Mesa ea ex, su, g—A well known extra early sort. . SC, OZ. 12e, 4 ib. 406c, lb. $1.20.
i rly Etampes, ex, su, g—Quickly forms fine, solid, ; ointed heads. Of extra quality. Pkt. 5c, oz. ice, ». 40c, lb. $1.20.
VERITT’S EARLY GIANT, ¢, su, wi, g—No other variety grows as rapidly as this, and early in the sum- ; mer you have cabbage heads equaling the fall and win- } ter sorts. Headsvery solid. If planted late is a fine fall i and winter sort. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 4%41b, 60c, lb.
.00. IMP. EARLY WINNIGSTADT, ex, su, f, g—One of the best Extra Earlies, being a sure header and will grow a head under circumstances where many others would fail. The heads are so solid that cabbage worms ean not penetrate them. Valuable for summer, fall and winter. : Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 144 ib. 50¢, ib. $1.50. SELECTED EARLY JERSEY WAKEFIELD, e, su, g—A favorite sort. Heads very compact, solid, of conical shape. Few outside leaves. Pkt. 5c, oz. 25e, Y4Ab. 75¢, lb. $2,50. ; ALL HEAD EARLY, ¢, su, f, wi, g—A new variety and one of the largest earlies in cultivation. Being a very thoroughbred variety the heads are very uniform and itis certain to head; growth compact, admitting close planting. If planted late, it is a splendid winter age. Pkt. 5c, oz. 25c, 14 Ib. 5c, Ib. $2.50. IMP. EARLY SUMMER, ¢é, su, f,g—A bopuer sort. Our strain of this peerless cabbage ts not excelled. Fine, large; solid heads will form in 90 days from sowing the seed, with proper care and cultivation. Pkt, 5c, oz.
Me 4 1b. 60c, lb. $2.00.
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arly Flat Dutch, e, su, f, wi, g—Popular wherever
i rownr. A good second early, of excellent quality. - 5€, oZ. 15¢, 4 lb. 50c, fb. S1.75. -_ :
G ouisville Early Drumbhead, e¢, su, wi, g—A very
hoice variety, largely grown in thissection and follow-
ing immediately after the Early Summer.
. ed late makes an excellent winter cabbage. Pkt. Se,
02. 20c; 14 1b.60¢e, Ib. $2.00. BT
ses. GG : ie. ee “ LATE VARIETIES. © AUTUMN KING, 1, f, wi, g—A grand autumn and winter cabbage. Heads of enormous size and yery solid. . This variety is scarcely excelled by any other in weight.of crop per acre. Pkt. 5c, oz. 25e, 4% lb. 75¢,
Ib, 2.50. is : ; : “ yALe SEASONS, J, 7, wi, g—We have sold this relia- le variety for over 10 years with the greatest satisfac- tion to our customers. If sownearly will produce large heads early, and if sown late isa superior winter sort. We sell this cabbage in large quantities to many large growers, who prefer it toall others. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20e, if lb. 60c, lb. $2.00. E ea ~~ EVERITY’S SUPERIOR LARGE, LATE, FLAT DUTCH, |, f, wi, g—So well known as to scarcely need description, Our ‘‘Superior” strain is un-
excelled. Pkt. 5c, 0z. 15c, 14 Ib. 50c, lb. $1.75. Succession, ¢€, su, f, wi, g—A fine fall and winter cab- bage.. This variety-is one of the surest to head, scarcely ee failing. Pkt. 5c,0z. 20c, 14 1b. 60¢e, Ib. $2.00. SURE. HEAD, I, f, wi, g—Takes its name from its qualicy of always heading up, even under unfavorable conditions. In all cases gives great satisfaction for gen-
eralcrop. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 4 Ib. 60e, lb. $2.00,
® Fottier’s Improved Brunswick, l, f, wi, g—Pro- |¥
duees.a large, firm, solid head, often weighing from 20 te 30. pounds. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15¢, 4 lb. 50c, Ibs 81.755 5 * Drumhead Savoy, /, f, wi, g—A very large-headed
Weariety. partaking .of the size of the Drumhead Cab- bage; flavor of the Savoys. .Pkt. 5c, oz. 15¢e, 14 1b. 5Gc, Ib. S1L.75¢
_ THE LUPTON.
Originated by Mr. J. M. Lupton, the largest individual Cabbage-grower on Long Island, who says of. it: ‘I
originated the Lupton from a’ single early plant of a
late variety. It is between the two in point of size and season of maturity, coming: in after the second. earlies and peforetie Jate—more thoroyghbred and holding
edlof bétter than any ldte sort. It combinés the health and yigor of_late sorts, with the uniformity and-sure heading qualities of. the best second earlies,’?. Neimew variety of recent introduction surpasses the Lupton for merit and. general desirability. Pkt. 5¢, oz. 25¢, 34 ib. 75c, Ib. $2.50... 15 500 <i ‘
When plant-.
HOLLANDER. —- |
This is a variety of cabbage that has been exported to this country from Holland, arriving late in the sea- son, and on account of its well preserved condition, great solidity and depth of head. selis at higher prices than American sorts. Itis ene of the hardiest var- ieties in cultivation, enduring drought and frost that weuld destroy other varieties. Head oi med- ium size, round and very solid; matures late. We offer the genuine, every seed strictly true. Don’t take chances, as there is much spurious seed on the market. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20, 4 Ib. 60c, Ib. $2.00.
CAULIFLOWER
One packet of seed will produce about 200 plants ; one ounce about 3,000.
EARLY SNOWBALL, ex, su, wi, g—Gilt Edge Strain. Probably grown more than all other varieties together for forcing or wintering over forearly crop. Wespareno pains or expense to produce the best seed possible, and confidently recommend it as equal to that offered by oe ee Pkt, 15c, 4% oz. 7S5c, oz. $1.50, ib.
XTRA EARLY DWARF ERFURT, ¢, su, wi, g— Gilt Edge Strain. Our stock is almost as early as Early Snowball and is very desirable for forcing or for plant- ing out doors. Plants compact, with a few narrow, upright leaves; making it the best for close planting. Our stock of this is unsurpassed. Pkt. 10c, 14 oz. 65c, 0z¥$1.25, 4 Ib. $4.00.
arly Paris, ex, su, g—An excellent early sort. Short stocks, white head. Pkt. 10c, 4% oz. 35c, oz. 60c, ¥4 Ibs $2.00. ;
ARDENER’S FAVORITE CAULIFLOWER, ex,
, wi, g—The earliest and finest Caulifiower in the country. Resembling Snowball in habit, andsure heading under adverse conditions to the most marked degree. It will head when all others fail. Dwarf erect habit, with few surplus leavés, allowing to be planted closely... Heads are ‘very solid, pure white and_of finest table quality. Pkt.
10¢, 1% 0Z. 50¢, 0z- $1.00, 4% Ib. 3.50.00
CARROTS. ~ - Sow 1 oz. to 200 feet of Drill, 2 lbsito Acre’
Price of all Carrots, unless otherwise quoted: Pkt. 5c, 0z.10@c, 14 1b. 25c, lb. J5e. By freight or y" Aen not less than 5 Ibs. of a kind, 60c. per Ib.
. Early French Forcing, ex, si—The earliest variety, largely grown for. forcing purposes; globe-shaped root of an orange-red color, » 2ispaw ARLY SCARLET HORN, ex, su, wi, o—Best for rly J pacer le out of doors. Tops small; roots top- shaped; surface dented, skin orange-red..~ = - X-HEART, ¢, su, wi, g—Intermediate in length, be- een the half-long varieties and-the.Short Horn, but much thicker than the latter, attaining at the top 3 or 4 inches in. diameter, -It.is of. fine quality for table use, and deserves general cultivaticn. gx bon te ZNEW CHANTENAY, I, su, wi, g—This new, half-
\dong, stump-rooted Carrot is one of the most pro- ductive varieties known; has an extra la shoul- der, is easily dug, and is in every way desirable. It is very smooth, fine in texture, and of a beautiful rich orange color, yetnn™t ot) * ANVER’S HALF-LONG ORANGE, l,. su, wi,.g— most excellent variety for all soils. It will yield the greatest bulk with smallest length of roots of any yar- iety. 20 to 30 tons being no unusual crop per re. . % ’ ; - . € ’ fa Red Saint Vallery, I, su, wi, g—A large, beautiful arrot, of a rich, deep orange-red color. The roots grow very straight and smooth, from 10 to 12
inches long.” Very fine quality for tableise, and piaductivee fat! ConA aA i my AMPROVED LONG ORANGE, i, su, wi, g—Lone
, good yielder. Good for table or stocks” We*offer best strain of this fine yariety.. . -«s: «+ +
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Fhe Largest Yellow Carrot
iant Victoria MOST PRODUCTIVE OF ALL.
This is the largest and unquestionably the heaviest cropping and. most nutritious Yellow variety in culti- vation. It is the largest and best form_of Orange or Yellow Carrot known. The roots are remarkably fine, very symmetrical and of excellent quality, possessing high feeding properties. It is a heavy cropper on all soils, but especially adapted for strong or rich land. It grows fully twice as much weight per acre as the ordi- nary varieties, and as the roots grow more above the ground, it is much easier to gather the crop. The roots fre-
uently measure 12 to 18 inches in circumference and yields 20 tons per acre. Nothing excels this
arrotin quantity and quality of stock feed that can be grown on a limited ; Zz area of ground. This grand variety is sure to suitevery one who grows it. — age
N. P. CLARK, St. Cloud, Minn., Importer and Breeder of Clydesdale ii Horses, Short-horn and Guernsey Cattle, says: ‘‘In expressing My _@@Titini opinion as to the value of Carrots for stock, will say that P| no one who feeds stock can afford to be without them. Iasi feed each year Mangel Wurzels and Ruta Bagas and me esteem them very highly, but CarrotsIregardas . indispensable. I increase my acreage of e Carrots each year and believe I secure bet- ter results from them than anything else I feed, and no variety can be better in quality and great
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productiveness than the Vic- fii toria.” fi ib. '75e. : By express, GOc
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ust E ce a is a branch store for O. K. SEEDS. ‘What could be more convenient? Hand the Postmaster a letter and in a couple
of days you will receive the Best Seeds that are planted under the sun, all charges paid. Why tisk your crops on store seeds of uncertain age and quality? O. K. SEEDS planted means success. Store
seeds planted means—WHAT ?
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a weersgaery removed. Choice Blanched Celery can be
ee = raised as easily as ahead of cabbage or iettuce. ’ eas We have sold many thousands of packets of our Eureka Seli-Blanching, and we have not had one customer to complain, but, on the contrary, wesell to many of our cus- toners of previous years by the ounce, one-fourth pound and pound. They say they never raised any crop that met with as much favor among customers as the Eureka Celery. Theonly trouble we have with it is to grow enough seed tosupply the demand. One great advantage of the Eureka is the fact that it will keep all winter, while any other self-blanching variety will not keep much beyond Christmas. Stalks beautiful in appearance, compact in growth and solid. Dwarfhabit. Color of outer leaves, cream, tinted with green; stalks and inner leayes creamy white; ribs very crisp, tender and of the most superior flavor. Al] who have not heretofore grown this Celery should do so without further delay. Itis bound to give satisfaction. Pkt. 10c, 3 pkis, 25c, oz. 50c, 14 Ih. $1.50.
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A Page of g One packet will fro: duce about 2,060 the Best p ell ee na sa Varieties of plant about 34 acre.
SEOLDEN SELF-BLANCHING, e, g, su, f-Gilt edge strain. A remarkable stocky and strong growing variety, solid and delicious flavor, self-blanching and a good keeper. Oneof the very best for early market. Pkt. ide, oz. 40e, 14 Ib. $1.00. Golden Self-Blanuching—As usually sold. Pkt. 5e, SS ee L wh : aS . —— a hi Z. 200, 4 Ib, 75. Vee ORE Spe r¢ d .AWHITE PLUME, ex, g, su, f_Gilt edge strain. OQ@AGEls a Saal ha 4 eas : : Gach year addsto the popularity of this variety. Many mar- = = . ; ~ PPLE ket gardeners now plant their entire crop of it. The heart and stock are naturally white, and ; consequently it needs very little earthing. Eating qualities are the very best; will not keep latin the winter. Pkt. 10e, oz. 25e, 4 Ib. 75e. ww White Plume—as usually sold. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20e, 4 Ib. 60e. _Afalamazoo Broad Ribbed, 1. g, f, wi—A distinct variety; its broad ribs, thick and osely set, are solid, crisp and of fine flavor. Grows rapidly and by reason of its neat and com- pact growth and showy appearance, makes 2 grand market variety. Pkt. 5e, oz. 15e, +4 Ib. a0c, Ib. $1.59. ®& New Eose, |, f, wi—The red or rose Celeries are better in many respects than the white. They are more solid, hence keep better and have to a greater degree that nutty flayor so desirablein celery. Pkt. de, oz. 15e, 14 Ib. 50e. sa% Dwarf Golden Heart, m, f, wi—In quality, appearance and size this variety leaves little ‘to. be desired. PKt. Se, oz. lide, 4 Ib. 56e, Ib. $1.50. i GIANT GOLDEN HEART, 1, f, wi—A careful selection from the Dwarf Golden Heart Ba Dy a gardener who made the need of a critical market his study for years. Thequalityis - fully equal to the original stock, and in habit of growth is taller than its parent. The stalks are very thick and perfectly solid. Unexcelled as a longkeeper.. Pkt. 5e, oz. 15e, 4 Ib. 50e. oe Perfection Hartwell, |, f, wi—One of the best flavored, most crisp and tender of the white = Warieties ; the stalks are medium tall, round, very solid, crisp and tender, fine nutty flavor. Pk. 5e, oz. 15e, 4 Ib. 45e, Ib. $1.50. _ rvawford’s Half Dwarf, |, f, wi—Solid, of vigorous growth and nutty flavored; very rhnamenial. PKt. 5c, oz. le, 4 lb. 50ce, Ib. $1.50. &> GIANT PASCAL, |, wi, m—it excels in flavor and is free from any bitter taste. The ribs are © the largest of all, thick, hard, solid, stringless, and of a beautiful waxy appearance. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15e, 4 1b. 50e. . Meleriac—Turnip-rooted Celery. Pkt. 5e, oz. 15.
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TOWELL’S EVERGREEN.
This grand variety is more largely grown for main crop than any other. If-you are assured that you are getting the best seed of this variety that can be produced, you may be sure you are right and you can go ahead with confidence of satisfactory results. Our seed is the result of many years of scientific growth and selection, and is grown in a locality perfectly adapted to grow this variety to the greatest perfection. There are other sections where this variety is largely grown for seed for other seedsmen, where climate and soil have the effect of making a glaze or hard shell on the grain, which is reproduced in the crops grown from this seed. For table purposes and canning this is a serious defect, deplored by all lovers of ¢ tender, juicy sweet corn. The careful attention given to the growth of our corn and to the | adaptability of soil and climate, ¥ ey preserve and improve the good qualities, until at the present time we have Stowell’s Evergreen Corn superior to the original stock sent out by Mr. Stowell many years ago. .
We have endeavored to portray in our illustration the appear- ance of this corn as we growit. When in the green state the grains are large, plump, juicy and of exquisite sweetness of flavor, When dried for seed they assume a much shriveled ap- pearance. The grains are very deep, the cobsmall. This variety, grown in less favorable localities and with less care, will have shorter and less shriveled grains and be glazed and flinty.
For home use and market, also for canning, our pedi- gree strain of Stowell’s Evergreen Sweet Corn is unsur- passed. As it comes at a time when it competes with the main crops, the grower can depend on its superior qualities, large ear and great productiveness to insure him profitable returns, and he willseldom ' be disappointed. Its long ear and
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4 PRICE OF EVERITT’S SUPERIOR STRAIN OF STO- WELL’S EVERGREEN SWEET CORN—By mail, pkt. 10c, pt. 20c, qt. 35c. By freight or express, peck 50c, bu. $2.50. 2 bus. or more at $2.25 per bu.
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_ As early as Early Adams, with an ear twice as large, and as sweet as any Corn ever put on the table, This corn originated in Indiana and is a great honor to the Hoosier State. We confidently believe there _ CE: is not its superior for earliness, quality and size of ear com- ( I Se
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REPORTS FROM GROWERS.
Mighty fine, large and very sweet. WM. SUBER, Broad Ripple, Ind.
Indiana Wonder Sweet Corn is the earliest and largest eared variety I ever grew. CHAS, M. DOLEN, Wayerly, Ind. Earlier than any other I ever tried; of superior quality, with
larger ear than. Early Adams. It.cannot be too highly recom- mended. : F. V. BEELER, Friendswood, Ind.
Planted same time with Early Adams. It was a little earlier, much larger ear, well formed. Remained in condition for table louger than any other kind I ever raised.
URIAH LOW, Carlton, Ind.
Indiana Wonder Corn made a quick growth and big yield. We highly recommend it as far superior to Adams in size of ear, table -
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Much larger and better than Adams. JOHM M. GRAHAM, Whiteland, Ind.
The earliest, largest eared and best quality Corn I ever grew. W. T. MEMIFEE, Brownsburg, Ind.
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LEDALE PROLIFIC—A profitable variety ; has borne as Es SOS:
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HITE RICE—A very handsome variety. Ears short, kernels 2 ong, and resemble the grain of rice. Color, white; of the best quality for popping, and as it is the standard market variety, with ‘ a good reputation everywhere, we advise its growth by every pets son wh grows Pop Corn to sell.
SNOW BALL—Like the flake of, snow falling as it bopsrand like a pile of pure white snow as it liesina hgtip. Tender, rich, melting.
BOY’S FAVORITE—Quite a novel sort. Grows of many different colors, all growing on the same stalk.
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To each of our customers who will write the correct interpretation of the illustration, we will send an extra packet of choice seeds free. J. A. EVERITT, Seedsman.
O. K. SEEDS give entire satisfaction. The Tomatoes were just as recommended. If they have any fault it is their very large size. i was well pleased with the radishes, beets and peas, also.
KATE BEEM, Kirklin, Ind.
All the O. K. SEEDS I received from you did exceedingly well, a the Six-Weeks Potatoes were just splendid. They cot just
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NEW KVE BE I G COCA K In calling especial attention to. : e this new and unique variety, }' we. wish to emphatically state that it is one of the most valuable sorts ever introduced. It is of |
small size, very early, enormously productive and valuable as a green Pickler. The pecul- | lar merit of this novelty is that the vines continue to flower and produce fruit until killed by |
frost, whether the ripe Cucumbers are picked off or not—in which respect it differs from | all other sorts in cultivation. It will, however, produce more fruit if they are picked. Cucum- bers in every stage of growth will be found on the same vine. Owing to its great productiveness it is one of the best to plant for small pickles. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 14 lb. 30c, Ib. $1.00.
AHE EMERALD.
A Dark Green Cucumber that will hold its color.
It is a selection from the White Spine, made after 7 years’ careful, systematic work. It re- tains every good quality of the best White Spines, and in addition it possesses a rich dark green color, so long sought for, but never before ob- tained in any other variety. It is strictly ever- green, retaining its color until fully ripe. The fruit sets early and the vigorous vines abound with beautiful lonz, straight, handsome Cucum- bers of the crispest and best quality. For forcing and long shipping unexcelled. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 44 Ih. 20¢, Ib. 75c.
/GLUMBING Japanese CUCUMBER
This great novelty was introduced from Japan into Europe, where it created a great sensation and was the reigning novelty, and met with phenomenal sale. From Europe it crossed over to this country, where they are also having an enormous sale.
The vines are healthy, vigorous growth, with rich dark green foliage, and throw out strong, grasping tendrils, which enable it toclimb trellis, wire netting, brush or any other suitable support. It clings so tightly that itis not prostrated by heavy storms of windorrain. It comes into bearing quickly and continues to set the fruits abun- dantly throughout the season, while the climbing habit of growth enables the fruit to grow perfectly straight; of large size, from twelve to sixteen inchesin length. The Cucumbers are thick, exceedingly tender, and of delicate flavor, of cylindrical shape, flesh pure white, skin dark green, turning to brown and netted; when ripe they are of excellent quality for slicing, and when young make attractive pickles. With this variety of Cucumbers, the product of a given area of ground can be in- creased three fold, thus making them particularly valuable in small gardens or to grow on high-priced land. |Egam The vines continue bearing late in fall. Pkt. 5c, oz. Bam 10c, % lh. 20c, Ih. 75c. (3 =
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GIANT PERA, lI, g—A variety re-
-markable forits great size, often attain- |
ing a length of 18 ins. and 10 ins. in eircumference.
ARISIAN PROLIFIC PICK-
G, ea, g—A great acquisition. Very ‘long, slender, cylindrical, densely cov- ered with fine prickles, and deep rich greenincolor. The flesh is very crisp and tender. Oneof the best for slicing, as well
% pickles. Enormously productive. | ichol’s Medium Green, ea, g—Very thick through, full at both ends, hand-
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: wth and very productive.
- Westerfields Chicago Pickling, ex, g—Fruit_ medium length, pointed at each end, with very large and promi- nent spines; color deep green. Largely grown for factories. Extra early and very productive.
REEN PROLIFIC OR BOSTON
j ICKLING, ea, g—A very prolific va- riety; thriving in any locality. With good culture 200,000 can be raised on an acre,
MPROVED EARLY WHITE PINE OR ARLINGTON, e—Vines vigorous, fruiting early and abun- dantly ; fruit straight and handsome, light green with a few white spines. The young fruits are unusually crisp
d tender. Early Frame, ¢, g—A well known early sort. Vigorous cron productive and fine ity.
arly Green Cluster, ¢, g—A Short, prickly variety, bearing in clusters near the root. Itisa great bearer and matures carly.
Very desirable for pickles. PROVED LONG REEN, ¢, g—Forms fruits for the table nearly as early as the shorter kinds. Grows12 inches long, firm and crisp, with very few seeds. The young fruit
adces the best of pickles, i@snake—This cucumber grows ometimes to the length of six
feet,-curled up like a snake, ice 10¢c
ersey Pickling, e, g— ertainly one of the finest pickling cucumbers in the market. Early and a great. bearer, well formed, firm*and crisp. ‘Early Russian — The arliest of all; small size, excellent quality.
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tested and has proved itself'to be an evergreen and also an everbearing sort. In cases where cucumbers had not been gathered and frost killed the vines, the ground when viewed from a short distance appeared EE
to be entirely covered with cu- . cumbers. Our spe-
cial claim for this G variety is its won- « derfar, productive- ness; oneoftheear- \&/ liest, handsomest, most valuable sorts grown. Pe Pkt. 5e, oz.
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: No garden should be without a few plants of this most de- The following | licious*egetable. If all were acquainted with their excellence varieties will be| tha@pwouldbe grown as generally as tomatoes.
found very useful : J ‘EW PEARL about every house. ETE — The best
Start the seed early | «4-1; ; White Egg. Itresem- and transplant. | mes the New York
3 13 Purple in shape, but YAUNE 1 Pki. of each, ih 20c. 1 = |
itis pure white, and oftentimes exceeds - that popular yariety
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15c. men everywhere; fruit large, smooth and deep purple; fe flesh ae a See splendid tool for | good quality. t. =, ’ é apane hot liq- | 5¢,.0Z. 20c, 44 lb. New York Imp. Large uids. “The han- |,73#, lb, $2.75. Purple, dles do not heat |W Early Long Purple—Hardier and earlier than the | through. Pkt.5c, | New York Purple, succeeding further north. Fruit from — oz. 15c. | 6 to 94nches long. Good quality; one of the best: Pkt.
| SeyOz. 15e, YI. 50c, Ib. 1.75.
Disheloth— {xtra Early Dwarf Round Purple—Same in gen- Makes an admira- |ral appearance to New York Purple, but smaller. Tis ble vegetable dish- | great merit is in its hardiness and extra earliness, hence & cloth. The pecu-/|it is valuable in northern sections. PKt. 5c, oz, 20c; 3 liar ere a the | 14 Ib. 65ce, 1b. $2.00. is a part used, which is r sponge - like, por- [‘A J ENDIVE. : ous, very tough | * Green Curled—Not only most useful as a salad, but it and elastic. The/| is highly ornamental from its delicately cut and eolored vines are very or- | leayes. It is much sed for garnishing. PKt. 5c, oz. namental. Pkt. | 19, 14 Ib. 25e. . 10c, uz. 25e. « Broad Leaved Batavia — Produces abundantly.
Chiefiy used for flavoring. Price same as above. ;
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2 from4to10gallons! Garlic is used for a variety of flavoring purposes, ; Suge re hard, | pjant the sets six inches apart in rows one foot apart. betas aE 1, They | ‘As soon as the leaves have turned, the crop is matured, carictroluuee and may be harvested like onions. > x F such 2 puekete: Gams Sets—Per Ib., postpaid, 40c. may cosets, Soap and | # KOHL RABI yy Salt dishes, nest | pariy White Vienna—Very early, small, handsome,
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boxes, ete. Pkt. Ree gate AS | white bulbs. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15¢e, 14 ib. 56c. Y 10c, 02. 25¢. * Early Purple Vienua—Identical with former, except = = : in gélor. Pkt. 5e, oz. 15¢,14 Ib. 50. & ———= ==> fr FR a ees re va LEEK. ‘ir arn American Flag—Used for soups and salads, also fine | 3 F when sliced- and cooked with peas. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10 > to
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$100 oréer for 2 market gardener or farmer. We are after all such orders, and they cannot do b ter than to sow O. K; SEEDS. (32) oz
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ve packet will sow about 30 feet of Grill, 1 oz. about 150 feet of drill, 2 lbs. per acre.
DWARF CURLED SCOTCH OR GERMAN GREENS—A dwarf variety, rarely exceeding 18 inches in height, but spreading out under good cul- tivation to 3 feet in diameter. The leaves are very beautifully curled and of a bright green. Very hardy, will stand out where the temperature does
not fall below zero. It is most tender after being bit- ten by a sharp frost. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 4 Ib. 20¢c,
| Ibe65c.
/, Siverian—Sometime called ‘‘ Sprouts ’”’ and ‘‘Ger-
man Greens.’’ In this variety the very large, green leayes are comparatively plain in the eenter, but coarsely cut and frilled on the edge. The plant is low, but spreading, and very hardy. Pkt. 5e, oz.
10c,*4 Ib. 20c, Ib. 65c.
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Kale Greens.
VERITT’S #2 THE QUEE evewasmine LIT TUCE stuasss:
BEAUTIFUL COLOR AND FORMS LARGE, HANDSOME, TEN- DER HEADS, THE LONGEST STANDING OF ALL.
Every gardener knows the importance of having a lettuce that is slow to run to seed, and they should also know that this sort excels all _- others in this respect. It will remain almost all summer in &<% prime condition from one sowing. It isalso early and remark- able for the size of its head, which is solid, composed of thick, smooth, very tender leaves, the inner ones finely blanched, and all of the finest quality. A very bright green and attractive variety. Self-blanching, crisp, ; tender and of excellent flavor. This is one of the finest varieties we know of, and will please everybody for family or market garden, Par- ticularly do we urge market gardeners to grow it, and it will put money in their , purses, as no variety will bring oe more money or produce a more G
permanent crop. Pkt. 10¢, oz. 20c, 14 1b, 40c, lb. $1.25.
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grow. What could be more convenient? We guarantee safe arrival, and O.K. Seeds guarantee - your crops. Asari, INTERESTING is-UP-TO-DATE FARMING AND GARDENING to | f ~~ every person who plants Seeds and cultivates Plants. See last pagesPAAKKK RK RRIF
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One pkt. will sow a bed about 5 feet square. One ounce 4 about 300 feet of drill. 3lbs. an acre. yw BLACK SEEDED SIMPSON—No head. Curled, Forcing. ¢,g,m. For those who want a lettuce that does not head, we recommend this variety as superior toall others. It has thin, very tender leaves, which are formed in large loose clusters; it is valuable for forcing and sowing out of doors, for early summer. The leaves are light yellowish green and a little wilt- ing is not noticed. This variety is very popular with market gardeners. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, % Ib 25e,
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’ % CALIFORNIA CREAM BUTTER—Head.la, so,m. Adistinct variety of cabbage Lettuce. It ® forms round, solid heads, of magnificent size. & The leaves are of a very cream-yellow color— 4 most refreshing in appearance and par- ticularly rich and buttery to the taste. The heads are of good size, compact, very hard Y andsolid. The heads are so solid that gen- erally they have to be cut before any seed stock can make its appearance. Pkt. 5e, o0z,A0c, 44 lb 25¢, lb. 85c.
"NEW YORK —Head. ea, g,m. Heads al- most as solid as an early summer cabbage, which in general form it somewhat resembles. It blanches itself naturally, tender and ef ex- cellent flavor, and entirely free from bitterness. Ext. 5e, OZ. 10¢, y% Ib. 25¢, Ib. $5c.
# GRAND RAPIDS—No head. Forcing. ¢,
g,m. This famous variety originated at Grand Rapids, Mich., where it is largely grown for shipment, and where it is considered the best loose-headed Lettuce for forcing under glass, Also desirable for early spring out door culti- vation. Leaves medium size, of light yellow- | ish-green color, much crimped, frilled and orna- i mental; very upright, compact growth; forms i a fair sized but loose head; crisp, tender and a F good quality. Will stand without spoiling a week to ten days after it is fit to eut. More largely used for forcing than any other variety. PEt. 5c, 02. 10c, 44 Ib. 25c, Ih. $5e.
© DENVER MARKET—Head. e,g, m. Am
early variety of Head Lettuce for open ground. It quickly forms large solid heads and is slow to go to seed. The leaves are crisp and tender, beautifully curled and crimpled, and of excel- lent flavor. By the blistered leaves it distin- guishes itself from any other kind of Lettuce now grown. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 14 lb. 25c, 1 vs $5c.
IMPROVED HANSON — Head. la, g, m. The finest strain of this popular variety in the country is what we offer. Our seed will produce mammoth heads almost -as solid as cabbage, oftentimes exceeding 5 lbs. in weight, deliciously sweet, crisp and tender. Stands drought and scorch- ing heat better than many others. Itis entirely free from bitter taste, even te the outer leaves.
Each succeeding year the Hanson Let- tuce holds its popularity against all new candidates. Pkt. 5c,o0z.10c, 4 Ib. 25e, lb. 85c.
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é are reminded of a few features Our Customers of our business, viz: We sell ‘81.00 worth of Packet Seeds for 50 cents. We Publish “Up-to-date Farming and Gardening.” See last pages. We have re-built and improved Qur Man-weight Garden Cultivators and Drills. “They are by far the best line of garden tools on ‘the market. See latter part of catalogue.
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BUTTERCUP, e, g—For beauty of foliage, extreme ten- derness and delicacy of flavor it is hard to beat. Plant med~
eC jum size, with numerous round, smooth leaves, which are: \vs@ of a beautiful yellow color, sweet and tender. Always forms: - good solid heads. It is one of the best of new varieties. Pkt-. 5ev0z. 10¢, 14 lb. 25c, lb. 75e.
‘arly Tennis Ball, ex, head, forcing, g, m—A fine early sort; very hardy. One of the best for forcing under glass. Heads are’ small but extremely solid. Not very valuable for outside culti- vation on account that it runs to seed quickly. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10¢,% lb. 25¢, lb. 75c.
, OMHANNOCK, no head, !, 9g, m—Entirely distinct from all ther existing varieties and of fine quality. It forms a beau-- tiful plant ten to twelve inches high, grows very quickly, is ready to cut early; remains for weeks of the finest quality. Pkt. 5e, oz. 10c, 14 lb. 25c, lb. 85c.
Vilton’s White Star, sar no head, curled, Ss. forcing, l,g,m—Ot
== the Black Seeded. Simpson type, but grows larger and more rapid-
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main long in condition for use before run-WYS 5 Owing to the thick leaf keep long after Y cutting without ¢ wilting. For forcing and early planting outdoors it is a decided improvement over other varieties of this class for either pur- pose. Pkt.5e, OZ 10c, iy lb. 25e, lb. 3%5c. c
head, l, s, m (White Seed- ed)—A very popular yari- ety with those sei = gardeners-who want a large-heading, forcing sort, and also for outdoor winter culture. The plants are large, very hardy and vigorous, with broad, comparatively smooth, thin and very =hard leaves, which are bright, light green in color and when = well grown are quite tender. Indoors this forms a solid head, gSe=while outside it is less distinctively a heading sort. It is = E= crowndn the south as a winter lettuce. Pkt. 5¢, oz. 10c, 1% 2: =Ihb. ; Cs lb. $1.00. ~— ©** All Summer Lettuce”—One dozen varieties mixed. - Will give you excellent Lettuce allsummer frem one sowing...
=e ary a packet this season. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 14 Ib. 25¢,. b. 75e.
If for any reason your seeds have not been satis- factory before, try O. HR. SEEDS this year, and you will have no cause for complaint DW GOGO OGOGoOLe
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warm water, and cover with hay as before. One pound
MUSHROOMS,
Considering the lack of knowledge about how to grow this crop, we give culture directions herewith. Mushroomscan be grown in any dark room or cellar, where the temperature can be maintained at 50 to 60 degrees. From old pastures procure the soil, and store it aways To one bushel of this soil add two bushels of fresh horse manure. Of this well mixed compound pert a bed, say 4 feet in width. Put down a thin yer and eaaed it down hard, and go on until you have a bed eight inches thick. It will soon become awe hot, but let the heat recede until it is only 85 or degrees. Then make holes, say a foot apart, and put in the spawn, two or three pieces as large as a walnut in each hole. Cover the holes and press the soil solid and smooth. Let the bed remain in this condition about twelve days; then cover the bed with two inches of fresh loam, and over this place four or five inches of hay or straw, and the workisdone. Ifthe temperature is right, in six or eight weeks you may expect Mush- rooms. The bed will continue bearing from twenty to thirty days. After the first crop is gathered, spread over the bed an inch of fresh soil, moistened with
of spawn is enough for a bed 3 x6 feet.
Mushroom Spawn, best English, by mail, 1 1b. 30c, By express, not prepaid, per lb. 20c, 8 Ibs..
$1.00. MUSTARD.
e young leaves are used for spring salad. Mustard, White—Best for salad or culinary pur- poses. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 14 Ib. 20c¢, Ib. 50c. * Chinese or Giant Southern Curled—Pkt. 5c, oz.. Oc, 4 lb. 25ce, lh. V5c.
OKRA.
A large, vigorous plant, requiring agood deal of room:- large kind should be planted not less than three feet apart,and the dwarf about eighteen inches. In mild climates sow the seed in the open ground; haye the-
und clean and mellow, as for a hill of corn.
WHITE VELVET (White Creole)—Pods round,
smooth, much larger than other sorts; produced im great profusion. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 4 lh. 25e, lb. 75ce
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Petoskey <; or
<~/’PAUL ROSE. i" he e,g,m. A successful cross of the Osage with the at "\ Netted Gem, and combines the sweetness of
; i the former with fine netting of the latter. It Dy also possesses a firmness of rind, although thin,
“zd and “cheesy” structure of the flesh peculiarly its own, which are great advantages. It sur- passes others as a crate or basket shipper and
long keeper. In times of
PAUL ROSE sells out }clean at four or five times prevailing prices, The i melons are of such uniform size that it is easy to pack
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attractive appearance when openedup. The originator, whose name they bear, claims that they will carry further, arrive in better con- dition and give better satis- faction than any other sal- mon-fleshed melon on the market. Color of netting, gray underlaid by a dark green rind, the combination making a strikingly beauti- ful appearance.
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Price, unless otherwise stated: Pkt. Zz. Sc, 4 Ib. 20c, lb. 50.
XTRA EARLY HACKENSACK, ez, g,
| m—Ten days earlier than the old Hackensack,
which enables growers to put them on the
market when they will bring double the
i btained for the old sort. They grow
, round-shaped, flattened at both ends,
1 and flesh green, of rich, sugary flavor.
ACME or BALTIMORE, e, 9, m—Very pro-
uctive, oblong. Of large size, ribbed and
heavily netted. <A good shipper.
Flesh thick, light green and of g00 ality.
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size, but of best quality; season
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Improved Montreal Market, l, 9, m—A magnificent musk melon. The fruit is round and flattened, as is shown in the illustration; deeply and regularly ribbed, skin and flesh green, densely netted; extreme- ly thick flesh of exquisite fiavor. Frequently grow to weigh more than 30 pounds. nproved Banana—Frequently as many as a dozen elons will be borne on a single vine, all measuring over 25 inches in length. Flesh very thick, almost solid; salmon color and very delicious when thoroughly ripe. A great novelty and sure to interest and please. Try it. *Grower’s Pride, ¢, g,m—For beauty, productiveness and delicious flavor, this melon is second to no other sort grown. In prolific bearing it is a perfect marvel, the ground being literally covered with the large, round deep-ribbed beauties, weighing from 7 to 10 pounds each, Flesh thick, green, melting.
CHRISTOPHER COLUMBDS, e, g,m—A very dis- tinct variety. The large size and peculiar external ap- pearance, soremarkably distinct from any other sort, in connection with its extraordinary fine eating quality, which excels all others, and its fine-grained and thick flesh, proclaim it a popular favorite wher-
introduced. Flesh green, size convenient for mar- Medium early. A splendid shipper. sage—Extensively grown. Very popular. Medium ize, egg-shaped. Skin is very thin, dark green color, _ slightly netted, flesh salmon color, luciously sweet an spigy. rolific Green Nutmeg, e, g, m—Large growth, fine form, skin and flesh green, Very delicious,
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Emerald Gem, ex, g, n—About the size of O. K. Netted Gem, but the skin is smooth and of a dark green color. Flesh salmon, very thick, quality superb; yields heavy crops. &-Cassaba or Green Persian, 1, g, m—Very
arge, oblong, netted skin, excellent flavor.
# Delmonico, 1, g. m—The flesh is of a beau- iful orange pink, and for quality is among the very best.
~ Banquet. |, g,h—Medium size. The flesh
uniformly deep and of that granulated char- acter that always indicates a good melon. Color, a dark, rich salmon.
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Our greatest specialty in Watermelons. The most valuable Melon offered in years. An all- round Melon unsurpassed. Early,large, hand- some, heavy, good shipper, long keeper, bright- est color, best quality. Vines vigorous, very productive; ripens early and bears long. Fruit large, oval, very heavy mottled or netted, like illustration; light and dark green. Rind thin, but very strong, making it a melon unsurpassed for shipping. Flesh red, melting and sweet. The best keeper. The INDIANA SWEET- HEART Melon brings a good price when others rot for want of purchasers. One of the most satisfactory things we ever sold. Every melon- grower needs it; will not do without it if he knows how good it is. A great ball of sweetness. Read the telegrams.
One ounce will plant about 25 hills; two pounds will plant one acre,
The Great Market Melon. |
Uniform, Handsome, . A _Long Keeper,
- Solid, Heavy, Sweet,
A. Grand Melon.
SEE ea OR} 0 FOR S Sait £: GRA SALVE DEEDS TIAL.
A record unsurpassed. ‘‘ Sweethearts” bring fancy prices when others are not wanted.
Cleveland, O. Sweethearts selling to-day 15c to 18c, others 12c to 13c. WILLIAMS BROS. -
Columbus, O. Sweethearts selling 15¢ to 20ce. praees Melons 10ce to 15ce. WM. M. FISHER & SONS.
Findlay, O. Prefer Sweethearts. When can we haye another car? ALTSCHUL BROS. & CO.
South Bend, Ind. Sweethearts perfect daisies. MILL BROS.
We could print hundreds of Tenors if space per- mitted. Send forthem if interested.
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NOTE FOR TRUCKERS.
This Melon for shipping purposes is unsurpassed, and its jine quality makes it a favorite in every market. You wilt probably make more money from a crop of Sweethearts thaw from any other kind that you can plant.
PRICE—PRt. 5c, oz. 10c, 14 Ib. 20¢, lb. 60c, postpaid. By freight or express, per Ib. 50c.
—Moonte Cristo Watermelon.
The largest early Watermelon to mature, ripening in from 65 to 80 days; measures about 20
inches long by 12 inches through and frequently weighing, under ordinary cultivation, over 60 pounds; skin dark green, flesh bright scarlet, close to the skin, the rind being only about half an inch thick. Seeds le cluse to the rind, leaving a ‘arge solid heart. One of the sweetest, juiciest, crisp and solid melons ever produced. Very easy to sell from its handsome appearance. Certainly one of the finest melons ever grown for the market, and for table use is unequaled. Mr. Dodge, the veteran melon-grower, says: ‘The Monte Cristo is the best melon I ever raised—not half of its good qualities have been told.” Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 44 lb, 25c, lb. 75c. (38)
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This magnificent melon was produced in Indiana by a large melon grower. For years hehas been growing them on his farm and shipping them to the Indianapolis market, much to his ewn profit and to the annoyance of other shippers, as. his melons were-sought after by retailers and eonsumers in preference to any others. Read what Mr. Rees has to say:
The Hoosier King is the finest, largest and best quality melon that comes into this market. Tae arrive in better condition, are uniformly larger size, and seli for more money than any other variety ; be- sides, the consumer who tries them will have no other. R. H. REES, Com. Merchant, Indianapolis, Ind.
The skin is beautifully striped, being two shades of green, light and dark; seeds black, fies brilliant red, solid, rich, sweet and luscious; skin thick and tough. They will stand very rough handling. Size, large to very large. Melon 60 lbs. weight can be easily raised. Every melon grower will find the Hoosier King fully equal to our recommendation. Season medium,
Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, (1b. 20c, lb. 6Oc. By freight or express, 50c per pound,
WONDERFUL SUGAR MELON
Ey 3 es Seat : re meet ‘[ eres ER’S WONDERFUL SUGAR WATERMELON.
This valuable melon was brought to notice in North Corolina, the seeds having come originajiy from the West Indies. In outward appearance it resembles the Rattlesnake. The quality, how- ever, is so much superior that it is an injustice to mention the Rattlesnake on the same page with: it, as 1 even surpasses such excellent varieties as Florida Favorite and Icing. It isa very produc- tive and hardy variety—never cracking or losing its fine flavor in the wettest season. The flesh is rich red, crisp and free from stringiness. Unsurpassed for sweetness. The vines are strong and prolific, This melon should be grown by every person who delights in choice fruit.
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Phiney’s Early Water MY sete, eé, n,g — The mel-
s are of medium size, oblong in shape and uniform. Flesh
red, tender and brittle. Rind
mottled. A sure cropper. This
melon is hardy and a valuable} and sweet.
sort for cultivating in the North; ern States.
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Most delici-
and rapidly, with more laterals than anyother melon. Veryearly; thin,hard + @& Jj rind, keeps unusually long before showing B\ 91 decay. One of the best. ; of: ,(fecrless or Ice Cream, eg, m—Me-- J. lum size, pale green, thin rind, flesh scarlet Pox and solid. Flavor of the very best. ee AJICK’S EARLY, ez, g, m—Highly prized §* or its extra earliness. Oblong in shape, 9p smooth, size medium, flesh bright pink, solid
OLE’S EARLY, ez, 9, As an every-day 9: Melon for the home market unexcelled. Being somewhat brittle, willnotdoforshipping. Very early, gnd will mature in every State; hardy, vigorous, 2 sure cropper. Sweet; the rind is thin, flesh clear to the rind. Medium size,
= round, rind
» Seminole, 4 9, ™, h—Extra Early, enor- mously productive, large and of most delicious
flavor.
/ Everitt’s White Queen, /, g, #—This is the argest and finest white Melon. Quality is very fine and equal to the best melon grown. A splendid shipper. Medium size. Pkt. 5c, oz.
Oc, 14 tb. 25c, tb. 75c. . ./ Gypsy or Georgia Rattlesnake, ¢, s, ™— ‘A superior early market variety; large, oblong;
kin green, mottled and white.
DIXIE, e, g, m—This superb watermelon has taken the market by storm where in-
troduced. Th vines grow strong
green. It cannot be too recommended for home use. PEt.
oz.10c, (1b. 25¢, lb. T5c.
ARK ICING, e¢,g,m—Medium
Rize, round. Flesh bright, light red, very sweet and tender. By many considered the best of all. JS FLORIDA FAVORITE, €,9,m —Of medium size, very prolific, and unexcelled as a table vari- ety. For home use or near at home markets it will give great satisfaetion.
JROLB’S GEM, e, s,m—An ex- cellent shipping variety. Flesh bright red, of good quality. The melons weigh from 20 to 50 pounds each. ,
Colorado Preserving; /,
g, m—The best variety for preserving.
ers, and as there is no other crop in which the quality of the seed exerts a greater influence on the crop, too great care cannot be exercised in select-
: ing your seed. Our onion seed is all of the highest quality, grown from choice, perfect bulbs, and cannot be excelled in the country. Quality is the first consideration, price second. In both we defy competition. Absolutely none better.
HOW TO GROW ONIONS.
1. Obtain good seed—O. K. SEED, that’s the kind. 2. A rich, sandy loam, with a slight mixture of clay, is the best # soil, although any soil that will produce a good crop of corn will pro- duce a good crop of onions, except stiff clay, light sand, swamp or raw { ~muck land. These should be avoided. Ground for onions will be better § if preceded by a hoed crop, well manured and kept free from weeds the § Meee -preceding year ortwo. If much manure is applied directly tothe onion § fa sill Mie _erop, it will not be so good, although if previous preparation is not j====42 2 given, the manure must be well rotted by being piled and shoveled over § acouple of times. High grade commercial fertilizers are the ideal maz | -nureforonions. They should be rich in phosphoric acid—12 to 16 per & _ eent. and potash 6 to 8 per cent. 5 3. The ground must be perfectly clean of all trash and worked to a f= fine seed bed. Ifhome-made manure is used, it must be well rottedand § _ should be spread evenly over the suriace at the rate of 25 to 50 loads per § -acre'and plowed deep enough only to turn the manure under completely. f= Ifyou use commercial manure, sow it on broadcast after the ground is f2=== plowed and cultivate it in thoroughly, which will be accomplished in Bey _ preparing the seed bed. Much labor will be saved later if very particu- BRIN; lar attention is given to making a fine, clean surface. meee TALS ; ; : LaF EST EATALSE. DE EI ASR EL LE SESS 4. Theground may be marked off in ad- Z vance of sowing, or with the drill if it hasa marking attachment. Great care must be exercised to have the rows straight and of uniform distance between, to facilitate cul- tivation. Theseed should besown as early as the ground can be put in order. If for large onions, about 4 or5 lbs. per acre; if for sets, about 50 or 60 lbs. per acre. One ounce will sow about 200 feet of drill. A good drill should be used to put the seed in. The plants will then come up in straight rows that will allow of machine cultivation to much better advantage. We manufacture the Man-Weight Drill, our own invention, which is illustrated on this page. Thisline of drills and cultivators have many advan- tages over the old style hand push machines. (Reconstructed and improved for 1902.) wae 5. Cultivation must begin assvon 4 as the rowsCan be distinguished and a repeated every few days. The object s is to prevent weeds from getting @ a Start. Machine cultivation must be s supplemented by hand weeding as & Soon as it becomes necessary and de- -@ Stroy all weeds as soon as started. a The plants must be thinned to a § stand of about 10 to the foot forlarge a Onions, in about 1 month from the # time the plants appear. If theecul- f tivating and weeding has been thor- gs oughly done and the ground was clean at the start, they will need no further care until ready to gather. ee We cannot too highly recommend 7 the Man-Weight Cultivator, as illus- f trated here, for handling a crop of onions and for all other light culti- vating on the farm, in garden or ep paiph. Bee nae pages Bs as rs <S yea | Catalogue for further particulars o | R-OP2OF:-ONIO NES fan-Wei ; mS : bs og With EVE WEIGAT -CUETIVATOR!. a ee Weight Cultivators and
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weather is fine, but ii not, they should be stirred occasionally. When perfectly dry cut off the tops about one- +
~ half inch from the bulb and store in a few days.
_ %. We can furnish a standard work on Onion Growing for 50 cents, and advise all intending growers, if not _ experienced, to send for it.
. S. Good seed is the main essential. The 0. K. SEEDS are the kind, 2 (41)
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& Ges magnificent sort cannot be too highly recommended. it is more extensively grown than any other variety. 600 bus. per acre is an ordinary crop under favorable conditions, while 800 bus. per acre can be grown by a skillful cultivator from seed sown in the spring. i We offer but one strain of Yellow Globe Danvers Onions and that is the best. For reliability in bottoming our strain is unsurpassed. Bulbs are very handsome, round, of. good size, with thin, | straw-colored skin; flesh white, fine grained, firm, mild and excellent quality. It ripens early, keeps well, and sells readily at the highest price. Our Yellow Globe Danvers is all that can be de- | sired asa marketand table Onion. Wesellseed in 100 lb. lots to individual growers year after year. §&
Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 14 Ib. 30c, ib. 85c, postpaid. By freight or express 75c per ib. |
We havea very large stock of all varicties of Onion Seed, and aim to give our friends tie benefit of prices below ali our competitors. Yet we cannot predict the demand exactly, and if we are obliged to replenish our stock, prices may be higher. We advise early orders this year, We will at ali times meet honorable competition in price. 4
Another of Our Great Specialties.
Everitt’s Superior Strain iF SEEDS YOUR CROP | Large Red Wethersfield WILL BE
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It, is often a matter of choice of color what Onion is grown. To those growers who prefer a red variety we tecommend our Large Red Wethersfield. This is also one of our greatest specialties, and next to our Yellow Globe Danvers we sell the largest quantity of seed of it. It is the most reliable red onion grown for general purposes. It yields enor- mous crops; from 600 to 800 bus. per acre, and is a most reliable eropper, even under unfavorable eonditions. Large size, purplish red skin, flesh purplish white, form round, flattened, fine grained, mod- erately strong flavor. The _ best keeper. Especially adapted to poor and dry soils.
PRICE—PKt. 5c, oz. 10c, 14 Ib. 30c, Ib. 85c. postpaid. By freight or express 75c per lb.
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SOUTHPO LARGE YELLOW GLOBE—A very handsome’found or globe-shaped variety of large size, with thin, yellow skin, white flesh, fine grained, mild, very firm, and the best of keepers. Itripens early and sells readily at the highest prices in our markets. Tt is amost reliable variety for bottoming, and entirely free from scallions. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 14 lb. 40c, Ib.
'$1.25. By express at $1.15 per Ib.
Yellow Flat Danvers—This variety differs from the Yellow Globe Danvers in being more flat. Pkt. 5c,
c, 4% Ib. 35c, lb. 85c. By express, at 75c b.
xtra Early Red—This variety matures very early. t yields abundantly and is of a mild flavor; of medium size, deep red in color, very close erained, solid and heavy. It will often form bulbs in cold, mucky soil, -where other varieties fail. Itis highly recommended, particularly for the North and Northwest. Pkt. 5c, »oz. 15c, 4 Ib. 35c, lb. $1.00. By express, at 90c
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All of the varieties grow very rapidly from seed, and are sweeter = SF ee a and of more delicate flavor than our American onions; while the bulbs are of the most beau- tiful shape and color. We advise growers to devote their main crop to the American va- Tieties, yet we recommend them to vary it by planting part of the foreign. We recommend them highly for summer and autumn use in the family, while if marketed they command fangy prices.
RA EARLY WHITE BARLETTA—With- out doubt the very earliestonion in cultivation. Pure white color, very mild and delicate flavor. For table use and pickling it is most valuable. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c,
- 45¢, lb. $1.50. By express, $1.40 per lb,
HITE QUEEN —A small, very early variety. The
mantity is excellent. Pure white outside and inside.
be sown from February to July. Largely grown
for pickling. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 4Ib. 45¢, lb. $1.50. By,express, $1.40 per lb.
iant Rocco, or Naples—One of the best known of
e Italian Onions in this country. Quite extensively
STOwn in some sections, where they produce immense
crops, single bulbs weighing 114 to 2 pounds each. Fla-
vor very mild and delicate; color light brown, flesh
white; very handsome, globular shape; a good keeper. Pkt, 5c, oz. 15c, 4 Ib. 40¢, Ib. $1.25. e ee
SOUTHPORT LARGE RED GLOBE—With the
exception, perhaps, of some of the white varieties, there is no onion that realizes such high prices as this, its beautiful globe shape and rich purplish crimson color making it extremely desirable. It is a good keeper and of.excellent quality. Pkt. 5c, oz.15c, 4 lb. 40e, lb. $1.25. By express, at $1.15 per lb.
OUTHPORT WHITE GLOBE—Large phaped onion, firm, fine grained, mild flavor, keeps well. ,This is one of the handsomest onions grown, of beautiful shape, clear white skin, and commands the highest market price. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 4 Ib. 50c,
bg#1.60. By express, at $1.50 per lb.
HITE SILVERSKIN, or WHITE PORTU-
AL—Very desirable for family use; flavor mild and Peet skin silvery white; of handsome appearance ;
ighly esteemed for pickling when young; also for market in early winter. Extensively planted for white onion sets. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 4 Ib. 50c, lb. $1.60. By express, $1.50 per Ib.
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* Mammoth Silver King—This is unquestionably one of the largest and most beautiful onions in the world. Single specimens have weighed as much as 544 pounds. No other onion excels in mild and delicate flavor, or has,a more handsome and beautiful silvery ‘white ap- pearance. So mild are they in taste that they can eaten raw like an apple. They always command a high price in the market. Pkt. 5c, oz, 15c, 4 1b. 50e, tbhe$1.50. By express, $1.40 per lb.
’ Spanish King—The outside skin is of a rich, yellow straw color, whilethe flesh is white, sweet, mild and tender. They bottom well, are free from stiff necks, and have produced more bushels (1,127) marketable onions to the acre than any other variety known. Very rapid growth and matures early. In market it attracts marked attention. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c,14 th. 60c,1b. $2.00.
[Aiant White Italian Tripoli—Of large size and ost beautiful form, with fine white skin. The first
season from the black seed it will grow an onion from .
1 to shoul 5c,0z. 20c, 4 lb. 50c, lb. $1.50.
2 pounds, but to attain the full size the seed be sown in a hot-bed and transplanted. Pkt. —
xtra Early Pearl—One of the earliest of the white :
onions. keeper. mild and pleasant. It sometimes grows 5 to 6 inches in diameter the first year from seed. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 4 lb. 60c, lb. $2.00.
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1 oz. of Seed to 200 Feet of Drill !
A deep, rich, sandy loam is pref- erable. Sow in drills fifteen or eighteen inches apart and thin to six or eightinchesinarow. The roots are improved by leaving in the ground during the winter. Exce#ent food for cattle and also foptable use ’ MPROVED CROWN PAR- NIPS, 1, f, wi, g—A selection from Zo Ma the hollow crown—finer, more #INE CURLED or DOUBLE | |
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symmetricalin shape, moresugary | _Jsed principally as a garnish for and tender. A very heavy cropper, | the gable. Pkt. 5e, oz. 10c, 4 smooth, and the finest variety for | 1p goc, Ib. W5e. :
thehome ormarket garden. Pkt. » OZ. Se, 4 1b. 15¢e, lh. 50c. NEW FERN LEAVED ras _ Long White, 1, f, wi, g—A | new variety; very ornamental in q standard variety of great merit. | form and coloring. PkKt. 5c, oz. 7 Pkt. 5c, 0z.8c, 14 1b.15¢, th. 50c. | 15¢, 4 Ib. 35c, ib. $1.00.
plant stere seeds of doubtful quality when you can get the good O. K. SEEDS : at your Postoffice as readily as the doubtful ones at your grocery ? |
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GOLDEN DAWN, ¢, f, wi, g—A most beautiful golden yellow, making it most beautiful in appearance either in growth or for the table. In productivenes they stand at the head of the list. The flavor particularly sweet and mild, and entirely free from any | fiery flavor, so much so tha‘ they can be eaten like fruit. Pkt.
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RUBY KING, I, 7, wi. g—This magnificent Pepper grows 444 inches long by 3% inches _ broad. When ripe, they are bright ruby red color, remarkably mild and pleasant in fiavor, having no fiery taste whatever. pee plants ripen 8 to 15 fruits. PKt. 5c,
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LARGE BELL OR BULL NOSE, /,/, wi, g—Early, very large, square form, pleasant to taste, very sullgpe for filling with cabbage. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 4 besec,.
ae Bite Cayenne, /, f, wi, g—Bright red color, very S= : it. 5e, oz. 20c, 14 Ib. 50c. ISSSS Monstrous, or Mammoth, I, 7, wi, g—Mammoth size; Sa
Wd flavor. Pkt. 5c, 0z. 20c, 14 ib. 50c.
LARGE SWEET MOUNTAIN, l, f, wi, g—Very large amd excellent formangoes. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 14 Ib. 50c.
* Chinese Celestial, g—It is not only a most useful Pepper, but one of the most beautiful plants in exist- epte. Pkt. 5c.
' Sweet Spanish, e, f,-wi, g—The earliest. It is some- what hot in flavor, though by no meansa hot pepper. It
is pl@asant to the taste. It is red in color at maturity. Pkt. 5c, OZ. 25e, 144 tb. W5e.
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EVERITT’S EXTRA EARLY RELIANCE PEAS—The best extra early. A money-maker for the truckerand gardener. In all the essen- tials of an early market or home garden Pea this is perfection. 1 has made friends wherever planted and is acknowledged by all acquainted with its merits as being unexcelled in earliness and pro- ductiveness. They are now largely grown by the best gardeners in the country. Height about two feet; vines loaded with well-filled pods. Pkt. 10¢, pt.25c, | qt. 40c, peck $1.25, bu. $4.50, 5 bu. $22.00.
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cLean’s Little Gem,* e, d,g—A dwarf, prolific, green, wrinkled marrow, having all the flavor of late wrinkled peas. Height, 1 foot; requires no support. Largely grown for can- ning,as well as for market. Pkt. 10c, pt. 25c, qt. 40c, peck 6 B15, bu, $4.50, 5 bu. or more at $4.25. American Wonder,* ex, d, g—So welland favorably <ndwn that itscarcely needs description. Our seed is strictly true to name and the choiceststrain. Ex- tra early ; requires no bushing; exquisite fiavor. Pkt. gy, pt. 25c, qt. 40c, peck $1.50, bu. 6.00. LASKA, ex, 41, g—This beautiful Pea has become
market gardeners on account of its great productive-
ness, as well as fine quality.. It grows about 2 feet high,
very,stocky and requires no sticks. Pkt. 10c, pt. 25c, £40c, peck $1.50, bu. #6.00.
a standard variety and the earliest of all blue peas,
oving to be not only several days earlier than most early sorts, but of a larger size and 10 per cent more pro- ductive. Vines are dwarf, growing only about 20 inches high ; maturing the crop for one picking; of excellent quality. Pkt. idc, pt. 25c, qt. 4%ec, peck $1.50, bu.
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IRST AND BEST, ¢, 14 ?, g—Vines dwarf, about 18 inches, bearing straight, handsome pods, each contain- ing six to eight medium-sized round peas. Matures all
the pods in about 45 days. Pkt. 10c, pt. 25¢, qt. 40c, ~ 1.25, bu. &4.50, 5 bus. or more at $5.50. MPIRE STATE,* c, 4 t, g—A new first early Pea, 5 to 18 inches; ripens with Gems; prolific, stocky; ods dark green; peas crowd in the pod: fine flavor, Ny Pods good substance and suitable for shipping. Dry
peas green, wrinkled. Quality unsurpassed. Pkt. 10c, t ec, qt. 40c, peck &1.50.
ORSFORD’S MARKET GARDEN,* ¢, 4% t, g—A
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NOTT’S EXCELSIOR,* ex, d, g—The most valuable of all Dwarf Extra Early Wrinkled Peas. Surpassing in earliness, yield and quality. ThiS is an extra early dwarf pea, usually ready for the table in 40 to 45 days from planting; only a few days later than the early round sorts. It grows about i4inches high, or about half as tall again as the American Wonder. It is of vig- orous constitution and wonderfully productive, in which respect it excels such riyals as American Won- der. Theeven, regular habit of the plant is also a great. advantage, particularly to market growers. We believe that Nott’s Excelsior has not only ‘‘come to stay,’’ but that it will eventually supersede many of like charac- Cees ais 10c, pt. 25c, qt, 40c, peck $1.65, bu.
7 LATE SORTS.
Black-Eyed Marrowfat, |, t, g—A favorite variety, grows about 5 feet high. Pkt. 10c, pt. 20c, qt. 35c, bprS3.25, 5 bu. or more at $3.00. 5 Large White Marrowfat, 1, t, g—A favorite sort; grows. about 6 feet high. Pkt. 10c, pt. 20c, qt. 35c, b 3.25, 5 bu. or more at_#3.00.
CHAMPION OF ENGLAND,* 1, t, g—A standaré , sort; popular, in all markets. Productive, high flavor, seeds wrinkled; 5 feet high. Pkt. 10c, pt. 25c, qt. 40c, bu, 4,75, 5 bu. or more at $4.50.
TELEPHONE, * 1, t, g—A tall wrinkled marrow, very productive and of the best quality, with long pods con- taining 7 to 10 very fine flayored peas. Height about 4 feet. Pkt. 10c, pt. 25c, qt. 40c, peck $1.50, bu.
$5,380.
PROVED STRATEGEM, /, 14 t, g—All the good qualities of the old Strategem are highly developed, and it is vastly superior to the stocks now generally - sold as Strategem. Vine medium height, but very stocky, with very broad, light green leaves and bearing an abundance of Jarge, handsome pods. One of the best peas now on the market for those who want large, showy pods and peas without any sacrifice in me gees 10c, pt. 25e, qt. 40c, peck $1.50, { PRIDE OF THE MARKEFET,* 1, % t, g—A remark- { able robust-growing, free-branching sort, 18 to 20 inches. high. Stiff stalk and very productive. The stalks are covered with the immense pods and peas from bottom to top. Requires no sticks. Wrinkled. Season late for main crop. This Pea is in great favor with market gardeners and each season our stock is. not sufficient to supply the demand. Pkt, 10c, pt. 25c, qt. 40c, 14 bu. $1.50, bu. $6.00.
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1 oz. will plant 40 hills; 5 lbs. per acre. If planted with corn, 1 to 2 Ibs. per acre,
h We en sell one pkt. each of the 14 varieties offered for 35c. 1” GENUINE MAMMOTH TRUE POT-IRON—Grows to an enormous size, 3 ft. or more in diameter and 100 to 200 Ibs. or more in weight. Salmon colored skin, flesh bright yellow, fine graine@and ofexcellent quality. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 44 Ib. 25c, Ib.75e.
2 AMMOTH TOURS—Grows to an immense size; often wefthing 200 lbs ,and commonly 100to 150]bs. Grown for cattle and fortable use. We offer the genuine, true article. Seed saved from selected specimens. These seeds have frequently sold at fairs at 10c to 25ceach Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 14 Ib. 25c, lb. 75e.
32, AMAMMOTH ETAMPES—Skin is very bright, glossy red and presents a most handsome appearance, whether for exhibition or on market. Thick-meated, flesh very rich in color and of excellent quality. It attains mammoth weights; in only ordinary soil grows about2 ft. in diameter. It is very productive and a most pro- fitablgSort to grow. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 44 Ib. 20c, Ib. 65e.
44@Connecticut Field —Large, color yellow. Largely raised for Teed#fg stock. Pkt. 5c, oz. 7e, 14 Ib. 15e, lb. 40c, peck 75e.
5 ENNESSEE SWEET POTATO~-Grows to medium size, pear-shaped, a little ribbed, color creamy white, sometimes lightly striped with green ; flesh thick, white, fine grained, dry and brittle, and of most excellent flavor; very productive and keeps perfectly
sound until late in the spring; has no superior for making pies and custards. .When cooked it has the appearance of sweet potatoes. PKt. 5c,
oz. 7¢0% lb. 15c, Ib. 50c, 6. PLARGE CHEESE —Superior to most of the field-grown sorts. Very hardyand productive. Pkt, 5c, oz. 7¢, 4 lb. 15e, Ib, 50c.
f INDIANA, or KENTUCKY FIELD—Best variety we ever saw for Talsing with corn. Grows to a large size, solid, and is relished by stock ; also valuable*for pies and canning. Pkt. 5c, oz. 7c, 4 Ib. 15c, ib. 40c.
8isGolden Oblong—Grows 15 to 20 ins. in length. Shell rich, golden orafige color; flesh, light yellow. Very rich and fine, making the very best of pumpkin pies. 14 good pumpkins have been raised ona single vine. kt, 5c, oz. 8c, 4 Ib. 26c, lb. 60e.
9.8 apanese Pie Pumpkin—This excellent, odd variety comes from Japan, and is largely grown asa choice pie and cooking pumpkin. They ripen early, keep well and are very productive. Fleshis very thick, being
nearly solid, fine grained, dry and sweet, having the flavor of sweet potatoes. Theseeds are peculiarly marked with Japanese charac- ters, <ing them quite a novelty. Pkt. 5c, oz. 8c, 14 1b. 20c, lb. 60c.
10. Iden Marrow—Shape, round oblong, slightly ribbed. Gol- den Orange color, cooks soft and tender and is the bestof keepers;
very Vigorous growth, and immensely productive. PKt. 5c, oz. Soy Ib. 20c, lb. 60c.
11. Winter Luxury—This new pumpkin, first offered two years ago, is the result of six years’ careful selection and improvement by a veteran pumpkin-grower, and is pronounced by him and his neighbors the very best pumpkin for pies that they have ever known. It grows uniform] toa diameter of 9tol0ins. In color, a beautiful yellow or straw color, an very finely and closely netted, like anetted muskmelon. Asa winter keeper and cooing variety it stands unequalled. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 14 1b. 25c.
12 uaker Pie Pumpkin—A distinct variety, grown for many years by a family of Quakers or Friends. The shape is nearly oval, tapering ingen!
toward the ends. Color, creamy white, both inside and out; fles sweet and rich, and an excellent keeper. Pkt. 5c, oz. Sc, %4 Ib. 20c, lb. 60c. 13. Small Sweet Sugar—Small size, very sweet and sugary. Pkt. 5c; 0z. 10c, 44 Ib. 20c. @CASHAW—Excellent table qualities; well adapted to Southern © States; light cream shell; flesh, salmonecolor; very productive. Pkt 5c, oz. 7c, 4 Ib. 15c, th. 50c. ;
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Price; unless otherwise quoted: Pkt. 5c, oz. 8c, 14 Ib. 20c, lb. 60c. by mail. By freight or express, 1 lb. or more ofa kind at 50c per Ib. mbers before the names refer to illustrations, EPHER Still at the head of the list as the best and earliest long Rad- ish in existence, and all who have grown them say they are: the best long Radish in the country. Excels all others in rapid growth, attaining a size of 12 in. in length and 1% in. in thickness in 30 days. from sowing the seed, and will grow 20 in. in length and 3 or 4in. thiek before becoming hard and woody. It is the earliest, the largest, re- mains tender the longest, the handsomest, best for the family, for’ market, and is good spring, summer and fall. yw OOD’S EARLY FRAME-—A long, red Radish, small top; excellent orforcing. Pkt. 3c, oz. 10c, 144 1b. 20c, Ib. 60c.
‘IMP. EARLY LONG SCARLET SHORT TOP—Of quick growth;
Color bright scarlet; long, straight and smooth, crisp and tender. i@_ LONG WHITE VIENNA—The finest and most beautiful long white: sh. Tender, mild flavor, grows quickly. GIANT WHITE STUTTGART—Very early; pure, snowy white. It. ithstands the severest heat and grows to an immense size. The quality is always the very finest, firm, brittle and not pithy. 2. NEWCOM This is the earliest and largest white Radish known. wing to their beautiful half-long shape and fine appearance they readily selLat double the price of ordinary varieties. Quality very fine.; . NEW WHITE STRASBURG—One of the most popular summer
adishes grown. Of handsome oblong shape, tapering beautifully to a. point; pune white and almost transparent; very tender and delightful.
ungent taste.
P f IMP. EARLY SCARLET TURNIP—Extra early. Brilliant eclor. Espeeially recommended to market gardeners. Y EARLY WHITE TURNIP—Quick growth, crisp, tender. Very fine. te EARLY SCARLET TURNIP, WHITE TIPPED—Beautiful scarlet riety, having a white tipped tail, or root. Very fine.
a WHITE BOX—Iits short top and rapid growth fit it for growing un- der glass, in frames or boxes, as well as for early sowing in the open ground. pebaRLy YELLOW SUMMER TURNIP—Russet-colored sort. Grows, mutch larger than the white or red turnip sorts. Best kind for resisting: ~ the,extreme heat and drought of the Southern States.
TWENTY DAY FORCING—A new and very distinct type of the ell-known olive-shaped Radish. Of perfect form, smooth skin, fine color and very short leaves; extremely quick growth, takes only 3 weeks ta. mp se Valuable for forcing, while it does equally well in open ground..
SCARLET, OLIVE-SHAPED—Well adapted for forcing or for early” soWing’in the open ground. 1347 EARLY FRENCH BREAKFAST—Earliest of all; very tender and. beautifl; scarlet, tipped with white; great favorite. 14)¢LARGE WHITE GLOBE—A very large, round: Radish. Of beautiful form, pure white, crisp and brittle. It grows quickly to a large size and with- s ee gpenten heat. py ARLY WHITE, OLIVE-SHAPED —Ig*very early. }e”" SUMMER VARIETIES MIXEDt— Includes all summer varieties in list.. Gives great satisfaction. Pkt. 5e.,. oz. 10c, 14 lb. 20c, lb. 60c.
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Prices of all Varieties; PEt. 5c, oz. 10c, 14 1b. 20c, lb. 65c. The following varieties should be sown in August or
tember, for use during winter: alifornia Mammoth White—It grows to .a large
flesh solid and of good flavor.
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TAMMOTH SANDWICH ISLAND — Mammoth, indeed, as compared with the common kind. Itispure white in color and has all the good. qualities of the other, which, with its great size, will reeommend it to all gardeners. It should be found in every garden in the land. Pkt. 5c, 0z. 10c, 44 1b. 30c, lb. $1.00,
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A most excellent early radish for Garden culture and for Hot-bed forcing. It is the
ick’s Early Scarlet Globe: Forcing, cemicet st coterie teetasa-
mildest, most crisp, juicy and tender. It is the Market Gardeners’ Favorite as a forcingradish. It forms a small top and will stand a great amount of heat without be- coming pithy. Its fine shape makes itsell fora higher price and morerapidly than any othershaped sort. Pkt. 5c, 0Z.10c, 4 lb. 25e, lb. 75c. ;
An improvement on the Deep Scar- let Turnip. Remarkably fine in
in 3 weeks after sowing. J 5 of very bright color and excellent shape; certain to in- sure ready sale on the market. Itis one of the best rad-
‘ins. long and nearly 3 ins. in diameter; piquant and veny appetizing. #@ROUND BLACK SPANISH—Black skin, white jem and roots globe shaped. The flavor is piquant. CHINESE BROSE—This variety has become very popular with market gardeners. It is of a half-long shape,spink color, and flesh as solid as an apple. gficsine Varieties, Mixed—Includes all winter var-
iesin our list. Large pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 4 Ib. 25c, b. 75c.
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Wriictoria—very large stalk, from 2 to 3 inches broad and from 2 to 3 feet high. Excellent for pies. Pkt. iz. 10c, 4 Ib. 30c, Ib. 81.00.
Jictoria Rhubarb Roois—By mail, $1.00 per dozen. By freight or express, 50ce per dozen,
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ishes for forcing. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 4 lh. 25e,1b. 75e.
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TAMMOTH CHILE, /, wi, g—The largest of the Squash family, being simply immense. The larg; est squash on record—292 pounds—was of this va ety. H you want to secure the premium at your county fair, plant some of this seed. Color orange yellow, smooth skin; flesh very thick and fine grained, good and nutritious. feeding. Keeps well through the winter.
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AMMOTH WHITE BUSH SCALLOPED, ¢, su, g—The Squashes are very uniform in shape and won- derfully prolific. They are fit to use very early, area beaujiful white color and grow very large size—12 to 15 ingKes across. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 4 Ib. 20¢, lb. 60c. TANT SUMMER CROOKNECKH, ¢, su, g—This new strain is even earlier than the common variety; the Squashes grow to an extra large size, measuring from 18 inches to 2 feet long, of finest quality. On account of their handsome appearance they command an ex- a price on the market.
Cc. ’ ROLIFIC ORANGE MARROW, I, f, wi, g—The skin is a rich, deep orange, making the squash ofa very handsome appearance. As large as the Hubbard; the
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HUBBARD, lI, f, wi, g—Generally considered the @est winter Squash grown; flesh dark yellow, fine grained, dry and sweet; very hard shell; will keep till spring; productive; color green, when ripe. Pkt. 5c, ozs 10e, 44 lb. 20¢, lb. 66c.
‘Early Yellow Bush, Sealloped, e, su, g—A popular variety. Grows to medium size and of unsurpassed. quality, Pkt. 4c, oz.10c, 4 lb. 20c, 1b. 60c.
ESSEX HYBRID, e, wi, g—A very productive Squash of finest quality and an excellent keeper, speci- mens having been kept until June as sound and good as when gathered. Early, quick growth, and can be baised. very successfully as a second crop, following ee potatoes, peas, etc. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 4 ib. 20c,
lhe 60c.
if WINTER CROOKNECK, |, wi, g—The best keep- ers...Color pale green; excellent for table use. Pkt. 57 oz. 10¢c, 4 1b. 20e, lb. 60c.
¥ Golden Custard, ex, su, g—An improvement on the old Yellow Bush, so well and widely known. Very early, of a bright, golden yellow, often producing Squashes 12 to 15 inches across. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c¢, 14 lb. 20c, lh. 60c.
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be appreciated in many sections of the country, and especially so during seasons when apples are scarce or high in price. The vines produee 4 to 8 large, oblong fruits,
GOOD SEEDS, LARGE CROPS,
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weighing 20 to 50 pounds each, of dark green color, and greatly resembling watermelons. The flesh is white, solid throughout, and of excellent quality for making pies, sauce, preserves, etc., great- ly resembling apples in taste. They will keep all winter and can be used at any time. One yine will produce 200 pounds, or equal to about four bushels of ap- iples. Pkt. 10c.
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Source of All These,
ALVIN, TEX., Sept. 3, 1901.
Mr. J. A. Everitt, Seedsman:
DEAR Sir—“Our letter head states our business. We notice that néarly all the truckers in this section order their seeds from and ——, of Philadel- phia, ——, of St. Louis, —— or ——, of Columbus. The past season these seeds proved very unsatisfactory. Last spring we planted your O. K. Seeds and the results were en- tirely satisfactory. If you will furnish us with your seeds we willintroducethem. Our firm ships twice the amount of pro- duce as any other, and we want to sustain our reputa- tion for handling only the best,”? ALVIN PRODUCE Co,
- b = ’ Our Tomato Seed is grown fro Gee stocks selected strictly for seed | ' ‘ purposes and grown strictly fer seed. We use no canning house | jf y Tomato Seed. Bt) |
On page 51 we offera real Giant in Tomatoes—the largest of all. While size, combined with earli- | | ness, productiveness and high quality, to a great extent fills the bill,yet if we do not attain extreme earliness it lacks in being a complete all-round ; Tomato. As is usual when we attain great size \@ in avvegetable, we sacrifice to a certain extent . ; eapliness, hence we must make this up in another ! riety, which we have done in .
veritt’s Earliest of All |
Extreme earliness is where this variety excels. Outside of this we have equally as good Toma- toes as regards color, form and table qualities, but none of them approach Everitt’s Earliest qi of All, in season of ripening, by a week. This ; ) is a very important consideration, as it allows . y the market gardener to get the high price early in the season, which oftentimes is the only part WS of his crop that it pays to market. Everitt’s se Earliest of All is bright scarlet color, very smooth, solid and fine; medium size. The plant grows thrifty and spreading, thus allowing the sun to ripen the fruit evenly and quickly. Every gardener should plant this tomato. The small investment in q seed will be many fold returned in satisfaction or profit in the crop if used at home or marketed.
Pkt. 10c, 3 for 25c, 10 for 50c, oz. 25c, 14 lb. 75c, per Ib. $2.50. 4
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We The last season test of this new Tomato confirms all the originator’s claims, ROS] which are as follows:
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“This very distinct and most promising new variety, of the color of Beauty and Acme, is the
latest addition by Livingston to the Tomato family. It is thicker, heavier and more solid than either Aeme or Beauty, making it easily the most handsome sort in ecultiva- tion. It is unsurpassed in quality, and in the pro- duction of fine, largefruits. While perfectly adapted to main crop. planting, yet it matures so quickly that it will take first rank for early market. The form is perfect, uniform, large and attractive. Flesh is very firm. It is a robust grower, with short joints, setting its fruit clusters closer together than most varieties, and is therefore a heavy cropper. The § fruits are very deep from stem to blossom end, many of them being almost globe-shaped. It ripens evenly, does not crack about the stem, and the flavor } is most desirable. We have tested it for several years for staking up in the open field, as wellas for forcing in greenhouses, and we believe it to be entirely unequaled for such purposes.”
The originator of the Magnus is the great- est tomato expert of the world, and his claims are entitled to every consideration. We know our readers who have not grown the Magnus Tomato will be pleased with it if they plant
it this season. Pkt. 10c, 3 for 25c, oz. 25c, 14 Ib. 75c, Ib. $2.50.
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not have the largest and best heretofore. It is notonly a new variety, but we claim for it in productiveness, size of fruit, exquisite quality and flavor, ag
well asearly ripening, the best Tomato extant. pounds each and attain the enormous mato is not, like many others, one-third seeds and water. great solid ball of tender, delicious meat, with very few seeds.
i They grow to weigh over 3 circumference of 2 feet. This To- They are a They
have frequently sold at 15 cents each in competition with other kinds at3o cents per bushel. If the vines are trained on a sup- ae they will grow 10 feet high and be loaded with the nest fruit you ever placed your eyes on. It is several years since we introduced the Logan Giant Seedling and itis yet without a peer forsize and all good qualities as mentioned.
READ THE FOLLOWING REPORTS: Hun- dreds more ofthe same class have been received. We never saw their equal for prolific bearing and size. It isa marvelous sight. PENNA. FARMER. Have eaten the Logan Giant Tomato, and am pleased to say it is the greatest improvement I ever saw in any vegetable. D. H. CHRISTY, PA. The earliest; the largest; the best yielder; the most delicious tomato I ever ate. KENNEDY COLE, Pa. Two Giants weighed 36 ounceseach. . They are truly wonderful. The Giant Tomato grew very tall and fruited very large and prolific, hence, imagine my sur- prise to find them so solid; sweet and delicious. The finest I ever ate. MRS. J. C. HARRIS, Pa. I picked 16 pounds of Giant Tomatoes at one pick- ing from one vine. SAMUEL JOHNSON, Pa. have bought the Logan Giant Tomatoes at $3.00 per bushel, for sale in my store before other varieties were ripe. Ripenedearly. H. J. LIBERMAN, Pa. bought ten new varieties last spring and gave them a fair comparative test. Logan Giant stands first for size and quality. Inever raised nor seen such fine tomatoes before in my life. J.H. CURTIS, N.Y. Mr. Wade, of Blooming Valley, brought to this office
a cluster of 8 tomatoes all on a single stem, weighing 10 lbs. They are of the Logan Giant variety. The quality is equal to the quantity. PENNA, FARMER, Pa. Logan Giant Tomato is the best I ever saw. I sold single tomatoes for 10 cents each ; the product of a single stem for10 cents. Single plants bore 30 pounds of fruit. Twelve weighed 2334 pounds. They ripen with the ear- liest. D. L. MARSHALS, Mo. You have given your seeds the right name. They are O. K. and no mistake. My wife says she never saw anything to equal your Japanese Clinsbing Cucumber, Prize Taker Onions, and Logan Giant Tomatoes. They beat the world. TheSix-Weeks Potatoes are first class. CHAS. M. MOHR, Struthers Station, O. I have planted your celebrated O. K. Seeds for 4 years, and T believe they are the only true and reliable seeds for sale any- where. Out of one hundred plants of your Cabbage I received ninety-seven good, salable heads. My 3 years’ experience with Logan’s Giant and Everitt’s Earliest Tomato show them to be the best for early gardeners. Everitt’s Earliest comes three weeks ahead of other early varieties. You will receive my fu- ture orders. FRED. L. BROWN, New Petersburg, O. Price pkt. 10e, 3 pkts. 25c, 8 pkts. 50c, 20 pkts. 1.00.
For 25 cents we will send one package each of our Great Tomatoes, namely, THE GIANT on this page, THE CLIMBING on next page, THE EARLIEST and MAGNUS on preceding page. These yaries ties will prove very interesting and profitable in any garden. Value 40c for 25¢,
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provement of the tomato. Quite in contrast with the small, ill-shaped, sour specimens of a few years ago are the large, smooth, sweet fruits now so easily raised. Great rivalry also exists in localities as to who can raise the earliest or the largest tomatoes. We ofier in the Giant Climbing Tomato the greatest novelty in this line, and whoever raises it according to direc- tions printed on packages will have an attrac- tion that will draw all eyes toward their garden.
This isnota tree tomato. The term ‘“tree,’’ frequently applied to tomatoes, is generally in- tended: to mislead. We do noi call grapes “tree grapes’’ because they will climb upa trellis. The Giant Climbing Tomato needs a support to climb upon, when they will grow 10
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from the ground up. The tomatoes grow to weigh from 2 to 4 lbs. each, and in size 10 to 16 inches in circumference. Nearly all the toma- SAp toes are smooth and regular in shape; color,
ay glossy red; sound to the core, with very few seeds. The flavor is all that can be desired. ) They are everbearing, only eut off by frost. These tomatoes can be grown on the garden fence, on thesunny side of a house or out- building, or in any position where a support is provided. The more public the situation the more will they be admired.
We print a few reports. Many more could be given if space permitted: q
Your Giant Climbing Tomatoes are immense. I have them weighing 234 pounds, and the people see that they are wonderful. GEO. R. BOOTH, Lud- low, Mass.
One plant of Giant Tomatoes grew over 8 feet high. The best cluster was7 tomatoes, weighing 6 lbs., allripeatonetime. WM. YATES, Titusville, Pa.
The Giant Climbing Tomatoes are wonderful in ‘size and finein quality. One fruit weighed3 lbs. 1 oz. C. H. COX, Bascobel, Pa.
; The Giant Tomatoes averaged a yield of nearly a bushel to each plant. One vine grew 14 feet high. H. D. MUSSER, Rohrestown, Pa.
It is a pleasure to see your Giant Climbing Toma- toes grow, and any person ean well be proud of them. They are mammoth in size and wonderful in tall growth. I have some specimens measuring 16 inches in circumference and over 6 inches in di- ameter. Fine flavor and better than I thought it copia be. You cannot recommend them too highly.
. WM. CRABBBH, West Branch, Cal.
pPrice of Everitt’s Giant Climbing Tomato Seed
* As this tomato is a very shy bearer of seed, the price willalways be high, yet when you consider that each plant with proper care, will produce a bushel of ripe tomatoes and probably a bushel of green ones for pickling when frost cuts them off, the priceshould not be considered.
1 liberal package 10c, 3 for 25c, 10 for 50c. Families should club together and get them at wholesale rates
growth. Besides being a great novelty and a profitable variety to grow, they are very useful and ornamental as a vine to furnish shade and cover and beautify unsightly places. They grow with remarkable rapidity,
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M-VALUABLE TOMATOES-~4
UTTAWA DWARF TREE.
The great tomato that stands up like a bush. Plant deeply and draw earth up around the stem and you will have no trouble picking dirty Tomatoes off the ground. Almost proof against cut worms on account of the woody nature of the stems. Very productive. Fruit bright red, very solid. Best keeper and shipper. Its upright, self-supporting habit, and compact growth allows it to be planted 16 inches apart in rows 2% feet apart. The effect is a solid row or hedge of green from end to end of the rows, allowing 8,000 to 10,000 plants on an acre witheut crowding. The plant grows 20 to 30 inches high and supports its fruit off of the ground. Color, cardinal red. .
The plant when growing resembles Irish potatoes, so much so that it is usual for people to ask, ‘‘What kind of potatoes are these?” In season is early, ripening equal with any of the other large size Tomatoes, and is superceded only by the small fruited sorts. Adapted for cultivation on a large or small scale for the cannery, for the market, for the home. Besides all its good quale isa great novelty. Every person who plants a garden should plant a package or more. Pkt. 10c, 3 for 25c, 10 50c.
TCHLESS TOMATO.
Well worthy of its name for its beautiful color and fine form; it is indeed without a peer. The vines are of strong, vigorous growth, well set with fruit. The fruits are free from core, ofa very rich cardinal red color, and are not liable to crack from wet weather, are of very large size, and the size of the fruit is maintained throughout the season until killed by frost. The skin is remarkably tough and solid, and ripe specimens picked See from the vines will keep in good condition for several weeks.
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Ze : ti i i . PEt. - 20 Kuttawa Dwarf Tree Tewkto. yy ek of oan gue cwue and long keeper. Pkt. 5e, oz Cc;
DWARF CHAMPION TOMATO.
A very distinct variety. Its close, upright growth allows it to be planted closer together than other varieties. The fruit resembles the Acme, is of a purplish pink color and always smooth and symmetrical in form. It is of medium size and attractive in appearanée; the skin is tough and the fiesh solid, of fine quality. A very shy seeder. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 14 lb. 50gF 1b. $1.50.
BUCKEYE STATE TOMATO.
This Tomato is the largest of all new sorts, fully 4% larger than the well known Perfection. Itisavery heavy cropper, the Tomatoes being borne in clusters of four to eight fruits. The color being much the same as Beauty, if anything a little darker and more brilliant red, very solid, meaty, heavy and of the finest quality. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c, 144 1b. 50¢, lb. $1.75. '
Price of the foilowing, unless otherwise quoted: PEt. 5c, oz. 15¢, 14 lb. 50c, lb. $1.59.
Mikado, /, su, foe called Turner’s Hy- g af, solidity. The fiesh is very firm. One of _ brid, is one of the finest, largest, mostg, “Sa Ze J WY the best shippers. A grand variety, unsur- solid and most productive TomatoesaN : passed for keeping. grown. The heaviest Tomato ever grown olden Queen, |, su, g—There are many of this mammoth variety was grown from varieties of the red Tomato, but every gar- 0. K. Seeds—weight 4 lbs. 2 oz. Rapidg dener will hail with delight this fine yellow grower, thick stalk; beautiful shape an sort. Insize, solidity and productiveness
T; the weight averages from ito4lbs. § equals any of the red.
ARLY ESSEX HYBRID, ¢, su, g—This & 3 yALONGKEEPER, l, su g—This new To- is one of the most profitable Tomatoes for ato of recent introduction was originated the market in cultivation. Pink skin, very by E.S. Carman, editor of The Rural New early and always ripening al over alike. Reig a ays cle by the originator to.
e es being : combine long-keep- We very hard and solid Essex Hybrid. ing qualities, uni- mee \tinakes it one of the best Toma- | form shape, earliness in ripening
S) toes for shipping and market-| as well as productiveness toa re-
ing® We recommend it highly. kable degree. yineRovEeD TROPHY, l, OMATOBS FOR PR#- % su, g—Fruit large, smooth, solid; PSERVING#Red Gherryjwvel- § finecolor; very productive; well | low. Cherry, ed Peare f wnhand popular marketsort. | Shaped andWellow Plum. \ SELECTED ACME, e, su.g, ivingston’s Beauty, e, su, g— —@ne of the earliest in ecul-|"A fine variety, from originator G zs eens Fruit of Pigs oe of Acme, pee eee Perfection a : = erfect form, roun and favorite. Ve — Selected Acme. Slightly depressed GAN distinct from all Favorite. atthe poles; pink purplish color. Ripens , former introductions. The color is a glossy evenly and has negreen core. Bears con- crimson with a purple tinge. It growsin uously until frost comes. clusters of four and five, retaining its: large Perfection, ¢, su, g—Shaped like the ™ size late in the season; very solid, witha Acme, but somegyhat larger, fully as early, (2am a tough skin, making it very desirable for perfectly smooth, blood-red in color, with all F ein and shipping.
more solid flesh and fewer seeds, and pros § ‘ig ivingston’s Favorite, e, su, g—Ripens
duces more and larger fruit at end of mea evenly and early, holds-its size to theend
thé season. yy of tbeseason. It is very prolific, few seeds?
} 2 t SMa titer at solid flesh, bears shipping long distance,
ato is very large, bright scarlet red color, Se Peach Tomato, /, su—This is a very use-
smooth shape. “A distinguishing feature, Stone. ful and beautiful oddity. For preserving, and from ‘this it takes its name, is its great Peach Tomato is hard to heat.
Read UP-TO-DATE FARMING AND GARDENING in 1902, and your work will be easier and more fruitful of results. See third cover page, Firs Sh 18
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CARTER?S CARDINAL.
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TURNIPS.
1 oz. will plant 250 feet of drill. Sow about 1 Ib. broadcast per acre.
We sell any of the # following varieties, unless noted, at—pkt. 5c, oz. 8c, 4 Ibs 15c, Ib. 50c, by mail; by
Y ae or express, per Ib. 40c.
Carter’s Cardinal.
Ex, St, g.
This variety is distinct from others, having a deep , eardinal skin,which == not only appears on the top, but also coy- ers the whole root. Of course we do not recommend it en- tirely on account of its novel color, but as a good, all’round variety and one that can be depended on in hot, dry seasons, and on a great vari- a. . ae ; : ety of soils. The 23 : Oe bs Sp 4 Cardinal is of medium sce: : F : o size, flat, with very short top, and a fine table quality. It is one of the hest varieties to grow on hot, dry land, not run- = ning to seed like some early kinds and being quite sweet and solid. The Cardinal has a strong tap root, this doubtless pro- tecting it from drought, and having thick, spreading foliage, the reot is shaded. A great acquisition. One of the very
, earliest, being ready for use a short time after sowing. Pkt. Cc, oz. 20c, 4 Ib. 50c, Ib. $1.25.
© Early Six Weeks, or Snowball—This new Turnip is very
early, growing and maturing rapidly. Bulbs beautiful white;
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necks. This should be sownamonth JF eager than the other varieties. ‘ aing’s Improved Ruta-Bagas, e, /, 1 wi, g—One of the earliest and best for ta- 5 bler Handsome variety, first-class quality. - Large White Freneh, l, f, wi, g—Ex- . cellent for table use, as well as for stock. a Large size, solid, mild and sweet. A de- : sirable sort. q ent spring garden turnip. In July we will publisha SPECIAL F RED or PURPLETOP STRAP TURNIP Price List. Send for it. iF LEAVED, ¢, su, wi, g—One of the = : most popular varieties, beth for E table and steck. Grows toa large . size, solid, crisp, and mild Wz, flavor. We have the best i\Z strain of this popular variety
16dium size, solid. Flavor mild; free from side roots. = PURPLE TOP MUNICH, eg, su, g—One of the earliest in cultivation, making an exce
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= thaptan be found anywhere. Indispensable to the cook, useful in the sickroom,
? Nine better. and many kinds are fine for perfuming clothing, etc. : EXTRA EARLY MILAN | The varieties marked with an asterisk (*) are perennial, ex, su, f, g—The earliest flat | and when once started in the garden may be preserved Turnip in cultivation, Of | for years with but little care.
= =" medium size, with a bright purple top; leaves few, short, growiug very compact; flesh pure white, of choicest quality, hard, solid an fine-grained; an excellent keeper. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, YAb. 25e, lb. 7V5e. ~ Early White Flat Dutch, e, f, wi, g-Size medium; flat, Y white, sweet, tender; rich for table; fall and winter. gf EGG, e, f, wi, g—A variety of very rapid ¥; growth. Egg-shaped, thin, white skin; solid, firm, fine- grained flesh. py RED or PURPLE TOP GLOBE, /, wi, g—This is the most productive variety and one of the handsomest. Quality very fine for table. Owing to its great yielding propensities, it can be grown with great profit for stock. Golden Ball, or Orange Jelly, ¢, 7, wi—Very beauti- fuldnd bright yellow turnip, yellow flesh, of medium pe: sweet and delicious flayor. Long White Cow Horn, J, wi, g—Flesh white, fine- gzdined, sweet; keeps well yf Larse White Globe, /, f, wi, g—Often attains weight of42 pounds; extra good fall and winter; skin white. # Sweet German, /, wi, g—Must be sold much earlier than the flat turnips. In the autumn and early winter jis apt to be hard, but softens in time. e. Seven-Top, or Forester, |, wi, s—Grown exclusively ih the South for its abundant leaves, which are boiled with meats. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 34 lb. 15¢, Ib. 50e.
SWEDES or RUTA-BAGAS. *";,S8m° =
Turnips, rotin for stock feed and could be profitably cultivated on a much larger scale. Carter’s Imperial, 1, wi, g—A hardy sort, excellent Tor table use or stock feeding.
Does not run to long | 25e.
Anise—Used for cordial, garnishing and flavoring. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. * *Balm—Leaves have a fragrant odor. Pkt. 5e, oz. oc. Basil, Sweet—Leaves used for flavoring soups, stews and highly seasoned dishes. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c. ; Borage—Leayvyes used for flavoring. Pkt. 5c, oz. oc. *Catnip—Leaves and young shoots are used for sea- soning. PkKt. 5c, oz. 40c.
_*Caraway—Grown for the seeds, which. are exten- sively used for the flavoring of bread, pastry, candy, etc. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c.
Coriander— Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. ¥€ “ Diil—seeds used for pickling cucumbers. Pkt. 5e, oz. ec.
*Fennel, Sweet—Pkt. 5e, oz. 10¢.
*H yssop—lIs a stimulant and used for asthma and chronic catarrh. PkKt. 5e, oz. 20.
*Horehound—Leaves used for making cough medicine, Pkt. de, Oz. 30e.
*Lavender—Pkt. dc, oz. 20c.
Marjoram, Sweet—PkEt. 5c, oz. 20e.
*Pennyroyal—Pkt. 5e.
*Rosemary—Ornamental herb. Pkt, 5e, oz. 40e
*Rue—Good for colds andcroup. PkK#, Se, oz. 1I5e.
*Saffron— Pkt. 5c, oz, 10¢,
Sage— Extensively used for seasoning and dressing. Pkt,
5e, oz. L5e.
Savory, Summer—Pkt. 5c, oz. 15ce,
Savory, Winter—Pkt. 5e, oz. 20c. *Tansy—PKt. dc, oz. 30c. *Phyme—Pkt. 5e, oz. 30e. F Wormwood—Is beneficial to poultry. Pkt, 5 @&
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Plants are gener- ally known’as An- Bors Ma Spr aata — aS sai nuals, Biennials Bry . \ fis NSS ei ‘Gy Y and Perennials. Se BENS ¢ j ; j Annuals are those plants that 7 flower and mature their seeds within a year after they are sown, and then perish. Biennials are those plants that flower the second and sometimes the third . year after the seed is sown ( and then perish. > - Perennials are those plants that 4 AN: generally do not bloom until the pict Ye Naf | second year, and then live and gy bloom for several years in succession. Thefollowing list will be found oe convenient to many in making their selections:
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SEEDS FOR SPECIAL PURPOSES.
Plants for taller growth suited for Large Beds, Backgrounds or Centers around which smaller kinds may be grouped. Antirrhi- num. Aquilegia, Asters, Balsam, Cacalia, Calenitater Delphinium, Select Gaillardia, Hollyhocks, Marigold, Miribilis, Salpigiosis, Scabiosa, Fl S d Stocks, Sweet William, Zinnia, ete. }:
Climbing Plants for Trellises, Veran- ower €€as dahs, Pillars, etc. Canary Flower, § Cinnamon Vine, Cobea, Cypress] in Packets to | Vine, Ornamental Gourds,Ipome, ‘bey Nasturtium Tall, Sweet Peas, Wild Amount of Cucumber, etc. _
Spreading or Trailing Plants adapt- .,| ed to Vases, Hanging Baskets, Rock- eries, etc. Abronia, Alysum, Gilia, | $1.00 and remit} Lobelia, Maurandia, Myosotis, Ne- mophila, Nolana, Sanvitalia, Ver- us only 50c. bena, ete. ; 5
Low-growing Plants of spreading habit, adapted to Small Beds, Ribbons, Massing or Edging. Abronia, Ageratum, Alyssum, Calliopsis, Campanula, Candytuft, Catchfly, Centranthus, Clarkia, Convolvulous, Daisy, Lobelia, Mignonette, My@sotis, Nasturtium Dwarf, Pansy, Verbena, Pe- eres aes aS ice tunia, Phlox, Poppy, Portulaca. Pyre- — thum.
SELECTION OF COLORS-—If it is desired to fill separate beds with flowers of a single color, and of such kindsas will have a. fine appearance and bloom the whole season, select from the Phlox Drummondi, Pansy, Verbena, Petunia,
Salpiglosis, Stocks, Balsams, Zinnias, ete. RAGRANT FLOWERS—The Mig- nonette, Sweet Pea, Alyssum, Stocks, Car- nation, are all fragrant and fine for cut B flowers. : :
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A mixture of many varieties of beau- ; tiful, easy-growing flowers, producing a constant and yarted bloom the whole season. In no othermannercawsomany Soe be obtained for such a SMALL &£
Zoad of Flowers,
This girl’s parents buy flower seeds of J. A. Everitt, Seedsman.
A small sum invested in their seeds will afford loads of flowers for the whole season.
Select $1.00 worth in Packets
and send 50 cents cash,
This mixture is especially prepared from Choice Seeds. They are very useful for - Sowing alongsidé the garden fence and on untidy, bare spots of ground, which can be converted into beauty places.
P&t., 10 Cents; ounce, 25 cents.
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package, together with a correct illustration in colors.
OUR PRICES SHOULD BE POPULAR. We don’t aim to charge as much for a package as a pound costs us, but we have made our prices so low that
EVERYBODY CAN HAVE AN ABUNDANCE,
DISCOUNTS If you select Flower Seedsin e Packets to amount of 25c, Re- mit us only 26c; 50c worth and Remit us. 30c; $1.00 worth and Remit us 50c. All Packages well filled.
In the following list ‘a’? stands for annual, **b*”? for biennial, “pn”? perennial, “h.a.’? hardy annual, “h. h. a.” half hardy annual, *‘t. p.’’ tender perennial, etc.
10. ABRONIA Umbellata. h. h. a. Very pretty trailing plants. Sweet-scented flowers. Se.
12. ABUTIELON. (Flowering Maple.) t. p. Well adapted for house culture and for bedding out doors. Finest mixed. lide.
15. ACROCLINUM. h.h. a. One of the best everlasting fiow- ers. Choice mixed, 5c. :
20. ADONIS Autummalis. (Pheasant’s Hye.) h. a. Very showy. Se.
AGERATUM. h. h. a. Excelient for bouquets. 25. Mexi. eanum, 5e. 26. Finest varieties, mixed, Se. PAY. =
AGROSTEMMA. (Rose @f Heaven.) h. a. Abundant bloomer | MMGOMatas with deep rose flower. Fine mixed, se. <a)
32. ALWSSUM—Sweet white, h. a. Delicate flowers of a \\\y honey-like fragrance; much prized for bouquets. Se.
35. AMMOBEUM. (Everlasting.) Valuable for winter bou- quets. Se.
37. AMPELOPSIS Veitechii. (Boston Ivy.) h.p. 5e.
AMARBRANTHUS. h,a. Of Remarkably handsome foliage and interesting flowers. 40. Caudatus, (Love lies bléeding.) 5e, 41. Tri-color,. (Joseph’s coat.) Red, yellow and green. Se. 42. Sal- icifolius. (Fountain Plant.) 44. Mixed. All colors: Sc.
ANTIREBHINUM,. (Snap Dragon.) h.p. 46. Majus. Mixed Tall; 2ft. 5e, 47. Tom Thumb. Mixed dwarf. Se.
AQUILEGIA. Columbine. h. p. Blossoms early in the spring. 65. Simgle. All colors, 5c. .66. Double. All colors. Se.
68. ASPERULA,. h.a. For button-hole bouqueis nothing will be oftener in request. Fime mixed, blue, 5c.
RS h.a. Very beautiful, and popular plants. 50. Dwarf §; ASTE : Bouquets. A magnificent variety. $e. 51. German Quilled. Ofallcolors. Very popular. 10e. 52. New Dwarf, Pzony Perfection. Flowers profusely. Very large size and per- fectly double. Finest mixed. 10e. 54. Chrysanthemum Filow- ered, Flowers resembling chrysanthemums. All colors mix- ed. 10c.
10. BALLOON WINE. h.h.a. A rapid, handsome climber. 5e. Q ALSAMS h.a. Very popular plants; produce most lovely and
» striking flowers in rich profusion. Easy cultivated.
80. Extra Double Rose Flowered. Profusely covered with large double flowers of brilliant colors throughout the summer and autumn. Mixed, 5e. 81. The Hing. Brilliant scarlet. Very double. 5e. 82. Camellia Flowered. Very double and beautiful colors. Mixed, 5e. 83. Double Solferino. Beautiful white ground, with lilac and scarlet. Se.
75. BARTONIA, Aurea, h. a. Flowers, with downy, thistle- like foliage, exceedingly brilliant. 5e.
BEGONIAS t. p. As bedding plants there is nothing to equal the
, * Tuberous Rooted Begonia. They bloom equal to the Geranium. 95. Tuberous-rooted, Single, 12e. 96. Tuber: ous-rooted, Double, 5c. Rex Begonia, mixed. 12e.
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130. CALIOPSIS—Golden Wave. h.a. For mass of bright color, this is probably the most effective of all annuals. 5c. CAMPANULA. (Canterbury Bells.) h. b. Beautiful well- known plants. 136. Single Mixed, 5c. 137. Double Mix- eed. All the finest double varieties. 5c. 134. CANARY BIRD FLOWER. t.a. A beautiful climb- er; will run 20 ft. and blossom from July until frost comes. 5c. CANDYTUFT. h.a. A treasure for bouquets. 145. New Carmine. Distinct and beautiful. 5c. 146. White Rocket. Fine for florists. 5c. 147. Crimson. Very beautiful. Se. 149. All the above mixed. 65e. 151. CANNA. t.p. Fine foliage plants of a highly decora- tive character. Fine Mixed, 5c.
CARNATION h.h.p. A magnificent class of popular fa- a vorites, colors extremely rich and beautiful. 171. Finest German Double Mixed, 5c. 172. Marguerite. New. Will bloom in 4 months from sowing the seed. 5c.
173. CASTOR BEAN. (Ricinus.) h, bh. p. Attain gigantic proportions of 8 tol5 ft. Mixed, Sc. ‘
175. CATCHEFLY. h.a.Easy growing, free flowering plant.5c.
178. CELOSIA. (Cockseomb.) h. h.a. One of the most sat- isfactory plants for garden decoration. Mixed fine, 6e. .
180. CENTAUREA—Candidissima. h. h. p.. Fine orna- mental plant of great beauty. 10c.
199. CHRYSANTHEMUM. h.h. a. 190. Eclipse. Pure golden with a bright purplish-scarlet ring. 5c. 191. Fine mixed. 5c.
CINERARIA (Cape Asters.) t. p. The flowers and the foli-
» age are both handsome and may be had in bloom nearly all the year. 19. HMybrida. Finest mixed, 10c. 197. Maratima, 10c,
200. CLARKTIA.h. a. Flowers are very pretty and of many colors. Double and Single Mixed. 5c.
203. CLEMATIS. h. p. Virginiana. Greenish white, 4 fragrant flowers, 1%c. 204. Mixed. Possesses all the varied @ hues of the tall and dwarf varieties. 10c. a My | dey 210. COBAHA. h. h. p. A rapid climber, attaining the height of 30 feet ina season ; of very easy culture. Large pur- ple bell-shaped flowers. 5c.
COLEUS. t.p. Beautiful ornamental foliage plant. 220. Splendid cellection. $c. 221. New Hybrid Strains. Choicest new sorts. 15c. i
CYPRESS VINE. (Ipomcea Quamoclit.) t a. A most beau- tiful climber, with abundance of bright star-shaped blossoms. 222. Searlet. 223. Rose. 224. White. Each, 5c. Mixed, 5c.
DAISY. (Bellis Perenis.) t. p. Every one knows the Daisy. Acharming little plant. 255. Extra Double White. Unus- ually large double flowers, 5c. 256. Double Mixed, 5c.
262. ESCHSCHOLTZIA. (California Poppy.) h.a. A ge- nus of the Poppy family. Fine mixed, 5c.
2644. EDUPHORBIA VARIEGATA. h.a. Foliage beauti- ful. Very showy. Known as ‘“‘Snow on the Mountain.”’ 5e,
266. EUTOCA.h. a. Foliage dull green ; leaves hairy; blos- soms intense blue striped, three-quarters of an inch across. A branch placed in water will bloom many days. Mixed, 5c.
268. FORGET-ME-NOT, Myosotis alpestris. h. p. Flowers large. 5c.
270. FOUR O’CLOCK. (Marvel of Peru.) p. Few plants combine greater beauty of flowers and foliage. Mixed, 5c.
272. FOXGLOVE. (Digitalis.) h. b, Ornamental plants, pro- ducing dense spikes of flowers on stems3 to 5 ft. high. Mixed, 5c.
GAILLARDIA. h. h.a. Remarkable for the size, brillianey and duration of their flowers. 275. Mixed warieties. 5e. 276. Hybrida Grandiflora. Large flowers of rich crimson and yellow. 5e.
GERANIUM h.h.p. No garden seems complete without a bed
y ' of these popular plants. 282. Faney Pelargon- jum. 20c. 280. Fimest Double. Mixed, 10c. 281. Apple Scented, Mixed, 20e. TMA SN ENS ‘ WWE 281. GEILEA. (Tri-color.) Blooms in any situation. Choice FS = : mixed, 5c.
287. GLAUCKUM. (Corniculatum.) Very showy plant, with at-
tractive flowers, 10c, —— ;
ty ; net, ee
AMARANTH. (Gomphrena.) t.a. <A desirable everlasting. Globular heads of flowers, which, if cut when well matured, will retain their beauty for years. 290. Purple, 5c. 291. White, 5c.- 292. Flesh Colored, 5c. 293. Orange, 5c. 294.. Striped, 5c. 295. Mixed, 5c.
300. GLOXINA. (Hybrida Grandiflora.) t.p. Bulbous rooted plant, producing large bell-shaped flowers. Mixed, 15c.
GODETIA. h.a. Beautiful plants of easy cultivation. 305. Rubiconda Splendens. Rosy lilac flowers. 5c. 306, Whit- meyi. Large rosy flowers. A beautiful hot-house plant. 5e.
GOURDS. (Cucurbita.) t.a. A tribe of climbers with wba | shaped fruit. Being of rapid growth, they are fine to cover ol aS no fences, trellises, ete. 310. Mock Orange. 311. Nest Egg. 312. ies =z Apple Shaped. 313. Pear Shaped. 314. Bottle. 315. Siphon ies : or Dipper. 317. Hercules Club. Each Pkt. 5c. One pkt. each of 7 varieties, 20c. 318. All varieties mixed, 10c.
_335. GYPSOPHILA—Elegens. h.p. Delicate free flowerin little plants, well adapted for hanging-baskets and edging, an aluabledor bouquets. 5e.
HELIOTROPE. h.h.a. Its exquisite fragrance attracts all, and its freeness to grow and bloom places it foremost witb our choicest flowers. 340. Fine mixed, sweet scented, 5e.
346. HIBISCUS. h.a. A branching plant of the easiest cul- ture; pretty foliage and showy blossoms. Mixed, 5c.
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perfection is very unlike its parent of olden time; it now ranks = With the Dahlia, Aster, Camellia, ete. The flowers are double as
7 a rose, of many shadesof color, from deep yellow, red, purple to pure white. 351. Double White. Pure white and perfectly double. 5c. 352. Double Yellow. Comprising the finest shades
mon. 5c. 355. Double Mixed, extra choice. 5c. . and fleshy, and appear.as though covered with ice crystals. 5c.
velously beautiful, and their fine foliage and graceful forms render them indispensible adorn ts. 370. S Bona Nox. (Evening Glory, or Good Night.) Very large, white “7a iragrant flower. 10 ft. 5c. 371. Coccinea. (Star Ipomea,) Hand- m some little scarlet flowers. 10ft. 5c. 373. Noctiflora. (White Be Seeded, Moon Flower.) 5c. Quamoclit. (See Cypress Vine.) 380. KAULFUSSIA. h.a. A neat, free flowering plant of dwarf habits and compact growth. Succeeds well in good garden soil. Mixed, Se.
fulin pots. Finest mixed, 5c.
ers. Very lovely. 10c. 391. Finest varieties mixed, ic.
bright flowers. 5c.
plants of great value to the flower garden.
Dark blue; splendid. 10c. #6 2 leaves and curious, showy, blue flowers. 5c.
with spikes of pea-shaped blossoms of various colors. 5c. ; MAURANDIA. h.h.p. These charming climbersean not ©
422, Mixed colors. Somethingfine. 5c. 425. Golden Queen. Spikes of golden yellow blossoms. ©
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of yellow. 5c. 353. Double Crimson. 5c. 354. Double Sal- — 356. ICE PLANT. t.a. Theleaves and stems are succulent —
LARKSPUR. (Delphinium.) h.a. 390. Giant Larkspur. Beautiful long spikes of brilliant dark blue and red double flow- —
895. LINUM. (Scarlet Flax.) Beautiful, effective genius of plants, of slender and delicate growth, having a proiusion of
LOBELIA. h.h.a. Exceedingly pretty, profuse blooming 400. Erinus Compacta. Beautiful golden. 10c. 401. Erinus Speciosa Alba. Snowy white flowers of drooping | and spreading habit. 10c. 402. Erinus Crystal Palace. | 480. LOVE-IN-A-MIST. (Nigelia.)_h.a. Finely cut —
482. LUPIN. (Lipinus.) h.a. Very conspicuous plants ©
HOLLYHOCK. h.p. The Hollyhock in its present state of |
ch.a. The brilli d vari ar omea h.h.a. The brilliant and varied hues are m
385. LANTANA. h.p. Splendid bedding plant; also beauti-
P be too highly praised for their beautiful flowers and foliage. | MIGNONETTE. h.a. A well known fragrant favorite. |
5e,0z.50c. 426. Parson’s Giant. White, very beautiful. | : 5e, oz. 50c. 430. Giant Red. Far superior to all others — P
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437. MINA LOBATFA. t.a. Very useful, rapid growing - summer climber. Flowers in long racemes, rosy crimson, changing to orange and pale yellow. 15feet high. 15c.
438. MOMORDICA. (Balsam Apple.) a. A curious climber with yellow blossoms. The fruitis the chief curiosity, which also has medicinal properties for the cure of cuts, bruises, rheumatism,ete. Fine fortrellises, fences, stumps, ete. 5c.
MORNING GLORY. (Dwarf.) h.a. One of the most popular annuals. Very pretty for bedding, hanging baskets and vases. 439. Tricolor Roseum. Beautiful rose color, pure white center, fringed with purple. 5c. 231. Crimson. . 6c. 440. Best Mixture. 5c.
MORNING GLORY. (Tall.) h.a. Handsome, showy climber of easy culture, and suitable for covering arbors, windows, trellises, old stumps, ete. 439. Striped, 5c. 441. Crimson, 5c. 443. Purple, 5c. 445. Blue, 5c. 442 White, 5c. 444. Mixed, 5c.
SS 446. MOURNING BRIDE. (Scabiosa.) h.a. An orna- EN mental border plant, producing flowers in great variety of colors; excellent OE OEE ISS a! 5e. a ae
Dp ne of the best and mostreliable flowers. Nasturtiums. They thrive in almost any soil, even the poorest. Withstands the severest drought. They make a bet- ter display for three months than almost any other flower. Tall. 488. Searlet, 5c. 489. Yellow, 5c. 490. Rose, 5c. Mixed, 5c. (Dwarf.) 450. Scarlet. 451. Yellow. 453. Rose. Pkt. 5c each, oz. 15c each. Mixed, pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 14 Ib. a 50c, lb. $1.25. | 458. NEMOPHILA. (Love Grove.) h.a. Of dwarf spreading habit; well adapted for border or pot culture. Mixed, 5c.
ORNAMENTAL GRASSES.
Very beautiful, and extensively used in the arrangement of winter bouquets and various other home decorations. Our list comprises all the beautiful varieties. All annuals, unless noted.
PER PET 320. Agrostus nebulosa, fine and feathery..................c00cceeeeees oe 321. Avema sterilis (Animated Oat) 5 2446 .......ce ee ceceesecseeccceseeees Sse -} 322. Briza maxima (Quaking Grass), large racemes of beauti- Pulp rathblesieecoceesstesys cu sacssoaes cteouweaneca cad. «waceseeee sine ace vebenaaseee de 323. Coix Lachwryina (Job’S Tears).............cccccscsersecccececeescse eases de 324. EKulalin Japonica Zebrina (Zebra Grass); grows 5 to 6 feet high, with stripings across the leaves..,............,.0..08 sess 10e 325. Gynerium argentimma (Pampas Grass); flowers the sec- ond season ; requires protection, B.D. p...............cceccssesnesees de
326. Hordeum Jahbatuma (Squirrel-tail Grass); fine.... 327. Stippa penatta (Feather Grass); perennial.......... ; aa 328. Zea Japonies variegata. Variegated Japanese Maize...... 5e
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329. MIXED ANNUAL VARIETIES of Ornamental Grasses. All our customers should haye a supply of this mixture, It contains seed of all the annual varieties named above, thus fur- nishing ample material for home decoration in winter. @z. 25e, large pkt, 10c.
487. @XALIS. Rosea. h.h.p. Charming little plants. Very useful for covering rock work, also for baskets and edgings. 5e. PANSIES h.p. These lovely flowers are everybody’s favorite, and
' are so well known as to need no lengthy description. Our collection embraces hest imported varieties. 490. Giant Trimar- dean. All colors, ¥0e. 491 Yellow, Se. 493. Faust, black, 9e, 495, Blotched, Se. 498. Pure white, Se. 499. Imperial Ger- mam, mixed, very grand, large strain, lOc, 3 for 25e. 509, All va- rieties, mixed, 10c. |
ETWNEA. t:p. Succeed well everywhere; particularly showy in beds:or masses, and are universal favorites on account of their richnessin color, fragrance and continuous blsoming. 515. Dwarf Inimitable, beautifully striped flowers, 12e. 616. Striped and ag oe 51% Alba white, kOe. 521. Choicest- mixed, Idec.
| <x DROMMONDE ha. Few annuals are better;
L 4 ranging from the purest white to the deepesticrimson, 540. Alba A — ae White, 6c. 541. Scarlet, 5c. 542. Flora Kosea, 6c. 544 ; as s SNSRANEE ESS a, Splendens, 6c. Choicest Mixed, 5c,
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PINKS. (Dianthus.)’ h.a. Blooms all summer and fall, and then again the next summer. Easy cultivation.
560. Chinensis, finest mixed, double, 5e.
561. Laciniatus, very large, mixed, 10e.
562. Imperials, very bright, mixed, 5e.
565. POPPY. h.a. The Shirley, mixed, numberless shades of colors, 5c. 577. Snow Drift, 5c. 579. Carnation, mixed, 5c. 580. Finest Hybrid, mixed, 5c.
PORTULACA. h. a. A most brilliant and profuse bloomer, perfectly refulgentin bright colors under a drought and on soil where most flowers would perish. 595. Double, white, 5c. 596. Orange,5c. 597. Red, 5c. 598. Mixed, 5c.
PRIMULA SINENSIS, (Chinese Primrose.) ‘
605. Fimbriata, Searlet, 12c.
606. + Rose, 12¢ 607. ~ White, 15c. 608 “6 Choicest Mixed, 10c.
610. PYRETHRUM ROSEUM. h.p. From the dried and powdered flowers of this is made the famous insectide, Per- sian Insect Powder, 10c.
612. ROCKET, (Hesperis.) h. p. The sweet roeket pro- duces clusters of flowers which are very fragrant during the evening, 5c.
626. SALPIGLOSIS—Grandifilora, h. h. a. Highly orna- mental autumn blooming plants. Finest mixed, 5c.
630. SALVIA. (Scarlet Sage.) h.h. <A beautiful bedding plant, loaded with brilliant flowers, 5c.
635. SENSITIVE PLANT. (Mimosa pudica.) Very cur- ious. Pink flowers. Leaves droop on being touched. Se.
STOCKS. h.h.a. Brilliant and varied in color; adapted for massing, bedding, edging or pot culture. Profuse bloom- ers. 650. Dwarf German, Blood Red, 10e.
651. Crimson, 6e. 653. Blue, Ge. 654. Mixed, 5e.
660. SUNFLOWER, (Helianthus.) Miniature. h.a. The smallest and the most beautiful of all Sunflowers, growing 2feet high. 5c, oz. 5c.
661. Mammoth. Very large size, 5e, oz. 5c.
WE CUR ROYAL MIXTURE S FET PEAS. comprises the Earliest and Latest sorts, and new blooms and beauties will appear daily through the wholesummer. Everybody. can scatter them lavishly and revel in their sweet blossoms all summer. They are allthe rage. Price, postpaid, pkt. 5c, oz. 6e, 14 lb. 15e, per Ib. 50c¢.
SWEET WILLIAMS. h.p. For display in the garden the Sweet William is unsurpassed.
675. Pure White,5c. 676. Fine Mixed, 5c. VERBEN A For massing, the Verbena ts unrival-
¢ ed; flowers of the most brilliant colors, blooming continuously from spring until late in the autumn.
700. HMybrida, striped, 5c. 701. Hybrida, scartet, 10c.
702. Hybrida, blue, 10c.
703. Fine mixed, 5c.
704. New Mammoth Seedling. This distinet class of Verbena produces flowers of great size. Gc.
710. VINCA. Periwinkle Rose. Ornamental free flow- ering plant, glossy green foliage and handsome flowers, 10c. - ZINNIA. h.a. Fine large flowers of a great variéty-of col- ors; Pduble asa Dahlia; bloom from July till frest. _720. > Yellow; 5c. 721. Scarlet, 5c. 722. Purple, 5e. 723. Vio- let, 5¢e. 724. Orange, 5c. 725. White,5c. 726. Choice mixed,-all.colers, 5c. :
105. BROWALEIA. Rozelia. h. h. a. Valuable. for blooming during wintér in thehouse, as well as bédding out
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_ A beautiful and rapid climber, possessing the rare pour of emit- ing from its flowers the delightful odor of cinnamon, and very ap- ropriately called the “Cinnamon Vine.” The plants are grown wy rom bulbs or roots, and are very nice for window ornaments or out-#% doorculture. They are perfectly hardy, the stems dying down every autumn, but growing again in the spring so rapidly as to completely cover any trellis or arbor very early in the season. The vines often run 25 feet or more, and when trained over and about a door or win- dow make an ornament much admired, while its many clusters‘ of delicate white flowers send out an amount of fragrance that is truly wonderful. It is easy to cultivate, has no insect ene- ‘mies and is not affected by drought, because it roots so deeply. The tubers increase in size from year to year; are often two feet long at two or three years of age and run straight down in deep soil. We have sold these tubers for several years and the plant has ever increased in popularity. Look at any other Catalogue you have and you GS will see the usual price for these tubers is $1,00 Z per dozen. WE SELL THEM AT 4 DOZ. 20c, 1 Apios Tuberosa. DOZ. 35c, 2 DOZ. 60c, 4 DOZ. $1.00; postpaid.
APIOS TUBEROSA. Tuberous Rooted Wistaria...
A native climber and one of the most beautiful in cultivation. A profuse bloomer, bear- ing lovely clusters of rich, deep purple flowers with a delicious violet fragrance. It is a wonderfully robust grower, attaining a great height, its vine and dense foliage resembling
=a - mS : the common Wistaria. The bulbs are perfectly hardy,
: needing no protection whatever and last forever when once started. 10c each, 6 for 25c, 50c per dozen.
YELLOW DOLICGHOS.
This luxuriantly flowering vine is a most welcome addition to the list of annual climbers, and as a late, beautiful and prolific bloomer, should have a place in every flower garden, or wherever bare walls or un- sightly objects are to be hidden from the eye. t
It blooms ijater in the season than other varieties, be- ee its best when earlier climbers are brown and
ead.
Erect racemes of bright yellow blooms, similar in shape to half-opened pea-blossoms, form at every joint, and the leaves and stems are covered with downy, gray- ish hairs, producing a most novel effect. The outer sur- face of the petalsis rich brown, interior space of stand- ards soft, glowing, canary yellow. The blossoms are succeeded by slender, rounded pods, which lend addi- tional beauty to the vines, and are far more effective @ than the broad, coarse pods found in other varieties.
The denser foliage of this new Dolichos stands out in striking contrast to others, covering the - poles with a heavy mass of vines when most other varieties are half way up the poles. Pkt. 10c, 3 for 25c, oz. £0c.
~ These three choice climbers should p & Special. be started around every home. As a special inducement to take them all, we offer 1 dozen Cinnamon Vines, 6 Apios Tuberosa and 1 pkt. Dolichos for 50c, postpaid, or 3 such collec- tions for $1.00.
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SOME GHOICGE VARIETIES
- BLADIOLUS
The gladiolus is the most attractive and fash- ionable of all summer flowering bulbs or plants. 1 There are few plants that can be used in so many ways, and few that display such a variety and i brillianey of colors. Itrivals the rose and car- i nation and is of much easier culture. It has no insect enemies. The planting is as simple as sticking a potato in the ground, while the results are more certain than getting a crop of potatoes. They may be planted year after year.
MIXED GLADIOLUS. (Of Separate Colors.) Dozens Post Paid, Hundreds not Post Paid.
and lilae; a distinct color. of the most showy and brilliant in cultivation. marks. A very fine white. heavily with rosy salmon,
FEU FOLLETTE —TIvyory white, striped with salmon.
striped bright, rosy salmon; beautiful.
Grandest Bedding Plants.
7 of the Very Best Sorts in Cultivation. One of Exceptional Merit.
freely produced. One of the best ofits type.
red Lee heads, profusely produced. M. eolor a bright scarlet, bordered golden yellow.
nearest approach to a which is pleasing and efiective.
The following 7 sorts we consider the very best sorts, entirely satisfactory, that will yield gorgeous results:
EGANDALE—An excellent variety with bronzy green foliage, large spikes of rich cherry red flowers,
FLORENCE VAUGHAN —Undoubtedly the best yellow spotted variety. Bright golden yellow, spotted
ROZY—No doubt the most popular canna;
M. BERAT—A distinct shade of pink. It is the ure pink. A rosy carmine,
Per dot.. Per 100
White and light mixture, choice................50c¢ $3.00 White and light mixture, extra.................30e€ 2.00 Wellow, fine yellow tints...............cccccecececesee 40ce 2.75
BRENCHLEYENSIS— Intense brilliant scarlet; one
FATIMA —A rich ivory whiie, splashed and striped
suffused and | pink,
HESPERIDE—Grand white,’ richly suffused and
across the upper petals, salmon red with hroad border
ALLEMANNIA-—Giant flowers fully 6 to 7 inehes |
of golden yellow. low in center. 15c.
Lower petal is dark salmon with yel-
AUSTRIA—Rich canary yellow, slightly tinted with
reddish dots; a massive tall grower. grown itis grand. 10c.
When well
BURBANK—Canary yellow, grand form and at-
tractive green foliage, guite free flowering. 15c.
Five Latest Novelties in American
ABRAHAM LINCOLN—Tall growing, very prom- ising; exceptionally large flowers and large trusses of
a solid fiery crimson; early and profuse. 25c.
BLACK PRINCE—A grand canna in every way. The darkest crimson ever Sent out. Grand large flow-
ers freely produced inlarge, bold trusses. 25c. GEO. WASHINGT
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- SUMMER FLOWERING BULBS
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{2 CHOICE GLADIOLI FOR 50c.
This Collection cannot be excelied for easy cultivation and certainty of blooms. AURORE.— Bright salmon rose, striped with orange
JOHN BULL—White, slightly tinged deep creamy color; delicately suffused rose. ‘
LA MARCK—Cherry sed, with pure white throat.
MAD, MONERET—A very popular sort; a very
CERES—Pure white, with purple rose spots and | pretty delicate rose color; flowers large and showy.
MR. BAINS—A beautiful clear orange red; a pleas- ing, showy color.
MAY—A grand new variety of a rich, tender, rosy splashed and striped carmine; should be in every collection.
NAPOLEON Iii—Rich, bright, dark red, pure white throat.
5c EACH, THE SET FOR 50c POST PAID.
GIANT FLOWERING FRENCII CANNAS.
Grow as Readily as Field Corn.
If you wish a bed that will be something really magnificent, prepare the ground well; make the soil light, deep and very rich. In dry weather soak thoroughly to the depth of a foot or more, once or twice a week. possible, give it a full exposure to the hot sun. Cannas will do well and makea great display without much at- tention, but you will be astonished at the wealth of bloom produced by a bed prepared and watered as above. ,
Every
QUEEN CHARLOTTE—A grand gilt-edged sort of a dwarf habit, color arich, scarlet erimson, broadly, bordered with a bright canary yellow. Grand for mass- ing or in beds.
SEC’Y CHABANNE —A superior salmon of a rich pleasing east; a decided advance in this color of ex- ceptional merit, producing immense heads of large flowers, especially fine for masses or with brilliant shades.
SOUVENIR DE, ANTONIE CROZY—Absolutely the best of the gilt-edge type; a rich, dazzling crim- son, with bright golden yellow band. -With us the showiest canna, early and free bloomer.
EACH 15c, 6 FOR 50c, 15 FOR $1.00, 50 FOR $3.00, DELIVERED FREE,
FIVE SUPERB ORCHID FLOWERED CANNAS.
ITALIA—Grand as a specimen plant or in beds; its musa-like foliage complemented with bright orange- searlet, with broad golden-yellow bordered blooms of immense size. 15c.
WILHELM BECK —Broad, green leaves, immense trusses of sulphur yellow flowers with red pencilings. A remarkable variety. 20c.
THE SET OF ORCHID CANNAS FOR 60c, TWO SETS FOR $1.00, ALL POSTPAID.
Cannas. Exceptionally Promising.
velvety crimson, large size; Unusually fine in every way. 50c. : LURA Y—Large beautiful trusses of bright shining rose, deepening to clear cherry red. 25c. IT. AsTNA—Foliage dark purple, flowers of beau-
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CALADIUMS
Esculentum. (Elephant’s Ears.) The
y leaves of this giant plantoftenattain a length
phen of 3feet. Very suitable for single plant on
OSA lawn, beds. or margins of water. Attains
5 iN greatest size in a moist situation. Keep i
WW bulbs in dry sand over winter. Each 15¢,777 iy doz. $1.50, 4% doz. same rate, postpaid. Y, ) By express, %1.00 per doz. GY Fancy Leaved—Beautiful ornamental fo- @ liage plants, especially valuable for window boxes, vases or out-of-doors decorative work. Easily grown, thriving in pots or boxes, orin shady situations on lawnorgarden. Plant in fairly rich sandy loam. There is a wide .. range of colors and markings, being most == heautiful and iin ni - the =— ug = choicest strains. Single bulbs c, or Se ig omrMEe 50c, 6 for $1.00, 12 for $2.00, postpaid, Caladium Esculentum. 2 By express, $1.50 per dozen. No two of same colorings and markings.
TUBEROSE.
New Excelsior Pearl.
Caladium, Fancy Leaved
Thisis the best variety and is a general favorite, and the most popular } of all howers for buttonhole bouquets. Can be grown in pots or plantin open ground in May. The fiowers of this variety are double the size of the common Tuberose and are borne in great profusion. Of dwarf habit, perfectly double and of most delicious fragrance. No flower garden is complete without a few stalks. If planted in pots in early winter, will bloom before spring flowers come. -
Extra sized floweriug bulbs, 5c each, 3 for 10c, 30c per doz, 25 for 65c, 100 for $2.40, postpaid. By express at expense of pur-
chaser, 100 for $1.50, 500 for $5.00. BEGONIA Tuberous-rooted varieties. This charming e class of Begonias is one of the handsomest of all summer flowering tuberous-rooted plants. Their culture is the simplest, and with the least regard for their requirements, will repay with an abundance and brilliancy of bloom. They delight in a rich, mellow, well-drained soil, where they can be liberally supplied with water, preferably ina position where they will be shaded from the direct re rays of the sun during the hottest hours of the day, and will succeed § equally well grown as pot plants for the conservatory or window garden.
~ SINGLE—Scarlet, Orange, Crimson, Pink, White, Yellow, 10c each, set of 6 colors 50c¢c, $5.00 per 100. Prices are postpaid.
SINGLE— All colors mixed, 8e each, 75c per doz, $4.00 per 100.
DOUBLE—Searlet, Pink, White, Yellow, 20c each, set of four col-
_ ors, 75c, 82.00 per doz.
DOUBLE—All colors mixed, 15¢ each, $1.50 per doz.
D AH LI A Within the past few years interest has been revived FA * in these beautiful flowers. We ofter the following
selection, being the best out of a collection of 600 sorts. We have. se- lected such sorts especially that are early and profuse bloomers.
Showy and fancy, 9 best varieties, 15¢ each, $1.50 per dozen, | postpaid. ;
A. D. LIVONI—Rich, clear pink. Very fine.
FRANK SMITH—Intense maroon, tipped rosy white.
GRAND DUKE ALEXIS—Ivory white, tinged delicate rose.
JAMES VICK—Rich, deep purple maroon.
JOHN KEYNES—Clear, yellow-tipped orange scarlet.
JOHN WALKER—Pure white, perfect form.
MRS. STANCOMBE-—Straw suffused amber, striped red, mottled and tipped white.
MARGUERITE—Lilac Pink. One of the best. MAY LOMAS—White, delicately suffused rosy lavender.
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SPOTTED CALL This Calla is much e like the White
Calla, but of rather smaller growth. The rich, glossy, een leaves are covered with pure white spots. The ry roots are planted out like gladioli, and dug and wintered in the same manner. Splendid for borders or beds. First size, dry roots, 15c each, 3 for 40c,.
-Extra large selected bulbs, 25¢ each, 3 for 60c.
wi LD CUCU M B E R (Echinocystis Lobata)
. ; ¢ This is the quickest growing climber in our list. Grows wild, self-sown, in many parts of the West. It will grow 30 feet in one sea- son. Itis thickly dotted over with pretty, white, fragrant flowers, followed by an abundance of ornamental and prickly seed pods. For a trellis or Pillar no annual vine 1s more chaste, and it will quickly cover an old tree or an unsightly building. Pkt. 10c, oz. 20c.
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\\ pink. A strong, vigorous grower with fine,
tion i \ ey <= \ h WM ip : the Sey : : \\ Vy NE ae % ealthy foliage; stems of good length, sup- crease BOY PAN Gils / Z } porting large, finely formed flowers. very rap- € i Evelina—A very fine white. Its strong points idly. a) ) : Ly q are its earliness, great freedom and continuity Nextto < : . WH) SF S : py \, of bloom. It hasso many good qualities, uni- Ss — = pry WB ted to its freedom, that we feel sure that it will roses the ZZ } < : -
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s Firefly—Deep scarlet, early, continuous
bloomer; large, well formed flower, 234 @ inches in diameter; strong, vigorous foli- age covered with heavy bloom.
Flora Hill—The largest white variety to date, wonderfully free in bloom, elean and healthy. Planted in enormous quan- tities allover the country; easily suited as to soil; water sparingly.
Jubilee— Color intense scarlet; very large flower, on long, slender, but stiff Hite Sterns; strong, non-bursting calyx. Seems
IMB to do best when grown inside all summer, Wand also does best on a strong, stiff soil. Triumph—A pure, rich pink; flowers often measure 3% inches across; early and very free; strong, robust grower; very long, stiff ste-as; never takes rust.
Wm. Scott—Bright pink; one of the
most productive large flowered pink Car- - nations; flower medium to large size, 2 ~ by 3 inches, on long stems, of good sub- stance and stiffness. More generally grown than any other Carnation. Gold Nugget—Clear, deep yellow, slightly marked with red. In pointof productiveness and constant bloom- ing, aremarkable variety, strong grow- er, free, early and continual bloomer; stem longandstiff. The vest yellow we have ever grown, and a prize- winner whereever shown.
Four Color Colleetion of Carnations for 25c delivered. One Plant each of Pink, Scarlet, White and Yellow, our selection of varieties.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.
The rapidly increasing number of Chrysanthemum exhibitions held arouse bpul the country each succeeding season shows the hold this popular Autumn flower has upon the affections of the flower-loving public. Of the easiest growth, they quickly make large bushes, either in open ground or in pots, and the magnificent flowers which they give up, until severe frost make them ideal plants for yard, garden or pot culture. We offer the best kinds known. -At the low prices for which we offer them, every one should have an abundance. They are the people’s flower. Price, each 10c, 6 for 45c delivered.
Fisher’s Torch—Bright fiery red, the richest shade | very large and full, and of the purest white, with
sought after. TheW flowerloversG have learnedY to appreciate the=many —™ in S charms which the Car-
nation possesses. We offer a choiceselection of the very best varie- ties. Price,eachi0c, 6 for 45c delivered.
Bon Ton — Bright, warm scarlet, large, deeply fringed,fragrant flower on a stem as stiff as a reed. Perfect ca- lyx. Habit of the plant exceptionally strong. The growt is so strong that it does not need Staking.
Daybreak—Delicate salmon pink,’ vigorous grewer. Color, when at its best, very soft, clear and pisacine. Flower will not stand in full sun, as the color bleaches and should be shaded when sun is strong A
in Chrysanthemums; large, fine flower. creamy center; astrong, sturdy habit; fine foliage. The Ivory—Unexcelled for pot culture or cutting; pure | most popular white variety with florists for early forcing. white flower of exquisite form and finish. Mrs. E. G. Hill—One of the earliest of all large flower-
J. A. Lager—Reflexed, of great depth. Petals long|ingsorts. Flowersvery large; colordelicate ease: pink, and twisted, open at the end, of beautiful pure yellow. Mrs. Henry Robinson—In the entire Chrysanthe-
Maude Dean—An immense pink variety, finely in- | mum family there is no grander white variety. — curved; petals broad, shell-shaped. One of the largest | Niveus—A grand snow white variety ; center irregu- flowers exhibited in the fall shows. larly incurving with outer petals reflexing nearly to
Major Bonnanffon—Soft, clear yellow; full in the! thestem. Constitution robust; foliage large andabun- center, eight inches in diameter and nearly asdeep. In| dant; keeping qualities of the flowers are unsurpassed. perfect form and finish; habit dark. The Queen—One of the grandest of all whites, es-
Mme. F. Bergmann—finest of all the early whites, | pecially for exhibition.
Four Color Collection of Chrysanthemums for 25c delivered, One plant each of Pink, Red, White and Yellow, our selection of varieties.
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Loads of ROSES
HARDY EVERBLOOMING FROSES.
Uhygp ; Witte, Sure to grow and bloom. The most profuse bloomers Ze you ever saw. Impossible to describe their beauty
when grown in massed beds. :
Popular Cheap Collections . Will be Delivered to You at Prices Given.
Give Express Office as well as Postoffice,
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The LA FRANCE COLLECTION OF FOUR ROSES for 35e delivered. One each of Augus- tine Guinoisseau (White La France), Duchess of Albany (Red La France), La France (The old favorite), pink and Mme. Angelique Vlys- set (Striped La France.) Everybody knows the beauty and fragrance of La France roses. Get this < ie eae It SOSA a hk aE ‘:
3 LE \\ E SOUPER Oo G N. ee charm- ; Tw ing Soupert Roses for 28c delivered. One each of a) Clothilda Souapert, blush white; Pink Soupert,
ms deep pink; Yellow Soupert (Mosella), pale yeliow..
Three of the finest Roses for outdoor or indoor culture. Will produce hundreds of flowers the first year. 14 et
THE EVERBLOOMING YELLOW COLLECTION. Four hardiest
Yellow Everblooming Roses for 35c delivered. Etoile de Lyon, Madame
Hoste, Mosella and Safrano. These varieties are all hardy as far north as In-
dianapolis, and with a slight covering of leaves or straw will succeed perfectly
even much farther north. j ,
THE EVERBLOOMING RED COLLECTION. The four best dark red everblooming Reses for 35c delivered. Marion Dingee, Meteor, Papa Gon- tier, Princess Bonnie. These are the cream of the dark varieties and should be in every garden. r,
THE EVERBLOOMING PINK COLLECTION. The four best pink ever- blooming Roses for 35c delivered. Champion of the World, Hermosa, Mrs. DeGraw and Souvenir de la Malmaison. All remarkably free-flowering and of exceptional hardimess, requiring proteetion only in the extreme north.
THE EVERBLOOMING WHITE COLLECTION. The four best white ever- blooming Roses for 35c delivered. Caroline Marniesse, Kaiserin Augusta Victoria, Marie Guillot, Souvenir de President Carnot. Four gems among white Roses. Especi- ally adapted for cemetery planting.
THE ALL-COLORS EVERBLOOMING COLLECTION consists of the four pre- _ ceding Collections—16 Roses for $1.40 delivered.
HYBRID PERPETUAL y Roses of this class produce the largest and
ROSES most beautiful flowers, and all the below .
varieties are entirely hardy. Always plant in the open ground. Will be delivered to you at prices quoted. When ordering, give Express Office as wellas Post ae Office. Order by name of Collection.
NOVELTY COLLECTION OF H. P. ROSES. Five magnificent new varieties for 60c delivered.
0, Helen Keller, Marchioness of Lorne, Margaret Dickson and Mrs. Sherman Crawford. Here is | llection of varieties, all of the most sterling value, and comprising a most happily graduated range of color
m pure white, through flesh-color, rosy-pink and deep pink to bright crimson. All fine varieties, all very hardy and free-flowering.
COLLECTION OF THREE NEAREST BLACK H- P. ROSES for 30c delivered. Baron de Bon- stettin, John Keynes and Prince Camille de Rohan. The beauty of these three dark roses can only fully be appreciated when seen; it cannot be adequately portrayed by words or pictures. The most beautiful velvet or satin is far outrivaled by the glossy texture of their petals. © COLLECTION OF FOUR BEST RED H.P. ROSES for 40c delivered. Alfred Colomb, Gen. Jac- queminot, Gen. Washington, Ulrich Brunner. The cream of a large assortment of red varieties. All of vigorous-growing and free-blooming habit and very hardy.
COLLECTION OF FOUR BEST PINK H. P. ROSES for 40c delivered. Anne de Diesbach, Mad- ame Gabriel Luizet, Magna Charta, Mrs. John Laing. There are so many fine pink sorts that it is difficult W select the really best four, but we think these come pretty close toit. Itisacollection of jewels of the first water. COLLECTION OF THREE FINEST WHITE ROSES for 35c delivered. Coquette des Alps, voquette des Blanches and Madame Plantier. All very hardy, very vigorous and free-flowering. A Splendid collection for cemetery planting. ' ALL-COLORS COLLECTION OF H. P. ROSES consists of the four preceding collections—i4
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Rose Growers who have reveled in the incomparable beauty of thé Crimson Rambler, will hail with delight our anounce- ment of its four equally beautiful companions. They are all hardy, and the five comprising the colors Crimson, Rose, Pink, White and Yellow, make a collection that will be the pride of every possessor.
CRIMSON RAMBLER,
An exceedingly vigorous, rapid grower, making shoots 10 to 20 feet in height in one season. When pegged. down or grown as a bush it is equally desirable, producing in marvelous profusion large trusses of fiow- ers pyramidal in form, and in color a rich growing crinison. When in full bloom it is a vivid erimson mass of beaiity. In Japan, its native home, it is known as the “Chérry Rose,” so bright are its flowers. Superb as a pot: plant; has become the fashionable holiday plant in all the large cities, where it is sold at $5 and $10 each. Recently plants sold in Philadelphia at $50.00 each. Perféctly hardy. No yard or garden should be with- out a CRIMSON RAMBLER. Each 12c, 3 for 30c, 6 for 50c, delivered.
NEW WHITE RAMBLER.
THALIA—This charming new Rose of the Rambler variety is awonder, It climbs rapidly, is entirely hardy, produces im- ménseé clusters of pure white roses, perfectly double, of delight- ful fragrance, and ef an immaculate white. It is without ques- tion thé bést white climbing rose extant. 12¢ each, 3 for 30c, 6 for 50c, delivered. >
NEW YELLOW RAMBLER.
AGLAITA—The Yellow Rambler has been found to success- — fully withstand, without protection, a continued temperature of from zero to two degrees below, which proves it to be far hard- ier than any other yellow climbing rose yet introduced, and we believe that by laying the plants down in the winter it can be successfully grown in nearly all the northern parts of the U. S.; in fact anywhere that other roses succeed at all well. Did we say nothing more about the Rose, we think that this will be sufficient to establish its value, for what lover of roses in the north has not bewailed the severity of climate which nearly de- prives his garden of the most attractive color of all—yellow? The flowers are borne in immense clusters, after the same man- ner as the Crimson Rambler. 12¢ each, 3 for 30c, 6 for 50c, delivered.
NEW PINK RAMBLER.
EUPHROSYNE—The Pink Rambler completes the entire range of cardinal colors that can be embraced in these beautiful climbing Roses. We now have the Crimson Rambler, the Yel- low Rambler, the White Rambler and the Pink Rambler. This rose isas charming as any of its rivals, embracing all their good qualities of hardiness, vigorous growth, profuse blooming, of delightful fragrance. Be sure and have a set of the Rambler Roses. Each 12c, 3 for 30¢, 6 for 50c, delivered.
NEW “HELENE” RAMBLER.
NEW HELENE —Originated in Germany and introduced for the first time two years ago. In many respects it is an improve- ment over Crimson Rambler, of which it is a seedling, being of more robust growth, but not as rigid as its parent; elegant and graceful in habit. Makes a growth of 10 to 15 feet in a season. Foliage similar to Crimson Rambler, but less subject to mildew and insect attacks. For cpen-ground culture it has no superior, being perfectly hardy and a strong, healthy grower. Its flowers are borne in large clusters and are produced in amazing profu- sion. The flower is larger than Crimson Rambler, almost double, and of excellent substance, remaining in perfection on the bush for weeks. Color, soft violet rose; almost blush, base of petals yellowish white, while the anthers and pistils are pure yellow, rising boldly from the flower. The -buds are carmine, finely mossed, and are borne 20 to 50 ina cluster. This magnificent rose is bound to become popula: when it becomes better known. 16c each, 3 for 40c, 6 for '75c, delivered. 5
FOR ONE EACH OF THESE BEAUTIFUL CLIMBING ROSES, WHICH ONLY 54h C WHEN ONCE PLANTED, WILL LAST AND BLOOM ALWAYS.
We should Sell one of these Collections to each person receiving this Catalogue. Think of it! With these Roses growing about your home, your property will be worth many dollars more,
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ATIPELOPSIS YEITGHI. (BOSTON IVY:) A beautiful climbing plant. This is one of the finest climbers
we have for covering walls, as it Clings firmly to the smoothest surface, covering itsmoothly with over-lapping foliage, giving
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» HONEYSUCKLE HEDGES—Some of our friends have concieved the idea of planting honeysuckles along the division fences, and itis wonderful what pretty hedges they make. Iron or wirefences are the best, but almost any kind are soon covered with a mantle of liy- ing green, making a very pretty and cheap border for lawns, drives, parks, walks, cemeteries, etc. Other climbing vines will answer the same purpose, but the sweet-scented Honeysuckles are both fragrant and beautiful. They should be planted two feet apart.
it the appearance of being shingled with green leaves. coloris a fresh deep green in summer, changing to the bright- est Shade of crimson and yellowinautumn. It
and becomes more popular every year.
The is quite hardy,
Each, 12¢c; 3 for 30c; doz. for 90c, postpaid.
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Price of each variety of Honeysuckles, 12¢ each; 3 for 30c; doz. 90c. All deliv- ered to purchaser. |
For real home vines, to be neaf you, climbing over your windows and doorways, there is noth- ing pretaies than sweet-scented Honeysuckles; the foliage is pretty, neat and clean, the flowers are almost continuous, and their fragrance deli- cious. The varieties described below are the very best.
HALL’S JAPAN—A strong growing, almost ever green sort with pure white flowers changing to yellow. Very fragrant and covered with flowers from July to November.
MONTHLY FRAGRANT—Red and yellow; very fragrant. Blooms all summer; leaves tinged with red- dish color.
‘SCARLET TRUMPET—Bright red trumpet-shape flowers; bloom very freely the entire season, vigorous and rapid growing.
Jackmanni.
Madame Veillard.
CLEMATIS.
Orders should all bein by April 15, There is no more ornamental class of plants than Clematis, and the rich show of bloom produced by the
best varieties is far too Malay ess eel to be fully por- |
trayed by mere words. The flowers are of large size, Measuring four to six and sometimes eight inches in diameter. The colors run from intense velvety purple through blue, lavender and white, and a new crimson variety (Madame Edouard Andre) has lately been added to the list. Each, 15c; 3 for 36c; the 4 (1 of each) for 45c, post paid.
HENRYI—A vigorous grower and free bloomer, producing its large pure white flowers constantly dur-
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ing summer and early autumn. The best large flow- ered variety producing pure white flowers.
JACKMANNI—The flowers are large, intense rich velvety violet-purple, and are produced in such masses as to forma cloud of bloom. Welk known and very popular.
MADAME BARON-VEILLARD—Of recent in- troduction and quite like its parent, the popular Jack- manni, in habit and make-up, except that its flowers are a lively, satiny lavender pink; entirely distinct from any other variety and charming in effect.
MADAME EDOUARD ANDRE—Also of the Jackmanni type and is the nearest approach to a bright red that has yet appeared. The flowers are very large, usually six-pétaled, of a distinct, Bee shade of carminé, and are produced in bewildering confusign.
For the collection of four large flowered Clematis, which, when once planted, will last always. We should sell 50,000 of these colfections at this price. Clematis plants.are sold all over the country by nurseties and agents for the same at from 50c to $1.00 each, Don’t be robbed, but get our collection of four for the price of one,
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SOME REMARKABLE NEW FRUITS, The Bismarck Apple
Is perhaps the most wonderful of allapples. It originated in Victoria, Aus- }) tralia, and was named by three eminent pomologists, ‘‘Bismarck.”’ It bears | abundantly the first year after grafting. The fruit is remarkably latge, yery | showy (a bright yellow) anda fine keeper. Wonderful tales of its superior © character are told of.itin Germany. It is not only extremely hardy, but also | the only apple that will do well in hot countries. Why wait ten years for an orchard? With the Bismarck Apple you can get an orchard in one year. SS > Theiruit always brings highest prices in market. In England old orchards Poe are being extensively engrafted with this showy apple. Owing toits bearing | NS when only a couple of feet high, itis frequently grown in pots asa useful | J¥ornament. Price, postpaid 20c each, 3 for 50c, 6 for $1.00, by mail, | ‘express or freight delivered. Not delivered, larger trees $15.00 | peri100. Agents make good money buying these trees at $15.00 per 100 and | can sell them at 50c or more each.
<f A thornless Raspberry-Blackberry origtunted in California. Thefruitisas | \ SY large as the largest blackberry, and produced in immense clusters, Color, hb) SSS clear, dark rich red; flavor of the blackberry and raspberry combined, mild, pleasant, vinous, peculiar to this berry alone. Excellent for all purposes. Seeds small, soft and few. Berries firm and carry well. Growth strong, 10 feet and more in a séason; enormous bearer. Fruit ripens early, just after strawberries and before raspberries become plentiful. Alwayssells at highest — prices. Vine is rust-proof and without objectionable thorns. Never at- & tacked by insects or disease. Undoubtedly _themostvaluable © S$ fruit known and the hardiest. Beng Bears first year from ©
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Something entirely new in fruit, and all who plant the new White Blackberry will be morethan pleased. The follow- ing description is that of the originator. He says: Owing to the somewhat un- satisfactory qualities of white blackber- ries so far known, the impression may have been entertained by some that no white blackberry could be as product- ive and hardy, with berries as early, abundant, large and handsome, as the best black ones. The well-known Law-
ton is, when ripened, unsurpassed and very gen- erally known as the most Lala sans market berry. One of the great grandparents of Iceberg was Lawton. The first generation of seedlings, when crossed with Crystal white, was all black; second, also, though varying much in other re- spects; but the third produced this wonderful plant bearing the snowiest white berries ever seen. Very little attention was paid to the long rows of crossbred deseendants, until one day this berry was discovered among its black relatives, the canes bending in various directions with their load-of delicious snewy berries, which are not only white, but so transparent that the seeds, which are unusually small, may be seen in the berries when ripe. Ciusters-are larger than those ‘ of Lawton berries, as near ascan bejudged. They ’ were at least as large, earlier, sweeter and more tender. 15c¢ each, 6 for 75c, 12 for $1.40, delivered, 100 for $6.60 not délivered.
Will buy one of each of these new 4. plants, or 3: sets for $1.25, alt delivered to-'you. The aene sets may goto one or more addresses CENTS a-full set to each.
AGENTS WANTED to sell these fruits. Our wholesale prices-are as quoted by 100.
There are no better Seeds and plants than the O..K. (all right) brand and noothers are so cheap. » a eee
. ; a ein CURRANTS. (Orders for Currants must reach us by Aprili6.)
Price, delivered to purchaser of each variety, 12c each; 3 for 30c, 6 for 50c. By express, not prepaid, 606 per doz.,
Fay’s ProlificThe leading markét variety. Extra large steiis and berries; uniform in size, easlly picked; exceedingly prods tive. No variety ever made as quick a jump into popular fayur, the demand most seasons being in excess of the suppl Black Champion~Very productive, large bunch aud berry: =<, excellent quality; strong grower. The leading, well-tested black
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Gherry—Bervies sometimes more than half an inch in diame:
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WAS every collection. North Star—The strongest grower among the red varieties; should be given plenty of room and ground kept well enriched; bunches average 4 inches in length and are freely produced. Combines extra hardi- ness, vigorous growth, extra qn and great productiveness.
Victoria—Large, bright red; bunches extremely long; berries medium size, of excellent quality. Good, erect grower; very productive. Ripens late, making it one of the most valuable sorts.
White Grape—Very large; yellowish white; sweet or very mild acid; excellent quality and valuable for the table. Productive.
(Orders for Grapes should be received by April 1.) Any of the following varieties, delivered: Each 12c, 3 for 35c, 6 for'’70c. By express, not prepaid, 90c per dozen, &5.00 per 100. The following varieties are the very best. You could not make a better selec- tion if you had a large catalogue before you:
BLACK VARIETIES,
Concord—The old, well known and deservedly popular variety. Succeeds wherever
grapes can be grown.
\% MWoore’s H} Early— Bunch and berry large. Vine very hardy and produc- k tive. Ripens ear- | ly. Like the Con-%@ Sys cord, succeeds in NY nearly all sections. Worden—An s exceptionally fine Yj, variety of the Concord type, but earlier bunch § and berry larger, of bet- as ter quality. In our \\y Opinion the best of all r black grapes.
RED VARIETIES.
s Agawam — (Rogers’ No. 15.) Berries very large, skin thick, sweet, sprightly; ripens early. Vine very vigorous.
Lindley—( Rogers’ No. 9.) Fruit medium * to large, tender and sweet; ripens early.
Brighton—Berries above medium to large, of excellent flavor and quality. Bunch large and well formed. One of the earliest to ripen.
WHITE VARIETIES.
Niagara—This variety has come to occupy about the same position among the white varieties as the Concord among the black; a léading market sort; bunch and berries large; greenish white, when fully ripe pale yellow; of good quality.
Moore’s Digamond—Berries above medium size; of excel-
- lent quality; has few seeds. Vine is similar to Concord‘in growth and foliage.. Hardy and productive; ripens before Moore’s Early. An excellent variety for home use.or market.
Pocklington—Also a genuine favorite. Bunch and berries large, juicy, tender and sweet; when ripe light
_ golden yellow. Vines very hardy and Vigorous, free from mildew; productive.
NEW RATHBUN BLACKBERRY.
The Rathbun has already established a high reputation in the lacality where it originated, and has only to become gener- ally known'to supersede other varieties: Itis decidedly superior in.size,; hardiness and quality. A quart box of Snyder and
a quart box ef. Rathbun were each counted, and while it took 164 berries to fill the former, 45 berries of the Rathbun com- pletely filled the‘quart.. The Rathbun underwent a température of 20 degrees below zéro,and produced a very good crop, whilé similarly situated:plants of Erie and Minnewaski were badly frezen and nnable toproduce any fruit. The berries have very small seeds and no hard core; in. fact, no core is perceivéd in eating them—ailis sweet, luscious and of 4 high flavor.
_ The-plant is a strong, erect:grower, makés,plenty of fruiting woed,and although g true blackberry in all other respeets, it
. propagates very freely from the tips of the’shoots like'a-dewberry or’black raspberty. We.oanuot too strongly recommend : a Die: 75; 190 f6F 64.50, bY ex.s notdel'd. F
_ this valuable new variety. Each 15¢,6 for. 756; 12 for $1.30;del.vered. D ; | _ Why pay some tree or plant agent several times our pricé for Ourrants, Grapes, etc.? It is economy to séad your érders to us, . 69) ‘
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The Largest Black Raspberry Known. The Berry for Profit.
Afiothe? year’s trial permits the introducer to say that ‘‘ iota single instance has come to our knowledge where |
the Cumberland has failed to give the most thorough satisfaction.’? We offer it with the belief that it is the most profitable variety for market yet known. It well deserves the name of “ Busitess Black Cap.” It is perfectly hardy, having undergone a tempefature of 20 degrees below zero, unprotected, without injury, in weather which badly crippled other varieties. For productiveness nothing exceedsit; few, if any, equal it. During the dry and unfavorable season just past if produced 6,000 quarts per acre. The Ohio, tinder same con- ditions, yielded but a little more than one-third that amount. In sizeit is simply enormous; in quality unsur- passed. Ripening after the Palmer and Tyler, and preceding the Gregg, it may be termed a mid season var- iety. -It isa vigorous grower, throwing up stocky canes well adapted to support its loads of fruit. A dealer in Harrisburg, Pa., writes that he handled some of its fruit and easily sold it for 10 cents a quart, when fruit of other varieties were selling at 5 to 7 cents. Each 10c, 6 for 50c, 12 for 90c, delivered. Dozen 70c, 100 $4.25, not delivered.
Sto GOOSEBERRIES.
Orders should be received before April 15th.
Downing. An old well-known variety. Fruit large and handsome, pale green of fine |
quality. A strong, vigorous grower, seldom affected by mildew. One of the best both for market and home use. 15c¢ each, 6 for 50c, os eee
12 for 75c delivered. —60c per dozen, $3.50 per 100 by express, not delivered.
Houghton. Fruit small to medium, pale red, of fine flavor. Plants of slender, spread- ing growth and enormously productive. 15c each, 6 for 50c, 12 for 75e delivered. bade a8 dozen, $3,50 per 100, not deliv- ered.’
Smith’s Improved. Fruit large, pale greenish yellow. Unsurpassed in quality both for table use and cooking. Bush of moderate growth and. exceedingly - produc- tive. 15e each, 6 for 50c,12 for 75ce de- livered. 60c per dozen, $3.50 per 100, not delivered. :
Columbus. Fruit of the largest size; oval, handsome greenish yellow; finest quality. Plant a strong, robust grower, so far free from mildew; foliage large and glossy. One of the best for general cultivation. _20c¢ each, 6 for 60c, 12 for $1.00 delivered. $1.50 per dozen, not delivered.
Industry. A new variety of foreign origin, which has created a sensation everywhere; productive of exceedingly large fruit of dark red color and delicious quality. Highly re- commended, both in this country and Eu- Downing. rope. We have fruited the Industry for years. It is certainly one of the largest Gooseberries on the market, and one of the best. 20c each, 6 for 60c, 12 for $1.00 delivered. 1.50 per dozen, not delivered.
Red Jackets. An American seedling of large size; smooth, prolific and hardy, of best quality. Has been weil tested over a wide extent of territory by the side of all the leading varieties, and so far the freest from mil- dew, both in leaf and fruit, of them all. A wonderful cropper, with bright, clean, healthy foliage. 20c each, delivered. $1.50 per dozen, not delivered.
CcosT AND RESULTS.
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SEEDS at your Postoffice, the cost | grow and produce the choicest crops. In the sec- |
will be less than if you buy seeds at your grocery. | ond place they may not grow, and will produce unsatisfactory crops.
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N conversation with farmers, we come across a few who say they do not take a farm paper and appear to be proud of it. This is the class of farmers who suew very little, but think they know itall. Then therevis a larger class who say, ‘‘I now take more papers than Iread.’? The chances are seme of the papers they take are not worth reading, as we cannot imagine any farmer who is not anxious to read all the good advice on farming thats current. The iact is, there
: UMN) bag are very few good farm tee majority are trashy ;
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ra at - them all down on general principles. Yet there is one — paper that isa gem amongst many rough stones, It is UP-TO-DATE FARMING AND GARDENING.
Its aim is to stimulate thought among farmers and lead to higher ideals, You better send fora sample copy »
if unacquainted withit. Seespecialoffer to new subscribers; last page catalogue. Includeit in your order. ©
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the most reliable and give the greatest results?
As an observing man passes through a farming community, those farmers can be pointed out who are enterprising, wide-awake and progressive. The surroundings are a fair index of the farmer. The experimenting farmer is the most prosperous of all. He recognizes that varie- ties of grain are running out (dying) and that new ones must take their place. He procures seed of all the promising kinds, tests them and selects the best to grow. Thus he always has the best, and all farmers who understand their business know that there is a great difference between the best and the poorest varieties of farm crops. .
We can help the farmers along the road to prosperity if they procure their farm seeds ofus. They will LIFT THE MORTGAGE AND SWELL THE BANK ACCOUNT.
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Indianapolis is situated in the center of the richest and most extensive agricultural region on the face of the globe and besides it has shipping facilities unsurpassed by any other city in the country Wecan save you time and money if you give us your order for farm seed 2222 82%
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“Su perior Prod uctions. American ar a
Superior Productions are brought about by Superior Seed, Superior Fertilization and Superior Cultivation, but chief and most important of these is Superior Seed.
‘‘Good Seeds Bring a Glad Harvest” is a statement we used in the first advertising we did when
embarking in the seed business twenty-two years ago. Later we adopted the trade mark “QO, K, -
Seeds,”’ and have always striven to sell good seeds, the foundation for good crops.
We h | d © NGreat Specialty o—- FARM SEEDS,
Including Grass and Clover Seed, Seed Corn, Seed Oats, Seed Potatoes, ete. These are
the Money Crops on nearly all farms, and are liable to degenerate very rapidly without proper care or judicious and frequent change of seeds. The d:.terence between the poor or ordinary va- rieties of corn, oats and potatoes, as grown on the majority of farms, and the best varieties that could be grown with no extra expense, is really surprising. We will again quote from that great paper, the Rural New Yorker, as follows:
“Side by side in experimental plots we have raised as many as 75 different kinds of wheat. The best yield was at the rate of 37 bushels to the acre—the lowest 25. Side by side we have raised 100 different varieties of potatoes. The highest yield in our rich garden soil has been at the rate of 1,200 bushels to the acre, the towest about 350. In field culture, in poor soil, well fertilized with potato fertilizers, we have raised from. one variety 150 bushels to the acre, from another 300 to the acre. Now WHAT corn on your soil, good farmer, will give Gow the maximum yield? WHAT wheat? WHAT potato? WHat KIND of oats? Isn’t it worth your while to find out, or don’t you believe in such differences ?
_ The above remarks should start you to thinking, and if you will invest a few dollars each year in New Farm Seeds, you will come out a great winner in the long run.
* Please send to me the January and February numbers of current volume of UP-TO-DATE, which have mysteriously disappeared from our files. The department is carefully preserving this publica-
tion and indexing many of the articles.”’—J. A. CLARK, Librarian, Washington, D.C. See 3d cover page. (71)
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Our Cleaning Department is on the fifth floor of our building, and is equipped with the most per-_ We can clean 4,000 bushels of Wheat, Oats and other coarse seed, or 1,000
We Quy, clean and sell large quantities of Grass and Clover Seed. If you buy, you can not do better, quality and price considered, than to send us your order. If you have a crop to sell, send us samples and get our prices.
FACTS.
The most successful farmers are those who possess large meadows of a high quality of grasses. Oftentimes the low price of grain fails to net satisfactory returns. Stock-growing is far more profitable, and by the opening up of extensive foreign markets is not likely soon to be overdone. Hence, seed more ground to meadows. Raise more stock.
The Attention
Of careful farmers is direeted to our Grass and Clover Seed, which has been carefully selected and cleaned with the best machinery in exist- ence. In buying our Grass and Clover Seed, you don’t pay for something you don’t want— in fact, are much better off without.
Weed Seeds
Cost money when you buy them in your grass and clover seed, but the greatest cost is what they discount the value of your hay crop and in getting rid of them. when once introduced on your farm. Each year our farms are getting more foul with weeds, and the seeds we sow are mainly instrumental in introducing the pests. It isa fact admitted by all that weeds propa- gate more rapidly than do the cultivated crops, hence great care should be exercised that no foul seeds are sown. To make seed clean occa- sions some waste. The cost, however, is slight as compared with the results you obtain. To illustrate: In seeds commonly sold, you pay
for the weed seed at the same rate as the pure seed. The resulting crop is discounted on ac- count of the presence of weeds, while to get rid of the pests on your farm will require much labor and expenditure of money. The best seeds produce the best crops, for which the highest mar- ket priceis realized. Weeds reduce the value of hay, besides exhausting your land.
All prices of Grass and Clover Seed are subject to changes of the market. The prices quoted herewith are fuling on day of closing this Catalogue. We issue new price lists frequently, and advise pros- pective customers to send for them when they are ready to buy.
CLOVER SEED.
Bags, extra for each 214 bushels or less, 15c each.
1 to 4 pounds are prepaid by mail. Larger quantities by freight or express. Half bushel at bushel rates.
COM AION OR MEDIUM RED CLOVER —This is the variety in general cultivation, and is so well known that description is not necessary. By mail, pkt. 10c, a 30c, 4 lbs. $1.10. By freight or express, bu.
6.00.
MAMMOTH CLOVER (Sapling or English)—Like common or medium clover, but of larger growth. “ions fant grown. Of great value to sow on exhausted land. For hay, werecommend sowing a mixture of this and common clover. Much used for green manuring. By mail, pkt. 10c, Ib. 30c, 4 lbs. $1.10. By freight or express, bu. $6.25. =
ALSIKE. (Trifolium hybridum)—This clover is de servedly in repute as one of the best perennial clovers, and is well adapted to this country. From the results of experiments, it is found to thrive on soils which are termed by farmers ‘“‘ clover sick.’’ For this quality es- pecially it has proved a valuable acquisition and is now generally approved of in all mixtures of grasses and clovers. Should be more generally grown. Sow in sprin same ascommoneloyer. It willstand for years.. See weighs 60 lbs. per bushel and is very small. On this ac- count a bushel will sow from 12 to 15 acres, making it one of the cheapest varieties to seed with. By mail, pkt. 10c, Ib. 35c, 4 lbs. $1.25. By freight or ex- press, bu. $7.50.
LUCERNE OR ALFALFA CLOVER—See the next page. Vs
SCARLET CLOVER. (Trifolium Incarnatum)—An annual and should be sown in July, August or Septem- ber for best results. In sections where it succeeds*it makes abundant pasture in the fall, winter and spring. It can be cut for hay in this latitude about May Ist, or will mature seed May 15th. It is the most rapid grower of all the varieties of clover and unequalled as a soil-en- richer. If sown in the spring it will afford good pas- ture, but will not produce seed. It is most successful in States bordering on the Atlantic Ocean. By mail, pkt. 10c, lb. 30c, 4 Ibs. $1.10. By freight or ex-
ress, per bu. $4.50. Weight, 60 lbs. per bu. Sow 10 Tos. per acre.
WHITE DUTCH CLOVER—The best to sow with lawn grass and valuable in permanent pastures; very permanent. Pkt. 10c, Ib. 40c, 4 Ibs, $1.25, not pre- paid: small lots, 20c per Ib, 5 lbs. 90c, 10 Ibs, %1.50: bu. 60 Ibs. $9.00.
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attributable to lack of understanding how to sow and treat it, It is adapted to nearly all parts of our country, but not to allsoil, The main secret is to avoid heavy, compact, clayey soils. ; The most valuable forage and fertilizing plant. It requires a deep, mellow soil. It thrives best on a sandy loam, the ticher the bétter. In the dryest and most sultry weather, when every blade of grass withers, Alfalfa is as fresh and green as in the spring, as its roots go down from ten to twenty feet to find moisture. Although a prodigious yielder, it improves the ground by the decay ofits long roots and converts itinto rich ground, full of vegetable matter. The seed may be sown early in the , Spring, as soon as the frost is out of the ground, in order to ,.-. catch the spring rains, as if needs moisture to germinate. AF The ground should be prepared as carefully as for a grain >» WZ Up crop. Tosow like common clover is only to invite failure. >< xeke In localities where irrigation.is used it can be sown success-) Dp, fully at any time during the summer months. Most of our p B successful Alfalfa growers prefer sowing the seed broadcast, Z IN others are more in favor of drilling itin. If the latter’plan is 2 pursued, we advise drilling the seed both length and cross Ways, say half quantity each way, in order to secure a more even stand. There is much discussion as to whether. the seed should be sown by itself or with other grains, both methods be- ing strongly advocated. Owing to the fact that Alfalfa needs light and sun, the majority of growers suggest sowing the seed by itself, provided it can be put in the ground early in the season, but when the sowing is delayed, we advise to sow oats or barley with it to afford some protection to the young plants against the scorching rays of the sun in midsummer. Another circumstance has to-be taken into consideration: Ifthe ground proves to be very weedy, sow in connection with a crop of barley or oats; they can be raised as well as a crop of weeds. It is difficult to establish the first year, but will, when once started, produce a profitable crop; three and even four crops are cut yearly, aggregating five to seven tons to the acre. Never sow less than twenty-five pounds of good, clean seed to the acre, for thin sowing produces thick and coarse stalks, not relished by stock. ‘ How long it will live is a question not settled yet. The reports speak of Alfalfa fields in Chili that are several hundred years old, and Si still bea1ing good crops. The proper time to cut itis when the plant is infull bloom. The seeds ripen to perfection and are a source of consider-
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A Field of Alfalfa 7) } P -To- i i ill Is Worth 3 Fields = {| That Peerless Paper, [220 23'¢ Farming and Gardening, will . of A Oth C . } other forage and fertilizing crops this year.. Every farmer should subscribe for it, as the ay er rop, - fe valuable information they will get from its monthly visits about various crops, will be
much greater than we can give in this catalogue. (See 3d page of cover of this catalogue,
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Bags, extra for each 216 bu. or less, J5¢ each, 1 to 4pounds are prepaid by mail. Larger quantities by freight or express. Prices subject to change.
Timothy (Phleum Pratense)—This is decidedly the best grass for hay, making a large return of strong, rich hay. Though somewhat coarse and hard, especially if allowed to ripen its seed, yet if cut in the blossom, or directly after, is greatly relished by all kinds of stock, and especially so by horses, while it possesses a large percentage of nutritive matter in comparison with other agricultural grasses. It grows very rapidly and yields very large crops gn favorable soils. 45 Ibs. to bushel. Sow 6 to8 quarts, spring or fall, to acre. By mail, pkt. 10c, ib. 30c, 4lbs. 75c. By freight or express, bu. $3.25. a
Kentucky Blue Grass (Poa Pratensis)—This is known in some sections as ‘‘ June Grass.’’ It is the best pasture for our climate and soil, succeeding finely on hill lands and producing the most nourishing food for cattle; retains its qualities to a late period in win- ter and further south affording abundant food through- outthe winter. Sow early in thespring or fall,1to2bus. peracre. Weight14lbs. per bu. We offer the pure un- mixed Kentucky Blue Grass seed.. We venture tosay that half the Blue Grass sold is mixed with the cheaper Canadian blue grass, which grows-a stiff, harsh, wiry stalk, not nearly sO valuable. Fancy cleaned, pkt. 10c, lb. 30e, 4 Ibs. $1.00, bu. $1.25. Extra cleaned, 60c per bu. Kentucky Blue Grass
seed is packed 8 bus. in a bale. If ordered in such bales deduct 15 cents per bu. and we will make no charge for bags.
Orchard Grass (Dactylis Glomerata)—This is one of the most valuable and widely known of all pasture grasses, coming earlier in the spring and remaining later in the autumn than any other. It grows about 2% feet high, producing an immense quantity of leaves and foliage, Blooms with red clover, and making with it an admirable hay. It is well adapted for sowing under trees in orchards, and very valuable either for grazing or for hay. 14 lbs. per bushel. Sow 1% to 2 bus. to acre, either fall or spring. By mail, pkt. 10c, Ib. 30c, 4 Ibs. $1.00. Choice seed, bu. $1.50.
Red Top (Agrostis Vulgaris)—A valuable grass for moist soils and low lands. It is a good, permanent grass, standing our climate as well as any other, and consequently well suited to our pastures, in which it should be fed close, for if allowed to grow up to seed the eattle refuse it. On moist, rich soil it will grow 2 feet, and on sees gravelly soil, about half that height. 141lbs. to bushel. Sow 2 bus. to acre, fall orspring. By mail, pkt. 10c, Ib. 30c, 4 Ibs. $1.00. bu. $1.50.
Fancy seed,
MILLET.
German or Golden. The attue large-headed variety. | * The best variety and largely
grown wherever its value is known. It helps out wonder- _ fully when a short crop of hay is threatened, and produces two to three times as much per acre as timothy or clover. Three to five feet high. Sow broadcast, 1 bushel to the acre for hay; 14 bushel if for seed, from May ist to August ist. Ground must be rich and well drained. 501bs. perbu. Pkt, 5c, Ib. 25c, 4 Ibs. 75e. By
$1.00.
Common Millet — Smaller growth than German. Makes fine hay. Will succeed on poorer ground than the Ger- man. Price, 10c bu. less than German.
E Hungarian Millet—Early; Y height two to three feet; abun- w,, Aant foliageand slender head; wy withstands drought; yields w, well. Price, same as German Millet.
4 Quick Growing Lawn
Grass — Fine lawns, grass patches and grass borders add to the beauty of a place almost as much as flowers. In fact, a certain amount of good grass is essential to the proper display of flower beds and borders. The next important thing to good grass sward is to get it quick. We have prepared a grass mixture which will givea good sward the first year. It is the finest and quickest crowing lawn grass ever sent out, and will give the greatest satisfaction. Sown early in the fall or spring. Lb. 30c¢, peck, $1.30, postpaid. By express, peck 75c, bu. $2.50.
Rye (For Pasture)—It grows very quickly, and is of great value to help out when the regular pastures are short. May be sown any month in the year. Bu. $1.00, 214 Bu. or more 85c.
Barley--Like rye above, it can be made of great value as a pasture grass; also makes good hay if cut green. For pasture, may be sown any month up to and including August. See page 81 for prices, etc.
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This variety of Buckwheat isa great improvement over the old kind in the following respects: ist. The new Japanese grows with astonishing vigor, and begins to mature its grains in about fifty days, its extreme earliness insuring safety from frosts, where the other kinds often get caught. 2d. A most valuable quality is its ability to withstand windstorms and not ledge. 3d. It holds its grain in harvesting. It has been known to stand uncut a month after its proper time for siponing, and without apparent loss from ledging or of grain separating. 4th. In yield it excels. We have reports of one peck yielding 36 bu.; another
ck 40 bu.; another 52 bu. Its flouris the whitestand
est of all Buckwheat. 5th. It will do well on
soil too rich or too poor to support the old varieties. 6th. It will withstand sun blight almost per- fectly. Fields of the old buckwheat averaged less than four bushels per acre, while the sun_ had _no effeet on the Japanese. For this reason valuable in the South. Very valuable for bee pasture,
PRICES—Pkt. 10c, 1 Ib. 25c, 4 Ibs. 75c, by mail postpaid. 44 bu. 35e, per bu. $1.25.
SILVER HULL.
Earlier than the common buckwheat, thinner husks and more prolific. Remaining in bloom a long time, it is valuable for bee-keepers. Per Ib. 25c, 4 lbs. 75c, peck 35c, bu, $1.25. 2
“I am more than pleased with UP-TO-DATE FARMING AND GARDENING. I would not be with-
out it.”—C, J. MARTIN, Mead, Ind. Ter.
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BROOM CORN.
For several years this has been a very profitable crop, worth $80 to $160a ton. An acre gives about 500 weight of broom and nearly 40 bushels of seed, worth nearly as much as oats for feed. 1t requires similar soil and culture to corn, but should be planted later, and it pays best to have the ground in prime condition. It is usually planted in drills 344 feet apart, leaving the plants 6 inches apart. IMPROVED OR TENNESSEE EVERGREEN—This Improved Evergreen Broom Corn grows about 8 to 10 feet high, stands up well . and is entirely free from crooked brush. The fiber is long an fine. Its greater value to growers is in the fact that it will not get red in ’% the field before it is cut, but is strictly a green variety of brush, com- ¥? manding highest price. Pkt. 5e, lb. 25c, by mail. Peck 50c, bu. $1.50. EXTRA EARLY JAPANESE—This is the earliest broom corn in existence; matures in about 75 days when planted late. Have seen some that was planted July 17th and ready to cut October Ist. @an be planted after wheat with good success, so making two crops on the same ground. It is just the kind for an early market. It has vithstood dry weather better than any other variety. Brush is fine and long. Pkt. 10c, Ib. 30c, by mail. Peek 75c, bu. $2.25. = CALIFORNIA GOLDEN—An excellent standard variety, \ grows a very fine brush of good length, and is. free from the > large center stem. Bleaches very evenly, even in the sun. Pkt. N5c, lb. 25c, by mail. 14 bu. 50c, bu. $1.50. , J} GENUINE DWARF-—Grows from 3 to 4 feet high, with y straight, smooth brush. Principally used for making whisks and \ SA ; brushes. Pkt. 10c, lb. 30c, by mail. 14 bu. 50c, bu. $1.50.
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EARLY AMBER — Most valuable variety for general cultivation, ripening as far north as Minnesota. Yields heavy crops of seed and fodder, which are excellent for feeding poultry, swine or cattle. Pkt. 10c, lb. 25c, 4 lbs. 65c, by mail. By freight or express, peck 40c, bu. $1.25. Bags free.
EARLY ORANGE— A later variety, suitable for the South or lower Middle and Western States. Requires a longer season to ripen; much larger and ranker in growth. Price the same as the Early Amber.
KAFFIR CORN.
These are non-saccharine Sorghums. They bear dry weather remark- ably well. When regular corn will entirely fail they will wait for rain without injury. They make a yield of 30 to 50 bushels of seed, which is good for stock when ground and very fine for popliry. For fodder they make an enormous yield and are not as difficult to handle as corn fodder. To thresh, run the entire stalk through a threshing machine with one concave. The grain will come out clean and the fodder shredded. Zs WHITE —It grows from 4 to 5 feet high, making a straight, upright growth. It hasastalky stem, with wide leaves. The stalks keep green and are brittle and juicy, not hardening like other varieties of sor- ghum, making excellent fodder, either green or dried, which is highly relished by cattle, horsesand mules. Theseed headsform at the top of each stalk and as soon as these show the grain well, the joints next = \ below the top send up shoots which yield the second seed heads. For 2 NZ QAK the grain, sow in rows 3 feet apart, 3 to 5 pounds of seed to the acre. WZ For fodder, sow one-half to one bushel either broadcast or in drills. "Vg | Se RED—This grows tailer than the white; the stalks are slenderer, but p =p; SU 2 more juicy and very leafy. The heads. are long, slender and compact Kaffir Corn. and grow erect. They measure from one to two feet. The seed is red, smaller than that of the white and rather hard and brittle. It does well on oor land and yields well. It ripens a litte earlier than the white variety. tis highly reeommended by the Kansas Agricultural College at Manhattan. Price of each, pkt. 10c, 1b. 30c¢, postpaid. 14 bu. 40c, bu. $1.25.
PEDIGREE TOBACCO SEED.
Improved by continuous selection and grown on the crown shoots only.
PRICE OF ANY VARIETY—PKt, 5c, oz. 20c, 14 1b. 60c, lb. $2.00.
YELLOW PRYOR —Preferred by many for bright, and succeeds where other yellow sorts fail. Makes a fine wrapper, filler, or smoker.
SWEET ORONOCO— Used for first-class plug fillers and makes, when sun cured, the best natural chewing leaf.
HAVANNA—Grown from imported seed. Better than direct imported seed for American planters. Unsurpassed for cigars.
CONNECTICUT SEED LEAF—The largest, finest and best of this indis- pensable kind. Suitable for cigar fillers, , : te PRYOR—The genuine James River favorite. Large, long and broad
eafed. SUMATRA—The cream of cigar wrappers. WHITE BURLEY—tThe standard Kentucky variety and the best filler to- . bacco known. Particularly adapted to limestone regions. ne iad CONQUEROR—One of the best grown for wrappers and cyt t "TS z ; : < < q ;
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" SPANISH PEANUTS.
Anearly variety, growing perfectly erect;.can be culti- vated with the plow exclusively. The pea is small, but remarkably solid, no blanks, and the yield per acre very large. Because of their early habit and easy cultivation, the most profitable variety to grow for fattening hogs. The foliage growing erect, is easily harvested and makes a very rich hay. Plant any time from April to July 10. They sueceed well after oats. Plant in rows two feet apart and seed eight inches in the drill. Price, large pkt. 10c, ib. 30c, 4 Ibs. 75c, by mail, postpaid. By freight or express, }4 bu, 75c, 4 bu. $1.25, bu. $2.00.
SUNFLOWER.
MAMMOTH RUSSIAN.
It is grown for its seeds, which are valuable food for stock, particularly poultry; also for par- rots. It is considered the best _egg-pro- >» ducing food known, Poultry eat it greed- ily, fatten on it, =%¢@ y obtain a _ bright, 2a ~kustrous plumage,3
and strong, healthy ~ condition, that fully illustrates the won- derful benefits from its use. It can be raised as cheaply as corn,havingyielded at the rate of 120 bushels per acre. Single heads measure 12 to 22 inches» across and contain an immense quantity of seed. It can be sown at any time up to the middle of July. Pkt. 5c, 14 lb. 10c, Ib. 30c, 4 Ths. 75c. By freight or express, 5 Ibs. 40c, 10 lbs. 75c. -
“YELLOW MILLO MAIZE.
A tall plant, growing 9 to 12 feet, stooling from the ground. It sends out shoots also from thejoints. It has all the vigor and vitality of other sorghums. It is non-saccharine; useful for the large amount of forage, green feed or cured fodder that it furnishes, and for its grain.
Ve aivids Earlier than the White Branching variety. Sow10l]bs. peracre. By mail, as ee pkt. 5c, lb. 30c, 4 ibs, 75c. By freight or express, 5c per Ib.
TEOSINTE.
Recommended as the most prolific forage plant yet introduced. The stalk, containing much saccharine matter, is very nutritious. It can be cut several times during the season, yielding enormously. One seed will some- times produee 20 to 60 stalks or shoots, and the warmer the climate the bet- ter the yield. Should not be planted until soil is perfectly warm in the spring. Requires about four pounds of seed peracre. Plant in drills three
= feet apart and two or three seeds every twelve inches in drill. Will only SSS = produce seed in southern latitude. A single plant Pkt. 10c, oz. 20c, 44 Ib. 50c, Ib. $1.50. Yellow Millo of Teosinte. Maize.
A Plain Talk to the People.
For years we have been selling our good O. K. SEEDS direct to the planter and number our cus- | tomers by many thousands, representing probably every county in the country. Our ambition isto have our O. K. SEEDS planted on every farm and in every garden in the country. We hope to ac- complish this because :
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Our idea finds favor with the consumer, who is thankful for relief from the layer after layer of greedy profits with which his seeds have been weighted down heretofore.
Why should not the producer and the consumer come close together? What good reason has any | careful farmer or gardener to buy seeds at his home store? It is all right to buy sugar, tea, nails, ete., there, but all wrong to expect living, vital seeds that will produce the crops you desire. Your post- office is no doubt as convenient as your grocery. A visit to it will bring you the best seeds under the
sun at MUCH LESS THAN YOU CAN GET DOUBTFUL SEED at the grocery,
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- Department of Agriculture:
“Annual, stem stout, erect, branching but little; two
to four feet; leaflets, 3; flowers in auxiliary clusters, _pods short, two to four seeded; whole plant rough- hairy. One of the staple crops of Japan, which at- \ tracted little attention in this country until about ten ears ago, butis now becoming quite common. Thecrop
A eultivated like corn, the seed being planted in drills at the rate of half a bushel per acre. The stems alone
» are too coarse to make good hay, but are covered with 'such a dense growth of leaves and are so prolific in ' fruit that the hay is prized ent especially for milech . eows and for fattening animal§. The yield of green | forage is very heavy when grown on good soil, and the | yield of beans is from 20 to 30 bushels: per acre. Those ’ who have had the most experience with this crop find » that the best way to handle it is to cut off or pull the il nts when the first pods begin to open, and thresh as (i mas dry enough. In this way the coarse stalks are so broken in pieces and mixed with the leaves and im- mature fruit that nearly all will be eaten. It is doubt- less the best of the legumes for the silo, as it can be
more easily handled for the cutter than can plants |-
like elover or cowpeas.
“The Soy bean is an annual, belongs to the legu- Mminous family, and is grown for the same purposes as cowpeas and clover. Asa soil renovator, as a hay and asensilage, it is nearly the equal in every respect of red clover.”’
We have the following from the Indiana Agricul- tural Experiment Station:
“A comparatively new and promising leguminous
crop for Indiana farmers isthe Soy Bean, This plant
_ has been successfully grown in different parts of the
te and at several points farther north in the United
States. It thrives in good corn soil, and will grow wherever corn can be successfully produced.
“Being a quick-maturing annual, it will prove
' €Specially helpful to those who can not grow clover.
A crop of Soy Beans can be produced between spring
d autumn frosts anywhere in the State. The Soy
In may be grown for pasture, green forage (soiling),
for hay or silage, or for seed. It will yield 9 to 12 tons
ishels of seed, according to variety, condition of
Soil, etc. __ “Soy Beans grow well, and mature well on Indiana Experiment Station farm. Others in the State have grown them successfully. Farmers who do not suc- Ceed with clover, will do well to try Soy Beans or cow- peas. The latter will be a good soil renovating crop and the former may prove equally as advantageous as aleguminous grain and forage crop in a rotation com- ‘posed chiefly of cereals.”’
_A crop of Soja Beans grown on Jand that will make 40 bushels of corn per acre will, if plowed under, put
16 worth of fertilizing matter per acre into the soil.
_Land that will make 134 tons of timothy or clover, will make three tons of Soja Bean hay, worth more per ton than timothy.
James Belwood, of Virginia, writes: “TI have threshed over 100 bushels of Soja Beans grown on one acre of rich river bottom land.”
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CULTURE. The soil may be prepared as for corn. If impover- ished by previous cropping, the soil should be well supplied with lime, potash and phosphoric acid. Nitrogenous manures have also proven beneficial. ai a
The seed may be sown broadcast with the wheat drill, in rows 16 to 24 inches apart, or with the corn drill to be cultivated as corn.
Soy Beans may follow a crop of rye or barley or be sown in the standing corn at the time of the last cultivation, if weather is seasonable. If sown in corn put in two rows of Soy Beans between each two rows of corn. Sow about two pecks to the acre in rows, like corn, and cultivate, if seed is desired. For pasture, soil- ing or hay, sow four or five pecks to the acre.
Price, Pkt. 10c, lb. 30c,4 Ibs.75c, By freight or express, 4 bu. 50c, per bu, $1.50,
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Roots Penetrate Deep in the Soil. Grow on Poor Soil and Rapidly Enrich It. Positively the More of these Peas You Grow the Richer Your Ground Becomes, even when you Remove the Crops.
COW PEAS arenotanew crop. They have been grown in the Southern states of our country for many years; but even there their worth was not generally recognized until very recently, and now they are almost universally | grown, and the most remarkable benefits have resulted in improvementsof soil and increased capacity of farms |
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“grown, the use of commercial fertilizers almost ceases. Dhis is of the most vital importance to tens of thous- ds of farmers who now find the fertilizer bill a bur- ensome one, All the varieties of Cow Peas are, like clover, air plants, but they differ from clover in having
uch larger leaf development, and extract much more ilizing elements from the air, while the roots ex- fend deeper into the soil and bring up the potash, which, combined with nitrogen, makes nearly the com- plete fertilizer.
_ For fertilizer they may be sown at any time, after the frost is past, till July first, and turn the entire crop under when in bloom or any time after. Of course Deneditsas a fertilizer result in every way the crop is used. _ FOR HAY—Sow early in Spring on ground as pre- pared for oats or corn, 1 to 1% bushels per acré broad- east and harrow in, or drill with grain drill. Cut when Peas are forming and cure as clover. If the ground is not wanted for a different crop don’t disturb it. Then ‘the roots will throw up another crop, which may be pas- ‘tured or turned under in the Fall for fertilizer. Follow -with wheat and notice the grand results. The yield of hay is 2 to 5 tons per acre, and the ground is benefited. _ Cow Peas and Millet may be mixed. Sow one-half ‘bushel of Peas broadcast, then follow with 44 bushel of Millet peracre. They will grow together. Cut for hay “when the Millet seed is in the dough. Cure thor- ‘oughly as other hay. / Cow Peas and Sorgum—Treat same as above, ex- fe nt a six quarts of Sorgum (Cane seed) instead of et.
__ Cow Peas and Kafiir Corn—Sow one bushel of Cow Peas and follow with 14 bushel of Kaffir Corn to the acre; follow same instructions as above. One advan- i age of sowing Cow Peas with the other crops is in the fact that they are supported off the ground, makea larger growth and can be harvested better and cleaner.
FOR PASTURE —Sow any time from early Spring |
“until July. Turn stock on after they are well devel-
fered, but preferably after the Peas are nearly Matured, when the stock, particularly hogs, will derive full bene- fit from the crop, and fatten quicker and yield a better quality of pork than if fed on corn.
- COW PEAS AND CORN-—A popular, economical and profitable way to use Cow Peas is to sow them in your corn field. First plant your corn about four feet
Beart, in rows (the plants may stand closer in the row
and have the usual number of plants per acre), when the time comes to lay the corn by, drill the Peas be- tween the rows of corn (Whip-Poor-Will and Black we
ettend)- Drill them in the center of the space, 4% ‘bushel per acre. The Peas will mature early in the
Fall. When nearly matured turn any or all your stock in the field, particularly the hogs; cattle may damage
the corn by breaking itdown. They will not touch the corn until the Peas are consumed, vinesand all. The
‘hogs will come out of the field rolling in fat, and will “not need a bushel of corn. Any corn farmer ean in
this way fatten his hogs andsaveallhis corn. Or double
his neat for fattening hogs se turning off one crop early from the Peas, the second Jot from the corn.
‘Surely this makes one acre equal to two.
(RTILIZER—Where Cow Peas aid generally |
FOR ENSTLAGE—Cow Peas siirpass green corti and other crops used for this purpose, Mixed with Sorgum or Kaffir Corn, to hold them up, I believe they will make the perfect ensilage crop. All the Cow or Stock Peas are good for table use. in
VARIETIES.
Prices are liable to change. We will send latest list on application.
WHIP-POOR-WILL—A favorite early bunch-grow- ing variety, has brown-speckled seed, which are more easily gathered than from the vine-growing sorts. This variety is a prime favorite in the north and west on ac- count of its early maturity and habit of growth. Will mature seed in Indiana and equal latitudes. Price, pkt. 10c, qt. 40c, postpaid. Peck 50c, per bu. $
EARLY BLACK—tThis variety is a fayorite in northern latitudes. It matures ¢arly and is suited for late planting. One of the best for improving land and most valuable as a forage crop, making an @normous yield of rich, nutritious feed. It yields ‘more largely of shelled peas per acre than most others. Price, per pkt. 10c, gt. 40c, postpaid. Peck 50c.
CLAY —A favorite variety in some séctions of the South. Makes agrowth of vine similar to the Black Pea, but is later in maturing. Suitable for hay, pasture and fertilizer in the North, but will not mature seed. eae 10c, qt. 40c, postpaid. Peck 50c, per bu.
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LARGE BLACK-EYE—They make a profitable crop to grow for picking the dry peas for sale in market during the winter, at the same time make an éxcellent soil improver, being similar in growth of vine and action of roots upon the soil to the Black and Wonder- ful. wwe 10c, qt. 40c, postpaid. Peck 50¢, per bu. 75.
WONDERFUL OR UNKNOWN—This makes an enormous and remarkable growth of vines, buf requires the full season to make its crop. In yield and growth of vines, it surpasses any of the varieties of Cow Peas, and it yields very largély of the shelled peas. ‘This variety should be planted early to get full benefit. Will not.mature in the north. Pkt. 10c, qt. 40c, postpaid. Peck 50c, per bu. $1.50.
MIXED—When sown for pasture or fertilizer, We re- commend a mixture of varieties. They are usually cheaper, besides if the season does not suit some Varie- ties, others will do well, thus insuring a good growth. Pkt. 10c, qt. 40c, postpaid. Peck 50c;per bu. $1.40.
CANADA FIELD— Quite distinet from the Cow Peas, yet similar in all valuable properties as fertilizer, food, etc. Valuable for northern latitndes, where full bene- fit can not be obtained from the later-maturihg south- ern sorts. They-can be grown anywhere and succeed on very thin soils, which they quickly improve. Sown with oats. 1 bushel of Peas to 14% bushels of oats per acre, they are unequaled as an early pasture, and hogs may be fattened on them in advance of the maturing corn crop, thus getting the high price for hogs that usually prevails early in the season. Pkt. 10¢, qt. 40c, postpaid. Peck 50c, per bu, $1.25.
‘Farmers who want all information about planting, growing, harvesting, threshing and uses of Cow
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SEED CORNZ@ _====ON THE EAR.
Many of our customers want to ouy their Seed Corn on the ear. Mainly on account of the lack of storage room we have not attempted to handle it this way, in the past, but this year we have put up a supply of our leading varieties in the ear, which we will furnish as long as the supply lasts. Shipments of Ear Seed Corn will be made in barrels, whenever convenient. Our customers are advised that should we not have the variety in eats we will send it shelled unless instructed to the contrary. See following Pages for our fine varieties of Corn for Seed.
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BROME GRASS
THE GREAT DROUGHT RESISTING GRASS.
Invorder to learn the opinion of the Department of Agriculture on this grass after the year’s experience, we wrote them Dec. 2, 1900, and give their reply below:
occasional surface cultivation. In some parts of Cal- ifornia, Washington and Oregon it has been found bet- ter to sow in the fall during the months of October and
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Everi WASHINGTON, ZO gs ie 5, 1900. | cast by hand at the rate of ant 18 to 20 pounds per }*
Mr. J. A. veritt, Seedsman, Indianapolis, £ acre and harrow it in thoroughly with a peg-tooth |= DeEaR SiR—Replying to your card of recent date, I| harrow. q would say that Bromus Inermis grass continues to 5
grow in favor, especially in the northern and north- western States. Weshall continue to recommend this grass in accordance with our expressions in the circu- lar, a copy of which Ienclose. Yours truly, See F. LAWSON-SCRIBNER, Agrostologist.
The following description and instructions are taken from Circular No. 18, issued by the Department of Ag- riculture, Washington, D. C.:
‘Smooth brome has been known in Europe for over one hundred and thirty years. The early agricultural- ists did not consider it of any value, because of its creeping root-stocks, thus resembling the dreaded couch grass. In 1884, however, Stebler and Schroeter demon- strated by experiments conducted for thirty years at Ma- goes, Hungary, that ithad the powerto withstand long periods of drought when all other grasses succumbed,
Its introduction to the United States must have taken place about this time, for we find the seed is offered for distribution in bulletin 22 of the California Experi- ment Station, issued Nov. 5, 1884, and the statement made that ‘our experience indicates that it will do well here either with or without irrigation.’ Since then the experiment stations of Colorado, Minnesota, Manitoba, North Dakoia, South Dakota and the different grass stations of the Agricul- tural Department, Washington, D.
C., have conducted extensive exper- iments, and all speak of it in the highest terms.
Itis a Vigorous, hardy perennial with strong, creeping rootstocks, \\ smooth, upright, leafy stems, one to x four feet high, and loose, open pan- icles, or ‘seed heads,’ four to eight inches long. Inafew years it
VALUE FOR HAY.
The yield of hay from smooth brome grass varies from one to four and a half tons per acre according to climatic conditions, method of seeding and fertility of soil. The quality of the hay is excellent, fully equal- ing that of timothy in palatability and nutritive qual- ities, In order to obtain the best product, the hay should be cut at time of full bloom. One important feature which distinguishes smooth brome grass from other hay grasses is that it does not deteriorate rapidly after flowering period, and EVEN IF CUT WHEN THE SEEDS ARE RIPE THE HAY WILL HAVE LOST BUT LITTLE OF ITS NUTRITIVE QUALITIES, OWING TO THE FACT THAT AF- TER THE SEED-BEARING STEM HAS GROWN EPA LARGE NUMBER OF LEAFY SHOOTS SPRING UP FROM THE BASE.
After furnishing three or four crops of hay the sod
thickens up too much foragood growth ofstems. This thickening occurs sooner if the grass is allowed to ripen seed than it does when it is eut for hay, orif it has been seeded heavily at first.
VALUE FOR PASTURE.
. Smooth brome grass is essentially an EARLY SPRING and LATE FALL pasture grass. After the hay _p has been taken off a heavy growth of after- J math or second growth springs up. It seems : to be especially adapted for permanent pas- tures. After it has produced sey- eral crops of hay it thickens up, . forming a very compact sod aad a , heavy growth of leaves. If one de- sires to use it for pasture at once, it will be better to seed it thickly at the rate of about twenty-five
forms a very tough sod, soon pounds per acre. crowding out other grasses, clo- vers and weeds. Its remark- TO DESTROY.
able drought resisting qualities have proved it to be:the most valuable . grass for dry regions where other ~\ grasses could hardly exist.:-/--.- * As it is thoroughly. permanent and grows with wonderful rapidity, produc- { ing heavy crops and luxuriant pasture,_-. its value to the farmers of dry regions > : cannot be over-estimated:. All kinds of d stock eatit with relish, and.the echem-_! ‘ ical analyses made show that it is rich “%\ in flesh-forming ingredients, MUCH MORE SOTHAN TIMOTHY. It is very hardy and not injured by severe spring and . fall frosts when once established. As it starts to grow very early in the spring, before any of the grasses upon the na- tive prairies show any signs of life, and Temains green and succulent far into November, it will.supply the long-felt want of EARLY spring and LATE fall pastures, _ of xe Mee a i METHOD OF SEEDING. The land should be fall plowed and put in good con- dition by disking and spring-tooth or, peg-tooth har- rowing, as the land may require. The seed may be sown as early as oats is seeded, or it may be sown as late as the first of August or September ifthe land is kept from drying out and from growing weeds, by an
Grass.
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It was found that a cron of hay can be harvested and taken from the land, and if the sod was over immediately afterwards and back- \ set in September, that at the latter date the grass would be all dead. When the grass was allowed to ripen seed, however, rh \ it was found that the new shoots at the
‘sg base had gained such a foothold that | // when the sod was plowed under at this stage it ij | was not killed at the time of back-setting in the fall. (It is reasonable to conclude that plow- 1, %~ ing previous tothe usual hay season and the 7 #— same subsequent treatment would accomplish
wages the same result.—EVERITT.)
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Smooth brome grass will stand extreme ‘changes inthe temperature Without injury. Its ability to produce good pasture during long
periods of drought far exceeds that of any other culti--
vated variety. Out of seven or eight hundred varieties tried at the Kansas Experiment Station this proved to bethe best. From the reports received it is evident that it is very little influenced by the changes of cli- mate. It does well in California, Kansas, Montana, North and South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Wyomi andall other States that enjoy more equitable climates.’
PRICE—We offer tested Seed that will grow under proper conditions. There is much inferior Seed on the market. Pkt. 10c, lb. 35c, 4 lbs. $1.25, by mail. By freight or express, 4 bu. 75e, 1 bu. ' $2.00. 5 bu. or more at $1.85 per bu. Weight, 14lbs. per bu. Price liable tochange. Don’t be misled into paying much higher prices for this grass under some fancy misleading name.
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A RL EY short-strawed, scant-yielding varieties that many farmersmay have in mind. ; © The varieties grow tall and yield large crops. One is beardless and as pleasant
to handle as oats or smooth wheat, Farmers will be wise to sow part of their ground to barley and not so mtehk
New Beardless Barless h f iT _ Bearded Barley, ANN LA SUCCESS. (102) MAN SHUR Y.
Ye This is an old well known 6-rowed variety introduced by 4 Professor Henry, of the Wis-
. This is a new 6-rowed Bar- @AR . fis a My consin Agricultural Experi-
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without beards, which is the st valuable improvement on any grain for years. On ac- -eount of the long, harsh and objectionable beards, a great many farmers did not grow barley at all, because it was so ‘disagreeable to handle. It is 6-rowed, likc the old Manshury Barley, and the berry is of the Same appearance as this. Itis a vigorous grower, pasta strong straw, heavy and wel filled heads. It has hulls like other malting barleys, and is of the same appearance in the grain. This New Beardless Barley is a first-class barley for » malting and will not easily get dis- eolored, and is also a heavy cropper, yielding from 50 to 7& bushels per acre. Ever since this grand new barley was introduced there has been a great lemand for it, and we anticipate another great rush for it this year. Heavy yielding barley is always a profitable crop to grow, even at moderate prices, as it makes -avaluable ground food for hogs and all kinds of stock. The Beardless Barley can not be recommended too highly for either a good barley for feeding as wellas formalting. Price, pkt. 10c, lb. 30c, 4 ibs. 75e, by mail. By freight or express, 4 bu. 50c, 1 bu. $1.25, 214 bus. $2.50. Price subject to change.
ment Station, eleven or twelve
years ago. Since then it has Ay, been the standard and most pre hy Uy y ee barley ever intro- oy yy "al Yd uced. It has been worth mill- MY his Ly ions of dollars to the farmers fin a 4 # in the barley-growing States. NAG | It is a barley of wonderful OW IX¢ZH productiveness and is not sure y passed asa heavy yielder. Tts malting qualities are unsur- passed and on this account al- ways commands the highest market price., It ripens early NGF and has a strong, stiff straw, mM: y, y Ry PAZ ss sans an heavy heads VA US v/ MAN fg SO ed wi ump, nice ker ol 4 WG Wy nels, hie orb a a pretty, ANF ff / ; bright color and will not discolor UAW, i readily from wet weather. Barley is IY more sought after by farmers now than it used to be, and even at @ moderate price it isa good and prof- itable crop togrow. The Manshury Barley yields in ordinary seasons 60 to 65 bushels per acre with up-to-date farmers, and in favorableseasons has yielded as high as 80 bushels. Figur- ing only 45 to 50 cents per bushel, it - is one of the best paying crops. Price, pkt. 10c, lb. 36c, 4 lbs. "5c, by mail. By freight or ex- ress, 4 bu. 50c,1 bu. $1.25, 214 u. $2.50. Price subject to change.
VICIA VILLOSA.
(Sand Vetch.)
A forage plant that is becoming very pepular whee enigo duced, Ow- ing to its adaptability to withstand Beardless Success Barley. cevere drought, heat or cold. »Al- . though it succeeds and produces good crops on poor, sandy soil, it grows much Stronger on good land, attaining a height of three to four feet.
It is hardy throughout the United States, remaining green ail winter.
As a crop for soiling or plowing under, we predict that this plant will take the same prominence in our Northern States as Scarlet or Crimson Clover has done in Delaware and Maryland. Itisequally valuableintheSouth. Nothing can excel this Vetch for early cutting. Sown in August or September at the rate of 40 to 50 pounds per acre, mixed with a bushel of rye or wheat to furnish support for the vines of the Vetch, or in drills three feet apart, using about 30 pounds per acre, it will furnish a magnificent crop of green fod- der by May. If cut before coming into bloom, it immediately starts into growth, furnishing a second crop, which can be eaten off by sheep or hogs or Ziy plowed under as green manure. ~@ The Washington Department of Agriculture estimates the value of
yt. A plowed-under crop of this Vetch as equivalent to putting into the « eX eground $16 to $45 worth of commercial fertilizers. One important wy!
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That Peerless Farm Paper, UP-TO-DATE FARMING AND GAR- =— DENING (see last pages of this Catalogue) tells all about new crops Ly x for farmers, and how to succeed withthem. If you are not acquainted
; with tt, send for a sample copy. Don’t be one of those farmers whe Vicia Villosa. don’t believein farm papers. Good farm papers will give you good idease
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We are Headquarters for the Best :
IN THE WORLD.
We believe that INDIANA SEED CORN is the best produced in the country and suited to farmers over the widest range of country. We do not recommend our largest varieties for
northern latitudes, nor smaller varieties for southern latitudes, but we have kinds suited for the | North, South, East and West.
— World’s Gold Medal Gorn
The best Corn in the World, as it was awarded the Gold Medal—the highest prize—at the Paris World’s Fair in 1900, against the World’s competition.
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To increase interest in the WORLD'S GOLD MEDAL CORN and induce our customers to re= port their yields to us, we offer
$50 in Gash,
THREE PRIZES, as follows:
$25 for the largest. yield from one acre, $15 for the next largest yield from one acre, $10 for the next largest yield from one acre.
All reports must be truthful and received at our office by Decem- ber ist, 1902. Whether you win a prize or not, you will have a big prize in this fine corn.
We have only a limited quantity of this Great Corn to offer this year. It is a beautiful, large and good va- riety of White Dent Corn. We recommend each farmer to obtain some seed to start with, as, considering the yield that can be obtained from even a small amount of seed and the fact that seed can be saved from it, the investment will prove very satisfactory and profitable. Each farmer should have a desire to raise ‘the best Corn in the world,” or the corn that was awarded the highest prize in competition against the world.
The accompanying illustration is a photograph of a pile of ears and serves to show the length, diameter, relative thickness of cob and depth of grain. The eolor is pure white. We ask our readers to study the photograph of the ears; notice the proportions of the
The central ear is 134 inches long. of the ears was more than 24in. Itis white corn,
Corn In the World,
Pile of World’s Gold Medal Corn.
The average diameter
ear and depth of grain, the butt and tip end Views, etc. Such Corn denotes good breenings ‘In fact, this Corn has received the close attention of one of the best corn- growers in Indiana for many years; he considers it the ideal Corn. In fact, it must have many good points orit would not have been sent to the Paris World’s Fair. None but a high bred variety would receive attention there, and of course the best sort wins the prize.
PRICH, delivered—Large sample ear, 30c, large pkt. 10c, pt. 25c, qt. 40c, 4 qts. (for 1.acre) $1.00, 14 bu. (for 2 acres) $1, bu. $2.50, 244 bu. (1 bag) $5.00.
8@> If you want selected ears instead of shelled corn, add 25 cents per bushel.
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corn on exhibition; a Silver Medal for second best corn on exhibition, and a Bronze Medal for our Pultzo-Mediterranean (winter) Wheat.
The Farmers’ Interest Corn is listed on the next two pages. Please read all about it very carefully. _ Farmers who have planted it in the past were very wise, but there are yet many townships and counties where it has mot been introduced.
Our Corn Exhibit attracted attention at Paris. Read the fol- Jowing: E
Prove that the expense of planting our improved
CARIGNAN-ARDENNES, FRANCE, Novy. 28, 1900. IGU RES varieties of Corn has been . Mr. J. A. Everitt, Indianapolis, Ind., U.S. A. about 20 cents per acre DEAk Sin—We have seen your beautiful show of corn at the AND 2cluding freight, and Paris Exhibition, and we suppose you are a corn grower. Ifso, your own seed is saved. as we are great sellers of it and want yearly large quantities, ACTS The cost will be a hittle could you make us offers, with cheapest prices and big samples »* more this year on account in grain and ears of corn which you grow? of the higher price of
Yours very truly, all Corn.
DENAIFFE & FILs, Seedsmen.
SEED CORN IN THE EAR.
We have saved a lot of our leading varieties of Seed Corn in the ears this year and will furnish it at % cents per bushel extra as ious as the supply lasts. Farmers should club together in buying their seed corn and get advantage of our reduced rates on five bushels or more.
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and Most Pro- ductive White Dent Corn. We except none and Challenge
Comparisons.
We have sold this grand Corn five years, the customers residing in all parts of the country, from Michigan to Georgia, from New Jersey
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, VERY FARMER knows it pays to plant good E seed. Every farmer should know that there
is a great difference in seed. If by changing seed to a better variety you can increase the yield 10 bushels per acre, it means the payment of the rental of the land over and above your regular crop. . An in- erease of 15 to 25 busheis per acre is not at all im- possible. The cost to get the maximum crops in corn is very trifling indeed. A bushel of seed will plant about § acres, and costs this year about $1.50 to $2.00. The plowing, pulverizing, fertilizing, planting and cul-
to Colorado, and no variety of Corn could more completely fill the requirements for a profitable Tt is early enough to mature in the latitude of Southern Michigan, and large enough to be profitable Zo grow in the South, where it comes weeks ahead of their tate sorts, and outyields them, making it an ideal Corn for Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, Virginia, Missouri, 1rkansas, Tens of thousands of Corn growers would plant largely of this Corn this year if they just realized the true merit, and would snerease their crop from 10 to 50 bushels per acre.
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As the introdueers of this fine Corn, we desire to make a demand for it by reasonably extolling its merits. We will, however, appeal more directly to the good, sound sense of Corn growers, than to at- tempt to fill the pages with claims for the Corn. The Corn will speak for itself, from the time you re- ceive the seed we will ship you until it is finally stored in the bursting cribs. We want the better class of intelligent, up-to-date farmers, and those who are seeking for improvements in their crops, as our
tivating are exactly the same, whether you raise 30 | customers, and count upon an order from every push-
bushels or over 100 bushels per acre. The only extra labor is in harvesting, a task that should be willingly performed. FARMERS’ INTEREST WHITE DENT is the grandest, most vaiuable va- riety of corn in the country. A strong- growing variety, sending its roots out in
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CORN GROWERS
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wisely and reap abundantly.
The effect of growing a large-eared ya- riety of Corn like Farmers’ Interest can be illustrated as follows; The average weight of Corn ears is not more than 8 ounces. iIfan increase of 2 ounces to the
all directions in search of food. With- CAREFULLY ear can besecured, there would be added stands drought well; stalks are strong, BpAAARAAARAAARAAAR to the yield per acre 44 more. Andif elose-jointed and leafy. A fine grower. Produces | there be four ounces added to the weight of ears, then
mammoth ears, of which the illustration on this and opposite page is a fair representation. The ear is ll ins. long, and frequently they grow evenlonger. Grains are very deep, ranging % to 34 of an inch in length in middle of the ear. Color pure white; firm and gvod texture; cob medium size. The ears frequently shell 2 pound of Corn to the ear, and cobs from 1 bushel of ears weigh from 8 to10lbs. Ears 18 to 24 rows. Rows straight, and ears of this variety are well filled out at he ends. Maturesin about 100 days. Yields very heavy.
the yield will be increased one-half.
Also an illustration like the following is interesting: Illinois plants each year over 7,000,000 acres of corn. If an increase of 10 bushels per acre can be obtained by planting better seed, the total increase will be 70,000,000 bushels. These are features corn growers should keep
in mind, and no effort nor expense should be spared to obtain the yery best seed posssible.
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If you Grow Corn, we Urge you to Make a Thorough Trial of our Leaders on your Farm. | There are Great Differences in Varieties W 7 @ |
FROM ALL OVER THE COUNTRY.
We Do Not Give Full Address, as thus we would Direct Trade to our Customers of Former Years,to Our Loss.
KENTUCKY-—I planted a field of your Farmers’ Interest Corn last spring and the result was a revel- ation to meand my neighbors, when we found we could send to Indiana and get seed corn that excelled our native varieties. We thought we grew good Corn, but your Farmers’ Interest is yielding 110 to 120 bus. per acre, and surpasses the best of other Corn by 25 to 30 bus. per acre. C, W. W., Breckenridge Co., Ky.
INDIANA—Farmers’ Interest Corn is yielding 95 to 100 bus. per acre. Four of my neighbors, who are also growing it, all are getting over 100 bus. per acre. These are not exaggerated reports, but actual facts.
C. A. B., Indiana.
I started this morning for your place with tio of the finest loads of Corn that ever were put on wagons, but it began raining and we turned back. Will wait for finer weather. The Farmers’ Interest Corn is yielding 100 to 120 bus. per acre all over my fields. Nothing like it ever seen in this section before. 1 Bac. avd:
I grew 50 acres of Farmers’ Interest Corn, and the yield over the whole field was 90 to 105 bus. per acre, a total of 4,948 bus. on the field. It matured very early, ears Mammoth size. It sur- passed any other variety in this vicinity. C. A. HELM, Ind.
By mail, pkt. 10c, large sample ear 30c, 1 qt. 40c, 4 qts. $1.00. By freight or express, 14 bu. 50c, 1 bu. $2.00, 244 bu. in 1 bag $4.00. 5 bu. or more $1.50 per bu. If wanted in ears unshelled, add 25c per bushelto above. _
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OHIO—A heavy cropper on medium soil. Best I ever raised. WM. LANCEY, Preble Co., O.
ILLINOIS—I planted a field of your Farmers’ In- terest Corn last spring and it has astonished us farmers all through the season in rapid, strong growth. I topped it when ripe and such a field of mammoth corn ears I never saw before. It is good for over 100 bus. per acre. I don’t think there can be a betier.
W. P. R., St. Clair Co., Ill.
KANSAS—In a visit to my brother in. Kansas, he showed me a fiela of your Farmers’ Interest Corn. I must say I never saw its equal in Indiana, nor on the way to Kansas and return. The ears were arms of giants. He wrote me the yield was 114 bushels per acre. I would have guessed it at more, if it was possible for more cornto grow onanacre. A.M.T., KnoxCo. Ind.
TENNESSEE—Farmers’ Interest Corn is the largest, heaviest and best White Corn I ever grew. Ona test 50 ears made a bushel. The cobs weighed 12 1bs.
J. W., Maury Co., Tenn.
MISSOURI— Having seen a crop of F. I. Corn grown from one ear, I write you early to save me 4 bushels of it for seed, and quote your price. It is the greatest corn I ever saw. A. R., Miller Co., Mo.
IOW A—28 acres of F. I. Corn yielded 2,480 bus. of the finest White Corn grown in this section. C, F. PEARSON, Co., Iowa.
MARYLAND—Farmers’ Interest Corn has taken our
section by storm. It is the greatest ever seen here. S. B. O., Prince George Co., Md.
Please sit down and figure how much it will cost you per acre to plant our seed Corn. . Don’t be frightened because we ask more than market price for seed. We cannot afford to do the business any other way. You will find that the cost per acre is only a
One bushel will plant about 8 acres, and those 8 acres should yield you many bush- els extra.
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trifle, ar} your own corn is left.
THINK ABOUT IT!
Mr, Corn Grower: DEAR SIR—Please study the following table showing acreage, increased 10 bushels per acre.
State. Acreage. Seed to plant. Increase. Average
Bushels. (10bu.peracre.) Yield 1900.
1,020,000 71,140,000 576,000 40,032,000 Sr ea 1,149,855 80,490,000 bos doseceenG 5: 1,232,143 86,250,000 454,000 922,000 64,454,000 ee 8,094,000 1,156,286 80,940,000 It is discouraging to note the low average yields in 1900; a & good crop year. The yield can be increased 10 bushels per acre ‘by using better seed and more than 10 bushels additional can be added by better cultivation. For the former buy your seed corn of J. A. EVERITT. To accomplish the later, read
“UP-TO-DATE FARMING AND GARDENING.” See last Pages of this Catalogue.
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Gentral States Dispatch.
(See illustration on preceding page.)
We send a dispatch and greetings to every corn grower and invite them to enjoy the berefits of this grand new sort. The benefits will come through increased yield and superior quality. a
The corn crop is the farmer’s stand-by, therefore he should give even more attention to selecting seed for it than any other crop. Also there is not another crop that represents such a small Ape for the best seed to planta crop. 15c.to 25c. an acre is all that is represented, and your own see
is saved. The Central States Dispatch Corn is the largest yield- GETG ing Yellow Dent Corn we ever discovered, closely following our great Farmers’ Interest White Dent in this respect. We NEW SEED. have introduced several varieties of Yellow Corn that have
been of immense value to the farmers of the country, but.
NEW BLOOD. according to our well-known policy ee are always seeking oe
better, more valuable varieties. f corn growers will
BETTER CROPS. trust us to supply them with the best varieties they will always be Up-To-Date in their crops. :
The Central States Dispatch Corn is a strong grower and delights in a rich soil wnere it ean feed to its heart’s content. Under these conditions it may stand three stalks in a hill, each stalk bearing one or two largeears. On soil of moderate fertility, if planted two stalks to the hill, the fodder is not so large, but the ears are nearly as good. The stalk is well supported by brace roots, a sign of great vizor and ability to withstand drought and not blow down easily by storms.
This corn is recommended for strong ground, and suited to grow in latitudes south of the Michi- gan line, as far east and west as corn grows, except in high altitudes, where the seasons are shortened.
Ears 8 to 12 inches long, very shapely, with extremely deep grain and moderate cob. In season early, maturing in 100 to 110 days, grain yellow, shading to beautiful light yellow on the top of grain. A splendid feeding corn. Rows straight, about 20 rows to the ear.
Every corn grower should obtain enough seed of this corn to plant a field or more. All who plant it will find it the most valuable Yellow Dent Corn, of strongest growth, largest ear, greatest yielder they ever raised. This corn is so fine that if its merits were known our seed would last only a short time. If any person wants to see a sample before buying more, they may send us 10c and the sample will be sent at once. ;
In 1900 we offered five Prizes for largest yields on one acre of ground. We give the names of the successful competitors below, with extracts from their reports:
FIRST PRIZE—$25.00—179%4 bu. per acre.
“Last spring I bought two new kinds of corn of you at your O. K. seed store, viz., the Central States Dispatch and the Farmers’ Interest. I have just completed harvesting both kinds to-day with followingresults: I planted the Central States Dispatch May 10th, on a plot of low, rich bottom ground of sandy loam nature, and gave it three good cultivations. I cut the corn about the first of September. As soon as it would do,I husked it and weighed the corn, which amounted to one hundred and seventy-nine and one-half (1794) bushels per acre. Ifany man can beat this I would like to know his method. The Farmers’ Interest Corn was planted the same day, and it yielded 156 bu. per acre of as nice corn as I ever saw. Every farmer will do well to plant largely of these two kinds. W. E. JEFFERS, M. D., Chase, O.
SECOND PRIZE—$10.00—110 bu. per acre.
“‘T will give my report of the one acre of Central States Dispatch Corn. It yielded 110 bushels on one acre. It was the finest corn Lever raised. Some of the ears were 10 to 13 inches long.”’ CHAS. FEIG, Utan, Harrison Co., O.
THIRD PRIZE—$5.00—10334 bu. per acre.
**T purchased a bag of your Central States Dispatch Corn last spring and am a competitor for a prize, yet if I sueceed in winning one it is a small thing compared to the increased yield of corn i got by planting your seed. Eraised from one measured acre, planted in check rows 3 feet 8 inches apart, 103% bushels of as fine corn as I ever saw.’’ LEWIS FINDLIN G, Alfred, Meigs Co., O.
The other two successful competitors were: FOURTH PRIZE—35.00—A. C. Botts, R. R. No, 1, Frankfort, Ind FIFTH PRIZE—$5.00— W. W. Maynarp, Bonner Springs, Kan.
PRICE When the time and labor of selecting seed Corn and the expense of adver-
tising are considered, our price for this corn is very reasonable. Many seedsmen would ask $5.00 a bushel for this corn, and we say it would be worth the price to plant. But we will noglay any obstacle in the way of corn growers obtaining this valuable variety. One bushel will plant about 8 acres and represents 20c per acre in 216 bu. lots, This expense must not be considered against the advantages possessed by this superior variety.
By mail, pkt. 10c,1 large sample ear 30c, 1 qt. shelled 40c, 4 qts.$1.00. By freight or express, 14 bu. 50c, 1 bu. $1.75, 234 bu. (1 bag) $4.00, 5 bu. or more at $1.50 per bu. (87)
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good ears, and this has been characteristic every year it has been grown. © It has not a large growth of fodder, having been bred essentially for grain, though it has plenty of blades to support the growth and is as well rooted as any corn grown. The type is very even, so unusually so that in selecting exhibition ears for the fair, in the field, one can take ™ the ears as he comes to them, with very few exceptions. Ears measuring za from ten to twelve inches in length and weighing one and one-hali S2snC A poundsarenot uncommon. The ears are very uniform in size and a) shape, with sixteen to twenty straight rows (usually eighteen rows) of Za deep, pure white kernels set on_a small white cob, and the ears are “Aa well filled out over the tip. It is early, Matured in less than Sas gon ninety-five days and has never been caught by the frost. The cob pees Z2at Za dries out rapidly, so that it is ready for market earlier than any Res) : = Se “8 other large white field corn in existence. In its yield it will surpass Be sasce
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I am much pleased with your O. K. Seeds and will give you my order next year. Your Giant Climbing Tomato did very well; also the Cabbage was fine.
A. E. McCULLOH, Sylvan, Pa.
One Acre. Everitt’s Earliest Cabbage was early in market and heads weighed 7 to 10 pounds. Brill’s None Such did well. It sold 176 Bushels cn | for 10 cents a head, while others brought 3to 5 cents. They O A weighed 12 to 16 pounds. . ee OO Gat es ROBERT SAMUEL AND FRED. RUHL, Clinton, Ik
Notwithstanding the very wet summer, O. K. Seeds gave the best of satisfaction. The Six Weeks Potatoes, Golden Pop Corn and Yellow Summer Radishes were the finest I ever saw. ALEX. CASEBEER, Somerset, Pa.
The Alpha Pole Bean is the earliest I ever saw and of good quality. It bears till frost. Astro Cucumber is out of sight. I believe they grew two inches.in 24 hours in the open ground. We were well pleased with O. K. Seeds from you and expect to buy again.
THOS. CRUTCHFIELD, Cayuga, Ind.
The O. K. Seeds from your house proved to be the finest we ever had. The beets were the largest in all the country. Cucumbers were very prolific. We are well pleased and | will call on you for our next seeds.
' ELDER T. C. WILLIS, Pelham, Tenn.
Your Logan Giant Seedling Tomatoes are very fine. I } raised them to weigh 2 pounds each, while 4 of them ina basket sold for 10 cents per basket, while other varieties sold for 25 cents per bushel. . Everitt’s Earliest are the first
tomatoes to ripen, coming in ahead of 60 other varieties | and good bearers. ROBERT SAMUEL, Clinton, Il.
I tried O. K. Seeds this year and they excel all others. Logan’s Giant Tomato, Rough and Ready, Brill’s None Such and Short Stem Drumhead Cabbage, Prize-Taker Onions and others have done well this dry season. Lam well pleased and will send to yon again.
W. H. A. RICHARDSON, Athens, Texas.
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Earliest gave perfeet satisfaction. EVAN BOLING, Parksville, Ky.
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243 Bushels Grown from One Peck of Seed by O. B. Blanchard, of New Hampshire.
The best variety of corn for northern latitudes and the longest eared flint corn in the country, we believe. Ears measure 10 to 15 inches long, 8 broad rows making a most attractive appearance. The stalk grows medium size and many of them bear two ears. Very leafy and is a valuable variety for ensilage. We expect all our north- ern customers to Order this corn, while we also recommend it very highly to plant on thin ground in any lati- tude and for late planting. Price, Nt mail, pkt. 10c, qt, 40c, 4 qts. $1.00. By freight or express, 74 bu. 50e, bu. $1.75, bag of 2% bus. $4.00
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EMEMBER, we will furnish our leading varieties of Seed Corn in the ear as long. as the supply lasts. Many farmers want to shell their own corn; and alsomany wantto plant whole-ear seed—i. e., alt the grains on the ear. We recommend this plan. See December UP-TO-DATE FARMING AND GARDENING for important Corn experiments.
VERITT’S JUORTGAGE-LIFTER
Reliability is stamped upon every feature of this corn. IJtis acorn that has not failed to produce a paying crop in the worst corn year we have seen in In- diana in the past ten years, and in favorable seasons yields 80 to 120 bushels per acre of the finest yellow corn that ever grew imside of husks. We know this corn will please. We will guarantee a rich harvest of the most su- perior corn that grows if Mortgage-Lifter is planted. It is early and will mature in Northern Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Southern Michigan, etc., and has given farmers in Kentucky, Virginia and other States similarly located great satisfac- tion on account of early maturity, fine quality and large yield, enabling them to have early feed. The grain is very deep, compact and heavy; ears medium to large size; small cob. Seventy pounds of dry corn on the ear, as our seed aver- aged, shelled 62 pounds of corn, leaving only 8 pounds of cob. We want every ecorn-grower to plant some of the Mortgage-Lifter Corn. If you plant a field of it, your profit will be big. Ii you don’t plant much, plant a small lot, a peck, a ‘quart or ear. We are anxious to have every person who raises corn made
acquainted with its merits without delay. We know it will do them good, and thus secure to us a friend and customer for O. K.Seeds. Read some reports:
Mortgage-Lifter Corn I planted May 2. The season was very dry, but my corn did not mind it and turned out 140 bushels per acre of as nice corn as I eyer saw. H. E. STONE, Oakland Co., Mich.
Notwithstanding the exiremely dry season, my Mortgage-Lifter Corn made 80 bushels per acre. Itis truly a mortgage- -lifter and can be depended upon in seasons when money is lacking for sueh purposes
J. E. ISEN HOWER, Marion Co., Ind. 4
Have grown your Mortgage-Lifter Corn three years. . Yield the poorest season, 93 bushels per acre; this year, 95; the best yield, 124 bushels per acre. Mort- gages can’t stay on farms where it STows. C. M. OLAF, Jersey Co., Ill. +
I like the Mortgage-Lifter Corn because it is reliable and pays to grow it. : GEO. WESTLAKE, Carroll Co., Iowa.
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THE LONGEST EARED CORN IN THE COUNTRY.
This corn does not grow ears quite Benen as iith LESS a yard long, but the ears are very re- ret aai need ATT 432E , markable for their very great length, SRP TIM TT PITT TTT BON frequently growing 18 inches long, sit NNause a caes te, aUMAI ELAS ZS SEN with 12to14rowseach. Don’t think ET EE SN this corn is only a curicsity or freak, EGS SUPT TITUS eS as this isnot thecase. Thelargeears QOysseses HUTT Mmm nr ENA are filled with moderately deep, large OS CCiSaSLENHAGUSAUSNRSASSQONAAANNASUSUALEODLLCeLeReL eeeretcacteccac gee SSSS yellow grains of splendid quality, py ee NON a ce apTUAGDAUUEDINOLIDULEONINUADODD ENT BALSNIDMINNUA = SON Cx (ig TOUT ESSER) and, as must be the case, a great many SURI SST UT SSNSN : ; DG EZE Soa TARO ATTA TASS MES SQN grains are required to fillsuch mam- Z yea OEE SSSR REE SSS SS moth ears. iG Un iS SSS The Yard-Long Corn originated in Mygitarat Wi ia SS SS Morgan County, Indiana, and is be- Sy ‘ng, py petiz gen eet SSS. coming a very popular variety among Si ey Lf Ne idee See: = = = - S Nh, U)} "Mize nn LF] U7} Viggwe <Z, SSS many good farmers. It is a variety SSS OAL TLSARE RR TT RAL ALLL highly prized by farmers who feed BSS ee TE i nie B unl Vike VG whole corn to Cattle, as the cob is not 23SSS> < BEES SS Tre eS fy Be Sg) . “ge ws LSS a = ~ thick and is more easily broken than BSS SSSesaSe the short-eared varieties. SSS s2SScS=2; We recommend the Yard-Long SSSSS5 SSSSS=S2 ary rH 9 v Corn as a rofitable variety to grow SSSSs SSSR for ieed, for market and as a great ssSSs <SSSSF7 SSS and interesting novelty. It isa fine ESS tSsss2 sss exhibition corn, always attracting SS SEE USSSS2 attention, much favorable comment . SSSSzi SeSs7) and influences orders for seedatlarge, ARS ‘SSSa7 Sees prices. ¢ SSSSEz. EsSs= =Se Price by mail, one extra long SSS SEE 48S sS=sse SS = SSS ASS SS se ss ear, 35¢, 1 qt. shelled, 40c,4qts. BSS» aS S333 ES $1.00. Byfreight or express, 4333 = Set bu. 75¢e, bu. $2.00, bag of 214 bu. SSS SSsses $4.00 NS 2 SS) == Rr: i Ree ae — 9) LSS SsZs REET Yard-Long Corn SETH «=6sshown in compar- SSS33 ° « = ReSses ison with an ordi- SSE SSE Conary bushel bas- S = SS 35372 BN —— SS327 ket. <= Sse
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Everyone who has tried it is enthusiastic in the praise of this splendid variety and it has received everywhere the most cordialendorsement. Itis early, ripening only a few days later than the Pride of the North; ears are of good size and symmetrical; color, a bright golden yel- low, ‘‘as handsome as a twenty-dollar gold coin just from the mint,’’ sosays one of our customers; grain is very deep, cob small, and therefore dries out very quickly as soon asripe. Seventy pounds of ear corn make sixty to siz- ty-two pounds of shelled corn, and in hauling to market it weighs out five bushels more to the wagon load than common varieties in the same size wagon. Price, pkt. 10c, sample ear 30c, il qt. 40c, 4 qts. $1.00, post- paid. #y freight or express, 4 bu. 50c, bu. $1.50, { 216 bat. $3.75. .
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‘\ AOSTn, very popular in the west, and adapted to the southern
ears, set low and frequently matures two large ears with deep grains. Ina test, 70 lbs. of ears shelled 64 Ibs. of corn. This was an extreme test, but serves to illustrate the small pro- portion ofcob to corn. Maturesin about 190 days. Priee, pké. i0e, sample ear 30c, i qt. 40c, 4 qts, $1.00, % bai. 50c, bu. $1.75, 2)5 bu. (1 bag) $4.00, 5 bu. or more at $1.60 per br. — j/ RILEY’S RITE, LEAMING., BOONE CO. TWHEITE an RIDE OF THE NORTH varieties 0 ¥ Seed Corn we can furnish at the following priceseach: Pkt. 10e, 1 qt. 40c, 4 gts, $1.00, postpaid, 4 bu. 50e, per bu. any quantity $1.50. =~
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kind will beused. The reason we confine our sales to this variety is East aud West. We suggest that you place your orders with us at as early a
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Although last sea- gon was unfavorable for oats, this variety has sustained our elaims, as enumer- ated at the head of this column, and we take much satisfac- tion in offering them again, and an- ticipate, with a bet- ter season, which we trust will be experi- enced, that the Prosperity Oats will make new records for yields and other desirable qualities. We only regret that our crop was not much larger, which would allow us to make lower prices.
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ut adjust them- selves to varying conditions, and in fact, appear to be just what farmers want—a Rough and Ready Variety. They are so early that they can be threshed and in the granary before the usual kinds are ready to harvest. They have a very stiff straw and stand up well on strong land. Color pure bright white if not discolored by rain. They grow vigorous- ly andcome so early
at “ph are not Mable to be injured by drought as much as later kinds.
TheProsperity Oats have made some of the largest yields on record. Read the following:
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Last Spring I sowed the 96 lbs. of Prosperity Oats re- ceived from you,and I harvested same early in August. The actual yield was 4,149 pounds. I left it to stand in the field five weeks be- fore hauling; during that time the thou- sands of blackbirds stripped the outside bundles, causing a loss to me of 15 bush- els atleast. Itis the best oats I have ever raised.
JOHN MATTHEWS, Co., Utah.
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The Prosperity Oats did well, hay- ing threshed 116 bushels from 96 Ibs., on one acre.
JOHN MORGAN, Co., tL a
“Twoweeks EAR- LIER than oth- er varieties”,
I sowed the Pros- perity Oats on a lit- tle more than an acre of land. They came up good; are a strong grower; about two weeks earlier than our na- tive oats. 1 threshed 80 bushels, machine measure. They would weigh about 100 bushels.
A. J. TROYER, Co., Ohio.
‘““Ripe 60 days af- ter sowing.’
“The Prosperity Oatscould have been cut 60 days after sow- ing. Stood up well. Straw nearly as stiff as wheat straw. Are well satisfied with Prosperity Oats.’’
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than white, which is to a certain extent true, as they will endure more hardship and exposure and still makeacrop. The next consideration is to get them pure, which is usually difficult todo. ‘In our Reliable we offer oat growers a pure black variety of fine qualities.
BLACK. OAT.
Last season’s test proved these
Oats to be among the very best under adverse conditions, and where color is not an objection, they should be favored in making your selections of seed.
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result of an importation of seed from . England several years ago, where black 1 oats are much preferred and about three 4| times as many are grown as of white oats. ; i] They are fully as good as white oats for { j| feeding and surpass white oats in stiffness | 4| of straw. The straw is very stiff. The heads are very long and yield heavy crops
of grain weighing 35 to 45 lbs. to meas-
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Our seeds have been grown with great care, and we are positive every grower will be pleased with them. They have always been free from rust.
The Reliable Black Oats are full of Vigor, and will respond to the care of any good farmer, and make him a crop al- most regardless of adverse conditions if they come.
We will be greatly disappointed if our customers do not report some heavy yield
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of these oats this season. One hundred bushels or more per acre can surely be raised, if the season is good, and the soil and cultivation are satisfactory. This hardy, vig- orous variety will make a good crop, when a weak variety will be disappointing. The Reli- . able will be so productive as tomake |// | a profit when the price islow. It is/ the top bushel that makes the profit.
Each bushel added beyond cost of production is clear profit.
We have often said: Jt is not so much the soil, cultivation, fertilizer or sea- son, as the variety, that insures success,
Good seed is also fertilizer.
No difference what the price is, | after you raise a certain number |
of bushels to pay cost of produc- tion, then you get your profit. Strive for the top bushel. Each one added is clear gain. Each
one you fall below cost of produc- | This refers to |
tion, is clear loss. all crops. Sow Reliable Black Oats for a SURE crop, with a large proportion of top bushels.
There ape many instances where 975 to 100 bushels of oats can be grown per acre as well as 25 to £0 bushels, if only the proper variety is used for seed.
PRICE—We will make it possible for every farmer to get some of these oats by putting the price very low. Pkt. 10c, qt. 30c, 4 qts. 85c, by mail. 4% bu. 35¢e, 1 bu. $1.00 3 bu. (onebag) $2.75,9 bu.
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Are the Kind of Oats to Grow for Sure Gropping.
HEAVY, PLUMP GRAINS WITH LARGE PER CENT OF MEAT AND SMALL PER CENT OF HULL; STIFF STRAW THAT WILL SAVE THE CROP UNTIL HARVESTED; HEAD LONG, § } HEAVY, FULL.
The Great American Oats are noted for vigorous growth and droughts do not effect them as much as less vigorous varieties. The grain is large, white, plump, with thin hull, running much over weight with ordinary thresher cleaning. On account of | large per cent. of meat in the kernel, they are well suited for oat | meal and other oat products.
‘We Unreservedly Recommend The Great American Oais,
They will yield from 65 to over 100 bushels per acre in ordi- nary farm cultivation, and more under very favorable conditions. We don’t ask you to build your hopes on 200 to 1,000 bushels per acre, as you will see claims in some other catalogues. We be- lieve we are dealing with intelligent people, and they realize that such yields are impossible. We aim to gain and hold the confi- dence of farmers everywhere; then will we realize the height of our ambition; when our celebrated 0. K. Seeds are planted on every farm in the country.
Have you decided to devote part of the farm to the GREAT AMERICAN OATS? It is one of the ways to ‘make farming pay.
Who would not rather grow a pure, true heavy oats in prefer- ence to the mixed, light, chaffy kinds grown on many farms? Farmers are doing a good business now, and now is the time to look to quality and quantity of their crops,so that prosperity may not diminish, but increase. Farmers who sow Great Am- erican Oats take out an insurance policy on their crop.
8@>-We havea very fine crop of these Oats this year and want to sell some to every farmer whosends us an order. Includeasmall or large quantity in yourorder. We will guarantee satisfaction or refund your money if you are not pleased and benefited by growing the Great American Oats. We ask asa special favor that each grower report his yield after threshing.
Price, by mail, large pkt. 10c, 1 qt. 30c, 4 qts. 85c. By freight or express, 44 bu. 30c, 1 bu. $1.00, 3 bu. (1
bag) $2.75, 6 bu. (2 bags) $5.25, 9 bu. (3 bags) $7.50.
Kae A very popular variety and one that is largely grown. ince f] q § They are noted for good color, heavy weight and large ield. Are medium early; good straw. When these oats were first introduced a few years ago, seven prizes were offered for the largest yields from one bushel of seed. While such tests are not of much value as an indication of what a variety will do with usual farm cultiva- tion, yet the fact that the average of the seven tests was 116 bushels and the largest
yield from a bushel 174 bu., shows that this is a very prolific variety. PRICE—Large pkt. 10c,1 qt. 30c, 4 qts. 85c, by mail. By freight or ex-
| press, 4 bu. 30c, bu. $1.00, 3 bu, or more at 90c per bu.
: Great Ameri Oats, Gold Medal, F - /A Few Good Things for. Farmers crs"taterest and Central States Dispatch ——— —. Corn. Also our varieties of Potatoes. These ‘are the varieties which give many top bushels, which means big profits on the farm.
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Including Novelties, Specialties and Stan- s= dard Varieties, comprising absolutely the
best sorts inthe country. No potato grower need look outside of our list for the best
early, medium and late varieties.
Are Famous Wherever Known. They are the Leaders.
If there is one department of our business in which we exeel 9} more particularly than another, it is the Seed Potato De- §} partment. We have always made great specialties of Seed §} Potatoes. Although we do not introduce one-fourth as many §} varieties as do some other seedsmen, yet whem we send out a | new variety it goes out to find a welcome and a home with every | grower. Our conservative course has gained for our house the confidence of potato raisers, and as a consé- quence our trade is not excelled in this line by any house in the country. And in our success we have been in- strumental in wonderfully increasing the value of the Potato crop for thousands of farmers all over the country.
Whatever careful selection and good cultivation have done in the way of improving the Potato, they have never been able to overcome the in- elination to revert to its nat- ural condition or ‘‘run out,’’ and we find those old varieties that afew years ago were our best potatoes placed at the foot of the list and in afew more years will be entirely out of cultivation. There is no exception to thisrule. Allva- Tieties obey the law. If it were not in our power to cre- ate new varieties the Potato would soon be an extinct veg- etable and any farmer who continues cultivating a variety after it has begun to deterio- ate does so at hisloss. There
We save our customers freight on Northern Seed Potatoes.
Mixed Packages.
We are often asked if we will ship more than one variety of Po- tatoesin a barrel. We will do this with pleasure for our costomers, and offer Three kinds, 1 bu. of each, at the 3 bu. rates of the} respective varieties.
Or, we will put up peck lots, where 4 or more pecks are taken, at the bushel rates for the respective varieties.
Or, we will put up 1 Ib. each} of 4 or more varieties and send them at the 4-lb. rates.
We make these offers to our cus- tomers to encourage them to or- der several varieties, so they can select the best for their particular
= farm. There isa great difference
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other crop responds. so pee yy——— to good seeds as potatoes, thes oftentimes doubling the crop.
Our varieties are unexcelled.
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tubers in 6 weeks from planting.
We don’t refer to a solitary instance. ‘This potato can be depended upon for suck results every time if planted when the grewing season has arrived, and
medium, skin light fiesh color, shape like in illustration. They are periect | beauties, heavy yielders and sure yielders.
We have had much experience with this potato and are prepared to state that owing to their quick growth, escaping the drought, bugs, blight, ete., and extra yielding propensities, they ~make larger. average yields for the ordinary Potato grow- er than’ late varieties that oftentimes are left to take their chances against unfavorable influ- de a ences. This potato, strange to relate, keeps sound, solid and fresh late into the spring, equal to any late potato that we ever saw. f
Taking all the good qualities of this potato into consideration, is it not a money variety for the market and a variety that will be prized by all lovers oi early vegetables at home? There is nota more valuable variety in existence, in our estimation. It is worth its weight in gold for a start of seed.
The Potatoes begin Ere to form when the stalk fF oe == ee is only 4 or 5 inches A CROP SIX WEEKS FROM PLANTING. high. The tops and] THIS 1S NOTA FANCY PICTURE BUT AN ACTUAL REALITY. tubers grow rapidly. Lie, a : : ="?
They grow so rapidly Bz and mature so early that the potato bugs have lit- fle chance with them, making the crop, if planted early before the young bugs be- eome numerous. They yielded on the farm of the origi- mator in Ohio 420 bushels per acre. Next year 330 bush- els per acre, two years later overf 600 bus. per acre. He raised them fo: early, medium and late crop, claiming they ‘‘jill the bill’ bet-§ ter than any others. The originator says: *“Potatoes have been my favorite crop since Iwas a boy, aud [ al- ways.took great pleas- ure in seeing whai good. crops and large yieldsI could get, buthg mever did I see a nicer {a Potato; than . this. J ave raised a great
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3 Size for use-in 6 Weeks. Ri- gpen in 10 Weeks. Yield 420 Bus. Per Acre. Next Year 380
3 Bus. Per Acre. Two Years La- ster 600 Bus. Per Acre.
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fave raised them from seed, and got some very good ones, but none that came up to my idealof a perfect Potato until I originated this. Ihave now discarded all others, and raise this for early and main crop, for marke and home use. Tam fully convinced that I have at last produced the best early potato in cultivation, I think it combines more good qualities than any other variety in the world. ; I have given it a thorough trial, and it has proved itself superior to all other varieties.’’ In acareful comparative test with three other varities,
each of which have been claimed to be the earliest, the following results were obtained: All were planted May 2. Everitt’s Six-Weeks Market matured in 72 days; yield, 420 bushels per acre. Stray Beauty or Bliss Tri- umph matured in 87 days; yield, 189 bushels per acre. Charles Downing matured in 92 days; yield, 350 bushels per acre. Early Sunrise matured in 100 days; yield 878 bushels per acre.
This test Shows our Early Six-Weeks Market Potato to be fifteen days earlier than any of the above and far more productive.
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HOW THIS POTATO IS LIHRED BY ALL WHO GROW IT.
“The Like was Never Seen Before.”
We received a letter from our customer, John L. Saum, of Paulding County, Ohio, to the effect that he dug some Six-Weeks Market Potatoes forty days from planting. It occurred to _us that it would bea good idea to have a disinterested party dig and send us some potatoes from which to make a photo-engrav- ing for our catalogue. We wroteto him at once, and on August 25th we received the following letter:
Mr. J. A. Everitt:
DEAR Sir—I send you to-day by freight the product of forty hills of Six-Weeks Potatoes. They were dug last night and this morning and grew in forty-three
t days. They were grown from one-eye seed. have
just begun farming on my own land, and am not fixed yet for pushing a crop of early potatoes. These were covered with a breaking Pek and given very ordi- nary treatment. Think ean beat it next season. Several people who saw them were astonished. I ex- pectto exhibit at our county fair. ; (See engraving on page 104.) JOHN L. SAUM. -
We, the undersigned, do personally know the origi-
nator of EVERITT’S EARLY SIX-WEEKS MAR-
KET POTATO, and of our own knowledge know roduce potatoes fit for the table in six weeks from planting, and that they are solid
that this variety will
and mealy when boiled, and that they will mature in %2 days from planting. We considerthem the earliest potato in the world, andif justice is done them they will be placed at the head of the list as the earliest, finest table variety, and the cae cropper of any early variety. J. W. SHANKS, E. B. SMITH, R. BLAIR, V. WASHBURN, ELIZABETH ‘WASH- BURN, all of Athens County, Ohio. -
I planted afew of the Six-Weeks Mar- ket Potatoes last season.on black, sandy ; loam, without manure and raised at the rate of 395 bushels er acre of the nicest potatoes I ever saw. They will produce potatoes for market in six weeks, and mature in 72 days. The potato bugs have no chance whatever with them. They are the largest crop- per of all early kinds. ,
ELIZABETH WASHBURN, Athens County, Ohio.
The Everitt’s Early Six-Weeks Market Potato is the most wonderful variety in the world, and combines more good qualities than any other variety in cultiva- tion, This will surely be the gardeners’ favorite on account ofits earliness and other valuable qualities, The potatoes begin to set on almost as soon as the plants appear, and by the time the plants are as large as other early potatoes when tubers begin to set, these are ready for market, At six weeks from planting I have had them fit for table and as fine, solid’ and mealy as ripe tubers. They are not troubled with the potato beetle. JOHN WISE, Athens Co., Ohio.
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I know the originator of Everitt’s Early Six-Weeks -
Market Potato, and helped to dig his crop this season, and I think they are the earliest potato in cultivation
to-day. When the vines were about six inches high, .
lexamined them and found potatoes as large as part- ridge eggs, and at six weeks from planting were as largeas hen eggs. Will maturein 72 days and never rot. The yield was 389 bushels per acre, without ma- nure.. J. E. SHANKS, Athens Co., Ohio,
One pound Early Six-Weeks Market Potato yielded 147 pounds of fine, sound, smooth. tubers. Ripened in 75 days, and produced marketable potatoes in six
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Everitt’s Early Weeks Market Potato comes so early and brings such a good] price in market that few are saved for seed,
seed will always be moderately high.
weeks, as you claimed.’ Thisis the most valuable va- riety of potatoes ever introduced. ° R. TAYLOR, Ashland Co., Wis.
The Six-Weeks Market Potatoes take the cake. All the seeds I buy from J. A. Everitt beat the world. MRS. W. H. POWERS, Bradford Co.,-Pa.
T like the Six-Weeks Potatoes very much. -I divided with my neighbors. One of them says they are the best he ever saw.. They are excellent. keepers. They are first-class in every respect.
EE. HARTMAN, Sutton Co., W. Va.
The Early Six-Weeks Potatoes did well with me. I could sell a carload for seed here if I had them. JOHN -B. COCHRAN, Jefferson Co., Ohio.
You have gotit this time—I mean the best early and the earliest potato in existence. We had the Early Six-Weeks Market Potato large enough for the table in six weeks from planting. They outyielded all our other varieties. AUGUST BROENKNER, (Gardener), Allegan County, Mich. —
Ten dollars per bushel would not buy my Early Six- Weeks Market Potatoes if I could not replace them for less. They are the earliest of all, and a heavy yielder. I predict they will be universally grown by market gardeners for early, and those . gardeners who get them first will on handsome profits. JACOB R. STILLSON, Onondaga County, N. Y.
My Early Six-Weeks Potatoes’ have proved to be as early as you represented them, and a fine yielder, sound, smooth and best quality. They are very valu- able.. C. E. WARD, Sullivan Co., Ind.
The Early Six-Weeks Market Potato “was the best for yield and the earliest I _ had this season... They are one to two weeks earlier than the Early Ohio.
, N. NYEDAN, Marion Co., Ind.
Planted the Early Six-Weeks Market Potato May-3. They grew fine, and we had new potatoes cooked June 20. They are the earliest we ever saw.
DANIEL DONOVAN, Carroll County, Tenn.
Our Early Six-Weeks Market Patato produced over one hundred fine potatoes that made a bushel, meas- ured, They are the earliest to make market potatoes and earliest to mature ofanyleversaw. My cropis not for sale at any price. JOHN GILBERT, Meek Co., Va.
Twenty hills of Early Six-Weeks Market Potatoes yielded a heaped bushel. They bear out, your claims, for earliness, quality and productiveness. Thanks for calling my attention.to them.
EMIL LAURANCE, Worcester County, Mass.
_ I would give hundreds of dollars to control the grow- ing of the Early Six-Weeks Market Potato for this mar- ket, as they can be put on the market two weeks ahead of any other sort, which means hundreds of dollars profit to a large grower. '
W. HENRY MORRIS, Cuyahoga, Co., Ohio.
’ Tis now six weeks and five days sinceI planted the Six-Weeks Market Potatoes. They did nét sprout very quick, but they have nice, large tubers on them. Are the earliest potato for this climate Lever saw, Thank youa thousand times. C. L, RICEL, Armstrong Co., Pa.
Out 0f17 kinds of potatoes planted, your Early Six- W eeks Market was superior to all, both in quality, size and earliness. Ireally think they are thé best po- tato on earth, C. CARROLL, Pipestone Co. Mina.
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We have such a very large number of splendid testimonials for the Six-Weeks Potato, that we cannot ib] publish them all, but will set some in very small type to get more in the limited space.
girls read them tofather and mother if your eyes.are not
Let one of the boys or strong. If we would print all the good reports received
for this potato a catalogue of this size would not hold them.
Tt isthe best potato I ever saw, yields well, of good size, eooks up like balls of flour, and is delicious. I thank you for introducing so good a potato.
THOS. SINNOCK, Adams Co., 111.
Six-Weeks Potatoes have done wellfor me. Last season; when nearly all kinds dried up, they gave me a good crop 9 fine, large potatoes, nearly a full yield, and tubers large, with very few small ones; quality excellent, very early; also they were awarded first prize at our fair, where many kinds com- peted. J. W. BAKER, Bureau Co., Ill,
The Early Six-Weeks have done wellfor us. The only trou” ble is they come on first to eat, and we generally use them all up before others come. C. C.SHAW, Licking Co., QO.
The Early Six-Weeks are grand. We had fine potatoes in6 weeks from planting; dry and mealy as old potatoes, Harly Ohio came 3 weeks later. L.S. JOHNSON, Clearfield Co.,Pa.
You can not praise the Early Six-Weeks Market Potato too much. Gardeners should not think of doing without them. I dug 50 bushels off 44 acre, beginning six weeks from plant- ing, which averaged me 50c apeck. They are wonderful.
G. R. HIXON, Madison Co., Ill.
The Early Six-Weeks Market Potatoissplendid. Efindthem the best table potato I have had since the Peachblowrun out. GEO. G. COLTON, Sac Co., Ta.
I consider the Early Six-Weeks Market Potato the earliest and the best potato I have ever raised. G. SAMUEL McKAY, Tipton Co., Ind.
The Early Six-Weeks Market Potato did exceedingly well; raised at the rate of 400 bushels per acre; some weighed 134 pounds. We think the cooking quality better than the Barly Qhios, and they are earlier and better yielders.
S. HOFFMAN, Preble Co., O.
Am well pleased with the Early Six-Weeks Market Potato. It is the very finest quality for table, a good cropper, free from rot and bugs. A. E. SFUALEY, Knox C©o., Me.
The Early Six-Weeks Potatoes are allyou j elaim for them. They are very early and good yielders. Planted them the 19th of April and the last of June (6 weeks) they were ready to dig, and good size, too; no marbles.
A. FENTON, Monroe Co., N. Y. j The Early Six-Weeks Market is the best table potato in flavor I ever handled, and
yield in abundance. BENJ. GEMBERLING, Licking Co., 0. .
The Early Six-Weeks Market Potato excels all. The tub- | ers are larger, mature earlier, and in all respects are superior to others I have tried. B. P. JANNEY, D. C.
The Early Six-Weeks Market Potato did well in every re- spect. They are extra early, cook mealy, good yielders. of nice size, average 44 pound. The 8 pounds bought of you yielded over five heaping bushel baskets.
GEO. W. RICHARDSON, Morrison Co., Minn.
Those Six-Weeks Market Potatoes are true to your state- ment. In just 6 weeks from planting dug good-sized pota- toes. E. W. ANTHONY, Houghton Co., Mich.
They are the best early potatoes, taking yield, size and qual- ity into account, of any potato I haye ever tested, and have tried nearly every Kind I-could hear of.
W.H. MILLER, Winnebago Co., Ill.
The Six-Weeks Market Potato made 50 bushels more per acre than the Ohio, our standard potato; am well pleased with them.. J.M. G. WATT, Douglas Co., Kas. CAUTION Since we introduced our renowned Early
* Six-Weeks Market Potatoes some other parties have offered Potatoes under various names, ‘© Early Market,’ ‘‘ Five-Weeks Potatoes,’’ ‘‘45-Day Pota- to,” etc., or attached their name toit. Some of them use our description of Early Six-Weeks, others claim their potato is as good as our Six Weeks. We wish it distinetly understood that we named and introduced
this unequalled variety, and are headquarters for the genuine seed.
We Do Not Give Complete Address with
Testimonials, as this would Direct Trade to Our Customers of Former Years, to Our Serious Loss of Trade.
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IT am well pleased with the Six-Weeks Potato. If 1 was gardening I would surely buy seeds of you. ; P. E. GENOWRY, Mo.
One peck of Six-Weeks Potatoes yielded 1614 bushels of as fine potatoes asl eversaw. There is nothing in this section to come up to them, and they are ready sale at $3.00 per bush- el.. I dug them the 16th of June. ; |
JOHN F. GRENVILLE, Niagara Co., N; Y.
From 19 pounds Six-Weeks Potatoes I raised 12 bushels of fine potatoes, at the rate of 165 bushels peracre ; planted 3x34 feet, 2eyesina hill. Welikethem much as an early market sort. J. C. ZIMMERMAN, Col. Co., O.
‘Six-Weeks Potatoes done very well. All theseedsfrom you did well. C. L. FOSTER, Knox Co., Mo.
Six-Weeks Market potatoes are very early and good yielders. I took them to Portage County Fair and received first prem- ium for best early potatoes. CHRIS. HECKER, Columbia Co., Wis.
I think the Early Six-Weeks Market Potato is the finest early potato Lever saw. C.C. WEBER, Franklin Co., O.
The first year we planted the Six-Weeks Potatoes we had them large enough to use in 6 weeks from the planting. I planted these again the same yearin July, and raised a second crop. A friend to whom I gavesome says they are 10 days earlier than any ofher potato he ever tried. They are easiiy dug and have few small ones. They also can be kept longer without their vitality being weakened by sprouting. I kept some until July 9th, and the sprouts were only about linch long. We thank you for introducing this new variety,
JOHN D. SAUM, Paulding Co., 0.
The Early Six-Weeks Potatoes are all you claim for them.
We had them in just seven weeks from planting: They were
larger than a hen’segg at that time. GEO. HAMILTON, Burean Co., Tl.
Early Six-Weeks Potatoes have done very well, considering our heavy clay soil. Much - better than the Early Ohio, which before was our best early potato. JOHN LAWSON, Richland Co., 0.
. Isold Six-Weeks Market in June, planted in April, at 6¢ per pound. I am well pleased with them. H. 8. BROWN, Pennington County, S. Dak. Early Six-Weeks Potatoes are early, good yielders and the quality is first-class. ENOCH BALD, Grant Co., Ind. Early Six-Weeks Potatoes are very early and of excellent quality. I have none for sale at any price, as I will plant all. I consider them the best and earliest potato in our locality. JAMES HUGHLY, Alle. Co., Pa. Barly Six-Weeks are all you claimforthem. They are very early and good yielders. Planted 3dof May, the 20th of June were ready to dig. They are the best potato on earth. CHAS. T. WALTZ, Lycoming Co., Pa. Our County Fair has just closed, and I must tell you what they done with the Six-Weeks Potato. I took all the prem- iums (two) in competition with many of the leading new kinds, and all fine at that. They were popular at our fair. J. W. BAKER, Bureau Co., Ill. The Early Six-Weeks did fineand were fit to use two weeks before the Early Ohios. W. A. TROP, Highland Co., O.
If space would allow we could print 500 testimonials like the above, all endorsing our clavms for the Great Everitt’s
Early Six- Weeks Market Potato. PRICE Everybody knows that all Potatoes are ' very highthis season. The SIX-WEEKS MARKET could be sold on the market any time last summer, when matured, at $1.00 to $1.50 per bushel, hence don’t be surprised at the high price for seed. You better pay a good big price for Genuine Six-Weeks than plant other kinds. Postpaid, 1 Ib. 25c, 41bs. 75c. By Freight or Ex- press, 14 bu. 50c, 4% bu. $1.00, 1 bu. $2.00, 1 bbl $5.00. Larger quantities at $1.75 per bu.
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ON’T RISK your crops on doubtful store seeds
that may have been in Texas last year and Maine the year before—that may have been scorched in one store and stored in a damp cellar in another. They may be veritable tramp seeds, not able to find a resting- place: heretofore, and which will cause you trouble and loss if you take them into your garden. Plant the O. K. SEEDS, and your crops will be O. K. Every Postoffice a branch store, where you can obtain the O. K. SEEDS.
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I ———y — Every Potato Grower knows the good old Early Ohio, LA ee ee which, next to the Early Rose, has been the most im- ef > = bee —_Z porey variety of Potato cultivated in recent years. Te. eat eS eo early every grower also has suffered by blight of hls eae 9 sit POtatoes, hence the grand triumph of producing a light Proof Early Ohio Potato by a Michigan grower, through the means of his wonderful discovery in Hy- bridization apparently contrary to all known laws, will -=¥q be good news to the entire country. He says:
“This is the only one of the Ohio seedlings that is Blight Proof, and will grow and mature a pro- fitable crop of early potatoes in defiance of ordi- nary laws and the most severe droughts. We of- fer the seed with this guarantee. This wonderful new potato retains all the strong points of the Early Ohio, shape, quality, etc., skin a deeper color, and the heaviest yrelder of any early potato whatever. During droughts any season the Blight Proof Ohio matured the same date of the Early Michigan, Early Harvest and Early Ohio, producing more than double the market- able tubers of any. The Bliss Triumph, Howes Prem- ium and Extra Early Pink Eye producing only one- third the marketable tubers of Blight Proof Ohio.”
This Blight Proof Ohio can be cut to one eye and hills crowded in drills to secure heavy yields, and will grow on any soil where potatoes are grown, ready to eat as soon as the Early Ohio, although a few days later inmaturing. Note affidavits below, than any of whom, no more honorable citizens can be found.
‘“We enjoyed an hour Thursday in a field of Blight Proof Early Ohio Potatoes in getting a little insight into the work of aspecialist in this line. The object
{aS 0. Ria a of our visit was to inspect this potato. We find it to | COMPARISON OF BLIG OF O} O AND ORDINARY } Possess all the fine qualities of the Early Ohio, but it is
AEA much hardier, and flourishes a luxurious growth of ee UADER SAME CONDITIONS. } vines in spite of the drought, while side by side with
/ ™ it under same conditions the ordinary Early Ohio is
entirely dead. The new potato is smooth, and will To whom it may concern: This is to certify that I | prove a favorite with the farmer and gardener as a ‘worked in the above seed fields during the growth of | table and market variety.” Pub————— Mich. _ ‘the crops, doing a good share of the culti- _ ‘vation, and know the conditions to have been the same, and the superiority of the growth of the Blight Proof Ohio is not ex-]. aggerabed by the photograph of same, thelg@,. * ‘difference being readily seen at a distance PAs of 40 rods. J.E.PENDILL, Mich. [QRZ To whomit may concern: This is to certify |éig-tecssa. 93 ‘that I helped plant the potatoes in above [Y views, and know the conditions of seed and [33> soil to have been the same, and that the superiority of the Blight Proof Ohio is fully as great as the photographs indicate, W. D. LACKEY, Mich.
I hereby certify that the above illustrations were copied from the ae photographs as Qi JSaithfully as it was possible for the artist to fol- \#e= low them; that the original photographs are in
_ my possession, also the full addresses of the par- ties whose names are attached to the above re- & ports. J. A. EVERITT, Seedsman.
We introduced the Blight Proof Early Ohio Potato last season, charging $10.00 per bushel and other quantities in proportion, | for seed. Notwithstanding the fact that § we sold them under a guarantee to be Blight Proof and to Produce a Good and Profitable Crop of Early Potatoes, even if the most severe droughts prevail, there has not been one report of blight
= customer, as far as we have heard, Ve eh ae = realized a satisfactory crop. We give the |4Z%“ me MT AL PE De Rel ath Gey Same guarantee this year. [abv it Mv a fi Sw ath : J ; SLE a baa AT a 7 ae — — — 7, \ ie y —— Price, 1 lb. 40c, 4 Ibs. $1.00, by mail. | =~ = Pw YW) a y ee a
ae. Sio0. 1 toe Riera aie 4 | TEST = PLOT, SHOWING "COMPARISON OF BLIGHT ATTACKS. In considering how much you can afford to pay for a start of the seed of this Potato,
please consider what you are liable to lose by blight and drought if you continue grow-
ing the old Ohio. A small quantity of seed this year at a high price will give you
plenty of seed next year. Much cheaper than to buy at our prices next year. (99)
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eu rthy Year of Our Famous
The WHITE MouNTAIN isin season medium late and suited formain crop. The tubersare of medium to large size. Wesay, practically no smallones or sortings. Eyes even with sur- face, or slightly bulged above, which of itself , is agood indication of a strong grower. Skin white with rich yellowish creamy cast, and considerably ruffled or netted. Experieiced #illl growers know that a potato with skin like Wi this possesses superior cooking qualities, ' The flesh is as white as SLOW and cooks dry” and mealy. The plant is a vigorous grower, and if protected from bugs will carry the tubers through to a perfect and bountiful The tubers set close about the base of the plant and turn out clean at first effort.
This potato will astonish old potato growers in its yields and fine qualities and every per-
WHITE JNOUNTAIN.
A Fit Successor to Our Great GREEN MOUNTAIN INTRODUCED is3sse. 3
IFTEEN years ago we introduced the great GREEN- MOUNTAIN POTATO, which has been famous ever since, Famous for beauty, great productiveness and the superb cooking qualities loved by all users of this popular food. Probably no other potato is more generally grown at the present time than the Green
Mountain, and although it has served the public these many years it still retains its original vigor to a great de-
many years to come.
We want to call the attention of all the friends of the Green Mountain and others who are seeking for the best results in their potato crop, to our latest, newest and best variety, THE WHITE MOUNTAIN. A variety that is not excelled for handsome form, color and good cooking qualities and absolutely unapproached in yield, not excepting such well known favorites as Green Mountain, Rural New Yorker, Carmaus, ete.
In proof of our assertion we offer
testimonials, below, from some well known people, which should carry deep
W.B. Hall's ,yield was 213 bus. per acre... Next best was 167 bus.
Almost 50 per. cent gained by planting White Mountain.
son who is ambitious to make the most money out of his crop can not afford to let this year pass without obtain:
ing seed of the.New White Mountain.
_ I find, after testing the White Mountain Potato, both for yield and quality, that it has great merit. They are the talk of this country around who have seenthem. It’s a distinct new variety. It’s the strongest prower J ever seen; growing away from blight and bugs and makesa crop when others fail. Cc. 8S. C., Huron Co., O.
_ Isend youthe following result of tests of 4 varieties
_ of potatoes, all planted May 28, all harvested September 27. The yield is givenat rate per acre. Allhad exactly the same treatment: Carman No. 3, 1382/4 bus.; May-
flower, 1274% bus.; Seneca Beauty, 167 bus.; White Mountain, 243 bus. W. B. H., Huron Co., O.
_ Weare not able to give avery favorable report of our _ test of potatoes for this year, owing to the very unfavor- able weather. The White Mountain you will find in } the list below. We will say, that as far as our test goes,
your variety is promising. The tubers are uniform iu
_ size, regular in shape, and do not show a tendency to
become prongy. On the whole, I think that itis a pro- -Mising variety. The 1898 tests follow. The yields are
per acre: .«-
ITV SUPCTANMIOL OD en. osacuessjeseseaseecze 126 Bus. BST, NM LEU INN anos cosh coi. vs ak aheosn tale 1 ek AION. MLL CIM NL D apccstricansh vecesnesagcaess Ths Neel Rural New Yorker. om tel Oe pe SURYA HIS tire teats Ve tencsscesteaot cose cies 124 <6 BRE VEECOSO Mg et nats Soc, bodies sess olies sods ohooh 115, Maule’s Early Thoroughbred............ 105 ‘ MU TENNER TISIV ON, ct cote cece ys thes oases gesna-- cies 149 <«§ VOC ae, estas oe teen ee tienen ienacees ties 1 PAC White Mountain... 03) fois 158 *
ote W. J. GREEN, Horticulturist of Ohio Agr. Experiment Station.
_ The White Mountain Potato was planted May 3, and dug September 10. It made a very large, vigorous growth, with thick stalk and stocky vines. The tubers _ Were very compact in the hills and all large—no small
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Ones at all. There was no record kept of the yields. ¥F am very much pleased with the potato. There were 31_ other’ varieties, mostly new, planted in the field, and none made a better showing or pleased me better than
the White Mountain. This was one of the 52 varieties. I showed at Wisconson and Illinois State Fairs and it
attracted much attention. L. L. O.,-Rock Co.; Wis.
My trial of the White Mountain Potato was very satisfactory. The6 tubers yielded me 4 bushels, with. very common care and planted in the ordinary way. The quality is very fine. They have great merit and a great acquisition for potato growers.
Ss. J. A., Lorain Co., O.
The White Mountain Potato proved to be a very vigorous grower, produced smooth tubers of uniform size, While in yieldand appearance compare very favor-- ably with Rurals and Carmans.
DENNIS, D. R., Huron Co,, Ov.
Mr. B.. who had in chargesthe test of White Moun- tain Potato, is in New York. The writer, however, saw the crop harvested. It was fine and of good qual- ity. This variety was one of the largest yielders out of several varieties tested. G, B. & Co,,
(Per Lawson, Rochester, N. Y.}
Our 1901 crop was unfortunately very short on account of the drought and we will not guarantee that we can fill all orders, also as a consequence, we must ho!d the price high. ‘Lhis potato, however, is so valuable that = oe who have not obtained seed should not put it off
onger.
Price, tlb. 25c, 41bs. Y5e, by mail. By freight or express, 144 bn. 50c, 4 bu. 90c, 1 bu. $1.75, per bbl. $4.50. While our supply lasts we will sell in lots of 5 bushels or more at %1.50 per bushel and furnish package for shipping. This price subject to revision if market compels it. Packages fur- nished free.
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A superior medium early variety. This potato is noted for a heavy yield of medium sized tubers just for a critical market, and suits the exacting housekeeper who wants neither small nor extra large tubers. T should be given good ground and clean cultivation, when they will turn out a great crop of beautiful potatoes
of smooth shape and handsome appearance, as
shown in the illustration.
We know of no other variety that will
equal them for number of marketable tubers or weight to the hill. Each hill is a veritable silver hill. Shape
round to oblong; eyes even with surface; skin white, flesh white. They are equal to the best in table qualities,
M™, New POTATO
and we unreservedly recommend the Silver Hill Potato to our customers and predict for it popu- larity equal to our famous Green Mountain, White Mountain and Six Weeks’ Market. Potato growers will gain nothing by wait- C ing until a future season to a get this potato, but they will lose all the benefits resullt- ing fromthegrowth of sucha splendid and profitable sort. Read some reports received from our introductory effort on the Sil- i ver Hill Potato.
My 4% pound of Silver Hill Potatoes produced in all 32 potatoes weighing 14 pounds. There was only one ortwo small enes. Up-To-Date is or ought to be the farmer’s guide, as well as friend,
W. C. WARREN, Clipper, Ky.
I reeeived two Silver Hill Potatoes from you. Their weight was5oz. Planted them on 25th of April and 16 came up in ten daysfrom planting. Did not cultivate: kept grass and weeds pniled out with the hand. Dug them on the 10th of August, after vines had died, and got 66 potatoes which weighed 25 pounds.
R. H. QUERY, Oran, Mo.
I consider the Silver Hill Potato did remarkably well.
om 4% pound I raised 30 pounds, all marketable. I think it is the best potate I have ever raised.
W. T. STINNETT, Madisonville, Ky.
The corn did fine but was injured by a wind and hail storm. The melons were very nice, and we have about one-third of a bushel of fine potatoes from the one you sent. DORA VY. GALBRATH, Patterson, Ia.
Silver Hill Potatoes yielded 103 potatoes weighing 164% pounds. Yard J.ong Corn yielded 4 bushels, some of the ears measuring 13 inches. Eureka Watermelon and Garden Treasures all right.
A. LUKE ROOLS, Box 73, Marion, Ill.
I dug 44 bushel of potatoes from the half pound you sent. The Yard Long Corn did well and the Eureka Watermelon was the sweetest we raised on our place. Everyone that ate them said they were the best melon they everate. MRS. WM. DEPEW, Boone, Okla. Ter.
From the 4% pound of Silver Hill Potatoes you sent I had 15 pounds. They are fine; will save them for
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From two Silver Hill Potatoes you sent me I raised
4 bushel of fine potatoes. They are as good as I want.
My Yard Long Corn is good; raised nearly 2 bushels. HIRAM JONES, Soldier, Ky.
I received one Silver Hill Potato and got 102 potatoes
weighing 3434 pounds. The Yard Long Corn did well. x E. L. GRIUST, Fishertown, Pa.
I had eight hills of Silver Hill Potatoes and got 48 po- tatoes weighing 19 pounds. Only six that would not do for market. How is that for 0. K. Seeds? They are just fine; am going to save all for seed.
MRS. VOHS, Nevada, Mo.
The bushel of Early Six Weeks Potatoes yielded 38 bushels all told. The Yard Long Corn, 400 ears. The Silver Hill Potatoes, 4% pound made 114% pounds The watermelons were excellent and did well. Ihave no
complaint to make on any of the seed that Ireceived | from you and would advise all that want good, reliable ©
seed to send to J. A. Everitt. JASPER WRIGHT, Van Wert, O.
I received 7 ozs. of Silver Hill Potatoes from you which I planted with my other truck and when dug in September measured a full peck, which I consider a wonderful yield. C. WILBER, Dayton, Tenn.
In my neighborhood I am known as a potato crank; at least so my wife says, and she knows. the mention of the Silver Hill included in the pre- mium offer with Up-To-Date, I wanted it. The paper was a surprise to me, as I soon found my first number of wore value than the entire cost, and its visits afford
me many hours of pleasure and profit. Of the potatoes —
I was as proud as a boy with his first pants. I planted
them; they grew nicely; butlo! partof them blighted; | yet I dug 1144 pounds, or at the rate of 230 bushels per | acre. I believe it will be vatuable; the cooking quali- | ties are O. K, All your seeds gave great satisfaction.
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Last year was a season of failure or shortage in many
We expect we can use more stock if we can get it of guaranteed quality, How much;
Peas, etc., were very short. therefore please write to us if you have any of the varieties that we catalogue to ojfer. state price and send sample. (102) J. A. EVERITT,
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GREEN MOUNTAIN,
Although introduced more than 10 yearsago, | this Potato still holds a high place in the es- teem of potato growers. We have many calls each year irom our old customers for new seed, while others who have never grown’ it con- clude to begin, which is a wise conclusion.
Its handsome form, white skin and large size recommend it everywhere. The flesh is white and fine-grained, cooks dry and mealy and is of superior flavor. For the table it truly has no superior. This is the case when first dug and it retains its good cooking qualities and keeps sound and perfect until the new crop comes again. Asa variety to keep for late spring use, it has no equal. Vines grow vigorously, foliage deep green, the tubers grow compactly in the hill, whichis completely crowded with fine, large pctatoes. They ripen in August if planted in April, and in the important matter of pro- ductiveness they are perfectly marvelous. This quality, com- bined, as it is, with fine appear- ance and good table qualities, makes theGreen Mountain one of the most valuable late varie- ties in the country. Togrowers who supply private families we recommend this potato. Itnet | only satisfies, butcan be sold for | an extra price. Read sume -re- ports: y eet
The Green Mountain Potato | surprised everybody in this sec- | tion of country, They yield | about double our other kinds | and are just right for fancy city | trade. Bankers and merchants
The Greatest Vield ever made by any Potato—at the rate of .
41,3913 Bushels
per acre—was grown of our Green Mountain Potato by the Editor of the Rural News
2 The Greatest Price ever =F ZY paid for any Potato we paid { for this—viz., 3
: $200 per Barrel. are having me fill their cellars at
Itis still in the front ranksg Bee 10¢ to 2 “Sele ; = and held in high esteem by Zz eAt Weer ait other: for east == farmers in America andgZ Z crop until the Green Mountain
<= Hurope. : runs out, then I hope you — will have another to take its place. S. E. GARBER, ; Hamilton Co.,O.
The Green Mountain | Potato is the best for the farmer, for market and for the table I ever saw. My neighbor, W. Glad-
Z nell, had a patch about # 40x 100 feet and the hills were alive with potatoes. The yield was-at, least | 100 bushels from this small piece of ground. The people here never be- fore saw such potatoes and bought them for seed as fast as dug. CHAS. MONTGOMERY, Len Marion Co., Ind. Zan The Green Mountain Potato is | Se" the best I ever tried, and it is the most = _ profitable for the farmer to grow. Allen Avery dug my potatoes and he says they are the best he ever dug.’ SABISKI RUTTER, Marion Co., Ind:
ut ain is the best and most profitable po- | From the % Ib. of Green Mountain Potatoes T raised 61 lbs. | tate T Sen ee 250 bushels ‘mi one acre and | They are fine, large potatoes, For wield ae ours anything | sold them all for seed to my neighbors at an extra price. IT ever saw. ‘They are solid, fine quality “aes i ps 4" b 4 PARKER BROWN, Marion Co., Ind. A. BYERS, itesides Co., Ill. . Green Mountain Potatoes I raised 39 Ibs. of
7 aw a potato that pleased me so well in all From 234 0zs = C genuine ef heGven Mountains I will plant 50 busheis | fine potatoes. I think I could have raised 59 pounds, but I
f x : B) 4 ri ., ind. let one of my boys have 5 eyes, which he planted where it -of them-next year, J. E. ISENHOWER, Marion Co., In ae ne 9 Bet. S nave EO HRTER, Clarion Co-Pas
From the 4 Ib. Green Meuntain Potato I raised 62 pounds, I consider the Green Mountain Potato did remarkably w ell” ‘They are fine, la rge potatoes. ‘ bck SO erat weighed 9 lbs. considering our poor season, 1 eut the see iin ten picees wie Zam exceedingly well pleased Vo HUBER, Union Co., Pa they grew nicely and produced 35 lbs. of potatoes, al! market-
st cael Manet able. They area more vigorous grower than the Burbank and
Phe Green Mountains are the finest potatoes I ever saw. | hold their foliage better than the Blush, which is the most so 2 yveizh 2 Ibs. apiece. My neighbors thought I | of any kind tried heretofore. They are a variety of great So ahsto bag the pORLORE: Now f tell them they ean | promise. W. H. MORRIS, Adams Co., Til.
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| . CARMAN No. 3. Price, 1 1b. 25c¢, 4 Ibs. 65c, 14 bu. 50c, bu. $1.50, 1 A Seedling from Bec miee, and a distinct variety | bbl. $4.90, lots of 5 bus. or more at $1.35 per bu. and New Type of Potatoes. :
| One of the best of Mr. Carman’s productions, and of HYBRIDIZED POTATO SEED.
| Cong ; Te ‘e of offering a very choice strain of
its class (a late potato) he says ‘‘it isthe greatest of all.’? We have the pleasure 0 e strail
They ie cabs 2) etary thrifty growth and enormous Potato Seed—t eenreguce ae numerous hybridizations ae of handsome, perfect tubers. The skin is white, | between many of the tig Hon. raved
esh white and fine-grained. They cook to perfection. and old Meta gt rer cu ohe aad
They never grow prougy, but produce beautiful, shape- G ML eae Gh Sox S, baer! © weet i ly, bulky potatoes, the pride of every grower, dealer, ba slaty 18 ‘ VOT eresting
Shipper or cook who handles them. — They produce ape eats Or old or vooue
'searcely any small, unmarketable tubers at all. The There is the y 1¢ a panee. 0 if- vines grow toa wonderful size, the stalks being as large pcs TTL COLOL yy ope an one WY Pre around asa man’s finger, with long, pp eran branches, | eral ¢ aracteristics between 18 Seed Balls.
The vines form a dense mat over the ground and serve different seedlings; every one is G Rae on $a mulch as well as a thick covering of straw. If| More or less unlike every other. Great ate Le anted early and the spring is showery, they will soon | Teady attended the attempts to improve t ye lua 4 roduce so many vines as to defy later summer droughts, aa na i an t
Heme of the originator’s claims ave as follows: : Prati Hot
‘1. Itis the handsomest large potato produced. ye ve ny ihn
2. It will outyield any other potato. Eh He ee tite
'3. Practically every potato of marketable size. i 4 Y rh } ch wen
4, Its table qualities are fully up to the highest stand- De ich w 1a
-ard. It has no hollow heart nor hard or dark spots. ae a oe ‘a
_ An investment of seed of this potato will pay a boun- ck, poeta, to.
tiful dividend. e fortunate Price, by mail, postpaid, 1 Ib. 25c, 4 Ibs. 75e. growers. and.
| By freight or express, 14 bu. 50c, bu. $1.50, bbl. i delete toned | $4.00, in lots of 5 bus. or more at $1.40 per bu. timable value
EARLY OHIO. to the world.
, Weare always.
One of the most popular extra early sorts. Very val- in the market
| wable for market gardeners on account of its extreme | to purehase
; earliness; also for fall and early winter use. It does not valuable new
keep well late in the spring. Growth good size, quality varieties, ang
‘excellent. Very productive for so early a potato. We will pay #50
sell large quantities of this variety. cash for one
Price, 1 lb. 25c, 4 lbs. 75e, 14 bu. 50e, bu. $1.50, bushel of @ bbl. $4.00, lots of 5 bus. or more at $1.40 per bu.
variety that
EARLY ROSE, we consider
This was originally the grandest potato ever intro- good enough duced, but it has lost much. of its original.vigor and to introduce. Vitality, until now itis grown to a very limited extent; Di A aS Price, 1 lb. 25c, 4 Ibs. 65e,14 bu. 50c, bu. $1.50, irections for bbl. $4.00, lots of 5 bus. or more at &1.35 per bu, planting, cul-
BEAUTY OF HEBRON: Pett sf A popular early variety, largely-grown and found on f Pes an OD. each pkt. all markets. ~ Excellent table qualities; slightly earlier hg Meee Mees ce Price, pkt. ete EN : ‘ , > X than the Early Rose. Beauty of Hebron Potato hasbeen | A good crop of Potatoes foi seed
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cultivated for many years and has lost some of its orig-| more on the variety used for Seead|15¢, * for | inalvigor. Wé advise achange to some of our newsorts. | than on any and all other conditions. | 25c,5for50¢
INVINCIBLE POTATO PLANTER.
A winner, tried and proven. With this machine you plant 6:acres ‘in a day of 10 hours, with 4,800 hills to the acre, or over 3,000 hills per ‘hour. With any other planter about. 3 acres is a day’s work.
The above claim is a big one, but the truth of it has been demon- strated by thousands of users. All we ask is: a test of this planter / With any or all others. It will win out every time by a big margin,
use the sharp jaw of the ‘‘ Invincible’’ is more easily forced into
e ground than the widespreading V jaw. The “Invincible” enters
‘aseasily asaspade. Other planters have footsteps because they are ‘usually needed to force the planter into the ground. The “ Invinci- ble” does not need a footstep, but we put one on merely to save talk ith those who think one necessary. It is reversible and can be used Hight or left. As the “Invincible” does not need a footstep, any bright user will soon remove it and thereby save carrying and lifting 2% ounces at.each and every hil}, or-750 pounds to each acre, or 4,500
' pounds on each day’s work of 6 acres. _ The seed is in plain view when dropped through the sleeve of the “Invincible,” consequently it cannot clog and fail to plant without _ beinginstantly noticed. A}l other sleeve planters sometimes clog and: it cannot be discovered until many hills have been passed and it is no- ticed the planteris getting heavy, whenitis necessary to empty out the seed, count the pieces and plant over again the’same number of hills.
The handle of the “Invincible” is adjustable, so as to suit the
height of the user. Notice how the handle is hung. “It is placed for- ward of the center of the stick and is directly over the lower point of the planter. When this planter is picked out of the ground it naturally
W ngs forward into exactly the right position for the next thrust. The handles on all other planters are imperfectly hung and point to e rear when pulled from the ground and require a special muscular effort of the. arm to bring them into correct position at each hill.’
A necessity with every, up-to-date potato grower.
Prive, each, 81.35, per doz, &12.00. hg
HANDY POTATO SEED CARRIER. Every usér of our
“Invincible ’?. Potato Planter needs a suitable seed carriers also every
‘person who plants, the old way. You cannot fully appreciate it
| Bntil you use it, but we assure yon it is O. K. Include one in your ' order. Each, 50c, per doz. $4,900. f , ‘
“AGENTS. After you haye one‘of our “ Invincible ” Potato Plant- .
| efs'in tse, your iéighbors will want them also. Therefore we quote. yon wholesale price of $1200 fea dozen ; half dozen at sime rate. * You’ ‘should chatge $1.50 €ach, as the*purchaser will have no freight to pay. be (2065) .
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SEED SWEET POTATOES 3€ o-K: see
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We make a specialty of the genuine Jersey GS Dii/7 where.
own Sweet Potatoes for seed. Our seed is eare- fully dur andled and stored. In shipping, we use @xtre_ie eare in packing only sound tubers, yet considering «he perishable nature of Sweet Potatoes, we cannot guarantee their condition on delivery. We will book orders at any time for future delivery. Pleasc specify when ordering the date you want them shipped, otherwise will ship when bedding timc arrives. : ;
Parties desiring instructions on growing this =, crop successfully are advised to send $1.00 for /%, /// pamphlet by Bryan Tyson, a contributor to Up- ; to-Datc Farming and Gard ning, which gives ¢A valuable advice on planting, cultivating, harvest- § ing, marketing and storing. ;
We deo not advise shipments to remote points B unless to gu by express, when you must take into consideration that the charges will be high. We offer this caution so our customers may not be disappointed. Prices are subjectto change.
EARLY YELLOW JERS#Y—This isthe fine } old favorite. 1.: spite of many new varieties that } . at various times have been exploited and recom- mended as superior to this variety, it still holds first place with the majority of growers, dealers and consumers. For earliness and productive- ness unexcelled. Grows largesize, short, chunky shape and of best quality. Every person who knows Sweet Potatoes picks this style when they §. come on the table. Price, veck 40c, % bu. [7 — : : Y5e, bu. $1.40, per bbl. $3.50. aoe, ae
YE:.LOW NANSEMOND—Next tothe above, prob-| RED JERSEY—Similar in shape to Early Yellow ably the most popular kind. They are quite similar to | Jersey, but red color. The meat is yellow. This:is the the Early Yellow Jersey, but average longer. Price | best of the red sorts. Price, peck 50c, 14 bu. 80c, bu. same as Early Yellow Jersey. $1.50, per bbl. $4.25.
In planting season we will have other varieties and will be pleased to quote them on application.
GREAT 50 cents Buys $1.00 Worth of O. K. Packet Seeds.
BARGAIN, »* * 2444 4 4
Send Us a Few of Your Neighbors’ Orders Also on this Bargain.
&<-VEGETABLE PLANTS-—~<=
Our plants are carefully grown. Will be packed lightly and shipped fresh from the beds. They canonly be §
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shipped by express, at purchaser’s expense, except as quoted by mail, when we prepay the postage. We will sell —
500 at the 1090 rate.
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CABBAGE, EARLY—Ready April 10. Standard! pyppER PLANTS—Ready May 1. Standard varie 9
early varieties, grown in hot bed. By mail, doz. 20c, 50 50c, 100 75c. By express, 100 50c, 1,000) $4.00. é Bs TOMATO PLANTS—Ready May 1. Standard vari-— CABBAGE, LATE—Ready May 15. Standard late| eties. By mail, doz. 25¢, 50 60¢, 100 $1.00. By varieties. By mail, doz. 20c, 50 50c, 100 75c. By express, 100. 50c, 1,000 $4.00. Our tomato plants express, 100 40c, 1,000 $2.50. s are transplanted and stocky. CAULIFLOWER—Ready April 1 to July 1. Stan-| sSwEET POTATO PLANTS—Ready May 1. - Stan- dard varieties. By mail, doz. 25c, 50 75c, 100) dard varieties. By mail, doz. 20c, 50 30c¢, 100 50c.
ties. By mail, doz. 20c, 50 60c, 100 $1.00. By ex- press, 100 75c. r
$1.25., By express, 100 $1.00, 1000 37.00. By express, 100 30c, 1,000 $2.00. Write us for
CELERY PLANTS—Ready Mayland later. Stan- | quantities.
dard varieties. Doz. 20c, 50 50c,160 75c. By ox- ere press, 100 50¢, 1,000 $4.00. After June 10, $3.00 wens ROOTS —See specialties, also general per 1,000. aS.
EGG PLANTS—Ready May 1. Standard varieties. RO rea ee Ey, moet, tom an
: = = 190 $1.00. By express, 100 75c. a . 2 . * 100 LOO) 0G N00. SE.25. By Oxpress, | « ASPARAGUS ROOTS—Seegeneral list
ONION SETS. “te chense. e to Ghange. WHITE BOTTO M—Bottom onion sets are the kind POTATO ONION SETS—These are the small onions
commonlyin use. They are produced from seed sown : . thickly the year before. They are planted in nearly produced from: the Potato Oita ae a. oe
every garden for the early onions so much prized. Py | duce the large or parentonion. They make very early . mail, quart 35¢, 4 quarts $1.00. By freight or | onionsfor use. By mail, qt. 35c, 4 qts. $1.00. By
express, deduct 10¢c per quart from mail prices. : “ & Peck, $1.00, bu. 83.00. freight or express, dcduct 10c per qt. from ie
YELLOW BOTTOM—By mail, qt. 35c, 4 qts. | prices. Peck 91.00, bu, 93.50. Rs . $1.00. By freight or express, deduct 10c per qt.| WHITE MULTIPLIER ONION SETS—Of a pure
from mail prices. Peck 75ce, bu. $2.50. silvery white color, enormously productive, frequently _
RED BOTTOM—Same price as Yellow. xis psig as many as_twenty bulbc in a singlo cluster POTATO ONIONS—Very mild flavor. Preferred by | from one bulb planted; of excellent quali i ssize_
some ple. By mail, qt. 35c, 4 gts. $1.00. By | for bunching; very Carly. By mail, qt. qts.
ite ; 1.00. By freight or express, deduct 10c per qt. — from mail prices. Peck 25, bu. 84.00. ine (106)
fre or express deduct 10cper qt. Peck $1.00 te eo om ;
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ELECTRIC ‘Sprayer
y PY ‘ No careful farmer will abandon his crops when they are goco > fy OFF the nearly made, but he will purchase an ELECTRIC Rf EARTH
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For better things, in years to come,
oD 2 & & = A high authority estimates that &, y/ a Pe $300,000,000 worth of cropsare 4// fm sy eV, Sa .
destroyed in the U. S. each year
Only a small part of this loss & would result, if some safe, » cheap, simple and effective Af machine was available to 2¥ ¥/ apply the remedies. 8'f
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Your crops cost you much to plant and cultivate, Will you now leave them for myriads of insects to destroy ?
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SPRAYER and quickly and easily drive all the bugs, worms and insects off the earth. All other machines have their objections. This is perfection. Perfection in Quantity and Quality of Work, as well as the Ease and Economy of doing it. Read this Catalogue carefully, yet all that we say for this remarkable little machine will not V4 convince you so completely as the machine itself.
m ; There are similar machines on the market, but none x Do You like an Easy Way |} other that will do all your work. Read on and you will to do a Disagreeable Job?] see. Killingthe bugs by the old ways is about the most ~ “ disagreeable job on the farm and is oftentimes neglected.
With the Electric Bug Exterminator, however, all this is changed. It now becomes one of : the preferred jobs, an easy and pleasant task. Boys will think it fun to go out and kill the bugs
With this machine. All the hard work is removed, as the machine weighs only a pound and about a pound
more when filled ready for use. Contrast this with the old sprinkling can, bucket or even Knapsack sprayer. Truly a revolution has been worked, ;
Any liquid poison can be used in the Electric Bug Exterminator. The popular poison is Paris Green. The operation is so exceedingly simple as to recommend itself to every person. One pound of poison is suffi- cient for two acresof potatoes a season. The mixing is done in the machine. No extra vessels are required. There is no danger if the machine is left lying around, Stock cannot get at the poison and it ee will not spill out if left in any position. ; .
_ Plants are never burned nordamaged if sprayed with this machine. The spray is so fine and it covers so evenly that no damage can result, butevery bug is killed with the greatest dispatch.
Single and Double Tube Sprayers ¥” ”
Our Electric Sprayer is made in both tin and brass; single and double tube styles. Both are effective for all purposes. We don’t consider the double tube any more desirable than the single tube, while the chances for accidents to the machine are doubled. Many experienced people, at first, labor under a false idea, think- , ing that the fine spray and amount of material used cannot do the work. A trial, however, convinces them to the contrary, as it not the great amount of poison that is used, but the thorough, even distribution, forced to every part of the plant, that makes the work s» effective.
Seo Hore | UYU gro cropethat are trubled| AGENTS WANTED Good Friend } cattle, hogs and poultry that are| An agency for our goods is worth as much as the sal-
y fires, lice, etc., you need this machine and we | ary of your county officials. We can keep you em- guarantee if you have it you will use it and save many times | ployed the year around. Weare willing to pay agents ‘Uscost. Remember, if you buy any one of the many other | who are honest, faithful, industrious and obtain satis- styles you can do onl rlial work with them, hence realize | factory business for our house a salary, after they have
Double Tube Electric Sprayer.
y pa } only a part of the benefits of this little Machine. proven their worth.
Don’t put off getting a machine until yourcrop is damaged. Begin early. With the Electric Bug Extermi- ‘mator you can kill the hard shell: — bugs as readily as the soft ones. By beginning early you save the ‘trouble of killing millions later, and all the vitality of your cropis saved. You should not let another hour pass without this machine on the place, ;
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€ THE ELECTRIC BUG EXTERMINATOR- > |
Is THE BE For expelling and destroying Potato a ‘ MACHINE st Bugs, Cabbage, Currant, Tomato, To- “& 4 This i baceo and Cotton Worms, Plum Cur- SS - RO a culies, Codling Moth and Canker Worms; Raspberry, , i> Farmer Strawberry, Pear and Rose Slugs; Striped Flea Béetle, H* —s Cucumber and Melon Beetle, Cattle, Horse, Hog and Hen N IS Up-To- q Date,
This Farmer is not
Lice, Clothes Moth, Dog Fleas. It will also preyent Mil- dew on Grapes and diseases of Plums, Apples, Peaches, Cherries, Berries, Cotton and all kinds of fruit and vege- ~tables, when the proper remedies are ap-!
plied with this machine. — ‘ The saving of material with this ma- chine over any other, will quickly pay for it many times. Florists |e : Will find it invaluabie in RSS using expensive poi-
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= sons on their flowers dy Je - ee: d Weee5 Lets 5 & and plants. fee 1 s s ; S\) e How Does This Strike You? } : —— : AL Electric Sprayer is x
: PRAo® the only one that sprays} Z ONE OF FHE ‘OLD ‘WAYS. upward successfully. It is} : pees and others cannot accomplish this feat unless they in- | i nge our patents. Suppose you buy one of the other styles and & you want to spray some bushes, plum or other small trees, or your chicken roost, you will find you cannot doit. Would it not be} 2 wise to buy the perfect ail-round machine at the start? * » h i i]s g é Showing Faulty Styles of Sprayers. Don’t Buy any of These. < f
Here we show other styles of Sprayers that will only spray downward... They are shown at a@ less angle than our ELECTRIC on the preceding page, but you will notice the liquid departs from the lower end of the tube long before the =. supply is exhausted and no spray can be produced, as the tube must be in the liquid. In r
contrast with these, see illlustration of our machine on this and the preceding ages. It is constructed so it will spray until not more than a spoonful is left. This
Fad ised
eature is well worth your consideration when selecting a machine, and you will ji be wise to not buy any but an ELECTRIC MACHINE. . : & JUST THINK OF IT! Why wear your life out dragging a load of poison over) | your fields through the hot sun, when you can take a pound of poison in your) |, pocket, a bucket of water in-your hand, and go out and kill the bugs on a whole | }4, field of potatoes or other crops? . Put the poison up in little packages like doctors’ 7 } powders and empty in can as needed. - bi: UP-TO-DATE SPRAYER }® i {A montication oF the 3 \ fs Electric), with Extension ri V Handle Attached. 4 C AUTIO Any Sprayer with an air chamber with tapering sides like |<. : shown in our ELECTRIC, attached to any kind of a reservoir, k: infringes our patents. Ora reservoir like . r shown in our ELECTRIC, attached by any 9 of its sides to any Kind of an air chamber, P. _infringes our patents. We warn all people be to not buy nor use them. , Does Spraying Pay? e To an up-to-date farmer it is unnecessary to Wt @ Feo say anything about the value of spraying. ~He == 7 : “ ; knows. There are many farmers, however, who Unspray ed Potatoes, t2 plant and cultivate and Jet the crops take 99/4 bu. per acre. we their chances as regards injurious insects. It is éven more important that the | Spraying Trees with Elec- insects be destroyed than that the plants be cultivated. tric Sprayer aad Ex- These two illustrations show the results of spraying potatoes at the Vermont Ex tension Handle. periment Station. The sprayed vines yielded at the rate of 291 bushels per acre { ay ; hk ; Bh: Es > * ‘ & me Ee : es % pie ' Sprayed Potatoes, 291 Bushels per Acre... , wy The von P {see long pile), while the unsprayed vines yielded at the rate ef 9934 bushels peracre (see anand 7p A te ence, of 191% bushels per acre! Then surely it pays.to:spray potatoes; and what is true of this cropis I true of other crops, especially fruit. Sprayed fruit yields more and sells better. So soidosde ah) SPOT Th sty
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Some of the Uses for the
Electric Bug Exterminator.
VERY person who expects to E grow fruit profitably must f guard against many insect #2) enemies, as well as fungus dis- eases, so as to insure a bounti- fulcrop of perfect fruit. There is not another machine on the -s market capable of doing the work so perfectly as the Elec- tric Bug Exterminator. It will use all kinds of insecticides in liquid form and is highly
ON SMALLTREES
recommended for kerosene oil.
W. B. Atwood, horticulturist, entomologist, and my- ecologist of Virginia Agricultural Experiment Station, says: “‘ We have used it in the greenhouse and also on
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outdoor work to some consid- Ra, erable extent and find it a most useful small machine for atomizing decoctions of tobac- -@O, spraying poisonous mix- tures or pure kerosene oil. In fact, in using the latter, I think it is the best device I have ever seen.” os ae
The machineiscapableofdo- =! ing all work on plants, bushes ON SMALLFRUITS or trees under ten feet high, but is not intended to spray large trees, except when supplied with our extension handle.
Perhaps there is no other crop on which injurious in- sects work so great a havoc as on the potato crop. To grow acrop of potatoes the farmer must make up his ah mind to wage a continuous war
u-——*™_ ‘against the bugs from the time the potatoes appear at the sur- face of the ground until the crop is matured. Many plans have been followed and many
cs ns ite =? machines invented, all of them ee ene =, Very laborious and extravagant OMEN gone -=~, inthe material used. It was not e Leow till the invention of the Electric IN THE POTATO FIELD Bug Exterminating machine
that.the labor feature could be eliminated to such an extent that now killing bugs on the potato patch is one of the preferred jobs, conse- sequently it will not be neglected, while the matter of expense for material is reduced to a mere trifle. A pound of paris green will poison ; the bugs on ten aeres of pota- | toes. You will say ‘‘impossi- , ble,”’ but we assure a trial will convince. . For greenhouse work it is in- § valuable. Thespray isexpelled }; with such force as to reach all parts of the plants, and the /j mist eyen rises up under the ‘leaves and fioats about like smoke, depositing on every part _ of the plant. On account of its reat economy of materials used, it reeommends itself or applying expensive insecticides. - Hens can not produce eggs * and lice at the same time. How many farmers who keep a flock of hens make an effort to keep them free from lice? /, : What untold miseries our Ue oor pet Weis suffer ae oe Tig AS een eee eas, lice an ies, main VE ME because their masters ae ESS, proweiiless gs that comfort. ‘ undreds of people pity an (AM THE CHICKEN HOUSE gnimal that Tae 3 injured, but it does not oecur to them other animals over which they have dominion are suffering torments. It is an easy and quite inexpensive matter to eradicate the lice from the chicken house by applying Leake’s Lice Ex- terminator with one of these machines. We make it. Another matter that the humane person will think about is to protect~his cows, horses, dogs, ete., from
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flies, fleas and mosquitoes. It can be done with our Fly-Fuma applied with the Electric Bug 3
xterminator. We make it: also ; see elsewhere.
Besides the uses every day, or nearly every hour, this machine will. be the housewife’s friend for sprinkling her clothes, flow- ons. pore, isn ‘: Soense a chine shon e kept for these m purposes. In fact ainiisser CHASING THE FLIES. sable in every home, whether in town or country.
Outside of the potato crop, this grand little machine’s next field of greatest usefulness is in killing the tobacco worms. It is of immense yalue to to- bacco growers, allowing them to spray their crops rapidly, thoroughly and economically. A weak solution of paris green is used about 4% teaspoonful of green toa quart of water. The Se Electric Bug Exterminator for- | SPRINKLES THECLOTHES Ces the fine spray to every part
of the plant and quickly rids them of all pests. Whenever introduced in tobacco- growing sections the de- mand is very large.
It will be the means of giving comfort to people and animals as wellas protecting the animals and crops and thus increasing the profitsin all directions,
Every person possess- ing this machine will pick it up every day and « use it. It will be the con- 4» stant companion ofevery <47 farmer, gardener, truek- ~% er, poultryman and fruit- grower. grand ma-. chine for spraying rose bushes, flowers and shrubbery on every lawn.
The tube from can is exposed so that it can be in- stantly cleaned if it clogs.
Our machines are patented May 17, 1898, and March 7, 1899. You need have no fear to buy and use them.
We guarantee every machine to be all we claim.
Full directions sent with each machine.
Will These Reports Convince You?
The sprayer did the business to perfection. When I re- ceived the machine the potatoes were large and in full bloom. Once going over killed every one and I have not sprayed them since, ' J. W. BAKER, Tiskilwa, Il.
I sprayed my potatoes with the Electric Bug Exterminator at 9 o’clock and by 3 0’clock in the afternoon there was not a living bug in the patch.
FRANK DOHERTY, JR., So. Boardman, Mich.
I sold 150 of your Bug Exterminators this season. I sold them under a guarantee and have not had one complaint. L think I can sell 1,000 of them next season. If you need any testimonials I can send you a hundred from my customers,
I, T. ALLEN, Bluffton, Ind.
I sold 30 of your Electric Bug Exterminators last season and the people like them fine. I expect to sell more this season. D. C. THOMPSON, Peak’s Mills, Ky.
Electric Bug Exterminator gave good satisfaction last year and are the best thing of the kind in the market. If willneed more this year. H.C. SHEPHERD, Worthington, Minn.
The sample Hlectric Bug Exterminator received and sold. I herewith order some more and want exclusive agency here. THOMAS FIREBAUGH, Ogden, Il.
I sent a friend over into Schulykill county and he sold 22 Exterminators in two days. The machines speak for them- selves. C.J. CHRISTMAN, Strausstown, Berks Co., Pa.
Used on chrysanthemums, roses, etc, with results ‘‘ finer than silk.” $ J. C. SMITH, Huntsville, Ala.
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The demand for this sprayer is enormous. It ts an abso-
lute necessity for every family in the country or town after
once its merits are known.
for the Electric Bug Exterminator or Sprayer, Single Tube, the only perfect, allround
machine of this class made: TIN, each 50c, 75c delivered to you; 14 doz. $2.00, per doz.
$3.50. BRASS, Single Tube, each $1.00, $1.25 delivered to you; 1% doz. $3.50, per doz. $7.00. Doubie Tube Sprayers at the same price singly, but 50c per dozen extra,
_ Extension handles, for spraying trees, each, 75c,,doz. $3.50.
_ B® We have a special Express rate that allows us to prepay single machines to any Express Office
for 25c each and extension handles for 50c each. We advise customers to remit this extra, unless
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ay WITH PERFECT STOP COCK AND NOZZLE, Re . _ We confidently believe that we are at lastable toofferanen- “us eo tirely reliable pormble compressed air sprayer at a moderate pom mri do price. Adaptable for all kinds of spraying. Filledand charged mies ~™, With airin halfminute. When ready for use will throw spray
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Fig. 1 represents our Peerless bucket pumps, made entirely of THE PEERLESS brass. Not affected by acids or i jee are fitted with patent agitator and return overflow caps and so constructed that all the SPRAY PUMPS. work is done on the downward stroke. lone air-chamber with ball valves. Throws continuous spray. ill throw solid stream For Bucket, Tank and 50 feet, for washing windows, bugzies, putting out fires, sprinkling Barrel Use. The Best Made. lawns, etc.. Will throw coarse or fine spray, as wanted. Fitted with a special sprinkler for flowers.
Price, complete with patent agitator, hose and Imperial combination nozzle for fine and coarse spray and solid stream, and with malleable foot Test......ccscssececseescesccececseccesesecssneDae > Same with Vermorel or Bordeaux nozzle.......s..-scssccssscececscececcecscsesccesesccescscscsesenccsseseeees Ona For 8-foot extension for high Work, add .......scccscsseceecsseescssceccccccsccresescescescssecssececseecterees 20
The Peerless Barrel and Tank Pump, shown by Fig. 2, is made in the best manner. Cylinder, valves, valve-seats and discharge pipe are all of brass, All working parts are constantly submerged, hence no priming is ever necessary. Patent agitators. Regularly equipped with two patent graduated Vermorel nozzles, but will send Bor- deaux nozzles at same price when wanted. Mention nozzle wanted when ordering.
Price, complete, with five feet of half-inch 8-ply hose, single lead.i.........ssecceeeeeeee$0-00 Same fitted to throw two streams and with two leads of hose.............+++00 oe diets « G2U0 For 8-foot pipe extension add....... secs 60
Peerless Double Acting Barrel Spray E- Pump (Fig. 3) has brass upper and brass lined FE lower cylinders, brass bucket, brass valve and valve seat; in fact, all working parts are of brass. Patent jet agi- tator furnished regularly. Dasher agitator shipped, when fe ordered, at same price. Works #
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PATENTED JUNE Il, 1901.
Combines every good feature of every other Broadcast Seed Sower and is distinct and superior in many respects. The cheapest, simplest, strongest, most durable and most accurate and handsome Seeder made.
We have manufactured Broad- = AN AGENG for this machine is worth much. cast Seed Sowers for many years, _ fff We have agents who sold 11g
“at ney Me eres oe \ dozen in a day and over 200 machines in less than that we ¢ P two months, at a profit of 50c
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money, we believe we 7, The weight of the Handle great effect on have produced a ma- will run the machine. the crop.
chine as nearly perfect as it is possible to make, with the fewest wearing parts, insuring long life, and so accurately made that it runs almost without an effort. Ball bearings are used wherever
osssible. .
F In the NEW NATIONAL we have one cog wheel 7 inches in diameter and a small pinion, In the old style machines four cog wheels were employed, and they frequently wore out or broke. The frame is so constructed that it allows the minimum of weight with greatest strength and rigid- ity. The feed is from the center of the base and the bottom is beveled to run the seed out very clean.
The NEW NATIONAL is the handsomest as weil as the best machine on the market.
It will sow at a round, Wheat or Rye, 50 feet; Buckwheat, 45 feet; Flax Seed, Clover or Mitiet, 36 feet; Grass Seed, 20 to 86 feet; other seeds, etc., according to their nature and condition. Wilt also sow Plaster, Fertilizers, Salt, Ashes, Lime,etc. Full directions with each machine,
This is an age of improvement, progress and. keen competition. Farmers must have the best machines or they will be hopelessly lost in the race. They need this NATIONAL machine on account of the seed it will save, the superior work it will do, as well as the ease of doing it, and cheaper price. Many up-to-date farmers will lay aside their old machines and buy this
up-to-date machine on sight. WARRANTED TO GIVE ENTIRE SATISFACTION. _ Price, each $1.50, 14 dozen $5.40, per dozen $10.80, For 50c extra we will deliver
single machines by mail or express.
gaeThe only machine that is packed singly in a handsome box. The trade will appreciate this feature for display, convenience in handling, and they never get dirty and shopworn.
Do You Want to Make Some Money? Just think of J dozen of the best and handsomest Seeders ever made, packed one in a box, for $10.80 (less than $1.00 each.) A person in each neigh- borhood can do a good business selling these machines, This is our lowest wholesale price, hence |) it will be useless to write for better.
Invented and Manufactured Only by
| Se J. A. EVERITT, Seedsman,
INDIANAPOLIS, IND., U. 8. A.
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My manufactured sp Cialties are allof my own invention. They
are intended to save > labor and increase erops. They are \ needed by every Up-to-Date Far- mer and Gardener. J. A. EVERITT.
~ You’ve Wanted it 2 Thousand Times.
THE EUREKA eo rio
It will sow and cover Beets, Cabbage,Carrots, Celery, Lettuce, Onions, Radishes. Spinach, ‘rurnips and-all sueh seeds with the greatest regu- larity. The quality of work equals that done with the costly machines _ and is infinitely better and faster than hand work.
HAVE YOU A KITCEREN GARDEN?
Don’t try to do without this little planter another season. Yourgarden willsmile approbation all through the season if you use the Eureka.
HAVE YOU A HOT BED?
Thisdrill you must have. . It is the only machine suited.to sow ina hot bed. Sows up close to the sides in straight rows. Sows the smallest packet of seeds as well as a larger bulk. This Drill is not atoy, but a strong, practicable machine that will last many years. fi Don’t buy asimilar machine, that has the opening plow /#/iiy in front of the machine. You cannot get near the sides fj of a hot bed nor close fip to the fence. Neither does it § cover the seed. It will be an aggravation rather than at labor-saving machine, as we offer.
By using this Drill you save seed, you save time, you stand in an upright position, the work is easy, you get a better stand, you get better plants.
Price is only $1.00. Delivered by express, 50 cents extra. Wholesale Price, $6.00 per dozen.
@sesAGENTsS WANTED ee] INVENTED AND MANUFACTURED BY /
% J. A. EVERITT, Seedsman’ ~ INDIANAPOLIS, IND.
UNIVERSAL POWDER DISTRIBUTER.
The machine can be readily understood by the illustration, with the following explanations: Itconsists of 4 receptacle for the powder, with perforated bottom, attached to a handle and hinged as shown. ‘Im operation an upward swing of the machine has the effect of tipping the can up at the bottom and dewn.at ; the top until its movement is arrested by the block onthe handle. (See white line around | can.). The stoppage is very sudden and the effect is to throw all the powder away from the | perforated bottom toward the top of the can. Immediately following this movement, and of its own accord, the can reyerses and drops back into its natural position, stopping very sud- denly as it strikes the lower end of the handle. This results in the powder being discharged in the most effective manner, spreading well overthe planis. ‘The agitation of the powder in the can prevents it from packing on the bottom, and if any. coarse particles are contained they do not materially interfere with the discharge of the fine particles until allis used. With the UNIVERSAL POWDER DISTRIBU- TER the work on potatoes and similar crops ‘is done as rapidly as the operator walks. ‘To illustrate, if you can make the movements with your hands as rapidly as you step, which iseasy:f-— ar enough, it is evident how rapidly the work can 2, be done. Price, each 50c, $3.00 per dozen. : =. For 25c extra we will deliver to any express: office. ‘
‘NONE SUCH SIFTER, ~
For applying Powdered Insect- FS icide, Lime, Plaster, Etc, The best Sifter made. Made on the only correct principle that insures a uniform distribution of any dry, fine powder, with very little work and will
not clog.. Fig. 1..shows.the inside.
bottom with a few fairly large perfor- - ations, Fig. 2shows the bottom with : ‘very fine perforations, except a «~~ ‘ large one in the»center tyaliuw : any coarse particles to pass out. The perforations in each of these bottoms are S0 evenly bal- anced that the upper one never allows so much material to go on the bottom as to clog it, making the work easy and reliable, . The bottom is so shaped.as to spread the powder, thus covering large plants with one movement. ~ This machine and the one above are not intended to do away. with my Electric fSignig } Bug Exterminator, or Sprayer,as 1 atways:reco: ( that machine where liquids can be used: -Some people, however, prefer to use dry material, and onévery farm aresome crops thatmust be treat- ae JS : ed dry, like cabbage for cabbage worms, vine cro ; for the striped bugs which cannot be poisoned with Paris Green. Vinecrops can be saved by applying “‘Ferto Insectono,” see further back in this cata- logue; this will either kill the biigs:or drive them fe } away. Price, 35e each, $62.50 per dozen.
Agents wanted to sell our @ianufac- tured Articies. They Bre strictly Up-to- Date, and can be sold on every rm. ~
Address, J. A. EVERITT, Seedsman, | a F . ™ sac 1 Inventor and Manufacturer, Indiamapolis,Ind.’.* Fig. ts. > ».
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ote HE EUREKA FIELD SPRAYER. | For Spraying Potatoes, Strawberries, Cotton and General Field Use. is spraying appliance is intended to be attached to any Barrel Sprayer. The outfit may be placed on the of a wagon or truck and asection of hose connected with the spray pump. The four Bordeaux Nozzles pay. 3\ : are adjustable for any width of rows, from 28 to 44- inches, and fe may be raised or lowered as desired. The nozzles can be set at desired angle for forward or backward spraying. The nozzle - holders may be brought together so that the wagon can pass - through any gate, With this outfit one person can do all the spraying. All that _e is necessary, after filling the barrel, isto drive and pump. With ® this appliance any barrel sprayer having discharge hose connec- tions can be used. - Price, including only the heavily shaded parts shown in cut e (no barrel or pump), with four Bordeaux Nozzles and two sec- 3 ¢ 3 inch hose, wrapped with wire, and two sections of 14 inch hose, with couplings, $9.00.
THE “STANDARD” GREEN BONE CUTTER.
implest, Strongest, Fastest and Easiest-running cutter made. ith ball-bearings. Will cut the hardest and toughest of green bone. more bone and cuts it better than any other. Heed may be regulated so child can operate the machine. Very easily cleaned and no breakage. s the bone to fine, granular shavings, in best condition for feeding. d promptly. No. i, complete, as shown in cut, weight 90 pounds, te, $8.43. Bench machine, without legs, for small flocks, just as strong he No. 1, with fy wheel and crank, $6.39.
4 POTATO, SWEET POTATO AND CELERY CULTIVATOR AND HILLER.
The very best tool made for cultivating, hilling and ridging these important crops. Runs between the rows, gently raises over- hanging tops that would be bruised and crushed by an ordinary ecul- tivator. May be safely used to keep the ground clean until digging time. Has no equal for ridging sweet potatoes and celery, as it pulverizes the soil while ridging. Lifts the ground so gently that leaves are not clogged or covered.
For one horse. Price only $3.75.
A THOROUGHLY RELIABLE LINE OF CHILLED PLOWS,
“Cs. The Prairie Clipper. MADE FOR US BY ONE OF THE OLDEST * Eee Pee AND BEST MAKERS.
Only the best materials are employed in the man- ufacture of these plows. They are turned out of one Me Ta q of the best equipped plow factories in America. One See te ptt — grade only—the very best. Every plow fuily ) —= —~ warranted. eeeve: oping landsides; ribbed moldboards, and will give satisfaction in any soil. All nd general purpose plows. Note our prices and compare with other quotations:
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dium two-horse...... 61¢x12 100 ” 6.25 | charges.
dard two-horse.....7 x13 110 ”° 6.52 Nos. A and B made right-hand only; Heavy two-horse........7 x14 120 ” 6.75 | other sizes right and left. Orders must Pwo or three-horse...... Fe hee BBO 7.20 | state which is wanted.
| goods delivered on board cars at Indianapolis, on receipt of price. Purchasers pay freight, dats plows. The agent at your station can tell you just what the freight will be. trouble to get repairs for our plows. Extras for any make ‘‘Oliver” pattern chilled t our Prairie Clipper, and are sold everywhere,
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. NONE BETTER—FEW AS” GOOD.
INO, INCUBATOR MADE EQUALS THE ‘PEERLESS - -o ) PREGES 2-5 ae
50-Ege, $4. 90; 80-Egg, $7.50; 120-Egg, $12. 50; 240 Bes, & } All hot-air heat. Perfect regulator. Perfect moisture appar experience necessary. Absolutely warranted. California cases, tongued and grooved, handsomely finished. Solid m tal. 7 lamp; brass regulator; telescope egg-tester; nursery attachment;
glass door; ane yiatial trimmings; best tes ted thermometer ; galvanized wire-eloth e “ti everything best made. Hot- ‘Aur Brooders, 50 Chick, $4. 00; 80 Chick, $5.00; oy Chick, Write for prices on poultry and stock foods. “We are headquarters.
HAND AND POWER ROOT AND ‘VEG i — ETABLE CUTTERS. |
The most successful and satisfactory in use. oe features found in no other. Self-feeder, separates dirt from cut feed, leaving the cut feed so that stock cannot choke on it. Does not crush, grind or tear the feed, but cuts it into long, half-round slices.
The New No. 17 is intended especially for poultry rais- — ers. Cap: acity, one bushel in about five minutes. Cuts all fe kinds of roots and vegetables into fine, ribbon-likeshavings. Just the thing |
Wo. 116 is a hand or light power machine, fitted with crank for hand use, and with a balance wheel for power. “Capacity, by hand, 30 to 50 bushels per hour; by power, 2 to8 bus per minute. Weight, 150 pounds; price, fitted for both hand and power use, $12.00. Prices on larger machines furnished on request. §@s-These machines solve oper question of winter os8s. Hens will lay right along when properly fed. 2 20 to 25 400.000 PERFECTION WHEELBARRO pee > ; SEEDER, $6.50. IN USE ’ For Clover, Timothy, Hungarian, Millet, - nts and all smooth seeds, Successfully made an . for over 30 years. Seeds may be sown separate == mixed. Sows any quantity, from two to twel 5 quarts per acre. Sows evenly. Gearing cannot clog” or - ~=foul. Very simple and easily regulated. Weight, se ready to run, about 45 pounds. Price, $6 50, =e == Wecan supply special grain hoppers for sowing ° — ete. . Also special hoppers ‘for the New eat Hie other localites requiring larger quantities. : GRIND ’EM WHILE YOU REST. Make play of one of your hard jobs, Mr. Farmer. Don't , fret and sweat over a grind stone, but climb into the seat of one of our Bi-treadle Combina- A tin Emery Grinders, and do the work better
than you ever did it with a fraction of the labor. Grinds everything, from buble. ba to dise harrow ~ blades, = Three com bina- tions. Youneed’em all. Holds sickleto 7 give it just the bev- & ' el you like. | if & Can’t slip. SS Grinds anysize disc toany bevel de- sired, and gives better edge than can be had any other way.
Plain Grinder, no Rest............0.50 Adjustable Tool Grinding ‘Rest. .50 se
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power of the. op- erator is applied is done easier and _can be done ‘by a " grindermade.
Dise Grinding Attachment....... .80 i) Sickle Grinding Rest...........+« .80 = ‘2GFTo introduce these: 5 Disc Grinding Rest, °&® will accept first order . Order now. ~" machine from your schoo ; q@i4) 3 pete Ls ws ee Rae iSicee gels oo Sh care
rt ig i 1 PRAIRIE COMBINED POTATO. PLANTER AND DIGGER. a A splendid combination of first-class implements pt very low prices. f= A farmer who raises no more than an acre of potatoes i can afford to own this combination. Buy the Planter al for your spring work, and add the Digger when you \. need it in the fall. Most accurate and i eh horse \ Planter ever sold ata - = 4) low price. Plants 13, , 16 or Torin. apart, and 3 to6in. deep. = Marks, - Sn drops” and _ Asa Planter. covers. at 1 operation . ae Dieser uses same running gears as Planter. Ad-~ 7 blo to any depth Wanted. Lifts all the potatoes nd injures none of them. Operator rides, and has#@@—““i2e= 5 reer erfect control of machine and team. “AS | a 1 Digger. = Complete, Simple. Durable, Satisfactory and Cheap. Note our Prices: Planter and igger combined, $21.60; Planter complete, without Digger, $18.00; Digger complete, without lar ter, $16.56. Planter Attachment (can be put on at any tian), $7.29. Digger Attachment (can easily be attached or detached), $6.00. Weight combined machine, complete, about 240 pounds. Takes low rate of freight.
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Qe ) positively warranted to weigh same as the center. The contrary is a very prev- alent weakness with some other scales, sold at higher prices. §@S~Equal to any ; Sande, up to its limit of capacity—600 pounds.
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FOLDING FAMILY SCALE.
igs on wall and pan folds up out of way when not in use. Weighs accurately from ¥ ce to 50 pounds, Platform will accommodate a 50-pound sack of flour or a 40-pound firkin f butter. Fully guaranteed, Always at hand when wanted, yet neverinthe way. Every Bly ‘needs one. Weight, boxed, about 18 pounds. Price, $2.25.
THE GENUINE “VALLEY ” ONE-HOLE SHELLER.
Best materials and finish; hard wood frame; steel shafts; every part “of the best. Perfect separation of corn and eo. Fan cleans anon corn perfectly. Warranted. Weight, with fan and —
A feed table, 125 pounds. Price, complete, $5.50; with-
out fan or feed table, $5.00. _
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“MONARCH” IMPROVED CIDER MILLS.
Newest and best pattern. Grinds and grates the fruit and does not smash or crush it, produc- ing largest amount of juice. Thoroughly well ry aie fully warranted. Easy running, perfect work.
1” Senior, a third larger than any other of its class, with two eranks, 5 pounds, price $17.00; “Monarch” Medium, 1 crank, a good size for the average it 260 pounds, price $13 00; * Monarch” Junior, a emall mill, well adapted to home 1 made and efficient as the larger mills, weight 130 pounds, price P10. 50.
mene misleke in prairie those Mills. Fully warranted.
\'s7 7.50 Platform Farm Scale $7.50
Peston, 16x22. Weight, boxed, about 140 =: Price, $7.50. g@ "Prices on other sizes
8 There are many cheap hand shellers on the market, but thisis the Spa 3 genuine Climax, after which so many imitators have copied, and is one of e most useful little implements you can own. Always ready when there i is not 3 enough shelling to start’'a big machine. Runs by boy power. Shells field 1 corn, sweet corn and popcorn, and shucks walnuts. Warranted not to break under fair usage. Price, $1.25. . THE “ADAM” FAMILY & us GRIST MILL. 5 This little mill has a well de- m served reputation as the best of its class. Hand " power. Can be attached to table, bin or box. Grinds corn, oats, barley, coffee, etc. TREND You can make your own corn =) = meal and Graham flour fresh ae = every da Just the thing for - Tan i A I in m | cinckiag eras for Aoaliryas No Bees HN il iM farmer or poultryman should be without one of these splendid little mills. Made on honor and will wear a life time. Price, $2.50. ga5-Do not mistake this for one of the cheap and trifling fae: now axteusell advertised. This is a warranted machine. ee
COMMON SENSE FEEDING MEANS PROFITABLE FEEDING,
THE PRAIRIE STOCK FEED COOKER,
Make your stock glad this winter. Unexcelled for cooking all kinds of of feed for stock, for scalding hogs, soap boiling, sugar making. Saves food,. saves fuel, saves money.
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bes Kettles euaranteed full measure. You get every gallon you pay for. None but the best materials used. Castings guaranteed free from flaws, cracks and sand holes. Flue carries fire around kettle, utilizing all heat, : using 34 less fuel than others. Large door, uses any kind of fuel. Casing is of come Saldsen le steel. Keeps fire 48 hours. Used in or out of doors. Perfectly safe. Fully warranted.
“PEERLESS” PORTABLE CORN CRIB.
=@ 6. A convenient, cheap and durable crib. Just the thing for tempore i ary storage of corn and other crops. Shipped in a roll, 8 feet long, and m requires neither tools nor mechanic to erect it. Stand it in a cire : gs form, latch it together and fill. Ten to fifteen minutes is all the time La =” it should take to erect. A gate is provided at the bottom to empty it. z == Slats are of 1-in. pine, dressed on both sides; are 3 in. wide on br Cheap and Convenient. side. A good, cheap roof may be made by taking a piece of heavy ¢ vas or sheeting, drawing it tightly over the top and putting on a coat of paint.” Floor to be ished by purchaser. 4 A, diameter 13 ft., capacity 500 bu., weight 300 lbs....... Wagan 28 i naasneee ek er 1.00. B, diameter 17 ft., capacity 900 bu., weight 400 Ibs..............:10s:+eceneeecnenesneseosen sessereseens 14.00 Cc, diameter 21 ft., capacity 1,400 bu., weight 500 ibs...... so baie oka eee eee veccqdeaseseonnena 9. 9Urt D, diameter 25 ft., capacity 2,000 bu., weight 600 Ibs...............2...cesseeeeeescseeenes eee seseseee 2 24 ‘We can also supply a, cheaper crib, made in two sections, one to set upon and above ee This crib is made of hardwood fence lath, 54x14 in., 4 ft. high, woven between six strands o 15 galvanized steel wire, pickets 144 in. apart. To the outside of the bundle which is_ nte for the lower section of the crib, “we attach three wire cables, which -are to poe i door opening, to prevent the crib from spreading. Shipped in bundles,
E, 600 bushels, 250 Ibs.e...ssseceecesseeee Per etre hair. TMi eT, t* rewes a FP, 900 bushels; B00 Mos2.e a aascck aul Anak sane ccd pect [a aaeeees sae Cues da chibi eth owe G, 1,200 bushels, SHO Thgaccc cs Re eee ee ae eee oe Rete Haat Toate Gad dS ieesiaee: H, 1,600 bushels, 400 bss. As. 40.8. A RS 2 ee Bas GSh SEE sebeee
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- WHAT IS FERTO-INSECTONO?
[t is an inexpensive dark powder, as fine as flour, and tremely diffusible and completely covers with a fine ist all plants over which it is sprinkled. While pow- ful in its effects, it will not injure the plant or the saves in the slightest degree, and is perfectly harmless
the person handling it.
AS AN INSECTICIDE.
It is an absolute annihilator of all insects, bugs or bee- es that prey on vegetation. Positively kills Potato ) Bugs, Squash Bugs, Pumpkin Bugs, Melon Bugs, Cur- i rant Worms, Cabbage Worms, ete. It will kill all kinds ereeping things that eat the leaves of vegetables or
ants. It is the cheapest insecticide on the market.
Bet HOW TO APPLY.
q ; . . Any way to insure an even and thorough distribu-
n ali the plants and leaves. We manufacture two ines (see page 112), which are very fine for apply- Ferto-Insectono” and other dry insecticides. It e applied with a bellows, or even with a small ade of coarse muslin. Put the powder in the bag id shake over the plants.
A GOOD CROP OF CABBAGE
y other vegetables can not be obtained, no matter ood your soil and seed may be, or how favorable eather, or how much care and labor you spend on em, unless the vines-and lcaves are kept vigorous dhealthy. Sueh a condition can not. be kept up un- ss all insects audebugs are destroyed as fast as they Spear. Thereasonis obvious: Plants and fruit trees eathe through their leaves, and the leaves are as es- Selitial to the development of the plant or trees as are eroots. Auy cause that injures the leaves hurts the ant, and that which destroys the toliage destroys the otalso. Therefore, it is necessary that the yines and Bes be kept growing, and free from the ravages of in- cts and bugs.
: THE POTATO BUG
§ the greatest enemy the potato grower has. He has a» mouth, with upper and under jaws, and eats the” aves with a relish. ‘‘ Ferto-Insectono” sprinkled
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carefully with ** ferto-Insectono.”
-erops are doomed; hence, prepare in advance.
The Cheapest Insecticide on the Market, and Doubly Valuable as a Fertilizer.
In 5 lb. Packages, 20c Each. ~ In 10 lb. Packages, 35c Each. In 50 tb. Packages. $1.25 Each. In 100 1b. Packages, $2.00 Each. Per Ton, $35.00. 1-4 Ton at the Ton Rate.
Tons and Fractions Thereof Packed In 100 Ib. Bags.
If by mail add 16¢ per pound for any quantity.
SeAAGENTS WANTED, THE TRADE SUPPLIED,
| on the leaves kills him with expedition and dispatch.
Three crops of eggs are laid each year. Prompt action is therefore necessary. Just as soon as the potato bu makes his appearance, dust the vines thoroughly ead Kill off the first arrivals, and you may not have any further trouble. The same course should be pursued in the cases of other pests.
THE MELON, CUCUMBER OR VINE BUG
Can surely be exterminated and your crops completely saved by using *‘‘Ferto-Insectono.” Every person who has had experience with these dreaded pests knows that prompt action is the only salvation for the crops. If ‘‘Ferto-Insectono” is 200 miles away your Be watchful, and the moment they appear take the remedy to the field and you can treat your crops so quickly
that no damage will result. Perfeetly harmless to per-
sons handling it, and harmless when used on cabbages and other edible crops.
FERTO-INSECTONO AS A FERTILIZER.
This chemical compound possesses the quality of ex- tracting the ammonia from the atmosphere as the wind passes over the plants to which it has been applied. This ammonia combines with the powder and formsa sulphate of ammonia, which is a powerful stimulant to vegetable growth. When we speak of stimulant don't think the plant or ground will be leit in a worse condi- tion when the effect has passed away. This is not the ease. The properties are all taken from the air and the young growing plants are actually fed, nourished, as- sisted to send their roots deeper into the soil and the tops higher in the air. The benefit is permanent, hast- ening maturity and increasing production.
“ Ferto-Insectono” is peculiarly valuable in dry seasons, as it attracts and holds moisture. ~
“Ferto-Insectono” can be used as a fertilizer (out- side of its value as an inseaticide) and five times its cost realized in improvements of the crops. Farmers and gardeners, keep this in mind, and it may induce you to use it early and liberally, and thus give you double benefits in saving your crops from the insects and in- creasing productiveness. \
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'. Of the best things for sore shoulders and all harness
mad FLY FUMA
Isa liquid preparation which, when applied to any animal in the form of aspray with our Electric Bug Exterminator or Sprayer— decidedly the best way—or rubbed on with a brush or cloth, will protect the animal from attacks of Flies of all kinds, Mosquitoes, Guats, Fleas, ete. Itis
A POSITIVE PROTECTION.
It has been thoroughly tested and gives satisfaction. The time it _ affords protection from one spraying varies under different con- ditions of weather. If cows are treated in the morning before milking, it affords an absolute protection during milking and the greater part of the day. Toward evening its effect will hav e | diminished, so as to require another | application before milking. We guar- antee where Fly Fuma has been ap- plied, a fiy or other insect willnot stay amoment,whether on a Cow, Horse, Dog or on inani- | , ‘pant | mate objects. are. i th
Sprayed on the stable walls and ceiling, the flies will an poe fast as they can find a hole to get out. One-fifth cent a day - x tects an animal, and in the case of cows they will return ihe s vestment many fold by the increased flow of milk in fly-time.
Your Horse will serve you far better and not try your pat Fly Fuma will save you repairs on harness and vehicles; shoeing, as horses will not stamp their shoes off chasing the flies. Fly Fuma may save a runaway and your life, if used on your.
Fly Fumaisagreat disinfectant. It keeps your animals he: i Prevents spread of disease. Cures mange on dogs, cats,ete. A few drops rubbed on a few times is sufficient. Cures skin eases. Healssores. Cures scratches and other leg a d foot,
« bles in horses by rubbing in well. Applied to the wa’
ings of stables where there are myriads of flies, they will leave instantly. Use on fattening hogs in Ay-tine
The best way to apply is with our Electric Bug Exterminator or Sprayer. =
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NASHVILLE, TENN., May 27, 1898. ~
J. A. Everitt, Esq.:
DEAR Str—I used Fly Fuma last year on 50 cows in dairy. I am now using it with perfect success. The cows like it, will stand quietly and await their turns. \@ and protection from the torments of flie “‘mos=" One man with Bug ie eee ear £0 over ihe are | Qe tbee ete., they quickt y vesort to its use.
erd in 10 minutes. e cows, after it is used, look as | ‘henay ie if they had been well groomed. By using night and | rendering et Oe PES = = morning the cows are not troubled with flies at all. I also use it on horses with fine results and found it one
alls Teversaw. Ifyou can get a prescription that will
keep flies out of the dairy, and will aot taint milk and
butter, you will deserve the acknowledged thanks of
every dairyman. My cows are shouting your praises on
all sides now. I neglected to say I nsed Fly Fuma on
dogs for fieas and on chickens for lice with perfect suc- eess. Hoping to hear from you soon, I remain,
Yours truly, FRANK McG AVOCK. Mr. McGavock buys a supply of Fly Fuma- every year since sending this report. ? No, re To
LACEY, MIss., May 26, 1898. Rea fue the Erpeaee Bug, Exxtekminator aa | e horn and horse flies sky hig Before I use Fuma my cows came in off the range just covered with ciate it at Bees bit pus witl swt both horn and horse flies. Since using it they come in from force of habit, . 52 as clean as they go out, while other stock is in misery | _PRICE—By express or freight, 1 ine all the time. I would not part te the Exterminator pte 00, 5 gals. $4.00, | os Aen
;. nee | eneek ov tev. Don't expect perfect rebate i diately. Your animais may not appear r to
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wick as lightning—they leave the hen, thesieer ae | LICE Light Out he house, if you use the famous. EVAP: ORAT ING NEST EGG. No trouble to use. You put it in the nest—it does the 7 EVAPORATING That killlice. Keep your fowls healthy. Do not fre
orrot. One under the setting hen will absolutely in R EST EGGS the hen, nest and chicks free ‘from lice and bring ‘ab hatch. ‘Placed in the hen house they will clear it of in short order. No troubleto use. Looks exactly like a real egg. oe 1 for an entire year. ~ Big ene for agents. Doz. peso % doz. 60c Ada 256 for postage if y mail, ~
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tes are greater enemies to poultry-raisers roup, etc. In fact, ofher diseases are alt of lice previously existing to torment get it out of condition, when it is an easy se. Leake’s Lice Exterminator is an in- nedy and every poultry aud stock-raiser ways keep it on the place.
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olute exterminator of the: tormentors of
es Lice Exterminator poultry-rais- y profitable.”’
diate increase in egg production made the ery profitable.”’
ot express our satisfaction. ‘ter it is applied.”’
ot believe without a trial that lice and be so easily killed.”’
Lice and mites
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JARANTEED ANALYSIS. pe enia eRe Biss date 2.65— re per cent : : 7, > —!] ; sé
plete fertilizer and will show good re- any farm crop. We recommend it for nd garden crops. If your ground pro- owth of straw, but-lacks in grain, we our other brand. (See next column.) $25.00 per Ton. 3
Empire Brand
or more farms need more fertilizer than can bi possibly be made on the place. The very ECONO PAY
unfortunate feature of the matter is, that many farmers
ation will surely destroy Lice, Mites and Fleas in houses, on chickens and all other an- 3 ‘imals. No poultry or stock-raiser can afford to be without it another day. . ,
“My feathered friends all go to bed happy to-night after using Leake’s Lice Exterminator.”’
“There is nothing else that pays so well on the farm as chickens, and they paid only half until we used Leake’s Lice Exterminator.”
“By treating the nest with Leake’s Lice Exterminator our setting hens no longer leave their nests before bringing out their chickens.’
“My hen house was so foul with lice and mites that every time I went in to gather the eggs my body would be almost covered with them. I tried many remedies, but none successfully until I used Leake’s Lice Exter- minator. It works like magic.”
Perfectly safe. No trouble to apply with the machine shown above. Full directions on each package.
We manufacture a machine called the ELEcTRIc Bue EXTERMINATOR, whieh affords the simplest and most economical means of applying Leake’s Lice Extermin- ator. lt is also the greatest machine on earth for exter- minating bugs, worms, ete. See elsewhere in this Cat- alogue and above illustration.
The machine mentioned above is not absolutely nec- essary to apply Leake’s Lice Exterminator, but we rec- ommend it highly. Itcan be used almost daily on any farm for all kinds of insect killing and putting Fly Fuma on cows, horses, ete.
Price, 1 qt. 40c, 1 gal. $1.00, 5 gals. $4.00.
Eggs will pay for a quart of LEAKH’S LICE _EXTERMINATOR, which, if used, will last a long time and cause your hens to lay many extra dozens for you.
PULVER!IZED BONE 7 AND POTASH.
ANALY3 Ss. Ae aE TEER Se MANUFACTURED BY AEVERITT, SEEDSMAN
INDIANAPOLIS, ING 4 A Kah Kh
Economy Pulverized Bone and . Potash. .
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS.
Phosphoric acid, available................. 10 —12 percent ‘ ‘© water soluble::.......: 6 — *§ eu. RILEY eMher <2 ones eawag eens caused ince 3.70— 5.50 — ** Ba ROME Merrie tet ieee i Shae 2 —38 us
This is not a complete fertilizer, but is recommended where the ground is well supplied with ammonia or nitrogen and where a rank growth of straw results. It is wonderful in increasing the grain yield of wheat. 200 pounds of this fertilizer, ata cost af about $2.00 per acre, will oftentimes increase the yield of grain 10 bushels or more per acre. $20.00 per Ton.
12 tons) or more is taken, deduct $1.00 per ton. Compare above analyses and prices with any
he market and you will find them the cheapest. ~
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PATENTED i891 AND 1892 IN THE UNITED STATES, GREAT BRITAIN, FRAN AUSTRIA AND BELGIUM.
Phsscuehls Reconstructed and Improved for 1902.
An earnest desire to better the condition of the many cultivators of the soil and make slow, laborious, Prd rapid, easy and pleasant, coupled with many hours 0 ‘thought, labor and experiments, has resulted in the- o) MAN. WEIGHT MACHINES. ier the care Ss at tof every person ohe cultivates the oe ae tents of the next jive pages. J. A. EVERITT, pee 2 pinto ent
Abush much of the Drudgery of « These New Machines - ng the Scil and maKe hereiofore $1.
Hard, Disagreeable Labor Rapid, Easy and Pleasant? @ @ a They comprise far more combinations than any other line of hand tools made. eve -
Hoes, Cuitivaters, Harrows , Drills, etc., singie and double wheel. The owner cia Man Weig bination has tools for almost every possible work that comes upin pine and cultivar
These great machines were invented by J. A. Everitt in 1891, Sod petal ‘ly
roved since, The great advantage of this invention can be partly und 21
y studying the accompanying illustrations, but no person can fully their grand advantages until he uses the machines. They area great boo all cultivators of the soil, and must be classed with the great inventions of age, yet they are so simple that the natural question with every one is, ‘ Way did I not think of that?” And so nicely do they fill a want existing with th ou sands of gardeners, nurserymen, seedsmen, florists and farmers Sere after 1 first trial, they invariably conclude to “never do without them. the Weight Cultiv ators are worth their weight in silver, if not in gold, who cultivates the soil. All who have used the machines: unanimous: y them in the strongest language they know how to use. We have heare ble, shrewd gardeners remark, “I would not seli mine for $25.00;" ‘$i would not temptme to do without it one season,” ete. They are th ly chines we know of that suggest. merit and practical utility at first sig sell without a trial. . The” first es
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Cae of. + hen ee i his order for the frat ofie wé could make. Other gardeners at once ac- wledged that itis just what they want, and many remarked that ‘‘if all gard- new of these machines they could not be made fast enough to supply the d.” A trial by any person will demonstrate the wonderful utility of these 1e8, and the person possessing them will make it impossible for his neigh- 0 compete with him in raising crops. : : re are several features on the Man-Weight Tools which are novel and make vastly. superior to any other hand power or horse machines: ‘mention the push bar. In operation. the body is inclined forward, thus part of the weight of the body off the ground and directing it against the e. In this way the machine is propelled by the welghbt of the body. with- ny muscular exertion whatever, until you pass a certain point, when mus- ar effort begins. ‘fo push this machine across the field, in ordinnry work, is harder than to walk across empty handed. Your weight does the work. out this machive all your weight is wasted on the ground. means of the push bar we propel and guide the machine, hence the drag 2an be hinged and are adjust ; ‘. able in all directions; thus ols attached to the drag bars <—————- perform the work just as a Z WN ing all around the plants. It \@ does complete work at one quired. See illustrations on ’ obtained, the amount of quality of the work, are far nearly equaling horse power quality of the work is far work.
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¥ ler would in your hands, work e only cultivator made that tion. No afterhoeing is re- age. Asis evident, the power ork that can be done and the excess of any other hand tool, quantity, while the perior te horse power
This illustration is of an old style rigid machine. Notice the strip of uncultivated ground. The work is only half done; the balance must be done with the hoe. See the view be- low. The work is complete; no hoe- ing after the Man-Weight machines.
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FA ‘rae cs oa tia, es ae par. vega el ce oe a. . ustration shows the Man-Weight Cultivator saving a plant that was out of line with the othersin the row. Notice ag baris thrown to theright. Hither or both drag bars may be moved to right or left or up or down without chang- direction of the wheels. Perfect adjustability is obtained in these machines. he ; ‘
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ad Poiuis of Everiti’s Man-Weight Machines rs not Possessed by any Other.
Man power is applied from the breast or other parts of body. No inconvenience is suffered. ;
_ The power is applied by a natural inclination or lean he body as for rest against any object. f
3. Hand-cultivating work is done almost without work. 4. Big work is done with ease and comfort to the oper-
At the same time he can do more work in a garden or , ete., without a horse than with one.
does better work than a horse cultivator or any RE GHIbEVELOTS cr seks “ye
h hands are free to guide the tools around the “eae oa pared with Ath rae man-power is multiplied many Imes do ab the amount
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given piece of ground with this machine than with a horse taachine. :
10. The expense of keeping a horse can often be saved.
il. Plants an be cultivated oftener, and hence matured earlier, with a greater yield, with this machine than with any other. In this way the machine can be made to pay foritsely several times every year.
12. A Man-Weight combined machine affords more sep- arate tools and will do a greater variety of work than any other machine on the market. A
13. You can better afford to pay $25.00 for an Up-to-Date Man-Weight Combination than use any of the old style ma- chines if you could get them for nothing. Remember this in making a selection. 7
14. If time is money and ease of doing your work an ob- ject you better buy an improved Man-Weight Combination at oe our price than take an old style hand push machine ase P
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This machine is intended for all : work on the farm where for any rez horse machine cannot be used, ground is limited and inten: practiced. It will work astri and cultivate, hoe or plow bot row atonce. For this purpose ‘
Nurserymen, Small Freit | Growers, Tobacco Growers,
Onion Growers,
Small Farmers and
% @: Everybody who power tools heretofore constructe Plants Seeds admit of adjustability as required as*t and ‘Cultivates progressed, but if the rows were croc ei Pink * se Date pss it ie bee ee 3 SO Wi e a Gao. SAAAA AS ee, oR
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This illustration shows the Man-Weight Cultivator in high stuff. Also it shows the push-bar to all walk beside the row instead ofastride. (It can be used either way.) This corstructionis very popular,
work, requiring after-hoeing to cut out the weeds between the hills in the row admits of perfect adjustability ; every inch of surface can be stirred between the rows the plants in the row. Every cultivator of the soil will appreciate this. It can also one wheel and one tool for marking out. It is capable of doing almost € _-variet imaginable, and will save more time and hard work on the farm than almost y Two machines can be shipped by freight for the same cost as one. ‘With each m
five sets of tools, and others can be obtained as extras. See page 124. sig 4 ean Shy
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Price, $8.00. ee . “) > i Riga? ae Single wheel machine, which does not admit of the m . is 73) kd ~ me ; Pat ao noe < 3 he (422) mi i Shee 2
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cA Drill that will plant seeds ATTN Zp - The person who does not é 3 as desired is a most-impor- a want to buy the entire combi- tant machine for every farmer, nation can buy any part and “gardener and trucker. Our get the balance in the future. Drill is capable of the greatest t To illustrate: $6.00 buys a sin- "variety of work, from sowing gle wheel machine; for $2.00 in a poe iniene row to plant- more he can make it a com _ ing in hills 8, 6, 12, 24 and 48 bined single and double. Foz _ inches ee Our Drill for $4.00 more he can procure the : 1902 has been greatly improved Drill attachment. If you have over the former patterns; in a Drill complete, for $2.00 you fact, entirely reconstructed. As can get the cultivating tools to now constructed, with reason- make a Combined Cultivator ‘able care it will last many and Drill. The single wheel . years and be a constant source machine is not advised alone, eof profit and satisfaction to the as it is suited for only a few Scar: With the Man-Weight things and costs nearly as much Drill-a great saving of seed is as a combined machine.
effected over hand planting, | besides putting the seed in straight rows so the plants may be the most economically cul- tivated. Where the plants are wanted to stand at regular in- tervals apart, the Man- Weight D rill puts the seed at the exact spot. Smail farmers can plant -
One can scarcely believe, without see- ing it tried, how much a man can do in a garden or nursery with one of these machines, without working hard.
AMERICAN TRIBUNE.
The Man-Weight Hoe and Cultivator will prove a great boon to all cultivators of the soil, as it not only accomplishes its work in the most perfect manner, but does so with the least possible out- lay of strength on the part of the worke
ers. AMERICAN AGRICULTURIST.
With the Man-Weight Cultivator, cul- tivating and hoeing can be done With one operation much better and cuicker
than with the horse cultivator and hand hoe. Gardeners and others who have been using the old style hand tools, which at best only do partial work, will not be ‘slow to appreciate the advantages of this machine, as its perfect ad- ~~, justability allows it to do com- [AZ plete work at one operation. ee . PRAIRIE FARMER.
Every package of your seeds Was as represented and our gar- % y MR! a : den shows it. Hundreds of peo- chine is thrown out of © c ple ask why our garden is so far
vanes’ oftheirs. JI just tell them I buy Everitt’s O. K. Seeds 8 ear and the flow of seed stopped by simply and work it with Everitt’s Man-Weight Cultivator. Here is
3 i itself this season. ppulling a wire. The seed is covered, the soil dewould nob he without it for $25.00" TORE: Sib Des Seo irmed over it and the next row marked all at PETER TREGESSER, Tipton, Ind. -s . 7 she Your Man-Weight is the greatest and best tool for cultivat- one operation. The wheels on all our Drills oa ing the ground that Lever saw. S. V. VEST, Houston, Tex.
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3 hia 9 Your Man-Weight is a great success. A great triumph. Sultivators are 18 inches high, placed 12 inches a) Ne ae part, insuring a steady movement even over] 1 have been using band push cultivators, but the Man-
round moderately smooth. The rims of the | Weiebtis tar ahead of them. SIMMONS, Clinton; Mich.
Wheels are broad and can be moved easily over | Other igte omic can be made and used on the Man- “a : ' ar ek “1,5 Weight machines. In this respect its possibilities are almost y sandy ground. The Man-Weight Drill is | yyiinited and this feature should interest people engaged in the best and when the propelling features are | ‘te production of special crops. sid I viewed several hand made machines in Dayton, but none nsidered it is pe far ahead of all competing | appeared as good as a Man-Weight. After a thorough test I SEE find it as good as 1 could obtain and will pay for itself in one ines. season. 0. 8S. ADAMS, Osborn, O. ice of Drill, no- eurenraehur attach- | .1 am 63 years old and a farmer all my life. The Man- ats. $10. 00. ‘Combined Cultivator and Weight is ahead of anything I ever saw yet.. I think there : Fe ~“™ | Will-be a great demand for them, 7 dips 00." a ad combination. > WM, F. WIRT, Hudson, Mich. (223) a
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We furnish with each Combined Cultivator two each Nos. A20 and 24, leach Nos. 16, 17, E16, E18, 23L and 23R; with Single Machine ‘teach Nos. A20, 17. E18, 23L and 24. Besides the attachments Tegu- larly furnished’ with the machines, we can furnish a number of
extra attachments, as illustrated. The value of some
tachments every farmer or gardener who has used them on large
horse cultivators will understand.
All machines are boxed for shipment and any one or combination In fact, two weigh about 100 pounds, and it will make a saving of freight if two are shipped ai a time.
weighs less than 100 pounds.
PRICE LisST OF ATTACHMENTS.
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In the list R stands for right, | if by freight | If by mail, add L for left. | orexpress. | for postage. Nos. 92 or 23 not made nOW............05--- SF a oe ei ane ees 71a IE: 6 31 6! 1 pepe na RR en ae e eer | 25e | 13¢ = A20, DADCRE PISS ee BO eae 22¢ 10¢ *¢ -B20, 4 inch (not showD)..........%.2 30¢ 22¢ pe SR Li tig Wears ei al Rerh heaton 6 SN | 30¢ 15¢ AN (9 DS AR OT IS. Aas 5 eh evnd eo teers 25¢ 15¢ ; oj pel SPA CGY ey a OF RARE ORC i en 40¢ 24¢ ‘¢ 36, larger plow (not shown)......... 50e 40¢ — pee 2: Rakes Pid aeocsnc vs cpucs sere ROE 25¢ 22¢ 30, Gang Bar with 5 Bolts... 35¢ 22¢ = eyes ie Disc, Gane oF Dywp. sees 7de Can’ tbe mail’d 23h, ¥ 37, Diamond Points Epi e i fee Aer 79¢ «< 32, Onion Set Harvester......0....... joe 3
No. 30 Gang Bar fitted with three 1 inch Shovels or three 2 inch — SHOVEIS; CACH. es ..ac. coos testes Mecca eee noe ee eae eee
Same, with both sets of No. 34, Shields.
amoutt of earth thrown to them.. -each 25¢,
No: 33 beat Gas 45 25 yc: beach os seen coeeeene ...each 20c, by mail
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PER CENT DISCOUNT will be allowed to anyone ke] ©O oi our customers of former years for Man-Weight Ma- chines. Give date (year) when machine was bought
| when youorder. This improved machine, we believe, is as near
for us.
A combined Man Weight Drill, Hoe, Cultivator, Harrow, Pies etc, ucts double wheel, with all coribinatiane: is the most valuable machine any farm gardener can own and will be almost his constant companion from spring It combines many machines in one.
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Some nine years ago I pbianed ef you two Man-Weight Cultivators. They gave entire satisfaction, but are now worn out. Therefore send us one new one with Drill.
SKIOLD SIMESEN, Salta, Argentine Republic.
gune 17, 1900.
The Man-Weight has comeandI think it a grand garden tool. It beats anything I ever saw.
March il, 1901. 0. W. HOWELL, New Haven, O.
Man-Weight is a daisy. M.S. McCURDY,
July 20, 1900. Stansberry, Mo.
Please send me your catalogue of Man-Weight garden tools. I bought one some time age and want another.
Aug. 3, 1900. B. F. FELT, JR., Spencer, Ta.
I am highly pleased with a Man-Weight Cultivator.
Please send me price of a seed attachment. Jan. 15, 190i. O. E. SNIDER, Lexington, Ve.
The person who buysa Man- Weight Combination gets many machines in one, and more capacity than can be obtained in several distinct machines of other makes. It is multum in parvo. ;
I took the Man-Weight inmy garden and cultivated two acres of peas with it. It did all that you claimed. I am much pleased with it. E, W. HILDEBRAND,
July 19, 1900. Southport, Ind.
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The Man-Weight is indeed a very excellent and practical |
machine, saves much labor, doing the work of planting and | cultivating with ease and rapidity. J.B. LEEDOM,
June 19, 1900. Albion, Neb.
Ihave been using your Man-Weight machine with great success and could not do withoutit. I send you names of parties interested in it. H, M. SANER,
May 28, 19u0. Schaumburg, Hl.
Thisis avery great inu or a Tt uses the combined weight and strength of the body and relieves the hands, which can guide the tools like a hoe,
perfect as human ingenuity can make it, ‘and comprises all the good features of the Man-Weight tools, with all the weaknesses of the early machines removed. We will not make this dis- eount, nor any discount, io any but former customers for Man-Weight Machines, and only one to a customer. ebject is te furnish them with a machine with ali faults removed and which will be a permanent advertisement
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I received Man-Weight. Have tried it rs think a whole thing. I think I have induced J_S. Palmer to for one. Js. SEN Hillsdz
May 5, 1900.
*Tam pleased with the os and most parhicmarty an-Weight. I thinkit is best of the kind that I ever May 14, 1900. J.Z. SMITH, Hadley, Ky
I received seeds and SN Tam and much ple with the Man-Weight. It beats all the han bese: ach and I would not trade it for a dozen of them. _
March 31, 1900. FRANK L. BROWN, Perry
Last season I bought a Man- -Weight, and a ) want the agency for it here. .S | Feb. 10, 1900. Montana
J. A. EVERITT, DEAR Str—I have been trying t | you for two years, soI could get one of your M | machines. I yvas fortunate enough to get yow | few days ago from a party who is usi ae eee _Tsaw your machines over three years ago and at o its superior merit over anything else I ever sa ais 1 despaired of getting your address and woul bought a ——_——, but now Iam glad I don’ would never have been satisfied with it after : Please send catalogue. . DR. HAMILTON, ¢ oe
The power to operate the Man- Weight 7 ceriain point is the weight of the-bedy,. vaeheghe ground if not used through the machine. It t34 : muscular effort. of ex:
Am much pleased with the Main ee ; with it inan hour than a good man years old. “ . W. He
I never in my life had my hands. work than the Man-Weight. Several first said “no ind "but are
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of Wiexouchucad Poultry for yy | Hatching, and Poultry pct cece a
_ The Seep industry is a great one, whether considered as a SES mp business or as a side line, as conducted to a greater or LB. oe extent by every farmer and gardener. Whoever undertakes to produce poultry or eggs, whether on a large or small scale, | should plan for the best resuits, which can only be obtained th: ough good stock and proper care ot the same.
_We urge such of our friends who receive this catalogue and
o have a mongrel ws of peas to start improvements in eir tlocks this year. A good thoroughbred flock of fowls may e made a source of profit by supplying your neighbors outside f the regular commercial channels. Let us also caution our | readers against keeping old hens; one year old hens lay the
mosteggs. Two year olds lay quite well, but old hens will not | lay enough to pay for their keep. For greatest egg production | tl flock should be renewed each year.
YT IR G Are fresh and true to variety. They can be J shipped by Express only. We will pack with
s eat care, but in common with all other shippers we cannot guarantee the haich, as this depends largely on conditions over which we have ~ 10 contro “BARRED PLYMOUTH ROCK—For general purposes may be justly en- titled the ‘‘Farmer’s Fowl.” They are very hardy, most excellent layers an one of the very best market fowls. Eggs, $1.50 per 13; $2.50 per 26.
BUFF PLYMOUTH ROCK—Rich, buff-plumage, golden yellow legs; the finest of this family. Eggs, Rs 00 per 13; $3.25 per 26.
WHITE PLYMOUTH ROCK—Have all ae good points of the oun
Rock breed. Prolificiayers and good mothers. Having a pity full breast
} and bright lemon- -yellow skin, they possess good characteristics for table pur- poses. Their white plumage isvery attractive. A money-making breed. Eggs,
$1.50 per 13; $2.50 per 26.
BUFF LEGHORNS—This Leghorn, on account of wonderful qualities as Leghorn.
an egg producer and early maturity, is bound to become popular. The Buff is the best of this class. Plumage,
a beautiful buff. Eggs, $2.00 per 18; $8.25 per 26.
BROWN AND WHITE LEGHORNS_Single Comb—They mature very early, and make good table fowls.
Splendid layers, producing large eggs. Eggs, $1.50 per 13; $2,50 per 26.
4 : spe aN AND WHITE LEGHORNS—Rose Combed—Similar to above except the comb. Eggs, $1.50 per 13;
$2.50 per
UEF COCHINS—They thrive wellin smallest yards, and are most excellent winter layers. Eggs, $1.50 per 13; $2.59 per 26.
WHITE COCHEINS—Very hardy and make exéellent broilers. Mature early, good winter layers. Price of eggs, Same <) as Buff Cochins.
PATRIDGE COCHINS—Attractive appearance and large size. Price of eggs, same as Buff Cochins mentioned above.
WHITE W VANDOTTES—Unusually hardy. Most excel- lent layers. Good mothers. Plumage pure white. Eggs, $1.60 per 13; $2.50 per 26.
GOLDEN W WANDOTTES— Color, golden laced with black, general characteristics same as other Wyandottes. Eggs, $1.50 per 13; $2.50 per 26.
BUFF WYANDOPTES—This new breed will outlay any other of the Wyandottes.. A grand fowl in every respect. Wyan- dottes are enjoying great popularity. Eggs, $2.00 per 13; $3.00 per 26.
WOew DANS—The famous French breed. They are a splendid table fowl, having fine close-grained meat. Good egg producerxs, laying the largest egg of the non-setting breeds. Eggs, $1.50 per 13; $2.50 per 26.
CORNISH INDIAN GAMES—Of fine table quality. Its breast is a solid chunk of meat; skin a rich yellow; weight 7 to 9 pounds; color rich brown penciled lighter; fairly good layers; best setters. Eggs, $1.50 per 13; $2.50 per 25.
LIGHT OB DARK BRAHMAS—No breed makes larger or better broilers, at 8 to 10 weeks, than the Brahmas. Very do- cile. Price for either Light or Dark Brahma eggs, $1.50 per 13;
Ree PUA 1 LANGSHANS—Early t t to al . BELAC —Harly to mature; grow to a large ee ad a size. Good layers all the yearround, Eggs, $1.50 per 13; $2.50 per 26. WHITE PEKIN DUCKS—True improved strain. Best broilers. Far ahead of the Muscovy duck for market euler, Baring duck known. When fat will weigh from 6to 7 poundseach. Six eggs, 75c; 13 for $1.50. MMOTH RRONZE TURKEYS—The most profitable breed for market. It leads the Turkey family in size, qual- y of flesh and beauty. Hens will lay as many as 50eggs in aseasonif préperly fed and cared for. Six eggs, $1. 75; 13 for $3.25,
TFOULGUSE GEESE—This bréed is universally acknowledged to be the finest breed in existence. hey cannot be ex- sled for weight, standard weight for an adult gander neing 25 pounds; adult geese, 23 pounds. In color they are dark gray. very person who wants to raise the best geese will not be without the Toulouse, Six eggs, $1.75; 13 eggs, $3.50.
CRUSHED O¥STER SHELLS —2,000 lbs. 1 ton $12.00, 1,000 Ibs. $6.00, 500 lbs. $3. 30; 200 Ibs. $1.40, "100 Ibs. Tbe, 50 lbs.
Dc, 25 lbs. 25c, 10 lbs. 15c, 5 lbs. 10e.
PEAR GRIT, PURE—2,000 lbs. 1 ton $15.00, 1,000 Ibs. $7.50, 500 Ibs. $4.00, 200
3. $1. 80, 100 Ibs. $1. 760, 5 Ibs. 10c.
POAESE GEOUND BONE—200 lbs. $4.00, 100 Ibs. $2.25, 50 lbs. $1.20, 25 lbs. s. 15¢
FIEAT MWEA—2,000 Ibs, 1 ton $32. 00, 1,000 Ibs. $16.50, 500 Ibs. $9.00, 100 lbs.
2.25, 50 Ibs. $1.25.
Ms an, Hed BONE—2,000 lbs, $32.50, 1,000 Ibs. $16.50, 500 lbs. $9.00, 100 lbs.
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RUST’S EGG PRODUCER—Full directions on each box. 1-Ib. box 250, g-1b . box 50c, 6-lb. box $1.00. If by mail add 16e per Jb. for postage.
i WEN’S CLIMAX CONDITION ee ae cal cures disease and keeps
ock and fowls healthy. Price, 14-0z. package, 25c; by mail, 15¢ extra for postage;
Ib. box (eqnal to 8 packages) $1.00; by express at buyer’s expense,
RUST’S HAWVEN’S ROUP PILLS—The best remedy ever discovered for ; catarrh and colds. Price, 25¢ per box of 48 pills, postpaid. =
[E SANITARY FOUNTAIN-—Price, 1 gallon, each, 50c; per dozen, $5.50;
lions, each, $5¢; per dozen, $9.00.
LVANIZED P OULTRY NETTING—Standard quality, 2-inch mesh. , 19 wire, Seritaned i in rolls containing 150 feet in length. We donot sell less quan- Legg subject to change. 18-inch wide, per 150 ft., $1.30; 24-inch wide, per 150 2
75; 36-inch we per 150 ft., $2.60; 48-inch wide, per 150 ft., $3.50; 60-inch wide, Sa 0 POULTRY MARKER —Prico, 250, postpaid.
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