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I B R A R Y
R E O E T JR] J)
1936
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HARDY WATER LILIES
A charming Informal Water Garden may
be created at very moderate expense. Our
Cover Collection (No. L-9) , contains one
of each of the four beautiful Hardy Water
Lilies shown in these two illustrations.
CHROMATELLA. Yellow.
ROSE AREY. Pink.
MARLIAC WHITE. White.
CONQUEROR. Red.
4 Choice Lilies
Postpaid in the U. S.
COLLECTION No. L-9
.20
Value $6.6o
If the Red Lily is omitted,
we will mail the other three
Lilies (Collection No. L-8),
postpaid in U. S. for .
.50
V alue $ 3.90
AKEVIEW
ESTABLISHED 1892
MT. AIRY ,
P0EID5
Cl NCIN N ATI ,
R.C. DOLLE (owrn)
OHIO
* A Large Pool of
Gorgeous Water Lilies
in bloom is a sight
never to be forgotten
i^a islet
We show this photograph as an
appeal to Park Executives and to
owners of large estates. We feel
that City Parks and Public Gardens
are missing a splendid opportunity
for beautification if they overlook
Water Lilies and Aquatic Plants,
and that garden lovers should bring
this to the attention of their Public
Officials. Pools need only 16 to 20
inches of 'water in them to support
these gorgeous plants. Fountains in
lily pools should be turned on only
occasionally — not allowed to run
continuously.
This photograph shows the development which can be expected from a group of only about 16 Water Lilies. Day Bloom¬
ing Tropical Water Lilies are in the foreground, and Hardy Water Lilies are in the background. Both types have many
advantages. Ten Hardy Water Lilies (costing $10.00 to $20.00) and six Tropical Water Lilies (costing $10.00 to Si 5.00)
will produce the magnificent display shown here. (See our listings of Water Lilies, Pages 8 to 11). Aquatic plants re¬
quire very little attention and they are remarkably easy to grow.
"AMERICA'S OLDEST FANCY GOLDFISH FARM
SPECIALTIES:
Japanese Goldfish
Water Hyacinths
Water Lilies
Aquarium
and
Pool Plants
Aquarium Supplies
Tropical Fish
A
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^Lakeview
aSk Ponds
•S - '• J - R.C.DOLLE Proprietor established iB9Z.
f Wholesale Growers J\<juatic Plants & Goldfish
AYT.AII^Y, CINCINNATI, OHIO
"Use Water
Hyacinths f.or
Spawning and in
Outdoor Pools"
Largest Wholesaler
of Ornamental
Aquatic Plants
in the U. S.
Address all
Communications to
Mt. Airy,
Cincinnati, Ohio
February 1, 1936.
PRIVATE SECTION
FOR THE TRADE.
Gentlemen :
We take pleasure in submitting the 1936 edition of "THE GOLDFISH
POOL," our annual Spring Catalogue. In it we list dozens of leading items
for outside pools at money making prices for dealers. Plants, fish and
supplies are grouped in orderly sequence and under each group we list the
best selling items only. Prices are the lowest we have ever been able to
quote. Quality is the best obtainable. If you wish to show our Catalogue
to customers in selling items you do not carry in stock, you can do so by
merely removing the Dealer Section. All items are quoted at retail figures
from which we allow liberal discounts, as the special wholesale prices
listed in this PINK DEALER SECTION show.
We solicit your business on the merits of our goods and our service
and we guarantee your satisfaction on every purchase you make. (See our
guarantees on fish and plants) . If things do at times go wrong we want to
hear all details, and we give you our word, that we will adjust to your
satisfaction any matter in which we are at fault.
Allow us to call your attention to the advantages of early orders
for any of the rarer items listed, as it is difficult to carry a complete
line throughout the entire busy Spring Season. Besides you earn an extra
discount on orders placed before April 5th.
Yours for a PROFITABLE Season !
LAKE VIEW PONDS.
GUARANTEE ON FISH, ETC.
I We GUARANTEE live arrival of Goldfish, Tropical Fish and I
I Scavengers, with these exceptions : We do not guarantee live l
I delivery of extra large Goldfish, or Mated Pairs during the |
= period from May 10th to end of August, and we do not guar- 1
i antee live arrival of Tropical Fish during very cold weather. |
GUARANTEE ON PLANTS
| We GUARANTEE to ship you best quality plants and to have I
l them arrive in good condition. If you are not satisfied with |
i any of our Aquatic Plants or Water Lilies, return them Ex- |
I press Collect to Alt. Airy, Cincinnati, Ohio, same day as |
j received, and we will return your money in full, including any |
! express charges paid by you. Should the damage have been |
I caused by improper handling by the Express Company, hold =
1 shipment, get signed “Received in Bad Order” slip from the |
| expressman and advise us full details at once. We try to ship §
1 all plants true to name. In case of error we will adjust our |
1 mistake, but we will not be responsible for more than the |
| amount paid us for item proven untrue, nor can we guarantee 1
1 growth of plants after they are received by customers, since |
i we no longer have control of such conditions as light, soil, 1
= water and general care.
LAKEVIEW PONDS I
(R. C. Dolle)
SPECIAL ATTENTION!
I We would like to call special attention to the following items
: which we feel EVERY DEALER can order from us to his
I great advantage.
I Hardy Water Lilies . Pages 8, 9
| Tropical Water Lilies . Pages 10, 11
I Lotus . Page 13
| Assortment No. 1 Fancy Goldfish (see next page this section)
1= Common Goldfish, Shubunkins, Moors, Fantails .. Pages 14, 15
| Aquarium Plants . Page 16
| Umbrella Palm, Papyrus, Water Canna, Pickerel
| Plant, Variegated Sweet Flag, Parrot Feather,
1 Water Poppy . Page 18
1 Japanese Snails . Page 19
1 Lakeview Natural Fish Food, in one-quart cans,
1 for Pool use . Page 23
1 Strong, well-made Diji Nets, made by us; guaran-
I teed best obtainable. Nets No. 5, 6, 10, 11 and 13.. Page 23
| Lakeview Water Hyacinths described on fourth page, this
| section.
LAKEVIEW PONDS
DEALER SECTION— 1936
CINCINNATI, OHIO
Quality Merchandise Assures Satisfaction and Profits
1936 Wholesale Prices 1936
SPRING CATALOGUE
The following Dealer Prices are effective February 1, 1936, and
apply to all items listed in our Spring Catalogue for 1936.
TERMS: CASH WITH ORDER unless you have established a
satisfactory credit with us. (This means sending two good trade
references of Wholesale firms with whom you deal on credit
terms.)
3% CASH DISCOUNT is allowed on orders amounting to $10.00
or over and paid full cash with order.
ON ALL EARLY ORDERS received before April 5th we will
allow a 5% CASH DISCOUNT when full remittance accompanies
the order. Shipments will he made as specified when we accept
your order and so notify you.
All merchandise is F. O. B. Cincinnati, Ohio, unless otherwise
stated. Water Hyacinths only are F. O. B. Northern Florida April
1st to June 15th. No wholesale shipments are Prepaid.
PRICES: WTe believe the prices stated herein will hold through¬
out the Spring Season and early Summer, however, due to condi¬
tions beyond our control, we do not guarantee them, and all prices
are subject to change without notice.
ALL SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
We can allow 30% discount from all special collections ordered
by Dealers. Transportation charges are extra as we do not prepay
wholesale orders (except a few items noted). Excellent collec¬
tions may be assembled from our general listings on which dis¬
counts range from 50 to 60% on Goldfish, plants, lilies, etc.
Page 12— VICTORIA REGIA
Plants . Each $6.00
Cut Water Lily Flowers (May 15th to Oct. 1st). 4c, 8c and 12c ea.
F. O. B. Cincinnati. (Not less than $1.00 worth sold.)
Page 13— LOTUS
EGYPTIAN LOTUS (Selected large tubers . 75 each
5 or more . (50 each
AMERICAN LOTUS (Selected large tubers) . . 75 each
5 or more . 50 each
Either variety as potted plant after June 1st . $1.25 each
| Pages 14 and 13— GOLDFISH
I ALL GRADES OF GOLDFISH EXCEPT MATED PAIRS AND I
1 GOLDFISH COLLECTIONS ARE SUBJECT TO 50% DIS 1
= COUNT FROM PRINTED PRICES. Unit prices (i.e., price each) f
= to govern small orders for less than 10 of a kind. Ten or more of one i
= grade are sold at 100 rate. No extra discounts for larger quantities. |
| MATED PAIRS AND GOLDFISH COLLECTIONS — Subject to I
| 30% discount. 1
= SPECIAL ASS’T No. 1 — (Not listed for retail). Our well-known I
| Fancy Goldfish Assortment No. 1: 40% Jap. Fantails, 35% Black 1
| Telescopes, 15% Shubunkins and Calico Fantails, 10% Choice Single I
1 Tail Goldfish. Very fine value for dealers. Ass’t No. 1, 2% to 5" =
| —Per 100, #8.50.
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Page 4 — Century of Progress Collections
30% off, F. O. B. Cincinnati, Ohio.
Page 4— ROCK GARDEN PLANTS
10 Assorted Plants (not named) our selection . Per 10, $1.00
100 Assorted Plants (named) our selection . Per 100, 8.00
Collections of Rock Garden Plants, 30% oil', F.O.B. Cincinnati, O.
Page 7— TUB GARDEN
Tub Garden Collection, 30% off, F.O.B. Cincinnati, O.
24" White Cedar Tubs . Each, $1.35
Pages 8 and 9— HARDY WATER LILIES
These prices are extremely attractive to Dealers. Single plants
are priced at one-half or less of the retail price. In lots of 10 to
25 of a kind your spread is from two to five times the price you
pay us. Remember, we guarantee quality and satisfaction or
money back. See guarantee on plants. 25 of a kind at 100 rate.
Each Per 10 Per 100
ODORATA .
..White .
. $0.15
$1.40
$12.00
ODORATA MINOR
..White .
. 15
1.40
12.00
GLADSTONE .
..White .
. 60
5.50
50.00
MARLIAC WHITE .
..White .
. 50
4.50
35.00
GONNERE .
. . White .
. 1.00
9.00
MEXICANA .
. .Yellow .
. 15
1.40
10.00
CHROMATELLA . .
. . Yellow .
. 40
4.00
35.00
SUNRISE .
. . Yellow .
. 1.00
9.00
W. B. SHAW .
. .Light Pink .
. 50
4.00
35.00
MARY .
. . Light Pink .
. 40
3.50
35.00
ODORATA ROSEA
. .Light Pink .
. 50
4.00
30.00
TUBEROSA ROSEA .
. . Light Pink .
. 35
3.00
30.00
HELEN FOWLER .
.Medium Pink ....
. 50
4.00
35.00
PINK OPAL .
.Medium Pink . . . .
. 75
7.00
65.00
ROSE AREY .
. Dark Pink .
. 60
5.00
40.00
AURORA .
.Apricot .
. 50
5.00
50.00
PAUL HARIOT .
.Apricot .
. 50
5.00
50.00
COMM AN CHE .
.Apricot .
. 75
7.00
70.00
SIOUX .
.Apricot .
. 75
7.50
75.00
Each
Per 10
JAMES BRYDON . . .
.Dark Red .
.$1.25
$12.00
ATTRACTION .
Dark Red .
. 1.00
10.00
CONQUEROR .
.Red .
. 1.25
11.00
GLORIOSA .
.Red .
. 1.25
12.00
( Quantity prices on the expensive varieties furnished on request)
HARDY WATER LILY COLLECTIONS (30% oft'
Express Collect from Cincinnati, Ohio).
Page 10— TROPICAL WATER LILIES £,a0y0tning
BLUE BEAUTY . $ .80 each PANAMA PACIFIC ... $1.00 each
MRS. ED. WHITAKER 1.25 each MRS. GEO. PRING... .75 each
DAUBEN . 50 each MBS. C. W. WARD... .75 each
AUGUST KOCH . 1.00 each GENERAL PERSHING 1.00 each
Pag
e 11— TROPICAL WATER LILIES j&ing
JUNO . $ .75 each OM ARANA . $ .60 each
MISSOURI . 1.00 each EMILY G. HUTCHINGS .75 each
FRANK TRELEASE . . .60 each
SOl'l'.: ALL TROPICAL LILIES are selected strong plants.
FOR EACH ORDER OF' SIX assorted tropical lilies from our list¬
ings. Pages 10 and 11, we will add one extra tropical lily (our
selection) NO CHARGE. All plants carefully wrapped and tagged.
Page 16— AQUARIUM PLANTS
(25
of
a kind at 100 rate)
Per 10
Per 100
No.
1
— Sagittaria (Broad leaf) .
$ .30
$3.00
No.
1A — Sagittaria (Narrow leaf) not described
.30
3.00
No.
2
— Parrot Feather (in bunches) .
.40
4.00
No.
3
— Shell Flower or Water Lettuce .
.70
6.00
No.
4
—Water Hyacinth (See last
page this section) .
2.25 up
No.
5
— Anacharis Gigantea (Large Bunches).
.40
4.00
No.
6
— Ludwigia (Bunches) .
.40
4.00
No.
7
— Myriophyllum (Large Bunches) .
.40
4.00
No.
8
— Valisneria .
.20
1.50
No.
9
— Salvinia (April to December) per pint
.50 ea.
No.
10
— Cabomba (Bunches) .
.40
4.00
Coontail (Large Bunches) .
.40
4.00
Water Poppy .
.60
6.00
Water Snowflake (Plants) .
1.00
Umbrella Palm (2y2" pots) .
.70
7.00
Southern Spatterdock (Plants) .
.60
5.00
Cryptocoryne (Plants) .
2.50
Hair Grass (Dealer Portion) .
.50 ea.
Nitella Flexilis (Dealer Portion) .
.50 ea.
Page 17— WATER HYACINTHS
We supply the finest WATER HYACINTHS in the United States at
$2.25 per 100 up. See Fourth Page this section.
OTHER FLOATING PLANTS
Per 10 Per 100
Water Lettuce (or Shell Flower) . $ .70 $6.00
Water Fern (Large plants) . 60 6.00
Water Fern (Small plants) . 50 per pint
Floating Plant Collection (30% off F. O. B. Cincinnati, Ohio).
Salvinia (April to December) . $ .50 per pint
Azolla . 50 per pint
Duckweed . . . . . . . 50 per % pint
(Mixed Portion Miniatures) Collection No. FM2, 30% off
F. O. B. Cincinnati, Ohio.
Page 18
SHALLOW WATER AND BOG PLANTS
(25 or more of one kind at 100 rate.)
Cattail .
Water Canna (Thalia Dealbata) . !
Indian Arrowhead .
Pickeral Plant .
Sweet Flag, Variegated .
Yellow Flag .
Blue Flag .
Lobelia Cardinal is .
Wild Rice .
Water Poppy .
Water Snowflake (Plants) .
Umbrella Palm (2 pots) .
Parrot Feather (in bunches) .
Creeping Water Hyacinths .
Primrose Creeper .
Floating Heart .
Spider Lily .
Papyrus .
Per 10
Per 100
$ 5.00
12.00
5.00
5.00
10.00
10.00
. 1.00
8.00
. 1.50
12.00
5.00
6.00
. 1 .110
. .70
7.00
4.00
. .80
8.00
. .60
6.00
. 1.70
15.00
. 1.50
15.00
* DEALER LIST CONTINUED INSIDE REAR COVER *
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1892
FORTY-FOURTH YEAR
19 3 6
A FEW WOR DS
ABOUT . . . .
LAKEVIEW PONDS
. . "America’s Oldest
Fancy Goldfish Farm"
Below — Our new building, erected 1931, housing general office, shipping
room, and a new greenhouse. A complete new unit 80' x 30', two stories
high. Also a view of two of “The Lakeview Ponds.”
THIS is the Forty-
Fourth year since
our business was
founded. Since 1892,
we at Lakeview have
grown and sold mil¬
lions of Goldfish and
Aquatic Plants. We
have ample production
facilities to supply
your needs in Aquatic
Plants and Fish, and as
a result of over forty
years experience in
this highly specialized
business, we can give you quality products
that are unsurpassed, and that are sure to
more than satisfy you.
Lakeview Aquatic Products go to every
State in the Union. Hence do not hesitate to
order our Goldfish or Water Lilies though you
live a thousand miles or more from Cincin¬
nati. We have unexcelled shipping facilities
from our farms, and
from our new Cincin¬
nati Railway Terminal.
Here your order will
\ have the attention of
)! experienced special¬
ists. With careful pack¬
ing, efficient service,
and dependable trans¬
portation, you can be
quite sure of safe de¬
livery. (For business
terms see inside rear
cover.)
We invite you to visit us in Cincinnati.
The sketch below shows the location of our
main farm in MT. AIRY, a suburb of Cincin¬
nati. We operate one of the very few real
farms within the Corporate limits of the
famous city of Cincinnati, and we carry one of
the most complete assortments of Water Gar¬
den Supplies in the United States.
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To Our Customers and Friends:
With this 1936 Edition of “THE GOLDFISH
POOL” we at LAKEVIEW greet our hundreds of
Customers and Friends throughout the United States,
and we wish to express our appreciation for your
valued patronage. We list many very attractive and
inexpensive items and we suggest that you place your
orders as early as you can, so that shipments may be
reserved and made at the proper time.
Water Gardening is one of the most wholesome
hobbies of our day and we are happy to assist in its
development. If we can help you in any way, please
feel free to visit our farm or to write us.
Sincerely yours,
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Copyright 1936 — R. C. Doi.le.
This sketch shows location of our main farm in MT. AIRY, CIN¬
CINNATI, OHIO. Easily accessible from all points. VISITING
HOURS: Daily, 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Saturdays, same hours,
except in July and August, to 4:00 P.M. SUNDAYS AND HOLI¬
DAYS FROM MARCH 15 TO JUNE 30, 8:00 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M.
OTHER SUNDAYS AND HOLIDAYS, 10:00 A.M. TO 12:00
NOON. (Note: Street address is 5579 Colerain Are .)
4
Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
Forty-Fourth Year
Our World’s Fair Display Pool
was Admired by Thousands
Win Your Garden Club Prize with a Century of Progress Collection.
This picture shows our 40-foot Formal Brick
Pool in the garden of the Brick House,
Modern Homes Group at the Century of
Progress, Chicago World’s Fair. It was
visited and admired by more people than
any other pool at the Fair.
Lakeview ponds was an
official exhibitor in the
Modern Homes Group at
the Century of Progress World’s
Fair in 1933 and 1934. Our mag¬
nificent Formal Pool was ad¬
mired by OVER SIX MILLION
visitors. It was photographed
thousands of times.
We now offer specimens of the
same varieties of Goldfish, Water
Lilies and Aquatic Plants which
we exhibited in this pool. In
honor of the Fair we call them
our “Century of Progress Collec¬
tions.” We have divided our ex¬
hibit into four collections so
that owners of small or medium¬
sized pools can now secure a
part of our memorable exhibit.
CENTURY OF PROGRESS
WATER LILY COLLECTION No. LC5
This collection consists of one of each
variety of the Water Lilies used in our
Display Pool at the Century of Progress.
HARDY LILIES
Gladstone . (White)
James Brydon . (Red)
Chromatella . (Gold)
Commanche . (Apricot)
TROPICAL LILIES
Juno, Night Blooming . (White)
Frank Trelease, Night Blooming .. (Red)
Mrs. Pring . (White)
Blue Beauty . (Blue)
Collection No. LC5,
Prepaid in U. S..
$
.95
NOTE — These Hardy Lilies and
Tropical Lilies may be had in separ¬
ate collections as follows:
CENTURY OF PROGRESS
GOLDFISH COLLECTION No. GC6
Thirty-six assorted Goldfish of seven
Species, with two or more of each of the
kinds we exhibited at the Century of
Progress Chicago World’s Fair. All
choice medium sized fish (4-5"). These
lish make a beautiful assortment for
any size pool, and can produce many
babies each year.
10 Selected Common Goldfish, 4-5".
6 Choice Comets, 4-5".
6 Choice Sliubunkins, 4-5".
2 Choice Nymphs, 4-5".
6 Choice Japanese Fantails, 4-5".
2 Choice Calico Fantails, 4".
4 Choice Chinese Moors, 4".
6 Tadpoles, 6 Black Ramshorn Snails,
6 Japanese Snails, 6 Water Hya¬
cinths, 2 Shipping Cans.
36 Fish, 18 Scavengers, 6 Water Hya¬
cinths — Total, 60 items (Value, $13.40).
Special Collection price
F. O. B. Cincinnati. Ship-
ment by Express . f
4 Hardy Lilies as above.
Collection No. LC6,
Postpaid in U. S .
4 Tropical Lilies as above.
Collection No. TLC4,
Prepaid in U. S .
CENTURY OF PROGRESS
AQUATIC PLANT COLLECTION No.PC4
This choice group of pool plants in¬
cludes specimens of all the varieties of
water plants (except Water Lilies) used
in our display pool at Chicago. The col¬
lection consists of 36 choice plants,
enough for a medium or large pool.
3 Water Cannas, 3 Umbrella Palms,
6 Assorted Bog Plants, 3 Bunches of
Parrot Feather, 6 Water Poppies, 2
Water Lettuce, 1 Creeping Water Hya¬
cinth, 12 Floating Water Hyacinths.
(Value, $6.30.)
Special Collection No. PC4,
Postpaid in U. S .
Rock Garden Plants
MANY Goldfish Pools the built as a part of, or
in conjunction with, a Rock Garden, and in¬
deed these two forms of Gardening do blend
most harmoniously in certain settings. We offer
some of the best species of small hardy plants suit¬
able for growing among rocks, in a rock garden, or
around the edge of your pool.
7 ASSORTED ROCK PLANTS,
Our Selection . $1.00
Collections of Rock Garden Plants
2 each of 7 kinds of Rock Plants (Tagged).
| Our selection.
Collection No. R1 .
Postpaid in U. S.
| 2 each of 14 kinds of Rock Plants (Tagged).
| Our selection.
i Collection No. R2 .
Postpaid in U. S.
50 assorted Rock Plants in 15 or more
1 varieties (Tagged). Our Selection.
Collection No. R3 .
Prepaid in U. S.
$2-io
$3.ss
$6-50
This photograph shows a beautiful Pool well planted with lovely
Water Lilies and built in a most charming Natural setting. The high
ground to the right has been converted into a very fine Rock Garden.
Gardening such as this wins the praise of all visitors and we con¬
gratulate the owners, Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Myers, of Boone, Iowa,
on their splendid accomplishment.
Forty-Fourth Year
Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
5
Al ways — 7/Thc Most Interesting Spot
in The Garden!77 . .
Here are a Few Interesting Photographs
Sent by Our Customers
OF ALL the forms of Gardening, the growing of Goldfish and
Water Lilies right in your own pool, is the most fascinating
relaxation, and can easily be the most successful.
Water Gardening is now more popular than ever before, for no
longer is it an expensive hobby. If you haven’t a pool, plan now
to build one. And if you already have a Water Garden, beautify
it with some of our Gorgeous Goldfish and lovely Water Lilies.
Mr. Ernest Schultz, of Janesville, Wisconsin,
takes for his inspiration a famous lighthouse and
has built his pool to resemble the rivers and a
Great Lake o’er which the friendly ray of the
light shines forth at night. Running water flows
down from a concealed faucet in the rocky
“cliff.”
Really, the care of a pool is very easy.
Every member of the family will enjoy a Goldfish Pool. Men
have always held any form of “Fishing” as their especial province,
and in many families the pool is the husband’s main interest in
the garden. However, their wives love the pool, too, and it would
be hard for us to answer whether more men or women indulge in
this stimulating hobby. Older members of the family love to sit
by the pool and watch the fish, and to feed them occasionally.
And when Junior is around Grandpa has a dozen interesting ques¬
tions which must be answered !
This very attractive Informal Pool is a favorite spot in the garden of
Mr. Wainwright A. Bolton of Cheviot, a suburb of Cincinnati. The
miniature Old Mill with its paddle wheel, is turned by the overflow
from the pool. Lakeview Water Lilies are in the foreground, three
stately and distinctive plants of “Variegated Flag” near the rock, and
Water Hyacinths in the background.
This is a perfectly kept Formal Pool in a lovely setting. It was
designed by Mr. E. R. Hern, a prominent Electrical Engineer, for his
home in Charleston, W. Va. Mr. Hern has some of our finest Goldfish,
and, being a Chemist, his fish now enjoy filtered water, electrically cir¬
culated. The pool is also illuminated by underwater lights at night.
This little Miss is pouring water in her Daddy’s
pool way up at beautiful Malone, New York.
Her Daddy is Mr. H. L. McEntire, an oil man,
and all will go well in his pool so long as the
young lady uses — just water!
From Sedalia, Indiana, Mrs. R. O. Bell sends us
these two lovely pictures of herself, her children,
her splendid pool, and a view of the farm in the
background. We congratulate her on all scores!
Here is a proof that modern farm life can have
all the joys of the city — and more!
From your Goldfish Pool you will absorb the restfulness of
the quiet water. Whenever you care to investigate it, a new world
of life will unfold. Indeed, you will then agree with us, that your
pool is “the most interesting spot in the garden.”
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Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
Forty-Fourth Year
Building a Goldfish
By Following These Suggestions You Will
Have a Pool to be Proud of!
BEFORE building a pool, certain questions in
your mind should be answered. You will want
to decide WHAT KIND OF POOL you would
like, what SIZE it shall be, and WHERE to put il.
May we suggest if you have not decided what kind
of pool to build, that you will be aided by a careful
study of the various pictures in this Catalog.
There are, in general, two kinds of pools. The Formal,
which includes all the geometrical shapes such as round,
square, rectangular, etc., and the Informal or irregularly
shaped pools, which lend themselves very well to a naturalistic
background, or a rock garden effect. Both types are equally
popular and offer equal possibilities for decorative effect.
As for size, the space available, the amount of investment,
the number of lilies wanted, etc., should be considered. In
general, a water surface of 10 x 7 feet (70 square feet) would
be considered a good medium sized pool. This would easily
accommodate a collection of 6 to 8 water lilies, some lotus,
bog plants, floating plants, and a nice assortment of fish.
Also it would not be very expensive to build, especially if the
work is done by the owner as a spare-time occupation.
In discussing the location, consider the availability of
sunlight, as water lilies must have quite a bit of sun to bloom
profusely. However, the shadow from a nearby tree or build¬
ing, which may fall over the pool on hot summer afternoons,
will not be unwelcome; especially to the fish, as this may
keep the pool from becoming too hot for the comfort of Gold¬
fish in July and August. However, we would rather have
more sunlight than not enough.
INFORMAL POOLS
An attractive informal pool of anv size may be built with¬
out forms by simply hollowing out the chosen space to the
desired shape. When the ground is prepared, the sides trimmed
to a slope of approximately 35 to 45 degrees, and the fllled-in
spots rammed hard, you are ready for the reinforcing wire.
For this purpose the %-inch deformed steel rods laid in 12-inch
squares will be best for large pools, but farm fencing of No. 9
to No. 12 gauge wire, in mesh not over 6 inches each way, will
be easier to lay and prove very satisfactory. Reinforcing is
necessary in concrete pools and your work may be for nothing
if it is omitted, as the bottom or sides may then leak hope¬
lessly through cracks.
Even steel or wire may not be an absolute preventive of
cracks, but should a crack develop in a reinforced surface, the
pieces will hold tightly together and the crack may be made
watertight by cleaning the surface, drying thoroughly and
pouring in melted roofing tar. Another good method is to chip
away a little concrete on both sides of crack, dampen with
water, then tamp in a nearly dry mixture of 1 part cement to
2 parts fine sand. This can then be painted over with a cement
and water paste, and the pool will be as good as ever. When
wire fencing is used, allow it to overlap 6 inches at the joints,
and when pouring, raise or move it so it will be in the middle
of the concrete surface. We recommend 4 to 6 inches of con¬
crete for informal pools, believing that the extra thickness may
save you a great deal of trouble in the long run. An overflow
and drain like the one shown on Page 5 should be provided —
however, this can be omitted if the water is to be syphoned off.
Rock decorations will add to the natural appearance.
If Goldfish are to be wintered in an informal pool, it must
have an area of at least 4 feet diameter, having a depth of at
least 30 inches from top of pool, so as to allow 24 inches of
water during the winter.
I Ills photograph shows a well-made informal pool just ready for
planting. _ Notice the submerged lily boxes and the two long boxes
for planting shallow water plants. (See also Page 25.)
Pool is Real Fun!
This sectional drawing shows the construction of a small formal pool
of 7 x 5 feet surface with side walls 8 inches thick. A better size is
7 x 10 feet inside water surface. (See text below.)
FORMAL POOLS
Of all the formal types of pools, the rectangular shape,
about 7x10 feet or 8 x 12 feet is the most popular, and very
easy to make. In firm ground it is sometimes possible to dig
a narrow trench (6 to 8 inches wide) to the required depth and
to pour the walls without forms or with low forms for the top
part, if walls are to extend above the ground level. When this
method is followed, the reinforcing wire mesh (Farm Fencing is
very good) is now put into the trench and concrete poured.
Then after two days the center can be dug out and the bottom
poured, being careful to get a good joint later when applying
the smooth coat with brush and trowel.
PLACING THE FORMS — If forms are to be used (see
above), usually the inner forms only are needed, and the whole
pool can be dug out at one time. Be careful not to cave in the
sides ■while placing forms, and place forms to set up six inches
to allow room for the bottom, so that when the bottom is poured
it will knit well with the side walls. For the same reason, try
to pour the whole pool in one operation. Reinforcing wire must
be used to get a strong leak-proof pool. Farm fencing of No. 9
to No. 12 gauge wire with mesh 3 to 6 inches apart will be very
satisfactory and should be kept near the center of the walls and
bottom, i.e., in the center of the concrete when poured. We
recommend 6 inches of concrete for sides and bottom of this
type nool.
The slope shown on cut on Page 25 is desirable, but not
necessary. (See winter care of pools. Page 25.) A drain should
be provided before the concrete is poured; however, this can be
omitted if you care to save the expense (a few dollars) and wish
to syphon with a hose when draining the pool. Nevertheless, a
drain is a big convenience, even if the pipe is laid only a few
feet beyond the pool, as the water will seep out when drain pipe
is opened. (And perhaps later on you will want to continue the
drain to lower ground.)
MIXING THE CONCRETE — In mixing the concrete, use a
1-2-3 mix. One sack of cement to 2 cubic feet of sharp clean
sand, and three cubic feet of gravel or stone not over %-inch in
size, will give you a good job. Have all ground well tamped
before pouring. Use a fairly wet mixture, and puddle it well,
using a flat board to “spade” it into the sides around the wire
mesh. Also wet the forms with a hose before pouring.
When pouring on a hot, dry day, protect the cement by scat¬
tering wet hay, or cover with wet burlap sacks. Sprinkle very
lightly once or twice while it is setting. The forms can be re¬
moved after a few days, rough spots rubbed down and a wet
coat of one part fine sand and one part cement applied with a
whitewash brush. NOTE: WATER-PROOF Portland Cement is
now available nearly everywhere at slight extra cost. This will
give a leak-proof pool.
CAUTION — -A new pool must be Filled with water and
allowed to stand for a few days, then rinse out thoroughly and
drain. Refill immediately and allow the water to stand another
week, then drain again. This will remove the alkali in new
cement, which would be very injurious to fish or plants. Repeat
this draining a third time in another week, as it will then be in
still better shape for the fish. No salt or other chemical is
needed to condition a pool, but keep it filled to the brim while
curing it.
Building a Natural Pond — (See page 3)
Where a small hollow with a natural watershed is avail¬
able, it may be dammed up by building a clay dam. This is
done by first removing the surface soil and muck, down to
hard clay and then building a clay dam with top at least 4
feet wide and a slope of not over 45 degrees. A valve may
be provided for draining, also an overflow. Usually no con¬
crete Is needed to make such a pond watertight. Further
details may be had on request.
Forty-Fourth Year
Lalceview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
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The Tub
MANY Garden Lovers with limited facilities
have solved their problem of what kind of a
pool to build by creating an attractive and
inexpensive small Tub Garden. A wooden tub or
half-barrel well cleaned, or a watering trough, a
tank or even an old bath tub from a junk yard have
been used for this purpose with delightful results,
as shown by the pictures on this page.
When sunk in the ground, filled with 6 to 10 inches of
soil and planted with a water lily and other aquatics these
receptacles make a comfortable home for some Goldfish and
attractive water plants. They will afford much interest and
will beautify any spot. Tub gardens can be made on a roof,
a balcony, in a small garden or in a back yard. If you pick
a spot that gets sunshine part of the day you will be delighted
with the results and need only add water as it evaporates so
as to maintain the proper level.
Frequently two or three
tubs are grouped together and
where there is room for this
some very charming effects
can be secured. If more per¬
manency is desired, a large
clay sewer pipe 24 to 30
inches in diameter with a
concrete bottom, will make a
satisfactory receptacle.
This photograph at the left shows
the remarkable plant growth
achieved by Mr. Geo. A. Hoff¬
man, of St. Louis, Mo., in his
Tub Garden. His water garden
consists of a large square tank in
the center and a tub on each of
two sides. The plants shown
were purchased from us and are
Water Lilies, Water Poppies, Par¬
rot Feather, Umbrella Palms and
Pickerel Plants. He says, “The
picture shows how your plants
have grown over the Summer.
They are strong and healthy and
surely do bloom.” Photographed
Sept. 6, 1934.
Plants and Other Items for Tub Gardens
In order to assist you to select suitable plants, fish and
scavengers for small tub gardens or pools, we list some here.
Each item is fully described and priced on the page designated.
WATER LILIES— Odo rat a,
O d o r a t a Minor, Mexicana,
Mary, Helen Fowler, Pink
Opal, Page 8. Aurora, Paul
Hariot, Gloriosa, Page 9. Blue
Beauty, Dauben, Mrs. Pring,
Mrs. Ward (use 5" pot only).
Page 10. Frank Trelease (use
5" pot), Page 11.
GOLDFISH — Use any Gold¬
fish, size 2 to 3" or 3 to 4",
listed on pages 14 and 15, but
place only 6 fish in a 24" tub.
Caution: Allow new tubs to
soak filled with water and
plants only for about five
days. Drain off this first water,
fill with fresh water, and then
introduce the goldfish. This
will remove most of the sol¬
uble impurities in new wood
which might be harmful to
fish.
AQUATIC PLANTS— Any of
the plants listed on pages 16,
17 or 18, except creeping Water
Hyacinth and Primrose Creep¬
er, page 18 (which need more
room), will make satisfactory
Tub Garden Plants. By all
means use 1 or 2 floating
Water Hyacinths (10c each),
described on page 17. Water
Poppy and Parrot Feather are
also specially recommended,
as well as Water Canna.
SCAVENGERS— Any of the
scavengers listed on page 19
can be used. Japanese Snails,
Black Rainshorn Snails and
Tadpoles are specially recom¬
mended.
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TUB GARDEN COLLECTION
I 1 Dwarf Water Lily, your choice of white, (Odorata §
Minor) ; yellow, (Mexicana) ; pink, (Helen Fowler or |
Mary); or blue, (Dauben).
1 2 Floating Water Hyacinths
I 4 Aquatic Plants to plant in the tub
1 3 Japanese Live Bearing Snails
1 6 Black Rainshorn Snails
I 6 Assorted Iris to plant next to the tub. (If Iris is not \
wanted we will add 2 Water Cannas.) |
COLLECTION No. XI (without tub)
Price F.O.B. Cincinnati,
shipment by Express .
.$2.85 I
A 24" WHITE CEDAR TUB which will last a good §
many years and which is excellent for this use will be §
shipped F.O.B. Cincinnati. Shipment by Express for |
$2.00 each. (Shipping weight, one tub, 15 lbs.)
This is a sectional drawing of a Tub Garden showing one of our
White Cedar Tubs sunk in the ground. Left to right the items shown
are: Iris, Water Hyacinth, Goldfish, Water Lily, Sagittaria Plant,
Indian Arrow Head Plant, Cat Tail, Baby Turtle on rock and Iris.
Read below how satisfactory this plan works out and see the photo¬
graph taken by Mr. Winter.
TEN WATER LILY FLOWERS
RAISED IN A TUB GARDEN
Cincinnati Garden Lover Enthusiastic About His Successful
Miniature Water Garden and Proves it With a Picture!
Among the many interesting letters received from our cus¬
tomers perhaps none is more timely than Mr. Winter’s letter
telling of the enjoyment he and his family had from his very
successful Tub Garden which was planned from our drawing
and is shown in the photograph below. Mr. Winter writes
as follows:
Cincinnati, Ohio, Aug. 27, 1934.
Mr. R. C. Dolle, Lakeview Ponds, Cincinnati, O.
Dear Sir:
The Catalogue you sent in the Spring has been used quite
frequently by me. Like many others who are desirous of
having a pool garden I did not have the space, nor care to
spend the money necessary for a permanent concrete pool.
In the Tub Garden which was stocked with your plants,
I have found the answer to my wish. It has one Aurora Water
Lily, a Giant Arrow Head, a Water Hyacinth and two strands
of Cat Tail. In the border I have two clumps of Iris. The
pool contains five fish, a Chinese Moor, several Shubunkins
and Fantails.
The pool has been colorful all Summer and at present THE
TENTH BLOOM on the lily is about ready to open. I believe
many more people would enjoy the hours of pleasure I have
experienced with this small Tub Garden. I would suggest,
however, that the Cat Tails be planted in a large (lower pot
with the bottom hole plugged so the roots are confined, and
not allowed to spread over the whole tub.
Yours truly,
EDWIN E. WINTER.
This photograph shows the very attractive Tub Garden at the home of
Mr. Edwin E. Winter of Cincinnati. It was made according to the
drawing at the top of this page and is described above.
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Lakeview Ponds, ML Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
Forty-Fourth Year
Colorful Hardy Water Lilies Will Beautify
(Genus Nymphaea)
ONE or more specimens of the Hardy Water Lilies should be in
every pool. Fish and plants belong together and each profits
by the other’s presence. Lily leaves shade the Goldfish on hot
Summer days, and the fish in turn reciprocate by eating up the bugs
as rain (or your hose) washes them from the surface of the leaves.
Water Lilies will adjust themselves to small changes in water level.
If their general requirements of rich soil, shallow water and sunny
location are met, very little attention will he necessary thereafter.
(See detailed instructions for care and planting of lilies, Page 25. )
The varieties ive list here are quite hardy and well adapted
for pools or ponds. They begin to flower very early in the season.
In our vicinity blooms begin to appear in April and continue stead¬
ily until October. All lilies properly tagged when shipped.
“ATTRACTION”
Finest Red Hardy Water Lily
WHITE
ODORATA — A native American Water Lily. It is a vigorous,
rolific grower and has especial merit in outdoor ponds,
eing the most inexpensive of lilies, it is a good variety to
experiment with or to plant where quantity is needed for
effect. Flowers are pure white and quite attractive.
30c each.
ODORATA MINOR — The dwarf native white water lily,
similar to Odorata, but small. Very dainty and suitable for
tubs and small pools.
75c each.
PINK
W. B. SHAW — A magnificent strong growing fragrant lily
of a rich, clear, rose pink color which blooms continually.
(Darker pink than Odorata Rosea.)
$1.00 each.
MARY — A small pink lily to he used in small pools and
tub gardens. Very dainty and well liked for small places.
$1.00 each.
ODORATA ROSEA — A vigorous fragrant lily native to
Cape Cod. Flowers are 5 to 6 inches across and a delicate
pink color.
$1.00 each.
TUBEROSA ROSEA — An extremely vigorous variety pro¬
ducing many lovely shell pink flowers about 5 inches in diam¬
eter. It does well in natural ponds as well as in pools.
75c each.
GLADSTONE — This is one of the finest pure white lilies.
It bears an abundance of dazzling white flowers, 6" to 8" in
size, having broad petals and yellow stamens. It is a very
strong grower.
$1.25 each.
HELEN FOWLER — A freely flowering deep pink lily, bear¬
ing flowers on a stiff stem above water. It is the best hardy
pink lily for cut flowers and is suited to a small pool or tub.
as leaves are not large.
$1.00 each.
MARLIAC WHITE (Albida) — A very desirable white lily.
The stamens are light yellow, sepals touched with pink,
blooms continually through the season. Leaves are light
green on top, dark red underneath while young. Beautifies
any pool. (Shown in color front cover.)
$1.00 each.
GONNERE — A new, free blooming variety characterized by
large snow-white flowers with such a wealth of petals that
the lily resembles a giant snowball. Stamens light yellow.
Leaves light green.
$2.00 each.
YELLOW
MEXICANA — This is a very hardy lily in our latitude.
It will survive periods of drought and even actual freezing of
the pond bottom will not exterminate this variety, though it
will seriously retard its growth for a season. Propagation is
by long runners, and the plants are of vigorous habits.
Flowers are a beautiful light yellow, size about 3" to 4".
Leaves are dark green, with dark red blotched under surface.
50c each.
CHROMATELLA — -This is considered one of the finest
hardy yellow water lilies that is grown. Canary yellow petals,
deep yellow stamens and beautiful mottled green and brown
leaves. A prolific bloomer until frost. (Shown in color front
cover).
$1.00 each.
SUNRISE — An enormous and very fine yellow of recent in¬
troduction. As its name suggests, Sunrise is an early bird
among the water lilies and opens its large Chrysanthemum
shaped flowers early in the morning. Petals are long, narrow
and crinkly, leaves very oval with wavy edges colored dark
green above and red flecked with dark red brown below.
This is an aristocrat of Hardies. (Shown in color rear cover).
$2.00 each.
PINK OPAL — A new variety and a small jewel of color.
Pink Opal bears deep, rich pink, full, cup-shaped flowers
held a little above water. It is good for cutting and well
suited for very small pools.
$1.50 each.
ROSE AREY — A beautiful deep cerise pink, large flowers
with pointed petals. One of the choicest pink Hardies grown.
Flowers up to 8" across at times. (Shown in color front cover).
$1.50 each.
ROSE AREY— This photograph taken at “LAKEVIEW”
shows the distinctive pointed petals of this choice dark pink
hardy lily. It is a beauty.
Forty-Fourth Year
Lalceview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
9
Every Pool or Pond!
APRICOT
(and Changeable Colors)
AURORA — -A changeable color, as its name implies. It
varies from amber yellow to red orange and then deep red
the third day. It is semi-dwarf in habit and suited for con¬
fined pools or tub gardens.
$1.00 each.
PAUL HARIOT — A very choice lily suited to small spaces
bearing an abundance of flowers. The first day they are a
light yellow, then change to rose pink and then to a deep
copper red. Flowers of different ages present a different
appearance. This lily does well nearly anywhere.
$1.40 each.
COMMANCHE — The largest and finest of the changeable
hue apricot colored varieties. Vigorous, free flowering and
with the unusual habit among hardy lilies of holding its
flowers above water.
$2.00 each.
SIOUX — Flowers are rich coppery yellow with pointed
petals similar to Commanche. The colors change to a deeper
hue as the flowers age. Flowers and center leaves grow
slightly above water. A choice free blooming lily somewhat
smaller than Commanche.
$1.50 each.
RED
JAMES BRYDON — This is one of the best of the earlier
American varieties and still unsurpassed. Flowers are large,
cup shaped, full petaled and of brilliant rosy crimson color.
Leaves are very ornamental and the plant is vigorous and
free flowering.
$2.50 each.
ATTRACTION — This is one of the Aristocrats among Water
Lilies. For several years no lily has been more greatly ad¬
mired at LAKE VIEW than a group of Attraction lilies which
are continually in bloom with gorgeous dark red flowers 6"
to 8" in diameter. The dark red of the petals is a stunning
background for the striking yellow center and stamens of the
(lower. The blossoms of “Attraction” are among the finest
hardy water lilies used as cut flowers.
$2.50 each.
CONQUEROR — A very prolific bloomer, bright red color
with inside of sepals white. Similar to Attraction, but
lighter red.
$2.50 each.
GLORIOSA — Flowers are dark carmine red, beautifully
formed and very fine for cutting, as they will open four or
five days when floated in a bowl (as all water lily blossoms
should be shown when cut). Flowers are delightfully fragrant
and are produced continuously throughout the season. The
leaf spread of Gloriosa is smaller than “Attraction,” but its
flowers nearly as large, so that it is better adapted to smaller
spaces than “Attraction.”
$2.50 each.
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MONEY-SAVING HARDY
| WATER LILY COLLECTIONS )
“BEGINNERS” COLLECTION No. LI
Odorata, Mexicana, and Helen Fowler. Three hardy lilies, |
| a white, a yellow, and a pink.
Special Price for Collection, Postpaid, $1.35
“RED AND GOLD” COLLECTION No. L2
ATTRACTION — Choice Hardy Red.
CHROMATELLA — Choice Hardy Yellow. §
Special Collection Price, Postpaid, $3.25
“RED, WHITE AND GOLD” COLLECTION No. L3
ATTRACTION — Choice Hardy Red.
GLADSTONE — Choice Hardy White.
CHROMATELLA — Choice Hardy Yellow.
Special Collection Price, Postpaid, $4.25
“THE TEN HARDIES” COLLECTION No. L10
Ten Hardy Water Lilies, all different. Includes two |
| lilies from each color group as follows: Odorata, Marliac White, |
| Mexicana, Chromatella, Helen Fowler, Rose Arey, Paul Hariot, §
| Sioux, James Brydon, and Attraction. Each plant tagged so |
1 you can arrange your colors as wanted. No substitutes allowed. |
| (Value $14.45.)
Special Collection Price, Prepaid, $10.50
PAUL HARIOT — Notice the splendid leafage and the com¬
pactness of these two-year-old plants. Photographed at
“LAKEVIEW.”
JAMES BRYDON — A beautiful dark red Hardy, character¬
ized by its lovely cup-shaped flowers and rounded buds.
Leaves are dark red-green. Photographed at “LAKEVIEW.”
MEXICANA — -An inexpensive medium-sized hardy yellow
lily with a remarkably effective method of reproduction by
runners. Photographed at “LAKEVIEW.”
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Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
Forty-Fourth Year
These Gorgeous Tropical Water Lilies are
EACH year this group of magnificent flowers becomes more
popular. Garden lovers often strive hard with other
plants to receive their reward of only a few flowers.
Here what rich rewards await the Water Gardener 1 These
plants are the Aristocrats of the Water Garden; their
numerous flowers the most gorgeous of all aquatics, and suc¬
cess always follows, when simple preliminary requirements
are fulfilled. (Plant same as Hardy Water Lilies — see Page 25.)
Tropical Water Lilies have been collected from the far
corners of the world. A white flower from Mexico, a pink
from Africa, a blue from Egypt, and so on. With these
beginnings, expert Horticulturists have created gorgeous new
varieties just as the many varieties of fine roses were created
from the wild roses of nature.
There is no Hardy blue water lily, but there are many
blue Tropicals. These are the so-called “Tender” lilies of
vivid color. Being natives of the Tropics, they cannot survive
frost and winters in our climate, but bloom wonderfully dur¬
ing the Summer. They are supplied AFTER JUNE 1st as
potted plants and are best treated as annuals, to be replaced
yearly. They bear their flowers on stout stems well above
water, are very free flowering, and may be used as cut
flowers. (Flowers open and close each day.) They will
bloom steadily from the middle of June until frost.
Try at least one Tropical water lily in your pool ! Even
though you consider it an annual and that it will last but
one season, you will be rewarded with many exotic flowers
from June until frost!
Missouri Botanical Garden Bulletin
Mrs. Edwards Whitaker. This photograph shows the wealth of
gorgeous flowers which are produced bv the fine Tropical Water Lilies.
Notice also how the flowers stand proudly above the water.
DAY BLOOMING VARIETIES
(*) Indicates viviparous lilies, meaning those which will propa¬
gate from their leaves. (Certain leaves will produce a young plant
where stem joins leaf.)
BLUE
BLUE BEAUTY (or Pennsylvania) — This is perhaps the
largest selling blue Tropical Water Lily grown. Color, deep
blue, blooming during the day — flowers up to 12 inches
diameter and many of them. — Yellow stamens and leaves
slightly speckled with brown.
$2.00 each.
MRS. EDWARDS WHITAKER (Var. gigantea)— This is the
largest flowering day blooming water lily, and where well
fertilized and given plenty of room for roots and leaves, will
produce flowers over a foot across, and plenty of them. The
flowers are a lavender blue which shades into a pale blue as
the blossoms age. Leaves are light green, occasionally spotted
with dark purple beneath.
$2.50 each.
DAUBEN (*) — A light blue day bloomer producing young
plants from its leaves. (This method of reproduction is called
“Viviparous.”) Small enough for tubs if kept in submerged
flower pot.
$1.00 each.
PURPLE
AUGUST KOCH (*)■ — A vigorous lavender day bloomer.
A viviparous lily producing a profusion of flowers 7 to 8
inches across, which remain open four to six days.
$2.00 each.
PANAMA PACIFIC (*) — This is one of the most popular
Water Lilies, and well suited to small pools. It is of medium
size, very free Uowering and can be used for blooming in
conservatories during the Winter. Flowers are a wine color
at first and turn to deep royal purple. Buds and leaves
bronze green. Some leaves will produce young lilies, as the
plant is “Viviparous.”
$2.50 each.
WHITE
MRS. GEO. H. PRING — One of the most popular White
Tropical day bloomers. Flowers 8 to 10 inches across under
favorable conditions, but can be used in small pools, too.
$1.50 each.
PINK
MRS. C. W. WARD — A very lovely rose pink day bloomer
Vigorous and a prolific bloomer.
$1.50 each.
GENERAL PERSHING — This lily, named after our famous
war general, is considered the finest of all pink Tropical
Lilies. The flowers have splendid size and are a pale rose
purple in color. They are delightfully fragrant and open
early in the morning. Buds are dark green striped with
purple. Leaves dark green blotched with pink beneath.
$2.50 each.
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TROPICAL WATER LILY [
COLLECTIONS |
“NATIONAL” COLLECTION No. TL1
Three beautiful Tropical Lilies in our National |
colors. Consists of Frank Trelease (red); Juno |
(white), or Mrs. Pring (white); and Blue Beauty
(blue).
Special Collection Price, Postpaid, $4.80
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“GORGEOUS NIGHT” COLLECTION No. TL3 f
Two modern night bloomers which make a charm- |
ing couple.
EMILY GRANT HUTCHINGS — Stunning pink.
FRANK TRELEASE — Handsome Red.
Special Collection Price, Postpaid, $3.20
The pool is always the center of interest in a Formal Garden.
This is a particularly fine example.
Forty-Fourth Year
Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
I I
the Aristocrats of
NIGHT BLOOMING VARIETIES
“ Come into the garden, Maud,
For the black bat, night, has /loiun,
Come into the garden, Maud,
1 am here at the gate, alone . . .
1 said to the lily " There is but one
With whom she has heart to be gay.
When will the dancers leave her alone?
She is weary of dance and play.”
— Alfred, Lord Tennyson.
YES, come into your garden! Come even
at dawn, but come to the pool! Come,
see the night blooming lilies! They open
at dusk each evening, and through the whole
night, and early morning, lift their immacu¬
late heads in full bloom, high above the sur¬
face waters of life. Can any real garden
lover forego the lure of the night blooming
water lily?
Night blooming Tropical Water Lilies
come in three shades; white, pink, and red.
They are just as easy to grow as their day
blooming cousins. The only difference being
the time they have chosen to bloom; — like
many young maids, — these flowers sleep dur¬
ing the day, to bloom gayly at night!
WHITE
.TtiNO — This is a beautiful hybrid developed from the
Egyptian White Lotus Lily. Flowers are 8 to 12" with broad,
wide-open petals exposing a mass of yellow stamens. Its
liowers open in the evening and remain open until morning.
$2.00 each.
MISSOURI — This is acknowledged the linest white night
blooming water lily. It was recently developed by the Mis¬
souri Botanical Gardens. The flowers when fully developed
measure 10 to 14 inches across. Leaves are dark green suffused
with eopperish brown. The margins are distinctly fluted.
Flowers open 4 to 5 nights during August, from 7:00 P.M. to
11:00 A.M. It is outstanding in any pool.
$2.50 each.
PINK
EMILY GRANT HUTCHINGS— This is a large flowered
new pink night blooming lily. The flowers are cup-shaped,
of an Amaranth pink color. Leaves small brownish green.
One of the choicest night bloomers.
$2.00 each.
OMARANA— A very popular rosy red night bloomer with
a faint white stripe through the center of the petals. Stamens
deep orange, leaves fluted and bronze green.
$1.50 each.
RED
FRANK TRELEASE — A beautiful dark red nieht blooming
lily. Flowers are a brilliant dark crimson 8 lo 10" in
diameter. Stamens are a dark mahogany color. Leaves dark
red-green on top, greenish underneath.
$1.50 each.
I PLEASE NOTE: — Tropical Water Lilies are grown 1
| in Greenhouses in heated tanks. They cannot be |
1 shipped before June 1st because they need warm 1
| water to grow in and would be greatly stunted by |
1 planting in cold water (under 68 degrees tempera- 1
| ture). Pools need not be drained to plant these lilies f
| in boxes. (See note on planting lilies, Page 25.)
| On special request we can ship to Southern States |
about May 15th.
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An unforgettable spot in one of Cincinnati’s finest gardens. Thi
Tropical Lily completes a lovely picture.
Juno in bloom at twilight. The soft smooth texture of the petals is as
remarkable as the beauty is striking.
Frank Trelease is a gorgeous night bloomer. This is one plant photo¬
graphed at “Lakeview.” It is a sturdy lily and a continuous bloomes.
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Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
Forty-Fourth Year
GIGANTI<: Victoria Regia
The Most A mazing Water Lily in
( V. Cruziana )
the Wor I d
VICTORIA REGIA is probably the largest fresh water plant
in the world, and certainly the most spectacular. These
amazing Water Lilies are natives of South America, where
they are found from Rritish Guiana all the way down to
Argentina.
these interesting photographs were taken at “LAKEVIEW.” Above is
shown one plant with leaves over (our feet in diameter. Below, the
first cut shows the remarkable growth from an eight-inch flower pot in
June, to a leaf in September. The second cut shows our Dicky using
the leaf as a boat. The third cut shows the remarkable under-trussing
of the leaf, and the fourth cut shows one leaf held up for the camera.
The Victoria Lily was named in 1827 after Queen Victoria,
and the largest native plant ever recorded had leaves measuring
six feet five inches in diameter. Show plants have been pro¬
duced in the United States with even larger leaves, and it is
quite easy to grow plants with leaves the size of those we
show in the pictures. (Over four feet diameter.)
Victorias are annuals up North. They are started from
seeds in Greenhouses, in tanks heated to 75 degrees. The
plants have developed by .lune into fairly large size, needing
an eight-inch pot, as shown below. They may be safely planted
outside early in June and should be given a box of good soil
3 to 4 feet square, by one foot deep. The crown of Victoria
should be planted only 6 inches below the water. They are
very showy, and grow rapidly in large pools, or lakes where
the water level is constant, and where plants are protected
from strong winds.
A water surface ranging from 12 by 12 feet to 20 by 20
feet should be set aside for one plant. Spaces less than 12 feet
square may be used, but plants should then be given a 2-foot
square box, so the leaves will not grow too large. The plants
can be dwarfed by giving them smaller boxes. Victorias bloom
frequently during August and September. The flowers are very
fragrant, ranging in size from 8 to 15 inches diameter. They
open at dusk, as the plant is a night bloomer. The first day
the flower is snowy white, the second day pinkish, and then the
shade darkens, the petals fall off, and the stem turns down into
the water to produce its large seed pod.
Victoria leaves are covered with sharp spines as a protec¬
tion from natural enemies. The underside of the leaf is per¬
fectly trussed by fibrous “girders and joists” formed to sup¬
port the enormous leaves. (See third cut below.) Victorias
are one of the greatest wonders of Nature and should be more
widely used. (SVe have a limited quantity of plants available
in June and July. Orders should be placed at once.)
Plants, each, $8.00 to $10.00.
Some Interesting Collections
J. A. Brigel Goldfish Collection No. G4
Twelve choice large Breeding Fish which will add color
and beauty to any of the larger sized pools. These fish are
larger and finer than most people have ever seen in a pool, and
we have named this collection after the founder of LAKEVIEW,
who was a pioneer breeder of Fancy Goldfish.
Consists of the following Fish:
1 Pr. Giant Silver Fish, 10" 1 Pr. Large Shubunkins, 8-10"
1 Pr. Giant Comets, 10-12" 1 Pr. Giant Fantails, 6-8"
1 Pr. Young Giants, 7-9" 1 Pr. Black Chinese Moors, 5-6"
Six pairs of the finest and largest Goldfish obtainable for a
pool; at the lowest price ever quoted. (Available only in
March, April and May).
SPECIAL COLLECTION PRICE,
F.O.B. Cincinnati .
J 23.50
Shipment by Express. Large can to be returned.
Lakeview Specimen Collection No. G5
Seven pairs of real SPECIMEN Goldfish, all different, and
all choice young breeding fish, two to three years old, ranging
In size from 4 to 6 inches. A special Assortment to please the
Fancier. Includes a pair of Comets, Nymphs, Japanese Fan-
tails, Calico Fantails, Calico Telescopes, Chinese Moors, and
Shubunkins. Also 10 Tadpoles, 10 Black Ramshorn Snails, 6
Japanese Snails, and 6 Water Hyacinths are included in this
Collection. (Value, $9.40.)
SPECIAL COLLECTION PRICE,
F.O.B. Cincinnati .
Including shipping cans.
1 he “Foursome” Water Lily Collection No. L4
Here is a gay group of Hardies made for the out-of-doors.
They would look mighty fine in the lake at the club. (Why
not ask the Committee to order them?) — Yes, they’re O.K. for
a pool.
Paul Hariot — Very popular; a changeable color.
Rose Arey — -Gorgeous deep pink.
James Brydon — Dark red flowers, red leaves.
Helen Fowler — Dainty pink, good for cutting.
SPECIAL COLLECTION No. L4—
Postpaid in U. S .
Here is an exceedingly at¬
tractive flower arrangement
made at Lakeview using Har¬
dy Water Lilies and leaves of
the Water Canna. When used
as cut flowers, all Hardies,
and the Day Blooming Trop¬
ical Water Lilies, open in the
morning and close about sun¬
down as they do in a pool.
The Night Blooming Tropical
Water Lilies are truly magni¬
ficent in a vase at night. They
close tightly next morning,
but open again the following
evening, and will last for
three or four days. All the
Tropical Lilies we list may be
used as cut flowers. Of the
Hardies, we especially recom¬
mend Attraction, Gloriosa,
Commanche, Helen Fowler,
W. B. Shaw and Gladstone.
The two collections listed be¬
low contain Water Lilies spe¬
cially adapted for cut flower
arrangements in vases or
lloating in low bowls.
If interested in purchasing Cut Water Lily Flowers during
■lime, Julii. August, or September, they are available at from
st. 00 to $1.75 per dozen; Postpaid. Specify colors wanted.
“SUPREME WATER LILY
COLLECTION No. TL5
Three of the finest Tropical
Water Lilies grown. Profuse
bloomers with flowers adapt¬
able to cutting.
General Pershing, Choice
pink Day Bloomer.
Blue Beauty, Most popular
blue Water Lily.
Frank Trelease, Gorgeous,
red Night Bloomer.
COLLECTION No. TL5 —
Prepaid in the U. S....$4.85
“TRIAD” WATER LILY
COLLECTION No. L12
Three of the best Hardy
Water Lilies grown. Profuse
bloomers with flowers adapt¬
able for cutting.
Attraction, Finest red (Day
Bloomer) .
Commanche, Finest apricot
(Day Bloomer).
Helen Fowler, Choice pink
(Day Bloomer).
COLLECTION No. L12—
Postpaid in U. S . $3.25
Forty-Fourth Year
Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
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The Sacred Lotus
(See Note Below)
WE have all heard of the Sacred Lotus of the ancient
Egyptians. Today this plant is available exactly as it
grew four thousand years ago. To those who have not
seen this fascinating plant, our description of its handsome
shicldlike leaves, its gorgeous flowers, its large and unusual
seed pod, will be the more interesting when told that the
Lotus is a vigorous grower as soon as it becomes established.
The plants are hardy and grow under the same conditions
as the hardy water lilies. They are admirably suited for
planting in a sunken tub or half-barrel filled up to four
inches of the top with rich soil. It will only be necessary to
keep adding water as it evaporates. The leaves and flowers
are borne on long stems high above water so that they will
form a beautiful center or corner decoration for a pool. In
planting the Lotus, care should be taken not to break the
growing point from tubers, therefore press into the soil
gently, cover with a small flat stone and restrict them to a
given area if planted in an open pond so as to prevent
choking out other plants.
NELUMBIUM OR LOTUS
EGYPTIAN LOTUS
(Nelumbium Speciosum)
The true Lotus of the ancient Egyptians. It has
immense fragrant pink flowers and is hardy.
Tubers, $1.50 each.
Potted plants, $2.50 each.
Delivery charges paid in U. S.
AMERICAN LOTUS
(Nelumbium Lutea)
This is a superb variety with large yellow
flowers attaining a size of 8 to 10 inches in
diameter. It is sometimes known as “Water Chin¬
quapin” in some of our Western and Southern
States where it is native.
Tubers, $1.50 each.
Potted plants, $2.50 each.
Delivery charges paid in U. S.
This picture taken at “LAKEVIEW” shows how the Lotus leaves
stand high above water. Look carefully and you will see the Lotus
buds and a big flower among the Cattails in the background.
A perfect example of an Informal Pool. Estate of Dr. H. P. Fisher, Philadelphia.
Could you imagine a more lovely garden scene than this? Yes — it is a concrete
pool constructed in a natural hollow. The use of rocks and well-chosen shrubbery
lor planting around the pool completes the natural effect. Notice the Water
Lilies, Cattails and Water Hyacinths in the pool.
| PLEASE NOTE: Lotus is supplied as a tuber |
| until June 1st only. Later in the Spring the |
| plants have grown too much to be moved safely |
; without their soil, and are then furnished as potted |
| plants, which makes them more expensive, but surer 1
| to grow when planted. Plant the tubers about three i
| inches under the soil in a horizontal position with f
| the growing tip just exposed. (Do not break tip |
| off.) Cover tuber with earth and place a small flat I
| stone over it (but not on growing point) to hold |
| it down until the roots take hold. After June 1st §
| Lotus is supplied as a potted plant only.
Nile Garden Collection
COLLECTION No. X2
E S
One Egyptian Lotus, two Egyptian Paper Plants f
| (Papyrus), six Water Hyacinths, six Water Pop- |
= pies. (Value, #3.70).
i e
Special Collection Price, Postpaid, $2.75
| MIXED LOTUS — Our selection. Pink or Yellow. |
| Strong Tuber, First Class — Each, #1.25, Postpaid. |
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Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936 Forty-Fourth Year
Forty-Fourth Year Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
Beautiful Hardy Goldfish for Aquariums and Outdoor Pools are Cheaper Than Ever Before
COMETS
The Comet is an American variety which was developed
from the Common Goldfish, but it is characterized by a thin
graceful body and long single tail. It is very quick in its
movements and a splendid fish for pools. Colors are red and
white, orange and black, all red, all gold, or all white. Mixed
colors are given as they come.
'iy2 to 3 inches . each, 10c — per 100, $ 6.00
3 y2 to 4 inches . each, 10c — per 100, 8.00
*4 to 5 inches . each, 20c — per 100, 15.00
*5 to 6 inches . each, 30c — per 100, 25.00
*6 to 7 inches . each, 75c
GIANT GOLDFISH
(And Young Giants)
Pool owners who want some BIG ones will be delighted
with these special olterings of Giant Goldfish. All large fish
must be ordered early, as they are hard to ship during warm
weather. Shipments after May 5th are at risk of purchaser.
•Young Giants, 7 to 9 inches . each, $ .75
•Giants, 10 to 12 inches . each, 1.50
•Giant Colored Carp. Mottled color, blue, gold, red, white,
etc., similar to Shubunkins, but grow much larger and are
hardy. NEW! 12 to 14 inches . each, $4.50
CHINESE MOORS
These are the grotesque, but very popular “Goggle Eyes”
or “Pop Eyed” Goldfish, commercially known as “Telescopes.”
Chinese Moors are the only members of the Goldfish family
to develop the true “Black Velvet” color, and this color has
never been transmitted to any other fish without the Telescope
eye. Body and fins are nearly all of the Fantail type, though
a few come as the Nymph type. All fish of choice quality.
(Extra large specimens, $2.00 to $5.00 each.)
2 y2 inches . each, 20c — per 100, $16.00
2 y2 to 3 inches... . each, 20c — per 100, 20.00
*3 to 3 y2 inches . each, 30c
*3 y2 to 4 inches . each, 60c
CHINESE RED TELESCOPES
Same shape and characteristics as the Chinese Moors, but
colors are all red, or red and black. Prices same as for
Chinese Moors of similar size.
CALICO TELESCOPES
These are similar in structure to the Chinese Moors and
Red Telescopes, but come in the “Calico” colors of the Shu-
bunkin. (Extra large fish, $2.00 to $5.00 each.)
2 x/2 to 3 inches . . . each, 20c
*3 to 4 inches . each, 50c
GOLDFISH and Aquatic Plants go together in
Nature; and, in fact, the Goldfish are an
essential part of a Water Garden. Not only
are these fish a source of interest and pleasure, but
they are helpful in maintaining healthy condi¬
tions, because they cal up certain destructive hugs,
worms, etc., and they are a public benefaction in
all pools and ponds, for no mosquito larvae will
ever survive in a well-stocked Goldfish Pool!
All our Goldfish arc grown out of doors in
natural clay bottom ponds. They have spent
their entire lives out doors and easily survive the
ice and cold of Winter. You can select any of the
grades we list with complete assurance that they
are strong and healthy fish in the best condition
for shipment. (For care of fish, see Pages 24 and 25.)
If you want to raise young fish in your pool,
buy your fish in April or early in May, so as to get
the most benefit from the Spring spawning season,
which lasts from the middle of March to the end
of June.
The grades marked (*) arc large enough to
spawn the first Spring spent in a pool. Others
will be large enough to spawn the following
Spring. For spawning, be sure to use some Water
Hyacinths, the beautiful floating plants seemingly
made by Nature for this purpose. (See Page 17.)
A 'OTE — Sizes are stated in inches and are the overall length of
fish from “ the tip of the nose to the end of the tail.” Where prices
are quoted per hundred fish. ten or more will be sold at hundred
rate, except where dozen rate is stated. LIVE DELIVERY GUARAN¬
TEED AS PER TERMS ON PAGE 26.
SHUBUNKINS
These are the attractive mottled or “Calico” fish with
single tail. Colors are red, white, blue, lavender, orange,
purple, black, at times all on the same fish. Every fish
differently marked. Very attractive, sturdy and much sought
after for pools and aquariums.
2 to 2 y2 inches
2 y2 to 3 y2 inches
3y2 to 4 inches
*4 to 5 inches
*5 to 6 inches
*6 to 7 inches
each, 5c — per 100, $ 5.00
each, 10c — per 100, 7.00
each, 10c — per 100, 10.00
each, 20c — per 100, 16.00
each, 30c — per 100, 25.00
each, 90c
COMMON GOLDFISH
These fish are bred from selected strains of the most
popular, hardy Common Goldfish. They are the cheapest,
toughest, and most prolific of all Goldfish varieties, and are
unsurpassed for use in larger pools and ponds. Adults grow
to be 12 to 14 inches long when kept in large ponds. They
come in assorted colors, including black and gold, red anti
white, all white. Mixed colors given as they come.
2 to 3 inches . each, 5c — per 100, $ 4.00
3 to 4 inches . each, 10c — per 100, 6.00
*4 to 5 inches . each. 10c — per 100, 8.00
*5 to 6 inches . each, 20c — per 100, 18.00
*6 to 7 inches . each, 35c — per 100, 30.00
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| GOLDFISH COLLECTIONS t m A T E D PAIRS FOR BREEDING j
All fish for our Special Collections are carefully selected for qual¬
ity. You will be well pleased with any of our collections. There
is no charge for small shipping cans used for special collection
orders, but large cans are to be returned as per regular terms.
(AVAILABLE MARCH 1 TO MAY 15 ONLY)
Here is a limited offering of Mated Pairs, male and female,
in the following species; all choice adult fish, specially selected
for breeding.
GOLDFISH POOL COLLECTION No. Gl
(For a Small or Medium Pool)
10 Selected Common Goldfish and Comets .. (3-4")
10 Fantails . (2*4-3")
4 Chinese Moors . (21/4-3")
6 Shubunkins . (4-5")
*6 Large Common Goldfish, asst, colors . (6")
2 Shipping Cans — No Charge
36 Choice Goldfish (Value $6.50), only $5.00.
GOLDFISH POOL COLLECTION No. G2
(For a Large Pool)
1 50 Selected Common Goldfish and Comets . (3-4" )
| 14 Fantails, assorted colors . (2%-4")
| 10 Chinese Moors and Asst. Telescopes .. (2 y2-4")
| 10 Shubunkins . (3^-4")
| *10 Large Common Goldfish, asst, colors . (6")
I * 6 Young Giant Goldfish . (7-9")
100 Choice Goldfish (Value $18.84).
Collection No. G2, only $15.25.
(Large Shipping Can to be returned.)
GOLDFISH POOL COLLECTION No. G3
One-half the number of fish in each group of
Collection No. G2, as shown above. A nice assort¬
ment for a medium sized pool.
50 Choice Goldfish (Value $9.42).
Collection No. G3, only $8.00.
(Shipping Can to be returned.)
Ta?^:well, Va.
“I want to thank you and
compliment you on the nice
shipment of fish that you sent
me. I have ordered fish from a
number of different places, but
I have never gotten anything
like you sent me for the same
amount of money. I certainly
know where to go to get my
money’s worth now.”
H. W. POBST.
Springfield, III.
“Recently I placed an order
with you for fish and they ar¬
rived in fine condition and I
am taking this opportunity to
congratulate you on the fine
way in which you manage your
business. Wishing you success,
I remain,
M. D. WING.
JAPANESE FANTAILS
* Small Adults (3 to 4 in.) . per pair, $ .75 |
•Medium Adults (5 in.) . per pair, 2.00 |
* Large Adults (5 to 6 in.) . per pair, 3.50 |
CHINESE MOORS, RED TELESCOPES, CALICO |
TELESCOPES, or CALICO FANTAILS
•Small Adults (3y2 to 4 in.) - per pair, $1.50 |
•Medium Adults (4 to 5 in.) ... .per pair, 2.50 |
LIONHEADS
•Medium Adults (2 y2 to 3 in.) .. per pair, $3.50 |
SHUBUNKINS (Good Color)
•Medium Adults (5 to 6 in.) - per pair, $1.00 |
* Large Adults (8 to 10 in.) . per pair, 5.00 |
COMETS
* Select Large Adults (7 to 8 in.) . .per pair, $2.00 |
* Select Extra Large Adults |
(8 to 10 in.) . per pair, 4.00 1
(t) NOTE — We do not guarantee the sex of |
these fish, but insofar as humanly possible we 1
select mates. In case of error we will not be |
responsible for loss, since male and female fish |
are of equal value and we cannot be responsible |
for results. Two or more pairs should be bred |
together to insure best results. (To determine f
sex in Goldfish, see last paragraph, Page 24.)
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JAPANESE FANTAILS
Our Japanese Fantails and other Fancy Fish are known
throughout the Wholesale Trade for their very choice quality.
These fish are characterized by a deep, plump body and well-
developed fins, and a double or “Fan” tail. Colors are all
red, all gold, pearl (or white), black and red, pearl and red.
Mixed colors are given as they come. (Adults grow to 6 or
7 inches.) (Extra large specimens at $2.00 to $4.00 each.)
2 to 2 y2 inches . each, 10c — per 100, $ 9.00
'iy2 to 3 inches . each, 15c — per 100, 12.00
•3 to 4 inches . each, 25c — per 100, 22.00
*4 to 5 inches . each, 50c — per 100, 40.00
CALICO FANTAILS
Body structure of these fish is the same as Japanese
Fantails, but they have invisible scales and come in the
“Calico” colors of the Shubunkin. They are beautiful fish,
will grow to 6 or 7 inches in size and are now considered
hardy. (Extra large fish, $2.00 to $5.00 each.)
2 y2 to 3 inches . each, 25c
*3 to 4 inches . each, 60c
JAPANESE NYMPHS
( Choice Specimens Only)
These fish have the deep bodies of the Japanese Fantails
with a single tail. Choice specimens are highly prized by
fanciers, and come in the same colors as Japanese Fantails.
3 inches . each, 10c — per 100, $ 8.00
*3 to 4 inches . each, 25c — per 100, 20.00
*4 to 5 inches . each, 35c — per 100, 30.00
UNCOLORED GOLDFISH
( Silver Fish , Lire Bait)
Uncolored Goldfish are extensively used as live bait for
fishing, and some mighty fine catches are made with them.
They are easy to transport, as they are much tougher than
creek minnows.
Another use for these fish is for Mosquito Control. For
this purpose they are the cheapest natural remedy we know
of. We have a limited quantity available in Spring, during
March and April and during the Fall and Winter from
November 1st to March. (Other months by special arrange¬
ment only.)
%2 to 4 inches . dozen, 30c — per 100, $2.00
J3 to 5 inches . dozen, 40c — per 100, 3.00
(t) NOTE — A deposit of $1.00 per 100 fish, additional to
the above prices, should be sent with orders from customers
unknown to us. This is to insure the return of shipping cans
which are in some cases worth more than the value of fish
sent. This deposit will be refunded (or credited, if you pre¬
fer), as soon as the cans are returned to us. (Applies to Un¬
colored Goldfish only.)
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Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
Forty-Fourth Year
Aquatic Plants for Aquariums and Pools
Plants shown above are one sixth natural size. All are hardy except
Nos. 3, 4, and 9, which are floating plants and should be replaced
yearly. See descriptions and prices below.
No. 1. Sagittaria — (The large plant Is shown sidewise.) — A
( /) splendid oxygenator for aquariums and pools. Has
stiff, strap-like leaves, which grow under water most
of the year, but plants send up tall leaves above water
and a blossom in summer, during which time it is out
of season, but still available. Steadily gaining popu¬
larity as it gets better known. Grows well in aquar¬
iums throughout the year. 10c each. 6 for 50c.
No. 2. Parrot Feather — A species of Myriophyllum, good for
aquariums or pools. Leafage above and below water.
In pools, plant at the edge in very shallow water, so
its long runners will give beautiful coverage. Avail¬
able April 15 to November 15. Must be planted at once
on receipt. 2 bunches for 25c.
The Submerged Oxygenating Plants
(Marked V)
IN the modern aquarium or pool the first requisite is a
so-called “balance” of fish and plant life which, when
obtained, entirely eliminates the necessity of ever changing
the water. Fish “breathe” oxygen from the water by means
of their gills. They give off carbon dioxide. Certain plants
absorb the carbon dioxide in the water for their growth, and
in turn, during the daytime, actually give off oxygen to the
water. This is the “balance” that aquarists speak of, and
which is so necessary for healthful conditions for all the
members of the aquarium or pool. The only care then required
is to remove foreign substances, feed properly, and add water
to take up the evaporation.
The plants with check mark ( <f) are the best to grow
under water in an aquarium or pool. Most of these plants
need some sunlight or artificial light to grow indoors. All
should be planted in sand in an aquarium — but in soil
covered with sand in a pool — and the lead clips furnished on
the bunched plants should be removed before planting. A
dozen or so of these plants in shallow boxes will greatly help
to keep the water in your pool fresh during the Winter. It
is best to provide extra boxes for pool use, for if planted in
the Water Lily boxes they absorb much of the nourishment
and tend to choke out the lilies.
The following plants are not shown on cut.
Coontail, Spalterdock, Nitella and Hair Grass are hardy in
most States, the others are not.
( V) COONTAIL — A choice species of a very dark green bushy
underwater plant of the “Cerotophyllum” family, furnished
in bunches and sold nearly all year. Very well liked by those
who know it and keeps well in stores. Coontail resembles a
small spruce tree when placed in an aquarium.
10c per bunch. 6 for 50c.
( <f) WATER POPPY— A dainty rooted plant which sends up
floating leaves and bears yellow llowers similar to the Cali¬
fornia poppies. Plant in shallow water same as a small
water lily. Water Poppy can also be used for inside aquar¬
iums if planted in small pots, but develops better outdoors.
10c each. $1.20 per dozen.
WATER SNOWFLAKE — A floating aauatic with leaves like
a small water lily. When detached the leaves will send down
roots in shallow water and produce a new plant. It bears
dainty white flowers an inch in diameter which resemble a
giant snowllake. (April to December.) Whole plants, 20c each.
i <?) SOUTHERN SPATTERDOCK— This is a splendid large
leaved underwater plant for aquariums and pools. The leaves
give off oxygen to the water and grow very beautifully in an
aquarium. Spatterdock has a large tuberous root which
should be planted in a pot, using a little soil below and sand
on top. 15c each. 6 for 75c.
( CRYPTOCORYNE — This is one of the rarer underwater
plants suited to aquariums. It will grow in deep shade, and
is well suited to indoor use, but reproduces slowly, hence is
not available in quantity. (Not included in collections.)
35c each.
No. 3. Shell Flower — Similar to Water Hyacinths, but rarer
and preferring semi-shade and moist atmosphere. Does
nicely in pools in summer. Available May 1 to No¬
vember 1 only. Should be placed in suitable location
as soon as received. 3 for 50c. $1.50 per dozen.
( V) NITELLA flexilis — -This is a hair-like underwater plant
which floats In the water and makes a dense jungle thicket of
its many thin branching stems. Baby fish find security in it.
Good for Tropical Aquariums. Per portion, 50c.
No. 4. Water Hyacinth — “The Queen of Aquatic Plants” — Cut
shows how plants multiply by runners. The largest
selling pool plant in the United States, because best
for goldfish to spawn on. Special low prices April to
November. (See page 17.) 10c each. 6 for 50c.
No. 5. Anacharis Gigantia — Splendid oxygenator for aquariums,
( V) and does nicely without much light. Not available at
all times. 10c per bunch. 6 for 50c.
No. 6. Ludwigia — A very pretty plant, with well-developed
( /) leaves colored green on top, reddish underneath. Grows
above and below water, and a very choice plant. Avail¬
able year round. 10c per bunch. 6 for 50c.
No. 7. Myriophyllum — The largest selling bunched plant for
( <f) the winter months. Available November to June 1, and
most satisfactory when in season. Our standard when
Cabomba is out of season. 10c per bunch. 6 for 50c.
No. 8. Valisneria — A grass-like plant, for aquariums. Repro-
(<f) duces with creeping runners, same as Sagittaria (No.
1). Available year round. Fine for tropical fish and
all aquariums. 2 for 5c. 30c per dozen.
No. 9. Salvinia — A miniature floating plant, with dainty, fuzzy
leaves 1A" to W in diameter. Grows on the water
without soil, but likes partial shade. Per portion, 25c.
No. 10. Cabomba — -This is the best known of all aquarium
(\f) plants and is now available the year round. The plant
Is relished by Goldfish and many Tropicals and helps
keep them in good condition. 10c per bunch. 6 for 50c.
( <f) HAIR GRASS — When properly started, this will form a
regular carpet— an underwater lawn — on the bottom of the
aquarium. Per portion, 50c.
UMBRELLA PALM — This is the old favorite Umbrella
Plant. A well-known shallow water plant used mainly for
pools. These are choice Greenhouse Grown Plants from
21/4-inch pots. Will grow very large during the Summer, but
must come in for Winter. 15c each.
| COLLECTIONS OF OXYGENATING PLANTS
(Available the year round)
No. Ol — (Suitable for 5 to 10 gallon aquarium or a
| very small pool.) Ten choice oxygenating
1 plants and bunches in five varieties and a
1 few of the miniature floating plants added.
| Collection No. Ol .
Postpaid in U. S.
No. 02 — (Suitable for 15 to 30 gallon aquarium or
I for pools.) Twenty choice oxygenating
| plants and bunches in 5 varieties and a
| few of the miniature floating plants added.
1 Collection No. 02 .
Postpaid in U. S.
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Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
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A Floating Plant
The Water Hyacinth . ,10c
"Queen of Aquatic Plants"
A Tropica I Plant with Flowers of Rarest Orchid Texture
WATER HYACINTHS ( Eichornia Crassipes Major ) arc float¬
ing aquatic plants native to Tropical countries. They
should not be planted like other rooted aquatics, but like
to float in shallow water where only the tips of roots enter the
soil. They are the largest selling pool plants in the United States
because they arc the best plants for Goldfish to spawn on, and
are one of our leading items, which we supply to hundreds of
dealers each Spring. We have done more to popularize this
fine plant than any other firm, because very early we recognized
their wonderful spawning advantages, and because we ship only
the choicest Water Hyacinths on the market!
Water Hyacinths are the finest plants in the world for Goldfish to
spawn on in outdoor pools. Seemingly these plants were made by
Nature for this purpose, for their roots are perfectly formed to receive
and protect the eggs of Goldfish (and egglaying Tropical fish as well).
Even the leaves are so formed that they hold the spawn near the surface
of the water where it is warmest, and still protect the spawn and baby
fish from the direct hot
This cut shows the beautiful orchid-like
flower, the feathery, luxuriant roots so ex¬
cellent for receiving goldfish spawn, and
also a small plant developing from a
runner.
rays of the sun. After the
little fish are hatched they
find protection and safe
hiding among the Hyacinth
roots. It is truly a perfect
“Incubator and Brooder”
for baby Goldfish. .
No pool is complete without Water Hyacinths, and to raise
baby Goldfish there is no surer way to success than by getting
about a dozen Water Hyacinths each Spring. Water Hyacinths
are annuals in all States except the extreme Southern fringe of
the U. S., bul they will more than repay you for your small in¬
vestment, by multiplying as much as twenty-fold in your pool
during the Summer, and by producing dozens of fine blossoms
if kept in a sunny, shallow part of the pond. Plants should
be sprinkled at times.
The pool shown above is owned by Mr. V. E. Wittrig,
of Washington, Iowa. Mr. Wittrig writes: “We started
six of your Water Hyacinths last Spring and had over
100 plants by late Summer. Some days we had as many
as 30 blossoms!’’ This is just one of many similar testi¬
monials on LAKEVIEW WATER HYACINTHS, fa¬
mous for their vitality and productiveness.
10c each. 6 for 50c. $1.00 per dozen.*
‘(Add 15c per dozen if wanted by Parcel Post.)
Caution — Keep roots wet. Plants float on water.
NOTE — For planting instructions see free circular supplied with all
our plants.
Other Floating Plants
WATER LETTUCE or
SHELL FLOWER
(Pistia Stratiotes) — (No. 3 on cut, Page 16)
This is a plant similar to the Water Hyacinth in habit,
hut rarer and more delicate. It will grow best in semi-
shaded locations and prefers a moist atmosphere, so should
be sprinkled at times. Water Lettuce is a rosette of delicate,
soft downy leaves averaging 4 to 10 inches in diameter. The
flower is very inconspicuous, but the leaves are extremely
attractive. (Wild plants are subject to leaf worms which are
very destructive to this plant only. We offer Northern plants
which are free from worms, but not available until May 1st
and thereafter.) 3 for 50c. $1.50 per dozen.
WATER FERN
(Ceratopteris thalictroides )
This is a true fern with fluted leaves resembling garden
lettuce. Dozens of young plants grow from the leaves of
mature plants when they are about 6 inches in diameter.
Water fern reproduces rapidly and is remarkably free from
insect pests. It is often used in growing Red Snails.
50c for 4; $1.25 per dozen. (Small plants 25c per portion.)
MINIATURE FLOATING PLANTS
There are several varieties of miniature floating plants
which add to the appearance of the pool or aquarium. All
multiply rapidly during the Summer and if the water surface
becomes too crowded with these small plants they should be
thinned out.
AZOLLA ( Azolla caroliniana) is a crinkly plant like the
leaf of Arbor Vitae and y2 to 1 inch long. In the early Fall
it turns deep red. (May to November.)
Per portion, 25c.
DUCKWEED (Lemma minor ) is a very small dot of
lettuce-like leaf with tender rootlets. Goldfish eat it at times.
(May to November.)
Per portion, 25c.
SALVINIA (Salvinia braziliensis ) is a plant of three or
four one-quarter-inch leaves of velvety surface with fluted
folds and small roots. (Year round.)
Per portion, 25c.
WATER FERN (See description opposite.) Small plants
of the Water Fern may be used as miniature plants and are
very attractive floating on top of an aquarium.
Per portion, 25c.
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| Six of the larger Floating Plants in three
| varieties, and a few of the miniature
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Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
Forty-Fourth Year
Shallow Water and Bog Plants
Water Canna (Thalia Dealbata) is a glorious Hardy Pool Plant,
splendid for corners and tall center effects.
The following are tall growing, shallow water plants,
which are best for corner or center decorations in pools, or
can be used in clamps at edges of ponds or pools. Asterisks
indicate depth to plant roots under water: ( *)=water level;
(**)=2 inches under water; (***)=6 inches under water.
(SIX PLANTS OF A KIND AT DOZEN RATE.)
WATER CANNA (***) — A very handsome and useful
plant with leaves similar to Cannas and with tall spikes of
purple flowers which later change to purple seeds. It is quite
hardy and does well in water not over 12 inches deep when
planted in good soil. Its height of five to seven feet makes it
well suited for corner or center decoration. (Hardy.)
20c each. $2.00 per dozen.
CATTAIL (***) — An old familiar iolant and still a favorite
for pool planting. Shallow water and plenty of rich soil will
grow these graceful leaves and spikes to 5 feet in height.
6 for 50c. $1.00 per doz. (Hardy.)
INDIAN ARROWHEAD (***) — Very distinctive leaves
shaped like an arrowhead held aloft on a stem from 1 to 3
feet above water, in rich soil and shallow water the plants
thrive and are quite hardy. Spikes of snow-white flowers
with close yellow stamens add to its attraction. (Hardy.)
20c each. $2.00 per dozen.
PICKEREL PLANT (***) — An attractive marsh plant with
frequent spikes of pleasing purple flowers. Plant in shallow
water and it will grow luxuriantly and bloom all summer.
Leaves are heart-shaped — about 1 to 2 feet tall. (Hardy.)
20c each. $2.00 per dozen.
SWEET FLAG (***) Variegated ( Acorus calamus variegata)
— A choice hardy plant with Iris-like leaves 2 to 3 feet tall,
striped green and ivory. Very showy when used in group
planting. (Hardy.)
20c each. $2.00 per dozen.
YELLOW FLAG (**) flris pseudacorous ) — A tall swamp
Iris which likes to grow in wet ground (but not more than
2 inches under water). It produces broad yellow flowers of
the Japanese Iris type, and is hardy.
20c each. $2.00 per dozen.
BLUE FLAG (**) (Iris versicolor ) — Swamp Iris. Same as
the yellow flag described above, except this variety has blue
flowers. Plant same as Yellow Flag. (Hardy.)
20c each. $2.00 per dozen.
LOBELIA ( * * ) Cardinalis (Cardinal Flower) — One of our
most attractive native plants which grows in moist ground
and may be used advantageously at the edge of pools, or on
any ground where they will not suffer from drought. Flowers
borne on spikes and are fiery cardinal color. Strong plants
often produce 10 to 18 spikes 24 to 30 inches long. They
bloom during August and September. (Hardy.)
20c each. $2.00 per dozen.
AT the edges of natural bodies of water there is
always a wealth of vegetation, wherever soil
and climate will allow plants to grow. Since
our object in a water garden is to duplicate in
miniature what Nature does on a grand scale, we
search out her choicest shallow water and bog
plants to use at the edges of our pools and ponds.
This class of plants embraces an enormous num¬
ber of grasses, reeds, creeping vines, tall and short
leaved plants, floating plants, etc. We offer only
selected plants carefully chosen because of char¬
acteristics of beauty and adaptability to use in
water gardens.
The plants listed here are particular in their
requirements.
Some like only their roots wet and we have
designated them thus (*).
Others like two inches of water over their
crowns and are designated thus (**).
The third group should be planted with roots
about six inches under water and are designated
thus (**').
In order to have success growing shallow water
plants, use large flower pots, boxes, or a concrete
ledge or “pockets” so placed that the water will
vary from ground level to six inches over ground
level, and plant each kind at its proper level. To
keep them over Winter place them all in deep water
or protect with board, leaves, etc. (Six of a kind
at dozen rate.)
The plants listed in this column are low-growing varieties.
( Six of a kind at dozen rate.)
WATER POPPY (***) (Hvdrocleis nymphoides) — A dainty
rooted plant which sends up floating leaves and bears yellow
llowers similar to the California poppies. Plant in shallow
water same as a small water lily. Water Poppy can also be
used for inside aquariums if planted in small pots, but
develops better outdoors. (Not hardy in Northern States.)
10c each. $1.20 per dozen.
WATER SNOWFLAKE (Nymphoides indicum) Leaves (**),
Plants (***). A floating aquatic with leaves like a small
water lily. When detached the leaves will send down roots
in shallow water and produce a new plant. It bears dainty
white flowers, an inch in diameter, which resemble a giant
snowflake. (May to December only.) (Not hardy in Northern
States.)
Whole plants, 20c each.
PARROT FEATHER (***) ( Myriophyllum prosperpinacoides)
— A species of Myriophyllum, good for aquariums or pools.
Leafage above and below water. In pools, plant at the edge
in very shallow water, so its long runners will give beautiful
coverage. Available April 15 to November 15. Must be
planted at once on receipt. (Hardy.)
Furnished in bunches, 2 for 25c.
CREEPING WATER HYACINTH (***)— A vine of entirely
different habit from the regular Water Hyacinth, and a steady
bloomer, with dark purple flowers similar to the regular
Water Hyacinth and with similar dark green glossy leaves.
Available May 15 until frost. (Not hardy in Northern States.)
50c each.
PRIMROSE CREEPER (***) (Jussiaea repens ) — A fast
growing, semi-submerged aquatic vine with waxy green leaves
and bearing a profusion of bright yellow flowers. It grows
well in shade or sun. (Not hardy in Northern States.)
3 for 50c. $1.50 per dozen.
FLOATING HEART (***) (Nymphoides peltatum) — Leaves
are similar to those of a Water Lily and it produces brilliant
yellow flowers. Hardy and strong grower. Plant in two to
six inches of water.
4 for 50c. $1.20 per dozen.
SPIDER LILY (**) ( H ymenocallis caribaea) — A native West
Indian plant bearing clusters of fragrant white flowers with
narrow curving petals giving the effect of a large spider. (Not
hardy in Northern States.)
35c each. $3.00 per dozen.
UMBRELLA PALM (*) (Cyperus alternifolius ) — This is the
old favorite Umbrella Plant. A well-known shallow water
plant used mainly for pools. These are choice Greenhouse
Grown Plants from 2Vf>-inch pots. Will grow very large dur¬
ing the Summer, but must come in for Winter. (Not hardy.)
15c each.
PAPYRUS (*) — This is the ancient Egyptian Paper Plant
of historical legend, from which the Egyptians first manufac¬
tured paper, which they called “Papyrus.” It is similar to
Umbrella Palm, but grows to be much larger. (Not hardy up
north.)
25c each.
Forty-Fourth Year
Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
19
Snails, Scavengers, Etc.
SNAILS and Tadpoles should be in every aquarium or pool. They are the clean¬
up squad and help greatly to maintain healthy conditions in the water. The
snails eat algae and green scum, and tadpoles eat decayed matter and surplus food.
Snails and clams can he shipped with your plant orders when weather is
not too warm. The other items must go in water hy express. We prefer to ship
all these items by express, as it is usually safer to send them with some water.
Do not subject any of these animals to sudden changes of temperature. No extra
charge for shipping cans.
JAPANESE SNAILS — These are the largest of
the aquarium snails and are entirely hardy in a
pool. They are better able to resist their natural
enemies because when they retire into the shell
for protection they can close their trapdoor to all
intruders. The young snails are fully formed
and have their own small shell when released by
the parent. Active eaters of algae and green scum.
Medium size, 4 for 25c. 60c per dozen. $5.00
per 100.
Large size, 3 for 25c. $1.00 per dozen.
RED RAMSHORN SNAILS — These are very active algae
eaters and show up at their best in a well planted aquarium.
The body and shell are coral red. They grow to be about 1
inch in diameter. Rare and desirable.
Size about 3 for 50c. $1.75 per dozen.
TADPOLES — These are the green frogs in the tadpole or
undeveloped state. They will develop legs, lose the tail and
become baby frogs during the summer. Meanwhile they are
scavengers and eat decaying materials. Tads must be shipped
in a can with water, but we make no extra charge for it for
this purpose.
50c per dozen,
can included.)
50 for $1.75. $3.50 per 100. (Shipping
GREEN FROGS — A natural accessory for every outdoor
pool. Like turtles, the frogs need some place to rest above
water, so provide a flat board or protruding rock until the
lilies grow. Insects are the natural food of frogs.
Small size, 40c per pair. $1.00 for 6.
Large size, 75c per pair. $1.50 for 6.
BLACK RAMSHORN SNAILS — These are very similar to
the valuable Red Ramshorn Snails, but are much more hardy
and are very prolific. Good for aquariums or pools.
Size about 5 for 25c. 50c per dozen. $4.00 per 100.
BABY GREEN TURTLES— These little fellows are about
two inches in diameter and are beautifully marked with red,
green and yellow. The underpart of their shells is curiously
marked, every turtle seemingly with a different pattern. Many
of the marks resemble maps, hence the name “Geographic”
turtles. Children are always delighted with these harmless
little pets. They may be kept in a pool while small, but in¬
doors should be kept in their own small bowl with a stone to
crawl out of the water and rest on. 15c each. 4 for 50c.
JAPANESE RED-BELLIED SALAMANDERS— Harmless ;
attractive; same care as turtles. Back, jet black; belly, red.
These are a form of water newt, and like frogs, are fine insect
traps. 20c each. 3 for 50c.
35c each. 4 for $1.00.
FRESH WATER CLAMS — Size 2 to 4 inches. These fresh
water mussels are in demand for pools, as they help keep the
water clear by constantly straining out food particles. Keep
them in sand; not too warm, and in old “Green Water,” if
you have it.
2 for 25c. $1.20 per dozen. $4.50 for 50.
Money-Saving Collections
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COLLECTIONS OF POOL
PLANTS
| Collection of 10 shallow water plants, repre-
| senting at least 5 varieties, of our selection.
| All choice plants.
| Collection No. PI .
Postpaid in U. S.
| Collection of 20 shallow water plants, rep-
| resenting at least 8 varieties, of our selec-
1 tion. All choice plants.
1 Collection No. P2 .
Postpaid in U. S.
| MEDIUM POOL COLLECTION — 36 choice water plants |
| in 12 or more varieties, making a complete collection for 1
I a medium size (7x10) pool. Includes the following: I
| 14 Plants for sides, clumps, corners or margins.
8 Plants for centerpiece or background. (Tall plants.) |
| 6 Underwater oxygenating plants.
6 Water Hyacinths.
| 2 Other varieties of floating plants.
| Collection No. P3 .
Prepaid in U. S.
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! COLLECTIONS OF
SCAVENGERS
FOR A SMALL OR MEDIUM SIZE POOL
1 Shipped in a can with water. Express Charges Collect. |
1 10 Tadpoles, 10 Japanese Snails, 10 Black Ramshorn |
| Snails, 2 Clams, and 2 Salamanders. In-
| eludes shipping can and 34 Scavengers.
| Collection No. SI .
FOR A LARGE POOL
| Double the above collection with 2 extra
| clams and 4 frogs. Includes shipping can
| and / 4 scavengers.
| Collection No. S2 .
This photograph of a charming informal pool was sent by Mr. R. R.
MacLeod, of Greensboro, No. Car. The tall plant near the center is
the handsome Water Canna which is hardy.
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Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
Forty-Fourth Year
“FRIENDSHIP” COLLECTION
No. T2
| One pair of each of the Fish shown |
| above, except Betta and Paradise, 1
| making eight pairs of congenial |
1 Tropical Fish. A splendid collec- |
I tion for a 12-Gallon Aquarium. I
| Plants and snails to Balance the 1
| aquarium are included.
| $7.10.) No extra charge <1*
I for can. Collection No. 4>
{ T2, only .
Tropical Fish are Interesting
THERE are hundreds of varieties of small fresh water Ashes, native to the various
warmer countries of the world, which may be successfully kept in aquariums
and pools. Of the many species of these Ash, a few are outstanding in their
beauty of color and form, as well as their interesting habits of breeding. During
the past ten years the hobby of keeping these tiny Tropical Fish has gained great
popularity in Europe and in the United States. We list here only the best varieties
of proven merit.
KEEPING IN THE HOME — When properly managed, a balanced aquarium (See
Page 14) can be easily maintained; and with clear water, growing plants, and with
some colorful GoldAsli and a few’ lively Tropical Fish, is a source of much beauty.
Tropical Fish will live contentedly in rather close quarters, and will proceed to mate
and raise their families in their accustomed way. However, if you are a beginner
in this hobby, we suggest that you order at least one of the books we list before you
start. The most essential points for keeping Tropical Fish are a balanced, healthy
aquarium, kept between 65 and 75 degrees. If possible, do not allow the temperature
to vary more than a few degrees. F'or extra heat in Winter, automatic electric
heaters are now available at low cost. (See Page 24.1
* Varieties marked (*) will live together peacefully.
KEEPING IN POOLS — Tropical Fish may he kept in outdoor pools with GoldAsli
from June to September. However, they are of course very small and inconspicuous
for a pool, as their iridescent colors are best seen through glass.
FEEDING — The feeding of Tropical Fish requires special foods such as we list
on Page 21. Feed adult Tropical Fish once a day, and* only as much as they will
consume in Afteen minutes. It is important to have no surplus food in aquariums
of Gold or Tropical Fish, as this fouls the water quickly. Clams and Snails are
used as scavengers, also WeatherAsh, Corydoras paleatus (the Brazilian Catfish) and
Tadpoles. These creatures will help keep the water pure by eating up uneaten
portions of food.
SHIPPING — Tropical Fish are shipped in standard containers during warm
weather, from June to about the end of September, for which we charge 50c each,
non-returnable. At other times of the year we use special insulated cans or jugs
for which we ask a deposit of $2.00 each, which will be returned when the con¬
tainer comes back. (Return charges only 20c per can by Prepaid Express from any
point in U. S. We guarantee live delivery of Tropical Fish except in very cold
weather.
LIVE BEARERS
‘GUPPY (Lebistes reticulatus) — These
Ash, often called “Peacock” and “Rain¬
bow” Ash, because of the numerous and
variegated colors of the males, which
seldom exceed 1 inch in length, are the
best known of all Tropical Fish. Fe¬
males are much larger Ilian males, but
lack their brilliant colors. A very pro-
1 i lie live-bearer giving birth to from 20
to 40 young every four to six weeks.
The young Ash, if kept in a well-planted
aquarium and not too crowded, are
often ready to breed when only 10 to 12
weeks old. Our strain of Guppies will
produce males of exceptional quality
and color. (Males not quite as large as
shown. )
Per pair, 20c. Per dozen, $1.00.
‘SAILFINS ( Mollienisia latipinna > —
The most colorful native Ash of the
Southeastern and Gulf States of our
own country, and a live-bearer. its
popular name “SailAn” was derived
from the appearance of the large dorsal
fin on the male. As these Ash will
stand temperature as low as 55 degrees,
and are 2 to 3 inches in size, they are
also well suited for use in outdoor Ash
pools during the Summer, and will not
he harmed by GoldAsli. They are
largely vegetarian in their diet, and like
to clean the algae that grows on Sagit-
taria plants. They will also eat the
growing tips of Valisneria.
Per pair, 60c. Per dozen, $3.00.
•BLACK MOLLIENISIA— Though of
the same species as the Saillins, they
are the result of many years of selective
breeding, so that now the adults of this
variety are a beautiful black velvet
color. Younger Ash are spotted, turning
black with maturity. “Black Mollies”
are also largely vegetarian in habit.
Medium size, per pair, 75c.
All Black adults, per pair, $2.00.
‘MEXICAN SWORDTAILS ( X ip ho -
phorus helleri) — Also a native of Mexico,
and a live bearer. Body generally a
bluish green on sides, abdomen silvery,
two lateral lines of either red, orange or
yellow on each side. These side mark¬
ings form upper and lower margins of
the “sword” on males and meet at the
tip or point of sword. Good specimens
often attain a size of 3 inches and more.
Per pair, 60c. Per dozen, $3.00.
•RED SWORDTAIL— S a m e general
characteristics as the green swordtail,
but body is an attractive red or “tan¬
gerine” color. Lateral lines are several
shades darker than the body color.
Sword is greenish gold with black
Live Bearers
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border. The males of this variety have
a true “Swordtail”— not the short sword
of the hybrids. A striking color con¬
trast in the happy family aquarium.
Per pair, $1.00.
•BLACK HYBRID HELLERI, originated
through the cross breeding of Black
Moon and Green Swordtail, is now a
clear strain, and young are born true to
form. Sides of body are black, under¬
parts light brown, dorsal region bril¬
liant dark green. Fins light green to
yellowish. This is one of the most
striking gems of the Tropical Fish
world. This fish is susceptible to
change in quality of water as well as
temperature. Keep the water in our
shipping can, and get them used to
your tank water gradually.
Per pair, $1.00.
•MOONS or PLATYS (Variety Platy-
poecilus naculatus ) , were Arst imported
from Mexico, but through selective
breeding many variations in color have
heen obtained; and at this time about
the only resemblance to their progeni¬
tors that still remains, are the body
lines and Ans. All will do well in the
happy family aquarium, though to
breed, the full red, or “Blood” moons
should have constant temperature of
about 75 degrees. Size, 1 to iy2 inches.
Blue Moons . Pair, 50c; Doz., $3.00
Black Moons . Pair, 50c ; Doz., 3.00
Gold Moons . Pair, 50c; Doz., 3.00
Pure Red Moons ... Pair, 50c ; Doz., 3.00
•MOSQUITO FISH ( Gambusia affinis)
— A native live bearer from Florida
waters. Females light brown to silver;
size, \y2 to 2 inches. Males lighter
burnished silvery color; size, 1 inch and
less. As their name implies, these Ash
are true mosquito killers and are used
extensively for that purpose. Can be
subjected to temperature as low as 45
degrees without serious result. Some
strains will withstand light ice on the
water. A few of these tiny fellows will
keep the small pool or tub garden en¬
tirely free of mosquito larvae. (But so
will the Goldfish!)
Per pair, 25c. Per dozen, $1.20.
BUBBLE NEST
BUILDERS
•BETTA SPLENDENS— The fighting
Ash from Siam. These gorgeous Aghters
may be kept in the community tank
with other species, but they just can’t
agree with the male members of their
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Bubble Nest Builders
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own family. In Siam they are cared
for, pitted in combat, and treated in
much the same respect as the Game
Cock of Spain and Mexico. To really
appreciate their brilliant changeable
colors it is necessary to actually see
them in combat, or courting their
elusive mates. The mating habits of
“Bettas” are most interesting and in¬
clude the remarkable bubble nest pro¬
duced by the male. However, much
study must be given before they can
be successfully raised in aquariums.
The white and red variety is called
“Betta Cambodia.”
Per pair
Betta Cambodia, white and red.
medium size . $1.50
Emerald Green, medium size.... 1.50
Cornilower Blue, medium size... 1.50
Green and Red, medium size.... 1.50
Large Adults, any color . 3.00
•DWARF GOURAMI (Colisa lalia )—
This is a very interesting “Bubble Nest
Builder” or Labyrinth fish, of an irides¬
cent olive green color with darker cross¬
bands and usually spotted. Colors
more brilliant and most pronounced
when mating.
Per pair, $1.50.
PARADISE FISH ( Macropodus opercu-
larisj — This is one of the lirst Tropical
Fish to be introduced to our country.
It is native to Southern China, and has
always been a great favorite. Though
a bubble nest builder, it is one of the
varieties that will multiply without
special attention when placed in a large,
thickly planted tank. Can stand as low
as 45 to 50 degrees temperature. Color
is greenish brown, with blue and red
crossbands. Size, 3 inches.
Per pair, 75c. Per dozen, $3.50.
EGG LAYERS
'ZEBRA FISH ( Brachydanio rerio)—
These little fellows are just what their
name implies, for a series of black and
silver lateral lines produces a striking
Zebra effect. They claim attention for
both their vivid color and their constant
movement, and are classed with the
most popular aquarium fish. They are
nearly ceaseless in activity, dividing
their time with the process of searching
for food and courting their mates.
Size is 1 to 2 inches. They lay a non¬
adhesive egg.
Price, each, 25c. Per dozen, $2.50.
•ROSY BARB (Barbus conchonius) —
This is a popular and very friendly
little fish with breeding habits some¬
what similar to Goldfish. The base
color is silver, shaded with green and
pink (especially on breeding males),
and with orange fins. Rosy Barbs are
amicable and well suited to indoor
aquariums.
Per pair, 50c. Per dozen, $2.50.
•PRISTELLA RIDDLEI — Translucent
silvery color with black spot on white
and yellow dorsal fin, another black
spot on anal fin which is also white and
yellow. Caudal or tail fin sometimes
bright red. Native to Venezuela and
Guiana. Large full-grown specimens
attain a size of 1% to 2 inches, though
average fish are somewhat smaller. A
very attractive fish and well suited for
either the community tank or a small
aquarium.
Price, each, 60c.
*TETRA VON RIO ( Hyphessobrycon
flammeus ) — Often called “Red from
Rio” because of its brilliant red mark¬
ings. Native of Rio De Janeiro. Body
is gray brown to greenish with two
vertical darker bars near the gills;
stomach is silvery white. The back and
fins are bright red, ventral fins of males
sometimes bordered with black.
Price, each, 60c.
in Aq uariums
•HEAD AND TAIL-LIGHT (Hemigram-
mus ocelufer ) — Tli is variety is frequent¬
ly called “Head and Tail-light fish,”
due to the red or copper spot on back
at base of tail and the eyes which have
a glowing red color when observed from
above in a reflected light. The body is
generally a brownish green with a black
lateral band widening at the base of
tail. Its native home is British Guiana.
Price, each, 60c.
•BRAZILIAN CATFISH (Corydoras
oaleatus) — A bottom feeder and a very
effective little scavenger which will help
keep the aquarium “balanced” and in
good condition by cleaning up any un¬
eaten food left over by the other fish.
Their appearance proves quite striking
because of the dissimilarity to the other
classes of aquarium fish. The body is
devoid of scales, but has spiny pectoral
fins and barbels or “feelers” around the
mouth. Color is light brown with
darker spots in vertical rows on the
body and fins. Their sex is determined
by the fins; the dorsal and ventrals of
males are pointed, those of the females
are round. Furnished in sizes l1/? lo
3 inches.
Price, each, 60c.
"MED AKA (Oryzias lat'.pes ) — These
golden beauties abound in the rice fields
of Japan, are quite hardy and, in our
own experience, have been found to be
in good health after removal from ponds
covered with ice. They are golden
colored, about 1% inch in size, and they
lay their eggs in small bunches joined
together with a tiny thread.
Per pair, 20c. Per dozen, $1.00.
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COLLECTIONS OF
TROPICAL FISH
INTRODUCTORY
COLLECTION No. T1
This low priced collection of |
I Tropical Fish makes an ideal as- |
| sortment for the beginner. It will §
| make a very attractive gift. The |
1 collection is well suited to an |
| eight or ten gallon aquarium.
One pair of each of the follow- |
| ing: Mexican Swordtails, Blue or |
I Black Moons, Zebra Fish, Black |
1 Mollies, Mosquito Fish or Gup- |
| pies, one medium size - - 1 =
I and one Brazilian
1 Catfish. Twelve
| fish and shipping
I can .
“AQUATIC JEWELS”
COLLECTION No. T3
Included in this collection are
some of the most attractive of all
Tropical Fish — Gems of the
Aquarium. Their brilliant colors
and elegant carriage are a
source of immeasurable wonder
and amusement. The following
selection comes to you ready to
be placed in your aquarium. We
include a choice assortment of
Snails and Plants to “balance” a
15 gallon aquarium. One pair
each; Scalare, Dwarf Gourami,
Black Hybrids, Pristella Riddlei,
Tetra Von Rio, Black Mollies, Red
Swordtails, Red or Black Moons,
and one only Betta Splendens and
Brazilian Catfish. Also includes
one pkg. of Lakeview Tropical
Fish Food. Twenty
choice fish. $11.65
Value. Collection
T3, all for .
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$10o°
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Young “Angel Fish” in an aquarium.
*ANGEL FISH ( Pterophyllum scalare <
— This is an egg layer native to the
Amazon river regions of Brazil. The
body color is dark silver with four
vertical black bars, which change color
during the spawning period, and when
the fish are excited. Fins are a bluish
silver. Large specimens attain a size of
4 to 5 inches in length, 3 to 4 inches in
height, with a thickness or body width
of not over %-inch from side to side.
The gliding and almost effortless move¬
ments of these fish, together with their
long, narrow ventral or front fins (often
longer than the fish themselves), and
the winglike dorsal and ventral fins,
give cause for many fanciers to call
them “The Aristocrats of the Aquar¬
ium.” Very difficult to breed in captiv¬
ity, but one of the most popular Trop¬
icals.
Price, each, 35c. Per dozen, $4.00.
Large size, $1.50 to $5.00 each.
i |
| BOOKLETS AND BOOKS |
To Answer All Questions
THE A. B. C. OF THE FISH f
1 FANCIER. By I. B. DeNazaris — |
| 16 pages. Answering ninety-nine f
| problems of Aquarium manage- §
I ment in question form. (Deals 1
I principally with Tropical Fish.) |
Per Copy, Postpaid . 20c
TROPICAL FISH HANDBOOK. \
I Fourth edition. 60 illustrations. |
1 Describes and illustrates thirty- |
I one popular Tropical Fish. Tells \
1 about aeration, pH control, treat- |
| ing diseases, etc.
Postpaid in U. S . 25c
GOLDFISH AND THEIR CARE. j
I Also describing Tropical Fish. =
1 By O. C. Beldt. 1932 edition. f
1 24-page modern booklet. Well |
| illustrated.
Per copy, postpaid . 15c
GOLDFISH VARIETIES AND !
1 TROPICAL AQUARIUM FISHES |
1 - — By Wm. T. Innes. This is the I
1 recognized authority on Aquar- f
I ium Fishes and kindred sub- |
i jects. 300 pages — 275 illustra- |
1 tions. Cloth, Gilt Top.
Per copy, postpaid . $4.00
THE MODERN AQUARIUM— j
1 By Wm. T. Innes. A condensed \
| book by the same Author as §
1 above and treating Goldfish, |
I Tropical Fish, and Aquarium §
1 Plants. 65 pages. Illustrated.
Per copy, postpaid .... $1.00
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Lakeview Ponds, ML Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
Forty-Fourth Year
Modern Aquariums for all Purposes
PEERLESS
MODERNISTIC
AQUARIUMS
This “Peerless” Aquarium comes from
New York, and is as modern as swank
Park Avenue. It is made of gleaming
Chromium Plate on zinc alloy, is rust¬
proof and thoroughly well built of
heavy plate glass with slate bottom. It
will lit in with any scheme of decora¬
tion. The gleaming metal hood has a
concealed electric light in it which
illuminates the tank beautifully at
night and frequently supplies enough
heat, so that no additional heater is
needed for Tropical Fish. Prices below
are for Chromium Plated Aquariums
and hoods.
No. 81P, 18 x 7 x 9"— 4% gallons.
Aquarium only . $7.00
Chromene Hood . 3.50
Wrought Iron Stand (not shown) . . 9.00
No. 82P, 22 x 8 x 10"— 7% gallons.
Aquarium only . $ 8.50
Chromene Hood . 4.00
Wrought Iron Stand (not shown). 10.00
No. 83P, 30 x 9 x 11" — 13 gallons.
Aquarium only . $15.50
Chromene Hood . 7.00
Wrought Iron Stand (not shown) . 14.00
NOTE — The above numbers can he
furnished in two-tone Dark Green and
Gold, instead of Chromium plated at
20% less than above figures. No change
for prices of stands.
BULB EDGE AQUARIUMS
This line of inexpensive Aquariums is
also very popular with Tropical Fish
enthusiasts who want the bulb edge
type. They are made of lead coated
steel (non corrosive), painted black
with white line “marbled” markings,
and are equipped with rubber bumpers
on the feet to prevent scratching when
moved. Sides are glazed with TV' Bulb
Edge Glass and bottoms are ■$," thick
obscure solite glass. Packed in indi¬
vidual cartons. Note Nos. 611 and 814
are glazed with %" thick glass sides and
V*" thick obscure solite glass bottoms.
No. 611 — 6x11x7" deep, 2-gallon;
each, $1.70.
No. 814 — 8x14x8" deep, 3.8 gallon;
each, $2.60.
No. 916 — 9x15x9" deep, 5 gallon;
each, $3.00.
No. 920 — 9 x 19 x 9%" deep, 6.5 gal¬
lon; each, $3.60.
No. 1023—10 x 22 x 11" deep, 10.4 gal¬
lon; each, $1.75.
Note: No. 1023 is too large for bulb
edge construction. It has a frame
around the top to give added strength.
A WELL designed and artistic aquarium with plants and fish will
afford great pleasure to everyone in the house. Many varieties of
Tropical Fish can he kept with Goldfish, and such an aquarium
will be an especial source of interest during the dull Winter months.
Keeping Goldfish and Tropical Fish in aquariums has become much
more of a science than in the days of the round fish globe. Now the
“Aquarist” wants his plants to grow. He keeps the temperature about
70 degrees if he has any Tropical Fish, and for choice specimens of
Goldfish he may even select a tank connected for running water which
may be conveniently turned on al times. We list here a few choice
styles suitable for home use. (Sizes are stated in inches, the last figure
indicating depth.)
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Terms of Shipment
Unless otherwise stated, prices are |
| quoted F.O.B. Cincinnati and are sub- |
| ject to change without notice. Smaller |
| aquariums are shipped by Express, |
| larger ones by Freight. Examine I
| shipments of aquariums or other 5
| glassware in the presence of the f
| transportation Company’s Agent and |
1 get his written acknowledgment in §
| case of any breakage. Transporta- 1
| tion Companies are liable for damage |
| on the way, but claims will not be 1
= honored without proof, hence in- |
| spect shipments when delivered.
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METAL FRAME
AQUARIUMS
These aquariums are very serviceable
and inexpensive. The frames are
welded heavy gauge rustless sheet
metal, painted black with white line
“marbled” markings, glazed with clear
glass, with SLATE bottoms set in dark
plastic cement. They are used exten¬
sively for keeping or displaying Tropical
Fish. Packed one to a carton.
Size Capacity Each
No. 75. 6 x 10 x 8"— 2 gal . $1.20
No. 76. 6 x 12 x 9" — 2% gal. . . . 1.50
No. 77. 8 x 14 x 10"— 5 gal . 2.50
No. 78. 10 x 16 x 12"— 8% gal . 4.00
No. 84. 9 x 18 x 11"— 7V2 gal. . . . 3.80
No. 85. 6 x 20 x 10"— Window
Aquarium — 5% gal. . . . 3.50
No. 86. 10 x 20 x 12"— Window
Aquarium — 10% gal. . . 4.40
No. 88. 7 x 24 x 10"— Window
Aquarium — 7% gal. . . 4.00
No. 91. 8 x 26 x 11" — Window
Aquarium — 10 gal. . . . 5.50
No. 201. 12 x 24 x 12" — Heavy Angle
Iron Frame — -15 gal. . . 10.50
DISPLAY AQUARIUMS
These four display tanks are of the
best construction obtainable. They are
adapted for the storage of Goldfish or
for Tropical Fish Stock Tanks and are
recommended for home or store use.
Construction is of heavy welded angle
iron; frames glazed with %-inch glass
(except No. DD1, which has fV" glass),
with slate bottom and fitted with rust¬
proof feed and drain connections for
running water. (Deduct $2.25 if feed
and drain are not wanted.) The finish
is olive green baked enamel. Bottom
shelf of glass. Tanks and stands are
quoted separately, F.O.B. Chicago, and
should go by freight.
No. DD1. Size 12 x 30 x 12" deep. 15 gal.
Tank only . $18.50
Stand and Shelf (height 30") . 8.50
Shipping weight, 70 lbs.
No. DD2. Size 14 x 36 x 14" deep. 25 gal.
Tank only . $32.00
Stand and Shelf (height 30") . 10.00
Shipping weight, 122 lbs.
No. DD3. Size 16 x 48 x 16" deep. 45 gal.
Tank only . $50.00
Stand and Shelf (height 30") . 14.00
Shipping weight, 190 lbs.
No. DD4. Size 18 x 60 x 18" deep. 74 gal.
Tank only . $75.00
Stand and Shelf (height 30") . 16.50
Shipping weight, 250 lbs.
AQUARIUM CEMENT
“Peerless” Aquarium Cement is the
best obtainable. It is black in color,
ready to use, and will always stay
elastic so that the glass may expand
and contract without cracking. With
this cement it is easy to repair breaks
or leaky aquariums at home.
Furnished in 1-lb. cans.
35c each. $3.60 per dozen.
I AQUARIUM ORNAMENTS {
We can supply numerous styles 1
1 of imported glazed china, or clay |
I ornaments for aquariums at 10c, |
| 15c, 25c, 35c, and 50c each. Spe- |
| cify style and price and we can |
1 please you.
PLANT POTS
Glazed china, or clay plant pots f
| are available in round, triangular 1
1 and rectangular shapes of vari- |
| ous sizes at 15c, 25c, 40c, and 75c |
1 each. Specify style wanted.
CORAL FORMATIONS
Natural Coral Rock formations f
| are quite the vogue in Aquarium |
| decoration. These are collected |
I from Florida and the West |
| Indies. Specify style wanted.
Beach Coral Rocks, each, 25c.
Deep Sea Corals, each, 35c and =
1 40c.
Antler or Tree Corals, each, f
I 45c.
Forty-Fourth Year
Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
23
Foods and Supplies for Gold and T ropical Fish
FISH FOODS, ETC. AQUARIUM SUPPLIES
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| Foods, plants and small |
| supplies may be shipped by |
1 Parcel Post when so ordered |
= by you, and when extra funds |
I are sent to cover this cost; |
1 otherwise they are shipped 1
| Express Collect.
1 Our minimum postage |
I charge for special Parcel Post |
I packing and mailing is 25c |
I for all orders under $2.50. 1
| For orders of $2.50 and |
1 over which can be shipped by |
I Parcel Post, add 10% of the |
= order to cover the postage. I
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NATURAL FISH FOOD — Lakeview “F'ive Fishes” Brand
Natural Fish Food is a well-balanced ration for Goldfish.
Packed in 1%-ounce shaker top cans for aquarium use and in
larger cans for store or pool use.
1%-oz. Shaker Top Cans, each, 10c. Six for 50c.
1 Quart Can (14-oz.), each, 50c.
3%-lb. Can, each, .$1.50.
DRIED SHRIMP— Lakeview “Five Fishes” Brand Pure Sun
Dried Shrimp is used extensively for Tropical Fish and can
be used as a supplementary food for Goldfish.
1-oz. Shaker Top Cans (Fine only) each, 10c. Six for 50c.
1-Quart Can (12-oz.), each, 50c.
3^-lb. Can, each, $1.75.
LAKEVIEW TROPICAL FISH FOOD— This is a highly
nourishing and thoroughly satisfactory food for Tropical Fish
prepared by ourselves, and used daily for feeding our thou¬
sands of Tropical Fish ranging in size from %-inch to full-
grown adults. Directions tell how to moisten this food before
using. Packed in small boxes and in large cans.
l^-oz. Box, each, 10c.
1-lb. Can, each, $1.00.
IMPORTED GERMAN FOODS— Here are two of the most
celebrated German foods used by expert aquarists to feed
newly born Tropical Fish and to keep them growing. WELKE
UNIVERSAl FISH FOOD comes in four sizes: “Large” (Coarse)
for large fish, “Medium” for medium size fish, “Fine” for small
fish and “Dust Fine” for very small baby fish. When ordering
specify size wanted. WAWIL comes in only 1 size, which is
easily pulverized between the fingers for small fish. Feed as it
comes for medium and larger sizes.
WELKE — In %-oz. Tin Cans (Specify size), each, 15c.
WAWIL — (Milk base food — keeps indefinitely) %-oz. Cans,
each, 15c.
DRIED DAPHNIA — Very best grade clean large Daphnia
(the dried Water Flea or Daphnia), imported from Germany.
Greatly relished by Scalare when no live food is obtainable.
y2-oz. Box (shown above with lid removed), 15c.
1 Pint, 60c. 1 Quart, (6 oz.), $1.00. 1-lb., $2.00.
INFUSORIA PRODUCER — A dried vegetable product which
produces the living organisms on which tiny Tropical Fish or
Baby Goldfish newly hatched from eggs will live until they
are large enough to eat prepared food. Directions on box.
Each, 10c.
ENCHYTRAE WORMS — Tin* small white worms which
can be kept alive in a box of moist soil if simple directions on
box are followed. These are relished by all Tropical Fish
when other live food is scarce.
Portion, 50c.
FLOATING WORM FEEDER — A small glass cup as big as
a thimble, which floats in a cork ring. The glass cup has small
holes in it through which the worms can wriggle. This is the
nicest way to feed live ENCHYTRAE WORMS.
Each, 25c.
GLASS FEEDING RINGS — Small tubular glass shaped into
a hollow 214-inch square to float. Food placed in the center
will not float all over the aquarium, but will sink in one spot.
Each. 10c.
TURTLE FOOD — A dried food which will keep baby
turtles and newts healthy if fed a few grains daily.
Per box, 10c.
DIP NETS FOR AQUARIUMS AND POOLS—
No. 1. Wire handled Goldfish net, 4" diameter, with
best grade netting . Each, 10c
No. 2. 6" diameter net with 18" wood handle.
(A light net for aquariums) . Each, 30c
No. 3. Small Tropical Fish net, 21/2" triangular
frame . Each, 10c
No. 4. Medium Tropical Fish net with 5" triangular
frame . Each, 20c
No. 5. A well-made 4% x 6" square Tropical Fish
net. FINEST NET OF ITS SIZE ON THE
MARKET . Each, 35c
No. 6. A well-made 7 x 10" square Tropical Fish
net. FINEST NET OF ITS SIZE ON THE
MARKET . Each, 60c
STRONG POOL NETS — These are well-made nets with
i/i-inch round copper-plated iron rims, the best grade of netting
attached with copper wire, and with heavy hardwood handles.
These nets are made by ourselves and the same as we use for
our own work in pools and ponds. They are the best nets
obtainable. Frames will last several years, netting is renew¬
able.
No. 10. 10" diameter round net with 15" wood
handle . Each, $ .85
No. 11. 11 y2” flat front net with 24" wood handle .. Each, 1.00
No. 13. 13" diameter round net with 24" wood
handle . Each, 1.00
No. 16. 16" diameter round net with 72" wood
handle . Each, 1.50
NOTE — In case you want a fine mesh net and wish to
supply the material yourself, we can supply frame only at 25c
less than price for net complete as above, but we do not supply
these nets with other than standard 1/4" Goldfish netting.
NETTING — We can supply a very good grade of cotton
netting, the same as we use in our Goldfish nets, seines, etc.,
14" mesh, 36" wide, per lineal foot, 45c (10 or more feet at 40c
per foot).
AOUARIUM SCRAPERS — A very handv device for scraping
algae and scum from the aquarium without removing the
water. It uses a razor blade which is renewable.
Price, each, 25c. l
AUTOMATIC GLASS SYPHONS— Self-starting. Merely
place in aquarium and water starts to flow with no sucking,
etc., needed. (The syphon shown in above cut is inverted.)
Price, each, 60c.
RESERVOIR DIP TUBES — Very convenient for removing
uneaten food and sediment from the bottom of aquariums.
Large size, 16" long, well made.
Price, each, 40c.
FLOATING THERMOMETERS — Constructed so only 1 inch
of top is above water. Temperature can be read through
aquarium glass without removing. Red Wine Spirit indicator.
Price, each, 25c.
THERMOMETER HOLDERS — Small rubber suction tabs
with wire ring to hold thermometer stationary inside the
aquarium.
Price, each, 10c.
GLASS BREEDING TRAPS — A receptacle for gravid
females of the live bearing varieties, which allows the newly
born young to escape from parent through opening in bottom.
Size, 4x6x5%" deep.
Price, each, 65c.
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Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
Forty-Fourth Year
Heating and Aerating Equipment
WHERE Tropical Fish are subject to a fluctuating tempera¬
ture which may go below 65 degrees at night, it is
advisable to use an automatic electric heater. They
consume very little current and help keep the fish in good
health by preventing chills.
We list several sizes which
are quite inexpensive. All are
guaranteed for one year. For
average home conditions we
recommend these sizes : 25
Watt for tanks 4 to 6 gallons;
40 Watt for tanks 6 to 9 gal¬
lons; 75 Watt for tanks 10 to
15 gallons. Two or more
heaters for larger tanks.
NOTE — At times a new
heater will smoke first 15
minutes in use. Do not dis¬
connect it, as it will stop in
15 minutes or so. Add 15c
per heater if wanted by
Parcel Post.
CHROMIUM PLATED AQUARIUM HEATERS
No. 1. (Not Automatic) — 25 Watt . Each,
No. 2. (Not Automatic) — 40 Watt . Each, 1.00
No. 3. (Not Automatic) — 75 Watt . Each, 1.00
THERMOSTAT No. 1, to regulate up to 300 Watts of
the above heaters . Each, 1.75
AUTOMATIC AQUARIUM HEATERS— Two-piece automatic.
Heater in a chormium-plated tube. Thermostat in a glass tube.
(Formerly our No. 4A.)
No. 1A. (Automatic) — 25 Watt . Each, $2.00
No. 2A. (Automatic) — 40 Watt . Each, 2.00
No. 3A. (Automatic) — 75 Watt . Each, 2.00
No. 12A. Chromium-plated one-piece heater with
thermostat built in. Furnished in size 40
or 75 Watt. Specify size wanted. (For¬
merly our No. 3A) . Each, 2.50
THE ACE AQUARIUM HEATER (Automatic) —Latest type
chromium plated heater, waterproof and adjustable. Can be
used under water, on the bottom, or at the side ot aquarium.
Thermostat easily attached to side of aquarium, and contains
a VISIBLE BUILT-IN THERMOMETER.
Furnished in two sizes. 40 watt for tanks 2 to 10 gallons,
75 watt for tanks 10 to 20 gallons. Specify size... Each, $2.50
The Marco Pump
AERATION of Tropical Fish Aquariums is necessary if they
are in any way over-crowded, and especially during
periods of dull weather with no sunshine, for plants do
not aerate the water without the sun, unless stimulated by
electric light. With artificial aeration it is also possible to
greatly increase the storage capacity of an aquarium.
THE MARCO PUMP— This
is an American-made pump
built as an efficient piece of
machinery, not a toy. It
operates on 110-volt, 60-cycle
ALTERNATING current only.
(You can learn the kind of
current you have by telephon¬
ing your local Electric Com¬
pany.) It is silent, efficient,
self - starting, non - reversible,
and cannot overheat even if
stalled. The only care needed
is to oil it once a week. No
radio interference. Guaranteed
one year and will -last con¬
siderably longer with average
use. Unpainted aluminum
chassis, size 5x6x5" high.
This pump will automatically supply from 6 to 15 medium
pressure air releases without adjustment. It will consume only
about 10 kilowatt hours of current j>er month. Highly recom¬
mended for small breeders and for dealer use.
Each, $12.50.
THE JENSEN PUMP — An efficient American made pump
which operates on the same principle as the above and is
designed for 110-125 volt 60 cycle A.G. current only. It will
supply from 6 to 12 ordinary air releases.
Each, $9.00.
AIREATOR STONES — These are small porous stones with
a short attachment to insert in hose. The air is then released
in the aquarium in a stream of fine bubbles. Two sizes.
Small, 25c each. Medium, 40c each.
CONTROL VALVES — Sma!l valve with knurled adjusting
screw to regulate the flow of air to each air release.
Regular T form, (Style A), each, 45c.
T plug to convert Style A Valve to one-way valve, each, 10c.
Special Precision T form, (Style C), each, 85c.
HOSE CLAMPS — Small knurled adjusting screw permits
the hose to be clamped together to cut down air supply to
proper amount. Very satisfactory if regulated after each shut
down of pump.
Each, 20c.
METAL FITTINGS — Small fittings to connect to the hose.
Metal T, each, 25c.
Metal Cross T (X), each, 35c.
RUBBER HOSE — Pure rubber tubing to fit valves, air
stones, pumps, etc.
12 feet for 50c. $3.50 per 100 feet.
Some Notes on Keeping Goldfish
IT IS possible to keep Goldfish in pools for several years
without serious mortality; however, like all other creatures
on this earth, they are subject to diseases and natural
enemies. Some of the causes of trouble are not readily de¬
tected, but we list them here, as we believe it best to tell our
customers what to be on the guard against, and how to prevent
trouble before it gets a good start. (For Winter care of Goldfish
m Pools, see Page 25.)
WATCH THE TEMPERATURE— When transferring fish
from tank to tank, whenever a difference in temperature exists,
equalize it gradually. No definite rule for this can be given,
but about 2 or 3 minutes per degree of difference would ordi¬
narily be sufficient time to equalize the temperature by gradual
mixing, or by floating, in the case of Goldfish, but more time
should be allowed in the case of Tropical Fish.
KEEP FISH OUT OF SUN — Never allow Goldfish to stand
in their cans overnight, or longer than necessary, or never in
direct sunlight, and never next to or on a heater, unless
watched carefully.
WHITE FUNGUS — This is a Common Goldfish disease
often caused by sudden change of temperature. It is mani¬
fested by the appearance of a whitish fungus on the tails or
fins. It is contagious. Use one ounce of common salt per
gallon of water and treat for several days, or use 4 drops of
2% mercurochrome to the gallon of water, or use 2 grains
Permanganate of Potash to the gallon. Fish can be fed while
being treated. The sickest ones should be thrown away.
HEALTH DIP — If fish appear sluggish and swim slowly
about the surface of the water in a very listless manner, give
them a HEALTH DIP. The treatment we recommend is spe¬
cially useful in Spring after fish have come through the Winter
in a weakened condition. Use Acetic Acid, 36% strength, in
the proportion of three ounces to four gallons of water. Use
a deep net, allow fish to remain in the solution 60 seconds
only. This treatment causes a whitish appearance to fish
when removed, but they will be much improved in a day. A
second dip can be given about four days later. The tank
should be thoroughly washed out.
ICHTHIOPHTHIRIUS— Commonly called “Ick.” is a
minute parasite covering body and fins which gives t lie fish an
appearance of having been sprinkled with salt. This can be
cured by adding 4 drops of 2% mercurochrome to the gallon of
water, and holding temperature about 70 degrees. Tropical
Fish are very susceptible to this disease when chilled.
FISH LICE — Goldfish are at times troubled with a small
sucking parasite % to %-inch diameter, which gets on tails
and fins and causes irritation. During warm weather, in July
and August, they multiply, but usually subside when cold
weather comes. If your pool had an attack of these parasites
the previous Summer we advise cleaning out the pool thorough¬
ly early in Spring and examining the fish before replacing in
tiie pool. Fish lice, while not of themselves dangerous to the
life of Goldfish, annoy them considerably and in time cause
sore spots which may be attacked by fungus. The usual
method of control is to examine each fish closely and remove
the lice with a small tweezer, being careful not to remove any
more of the slime from the fish than necessary. (The trans¬
parent natural slime that covers all fish acts as their outer
skin to protect them from disease germs, etc.) If a pool has
been affected by these parasites, we recommend draining it,
washing off plants, etc., and removing the lice from fish by
hand. After a bad case dry out the pool with sunlight for a
few days. (SEE PAGE 26 FOR NEW REMEDY TO KILL FISH
LICE.
ANCHOR PARASITE — There is a species of Lernaea or
Anchor Parasite, which attaches itself to the body of goldfish.
The head is buried under the scales while the body protrudes
as a small thread, later stiffening to a hard stalk about •%"
long. The only known control is to remove, by pulling out.
They appear in warm weather only, and are harmless to touch.
DISINFECTING AQUARIUMS— To disinfect a diseased
aquarium or as a precaution after regular cleaning, use com¬
mon salt on a clean rag. Then let tank dry out thoroughly for
as long as you can spare it, flush out again before using and
fill. A safety razor blade is fine for cleaning off scum from
glass. In outside pools we recommcndsunlight and thorough
drying out to disinfect after trouble of any kind.
SEX IN GOLDFISH — The sex of young Goldfish is very
difficult to determine. In adult fish at breeding season it is
readily detected. The male has small granules (like small
grains of sugar) on the gill plates and at times down the
front rays of the two forward or pectoral fins. The gill plates
of the female are always smooth.
Forty-Fourth Year
Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
25
Planting and Culture of Water Lilies in Pools
WATER LILIES will bear many large flowers or a few
smaller ones in direct proportion to the amount of sun¬
light, the amount of growing space, and the richness
of their soil. Lilies grown in tubs or small boxes will there¬
fore be somewhat dwarfed. Water lilies are easier to grow
than roses and many other garden plants. In the first place,
after planting they need no further watering — and the elimi¬
nation of that requirement will save much labor.
AQUATIC PLANTS are subject to few insect pests, but if
aphis is noticed, a quick remedy is to wash them olf the top of
lily leaves and other plants with a hose and force down the
overflow pipe to the sewer. A healthy condition in the pool is
maintained by keeping the water clean and the level fairly
constant. At times green scum may appear, and a good remedy
is to let the pool overflow slowly for several hours through a
coarse strainer or with strainer removed if only larger fish are
present. If any caterpillars or leaf worms are noticed they
should be picked off the plants. Do not drain the pool more
than twice a year — Spring and Fall.
HARDY WATER LILIES can be planted from the middle of
March until September in our latitude, and even later in South¬
ern States. TROPICAL WATER LILIES in our latitude should
not be planted in pools until end of May when the weather is
settled and the water is about 70 degrees. If planted earlier
and chilled they will be set back several weeks in their
growth. Hence we do not ship Tropical Water Lilies to
Northern States until the end of May. Orders to Southern
States can be made a few weeks sooner. Other than this,
TROPICAL WATER LILIES are planted like Hardy Lilies, but
they are treated as annuals, to be replaced yearly, unless win¬
tered in a conservatory.
HOW TO PLANT WATER LILIES
First remember — Never allow aquatic plants to become
dry. When lilies are received they must be placed in water
or covered with wet burlap. Try not to allow the leaves to
wither. In planting, place the tubers with the growing crowns
even with the surface, and cover over with soil. It is not
necessary to drain the water from a pool to plant the lilies,
as this is never done in commercial propagation, nor is it
hard to insert the roots under water.
Each box, or the part of pool filled with soil, should be
covered with a layer of sand 1 inch thick so as to keep the
water clean and prevent fish from disturbing the plants.
Follow this practice in planting all sorts of aquatics which
grow in soil.
The most satisfactory method of planting in larger pools
is to install a box for each plant. These boxes should be
from 14 x 14 x 8 inches to 24 x 24 xl2 inches deep. If water is
more than 30 inches deep, the boxes should have a tight bot¬
tom and be raised on stones so that the crowns of lilies are
not more than 8 to 12 inches under water when pool is filled.
(We list two sizes of Water Lily Boxes on Page 26. They are inex¬
pensive and very serviceable.) About 6 to 8 square feet of water
surface should be allowed each Hardy Water Lily and 8 to 12
square feet for each Tropical Lily.
In smaller pools a space, say, 4x5 feet, can be parti¬
tioned off with a board wedged tightly; or a brick wall one
brick wide and four courses high can be laid. This pocket
can then be filled with soil and will support four or five
lilies nicely. The entire bottom of a small pool can be filled
with 6 inches of soil, then tamped and covered with 1 inch
of sand, if it is desired to have a lot of plants.
In natural ponds, simply press the roots into the soil
and then cover lightly with small flat stones to anchor until
the roots take hold. Allow six to eight feet diameter for each
lily, and if you do not wish them to mingle too closely, give
each species a considerable area to itself.
SOIL TO USE
All aquatic plants like a rich loamy soil with clay base.
If this can be procured from a garden or meadow no fertilizer
is needed. A good soil can be prepared by taking the top 4
inches of sod from a pasture, breaking it up well and adding
one-fifth well rotted cow manure. If rotted cow manure can
not be obtained, bone meal can be used, mixing in proportion
of one pound of bone meal to each box of soil 2 feet square
by 1 foot deep. Soil in lily boxes should be changed everv
two years. One pound of bone meal or fertilizer can he added
to each box every year to produce growth; however, you will
have more and larger flowers by buying fresh young plants
every few years.
Water lilies described as “Prolific Growers” or “Vigorous
Plants” can use from 2 to 4 cubic feet of good soil per plant.
If you give them less they will bloom and leaf in a smaller
way, but the small and medium types of lilies are best for
smaller spaces.
Most water lilies do best if started in shallow water
(3 to 5 inches) until they begin to leaf nicely. Then raise
the water level or lower the boxes so they have 8 to 12 inches
in Summer. Any hardy lily or hardy aquatic will survive
the Winter if ice and frost do not get at their roots. Hence
for Winter lower lily boxes under ice level or protect pools
with boards so that very little ice will form.
WINTER CARE OF POOLS
Most people now leave their Goldfish outdoors all winter.
When pools are well built as described on page 4 there will be
no danger of them cracking from freezing. However, it is a
good idea to cover your pool with boards and leaves, to protect
it from the very severe weather. When this is done, very little
freezing takes place.
Hardy water lilies and hardy pool plants should he moved
to deep water for the winter and will come through safely if
no ice reaches to the top of the boxes so that the crown of the
plant is not frozen. Dead leaves, etc., should be removed from
the lilies and kept out of the pool during the winter. Also
inspect the water level when pool is covered for any length of
time. If you decide to drain the pool for the winter the drain
should be left open, the pool filled with leaves and covered with
a few boards.
WINTER CARE OF GOLDFISH
When pools are drained for the Winter, the fish may be
wintered in a large aquarium or in tubs covered with wire,
and kept in the basement near a window. If tubs are used,
a good idea is to have a hole in the side of tub about four
inches from the top, to allow the water to overflow and to
have a petcock to spray a small but continuous jet of water
into the tub. Never use a new galvanized tub, as the poison
given off by new galvanizing will kill the fish. A wooden
tub or used wash tub is satisfactory if thoroughly cleaned,
and if there is no trace of soap, or other foreign matter.
Goldfish will stand wintering in the larger types of pools
or ponds if they do not freeze to a depth greater than ten or
twelve inches and if there is at least twelve to eighteen inches
of water beneath the ice. In our locality ice on pools varies
from two to six inches, and seldom is any thicker. During
long periods of solid ice it will be well to open a hole about
two feet square to allow some aeration of the water. Inspect
the pool from time to time to be sure it has plenty of water.
Your customary Fall feeding can be given through the ice
three times a month during Winter if a lot of fish are known
to be in the pool. If only a few fish are in the pool and
there are some plants, lilies, etc., only feed lightly about
twice a month. This is a precaution, as it is better to have
the fish slightly hungry than to foul the water. Fish are
quite inactive when they “hibernate” in cold water and do
not need much food. They become more active as the water
warms, and when it gets to be about sixty degrees, along in
April, they begin to think of spawning, and will want some
Water Hyacinths.
This sectional
drawing shows the
construction of a
well - wade rein¬
forced concrete pool
for lilies and Gold¬
fish. The Ledge can
he constructed on
one or more sides
of the pool . depend¬
ing on effect de¬
sired. It is built to
accommodate the
floating plants
(Water Hgacinths,
etc.,) and the shal¬
low water plants
(Cattail. Pickerel
Rush, Water Canna.
etc.). Where no
ledge is provided,
soil boxes, buckets,
etc., properly ar¬
ranged. will give a
good effect.
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Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati — 1892-1936
Forty-Fourth Year
Shipping Methods
THE use of our Order Blank will be of assistance to you,
and to us. Please fill out all the information requested, so
as to avoid delays and mis-shipment. If you write regard¬
ing your pool or aquarium, always use a separate sheet of
paper.
HOW WE SHIP — We prefer to ship all perishable or
fragile articles by Express Collect, but plants and small
supplies can be sent by Parcel Post when specifically requested,
and when additional funds are sent to cover the postage
charges. Our minimum charge for Parcel Post shipment of all
orders under $2.50 is 25c (unless article or collection is quoted
postpaid). For orders of $2.50 and over add 10% of the amount
of the order wanted by Parcel Post.
ORDER EARLY — To he sure that you will get everything
that you want, we request that you order early in Spring, as it
is impossible to carry our complete line of fish and plants
through the entire SpYing Season. The articles ordered will
he reserved for you and shipments made at the proper time
for your locality TROPICAL LILIES will not he shipped to
any of the Northern States before June 1st, as weather condi¬
tions do not permit safe planting until then.
GUARANTEE OF FISH, ETC. — We guarantee live arrival of
Goldfish, Tropical Fish and Scavengers, with these exceptions:
We do not guarantee live delivery of extra large Goldfish, or
Mated Pairs during the period from May 10th to end of August,
and we do not guarantee live arrival of Tropical Fish during
very cold weather.
STANDARD NON-WARRANTY — We have adopted tin-
standard non-warranty of the Goldfish Growers Associations,
which is as follows: Lakeview Ponds makes no warranty, ex¬
pressed or implied, with reference to any merchandise sold by
us, except as to certified size and quality, and that all stock
shall be true to name; and our liability in any case shall be
limited to the replacement of such items as are short or
damaged.
GUARANTEE OF PLANTS — We guarantee to ship you best
quality plants true to name, and to have them arrive in good
condition. In case of error, we will adjust our mistake, but
and Terms of Sale
will not be responsible for more than the amount paid us, nor
can we he responsible for growth of plants after they are
received by customers, since we no longer have control of such
conditions as light, soil, water, and care.
CLAIMS FOR DAMAGE — In case any shipment is received
from us in bad condition from the Express Company, fill out
the Company’s “Received in Bad Order” slip and send it to us
at once, together with information as to how water was
changed (in the case of Goldfish shipments), and all other
details. We will replace such losses by an additional ship¬
ment on which charges only are to be paid by you. However,
we are NOT responsible for Aquarium Breakage. Claims for
such losses are always handled by the Transportation Com¬
panies.
SHIPPING CANS — Small orders for Goldfish and Tropical
Fish must carry an additional remittance of 50c for shipping
can which may then be kept. Larger orders of Goldfish may
be shipped in our special cans at no additional charge to you,
provided the can is promptly returned by Express Prepaid,
for which there is a special return rate of only 20c per can,
from any point in the U. S. A DEPOSIT of $2.00 is asked on
insulated shipping cans used for Tropical Fish, which will
be returned when the can comes back to us.
TERMS — All orders must be paid for in full before ship¬
ment can be made. We do not ship C.O.D. REMITTANCE
may be by Postal Money Order, Express Money Order, or by
check, and should be made payable to LAKEVIEW PONDS.
All merchandise is quoted F.O.B. Cincinnati, Ohio, unless
otherwise stated. This means that transportation charges are
to be paid by customers, except on special items and collec¬
tions, where it is stated that charges are prepaid by us.
PRICES — Our prices are as low as can be quoted for
quality merchandise from a reliable concern. Ry paying the
transportation charges you are buying most advantageously,
for our prices are determined on this basis, and our central
location assures vou low delivery costs. Due to the uncertain
conditions prevailing, all prices are subject to advance without
notice.
Remedies and Miscellaneous Supplies
pH TESTING KIT — (For Tropical Fish Aquariums.)
— This is a complete set of chemicals and apparatus to test,
and to control the pH of aquarium or tank water. (pH is a
chemical symbol used to express the degree of chemical acidity
or alkalinity of water.) By using the test tube with a few
drops of Bromthymol Blue solution you can determine what
degree of pH you have, and correct it to the recommended
quality as described in books on Tropical Fish. Complete
directions in each set.
Per set, complete, prepaid, each, $1.85.
OXYGEN TESTING KIT — (For Tropical Fish Aquariums.)
— Recently an oxygen testing set has been developed for use ol
Aquarists. By following instructions you can determine
whether your aquariums contain enough oxygen for healthy
conditions. (When in doubt use more growing plants and
artificial light at night, or an aerator at times.) However, if
you want to KNOW the chemical condition in respect to the
absorbed oxygen in the water, the set is available and easy
to use.
Per set, complete, express prepaid, each, $3.50.
STANDARD REMEDIES — Modern books on Goldfish and
Tropical Fish recommend these standard remedies to treat sick
fish. (See also our instructions opposite.) (A) Mercurochrome
for treating Tropical Fish that have been chilled, or that have
the Ick, and for treating mild cases of fungus on Goldfish.
(B) Common Salt. Generally used 1 ounce of salt per gallon
of water. (C) Acetic Acid 33%, to dip Goldfish in Spring.
(Our one-minute health dip.)
SPECIAL REMEDIES — In addition to the above standard
remedies we offer the following special remedies.
TURKS ISLAND SALT — Recommended by many authorities
on Aquarium Fish for use as a tonic for weak fish, for fungus
remedy, and for disinfecting aquariums and plants. Furnished
in 1%-lb. containers. Directions on the package.
Per package, 20c.
FISH LICE REMEDY — At times during the warm Summer
months Goldfish become infested with a sucking parasite about
to Vi" diameter called the Fish Louse, which is easily
visible. (See Page 21.) We can now recommend a new remedy
called “CESPPABA,” furnished in tablet form. One tablet
treats ten gallons of water and the fish lice will leave the fish
in two dags. A small drip of fresh water can be used while
treating the fish, but the strength should be increased after 24
hours, and fish removed to clean water the third day. (Instruc¬
tions with each lot of tablets.) The tablets will kill the lice
in about five dags if the water is kept at proper strength.
Per tablet, 20c. 7 for $1.00. (Postpaid.)
LILY BOXES AND POOL PAINT
CYPRESS BOXES FOR POOL PLANTS— We offer two sizes
of clear Cypress Water Lily Boxes to use in pools. These are
made of %" Best Grade Clear Cypress, free from sap, and will
last for many years in your pool. They can be used for Water
Lilies, Lotus, and Bog Plants. Boxes are shipped flat (only
five pieces), with nails, ready to assemble in a very little
time. The corners are reinforced with wood cleats. Outside
dimensions are given. F.O.B. Cincinnati.
Size, 15 x 15 x 7%" deep; weight, each, 11 lbs. Price,
each, $1.00.
Size, 18 x 18 x 9" deep; weight, each, 15 lbs. Price,
each, $1.50.
UNDERWATER CONCRETE PAINT FOR POOLS— Lake-
view Pool Paint is a specially prepared, non-poisonous, under¬
water concrete enamel for use in pools. It is sky blue in color
and will add to the appearance of a pool, stop porosity of
cement, and seal minor cracks. This paint should be applied
with a brush, giving the pool two coats, allowing 24 hours
between coats, and 48 hours after second coat. Coverage is
450 square feet per gallon on one coat. Directions on can.
$1.25 per quart. $2.35 per half-gallon. $4.50 per gallon.
This photograph shows the charming Goldfish and Lily Pool made by
Billy Roake, of Oregon City, Oregon, when only twelve years old.
Billy and his friends and family have had much pleasure from our
lilies and fish.
LAKEVIEW PONDS
DEALER SECTION— 1936
CINCINNATI, OHIO
Quality Merchandise Assures Satisfaction and Profits
Page 19— SCAVENGERS, ETC.
Prices are quoted per 100. Smaller quantities same rate,
extra charge for shipping cans.
Per 100
Japanese Snails (Large) 7 . $4.00
Japanese Snails (Medium) . 2.50
Black Ramshorn Snails . 1.00
Red Ramshorn Snails . 6.00
Freshwater Clams . 4.00
Baby Green Turtles . 8.00
Japanese Red Bellied Salamanders . 8.00
Greenfrog Tadpoles . 1.00
Greenfrogs, Small (April to September) .
Greenfrogs, Medium (April to September) .
Scavenger Collections — 30% off Shipment Express Collect.
No
Each
.10
.20
Page 20— TROPICAL FISH
All shipments F. O. B. Cincinnati, Ohio. Live delivery guaranteed
except in very cold weather (25 or more at 100 rate.)
Guppies, Assorted .
Sailfins (in trios — 1 male, 2 females)
Mexican Swordtails (in pairs) .
Red Swordtails (in pairs) .
Black Hybrid Helleri (in pairs) .
Moons, Blue, Black and Gold .
Moons, Pure Red .
Mosquito Fish (Gambusia Atlinis) .
Bettas — Splendens & Cambodia (mediur
Bettas — Splendens & Cambodia (large)
Dwarf Gourami .
Paradise Fish . .
Zebra Fish (Danio Rerio) .
Rosy Barb .
Pristella Riddlei .
Tetra Yon Rio .
Head and Tail-Light .
Brazilian Catfish .
Medaka .
Angel Fish .
Per Pair
Per 10
Per 100
. .$ .10
$ .50
$ 4.00
. . .35
1.50
12.00
. . .60
2.50
20.00
.. 1.10
5.00
. . .35
1.50
15.00
. . .60
2.50
. . .75
3.50
. . .35
1.50
15.00
. . .35
1.50
15.00
. . .15
.70
7.00
n) .90
4.00
40.00
. . 2.00
8.00
. . 1.00
4.50
. . .35
1.50
15.00
. . .25
1.20
12.00
. . .25
1.00
10.00
. . .80
3.50
35.00
. . .80
3.50
35.00
. . .80
3.50
35.00
. . .80
3.50
35.00
. . .10
.40
3.00
. . .50
2.00
20.00
Page 21 — BOOKS
“Some Notes for Water Gardeners" — by R. C. Dolle. Our own in¬
struction folder included with all orders. Supplied to dealers
without our name. 25 copies for 15c postpaid; 100 copies for 50c
postpaid; 500 copies for $2.00 postpaid.
“Goldfish and Their Care” — 24-page booklet by O. C. Beldt. One
copy 15c, dozen 90c.
“The A, B, C of the Fish Fancier” — by I. B. De Nazaris. 16-page
booklet, one copy 20c, dozen $1.50.
“Goldfish Varieties and Tropical Aquarium Fishes” — by Wm. T.
Innes. 300 pages. Postpaid $4.00 each.
“The Modern Aquarium” — by Wm. T. Innes. 65 pages. Postpaid
$1.00 each.
Page 22— AQUARIUMS
All Aquariums listed on page 22 are subject to 25% discount
F. O. B. Cincinnati, Ohio. (Dealer Tanks are F. O. B. Chicago,
Ill.) All glassware should be examined on receipt as we are NOT
RESPONSIBLE for breakage on the way.
Page 23— FISH FOODS
New LOW PRICES on quality foods to Dealers. (*) We call spe¬
cial attention to our own foods marked with (*) which are packed
by us and sold to you at very attractive prices. Prices are net as
listed, no discounts.
★
*
Each Doz. Gross
Natural Fish Food, l^-oz. shaker top can...$ .05 $0.50 $5.50
Natural F'ish F'ood, 1 Quart Can (14-oz.) . 35 4.00 .
Natural Fish Food, 3y2-lb. Can . 1.00 .
Natural Fish Food, 10-lbs. or more in bulk 28c per pound
Pure Dried Shrimp, 1-oz. Shaker Top Cans.. .06 .60 6.50
Pure Dried Shrimp, 1 Quart
Cans (12-oz. or over) . 35 4.00 .
Pure Dried Shrimp, 10-lbs. or more in bulk 35c per pound
Lakeview Tropical Fish Food, 1%-oz. Boxes. . .07 .70 7.50
Lakeview Tropical Fish Food, 1-lb. Cans . 65 .
Lakeview Tropical Fish Food, 10-lbs.
or more in bulk . 60c per pound
Primos Weekly Menu . 20 2.20 .
Geha (Imported German Food), J/2-oz. cans.. .10 1.00 .
Welke (Imported German l'ood) %-oz. cans . . .10 1.00 .
Wawil (German milk base food) y>-oz. cans. .10 1.00 .
Dried Daphnia, Best Grade, %-oz. box . 10 1.20 .
Dried Daphnia, per pound . 1.25 .
Infusoria Producer, 1-oz. boxes . 06 .60 .
Enchytrae worms (not always in stock)
per portion . 35
Turtle Food, %-oz. boxes . 06 .60 6.50
Page 23— AQUARIUM SUPPLIES
Each Dozen
FLOATING WORM FEEDERS . $ .15 $1.75
GLASS FEEDING RINGS . 06 .60
Aquarium Scrapers . 20 2.00
Automatic Glass Syphons < Self-starting) . 50 6.00
Reservoir Dip Tubes — Large capacity, 16" long . 25 2.40
Floating Thermometers, 4%" long, Red Spirit . 15 1.60
Thermometer Holders . 08 .80
Glass Breeding Traps, 4 x 6 x 5%" deep . 45 5.00
Page 23— DIP NETS
Edcli
No. 1 — Goldfish Net, 4" diam., with wire handle.. $ .06
No. 2 — Goldfish Net, 6" diam., good for store tanks .20
No. 3 — Small Tropical Net, 2 y2" diam., wire handle .06
No. 4 — Medium Tropical Net, 5" dia., wire handle .10
No. 5 — Medium Tropical Net, 6 x 4 y2", wire handle .25
No. 6 — Large Tropical Net, 10x7" (for stores)... .40
Dozen
$ .60
2.40
.65
1.20
3.00
4.00
Page 23 — POOL NETS
Each Dozen
(EXTRA HEAVY nets with 1/i" mesh netting.)
No. 10 — 10" diameter, 15" wmod handle . $ .70 $ 7.50
No. 11 — 11%" FlatFrontNet with 24" wood handle .90 9.00
No. 13 — 13" diameter with 24" wood handle . 90 9.00
No. 16 — 16" diameter with 72" wood handle . 1.30 .
Page 23— GOLDFISH NETTING
(%” mesli) Best Cotton Netting 36" wide. 40c per lineal foot.
SMALL GLASS FISH GLOBES
(These are not listed in the Catalogue, hut are available to dealers
as follows: Note how packed, as we do not split cartons.
Standard Pkg. Ship’ng Price per Dozen
(Minimum Order) Wgt. Crystal Green
Round Drum Type —
i/2-Gal . 2 Doz. Carton 43 lbs. $1.20 $2.20
1- Gal . 1 Doz. Carton 38 lbs. 2.60 4.60
2- Gal . % Doz. Carton 38 lbs. 5.90 9.60
Fancy Squat Type —
1- Gal . 1 Doz. Carton 38 lbs. 2.60 4.60
2- Gal . % Doz. Carton 38 lbs. 5.90 9.60
Page 22— AQUARIUM ORNAMENTS, ETC.
NOTE: Not less than 12 pieces of set No. 1 or No. 2 sold, as we
do not split the cartons. Not less than 6 pieces of Coral Rock sold
at wholesale.
Set No. 1 — Height 3 to 4", 6 styles, one dozen carton . $ .70
Set No. 2 — Height about 4", 6 styles, one dozen carton . 1.00
FANCY PLANT POTS
Assorted sizes as 10c, 20c, 35c and 50c each.
CORAL ROCKS
These Coral Rocks are the popular sizes and shapes including
some deep sea specimens. (F. O. B. Cincinnati, Ohio.)
Per Doz.
Coral Rocks, Assorted Beach Corals . $1.80
“Antler” or “Three Coral” (Deep Sea) . 3.00
Assorted Deep Sea Corals, including some Trees . 2.50
NOTE: 20% off above prices on lots of 50 or more F.O.B. Florida.
Page 22— AQUARIUM CEMENT
Per 1-lb. can, net . $0.25
Page 24
CHROMIUM PLATED
AQUARIUM HEATERS
(Six assorted heaters at dozen rate.)
No. 1 • — Heater, chrom. plated,
No. 2 — Heater, chrom. plated.
No. 3 — Heater, chrom. plated,
No. 1A — Heater, chrom. plated.
No. 2A — Heater, chrom. plated,
No. 3 A — Heater, chrom. plated.
Watt
Each
Dozen
not automatic
25
$ .80
$ 9.00
not automatic
40
.80
9.00
not automatic
75
.80
9.00
2-pc. auto _
25
1.25
14.00
2-pc. auto. . . .
40
1.25
14.00
2-pc. auto. . . .
75
1.25
14.00
No. 12 A — -Chromium plated one piece heater
with thermostat built in (formerly
No. 3A), 40 or 75 watt . $1.85 Specify size
THE ACE AQUARIUM HEATER— (40 or
75 watt) automatic, waterproof . 1.65 Specify size
Page 24— THERMOSTAT
To regulate 300 watts of heaters No. 1, 2 and 3 type. . .Each $1.25
Page 24 — AIR PUMPS
The Marco Pump (capacity up to 15 ordinary releases) .Each $9.75
The Jensen Pump (capacity 12 to 15 ordinary releases) .Ea. 7.25
Page 24— AERATOR STONES
Each Dozen
Small size, regular . $ .15 $1.80
Medium size, regular . 15 3.60
Kissel Aerator with Chromium Plated Tubing and
Special Stone . 1.10 12.00
LAKEVIEW PONDS
DEALER SECTION— 1936
CINCINNATI, OHIO
Quality Merchandise Assures Satisfaction and Profits
Page 24 — CONTROL VALVES, HOSE, and
FITTINGS
Each Dozen
Style A — T Form, two-way regular . .....$ .40 $4.50
Style C — T Form, Precision Valve . 65 7.50
Knurled Hose Clamp . 15 1.50
T Plug (to convert Style A to 1-way valve) . 07 .75
RUBBER HOSE
12 feet for 40c — 50 feet for $1.50.
Page 24 — T CONNECTIONS— For Air Line
Each Dozen
Single T (Metal) . $ .20 $2.00
Cross T (Metal) . 30 .
Dozen
$1.20
1.50
1.00
Page 26 — REMEDIES, ETC.
Each
PH Testing Kit (Prepaid) . $1.85 net
Oxygen Testing Kit (Prepaid) . 3.50 net
Fungus Remedy . . .15
Turks Island Salt . 15
Cesppaba (Fish Lice Remedy, also kills Hydra) — -
Furnished in tablets — 1 tablet treats 10 gallons
of water (50 tablets for $4.00) . 10
100 Power Microscope (Prepaid) . 5.00 net .
Slide Set (Prepaid) . 3.50 net .
Page 26— CYPRESS LILY BOXES— Best Grade
Cypress K.D. F.O.B. Cincinnati, O. (cheap freight rate on 100
pounds or more.)
Weight Each Dozen
Medium size (outside), 15 x 15 x 7%"... 11 lbs. $ .70 $ 8.20
Large size, 18 x 18 x 9" . 15 lbs. 1.10 11.50
Page 26
UNDERWATER CONCRETE PAINT
Lakeview Sky Rlue Concrete Painl — 1 Quart, $1.10; %-GalIon,
$2.00; 1 Gallon, $3.90 — Transportation charges extra.
AQUARIUM GRAVEL, CHIPS, and SHELLS
( Not described in Catalogue)
To beautify your aquariums use this specially prepared gravel.
Best grade washed Aquarium Gravel. Natural brownish color.
IN BULK, 3c per pound — 50 lbs. for $1.25 — 100-lb. bag, $1.75.
Best grade washed White Aquarium Gravel. ( White Quartz chips)
IN BULK, 3c per pound — 50 lbs. for $1.25 — 100-lb. bag, $2.00.
COLORED CHIPS FOR AQUARIUMS
AND BULB BOWLS— Waterproof
Packed in very attractive individual retail packages, 0 doz. pack¬
ages per carton. Weight, 60 lbs.
Dozen . $ .60 Half Gross . $3.50
IN BULK, 5c per lb.; 100-lb. bag . 4.00
COLORED WHOLE SHELLS— Waterproof
Packed in very attractive individual retail packages, 6 doz. pack¬
ages per carton. Weight, 30 lbs.
Dozen . $ .65 Half Gross . $3.75
IN BULK, 8c per lb.; 100-lb. bag . 7.50
PAPER PAILS — Waterproof
These are used in the trade for customers to carry fish to their
homes. They can be used for small Goldfish and for Tropicals.
One quart size, per 100 (Not less than 100 sold) . $1.10
Make Money Selling Our Fine Water Hyacinths!
If you wanted a bushel of apples would you ask what KIND of
apples they were, and what CONDITION they were in, before you
gave your order? Yes, you would — and so would we, unless we
knew from previous experience what to expect; then we could
say, “send us some of the same kind of apples we had before.”
Water Hyacinths can be bought much cheaper than we quote
them, but there’s as much difference between our plants, and
cheaper plants as there is between a Fine Golden Delicious Apple
and a wormy, knotty cull.
We have spent fourteen years merchandising Water Hyacinths,
not merely shipping them. We guarantee to ship you the finest
plants on the market, and to have them arrive in good condition.
We guarantee your entire satisfaction with every order, and if
you sell our plants you will find like hundreds of dealers that you
make more money handling LAKEVIEW WATER HYACINTHS
than any others. That is why we ship more of them each Spring
than all the other shippers put together. COLORED WINDOW
DISPLAY SIGNS and FREE CIRCULARS for customers arc sup¬
plied to all dealers.
STANDARD SIZE CASES
Special Prices Effective April 1 to October 15
April 1 to June 15 shipments by Fast Express from Our
Farm in Northern Florida.
All choice young plants, fresh, clean roots and leaves, very care¬
fully packed as follows (free circulars for customers packed with
every box) :
Per Box
50 Regular Grade Water Hyacinths . $1.75
75 Regular Grade Water Hyacinths . 2.50
100 Regular Grade Water Hyacinths . 3.00
120 Spawning Grade Water Hyacinths (no less sold ) . 2.70
500 Spawning Grade Water Hyacinths . 11.00
(Hood Pliinls selected for spawning, with good roots, bill leaves
no! guile as choice as Regular Grade. Fine value.)
50 Extra Choice Plants . 2.25
(Larger Size, Larger Leaves. Larger Roots , Extra Select )
90 Extra Choice Plants . 4.00
(Larger Size, Larger Leaves, Larger Roots, Extra Select)
This is a Counter Display made in a busy store in May. Most
stores have only one pan on the counter. Nearly all plants are
without blossom when shipped, but some buds are included in
each lot as soon as plants begin to bloom. Pet Stores, Seed Houses
and Florists have an advantage in keeping plants fresh if thej
will put the pan outside during nice weather, or where it will get
sun and air.
METAL DISPLAY PANS (As Shown Above)
The above cut shows our patented Metal Shipping and Display
Pans used for Water Hyacinths. Size 21% x 28 x 7%" deep.
Dealers who do not have one of these pans may obtain one at cost,
which is $2.00 each. The pan carries 75 Water Hyacinths. Cost
of pan and 75 Regular Grade Plants is $2.00 plus $2.50=$4.50.
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TERMS ON WATER HYACINTHS
Net cash with order. No shipments sent C. (). D. All plants ;
shipped Express Collect from our shipping points. Northern
Florida, April 1 to June 15; Cincinnati, June 15 to Oct. 15. \
Prices quoted above effective during Hyacinth Season only, I
April 1 to October 15th.
ORDER SHEET
DC.
LAKEVIEW PONDS
“AMERICA S OLDEST FANCY GOLDFISH FARM” MT. AIRY, CINCINNATI, OHIO
Date ... Forward by
(See Note below)
Name
(Please prefix Mr., Mrs. or Miss.)
Street, P. 0. Box or R. F. D.
Post Office
Express Office (iffdromeprot) .
STAMPS
CASH
M- O.
CHECK
SENT DATE
1
FISH 1
HYAC.
State Here when you would like us to ship |
PLANTS
Ship
LILIES
Make Checks payable to Lakeview Ponds.
More Order Blanks will be sent on request.
Please write letters on separate sheet.
SCA V.
SUP.
PLEASE DO NOT WRITE IN ABOVE SPACE
A ■ F7 H 1 STATE WHETHER P. O. MONEY ORDER
Amount UnClOSCO EXPRESS MONEYORDER OR CHECK tp
*Note: All fish must be shipped by Express. When plants are ordered with fish they will be for¬
warded in the same shipment with goldfish whenever possible. If plants only are ordered they
may be sent by Parcel Post in which case add sufficient funds to cover the postage.
Water Hyacinths are shipped from Florida by Express Only.
QUANTITY DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Carried Forward
SUBSTITUTES: 1. If out of any item on this order you may substitute a similar item provided
it is of equal or better quality and value. . . . C ]
2. Please do not substitute without notifying me.
(Mark X in one of the above places)
(Over)
LAKE VIEW PONDS Cincinnati, Ohio - O&DER SHEET Con timed
QUANTITY DESCRIPTION _ _ AMOUNT
Amount Brought Forward
*
Gross amount of order
Deduct Cash Discount ^ 3% if order is $10.00 or more.
(One discount only) / 5% on all orders mailed before Apr. 5th
Add l 50c For Shipping can if Fish Order is $4.00 or less. 1 Amt. Extra
) 20c For Packing if Supply Order is under $2.00 -
Here j Postage for plants and Supplies to be sent Parcel Post. ) Enclosed
V . .
THANK YOU! Total
We cannot Ship C. O. D. unless one half Cash is sent with order to insure acceptance.
I hereby agree to return your shipping cans promptly by PREPAID EXPRESS for which I understand the
charges are 2Cc for each can, and which I will pay the Expressman.
(DO NOT RETURN BY FREIGHT.)
We require this signature on orders for fish
amounting to over $4.00, for which we use
special shipping cans at no extra charge to
you if promptly returned.
SIGNED
Domestic Parcel Post Rates
On Seeds, Plants, Bulbs, Roots, Books, Tools, etc.
within the U.S. and Possessions Effective Oct. 1, 1932
First
pound or
fraction
Each
additional
pound or
fraction
Local — Cincinnati, Ohio .
7c
lc (21bs.)
First and Second Zone within 150 miles of Cincinnati
8c
1. 5c
Third Zone within 150 to 300 miles .
9c
2c
Fourth Zone within 300 to 600 miles . .
10c
3. 5c
Fifth Zone within 600 to 1000 miles .
11c
5. 5c
Sixth Zone within 1000 to 1400 miles .
12c
7c
Seventh Zone within 1400 to 1800 miles .
14c
9c
Eighth Zone all over 1800 miles .
15c
11c
NOTE: PERISHABLE SHIPMENTS CANNOT BE INSURED BY PARCEL POST EXCEPT IN 1st, 2nd,AND3rd ZONE. ADD 5 CENTS FOR INSURANCE ON
VALUES $5.00 OR LESS AND 1 0 CENTS FOR VALUES OF $5.01 TO $25.00. WE PREFER TO SHIP BY EXPRESS COLLECT IF AGREEABLE TO YOU.
THANK YOU! LAKEVIEW PONDS, R. C. DOLLE
FROM
PLACE
POSTAGE
STAMP
HERE
LAKEVIEW PONDS
AQUATIC PLANTS AND ORNAMENTAL FISH
COLLEGE HILL
STATION
5579 COLERAIN AVE. MT. AIRY,
CINCINNATI, OHIO
Gladioli such as these are the envy of every garden
lover. By buying choice bulbs you are most certain
of success. The photograph below shows the beauti¬
ful effect which can be produced by a massed plant¬
ing of about 150 of our fine bulbs.
Blue Ribbon Gladioli
Gladioli are admired by everybody because they are so effective in gardens
and so beautiful and useful as cut flowers. They may be planted for a massed
effect in a flower bed, or used among perennials, or around a pool, in the
rock garden, in borders along walks or elsewhere. By planting the bulbs at
two-week intervals from mid- April until the end of June, flowers can be had
from June until October. The varieties we list are some of the most desirable
Gladioli now being sold. All are of exceptional quality. Our bulbs are the
largest size and free from disease and infestation. You will be well pleased
with our Gladioli, and stand a mighty good chance to win a Blue Ribbon in
your local exhibits. (Instructions for planting and care of bulbs furnished
with each order shipped.)
NOTE: SIX OF A KIND AT DOZEN RATE, 25 OF A KIND AT 100
RATE. Prices for single bulbs and by the dozen include free delivery through
5th Zone. For prepayment to further zones add 5c per dozen.
BETTY NUTHALL. One of the choicest Gladioli recently produced and one
of outstanding merit due to its magnificent spikes of enormous flowers. Color
is light coral with pale orange throat with carmine feathering. Each 8c;
dozen 60c; 100 for #4.00.
MR. W. H. PHIPPS. Enormous flowers of light pink shaded with salmon-
rose petal tips and lighter color towards the center. Choice and striking.
Each 6c; dozen 60c; 100 for #4.00.
MRS. LEON DOUGLAS. Enormous flowers of coral-rose beautifully marked
with ruby-red. This is said to be the largest Gladiolus flower in existence.
Each 6c; dozen 60c; 100 for #4.00.
PICARDY. This is a sensational variety producing large clear wax-like flesh-
pink flowers with no markings. The petals are slightlv ruffled. A consistent
prize winner. Each 15c; dozen #1.50; 100 for #10.00.
GOLDEN DREAM. A splendid and very popular yellow variety with flowers
of bright golden color. Each 6c; dozen 60c; 100 for #4.00.
PFITZER’S TRIUMPH. Brilliant scarlet flowers shaded with salmon colored
markings. A large and sensational variety. Each 10c; dozen 75c; 100
for #6.00.
DR. F. E. BENNETT. A prize winning bright scarlet variety, vigorous large
flowered and unsurpassed for decorative use. Each 6c; dozen 60c; 100
for #4.00.
PEACE. A large pure white flower with beautiful deep red feathering on
lower petal towards the throat. Each 6c; dozen 50c; 100 for #3.00.
MARMORA. This is a charming lavender-grey variety with purple throat.
It makes a distinct contrast to the usual colors in Gladioli. Each 8c; dozen
75c; 100 for #6.00.
AVE MARIA. A very popular variety having beautiful light blue flowers
with purple mark. A strong grower whose lovely blue color makes a sur¬
prising contrast with the usual Gladioli. Each 15c; dozen #1.50; 100 for
#10.00.
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
40 Bulbs — 4 of each kind of the above. Postpaid in U. S . #2.00
60 Bulbs — 6 of each kind of the above. Postpaid in U. S . 2.80
100 Bulbs — 10 of each kind of the above. Postpaid in U. S.. ...... . 4.50
NOTE: After April 15 it may be necessary to substitute a similar variety
of equal value if we are sold out of any variety in these collections.
MONEY-SAVING COLLECTIONS
Complete Collection for a
Medium Pool
COLLECTION No. G7X
Here is a special bargain collection of selected
items for the popular sized pool of about 70
square feet. Complete, including shipping cans.
ON this page we illustrate in color some of our
well known Goldfish, Aquatic Plants and Gla¬
dioli. We take pride in growing these fine prod¬
ucts and in selling them in every State in the Union.
These collections are just a sample of the splendid
values listed throughout this catalog. For quality, good
service, and low prices in aquatic products, order
from —
BLUE BEAUTY— A Tropical Water Lily
"Blue and White” Collection No. TL6
Two choice day-blooming Tropical Lilies. Blue Beauty and Mrs.
Pring (white).
Special Collection No. TL6.
Postpaid in U. S .
$2.95
Lakeview Lucky Seven Collection No. L7
Collection No. G7X
(Value, $14.65). Only $11.65
25 Choice Goldfish, 4-5 in., selected from the six
varieties shown on this page. Our selection.
1 Pair Young Giant Goldfish.
16 Assorted Snails and Tadpoles.
3 Choice Hardy Water Lilies — white, yellow,
and pink. (Marliac White, Chromatella, and
Rose Arey). Another Lily of equal value may
be substituted if desired.
1 Egyptian Lotus.
1 Collection of Oxygenating Plants. (No. 01,
page 16).
1 Collection of Shallow Water and Bog Plants.
(No. PI, page 19).
Special group price f.o.b. Cincinnati!
LAKEVIEW PONDS, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati, Ohio
“ America s Oldest Fancy Goldfish Farm”
Water Hyacinths, lOc
This cut shows the beautiful
Orchid-like flower of the Water
Hyacinth — the most useful of all
Aquatics for goldfish to spawn on.
(See page 17). (Postage additional
on less than 10 plants).
IO Plants i°T s.$\-00
Seven beautiful Hardy Water Lilies described on pages 8 and 9.
These Lilies will produce a magnificent effect in any pool of 70
square feet (or more) of water surface. “LAKEVIEW LUCKY
SEVEN” consists of Gloriosa and James Br/don (reds), Paul
Hariot (apricot changeable color), W. B. Shaw. Rose Arey and
Helen Fowler (pinks), and Chromatella (yellow). All varieties
easy to grow.
Value #12.00. Special Collection Price —
Collection No. L7 — Postpaid in U. S. . . .
$7.70
Blue Ribbon
Gladioli
We offer ten of the finest varie¬
ties of Gladiolus that are grown.
All our bulbs are the largest size
which produce the finest spikes of
beautiful flowers of prize-winning
quality. You will be delighted
with these money-saving collec¬
tions. (See listings inside this
cover).
40 bulbs, 4 of each variety, post¬
paid in the U. S.
$2.00
60 bulbs, 6 of each variety, post¬
paid in the U. S.
$2.80
A FEW TYPES OF LAKEVIEW
GOLDFISH
JAPANESE FANTAIL
SHUBUNKIN
JAPANESE NYMPH
BLACK AND GOLD COMET
Note: All Red Specimens Predominate.
COMMON GOLDFISH
Our Common Goldfish Have Longer Tails
Than Usually Found On This Variety.
Our Blue Ribbon Gladioli Will Produce a Rainbow of
Color in Your Garden and Home.
The Only “Black Velvet” Goldfish
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