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PORTLAND, MAINE

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ALLEN, STERLING CsP LOTHROP
	PORTLAND, MAINE
For Index of the Contents of this Catalogue, see inside back cover

1922 Catalogue <9/‘‘Sterling Quality” Seeds

[GARDEN, FIELD, FLOWER AND LAWN]

also Barn Equipment, Separators, Sprayers, In- secticides, Farm and Garden Tools, Poultry and Dairy Supplies,

Plants, Bulbs, Ferti- lizers, Etc.

Our ig22 Cover

The subject of our cover this year is a country-house in old historic Gorham, Maine. The house was built nearly one hundred years ago. Perhaps the most noteworthy features of the interior are the parlor, the decorations of which have been preserved intact for eighty years, and a large hall or pleasure-room, with its gen- erous open fire-place, crane and kettles, all as of ye olden time.

The grounds about the house are splendidly arranged — with terrace, sunken garden, bowling green, ample lawns, shrubbery, etc., to charm and rest the visitor. A giant clump of lilac bushes, nearly three-quarters of a century old, with its mass of blossoms, is one of the beautiful sights of early spring.

The immediate locality was the scene of some of the most stirring episodes of the Indian War. At the foot of the hill on which the house is situated, Cloudman and his associates were captured, and just above the house are the remains of the Bryant cellar where Mrs. Bryant saw her children killed by the Indians and she herself was taken captive and carried to Canada. Elijah Kellogg’s famous book, “Good Old Times,” tells these incidents and others of equal interest.

This wonderful old estate is now the property* of the Hon. Isaac W. Dyer of Port- land and Gorham, whom we are privileged to count as one of our customers.

Allen, Sterling <£^ Lothrop

49 Exchange Street and 64 Market Street

Portland, Maine

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GENERAL LIST OF

SELECT VEGETABLE SEEDS

WE PREPAY POSTAGE OB EXPRESS CHARGES ON ALL SEEDS ORDERED BY THE PACKET, OUNCE, QUARTER POUND OB POUND.

Columbian Mammoth. A large white variety of fine flavor. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., ^ lb. 75c.

Conover’s Colossal. A standard sort of large size and excellent quality. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., ^ lb. 75c.

Early Giant Argenteuil. An early variety, being ten days earlier than the Palmetto, of larger size and superior flavor. One of the finest sorts in cultivation. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., % lb. 75c.

Palmetto. A standard light green variety. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., % lb. 75c.

ASPARAGUS

ASPARAGUS

Sow the seeds thinly in April or May in rows one foot apart and one inch deep; when the plants are well up, thin to 3 or 4 inches apart in the rows.

The next season plant in rows 3 feet apart and 1 foot in the rows, covering the plants about 6 inches.

The soil should be thor- oughly manured and trenched, at least 2 feet.

One ounce will sow 50 feet of drill.

BEANS, Dwarf or Bush

Plant in light, warm soil in the spring, when danger from frost is past, in drills from 2 to 3 feet apart, cover- ing about 2 inches deep. Sow every two weeks for a succession. Cultivate frequently until they blossom, but only when dry.

If wanted by Parcel post, add at the rate of 6c. per qt.

BURPEE’S STRINGLESS GREEN-POD

BEANS, Green Podded

Bountiful. Early and prolific, flat green pods, cook tender. Pkt. 15c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., pk. $1.75.

Burpee’s Stringless Green Pod. Combines unusual hardiness, extreme earliness and wonderful produc- tiveness. The pods are tender, brittle and of the finest flavor; always entirely stringless. Pkt. 15c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.75.

Burpee’s Improved Bush Lima. Compared with Bur- pee’s Bush Lima, both pods and beans are very much larger, while the beans, either green or dry, are nearly twice as thick and ready to market eight to ten days earlier. Pkt. 20c., pt. 35c., qt. 65c., % pk. $2.50.

FRENCH’S DWARF HORTICULTURAL. This is a bean of the Horticultural type. Pods remarkably large, many containing seven beans, beautifully splashed with bright crimson. Never spots or rusts. The vines are vigorous and productive, inclined to send out runners, but do not affect the bean in any way. Very popular with market gardeners. Pkt. 20c., pt. 35c., qt. 60c., 1/2 pk. $1.75, pk. $3.00

Dwarf Horticultural. A fine shell bean with long green pods, very productive. Pkt. 20c., pt. 35c., qt. 60c., 1/2 pk. $1.75.

Goddard or Boston Favorite. Pine shell bean. Pods and beans similar in color, larger and longer than the Dwarf Horticultural. Very prolific. Pkt 15c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.75.

Long Yellow Six Weeks. An early standard variety, Pkt. 15c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., 1/2 pk. $1.75.

Low’s Champion. Very early, absolutely stringless, exquisite flavor, very productive. One of the finest snap beans, an excellent shell bean, and is of splendid flavor when cooked dry. Pkt. 15c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., 1/2 pk. $1.75.

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BEANS, G-reen-podded Varieties — Continued

Broad Windsor. (English.) Plant as early in the spring as the ground can be worked, from 2 to 4 inches apart in drills 3 feet apart, cover the seed about 4 inches. Pkt. 20c., pt. 35c., qt. 65c.

Red Kidney. Fine for baking and a good shell bean. Pt. 20c., qt. 35c.

Golden California Pea. The best sort for baking; a very hardy and prolific variety, having the richness and fiavor not found in other varieties. Pt. 20c., qt. 35c.,

Snowflake Pea. The best small white pea bean, early and productive. Pt. 20c., qt. 35c.

Yellow-Eyed (Old-fashioned.) Very productive. Fine for baking, exten- sively grown as a dry bean for winter use. Pt. 20c.,- qt. 35c.

YeUow-Eyed (Improved.) Pt. 20c., qt. 35c.

BEANS, Wax Podded (Dwarf)

Black Wax, Pencil Pod. Pods are long, pencil like, tender and brittle. In color they are a rich, dark yellow, hardy and productive. Pkt. 15c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.75.

Burpee’s Kidney Wax. An early and very productive variety, pods are entirely stringless and of fine quality. Free from blight and rust. Pkt. 15c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.75.

Improved Golden Wax. An early, hardy variety, fiat, golden-yellow pods. Pkt. 15c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., pk. $1.75.

Sure Crop Stringless Wax. A wax-podded variety of remarkable growth and productiveness. Plants hardy and prolific; pods 7% inches long and about % inch wide, of a rich yellow color, per- fectly stringless, excellent for home and market gardens. Pkt. 15c., pt. 35c.,

:]t. 50c., % pk. $1.75.

BEANS, Pole

Plant in hills 4 feet apart, 4 to 5 beans to a hill. Poles should be firmly set before planting.

If wanted by Parcel Post, add at the rate of 6c. per qt.

Carmine Podded Horticultural. Pods bright carmine. Both pods and beans are much larger than the London Horticultural. An excellent variety for the market or the home garden. Pkt. 15c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.75.

Horticultural, or Speckled Cranberry. An old favorite, early and prolific; excellent quality either as a snap or shell bean or for cooking dry. Pkt. 15c., pt. 30c. qt. 50c., % pk. $1.75.

Kentucky Wonder, or Old Homestead. A long, green podded variety, very prolific and of fine quality and perfectly stringless. Pkt. 15c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.75.

Kentucky Wonder Wax. The best pole wax bean; it is similar in habit of growth to ‘‘Kentucky Wonder Green Pod.” Pkt. 15c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., 1/2 pk. $1.75.

Large White Lima. A very popular variety. Beans are large and tender and of excellent flavor. Pkt. 20c., pt. 35c., qt. 60c.

Small White Lima. Early and hardy. Beans small, good quality. Pkt. 20c., pt. 35c., qt. 60c.

Lazy Wife’s. Beans white; pods green, very thick, meaty, entirely string- less; very productive. Pkt. 15e., pt. 20c., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.75.

Red Cranberry. The pods are green, large and tender; one of the best snap beans. Pk. 20c., pt. 35c., qt. 60c.

Scarlet Runner. An ornamental climber with bright scarlet flowers. % pt. 25c., pt. 40c.

White Runner. Similar to the Scarlet Runner, flowers being white. % pt. 25c., pt. 40c.

SURE CROP STRINGLESS

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DETROIT DARK RED BEET

BEET

Sow as early in the spring as the ground can be worked. For succession sow at intervals until the first of July. The soil should be well enriched with stable manure and plowed and harrowed until very fine. Sow in drills 15 inches apart and cover one inch. When well up thin out 4 inches apart in the rows.

One ounce to fifty feet of drill; six pounds to the acre.

EAELY WONDER. A fine early variety, the market gardener’s favorite on account of its symmetrical form, dark color, small top and early maturity. We buy our seed of the originator. Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., 2 oz. 35c., 1/4 Ih. 60c., lb. $2.00.

Crosby’s Egyptian. The roots are flattened, globe shaped and very smooth. Exterior color of root bright red. The flesh is bright vermillion red, zoned with a lighter shade, very sweet, tender and of excellent quality. Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., ^ lb. 50c., lb. $1.50.

Detroit Dark Red. The best beet for the market and home garden. Tops small, upright in growth. Root medium-sized, globular or nearly round, very smooth, and of dark blood red color. Very desirable for bunching. Uniform in growth and unsurpassed in quality. Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., 2 oz. 35c., % lb. 50c., lb. $1.25.

Edmand’s Blood Turnip. A medium early sort, deep red, popular with market gardeners. Our seed is grown from selected roots saved for seed. Pkt. 10c., pz. 20c., 2oz. 35c., i/4 lb. 45c., lb. $1.00.

Mangel Wurzel

Sow in drills 2 inches deep, about 2 feet apart; thin out to 10 inches apart. Six pounds to the acre.

Mammoth Long Red. This variety produces roots of mammoth size and is enormously productive. Yield- ing from thirty to forty tons per acre on well pre- pared land. Oz. 10c., lb. 30c., lb. 75c.

Golden Tankard. Recommended for dairymen on ac- count of its milk-producing properties. The flesh is a rich golden yellow; very productive. Oz. 10c., % lb. 30c., lb. $1.00.

Swiss Chard or Spinach Beet

The leaves are used as greens and served like spinach. The mid-ribs may be cooked like asparagus. Cuttings may be used all summer, as it can be cut down to the ground and new shoots will soon spring up and make fast growth.

LucuUus. The largest and best. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., 2

oz. 25c_., 14 Ih- 45c., lb. $1.50.

Giant Feeding Sugar Beet or Half Sugar Mangel. A strain of beets very desi- rable for stock feed- ing, affording not only a very large crop much easier to harvest than other sorts, but also having a higher nutritive value, being es- pecially rich in sugar. Roots light oronze green above ground, grayish white below with white flesh. On account of growing partly out of the ground and the long ovid shape, the crop can be harvested and stored easily and at less expense than any other root crop. Oz. 10c., 14 lb. 35c., lb. $1.00.

Giant Feeding Sugar Beet, or Half Sugar Mangel

JAPANESE ONION SETS— (see page 12)

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DANVERS HALF LONG CARROT

CARROT

Carrots do best in a good, light and rich soil. Sow in April or May for the early crop, and for the main crop sow in May or June in drills about % inch deep, in rows 14 inches apart, and thin plants to 3 or 4 inches in the rows.

One ounce to loo feet of drill; four pounds to an acre.

Early Scarlet Forcing. The earliest variety for forc- ing, small round roots and excellent flavor. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., 1/4 lb. 60c.

Early Scarlet Horn. A favorite early variety, of fine flavor and excellent for the table. Eoots grow about three inches long. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., ^ lb. 60c.

Danvers’ Half -Long. The best sort for the main crop, dark orange color, growing very smooth, yielding large crops, and is a splendid keeper; roots medium length, tapering uniformly to a blunt point. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., % lb. 60c., lb. $2.00.

Danvers’ Half -Long. Special Market Gardeners’

Strain. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., ^ lb. 75c., lb. $2.50.

Hutchinson. A superior strain of seed. Grow to a large size, small tap root and of the flnest quality. Small circle of green on top of root. Length, 8 to 10 in. Pkt. 10c., oz. 35c., $1-00, lb. $3.50.

Ohantenay. A medium early, half-long variety. The flesh is crisp and tender. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., % lb. 60e., lb. $1.75.

OXHEART CARROT

Brussels Sprouts

Cultivate the same as cab- bage. The sprouts resemble miniature cabbage and are very tender.

Improved Dwarf. A stand- ard sort. Pkt. lOc., oz. 50c., % lb. $1.50.

Improved Long Island

The finest variety very compact sprouts. Pkt. 10c., oz. 50c., % lb. $1.50.

Broccoli

A vegetable much resem- bling cauliflower.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS

White Cape. The most de- sirable variety. Pkt. 10c., oz. 60c.

Chives

Hardy perennial plants grown for their tops, which are used as a salad and for flavoring soups. Seed, per pkt. lOc., oz. 75c. Eoots 15c. per bunch, 25c. by mail

prepaid.

Chervil

An aromatic sweet herb used for flavoring and garnishing.

Chirled. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., ^ lb. 85c.

ORDER EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT

Improved Long Orange. Deep orange color, roots of

large size and good keeper. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., ^ lb. 50c., lb. $1.50.

Guerande or Oxheart. Medium early roots, short and thick. The flesh is bright orange, fine grained and tender. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., % lb. 60c., lb. $2.00.

Large White Belgian.- Very productive and largely used for feeding stock. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., ^ lb. 50c., lb. $1.50.

Cress or Peppergrass

Sow early in the spring on rich soil in drills 10 or 12 inches apart and make frequent sowings every two weeks. Cover seed about ^ inch.

Extra Curled. Pine flavor, may be cut several times. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., % lb. 35c.

Water Cress. Sow in the spring near the margin of ponds or running streams. Pkt. 10c., oz. 60e., ^ lb. $2.00.

DANDELION

One of the earliest and most popular of spring greens. Sow in May in drills 12 inches apart; cover the seed % of an inch deep. The following spring the plants will be ready for cutting.

One ounce for 200 feet of drill.

Improved Thick-Leaved. A carefully selected strain; popular with market gardeners. Pkt. 10c., oz. 60c., % lb. $3.00.

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CABBAGE

The cabbage is an important crop and should be planted in fresh, rich soil, well manured and deeply dug or plowed. For early use sow in a hotbed in March, transplant to the open ground when danger from frost is past. Plant the early sorts about 18 inches in the rows and the late sorts about 2 feet in the rows and the rows about 3 feet apart. For the late crops sow in the open ground in June. Our cabbage seed is grown from selected stock and is equal to any offered in the market.

One ounce will produce about 2,000 plants, COPENHAGEN MAEEET.

COPENHAGEN MARKET CABBAGE

An extra early variety; heads ball-shaped, large and solid, averaging in weight about 10 pounds. It will give perfect satisfaction both as to quality and srield, having few outside leaves. The plants can be set closer than most varieties. .The most evenly-maturing and large- heading early cabbage in culti- vation. Pkt. 10c., 1/2 oz. 25c., oz. 40c., 1/4 lb. $1.25.

Early Jersey Wakefield. A stand- ard early market variety, con- ical in shape and good quality; heads uniform and solid. Pkt. 10c., % oz. 20c., oz. 35c., % lb. $1.25.

Glory of Enkhuizen. An early,

white, solid, variety, medium sized heads. Pkt. 10c., % oz. 25c., oz. 40c., 1^4 lb. $1.50.

All Seasons. Large heads, round and very solid and sure heading; nearly as early as the Early Summer. Pkt. 10c., % oz. 20c., oz. 35c., % lb. $1.25.

A. S. & L., CAPE ELIZABETH.

Heads hard, solid, tender and crisp. It is remark- able for its long-keeping qualities. One of the best shipping varieties. Pkt. 10c., oz. 50c., Vi lb. $1.75.

Warren’s Stone Mason. An improvement on Stone Mason, round, medium-sized, solid heads, a good keeper. Pkt. lOc., oz. 25c. oz. 40c., % lb. $1.50.

DANISH BALL HEAD.

This variety produces large, round and compact heads. One of the best keepers; plants vigorous and hardy, resisting cold and dry weather. Pkt. 10c., 1/2 oz. 20c., oz. 35c., Vi 11^. $1.25.

DANISH BALL HEAD CABBAGE

Improved American Savoy. Large, solid round heads, of superior quality, tender and good flavor, the best variety for family use. Pkt. 10c., Vi oz. 25c., oz, 40c., V4 lb. $1.50.

Pe-Tsai, or Chinese Cabbage. A quick growing plant resembling Cos Lettuce. Pkt. 10c., Vi oz. 20c., oz. 35c., V4 lb. $1.00.

Red Danish Stone Head.

One of the largest and most solid and compact of the red varieties, sure heading and tender. Pkt. 10c., Vi oz. 20c., oz. 35c., V4 lb. $1.25.

Mammoth Red Rock. Heads dark red and solid, fine

for pickling. Pkt. 10c., Vi oz. 20c., oz. 35c., % lb. $1.25.

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CAULIFLOWER

For early celery sow the seed of the self -blanching sorts in a hotbed early in the spring. As soon as the plants are 3 inches high, transplant into frames in well-enriched soil 4 inches apart. Cut them once or twice before setting them out in May or June to make them stocky. When about six inches high transplant into trenches wide enough to hold two rows. The rows should be about 1 foot apart and the plants set about 8 inches apart. For winter celery start the seeds in flats as for early, only a little later. As plants grow they should be earthed up to blanch, taking care not to cover the center of the plant.

One ounce of seed will produce about 4,000 plants Easy-Blanching

A flrst early variety, the stalks are very tender and brittle, and have a rich nutty flavor. Pkt. lOe., % oz. 50c., oz. 85c., ^ lb. $3.00.

Paris Golden Self -Blanching. (French grown, special gardeners’ strain). The flnest early celery grown, easily blanched and of excellent flavor, solid and crisp. Pkt. 10c., % oz. 50c., 1 oz. 85c., % lb. $3.00.

White Plume. A desirable early variety requiring very little labor in blanching. Pkt. 10c., 1/2 oz. 30c., oz. 50c., % lb. $1.75.

PARIS GOLDEN SELF-BLANCHING CELERY

Thorburn’s Gilt Edge. Produces large solid, white heads of flnest quality. Pkt. 15c., ^ oz. 75c., oz. $2.75.

Danish Giant or Dry Weather. This variety is about two weeks later than the snowball. It is of dwarf growth, producing large hard and snow-white heads, fuUy protected by its foliage. Pkt. 15c., % oz. 75c., oz. $2.75.

CELERY

The soil that will grow cabbage will grow cauliflower. It should be made richer and thoroughly worked before planting. For early crop, sow seed in hotbed or in boxes about 6 weeks before time to plant out. Transplant early in spring in rows 3 feet apart and 18 inches in the row. Plants should be cultivated often to be kept growing continuously. For the late cauliflower, plant in the open ground in June and transplant in July.

One ounce will produce 2,000 plants.

Earliest Dwarf Snowball. The earliest cauliflower in cultivation, absolutely sure to head when conditions are ordinarily favorable. Plants are very dwarf and of compact growth, with large firm, snow-white heads. Pkt. 15c., ^ oz. 75c., oz. $2.50.

Veitch’s Autumn Giant. A large, late sort. Pkt. lOc., % oz. 30e., oz. $1.00.

Boston Market. White, solid, crisp and tender, the best late variety. Pkt. 10c., % oz. 40c., oz. 75c., % lb. $2.00. Giant Pascal. A tall-growing sort, blanches early and keeps well. Pkt. 10c., % oz. 30c., oz. 50e., % lb. $1.75.

Celeriac or Turnip-Rooted Celery. It is mostly grown for the edible root and not for greens. Sow seed same as Celery, transplant into rows two feet apart and about six to eight inches in the row.

Large Smooth Prague. An improved form of turnip-rooted celery, producing large, smooth roots, which are almost round and of fine flavor. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., ^ lb. 75c.

Soup Celery. For flavoring. Oz. 10c., ^ lb. 20c., lb. 60c.

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CORN, Sweet

Plant in hills 3 to 4 feet apart each way, dropping 6 seeds in each hill, or in drills 3 to 4 feet apart. The seeds should be covered about 2 inches. In this climate Sweet Corn should not be planted before the middle of May.

One quart will plant 200 hills.

If wanted by Parcel Post, add at the rate of 6c. per quart.

Early Falmouth (New). A.n extra early variety with good sized ears. The stalks are short with little foliage, 4 to 5 feet high; the sweet- est and most tender of the early varieties. Gardeners trying for the earliest market should include it in their order. Pkt. lOc., pt. 25c., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.75, pk. $3.00.

Early Idayflower. One of the earliest varieties; white cob and ker- nels. The ears are larger than White Cory. Pkt. 15c., pt. 25c., qt. 45c., % pk. $1.35, pk. $2.60.

Burpee’s Golden Bantam. Early, hardy and of the most delicious flavor; being of a dwarf growth, the stalks can be grown closely to- gether in the row. Pkt. 15e., pt. 25c., qt. 40c., % pk. $1.25, pk. $2.25.

Charlevoix. An intermediate, yellow grained sweet corn of distinctive merit. Ears about seven inches long, usually twelve rowed and when in condition for use are light creamy yellow in color. The grain is rather short, very sweet and tender. An excellent sort both for the home and the market garden. Pkt. 15c., pt. 25c., qt. 40c., Va pk. $1.25, pk. $2.25.

Morse’s Golden Cream. A cross between Country Gentleman and Golden Bantam. The flavor is rich and delicious, seed yellow. The habit of growth is rather dwarf, and the stalks bear 2 to 4 ears. For a succession plant Golden Bantam, Bantam Evergreen and Golden Cream. Pkt. 15e., pt. 25c., qt. 40c., % pk. $1.25, pk. $2.25.

Bantam Evergreen. A cross between Stowell’s Evergreen and Golden Bantam. Kernels are plump and full. The quality is very fine, being exceedingly sweet and tender. Ears 5 to 7 inches long. Pkt. 15c., pt. 25c., qt. 40c., % pk. $1.25, pk. $2.25.

EUis-Crosby Extra Early. An extra early and productive variety; ripening nearly as early as the Cory, growing very dwarf with ears set low, averaging from 16 to 20 rows; very sweet and tender. De- sirable for both the market and private garden. The seed we offer was especially grown for us in New England for our retail trade. Pkt. 15c., pt. 25c., qt. 45c., % pk. $1.35, pk. $2.50.

Early Crosby (Selected). About ten days later than the Ellis-Crosby;

,^:^-largely used for canning. Pkt. 15c., pt. 25c., qt. 40c., % pk. $1.25, pk. $2.25.

“STERLING QUALITY’’ SEEDS MEAN THE BEST

BURPEE’S GOLDEN BANTAM CORN

Country Gentlemen. A large, late variety jaf excellent quality. Pkt. 15e., pt. 25c., qt. 40c., % pk. $1.25, pk. $2.25.

Stowell’s Evergreen. A late standard sort ' "'*^of excellent quality. Pkt. 15c., pt. 20c., qt. 35c., 1/2 pk. $1.25, pk. $2.00.

Black Mexican. Very sweet and tender, medium early. Pkt. $15c., pt. 25e., qt. 40c., % pk. $1.25, pk. $2.25.

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CUCUMBER

For general crop plant when the ground has become warm, in hills 4 feet apart each way. Thin out to 4 plants to each hill after all danger of insects is over. For very early cucumbers sow about April 1st, in a hotbed on a piece of sod, grass side down so that they can be easily transplanted to the open ground when danger of frost is over

One ounce will plant fifty hills; two pounds will plant an acre.

WOODS HYBRID. The best type of slicing cucum- ber. The color, a rich dark green, is retained a long time after it is picked. The flesh is white, crisp and tender. It is early and prolific, and for home or market, it is far superior to other sorts. Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., % lb. 60c., lb. $2.00.

Boston Pickling. This variety is largely planted for pickles. Fruit medium size, smooth, light green and very productive. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., 14 Ik. 50c., lb. $1.50.

Cumberland. Fine variety for pickling or slicing. Vines are of strong growth and prolific and continue in bearing a long time. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., 14 lb. 50c., lb. $1.50.

Davis Perfect. For forcing or outdoors. The fruit is of fine form, of a rich dark green color, very few seeds, tender, brittle and of fine flavor. Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., 14 lb. 60c., lb. $2.00.

Improved White Spine. One of the most popular varieties in cultivation. The fruit is light green with white spines, uniform in size and very productive. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., 14 lb. 50c., lb. $1.50.

Early Russian. One of the earliest varieties, grows from 3 to 4 inches long. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., % lb. 50c., lb. $1.50.

Japanese Climbing. A quick-growing sort, throwing out tendrils which enable them to climb poles or trellises. Fruit from 12 to 16 inches long. Pkt. 5e.^ oz. 15c., 14 lb. 50c., lb. $1.50.

Klondike. A medium early cucumber of very dark green color and an excellent quality for slicing; vine very hardy and productive. '!]^e fruits, when mature, are about 8 inches long. Its uniform size and shape and splendid color make this variety very popular as a shipping sort. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., 14 lb. 50c., lb. $1.50.

Early Cluster. An early sort growing in clusters. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., 14 lb. 50c., lb. $1.50.

Early Frame or Short Creen. A well-known variety used for slicing and pickling. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., 14 lb. 50c., lb. $1.50.

Long Green. An old standard variety. Fruit frora 10 to 12 inches long, dark green and crisp. Pkt. 5e., oz. 15c., 14 lb. 50c., lb. $1.50.

West India Gherkin. A small prickly variety grown only for pickles. Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., 14 lb. 60c.

ENGLISH FRAME CUCUMBERS

Kelway’s “Freedom.” An extraordinary cropper and Kelway’s Extra Selected Telegraph. A popular variety, of first-rate quality; medium dark skin, 15 to 18 inches Per pkt. 25c. long. Per pkt. 25c.

TESTED SEED is the only safe policy for any farmer. Many seeds show a low germination. We are testing all seeds and giving you the benefit of our judgment and experience.

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EGG PLANT

Sow the seeds in hotbeds very early in the spring and transplant when about three inches high into small pots or another hotbed. Do not plant out in the open ground until the weather has become warm and settled.

One ounce will produce about i,ooo plants.

New York Improved Purple. This variety produces fruit of large size, nearly round, dark purple and ex- cellent quality. Pkt. 10c., % oz. 35c., oz. 65c.

Slack Beauty. A valuable early sort, about ten days earlier than the New York Improved; color a rich purplish black. Pkt. 10c., % oz. 35c., oz. 65c.

ENDIVE

For early use sow as early in the spring as the ground can be worked in drills 15 inches apart. Transplant to 1 foot each way.. When full grown tie the outer leaves at the top to blanch them.

One ounce will produce 2,000 plants.

Green Curled. A standard sort for fall and winter. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., lb. 75c.

White Curled. A fine, white, curled variety, self- blanching. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., % lb. 75c.

Broad-Leaved Batavian. A variety growing very com- pact, very tender and of fine flavor. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., % lb. 75c.

French Endive (Witloof Chicory). Plant the seed in drills 10 inches apart, in deep, rich soil. Thin to six inches apart. One of the finest winter salads grown. Pkt. 10c., oz. 30c., % lb. $1.00.

KALE

Sow from May to June, broadcast or in drills, cover % inch, cultivate the same as cabbage.

One ounce to 150 feet of drill.

Dwarf Green Curled Scotch. A fine, low-growing varie- ty, the leaves densely crimped and curled; very hardy and productive. Pkt. 5c., oz. 25c., lb. 85c.

KOHL RABI

Seed should be sown in drills as early in the spring as possible. When well established thin to 6 inches apart. The bulb grows entirely out of the ground.

Early White Vienna. A very early sort, excellent quality, flesh white and tender. Pkt. 5e., % oz. 15e., oz. 25c., % lb. 75c.

Early Purple Vienna. Similar to the above except in color. Pkt. 5c., oz. 25c., % lb. 75c.

LEEK

Plant in the spring in a light, well-enriched soil in drills 1 foot apart. Cover the seed about 1 inch and thin to 9 inches apart in the drills. Draw earth up to them as they grow.

One ounce of seed to 150 feet of drill.

American Broad Flag. A strong-growing sort with broad leaves. Pkt. 5c., oz. 30c., % lb. 85c.

Musselburgh. This variety grows to a large size, blanches well and is of superior flavor. Pkt. 5e., oz. 30c., % lb. 85c.

MUSK MELON

Melons succeed best in light, sandy rich soil. After all danger of frost is past plant in hills 4 to 6 feet apart each way, six to ten seeds to a hill. When about 3 inches high and all danger from insects is past thin out to 3 or 4 plants to a hill.

One ounce to 60 hills; two to three pounds to an acre.

Burrell’s Gem. Dark salmon flesh, delicious flavor. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., % lb. 50c.*

Emerald Gem. Fruit of medium size, very early and of fine flavor; flesh deep orange. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., % lb. 50c.

Long Yellow. Very large, slightly ribbed and thickly netted; flesh salmon-yellow and sweet. Pkt. 5e., oz. 15c., % lb. 50c.

Miller’s Cream or Osage. Most delicious flavor, flesh salmon color, very thick and finely netted. Pkt. 5e., oz. 15c., 14 lb. 50c.

Rocky Ford. A popular market variety. The fruit is oval, medium size, finely netted; flesh light green and very sweet. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., 14 lb. 50c.

Honey Dew. A medium sized melon 5 to 6 pounds in weight, about 6 inches diameter and slightly oblong. Thick flesh, light emerald green in color. It is fine grained, melting and delicious, and is good clear down to the rind. Pkt. 10c., oz. 15c., 14 lb. 50c.

WATER MELON

Plant in hills about 8 feet apart and cultivate the same as for Musk Melon.

One ounce for 30 hills; four pounds for one acre.

Cole’s Early. One of the best early varieties, medium size, nearly round, flesh dark red and excellent quality. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., 14 lb. 50c.

Fordhook Early. Very early, good size, color medium green, flesh red and of good quality. Pkt. 5e., oz. 15c., % lb. 35c. /

Phinney’s Early. Early and productive, flesh red. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., 14 lb. 35c.

Citron. Used for preserves; white flesh, hardy and pro- ductive. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., 14 lb. 35c.

MARTYNIA

The seed pods which are produced in great abundance are gathered when young and tender for pickling. Sow in the open ground in May, 3 feet apart each way.

Proboscidea. The most productive variety. Pkt. lOc., 14 oz. 25e., oz. 40e.

CAUTION

We do not sell to dealers. “Sterling Quality’’ Seeds can be procured only directly from us.

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LETTUCE

TENNIS BALL LETTUCE

For summer use the seed can be sown in hotbeds in March. Transplant when the weather will permit in rows 12 inches apart and 8 inches apart in the rows. For a succession sow in the open ground every two weeks until fall. Lettuce requires a rich and a rather moist soil. The more rapid the growth, the better the quality.

One ounce of seed will produce about 3,000 plants.

Big Boston. Fine for forcing or open-ground planting; large, solid heads. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., lb. 40c.

Boston Curled. Leaves beautifully curled, very attrac- tive on table. Pkt. 5e., % oz. 10c., oz. 15c., ^ lb. 40c.

Crisp as Ice. Large, solid heads, yellow heart, outside dark green and bronze. Pkt. 5c., % oz. 10c., oz. 15c., % lb. 40c.

Early Curled Simpson. Very early, forms a close, com- pact mass of leaves. Pkt. 5e., oz. 15c., % lb. 40c.

Grand Bapids. A very popular variety, leaves crimpled, very attractive, matures quickly; the heads are dark green, very crisp and tender. Pkt. 5c., % oz. 10c., oz. 15c., ^ lb. 40c.

MUSHROOM SPAWN

Mushrooms can be grown in cellars, in sheds, or in hotbeds where a temperature of 50 to 70 degrees is easily maintained.

English Spawn. In bricks 25c. per lb., 6 lbs. for $1.25. If wanted by mail, add 10 cents per lb.

Mushrooms, How to Grow Them. By Falconer .... 1.25 Mushroom Growing. By Duggar 1.50

ORDER EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT

Hanson. A large, solid variety. Pkt. 5c., oz 15c., % lb. 40c.

Hittinger’s Belmont Forcing. Heads of larger size than the White-Seeded Tennis Ball, nearly as early and of crisp and tender quality; a superior forcing variety. Pkt. 10c., % oz. 35c., oz. 60e., ^ lb. $2.00.

Iceberg. A very superior solid heading variety for out- door growing. Makes large, solid heads. Pkt. 5c., y2 oz. lOc., oz. 15c., % lb. 40c.

Market Gardener’s Private Stock. A strain of Black- Seeded Tennis Ball, very desirable for hotbed culture in winter and for withstanding heat in summer. A light green cabbage sort, forming hard heads. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., ^ lb. 75c.

May King. Large, round, solid heads, one of the best varieties for planting in open ground. Pkt. 5c., ^ oz. 15c., oz. 20c., % lb. 75c.

New York or Wonderful. The largest head lettuce crisp and tender. Pkt. 5c., oz. 10c., oz. 20c., % lb. 75c.

Salamander. Medium size, light green, and forms a hard buttery head of fine quality. Pkt. 5c., % oz. 10c., oz. 15c., % lb. 40c.

Tennis BaU, Black Seeded. A favorite variety for out- door crop; forms close, hard heads that are crisp and tender. Pkt. 5c., % oz. 10c., oz. 15c., % lb. 40c.

Romaine or Cos Varieties

Paris White Cos. An early sort with long, narrow leaves. Pkt. 5c., % oz. 10c., oz. 15c., % lb. 40e.

Trianon, Self -Folding Cos. Requires no tying to blanch, very crisp and tender. Pkt. 5e., % oz. 15e., oz. 25c., % lb. 60c.

MUSTARD

Sow thickly in early spring in shallow drills or in boxes during the winter. Successive sowing may bo made every ten days.

One ounce will sow about 75 feet of drill.

Black or Brown. Pkt. 5c., oz. 10c., % lb. 25c.

Chinese. Leaves twice the size of the ordina:^ White Mustard, which are curled and eaten boiled like spinach. Pkt. 5c., oz. 10c., ^ lb. 25c.

White London. The best for salads and flavoring.

Pkt. 5c., oz. 10c., % lb. 25c.

OKRA

Sow the seeds late in the spring after the ground has become warm in rows about 3 feet apart, 1 inch deep, thinning out to about 9 inches apart in the rows.

Improved Dwarf Green. Very productive, long green pods. Pkt. 5c., oz. 10c., lb. 30c.

White Velvet. Large pods, smooth and free from ridges. Pkt. 5c., oz. 10c., % lb. 30c.

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ONION

Sow the seeds as early in the spring as the ground can be worked in drills about 1 foot apart and cover about % inch. Thin plants to stand from 2 to 3 inches apart in the drills. The soil should be made very rich and kept free from weeds.

One ounce to lOO feet of drill; five pounds to the acre.

Danvers Yellow G-lobe. The most profitable variety to grow, producing bulbs of globular form which ripen early and uniformly, producing large crops. The seed we offer was grown in New England from selected bulbs by a reliable grower of long experience. We cannot recommend this strain of seed too highly, not only on account of its great yield but also of its superior keeping qualities. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., % lb. 90c., lb. $3.00.

DANVERS’ YELLOW GLOBE ONION

Extra Early Red Flat. About ten days earlier than the Red Wethersfield, medium size and a good keeper. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., 14 lb. 75c., lb. $2.50.

Large Red Wethersfield. The standard red, flat va-

_^^riety, large size, skin deep purplish red, a good

"^'keeper. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., 14 lb. 90c., lb. $3.00.

White Queen. A pure white variety of rapid growth; fine for pickling. Pkt. 10c., oz. 40c., $4 lb. $1.00, lb. $3.50.

Prizetaker. The largest yellow onion, flesh white and of mild flavor. Pkt. 10c., oz. 40c., 14 lb. $1.00, lb. $3.00.

White Portugal. One of the best white sorts; bulbs mature early, very mild flavor, the best to grow for sets. Pkt. 10c., oz. 40c., 14 lb. $1.00, lb. $3.00.

Onion Sets' (Recleaned). Onion Sets should be planted as early in the spring as the ground is dry enough to work, in rows 12 inches apart and 2 to 4 inches apart in the rows.

Add 5e. per pound if sent by mail.

White Onion Sets. Lb. 35c., 8 lbs. $2,00.

Yellow Onion Sets. Lb. 30c., 8 lbs. $1.75.

Japanese Onion Sets. This onion will actually double the yield of any other onion set on the market. It throws no seed stalks; is the best keeper and best flavored onion grown. One customer reported ninety bushels of onions grown from one bushel of sets. Lb. 30e., 8 lbs. $1.25. .

PUMPKIN

Same cultivation as for squash.

One ounce will plant 20 hills; one pound will plant 250 hills.

SUGAR PUMPKIN

Connecticut Field. Very productive, usually grown in flelds with corn for feeding stock. Pkt. 5c., oz. lOe.,. % lb. 35c., lb. $1.00.

King of the Mammoths. The best mammoth pumpkin, flesh is a golden-yellow, ' a splendid keeper and valuable for stock feeding. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., % lb. 45c., lb. $1.50.

Mammoth Tours. Very large size, oblong in shape, largely used for feeding stock. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., 14 lb. 45c., lb. $1.50.

Small Sugar. Very sweet and flne grained, a good keeper, best sort for family use, Pkt. 5c., oz. ,15c., % lb. 40c., lb. $1.25.

PEPPER

Sow the seed in hotbeds early in April. Transplant when 2 or 3 inches high to 3 inches apart. Transplant to the open ground about the first of June, in rows 2 feet apart and 18 inches apart in the rows. The soil should be rich and mellow.

One ounce will produce about 2,000 plants.

Large Bell or Bull Nose. Large and of mild flavor,

largely used for pickling. Pkt, 10c., % oz. 35c., oz. 60c.

Long Red Cayenne. Bright red, long, slender pods, very pungent. Pkt. 10c., 14 oz. 40c., oz. 75c.

Red Cherry Cayenne. Small round variety, bright scarlet fruit. Pkt. 10c., 14 oz. 40c., oz. 75c.

Red Chili. Used for seasoning and for making pepper sauce. Pkt. 10c., 14 oz. 40c., oz 75c.

Squash or Tomato-Shaped. Fruit medium size, early and productive. Pkt. 10c., 14 oz. 45c., oz. 85c.

Sweet Mountain. The fruit is very large and smooth, flesh very tender and mild flavored. Pkt. 10c., 14 oz. 45c., oz. 85c.

Sweet Upwright. A large thick variety, flesh thick and tender, and the flavor is mild and sweet. Pkt. 10c., 14 oz. 40c., oz. 75c.

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POTATOES

Eight to ten bushels will plant one acre. One peck will plant 75 hills. Potatoes are sent by express or freight, purchaser paying charges.

Spalding Rose Irish Cobbler Delaware G-reen Mountain Gold Coin

Price on application

PARSLEY

Soak the seeds a few hours in lukewarm water and sow early in the spring in rich soil in drills one foot apart, thin out the plants to 4 inches apart in the rows. One ounce to 150 feet of drill.

Double Curled or Covent Garden. One of the best sorts, handsome bright green color; leaves finely crimped and curly. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., i/4 lb. 50c.

Fern Leaved. A fine strain, very dark green. Pkt 5c., oz. 20c., % lb. 50c.

Hamburg or Turnip-Rooted. The roots resemble a small parsnip; used for flavoring soups, etc. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., 44 lb. 50c.

PARSNIP

Sow as early in the spring as the weather will permit in deep, rich soil in drills 18 inches apart, covering the seed slightly; thin to 5 or 6 inches apart in the rows. One ounce to 100 feet of drill; five pounds to the acre.

Abbott’s Improved Hollow Crown. The roots are smooth, large, tender and sugary; a heavy cropper. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., 44 lb. 50c.

Arlington Long Smooth. Roots long and smooth; a

good market sort. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., ^4 lb. 50c.

Prices quoted in Catalogue are subject to change without notice

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*Laxfconian. One of the most remarkable va- rieties yet introduced; very dwarf, growing only 12 to 15 inches high, producing pods in great abundance; nearly as large as the Telephone. The peas are large with a flavor the very sweetest and best. Pkt. 20e., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.60, pk. $3.00.

•Early Mom. Of Gradus type, the pods are large and well filled with peas of excellent flavor; height 3 feet. Pkt. 20c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.60, pk.

GRADUS PEAS

*Sutton’s Excelsior. As early as Nott’s Excelsior, with much larger pods, a large cropper and of rich flavor; height 1% feet. Pkt. 20c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.60, pk. $3.00.

PEAS

Sow the early, smooth, round sorts as early in the spring as the ground can be worked, in light, dry rich, loamy soil. The wrinkled vari- eties are more tender and the seed is more liable to rot and should not be planted when the ground is cold and wet. The late varieties do not require as rich soil as the early and dwarf sizes. Sow in rows 3 to 4 feet apart and about 1 inch apart in the rows, 3 to 4 inches deep. Peas grown as a market crop are never staked, but when the taller sorts are grown for private use they are generally sown in double rows, 6 to 8 inches apart, and staked with brush. For best results all garden peas require good, strong, fertile soil.

One quart will plant about lOO feet of drill; bushels to the acre.

Those marked with a (*) are wrinkled vari- eties.

If wanted by Parcel Posly add 6e. per qt.

Extra Early Varieties

a. One of the earliest blue peas, pods ark green, of medium size and uniform in growth; height 21/. feet. Pkt. 15c., pt. 25c., qt. 40c., 1/2 pk. $1.50, pk. $2.75.

•Gradus or Prosperity. The earliest and most popular of the large-podded, wrinkled peas; vines vigorous, bearing large pods from 4 to 4% inches in length, filled with large peas of the finest quality and delicious flavor; height 3 feet. Pkt. 20c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.60, pk. $3.00.

$3.00.

•Iilttle Marvel. A dwarf variety of even growth, about 18 inches in height; pods dark green, medium size, often produced in pairs; as early as Nott^s Excelsior, equal in flavor and more prolific. Pkt. 20c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., 1/^ pk. $1.60, pk. $3.00.

•Kott*s Excelsior. A splendid early sort; pods are al- ways well filled with large peas of delicious flavor. Height 15 inches. Pkt. 20e., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., % pk.

. $1.60, pk. $3.00.

“STERLING QUALITY’* SEEDS MEAN THE BEST

♦Sutton’s World’s Record. Habit very prolific; pods long, dark green, filled with peas of superb flavor; height 3 feet. Pkt. 20c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.60, pk. $3.00.

♦Thomas Laxton. Similar to Gradus. The pods are long, straight, with square ends, and contain 7 or 8 peas of the finest flavor; hardy and productive; height 3 feet. Pkt. 20e., pt. 30e., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.60, pk. $3.00.

♦Burpee’s “Blue Bantam.’’ An extra early variety of the finest quality. The vines average fifteen inches in height. The pods average nearly as large as the Gradus. Pkt. 20c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., ^ pk. $1.60, pk. $3.00.

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PEAS Continued RADISH

Second Early and Medium Varieties

♦McLean’s Advancer. Fine standard sort, pods medium size; peas tender and of excellent quality; height 2% feet. Pkt. 20c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.60.

♦Dwarf Telephone (Carter’s Daisy). Similar to the Tall Telephone, bearing heavy pods, about 4% inches long, height 2 feet. Pkt. 20c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.60, pk. $3.00.

♦Everbearing. Very prolific, pods about 3 inches long, peas large and of good quality; height 2% feet. Pkt. 20e., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., pk. $1.60, pk. $3.00.

GENERAL CROP

♦Carter’s Quite Content. The largest-podded variety yet introduced, vines and pods deep green, pods 7 to 7% inches long, hanging mostly in pairs and contain 9 to 11 large peas of excellent flavor; recommended for the market or private garden; a large cropper; height of 3 to 4 feet. Pkt. . .c., pt. . .c., qt. $

♦Admiral Dewey. One of the finest and most desirable of the large-podded varieties. The vines are of vigor- ous growth; the pods are always of good size well filled with peas of the highest quality; specially recommended for the home garden and market grow- ing; height 4 feet. Pkt. 20c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.60, pk. $3.00.

♦Improved Telephone. An improvement on Carter’s Telephone for purity and uniformity of habits, bear- ing in great abundance large, dark-green pods con- taining peas of fine flavor; height 4 feet. Pkt. 20e., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.60, pk. $3.00.

♦Prodigious. A very superior, wrinkled pea of the style of the Telephone. The pods are dark green, averag- ing four and one-half to five inches in length; the vines are vigorous and prolific; the peas are of the finest quality; height 5 ft. Pkt. 20e., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.60, pk. $3.00.

♦Champion of England. A well-known and popular late variety, of excellent flavor and very productive; height 4 to 5 feet. Pkt. 20c., pt. 30c., qt. 50c., % pk. $1.60, pk. $3.00.

Black-Eyed Marrowfat, Largely grown as a field crop; height 4 feet. Qt. 40c., pk. $2.40.

The seeds should be sown in light, rich, sandy loam. For an early supply, sow in a hotbed in rows 4 inches apart. Sow in the open ground as soon as the ground can be worked in rows 8 to 12 inches apart % inch deep. If the radish makes rapid growth it will b© crisp and tender. Sow every week or ten days for suc- cession.

One ounce for loo feet of drill.

Crimson Giant. An extra early, turnip-shaped varie- ty, growing very large yet never pithy, always hard and solid; good for forc- ing and equally as good if grown in the open ground. Pkt. 5e., oz. 15c., % lb. 45c., lb. $1.50.

Early Scarlet White-Tipped. Small, round, red, short tops, crisp and tender. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., ^ lb.

45c., lb. $1.50.

SCARLET

Non Plus Ultra, The earliest forcing variety, round, red maturing in about twenty days. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., % lb. 45c., lb. $1.50.

Scarlet Globe. One of the best varieties for forcing or sowing in the open ground; globe shaped, scarlet color, crisp and tender. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., ^ lb. 45c., lb. $1.50.

French Breakfast. Oblong shaped, color scarlet, white-tipped, rapid grower, mild and tender. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., % lb. 45c., lb. $1.50.

Long Scarlet Short Top. Long and crisp, for frames or open ground. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., % lb. 45c., lb. $1.50.

White Vienna. Finest white rad- ish. It is long, slender, pure white, roots of excellent quality. Fine for forcing. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., ^ lb. 45c., lb. $1.50.

White Stuttgart. A turnip shaped, whit© radish, growing to large size; fin© quality. Pkt. 5c., oz, 15c., % lb. 45c., lb. $1.50.

WHITE VIENNA RADISH

Long Black Spanish. A good winter variety. Pkt. 5c,, oz. 15e., ^ lb. 45c., lb. $1.50.

White Marrowfat. Very hardy and prolific; height 4 feet. Qt. 40c., pk. $2.40.

White Canada Field. Valuable for sowing with oats for cattle feeding and for green soiling. Pk. $1.50.

Sugar Peas or Edible Pods

Dwarf Gray Sugar. Dwarf in habit, with small-sized pods. Pkt. 20c., pt. 40c., qt. 75c.

Salsify or Vegetable Oyster

One of the most delicious and nutritious of vege- tables. ‘

Sow early in the spring in drills 14 inches apart and 1 inch deep. Cultivate the same as for carrots and parsnips. They can be left in the ground until spring. One ounce to 50 feet of drill.

Mammoth Sandwich Island. This variety grows to a large size and is superior in quality to the Long White. Pkt. lOc., oz. 25c., ^ lb. 85c.

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SQUASH SPINACH

Squashes are quite tender and should not be planted until the ground has become thoroughly warm and all danger of frost is past. Plant in light, rich soil, well pulverized. Bush varieties should be planted about 4 feet apart and the running varieties about 8 feet.

Bush varieties, one ounce to 40 hills; running varie- ties, one ounce to iS hills, three to four pounds per acre.

HUBBARD SQUASH

Early Giant Summer Crookneck. A desirable table sort, of dwarf, bushy habit, and very productive; the flesh is thick, yellow and of fine quality. One of the best market varieties. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., % lb. 40c., lb. $1.25.

Mammoth. White Bush Scallop. Pure white, produc- ing large, thick fruit of fine flavor, early and pro- ductive. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., % lb. 40c., lb. $1.25.

Delicious. Fine grained, sweet and dry, no other squash can equal it in sweetness and richness of flavor. In shape and color it is similar to the Hubbard. Weighs from five to ten pounds. Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., % lb. 65c., lb. $2.00.

Early Prolific Marrow. The earliest of the running varieties, maturing ten days earlier than the Boston Marrow; color a bright orange red; keeps well. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., % lb. 50'C., lb. $1.50.

Boston Marrow. A standard fall variety of a bright yellow color, an excellent sort for pies and largely used by canners. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., lb. 50c., lb. $1.50.

Warren. Has a shell harder than thn Essex Liyhrid and the color is of a deeper orange; the <^uality is superior. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., lb. 50c., lb. $1.50.

Hubbard (Cape Elizabeth grown). The standard winter squash, more largely grown than any other late variety, dark green skin and rich flesh, an excel- lent keeper. Pkt 5c., oz. 15c., % lb. 50c., lb. $1.75.

Golden Hubbard. Same type as the Green Hubbard but of rich orange red color and earlier to mature. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., lb. 50c., lb. $1.75.

Blue Hubbard. Flesh fine-grained, dry and of excellent flavor, a good keeper. Pkt. 10c., oz. 30c., % lb. 90c., lb. $3.00.

Vegetable Marrow, English. The fruit should be eaten when less than half grown; color creamy white, flesh white. Pkt. 10c., oz. 15c., % lb. 50c.

Vegetable Marrow, Italian. Oblong, skin dark green at first, but changes to a lighter green as it matures. Excellent quality. Pkt. 10c., oz. 15c., % lb. 50c.

Sow early in the spring in drills one foot apart, cov- ering the seed one inch deep, thinning out as it grows. For a succession sow every two weeks. For winter and early spring use, sow in August; cover with straw on the approach of severe cold weather.

One ounce to 50 feet of drill; ten to twelve pounds to the acre.

VICTORIA SPINACH

Bound Thick-Leaved. A large, dark-green, thick-leaved variety; stands a long time before running to seed. Pkt. 5c., oz. 10c., % lb. 25c., lb. 75c.

Victoria. A variety of dense foliage, leaves thick and of a dark-green color. Pkt. 5c., oz. 10c., lb. 25c., lb. 75c.

Long Season. A dark-green crumpled variety which withstands the hot weather without shooting to seed for a long time; very desirable for spring planting and of excellent quality. Pkt. 5c., oz. 10c., % lb. 25c., lb. 75c.

Bloomsdale. A very hardy variety; large thick, crumpled leaves, a favorite with Market Gardeners. The best for early spring or fall. Pkt. 5c., oz. 10c., lb. 25c., lb. 75c.

Prickly or Winter. The hardiest variety for fall plant- ing. Pkt. 5c., oz. 10c., ^ lb. 25c., lb. 75c.

New Zealand. A plant of branching habits which stands drought. Soak the seeds in warm water before plant- ing. Plants should not be closer than 2 feet apart each way. Pkt. 10c., oz. 15c., % lb. 50c., lb. $1.75.

“Sterling Quality” Seeds are the highest grade obtainable and intended for the particular market gardener, florist and individual.

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TOMATO

Sow the seeds about the first week in March in a hotbed, greenhouse or in shallow boxes in a window. When the plants are about three inches high transplant to cold frames, setting the plants about 4 inches apart or in pots singly. Transplant to the open ground when all danger of frost is past. Set in rows 4 feet apart each way, using a shovelful of rotten manure in each hill.

One ounce will produce about 1,500 plants.

Our Tomato Seeds are grown from selected Stocks.

“John Baer.” An extra early variety of superior merit. It produces perfect, solid high crown, beau- tiful, brilliant red tomatoes, is almost seedless, and has a mild, deliciously sweet flavor. Uniform in size and ripening. An invaluable variety for the market or home garden. Pkt. 5e., ^ oz. 20c., oz. 50c., % lb. $1.50.

Abbotts Early Red. A deep blood red variety. Foliage and vine medium. The fruit is smooth, uniform and of excellent flavor and quality. Pkt. 10c., % oz. 80c., oz. 50c.

Earliana. The best extra early variety. It is the earliest large tomato; color bright red, growing in clusters of medium size, smooth, solid, and of fine flavor; excellent for the market and home garden. Pkt. 5c., 1/2 oz. 20c., oz. 35c., % lb. $1.00.

“JOHN BAER” TOMATO

Olialk’s Jewel. Color bright red; flesh thick and solid, good quality. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., oz. 35c., ^ lb. $1.00.

Bonney Best. Early and prolific; fruit is smooth, round scarlet, of fine flavor. Pkt. 5e., % oz. 20e., oz. 35e., % lb. $1.00.

Early Detroit. Fruit very smooth, uniform in size, nearly globe shaped, firm and of excellent quality; color purplish pink; vine vigorous and productive. Pkt. 5c., % oz. 20c., oz. 35c., % lb. $1.00.

3tone. The most reliable of the main crop, very large, bright scarlet, smooth, solid and very productive; is a good shipper. Pkt. 5e., oz. 20e., oz. 35c., 14 lb. $1.00.

Dwarf Stone. Dwarf and compact growing, plant re- sembling Dwarf Champion but is of a stronger growth, yielding a large crop of very smooth, solid tomatoes of the finest quality, color bright scarlet. Pkt. 5c., % oz. 20e., oz. 35c., % Ik. $1.00.

Beauty (Livingston’s.) One of the best main crop tomatoes, vine large and vigorous, fruit purplish pink, smooth, large, solid and of excellent flavor. Grows in clusters of 4 to 6 and seldom cracks. Pkt. 5c., % oz. 20c., oz. 35c., 14 lb. $1.00.

Ponderosa. One of the largest varieties, flesh solid and of fine quality. Pkt. 5c., % oz. 20c., oz. 35c., 14 lb. $1.00.

TURNIP

Turnips do best in rich, light, sandy soil. For early use, sow in the spring as soon as the ground can be worked in drills 1 foot apart. Cover 14 inch deep. Thin plants to 6 inches apart. For a succession, sow every two weeks until August. Rutabagas are usually sown broadcast, but larger crops are obtained if the seed is sown in drills 18 inches apart and thinned out to 8 or 10 inches in the rows. Sow from June to the middle of July.

One ounce will sow 150 feet of drill; one to two pounds to an acre.

Early Purple Top Milan. One of the earliest flat turnips; flesh solid and of good quality. Pkt. lOc., oz. 20c., 14 lb. 60c., lb. $2.00.

Early White Milan. Extra early; roots of medium size, pure white, sweet and tender.

It is a rapid grower and desirable for early use. Pkt.

10c., oz. 20c., 14 lb. 60c., lb.

$2.00.

Purple Top Strap Leaf. A

well-known and popular va- riety for the main crop, largely grown for both table and stock. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., % lb. 40e., lb. $1.-00.

Purple Top White Globe. An early variety, of superior quality, globe-shaped, white flesh, tender and sweet, one of the best fof table use. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., ^ lb. 40c., lb. $1.00v •-

WHITE MILAN

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Red Cherry. Scarlet fruit about the size of a cherry, used for pickling. Pkt. 5c., % oz. 20c., oz. 35c.

Yellow Cherry.. Bright yellow, best for preserving. Pkt. 5c., 14 oz. 20c., oz. 35c.

Strawberry or Husk. The small yellow fruit grows in a husk, used for preserving. Pkt. 10c., ^ oz. 25c., oz. 40c.

White Egg. A pure white, egg-shaped variety of rapid growth; flesh firm, sweet and mild. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., 14 lb. 40c., lb. $1.00.

Golden Bafl. Very early, ~fihe~quality and of excellent flavor. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., % lb. 40c., lb. $1.00.

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Cow Horn of jLbng White. A very productive, quick- growing turnip, ca:^ot-like in form, growing nearly half out of the ground. Pkt 5c., oz. 15e., 14 lb. 40e.,.

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TURNIP— Continued Rutabaga or Swede Turnip

American Purple Top.

Very hardy, produc- tive, and a good keeper; flesh yellow and solid, a flne va- riety for table use.

Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., lb. 40c., lb. $1.00.

Carter’s Imperial Purple Top. V ery

large and produc- tive; smooth, round heads, yellow flesh, and of good quality.

Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., 14 lb. 40c., lb $1.00.

Lang’s Mammoth.

This variety is an enormous cropper and one of the most hardy, globe-shaped, with short neck, dwarf foliage, and a clean single tap root. Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., 14 lb. 40c., lb. $1.00

AMERICAN PURPLE TOP RUTABAGA

Sweet German. Flesh white, hard and sweet, keeps well. Pkt. 5e., oz. 15c., 14 lb. 40c., lb. $1.00.

PERFECT MODEL RUTABAGA

Perfect Model. An improved strain of the finest yellow-fleshed rutabaga, remarkable for uniform shape and fine quality, very sweet and tender and a good keeper. Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., 14 lb. 50c., lb. $1.25.

Sweet and Medicinal Herbs

Sow in the spring in shallow drills, 1 foot apart; when up a few inches thin out to proper distances, or trans- plant; cut the herbs when in flower, tie them up in small bunches and hang in the shade to dry.

Anise Annual	Per	oz.	25c., pkt.	10c.	Lavender Perennial	Per	oz.	40c., pkt.	10c.
Balm Perennial	Per	oz.	30c., pkt.	10c.	Marjoram, Sweet Annual	Per	oz.	30c., pkt.	10c.
Basil, Sweet Annual	Per	oz.	2’5c., pkt.	10c.	Mint Perennial			pkt.	25c.
Caraway Biennial	Per	oz.	25c., pkt.	10c.	Saffron Annual	Per	oz.	20c., pkt.	10c.
Catnip Perennial	Per	oz.	60c., pkt.	10c.	Sage Annual	Per	oz.	50c., pkt.	10c.
Dill Biennial	Per	oz.	20c., pkt.	10c.	Summer Savory Annual	Per	oz.	30c., pkt.	10c.
Fennel, Sweet Perennial	Per	oz.	20c., pkt.	10c.	Thyme Perennial	Per	oz.	50c., pkt.	10c.

We hope our customers will mail orders early this season as it gives us an opportunity to extend to them that little extra attention which means so much to a customer. Why not send the order NOW upon receipt of the catalogue?

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FIELD CORN

Prices Subject to Market Changes

Prices do not include delivery. Add cost of bags when ordering, as follows: 1/2 bush., 10 cents; 2 bush., 50 cents.

If ordered by mail add postage at parcel post rates.

Corn weight by Parcel Post; Qt. 2 lbs.; 4 Qts. 8 lbs.; Pk. 15 lbs.

Plant eight to ten quarts per acre in hills, one to one and one-half bushels broadcast, one bushel in drills.

Early Wonder Dent, A variety of great value. Here- tofore, earliness in seed corn has meant that the growth would he small; and a corn that produced heavily usually could not be depended upon to reach maturity in an ordinary season in this section.

All practical and experienced dairymen agree that ensilage containing the largest amount of grain is by far the most valuable for producing a good quality as well as a large quantity of milk, to say nothing of the much lessened amount of grain necessary in the regular ration.

Qt. 25c., pk. $1.00, bu. $3.25.

Early Smoky Dent. A new variety of Dent Corn. It is a very hardy grower, and prolific yielder for so early a corn. This corn has nice leafy stalks, averaging 8 feet or more in height, which very often carries two nice ears measuring 8 to 10 inches in length, well filled with a good sound kernel, with a dark red shade, tipped with pure white.

This corn can be grown with success anywhere that Early Canada Flint Corn matures. Qt. 25c., pk. $1.00, bu. $3.25.

Pride of the North. A very early Yellow Dent variety. Deep yellow kernels. Qt. 20c., pk. $1.00, bu. $2.75.

Mortgage Lifter. A heavy yielding. Yellow Dent Corn. Stocks are quite tall and furnish a large amount of fodder which contains a good percentage of grain. The ears are 8 to 10 inches in length, and from 12 to 16 rows. Qt. 20c., pk. $1.00, bu. $3.00.

Genuine Eureka Ensilage. The corn that grows more ensilage to the acre than any other variety. It grows very tall, attaining a height of 12 to 15 feet and makes a hea^^, thick growth of fodder. Try this variety if you want the maximum tonnage. Pk. $1.00, bu. $3.50.

Stickney. (Yellow Flint). The ears are from 10 to 12 inches long, 1% to 1% inches in diam- eter. The cob is small, kernels large and broad. The sfalks grow about 9 feet high. Pk. $1.25, bu. $4.00.

Learning. Large deep grains, very early; stocks are leafy and makes excellent fodder. Qt. 20c., pk. $1.00, bu. $2.75.

Early Eight-Rowed Yellow Flint. The earliest yellow variety. Matures in about 90 days. Seed grown in Maine. Qt. 25c., % pk. 75g., pk. $1.25, bu. $4.00.

Sariford. An early white flint, eight-rowed variety, largely grown for ensilage. Qt. 20c., pk, $1.00, bu. $3.00.

Sweet Fodder. For ensilage ; and a green summer food for stock. Qt. 15c., pk. 75c., bu. $2.00,

White Rice Pop Corn. The most popular for general use. ^2 Pt- 15c., pt. 20c., qt. 30c.

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GRAINS AND FARM SEEDS

PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

Prices do not include delivery. Add cost of bags when ordering, as follows: 1/2 bush., 10 cents; 2 bush., 50 cents.

Spring Wheat, Marquis. (Beardless.) An early and productive variety. The kernel is flinty, darker red and more plump than Ked Fife and matures a week to ten days earlier; weight 64 to 66 lbs. per measured bushel. Write for price.

Barley, Chevalier. A two-rowed variety, very hardy and productive. The grain is large and plump. Per bushel. Write for price.

Barley, Beardless. Early, hardy and productive. Per bushel. Write for price.

Hungarian. A popular annual used for hay and forage, yielding two to three tons per acre. Sow 1 bushel to the acre. Weight 48 pounds per bushel. Write for price.

Gk)lden Millet. Grown for hay or green fodder. Sow 1 bushel to the acre. Weight 50 pounds per bushel. Write for price.

Japanese or Barnyard Millet. A forage plant of ex- cellent quality, growing 6 to 8 feet in height, and yielding 10 to 15 tons per acre. Sow -20 lbs. per acre broadcast, 15 lbs. in drills 18 inches apart. Write for price.

Soja Beans. Valuable as a forage crop or green manure; also as a green fodder and silo plant.

Early Dwarf Green. An early maturing variety. Write for price.

Early Hollybrook. Makes a large growth of forage. Write for price.

Southern Cow Peas. One of the largest yielding forage crops grown.

Whippoorwill. An early, upright-growing variety; makes a good growth of vine, which can be easily cut and cured as dry forage. Write for price.

Spring Vetches. Valuable for soiling, also grown with oats for feeding to stock. Lb. 12c., per 100 lbs. $10.00.

Winter Vetches. Very hardy, recommended for fall sowing with rye. Write for price.

Dwarf Essex Rape. A forage plant of great value, furnishing rich pasturage for sheep, hogs or cattle within six weeks from the time of sowing. It also makes splendid green feed for poultry. Sow 8 lbs. per acre broadcast, 4 lbs. per acre in drills. Per lb. 20c.. by mail 25c.; per 100 lbs. $18.00.

A FIELD OF WASHINGTON OATS

Washington Oats. A flne, heavy oat, originating in New York. One of the best and most reliable of spring oats. It is an open-headed or tree type of oats, thin hulls making them especially valuable as a feeding oat. They are less liable to rust than most any other sort. Weight, 36 to 40 lbs. measured bushel. Write for price.

Maine 340 Oats. This variety makes a strong growth of straw. The heads are large and bushy, yielding large crops of oats of fine quality. Write for Price.

Spring Rye. An excellent crop for fodder or grain. Write for price.

Winter Rye (Rosen.) Rosen Rye produces a strong vigorous straw and stools to a remarkable degree. The grain is large, plump, heavy and beautiful color. Owing to its vigorous stooling property, less seed k required per acre. Write for price.

Buckwheat (Japanese.) The best and most profitable variety. It is earlier and more productive than the Silver Hull. Write for price.

Canada Field Peas. A valuable crop for soiling and for cattle feed. Sow 2% bushels per acre — if sown with oats, use one and one-half bushels each of the oats and peas. Pk. $1.50, bu. $5.00.

Sunflower, Mammoth Russian. This is the best variety to grow. The seed is largely used for feeding poultry, the whole plant makes fine ensilage. Plant and cultivate like corn. Sow 4 lbs. per acre. By mail postpaid, oz. 5c., lb. 20c., not prepaid, lb. 15c. 5 lbs. 60c.

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GRASS AND CLOVER SEEDS

Prices Subject to Market Changes

SPECIAL QUOTATIONS WITH SAMPLES ON APPLICATION

Prices do not include delivery. Add cost of bags when ordering, as follows: 1/2 bush., 10 cents; 2 bush., 50 cents.

Timothy. “Sterling Quality S One of the most impor- tant of hay grasses, producing a larger crop than any other grass when sown on rich loamy or clayey • soils. We sell only the purest and best obtainable.

Kentucky Blue Grass. An excellent grass for pastures and lawns.

Orchard Grass. Yields large crops of excellent hay, also valuable for pastures, and also succeeds in shady situations better than most other grasses.

Bed Top. “Sterling Quality.’* A permanent grass, valuable for hay or pasture.

Bhode Island Bent Grass. A valuable perennial for lawns.

Sweet Vernal (Annual.) Lasts only one season. Im- parts a fragrant odor to grass while being cut.

Sweet Vernal (Perennial.) Same as the annual variety, with the exception that it is of a perennial nature.

Alsike Clover. “Sterling Quality.” A hardy variety and one of the best for sowing with other clovers or grasses. The blossoms are fragrant and are much liked by bees.

Alfalfa or Lucerne Clover. Valuable as hay and forage crop.

Crimson Clover. An annual variety growing about one foot high.

Red Clover. “Sterling Quality.” Excellent for pastures and hay. Adds humus to the soil wherever it is sown.

Sweet Clover, Bokhara (Melilotus Alba.) Used as a soil-improving crop.

White Clover. Largely used in lawn and pasture mix- tures.

LAWN GRASS SEEDS

Lawns made from seed are generally superior to those made by laying turf, and there is a large saving in the expense. The soil should be carefully prepared, made firm and smooth, well drained, and enriched with com- mercial fertilizer or well-rotted manure.

A., S. & L. EXTRA FINE MIXED. A combination of the finest and purest grasses best adapted for a permanent lawn. For beautiful, velvety lawns, the “A., S. &: L.’' Lawn Grasses is the best that can be used. We have received many complimentary reports from cus- tomers who have used this Lawn Seed. Lb. lOc., by mail 45c.

Pinetree. This mixture is composed of grasses adapted to general lawn purposes. Lb. 30c., by mail 35c.

A., S. & L. Golf Links Mixture.

Made from a formula that will pro- duce a turf which will withstand rough usage. Lb. 50e., by mail 55c.

A., S. & L. Putting Green Mixture.

The varieties in this mixture are the finest low growing and most hardy kinds. Lb. 55c., by mail 60c.

SHADY SPOT MIXTURE. ‘ A mix- ture of fine grasses that will make satisfactory growth under trees and in shady places. Lb. 45c., by mail 50c.

A., S. & L. PERMANENT PASTURE MIXTURE

This is a mixture composed of the best varieties of the different perennial Grasses and Clover, blended in the right proportions for giving a fine, heavy growth of pasture throughout the season' and which will last in the ground for many years. Sow at the rate of 35 lbs. to the acre. Per lb. 45c. By mail prepaid 45c. per lb.. 10 lbs. by Express not prepaid $4.00

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CTninoculated ALFALFA Inoculated

MuIforJ Cultures i

Mulford Cultures contain pure, tested strains of active, vig- orous nitrogen-fixing bacteria for inoculating seeds of legumes i or soil.

The United States Department of Agriculture and many i State Agricultural Experiment Stations recommend inocula- ! tion of legumes with nitrogen-fixing bacteria to induce a i prompt ‘‘catch” and increase your yield. |

Mulford Cultures are prepared for j

ALFALFA ALSIKE CLOVER SWEET PEAS '

CRIMSON CLOVER COW PEAS GARDEN PEAS

SWEET CLOVER SOYBEANS GARDEN BEANS

RED CLOVER VETCH

Be sure to specify the particular legume on which you desire to use the Mulford Cultures. Prices: 5-acre size $5.00, 1-acre size $1.50, garden size (% acre) 75c., trial size 35c. Prices include postage.

PLANTING TABLE

Quantity of Seeds or Number of Plants Required for a Row 100 Feet in Length, with Distance to Plant and Time

for Planting

Kind of Vegetabl*	Seeds or Plants Required for	Distance for Plants to Stand Hand Cultivation	Depth of	Time of Planting in Open Ground	Ready for Us«
100 Feet of Row	Rows Apart	Plants Apart in Rows	Planting	After Planting
Asparagus, seed ....	1 ounce	1 to 2 ft.	3 to 5 in.	1 to 2 in.	Early spring	8 to 4 years
Asparagus, plants .	60-80 plants	12 to 24 in.	15 to 20 in.	3 to 5 in.	Early spring	2 to 3 years
Beans, bush "Rtitfl-n* prtiA	1 quart 1 pint 2 ounces % ounce	18 to 24 in. 3 to 4 ft.	3 to 4 in. 3 to 4 ft.	1 to 2 in. 1 to 2 in.	April to July May a.nd June	40 to 65 days GO to 80 days 80 to 120 days
Beets Cabbage, early	12 to 18 in. 24 to 30 in.	5 or 6 to ft. 12 to 18 in.	1 to 2 in. Vz in.	April, May and June April and May. (Start in hot-
Cabbage, late	Vz ounce	24 to 36 in.	16 to 24 in.	Vz in.	bed during March) May and June	90 to 130 days 80 to 130 days
Carrot Cauliflower	1 ounce Vz ounce	18 to 24 in. 24 to 30 in.	6 or 7 to ft. 14 to 18 in.	Vz in. Vz in.	April to June April to June. (Start in hot-	75 to 110 days
Celery	% ounce	18 to 36 in.	4 to 8 in.	Vs in.	bed during March) May and June. (Start in hot-	100 to 130 days
Corn, sweet	1 pint	30 to 36 in.	30 to 36 in.	1 to 2 in.	bed or cold frame during March or April) May and June	120 to 150 days 90 to 120 days
	Vz ounce	12 to 18 in.	4 or 5 to ft.	Vz to 1 in.	March to May. April to June	80 to 40 days
Cucumber	Vz ounce	4 to 6 ft.	4 to 6 ft.	1 to 2 in.	May to July	80 to 100 days
VO . , .	1 ounce Vz ounce	18 in. 18 to 24 in.	8 to 12 in. 4 to 8 in.	Vz in. Vz in.	May ; . . .	90 to 110 days 60 to 90 days
Kohl-rabi	April to June
Lettuce Melon, muskmelon. . •	Vz ounce 1 ounce	12 to 18 in. 6 to 8 ft.	4 to 6 in. Hills 6 ft.	Vz in. 1 to 2 in.	April to August May and June .	60 to 90 days 120 to 150 days
Melon, watermelon.	1 ounce	8 to 12 ft.	Hills 10 ft.	1 to 2 in.	May and June	100 to 120 days
Mustard	Vi ounce 1 ounce 1 quart of sets	12 to 18 in. 12 to 18 in. 12 to 18 in.	4 or 5 to ft. 4 or 5 to ft. 4 or 5 to ft.	% in. Vz to 1 in. 1 to 2 in.	April and May April and May	60 to 90 days 130 to 150 days 90 to 120 days
Onion, sets . . ."	March to May . . . .
Parsley at Parsnip Ppa* '	1 ounce 1 ounce 1 to 2 pints Vz ounce 5 lbs. (or 9	12 to 18 in. 18 to 24 in. 30 to 36 in. 18 to 24 in. 24 to 36 in.	3 to 6 to in. 5 or 6 to ft. 15 to ft.	V4. in. Vz to 1 in. 2 to 3 in.	Early spring April and May March to July	90 to 120 days 125 to 160 days 60 to 90 days 100 to 120 days 80 to 140 days
Pepper Potato, Irish	15 to 18 in. 14 to 18 in.	Vz in. 4 in.	May and June April to June
Pumpkin Radish Rhubarb, plants . . . .1	bu. per acre) 1 ounce 1 ounce 33 plants	8 to 12 ft. 12 to 18 in. 3 to 5 ft.	Hills 8 to 12 ft 8 or 12 to ft. 3 ft.	1 to 2 in. Vz to 1 in. 2 to 3 in.	May to July March to September Early spring	100 to 140 days 20 to 40 days 1 to 3 years
Rutabaga	1 ounce	18 to 24 in.	6 to 8 in.	Vz in.	May and June . ;	60 to 80 days
Spinach Squash, bush	2 ounces 1 ounce	12 to 18 in. 3 to 4 ft.	7 or 8 to ft. Hills 3 to 4 ft.	1 to 2 in. 1 to 2 in.	September or early spring May and June	40 to 60 days 70 to 90 days
Squash, late	1 ounce	7 to 10 ft.	Hills 7 to 9 ft.	1 to 2 in.	May and June	120 to 160 days
Tomato	% ounce	3 to 4 ft.	3 to 4 ft.	Vz in.	May and June. (Start early
Turnip „	1 ounce	18 to 24 in.	6 or 7 to ft.	% to Vz in.	plants in hotbed during Feb- ruary and March) May to July	100 to 140 days 60 to 80 days

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CHOICE FLOWER SEEDS— Annuals

General Directions For Cultivation

A rich, sandy loam is the best for most flowering plants. The soil of a good garden should be deep, well pulverized, and if fertilizers are used they should be thoroughly mixed with the soil.

It is best in practically all instances except hardy annuals to start the seed in boxes, preferably a box about 18x24 inches and 4 inches deep, using very sandy soil with leaf-mold that will not bake, and provide for drainage by boring some holes in the bottom of the box. It is best not to put any fertilizer in the seed box, since it is necessary to bring the plants to the third or fourth leaf, when they should be pricked out and reset in another box, in which the soil should be loam mixed with leaf-mold. It is important that the plant be of good size, strong and sturdy, when finally transplanted in the garden.

If the seed be sown directly in the garden, it should be sown in the spring after the soil is well worked and fertilized. When up, the plants must be thinned from two to twelve inches, depending on the variety, otherwise they will be weak and spindling. It is a mistake to leave plants too thick. A common mistake in sowing flower as well as other seeds is covering too deep. As a general rule, cover only to the depth of the thickness of the seeds, or with medium-sized seeds, like Balsams, Zinnias, etc., half ah inch or less is the proper depth. Such fine seeds as Portulaca, Nicotiana, etc., need only to be pressed into the soil with a piece of board or palm of the hand. Always press the earth down firmly after sowing all flower seeds, else there is danger of their drying up before the roots can get firm hold of the soil. Seeds of the hardier annuals may be sown where they are to grow ; but as a rule, it is preferable to transplant, as the plants are generally stronger and stand the drought better. During very dry weather, and when the seedlings are first set out, they should be watered frequently. Provide some support for all such annuals as require it.

The weeds should be kept down and the ground loosened often, so that the plants will receive the full benefit of the rains and dews, which they will not if the ground is allowed to become hard and baked.

Per Pkt.

A.CROCLINIUM. A half-hardy annual, hearing white and rose-colored flowers which are used when dried for winter bouquets. 1% feet.

Rose and white, mixed $0.05

AGERATUM. A beautiful, hardy annual. The flowers, which are produced in clusters, are very attractive in the garden and are very useful for bouquets.

Little Blue Star. Bright blue flowers, 6

inches 10

Blue Perfection. Dark Blue. 1% feet 10

ALYSSTTM. A fragrant, hardy annual, bear- ing spikes of small, white flowers in great profusion throughout the summer and autumn. Useful for borders and for cutting.

Sweet Alyssum. Flowers small and sweet.

oz. 35c 05

Little Dorrit. Pure white, very dwarf and sweet scented, oz. $1.00 10

AMARANTHUS. Hardy annuals, grown especially for their brilliant foliage.

Tricolor (Joseph’s Coat.) The plant is 3 feet high, with brilliant leaves in variegated red, yellow, green, etc 05

AMMOBIUM (Alatum Grandiflorum.) A hardy annual, with white everlasting flowers; useful as bouquets and as dried flowers 05 TALL,

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LARGE FLOWERING VARIETIES

Per Pkt.

ASPARAGUS (Ornamental).

Plumosus Nanus. An excellent house plant for decorative purposes, on account of its light

feathery growth 15

Sprengeri. A graceful house plant; valuable for hanging baskets 15

ANTIRRHINTUM (Snapdragon.) A half-hardy perennial, easily raised from seed. Bloom pro- fusely the first season from midsummer till fall.

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Carter’s Victoria. White and red 10

Cottage Maid. Pink, with white throat 10

Defiance. Brilliant scarlet 10

Nelrose. Rich coral pink 10

Queen Victoria, Large pure white 10

Large Yellow 10

Large Flowering. Mixed colors. ... 14 oz. 35c. .05

Katherine Morse. A new color and form of flower in Antirrhinum. The color is soft tones of old rose and yellow. The tube is soft old rose and face of flower yellow suffused with old rose. The top of the flower is beautifully waved. Plant bears a profusion of large spikes 20

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ASTERS

A popular half-hardy annual produced in a great variety of classes and an almost endless number of colors. The tallest varieties grow about two feet high and some varieties of dwarfs are not six inches high. The best method of culture is to sow the seed in boxes in March or April. Cover the seeds about one-fourth inch deep with rich, light soil, and when the plants have three or four leaves transplant about 15 inches apart each way. The seed can be sown in rows where the plants are to remain, thinning them from six to twelve inches apart, according to variety. One of the best annuals for cut flowers.

EAELY AND MEDIUM EARLY ASTERS

Imperial Daybreak. Flowers very large and double; color a shell pink; height 2% feet. Per pkt. 10c., % oz. 40c., % oz. 70c.

Imperial Purity. Similar to Daybreak in form and habit of growth; the blooms are pure white. Per pkt. 10c., % oz. 40c., % oz. 70c.

Imperial Lavender. The form of the flower and the habit of the plant are identical with Daybreak, but the color is a delicate lavender. Per pkt. 10c., % oz. 40c., % oz. 70c.

The Royal. An early flowering aster; the plants are of branching habit; the flowers are very double and are borne in great profusion on long stems. Mixed colors. Per pkt. 10c., % oz. 80c., % oz. 45c.

Queen of the Market. One of the earliest blooming varieties. The plants are about 1 foot high, bearing from ten to fifteen finely formed flowers on long and graceful stems. White, light pink, lavender and mixed colors. Separate colors, or mixed. Per pkt. 10c., % oz. 60c., Vs oz. 35c.

Vick’s Peerless Yellow. The most satisfactory yellow yet produced. The flowers are large and remarkably full and ball shaped, the plants of branching type and very vigorous. Pkt. 20c., Vs oz. 50c.

Astermum. A select strain of this new aster. The flowers are of immense size, with curled and twisted petals, closely resembling the blooms of Japanese Chrysanthemums. Mixed colors. Per pkt. 10c., % oz. 75c., Vs oz. 50c.

Dreer’s Superb Late Branching. The plants form strong, branching bushes 2 to 2% feet high bearing on long, strong stems flowers which, under ordinary cultivation, average 5 inches across. White, shell- pink, rose pink, lavender and mixed colors. Separate colors, or mixed. Per pkt. lOc., % oz. 60c., Vs oz. 35c.

Sensation. Large, double flowers or rich garnet or ox- blood red. The plants are of branching habit, grow- ing about 18 inches high. Per pkt. 15e., Vs oz. 50e.

Truffaut’s Peony-Flowered Perfection. This variety has brilliant and showy assortment of colors. Finest mixed. Per pkt. 10c., Vs oz. 50c.

MID-SEASON TO LATE ASTERS Improved Giant Crego. One of the finest varieties of asters, flowers very large, often five inches across, with long, stout stems. Keep longer in good condi- tion when cut than any other variety. Height 2% feet. White, shell-pink, rose-pink, lavender, purple and mixed colors. Separate colors, or mixed. Per pkt. 10c., % oz. 85c., Vs oz. 50c.

BEAUTY ASTERS

A new type of late flowering asters. The plants are 2^^ to 3 feet tall, bearing very large, double flowers on long strong stems.

American Beauty. Bright cerise-rose.

Lavender Beauty. Soft lavender.

Purple Beauty. Rich deep purple.

September Beauty. Delicate shell-pink.

Per Pkt. 15c. A pkt. each of the 4 colors, 50c.

China Asters. General Mixture. A mixture of many sorts and colors blooming from early in the summer to late in the fall. Per pkt. 5e., Vs oz. 20e.

MID-SEASON ASTERS

King. Distinct from all others in the charac- ter of the flower, which is of great size and substance, growing fully 18 inches high. Crimson, pink, white and mixed colors. Pkt. 10c., % oz. 30c., % oz. 55c.

ROCHESTER ASTER

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BACHELOR’S BUTTON BALSAM

BACHELOR’S BUTTON. Hardy annual of easy culture, one of the most attractive of all the old fashioned flowers. Sow the seed where it is to remain and thin to six inches. Per Pkt.

Blue 05

Rose 05

White 05

Mixed Colors % oz. 15e. .05

Double Mixed Colors % oz. 25c. .10

Double Blue. Pine dark blue % oz. 20c. .10

BALSAM. A favorite garden flower producing masses of beautiful, brilliant-colored, double flowers of easy culture; succeeds in a good rich soil; set the plants one foot apart; tender an- nuals; 2 feet.

Double Camellia-Flowered. Finest mixed .05

Double Rose-Flowered. Finest Mixed

14 oz. 25e. .05

White Perfection. Double pure white. 14 oz. 50c. .10

BARTONIA AUREA. A free-blooming, showy plant with large, golden-yellow flowers; 18 inches 05

BEANS, Flowering. Popular ornamental climbers,

6 to 8 feet.

Scarlet Runner 10

White Runner 10

BEGONIA SEMPERFLORENS. A variety adapt- ed for house or outdoor culture; easily grown.

Seed sown in February or March makes fine plants for bedding out in June. Height 8 to 12 inches.

Choicest Mixed 25

BEGONIA, Tuberous Rooted Varieties. Very popular and showy plants for summer decora- tion or window gardening. Sow the seed in- doors in February or March.

Single Choice Mixed 25

Double Choice Mixed 50

BROWALLIA. Very handsome, free-flowering plants. 1% feet high.

Elata. Blue 05

Alba. White 05

Mixed 05

CANARY BIRD VINE. Half-hardy, climbing an- nual, bearing an abundance of bright yellow fringed flowers % oz. 15c. .05

CALENDULA— ORANGE GIANT

Per Pkt.

CALENDULA. Profuse-blooming dwarf annuals; of easy culture and flowering until frost.

Meteor. Handsome, double and beautifully striped, the petals having a cream center

edged with orange-yellow 05

Orange Giant. Double; large-flowered; deep

orange oz. 15e. .05

Mixed Varieties ^ oz. 10c. .05

CALLIOFSIS (or Coreopsis.) A hardy annual growing about 2 feet high, valuable for bright bedding effects or for cutting. Blooms from June until September.

Drummondi. Yellow, with maroon center. . .05

Cloth of Gold. Flowers golden yellow 05

Mixed. Fine Varieties ^ oz. 15c. ,05

CALCEOLARIA. A tender perennial, used largely in greenhouses and conservatories. ,

Carter’s Victoria Prize. Mixed, all colors .50

CANDYTUFT. A hardy annual of easy culture and valuable for bedding or massing.

Giant Hyacinth Flowered. Very large heads and long spikes of white flowers. 1 foot.

% oz. 25c. .10)

Crimson. 1 foot 05

Purple. 1 foot 05

Rose. 1 foot 05

White. 1 foot 05

Finest Mixed. 1 foot, Oz. 30c., ^ oz. 10c. .05 Little Prince. Dwarf, white. 6 inches 10

CANNA. The Ganna will bloom from seed the first year if the seed is sown early. Seeds should be soaked for twenty-four hours in warm water before sowing.

Crozy’s Varieties. Mixed. New large-flow- ered and free-blooming sorts % oz. 20e. .10

CATCHFLY. Free-blooming, hardy plants of easi- est cultivation, useful for beds and borders.

6 inches.

Mixed Colors 05

CENTAUREA (Dusty MiUer.) Half-hardy peren- nial, used for borders or edgings.

Candidissima. Silvery white foliage, deeply

cut; about 1 foot high 10

Gsrmnocarpa. Leaves silver gray, with grace- ful, drooping habit. 1% feet 10

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CHRYSANTHEMUM (Annual.) Summer-bloom- iug annuals, growing 12 to 18 inches high, very effective for beds or cut blooms.

Single Mixed % oz. 15c. .05

Double Mixed 14= oz. 15c. .05

CINERARIA. Magnificent flowering plant for spring decoration for the conservatory or win- dow garden. The flowers measure 2 to 3 inches across; are of white, blue, violet and crimson shades.

Carter’s Brilliant Prize. Large flowering,

choicest mixed 25

CIiAREIA. Beautiful, hardy annuals with rose- colored, white and purple flowers in very brilliant shades. About 1% to 2 feet high and profuse bloomers.

Single Mixed ^ oz. 15c. .05

Double Mixed i/4 oz. 15c. .05

COBAEA. A rapid-growing climber, with hand- some foliage and large bell-shaped flowers half-hardy perennial. 20 ft.

Scandens. Purple oz. 25c. .10

COCKSCOMB. Very popular annuals of the easiest culture, producing large, ornamental comb-like heads; useful both for summer bed- ding and pot plants.

Glasgow Prize. Brilliant, deep purplish-red combs, dark foliage. Height about 1 foot.. .10 Finest Dwarf Mixed. .10

COLEUS. A tender perennial, growing about 10 to 18 inches high, and grown for its beautiful, bright-colored, velvety leaves.

Mixed Hybrids. Finest Mixed varieties ... .25

CONVOLVULUS major (Morning Glory.) A

handsome, showy climber of easy culture and suitable for covering windows, trellises, etc.

The flowers are most brilliant in the morning and run through many shades from white to dark blue, red and striped. Hardy annuals 10 feet high.

Finest Mixed oz. 20c. .05

Imperal Japanese. Handsome flower of gigantic size and in colors ranging from snow white to carmine, through every shade of blue and purple to nearly black, and Striped.

Oz. 2'5c 05

COSMOS. A very effective flowering plant, quite hardy and rapid growing, forming bush-like plants 4 to 6 feet high and covered with large, single, dahlia-like flowers. Start in March and transplant to open ground about June first.

Early	Flowering, Mixed	Colors.. 1/4 oz. 20c.	.10
i i	‘ ‘ White . . .		.10
^ (	‘ ‘ Pink		.10
i i	‘ ‘ Crimson . .	1/4 oz. 25c.	.10
Lady	Lenox. Late Flowering. Color, shell-
pink.	Plants strong and	vigorous, growing
6 to 7	feet high	^ oz. 25c.	.10

CYCLAMEN. A tender perennial for greenhouses and window gardens. Easily grown from seed.

Sow in August or September.

Persicum Giganteum. Criarit mixture 50

Per Pkt.

CYPRESS VINE. A summer, climbing annual with fine, feathery foliage and pretty, star- shaped flowers.

Scarlet 05

Mixed 05

DATURA. Large, strong-growing plants with large, trumpet-shaped flowers. 3 feet.

Finest Mixed 05

DIANTHUS or Pinks. Hardy biennials that bloom the first season, remaining green all winter and blooming the next year also if lightly protected. Old plants flower the earliest, but as young ones give the largest, finest flowers, sowings are made every year. Seed can be sown under glass in the spring, or in an open, sheltered bed. The seedlings are easily transplanted. Average height, 1 foot.

Chinese Double Mixed.. A mixture of brilliant

coloring and marking ^ oz. 15e. .05

Heddewigi. Very large-flowering, double, choicest mixed, extra fine strain 05

Marguerite, Giant Mixed. The flowers are of brilliant colors, ranging through many beau- tiful shades of red, pink, white, variegated, etc.; they are of perfect form and large size.

Those sown in the spring commence flowering in early summer and continue to bloom until checked by frost ^ oz. 30c. .10

Marguerite. Bark red 10

Marguerite. White 10

Carter’s Choice Double Mixed Clamattion.

Beautiful variety, producing double flowers of various shades and colors. Seed saved from choicest double flowers 25

DAHLIA. A popular late summer and autumn flowering plant. The seed may be planted early in the hotbed and the plants set out in May after all danger of frost is over. By sowing the seed early the plants may be made to bloom the first year.

Double Mixed 10

Single Mixed 10

DRACAENA. Ornamental plants for vases, baskets and house decorations.

Lidivisa. Narrow green leaves 10

FEVERFEW. Free-flowering annuals for bed,

borders and pot culture.

Double White 10

Golden Feather. Very popular for edgings.

1 foot 10

GRASSES (Ornamental.) Ornamental grasses serve the double purpose of rendering the mixed 'flower bed or border attractive during the summer and for the use of the spikes or panicles in a dried state in winter bouquets. Mixed Annual Varieties 10

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ESCHSCOLTZIA

HELIOTROPE

Per Pkt.

BSCHSCHOLTZIA (California Poppy.) The fo- liage is finely cut and has a blush tinge, delicate and very attractive. The large, handsome flowers, two inches or more in diameter, are produced in great profusion all summer. Seeds can be sown where the plants are to bloom. Hardy annual; height,

1 foot.

Californica. Deep yellow, orange center.

Oz. 20c. .05

Mandarin. Deep orange % oz. 20e. .05

Carmine King. Carmine-Eose % oz. 30e .10

Single Mixed....... Oz. 20c .05

Double Mixed % oz. 15c. .10

GAILLARDIA. Very showy plants with brilliant flowers. Hardy annuals, 2 feet high.

Double Mixed. Annual % oz. 15e. .05

GLOBE AMARANTH. Globe-shaped, everlasting flowers. If cut when well matured, will retain their beauty through the winter. Tender annuals; 12 to 18 inches high.

Fine Mixed 05

GODETIA. Beautiful garden plants, having large, delicately shaded blossoms. Easily cultivated in garden soil. Hardy annual; about 1 foot high

Finest Mixed i/4 oz. 15c. .05

GOURDS. Ornamental, rap|d-growing, trailing annuals, with curiously-shaped, highly-colored fruits. Cultivate the same as melons or squashes; 10 to 20 feet.

Dipper or Calabash. 05

Hercules’ Club. Club-shaped. 4 feet long.. .05

Egg-shaped. Fruit white like an egg 05

Orange-shaped (Mock Orange) 05

Bottle-Shaped 05

Pear-shaped. Striped, very showjy 05

Luffa (Dish-cloth or Bonnet Gourd) 05

Mixed Varieties % oz. 15c. .05

GYPSOPHILIA (Baby’s Breath). Free-flower- ing, elegant plants, succeeding in any garden soil.

Elegans. A hardy annual, pure white flowers. 14 oz. 15c. .05

Per Pkt.

HELIOTROPE. This class of plants is one of the finest for cutting, as the delicious fra- grance of all the varieties is very durable.

For the same reason they make excellent house plants. Seed sown early in the spring in the house will make fine plants for summer bedding.

Queen Marguerite. Bears immense clusters of large deep dark-blue flowers. Very fragrant .10 Finest Mixed 14 oz. 25c. .10

HOLLYHOCK. Hardy annuals, blooming the first season.

Single Mixed 14 oz. 35e. .10

Double Mixed 14 oz. 50c. .10

HELICHRYSUM. The well-known Everlasting Flower. It is everywhere prized for winter decoration. Hardy annual.

Finest Double Mixed 05

HUMULUS JAPONICUS (Japanese Hop.) Fast- growing, annual climber. 12 feet. .14 oz. 20c. .05

HYACINTH BEAN. Tender, climbing annual. Grows rapidly and is valuable for covering a trellis. The shining purple seed pods are very ornamental.

Finest Mixed 1 oz. 20c. .05

KOCHIA TRICOPHYLLA (Summer Cypress.)

A splendid ornamental annual plant, forming dense oval bushes 2 to 214 feet high, of small, feathery, light green foliage. As summer advances, this changes to a carmine hue and finally to a fiery red. A very at- tractive plant 14 oz. 20c. .05

LARKSPUR. (Delphinium.) Very ornamental plants, producing, in great variety of form and colors, some of the most beautiful flowers in cultivation.

Double Dwarf Rocket. 1 foot in height

Mixed colors 14 oz. 15c. .05

Stock-Flowered. Double, branching; fine for cutting. 2 feet. Mixed colors.... % oz. 15 c. .05

LAVATERA (Mallow.) Beautiful hardy annuals covered the entire summer with saucer-shaped flowers. The seed may be sown where they are to bloom. Height 2 to 3 feet.

Pink 05

White 05

LINUM Grandiflorum Rubrum (Scarlet Flax.)

A beautiful and effective plant of slender and delicate growth, having a profusion of bright flowers. Hardy annual; about 1% feet high .05

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LOBELIA. The dwarf varieties are very useful for edging, and the trailing varieties for hanging baskets and window-boxes.

Erinus gracilis. Blue trailing .... % oz. 20c. .10

White Gem. Snow-white flowers . . ^ oz. 20e. .10

Crystal Palace Compacta. 6 inches. Dark blue bedding variety ..^ oz. 40c. .10

LOVE-IN-A-MIST. A hardy annual, 1 foot high, with finely cut foliage. Oddly shaped blossoms in blue and white, and curious seed pods. Of easy culture.

Mixed, Blue and white shades oz, 20c. .05

LOVE LIES BLEEDING. Light yellowish green foliage; long, drooping, crimson flower spikes.

Plant 3 to 4 feet high. Hardy annual 05

LUPINS. Showy plants, with long spikes of vari- ous colored pea-shaped flowers; very desira- ble for mixed borders.

Hartwegii, White 05

Hartwegii, Blue 05

Hartwegii,- Eose 05

Fine Mixed 1 oz. 30c. .05

MALOPE. Free-blooming, hardy annuals suitable for mixed borders and fine for cutting. Height 3 feet.

Grandifiora Mixed y.y oz. 25c. .05

MARIGOLD (Tagetes.) A hardy annual plant, in dwarf and tall varieties, growing from 6 inches to 2 feet high, foliage bright green, deeply cut and graceful. The flowers are various shades of yellow and brown. The tall varieties are very valuable for large bedding or background work, and the dwarf varieties for borders. Se.eds can be sown in a cold frame and the plants transplanted late in the spring or in the open border.

DOUBLE AFRICAN VARIETIES Orange Prince. A double variety with quilled petals; flowers showy, bloom very

early oz. 15c. .05

Lemon Queen. Large, lemon-colored flowers

05

Finest Mixed % oz. 20c. .05

FRENCH VARIETIES

Tall Double Mixed. 14 oz. 20c. .05

Dwarf Double Mixed 14 oz. 20c. .05

Gold Striped. Double variety, brilliantly

marked and striped. 1 ft 14 oz. 20c. .05

Legion of Honor. A single, dwarf variety, de- sirable for borders; rich golden-yellow flowers with garnet blotches in center of each petal .05

MIGNONETTE

Per Pkt.

MIGNONETTE (Reseda.) A hardy annual, grow- ing 6 to 12 inches high and bearing pyra- midal-shaped flower spikes, which are exceed-, ingly fragrant. Grows easily from boxes or' sown out in the garden and thinned to 4 or 6 inches. Valuable for potting, for bedding or for border.

Large Flowered. Very sweet Oz. 20e. .05

Goliath. A giant, red-flowered variety richly

scented 14 oz. 50c. .10

Carter’s Perfection. Large spikes, deliciously

fragrant 14 oz. 30c. .10

White Pearl. Long spikes of fragrant white flowers 10

MARVEL OF PERU. The flowers of this old- fashioned favorite open about four o’clock in the afternoon and fade the next morning. 2 feet high, with bright foliage and fragrant flowers of desirable colors. Seed should be planted in the open ground where plants are desired.

Mixed colors oz. 20c. .05

MOONFLOWER. A beautiful vine which grows very rapidly, attaining a height of 50 feet in a season, producing flowers 3 to 4 inches across. Blossoms evenings and cloudy days.

Soak the seeds in warm water 24 hours before planting.

Grandifiora Alba. Large white flowers,

14 oz. 20c. .10

Giant Pink. ..Soft lilac-pink flowers. 14 oz. 20c. .10

MOURNING BRIDE (Scabiosa.) A very showy free-flowering plant, producing a great pro- fusion of beautiful and richly-colored double flowers. Beautiful in the garden and excel- lent for bouquets. 12 to 18 inches high, An- n 11 n 1 .

The Fairy. Fine azure-blue

Snowball. White

Cherry-Red

Rose

Black Prince

Golden Yellow

Mixed Colors 14 oz. 20c.

MIMULUS (Monkey Flower.) Handsome flowers of easy cultivation. Perennial in the green- house, annual in the open air.

Mixed Spotted Varieties 10

MUSK PLANT. Fragrant plant, with small yel- low blossoms, spotted lightly with brown.. .10

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NASTURTIUM

NASTURTIUM

A popular flower which is in constant bloom through- out the season, making a better display than almost any other plant. New colors are being developed, and in our list will be found all the best varieties that have been introduced.

Nasturtiums are of the easiest culture and require very little care after the seed is sown, merely weeding and the seed-balls picked off. If these are permitted to mature the beauty of the plant is soon lost. Plant the seed one inch deep in moderately good soil. The tall sorts are specially adapted for covering unsightly fences or trailing over rocks and rough ground. Hardy annual. ^

DWAEF VARIETIES

Of dwarf, compact growth; bloom in two months from sowing and most profusely the whole season. Height 1 foot.

Pkt. Oz. % lb.

Aurora. Light reddish-orange, veined

with carmine 05 .15 .50

Beauty. Scarlet and yellow 05 .15 .50

Chameleon. Mottled crimson, bronze

and yellow 05 .15 .50

Crimson 05 .15 .50

Crystal Palace Gem. Sulphur-yellow

spotted with carmine 05 .15 .50

Empress of India. A splendid variety, with dark leaves and crimson

flowers 05 .15 .50

Golden Cloth. Golden yellow leaves

scarlet flowers 05 .15 .50

Golden King. Golden yellow 05 .15 .50

Golden Midnight. The foliage is a light yellowish-green, while the flowers are of such a dark maroon as to

seem almost black 10 .20 .60

King of Tom Thumbs. Dark foliage,

scarlet flowers 05 .15 .50

King Theodore. Intensely dark crimson

or chocolate 05 .15 .50

Lady Bird. Yellow and red spotted. .05 .15 .50

Pkt. Oz. % lb.

Pearl. Creamy white 05 .15 .50

Prince Henry. Cream, marbled

scarlet 05 .15 .50

Queen of Tom Thumbs. Variegated

foliage, bright crimson flowers 05 .15 .50

Rose. Rose Pink 05 .15 .50

Ruby King. Crimson rose 05 .15 .50

Scarlet. Brilliant scarlet flowers 05 .15 .50

Extra Choice Mixture 1 lb. $1.60 .05 .15 .50

Fine Mixed - lb. $1.00 .10 .30

Collection of Six Varieties. Our selection 20c.

TALL OR CLIMBING VARIETIES

Height, 10 to 12 feet.

ITKl. \Jit, 74 XU.

Coccineum. Scarlet 05 .15 .50

Dark Crimson 05 .15 .50

Dunnett’s Orange.. .Deep Orange 05 .15 .50

Edward Otto. Brownish lilac 05 .15 .50

Hemisphaericum. Orange- salmon and

scarlet 05 .15. .50

King Theodore. Dark red, extra flne. . .05 .15 .50

Pearl. Creamy white 05 .15 .50

Prince Henry. Light yellow, marbled

with scarlet 05 .15 .50

Scheuerianum. Straw-color, brown

striped 05 .15 .50

Scheuerianum Coccineum. Scarlet

striped 05 .15 .50

Schillingi. Bright yellow, blotched

with maroon 05 .15 .50

Vesuvius. Brilliant salmon-rose, dark

leafed 05 .15 .50

YeUow 05 .15 .50

Extra Choice Mixture 1 lb. $1.60 .05 .15 .50

Fine Mixed 1 lb. $1.00 .10 .30

Collection of six varieties, our selection .20

NEMOPHILA. A hardy annual, growing about 6 inches high; has small, cup-shaped blossoms in white and shades of blue Per Pkt. Mixed $0.05

NEMESIA STRIMOSA SULTONI. Free-bloom- ing plants for pot culture and open border.

Sow the seed in March under glass or sow out of doors iu May. Hardy annual. 1 foot.

Blue, lilac, and white flowers 10

NICOTIANA. Showy plants with slender, tall, flowering stems and fragrant flowers; half- hardy annuals. About 3 feet high.

Aflinis. White and very fragrant 05

Mixed Hybrids. All colors 10

NIEREMBERGIA GRACILIS. Tender perennial. Suitable for house culture, or may be treated as a tender annual. Pine for baskets, vases.

etc. Light blue, saucer-shaped flowers 10

OXALIS. Beautiful small plants suitable for the greenhouse, rock work or outdoor culture, flowering the flrst year; half-hardy perennials;

9 inches.

Pink and Yellow Mixed 10

PASSION FLOWER (Passiflora.) A half-hardy

perennial climber, bearing attractive blue fringed flowers. Height 10 to 15 feet 10

PRINCE’S FEATHER. Tall spikes of red flowers

3 feet 05

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PANSY

Pansies thrive best in a moist, shady location and in rich, loamy soil. Seed should be sown in the autumn for early spring blossoms. If sown in the spring, get it in as early as possible, so as to secure flowers during the early rains. Seed sown in a cool place in May or June, and well watered until up, will produce fall-flowering plants. To have good flowers, the plants must be vigorous and make a rapid growth; use manure liberally.

Per Pkt.

Bugnot’s Superb Blotched. Very large flowers

and beautiful colors % oz. $1.00 .15

Masterpiece. These pansies have a most beautiful combination of rich, velvety coloring and

attractive wavy or ruffled petals. oz. $1.00 .15

Black Mastodon. Velvety black 20

Bronze Mastodon 20

Purple Mastodon 20

White Mastodon. Black center 20

Grand Duke Michael. Pure White 20

Madame Perret. Ked and wine shades 20

Meteor. Terra cotta 15

Parisian Yellow. Pure yellow 20

Prince Henry. Dark Blue 15

Steel’s Adonis Light blue 15

Greenhouse Special (New). Mixed, long stems

^ oz. $2.00 .25

Allen’s Private Stock Mixed 14 oz. $1.25 .20

Golden Queen. Pure Yellow 14 oz. 25c. .10

King of the Blacks. Velvety black. . . ^ oz. 25e. .10

Snowflake. Pure white Vs oz. 35e. .10

“A., S. & L.” Special mixed % oz. 75c. .15

Fine Mixed Vs oz. 30c. .10

PHLOX DRUMMONDI

Per Pkt.

PHLOX DRUMMONDI. A hardy annual, bear- ing beautiful and brilliantly colored flowers For brilliant effect and continuous blooming in the flower garden the Phlox cannot be sur- passed. Excellent for masses of separate

colors or for bouquets. Height 1 foot.

Alba. Pure White 06

Alba Occulata. Dark Purple, white eye 05

Brilliant. Bright scarlet 05

Finest Mixed. Best large-flowered varieties 14 oz. 50e .05

POPPY (Papaver.) The seed should be sown as early in the spring as possible where they are to remain, as they do not stand transplanting.

Thin 6 to 10 inches apart. If left thick the plants will be weak and the blossoms inferior.

The Shirley is beautiful for cutting.

Admiral. White, with broad, brilliant scarlet band, very effective ... 4 % oz. 25c., .10

Shirley. The most beautiful type of poppies, having soft foliage and an immense variety of single blossoms in white, pink, lavender, purple, shades of red and scarlet; the best and most showy of all single poppies . . . . oz. 25e. .05

Danebrog. Large flowers of brilliant scarlet, with a silver spot on each of the petals. 1/4 oz. 20c., 06

Tulip. Dazzling scarlet tulip-shaped flowers ^ oz. 20e. .05

DOUBLE ANNUAL POPPIES

Paeony Flowered. Large, showy flowers with broad petals; colors range from white to pink, carmine, scarlet, crimson and maroon. 14 oz. 15c., .05

Carnation, Double Mixed. Large, showy,

double flowers of various colors . .^4 oz. 15c. .05

Carnation, Double. Scarlet V2 oz, 20e. .05

Snowdrop. Pure white, f ringed.. % oz. 20c. .(^

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PRIMULA

PRIMULA (Oliinese Prim- rose.) A beautiful flow- ering plant for winter decoration in the home

FRINGED PETUNIA

PETUNIA. Free-flowering and easily cultivated; well-known favorites. They thrive in almost any soil and produce a brilliant array of color throughout the season. The seed will germi- nate with little difSculty if a reasonable amount of care is used in sowing. Be sure that the soil is well pulverized; then sow the seeds on the surface, pressing them into the soil by using a small smooth board, and cover

very lightly with fine soil. Per Pkt.

Large-Flowered Single, Fringed. Choice

mixed $0.25

Large-Flowered Double, Fringed. Choice

mixed 25

Giants of California. Flowers very large, and deeply fringed. A variety of colors 25

Ruffled Giants. Flowers of enormous size, with ruffled edges and brilliant colors 25

Rosy Mom. A bright rosy pink with white throat 1/4 oz. $1.25 .15

Howard’s Star. A beautiful free-flowering strain, color a rich, dark crimson, with five- pointed white star 15

Pure Wbite % oz. 60c. .10

Choice Mixed. Striped and blotched. Vs oz. 25c., .10

Fine Mixed. All Colors ^ oz. 25c. .05

PORTULACA. The plants are of low growth and spreading habit. The flowers of the double varieties are like small roses, and make a par- ticularly brilliant show. Sow seed in the open ground as soon as the weather is warm, or in a hotbed earlier. The plants can be trans- planted when in full flower. Annual.

Finest Double Mixed Vs oz. 50e. .10

Finest Single Mixed i/4 oz. 20e., .05

Single Rose 05

Single Scarlet 05

Single White 05

Single Yellow 05

or conservatory.

Sow the seed in well-drained shallow pans, from April to the last of July, to insure flowering the following winter.

Per Pkt.

Giant Fringed. Pink 50

Giant Fringed. White 50

Giant Fringed. Crimson 50

Giant Fringed. Mixed Colors 50

RICINUS (Castor Oil Bean.) A half-hardy annu- al, growing from 6 to 15 feet high and bear- ing large, green, deep purple and b^rown leaves, and bright orange and scarlet flowers. Of the easiest culture. Pine for lawns, massing or center plants for beds.

Borboniensis. Green foliage; 15 feet. .Oz 20e. .05

Cambodgensis. Dark maroon; stems black; 6 to

8 feet Oz. 20e. .05

Gibsoni. Deep red foliage; 5 feet Oz. 20c. .05

Sanguineus. Red stems and seeds; 8 feet.

Oz. 20e., .05

Zanzibarensis Mixed. A very large-leaved vari- ety, light and dark green and bronze foliage;

10 to 12 feet .....Oz. 20c. .05

Mixed Varieties Oz. 15. .05

RHODANTHB. Pine for garden. Comes into flower early and continues a long time. One of the best everlasting for bouquets.

Fine Single Mixed 05

SCHIZANTHUS. Hardy annuals, growing IV2 to 2 feet high, and covered with bright, showy, butterfly-like blossoms. Mixed. Large flowering

SENSITIVE PLANT. Curious and interesting an- nuals, with pinkish- white flowers; the leaves close and droop when touched or shaken;

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SWEET PEAS

The popularity of Sweet Peas is demonstrated by the many and beautiful varieties that are introduced each year. Our list includes all the best up-to-date varieties.

Sow as early as the ground can be prepared in a deep, rich moist soil, in drills 6 inches deep, covering about 2 inches deep. As the vines grow, fill up the trenches with soil and thin out to about 4 or 5 inches apart.

A popular plan at the present time is to sow in double

GIANT SPENCER VARIETIES

The Spencers have very large waved flowers which are produced abundantly on long, strong stems, and are most desirable for cutting.

AMERICA SPENCER. Bright red, striped and flaked on white. Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., ^ lb. 70c.

Apple Blossom Spencer. Standard bright rose, wings primrose with a flush of rose. Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., % lb. 70c.

Asta Ohn. The best lavender, very large and wavy. Pkt. lOc., oz. 25c., ^ lb. 80c,

Aurora Spencer. White, with stripes and flakes of orange-pink, Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., % lb. 65c.

BARBARA. Bright salmon orange with dark stems. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., % lb. 80c.

Constance Hinton. The largest white Spencer. Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., % lb. 70c.

Countess Spencer. The original giant-flowered Spen- cer, Clear Pink. Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., % lb. 70c.

Dainty Spencer. White with rose-pink edges. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., % lb. 80c.

Dobbie’s Cream.. The finest primrose-yellow. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25e., % lb. 90c.

Rlfrida Pearson. Light pink, shaded lighter. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., % lb. 80c.

Florence Nightingale. Large, pure lavender. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., % lb. 80c.

<Teo. Herbert. A large Spencer, rose-crimson. Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., % lb. 70c.

Helen ILewis. Orange-pink with bright orange standard. Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., % lb. 70c.

Henrietta. Double flesh pink. Pkt. 10c., oz. 40c., % lb. $1.25.

Hercules. A giant flower of finest form. Color bright rose pink. Flowers are beautifully waved. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., % lb. 80c.

Illuminator. Salmon orange overlaid with bright cerise Pkt. 10c., oz. 35c., % lb. $1.25.

King Edward. The best pure red Spencer, very large. Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., % lb. 70c.

King White. The best white. Pkt. 10c., oz. 25c., ^ lb. 85c.

Margaret Atlee. Best deep cream-pink. Pkt. 10c., oz. 35c., % lb. $1.00.

Margaret Madison. Best pale lavender. Pkt. 10c., oz. 35c., ^ lb. $1.00.

Marie Corelli. Rose-Carmine. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., % lb. 70c.

Mrs. Hugh Dickson. Buff apricot and rose. Pkt. 10c., oz. 20c., % lb. 70c.

Mrs. Tom Jones. Deep amethyst blue, very fine form. Pkt. 15c., oz. 75c.

New Miriam Beaver. Best light cream-pink. Pkt. 10c., oz. 30c., ^ lb. $1.00.

Othello Spencer. Deep, rich maroon. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., % lb. 70c.

rows with a trellis or a row of brush between.

EARLY NIGHTINGALE

Early Nightingale. A new early Spencer. A beauti- ful mauve lavender when young, but after standing in water a short time the flowers become a beau- tiful blue lavender. The vines are vigorous and flower profusely, usually four to each stem. Pkt. 15c., oz. 75c.

Vermillion Brilliant. Brilliant scarlet. Pkt. lOc., oz. 35e., % lb. $1.00.

White Spencer. Pure white. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., % lb. 65c. ,

Yarrawa, Early Flowering Spencer. Color bright rose- pink with lighter base.

Pkt. 15c., % oz. 25c., % oz. 40c., oz. 75c.

Superb Spencer Mixed. A splendid mixture of true Spencer types only. Pkt. 5c., oz. 20c., % lb. 70c.

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SWEET PEAS — Continued

Grandiflora — (Large Flowered)

These have large handsome flowers, but the petals are not waved like the Spencer varieties.

Price of any of the following varieties. Pkt. 5c., oz. 10c., % lb. 30c., 1/2: lb. 55c., lb. $1.00.

One quarter of a pound of seed will sow fifty feet. Black Knight. Deep maroon.

Blanche Ferry. Pink and white.

Dainty. White with pink edge.

Dorothy Eckford. Fine pure white, large.

Hon. Mrs. E. Kenyon. Primrose-yellow.

Janet Scott. Deep bright pink.

King Edward VII. Crimson scarlet, very large.

Lady Grisel Hamilton. Lavender.

Lord Nelson. Deep navy blue.

Miss Wilmott. Orange pink; very large flowering. Prima Donna. Soft clear pink.

Queen Alexandra. Brilliant scarlet.

Six 5c. pkts. Sweet Peas for 20c,; seven 10c. pkts. for 50c. postpaid.

“A., S. & L.” SPECIAL MIXTURE. This mixture is made up by ourselves from the best named varieties and cannot fail to give satisfaction. Pkt. 5c,, oz. 10c., ^ lb. 30c., 1/2 lb. 55c.; lb. $1.00.

Mixed Sweet Peas In Separate Shades.

Lavender and Blue Shades. Pink Shades.

Purple and Maroon Shades. Red Shades.

White and Primrose Shades.

Each of the above, lb. $1.00., % lb. 30c., oz. 10c. Collection, one oz., each of the five separate shades,

SALPIGLOSSIS. Very showy bedding or border plants with richly-colored flowers, which are purple, scarlet, crimson, yellow, buff, blue or almost black, beautifully marbled and pencilled. Hardy annual, 2 feet.

Per Pkt.

Grandiflora. Special mixture ^ oz. 50e. .10

Emperor. Finest Mixed. Very large flowers.

Vs oz. 50c. .10

Smilax. A graceful climber with small, dark

green foliage 10

FREE DELIVERY

To any address in the United States on aU Flower Seeds by the packet, ounce, half-pound, and pound.

40c.

SALPIGLOSSIS

TEN* WEEK STOCKS

STOCKS (Gilliflower.) Hardy annuals, 2 feet high, with spikes densely covered with beau- tiful double flowers of almost every desirable tint. Seeds may be sown in the open ground, hotbed or cold frame, but transplanting should be done when the plants are just out of the seed leaf. Make the soil deep and rich, and set the plants a foot apart.

LARGE-FLOWERING TEN WEEKS

The best variety for bedding out for summer blooming, producing a large percentage of

double flowers.

Per Pkt. Per Pkt-

Blood Red $0.10 Light Blue $0.10

Brilliant Rose .10 Pure White 10

Canary Yellow .10 Finest Mixed, Vs oz. 60e. .10

LARGE-FLOWERING BEAUTY STOCKS

A fine strain for garden or greenhouse.

Canary Yellow, (Monte Carlo) 10

Flesh Pink, (Beauty of Nice) 10

Light Blue, (Cote d’ Azure) 10

Rosy Lilac, (Queen Alexandra) 10

White, (Mont Blanc) 10

Choice Mixed Vs oz. 75c. .10

Dresden Perpetual. (Cut-and-Come- Again.)

White (Princess Alice. $0.10 Blood Red $0.10

Canary Yellow 10 Light Blue .10

Choice Mixture Vs oz. 75c. .10

SWEET SULTAN. Large, sweet-scented flowers on long stems, fine for, cutting. 2 feet.

White 06

Dark Blue 06

Light Blue J 06

Suayeolens. Large, bright yellow flowers. . .05

Finest Mixed oz. 50c. .05

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Per Pkt.

SAIiVIA. Sow seed early indoors or in a frame in time to get good plants to set out of doors the latter part of May. Bloom from July to frost.

Set plants 1 foot apart. Half-hardy annual

Bonfire. V ery compact, with long, erect spikes of brilliant scarlet flowers. The flnest Salvia for bedding. 2 feet Vs oz. 50c. .10

Splendens. Bright scarlet flower-spikes; 2% feet Vs oz. 50c. .10

Zurich. The earliest blooming variety; the plants are dwarf and compact, producing bril- liant scarlet flowers. 1 foot Vs oz. 75c. .15

Patens. Bright blue, extra large flowers.

1% to 2 feet 10

SALFIGLOSSIS. Very showy bedding or border plants with richly-colored flowers which are purple, scarlet, crimson, yellow, buff, blue or almost black, beautifully marbled and pen- ciled. Half-hardy annual; 2 feet.

Finest Mixed % oz. 50c. .10

SUNFLOWES- (Helianthus.) Hardy annuals, growing from 3 to 6 feet high. Of the easiest culture and suitable for a stately row or back- ground. Plant in light or sandy soil.

Califomicus fl. pi. Splendid variety, with magnificent heads of double orange flowers. 5 feet Oz. 20c. .05

Miniature. Small, single rich yellow flowers, with black center. 4 feet Oz. 20c. .05

Sutton’s Red. Single large red flowers, shad- ing to yellow at tips of petals. 6 ft. Oz.

25c 10

Mammoth Russian. Large yellow. Oz. 5c.

TASSEL FLOWER. An annual of easy culture, with tassel-shaped flowers, blooming profusely from July to October. 18 inches. Bright scarlet 05

GIANT FLOWERING DOUBLE ZINNIA

ZINNIA. A hardy annual, growing from 1 to 2 feet high. One of the most brilliant and showy plants. They flower early in the summer and keep on blooming until frost.

Sow in boxes early and transplant.

Pgt Plct

GIANT FLOWERING DOUBLE

Apricot Buff ..... .$0.15 Purple 10

Crimson 10 Scarlet 10

Flesh-Color 10 White 10

Golden-Yellow .10 Giant Mixed. All colors. .10

DOUBLE DAHLIA-FLOWERED. (Novelty.) The flowers are of immense size, and closely

resemble dahlias. Mixed Colors 20

Double Curled and Crested Mixed. 2 ft .10

Tall, Double Mixed 05

THUNBERGTA. (Black Eyed Susan.) Beautiful

annual trailing plants for hanging basket and vases. Mixed colors. 4 feet. % oz. 20c... .10

VERBENA. A well-known annual for beds, and borders. Seed sown in March will bloom in June and continue until frost. Plants raised from seed are more vigorous and produce more flowers than those grown from cuttings.

Mammoth White.... Vs oz. 25c. .10

Mammoth Pink 'Vs oz. 25c. .10

Mammoth Scarlet Vs oz. 25c. .10

. Mammoth Purple Vs oz. 25c. .10

“A., S. & L.” Mammoth Mixed 14 oz. 50c. .10

VIRGINIAN STOCK. Sweet-scented hardy annual

Mixed 05

WALLFLOWER. An old favorite garden flower.

The large, massive spikes of the Wallflower are very conspicuous in beds and borders and are very useful in making bouquets. Height about IV2 feet.

Single Mixed 05

Double Mixed 10

WILD CUCUMBER (Echinocystis Lobata.) This is a useful climber where a rapid and vigorous growth of vine is desired. The vine is thickly covered with white, fragrant flowers. Hardy annual Oz. 25c., V2 oz. 15c. .05

Fine Mixed Vs oz. 15e. .05

Lemon Scented. Lemon scented foliage 10

ZEA JAPONIC A (Striped Japanese Maize.)

Very ornamental, variegated foliage 05

WILD GARDEN FLOWER SEEDS

A mixture of easily grown varieties of Flower Seeds for Sowing broadcast, require very little care and produce a continual display of bloom throughout the season, and furnish an abundance of flowers for cutting. They are useful for sowing along fences and on unsightly bare spots of ground.

Pkt. 5c., oz. 15c., 14 lb- 50c.

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PERENNIAL FLOWER SEEDS

Per Pkt.

ABUTILON (Flowering Maple.) Free-flowering shrubs of strong growth and easy cultivation; drooping, bell-shaped flowers of various colors.$0.10

ACONITUM (Monk’s Hood.) Hardy perennial, with helmet-shaped flowers; growing in any good garden soil. Thrives best when planted among shrubbery or in shady situations. 4

feet.

Nappellus. Large blue 15

Nappellus White. Large white 15

ALYSSUM. Saxatile Compactum (Basket of

Gold.) Golden yellow flowers % oz. 50c. .10

AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII (Boston Ivy.) The best hardy vine for covering brick or stone build- ings, etc.; foliage turning to scarlet in the autumn. % oz. 25c 10

BELLIS PERENNIS

(Double Daisy.) Sow the seed very early. The flowers are abund- ant in early spring and may be continued later by the use of water. Set about six inches apart in a cool border.

Longfellow. Large, rose-colored flowers. % oz. 50c. pkt. 10c.

Snowball. Large, double pure white, Ys oz. 50c., pkt. 10c.

Finest Mixed. Vs oz. 40c., pkt. 10c.

SHASTA DAISY. Fine, hardy perennial, produc- ing large flowers which are very desirable for cutting. Height 2 feet.

Alaska. Pure white Vs oz. 85e. .10

CANTERBURY BELLS.

Large bell-shaped flowers which are very effective. Succeeds best in light, rich soil. Transplant two feet apart.

Height 2 to 4 feet. Single Blue, Ys oz. 25e., .10 Single Rose, Ys oz. 25c., .10 Single White, Ys oz. 25c., .10

Single, Fine Mixed.

Ys oz. 20c., .05

Double, Fine Mixed.

Ys oz. 25c., .10

COLUMBINE. (Aquilegia.) Well-known hardy perennials, bearing in great profusion, through May and June, exquisite flowers greatly varied in coloring; of easy culture, thriving best in dry soil and growing well in partial

shade. 1 to 3 feet.

Single, Mixed Colors 10

Double, Mixed Colors .10

Per Pkt.

DELPHINIUM (Hardy Larkspur.)

Fomiosum. Deep blue, 3 feet oz. 40c., .10

Double Hybrids, Finest Mixed. 3 feet. . Ys oz. 40c. .10

DIANTHUS (Hardy Garden Pinks.)

Double Clove. A hardy perennial pink, very

fragrant, choice colors Ys oz. 30e. .10

Plumarius (Grass Pink, or Pheasant-eye Pink.) A single hardy Pink with fringed- edged, fragrant flowers, mixed colors Ys oz. 30c. .10

FORGET-ME-NOT

FORGET-ME-NOT. (Myosotis.) Small star-like flowers borne in clusters. The plant is of easy culture and blooms the first year if seed is sown early. 4 to 9 inches.

Indigo Blue. Large, dark blue flowers.

Ys oz. 25c. .10

Victoria. Large flowers, bright azure blue;

dwarf habit; fine for borders Ys oz. 35c. .10

Fine Mixed Ys oz. 25c .10

FOXGLOVE

FOXGLOVE (Digitalis.) The Foxgloves are highly ornamental plants. They are fine for the mixed border or planted singly in half- shady places near a walk or drive. The spikes of flowers are often two feet in length, con- taining scores of the pretty-spotted, thimble- shaped flowers. Perfectly hardy. Sow seed in spring in the garden and transplant as desired.

Mixed varities 14 oz. 20c. .05

BELLIS PERENNIS

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PERENNIAL FLOWER SEEDS — Continued

GAILLARDIA

Per Pkt.

FRENCH HONEYSUCKLE (Hedysarum.) Very handsome, free-flowering plants; well adapted for borders or rock-work. 4 feet.

Scarlet $0.05

Album. White 05

GAILLARDIA. Showy and hardy perennials, Flowering from July to October, 2 ft.

Grandiflora Hybrida. Finest Mixed. oz. 30c. .10

GYPSOPHILIA. (Baby’s Breath.) Free-flowering, plants, succeeding in any garden soil. Fine for bouquets.

Paniculata. White flowers oz. 25c. .10

HELIANTHUS (Hardy Sunflower.)

Maximiliana. Golden yellow flowers; con- tinues in bloom until late in Fall. 6 ft 10

HOLLYHOCK. Plants of upright, stately growth,

5 to 8 feet high. The double varieties are the most desirable. Very effective when planted in long rows with a background of shrubbery.

Chater’s Double Crimson. ....... .Vs oz- 30c. .10

Chater’s Double Pink Vs oz. 30c. .10

Chater’s Double Yellow Vs oz. 30c. .10

Chater’s Double White i/s oz. 30c. .10

Chater’s Double Purple Vs oz. 30c. .10

Chater’s Double Salmon 10

Chater’s Double Scarlet Vs oz. 30c. .10

Chater’s Double Mixed Vs oz. 30c. .10

Finest Mixed. Single oz. 25c. .10

Allegheny. A semi-double, fringed variety.

Finest Mixed 1/4 oz. 25c. .10

HONESTY (Satin Flower.) The flat, silvery seed pods are used for winter decoration. Very handsome, free-flowering. Hardy biennial. 2 feet 05

Per Pkt.

IBERIS (Perennial Candytuft.)

Gibraltarica Hybrida. White shading to lilac .10 Sempervirens. Pure white; excellent for cemeteries, rockeries, etc.; 1 foot 15

Kudzu Vine or Jack-and-the-Bean Stalk. A fast growing hardy perennial vine, growing 8 to 10 feet the first year from seed. The foliage is large; it bears clusters of pea-shaped flowers % oz. 25c, ,10

LAVENDER. Chiefly cultivated for the delicious and lasting fragrance of its flowers; succeeds in any common garden soil % oz. lOe. .05

LINUM (Flax)

Perenne. Bright blue flowers, hardy. 2 ft. .10

LUPINUS (Lupin.) Beautiful hardy plants for borders, beds and for cutting, 3 ft.

Moerheimi. Rose and white 15

Finest Mixed 10

LYCHNIS (Rose Campion). Hardy plants of easy culture, bearing clusters of brilliant scarlet flowers 05

PHLOX (Decussata.) Hardy plants producing large heads of showy flowers, 3 ft.

Finest Mixed 10

POPPY (Papaver.)

Orientale. One of the most striking and showy of the garden perennials; flowers large brilliant crimson with a black blotch on each »

petal Vs oz. 25c. .10

Iceland. Brilliant colors. Blooms first year from seed Vs oz. 15e. .05

POLYANTHUS (Primula Elation) Early spring free-flowering plants, fine for either pot or outdoor culture; 9 inches.

Fine Mixed 10

RUDBECKIA (Cone-Flower.) Robust-growing plants, very popular for border decoration. Newmanii. golden yellow with black center. .10

SWEET WILLIAM. An

old-fashioned plant, producing large heads of beautifully colored, sweet-scented flowers. It is hardy and easily grown. IV2 feet.

SWEET WILLIAM

Holbom Glory. Large flowers of the most

beautiful shades % oz 25e. .10

Auricula-Flowered. Single varieties miixed

1/4 oz. 25e. .10

Pink Beauty. Rose pink ^ oz. 25c. .10

Double Varieties. Mixed % oz. 30c. .10

SWEET ROCKET. Very fragrant, growing freely in ordinary soils, 2 ft.

Mixed. Purple and white 05

VIOLET, Sweet-scented. Fragrant, spring-blooming plants.

Single. Blue 10

Bulbs, Plants, etc.

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SUMMER-FLOWERING BULBS

GLADIOLUS

Attractive summer-flowering bulbs. They will grow

in any good garden soil. Plant 6 inches apart and 4

inches deep.

America. The color is a beautiful flesh pink; very large flowers. 6c. each, 50c. per doz. postpaid, by express $3.00 per 100.

Baron Hulot. Eich, deep, indigo blue. 12c. each, $1.25 per doz. postpaid, by express $8.00 per 100.

Chicago White. White, lavender marking in throat. 10c. each, 75e. per doz. postpaid, by express $4.50 per 100.

Empress of India. Deep velvety maroon. 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. postpaid, by express $6.50 per 100.

CHory of Holland. Large pure white with lavender anthers. 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. postpaid, by express $6.00 per 100.

Liebesfeuer. Brilliant red extra large flower. 20e. each, $2.00 per doz. postpaid.

Mrs. Francis King. Beautiful vermilion scarlet. 5c. each, 50c. per doz. postpaid, by express $3.00 per 100.

Mrs. Frank Pendleton, Jr. Bright salmon-pink, very large flowers. lOc. each, $1.00 per doz. post- paid, by express $6.50 per 100.

Niagara. Large creamy white flowers, splashed with carmine. 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. postpaid, by express $6.50 per 100.

Panama. A deeper pink than America, long strong spike with large open flowers. 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. postpaid, by express $6.50 per 100.

Peace. Flowers large and of fine form; color, pure white, feathered with pale lilac. 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. postpaid, by express $7.00 per 100.

Schwaben. Clear sulphur-yellow with small brown spot in the throat. 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. post- paid, by express $7.00 per 100.

War. A magnificent variety of rich ox-blood red; shaded with darkest crimson. 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. postpaid, by express $2.00 per 100.

Superfine Mixture. 5c. each, 50c. per doz. postpaid; by express $3.00 per 100.

NIAGARA

BEGONIAS (Tuberous-Eooted). Unequalled for sum- mer bedding, making a dazzling show throughout the entire season

Single. Mixed colors. 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. Parcel Post prepaid.

GANNAS. Fine ornamental plants, blooming from July until frost. Ked-flowering, green-foliage, pink-flowering, orange-flowering, white and cream shades; red gold-edged, yellow shades; bronze- leaved, red-flowering; orchid-flowering. All the above varieties, 25e. each, per doz., $2.50 by Parcel Post, doz. $2.75.

DAHLIAS. Popular summer and autumn flowering plants. Our bulbs are grown by the Elmwood Dahlia Farm, and are strong grown and healthy. The varieties we offer include the best of the stand- ard kinds as well as late introductions. Bulbs ready for delivery May 20th. 20e. each, $2.00 per

doz.; by Parcel Post, prepaid, $2.20 per doz.

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PLANT DEPARTMENT

PLANTS BY EXPRESS. Wo us© great car© In the packing of plants to be sent by express, but cannot b© responsible for delays or conditions wlien received by tbe purcbaser. No plants sent O. O. D. Shipped by express only, except where noted.

Vegetable Plants

ASPARAGUS ROOTS

We offer strong two-year old roots of the following varieties — Mammoth White, Palmetto and Conover's Colossal

25 roots, by express, at purchaser's expense.. $0.45

by mail 55

by express, at purchaser's expense.. .65

by mail 90

by express, at purchaser's expense.. 1.50

by mail 1.75

by freight or express, at purchaser's expense IQ.OO

CABBAGE PLANTS

April and May delivery

Doz. 100 1000

Early Jersey Wakefield $0.15 $1.00 $8.00

Copenhagen Market 15 1.00 8.00

June and July delivery

Stone Mason Drumhead $0.50 $3.50

American Savoy .50 3.50

Danish Ball Head .50 3.50

25

50

50 ‘‘

100 100

1000 ‘‘

CAULIFLOWER PLANTS

May and June delivery

Snowball $0.25 $1.50

Danish Giant 25 1.50

CELERY PLANTS

100 1009

White Plume $1.00 $7.50

Golden Self -Blanching 1.00 7.50

Boston Market 1.00 7.50

LETTUCE

Doz. 100

Boston Curled $0.20 $1.00

Black-seeded Tennisball 20 1.00

PEPPER

Large Bell $0.25 $1.50

Squash .25 1.50

Brussels Sprouts 15 .75

Rhubarb Roots. Each, 15c 1.50 10.00

TOMATO PLANTS

Box Grown.

Doz.

‘^John Baer" Earliana, Ponderosa, Early Detroit, Dwarf Champion, Sunrise, Abbott's Model, Dwarf Stone, Bonny Best Yellow Plum. . .50

Flowering and Foliage Plants for Summer Bedding

Bedding plants shipped by express only

Each Doz.

Ageratum. Dwarf, blue $0.10 $1.00

Alyssum. Whit© 10 1.00

Calendula. Deep yellow 15 1.50

Cannas. Dwarf flowering 20 2.00

Canna robusta. Tall, dark foliage 20 2.00

Centaurea candidissima 10 1.00

Centaurea gymnocarpa 10 1.00

Cobaea Scandens 15 1.50

Coleus. Ein© varieties. Per 100 $7.00 08 .90

Daisy (Beilis Perennis.) In Baskets .50

Dracaena indivisa 75

Forget-me-not. In Baskets .50

Feverfew. Double whit© 15 1.50

Fuchsias. Various sorts 35 3.50

Each Doz.

Geraniums. Assorted varieties, 3 in. Pots $0.20 $2.00

Geraniums. Assorted varieties, 4 in. Pots .35 *3.00

Geraniums. Ivy-leaved sorts, 4 in. Pots . . .35 3.50

Geraniums. Rose-scented, 4 in. Pots 35 3.50

Heliotrope. Dark and light .15 1.50

Hollyhock, Double Assorted 25 2.50

Lantanas. In variety 20 2.00

Lemon Verbena 20 2.00

Lobelia. Dark blue 20 2.00

Marigold. French and African 15 1.50

Petunia, Double. Assorted colors 30 3.00

Ricinus (Castor-oil Bean) 15 1.50

Salvia Splendens. Best Scarlet 15 1.50

Vinca, or Periwinkle. 5 in. Pots 75

DUTCH BULBS FOR FALL PLANTING

Those beautiful early spring flowers you so much admire are the result of only a small amount of labor in the fall.

We import our bulbs direct from the growers in Holland. This is one reason why the splendid quality of our bulbs is commented upon by our customers.

Our special Bulb Catalogue of Tulips, Hyacinths, Narcissus, Crocus, Lilies, etc., we issue September 1st, This catalogue we gladly mail to those interested. Send full name and address that we may send you a

eopy.

Special prices quoted on large orders to be packed separately at the grower's and shipped with our general consignment. These orders must be in our hands by July 1st.

PRICES QUOTED IN CATALOGUE ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

Poultry Supplies

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POULTRY DEPARTMENT

FEED THIS FOR EIGHT WEEKS

Raise Every Chick You Hatch

TRAOe MARK

THEORiGWAL

Biiteriiillli

simmmw

Guaranteed. Analysis Protein 12%, Fibre 4%, Fat 3%, Nitrogen Free Extract 56%, Carbohydrates 60%.

coarse, indigestible matter and too rich a diet.

You wouldn’t think of feeding a young infant beefsteak and coarse foods. And you can’t feed baby chicks feeds high in fibre and protein and expect them to thrive, or even live.

Conkey’s is all the chicks need the first eight weeks, except a little greens, charcoal, grit, clean water and some fine scratch grains in the litter to induce exercise. Give grit and water from the start. During the second week add greens and in the fourth week chick size grains.

Conkey’s Puts vigor into your chicks when they need it most. It is as carefully prepared for baby chicks as a high class infant food for real babies. It makes chicks strong and husky, able to resist deadly diseases. The buttermilk in concentrated form is in exactly the amount needed as an aid in the prevention of bowel troubles.

In addition to utilizing the manifold ad- vantages of buttermilk, Conkey insists upon keep- ing two other great principles in mind — palatability and digestibility. To in- sure palatibility nothing but materials of highest grade — clean, fresh, and wholesome — are allowed in the mixtures.

Digestibility is assured by holding down the fibre content to 4 per cent and the protein element to 12 per cent.

Thus the delicate organs are not broken down trying to digest and assimilate

ORDER ONE POUND AND A HALF FOR EAOH OHIOK

GRANDIN’S POULTRY FEEDS

Be sure to get the Red Flag Brand of Feeds.

Look for the Red Flag on the Bag, the trade mark of Grandin's Quality Feeds. Best by all tests !

GRANDIN’S CHICK FEED — Nothing but the best grains used in this mixture for early and strong growth of the chickens.

GRANDIN’S GROWING FEED — Begin to use Grandin’s Growing Peed when chicks are two weeks old, and continue till full grown. Keep it before them all the time for best results.

GRANDIN’S SCRATCH FEED — Nothing offered the consumer excels Grandin’s Scratch Feed. The Best of everything in its mixture is used in the right proportion. Accept no other.

GRANDIN’S POULTRY MASH WITH BUTTERMILK— The best Mash made, containing but- termilk, sound grains, fish, meat scraps, etc. For egg production, keep the Mash before the hen all the time.

We’er Sometimes Called “The Hen House” — Our Poultry Department is so complete.

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■ ’ MANUFACTURED BY

<BPark^olIard& 46 Canal St

,K BOSTON , MASS.

POULTRY FEED SPECIALISTS

MARK

lAYmBUST FEEDS

FRENCHES POULTRY MUSTARD

Insures healthful and proper conditions at all times. This is not ordinary table mustard, but is prepared for poultry alone. Mix with dry meal, then add water.

Price 1%-lb. pkg. 40c. ; 3-lb. pkg. 75c. ; 5-lb, pkg. $1.25 ; 10-lb. pkg. $2.40 ; 25-lb. pail, $5.50.

SEMI-SOLID BUTTERMILK

. for

POULTRY, SWINE AND CALVES

100 Per Cent. Pure Unadulterated Buttermilk, with absolutely nothing added to it, and only the surplus water removed.

BUTTERMILK FOR POULTRY means healthier and stronger chicks, quicker growth, less mortality, cheaper growth, better pul- lets, stronger breeding stock, better hatches, more eggs.

BUTTERMILK FOR SWINE means better breeding stock, healthier and stronger pigs, cheaper growth, quicker growth, earlier market, more profit.

BUTTERMILK FOR CALVES means a saving of whole milk, cheaper growth, healthier calves, consequently better cows.

Special pamphlets and prices on request.

If you are just starting in the poultry game — don’t let your enthusiasm run away with your judgment. Begin in a small way and build with your profits. Let experience and knowledge keep pace with the growth of your plant.

We advise this because our prosperity depends on the continuous prosperity of our customers.

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DR. HESS

POULTRY AND STOCK ^ PREPARATIONS ^

Prescriptions by Dr. Hess, M. D., D. V. S.

Dr. Hess Poultry Pan-a-ce-a

Dr. Hess Instant Louse Killer

Makes poultry healthy ; makes hens lay; not a stimulant, but a tonic that tones up the dormant egg Organs, brings back the scratch and cackle and compels each hen to put her share of eggs in the market basket.

It also contains in- ternal antiseptics that counteract disease; insures a healthy, singing poultry flock. Costs but a trifle — a penny’s worth enough for thirty hens per day.

11/2 lbs. 25c.; 5 lbs. 75c.; 12 lbs. $1.50;

25 lb. pail $3.00

Dr. Hess Stock Tonic

Formula printed on every package

Every ingredient indorsed by the U. S. Dispensatory and other high medical authorities. It aids diges- tion, makes stock healthy, and ex- pels worms. Helps stock convert more ration into milk, flesh, blood and muscle. Every pound backed by the Dr. Hess & Clark unqualified guarantee.

2 lbs. 25c.; 5 lbs. 50c.; 12 lbs. $1.00 25 lb. pail $2.25; 100 lb. drum $8.00

Dr. Hess Worm Powder

For horses, sheep, cattle and hogs.

It is highly concentrated and is an effective vermifuge. Dr. Hess’ own prescription that proved effective in his practice.

PRICE, 11/2 lbs. 50c.

Kills lice on poultry, horses, cattle; sheep ticks; bugs on cucumber, squash and melon vines; cabbage worm, slugs on rose bushes, etc. Sold in sifting- top cans. Look for the word “In- stant” before buying.

PRICE, 1 lb. 25c., 21/2 lbs 50c.

Dr. Hess Dip and Disinfectant

Non-poisonous and non-irritating, and guaranteed to be absolutely uni- form in strength at all times. One gallon of Dip makes from 70 to 100 gallons effective solution. Spray it on roosts. Sprinkle it over the runs and in all cracks and crevices.

Spray it on cattle and horses.

Makes a splendid dip for hogs and sheep. It’s a sure parasite and dis- ease germ destroyer. Purifies stables, troughs, sinks, drains.

Pt. 50c., Qt. 75c., 2 Qts. $1.25, Gal. $2.00

Dr. Hess Healing Powder

The modern gall cure. Cures galls, cuts, wounds, ulcers, grease heel. An- tiseptic and soothing. Heals every- thing it touches by forming a coating, cleaning and closing up wounds.

Comes in sifting-top cans.

PRICE, 4 oz. 25c.; 10 oz. 50c.

Dr. Hess Heave Powder

A dependable preparation for re- lieving horses of heaves, chronic coughs, asthma, bronchitis, etc.; with careful diet, the frequent use of this valuable preparation will afford permanent relief in the ma- jority of cases.

PRICE, 11/2 lb. package 50c.

Dr. Hess Roup Remedy

For the treatment and prevention of Roup, Diphtheria and all catarrhal diseases of fowls. Price, 4 oz. 25c., 10 oz. 50c.

THE ABOVE PREPARATIONS SOLD ON A GUARANTEE OF YOUR MONEY BACK IF NOT SATISFIED. PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE POSTAGE

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BUCKEYE INCUBATORS

No. 2 (STANDARD)

The “Standard”

Hot Water Hatching Device

Eyery Buckeye “Standard” Incu- bator bears tbe Underwriters’ Label of Approval.

During the past 25 years over five hundred thousand Buckeye incubators have been sold.

Buckeye incubators are equipped with every desirable device that can possibly add to incubator efficiency and they are sold with an absolute guarantee to hatch a chick from every hatchable egg.

Buckeye incubators are so simple that the beginner can operate them just as successfully as the experienced poultryman — that’s why they are so uniformly satisfactory.

. . . PRICES . . .

No. 1, Standard, Capacity 120 Eggs, $37.50 No. 2, Standard, Capacity 175 Eggs, 44.50 No. 3, Standard, Capacity 250 Eggs, 57.75

No. 4, Standard, Capacity 350 Eggs, 68.00 No. 5, Standard, Capacity 600 Eggs, 107.00

BUCKEYE STYLE E

A Remarkable Incubator At a Remarkable Price

With All tbe Desirable Buckeye Features.

No. 14, Capacity 65 Eggs, $16.50

No. 16, Capacity 110 Eggs, 27.50

No. 17, Capacity 200 Eggs, 36.75

No. 14 (Style E)

Ask Us For Illustrated Catalo^e of Buckeye Incubators.

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Newtown Giant Colony Brooders

“BUILT FOR LONG- TIME SERVICE”

RAISE the Most Chicks, the Best Chicks,

You should have brooders which will raise good chicks and lots of them — ^which are not expensive to buy — which - do not demand costly buildings — which are economical of ~ labor and fuel — which will give continuously satisfactory service for many years.

■ The Newtown Coal-burning Colony Brooder meets these

specifications. It was the first successful brooder of the colony type offered to American poultrymen and thousands are now in use in every State of the Union and nine foreign countries.

: . The Newtown Colony Brooder is Coal-burning, Self -feed- ing, Self-regulating, freely ventilated, safe and durable. It will satisfy your most exacting demands. It is made in sizes to fit your building and for any number up to 1,200 chicks. Gret the size you need, but be sure it’s a genuine Newtown. There’s none “just as good.”

With Least Labor and Lowest Cost

THE NEWTOWN MOTHERING THE CHICKS

PRICES

Size of Brooder Based on Floor Space Used in Coldest Weather.

No. 6 for up to 12'0 sq. ft $22.50

No. 7 for up to 120 sq. ft 25.00

No. 11 for up to 240 sq. ft 32,50

No. 12 for up to 400 sq. ft 40.00

The Standard Colony Brooder

THE MOST REMARKABLE COAL BURNING BROODER EVER INVENTED

Makes three chicks grow where one grew before; cuts the cost of equipment to less than half ; cuts the cost of operation to less than half ; reduces the time and labor to less than a fourth; Guaranteed to raise more chicks and better chicks.

ABSOLUTE COMPORT FOR THE CHICKS. It is a well-established fact that every chick is not entirely comfortable in the same temperature— some require a little more heat, while others require less. Under the conditions provided by the Standard Colony Brooder, every chick can seek the precise temperature that suits it best. If it needs plenty of warmth it moves closer to the stove, and if it requires less heat it moves farther away from the stove. They follow the natural inclinations of nature.

IT IS ECONOMICAL, as it burns but three to six cents’ worth of coal in a day. In ordinary cool weather it cannot burn more than three cents’ worth of coal, and with the weather below freezing it cannot burn more than six cents ’ worth in a day.

Prices: No. 18, 500 Chicks, $21.50; No. 19, 1000 Chicks, $26.50; No. 25, 1200 Chicks $30.00

SEND TO US FOB SFECIAI. BBOODEB CATALOGS

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THE INTERNATIONAL SANITARY HOVER

This hover or brooder is known as ‘ ‘ The One Perfect Brooding Device.” For over ten years it has stood the big test of raising chicks successfully and today retains the points that have made it the most popular brooder as well as the most successful.

SPECIFICATIONS

The Sanitary Hover is made in only one size, 100 chicks. That is the sanitary size.

Diameter of the hover is 28 inches. Height of hover at center, 13% inches. Height of hover to top of draft- pipe, 34 inches.

Curtain is six inches oversize to allow for shrinkage. The hover itself weighs about 16 to 18 pounds. The shipping weight is about 25 to 30 pounds.

Lamp bowl holds one quart of oil.

Every hover is furnished complete with curtain, lamp, thermometer and operating directions. It is ready to use except to put oil in the lamp fount and adjust the lamp wick to secure the desired temperature.

It is the one self-contained, complete brooder.

‘‘The One Perfect Brooding Device^'

PRICE $13.50

THE LULLABY BROODER

Get away from the old idea that you should keep fifty chickens in a lot. You will make almost, if not quite, as much profit with twenty- five chickens raised in the “Lullaby” way as with fifty raised in the old- fashioned way.

They will make a great deal better use of food consumed, grow larger, hardier, and get to laying earlier, and once you plan your plant properly, you can care for just as many in lots of twenty-five as you did formerly with fifty together.

It is not a question of how many chicks you put together in the spring that tells the profit later. It is ^‘Hozv many did you raise out of every 100 hatched?”

Price, $2.50 ; by mail, Postpaid, $2.60

BUCKEYE PORTABLE BROODERS

The Oil Burning Brooders With all the

Desirable Features of the Mod- ern Coal Burner

Guaranteed to be absolutely free from all gases or odors and to provide a circulation of pure, fresh air every min- ute in the day.

The Outside Shell is made of 28- gauge galvanized steel ; the inside shell is 28-gauge black iron, with a one-inch dead air space between.

The Brooder Body is supported by three cast iron legs that are rigidly se- cured to the sides by a set nut, which makes them easily detachable.

BUILT IN THREE SIZES

No. 20, Capacity, 60 Chicks, Price $11.75

No. 21, Capacity, 100 Chicks, Price 15.50

No. 22, Capacity, 150 Chicks, Price 19.00

Write for Special Catalogue.

Folks — Do You Fealize Tliat the State of Maine is At Least 200,000 Birds Below Normal? Better Get Into

the Game!

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METAL EGG CRATES

For Parcel Post

This ‘‘Safety First’’ egg carrier will pay for itself in a few shipments by eliminating the loss in breakage so frequent when shipped in the shortlife paper cartons. It will prove itself to be a profitable investment.

DURABILITY

The life of these crates has not been determined. After two years’ usage, they are in good condition for continued service.

PARCEL

POST

EGG

BOXES

	Each	Per Doz.
1 Doz. Size,	$0.15	$1.25
2 Doz. Size,	.20	2.00
3 Doz. Size,	.25	2.50
4 Doz. Size,	.30	3.25
5 Doz. Size,	.35	3.75
6 Doz. Size,	.40	4.25

THE ANDERSON EGG BOX

PRICES

Dozen and a half size — all eggs $ .85

Two dozen size — all eggs 1.00

Three dozen size — ^all eggs 1.25

Four dozen size — all eggs 1.50

Six dozen size — all eggs 1.75

COMBINATION CRATES

tory. Butter, lard, and other soft melt or run in warmest weather.

Any size Com- bination Crate de- sired can be sup- plied to carry eggs with Metal Con- tainers to hold butter, lard, sau- sage, honey, cut-up chicken, country sliced ham, etc. Any of these Com- bination Crates will be found sur- prisingly satisfac- products will not

PRICES WITH CONTAINERS

No. 1. — 7 lbs. and 2 doz. eggs $1.75

No. 2. — 3% lbs. and 1 doz. eggs 1.50

No. 3. — 3^ lbs. and 2 doz. eggs 1.65

No. 4. — 3% lbs. and 3 doz. eggs 1.85

No. 4%. — 1 lb. and 1 doz. eggs 1.35

No. 5. — 14 lbs. (2 7-lb. containers) 2.50

No. 6. — 7 lbs. (2 3%, -lb. containers) 2.00

No. 7. — i0% lbs. (3 3%-lb. containers) 2,50

No. 8. — 20 lbs. (2 10-lb. containers) 3.75

Humpty Dumpty Folding Egg Crate

A very light, strong and con- venient egg crate and carrier.

Size	Each	Per Doz.
3 Doz.	$0.30	$3.25
6 Doz.	.35	3.75
9 Doz.	.40	4.25
12 Doz.	.45	4.50

Made of corrugated paper with double faced cor- rugated paper partitions protecting each individual egg. Folded flat for Shipment.

Each Doz. Each Doz.

1 Setting $0.30 $3.25 50 Egg Size $0.60 $6.50

2 Setting .40 4.75

“STERLING” PAPER EGG BOXES

These boxes are in- tended for use in de- livering eggs to pri- vate families. They are of a very con- venient size, are ship- ped knock-down and can be readily set up. Net Price

Per Doz. $0.30

“ 25 .50

“ 100 1.75

“A.S.&L. PAPER EGG BOXES”

The old fashioned, nearly square, paper egg box. Stamp your name on the cover and guarantee the contents. It pays.

Prices :

Per Doz. $0.18

“ 25 .30

“ 100 1.00

Clean, properly graded, well packed eggs command not only higher prices but a surer market. We have egg boxes for every need.

PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE PARCEL POST CHARGES

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SEFTON LIVE CHICK BOX

Made from best grade of corrugated paper. For sMp- ment it is folded flat, but can be easily set up and made ready for use.

Each Doz.

25 Chicks. Size 13 x 7x5 $0.20 $2.00

50 Chicks. Size 14 x 13 x 5 .25 2.75

100 Chicks. Size 26 x 14 x 5 .35 3.50

Parcel Post Extra.

PINE TREE POULTRY SHIPPING CRATE

Made of Green Elm, then thoroughly dried. The round corners prevent injury and loss by crowding, so frequent in square cornered crates. Dimensions 24in. x 36in. x 12in. Price, $2.50

EYRIE SHIPPING COOP

A Strong, Light Weight Coop for Shipping Fancy Fowls

The body is made from extra heavy Corrugated Fibre Board, protecting the fowls from draughts, heat and cold. The top and bottom are strong- ly constructed of wood. They are folder flat for ship- ment greatly re- ducing freight and charges.

No.	A	Size 12x16x18	Each inches $0.70	Doz. $6.75
1 1	B	‘‘ 12x18x22		.75	7.75
( (	C	' ' 12x22x22	C i	.85	9.00
( (	D	20x22x22	C (	.90	10.25
1 (	E	20x24x22	i c	1.10	11.75
		Parcel Post Extra.

EGGS FOR HATCHING

At short notice we can furnish Eggs from reliable breeders.

ASK FOR QUOTATIONS

START OATS SPROUTING

The feeding of sprouted oats is no longer an experi- ment. By feeding sprouted oats through the winter, egg production can be kept up to a much larger degree than otherwise.

Economy Oat Sprouter

This Sprouter employs the nat- ural process for sprouting. No heat necessary.

The Tray contains five Sprout- ing Pans and one Drip Pan 16x17 inches.

Made of galvanized iron — will not rust.

Price, $7.00

THE COLLINS SPROUTER

Price, $7.00

A practical quick growing, perpetual, sectional, fireless Oat Sprouter. Nests in corrugated boxes 4 inches high.

5 Pans 11x15, $3.00, Weight 9 lbs. 8 Pans 11x15, $4.00, Weight 14 lbs.

A Testimonial

Dear Sir: Your Oat Sprout- er is fine. I can sprout oats in four to five days. Last winter we had from 25 to 45 eggs per day from 54 pullets.

J. A. GOODFELLOW.

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United States Poultry Fence

The United States Poultry Fence is galvanized after weav- ing and will not rust as Fencing galvanized before weaving.

The United States Poultry Fence has proven the best by test. It has long since established its superiority over other makes, and is in a class by itself. It is built to withstand use and abuse and is guaranteed to give satisfaction.

The United States Poultry Fence is strictly a “No-Sagf* poultry fence, as the combination of line and mesh wires, closely woven, prevents any lengthening or narrowing be- tween posts. In erecting United States Poultry Fence the line wires permit of being stretched to a high tension, which compels the fence to remain rigid and upright. These fea- tures place it a long stride beyond the Hex Mesh, Netting, which never fails to narrow and lengthen if you attempt to stretch it to a tension required to prevent sagging.

No. 19. Wire Poultry Fence, 2-inch Mesh

12 in. high, per roll $2.48 48 in. high, per roll $8.25 24 ‘‘ “ 4.50 60 10.30

36 ‘‘ 6.20 72 “ “ 12.35

No. 19. Wire Chicken Fence, 1-inch Mesh 12 in. high, per roll $4.95 24 in. high, per roll $9.00

18 7.10 36 “ “ 12.35

SPECIAL AGENTS FOR PORTLAND

Carbola is a combined disinfectant and paint, or whitewash, that has gained the unqualified endorsement of thousands of poultrymen and farmers.

Carbola comes in powder form packed in con venient sized packages and is ready to use just as soon as it is mixed with cold or hot water.

Trial package (1 lb.) 30c. Delivered by Parcel Post 35c. (Paints and disinfects 250 square feet.) 10 lbs. (10 gals.) $1.25, 50 lbs, (50 gals.) $5.00. All F. 0. B. Portland.

IMPROVED “RED CHIEF”

HAND CORN SHELTER

Has patent oval teeth, shelling the corn without cracking the grains.

Shells clean taking off less chaff than any other shelter. Throws the cobs outside every time. Clamps on barrel or tub as well as on box.

Price, $3.00

KillTonr Rats, Mice, Gophers and Ground Squirrels They simply dry up.

Rat Corn is harmless to human beings and live stock.

One pair of rats will produce 900,000,000 rats in five years.

The United States Gov- ernment states in food alone, rats, mice, gophers, etc., de- stroy $200,000,000 every year.

Small Can, 25c. Medium Can, 50e. Large Can, $1.00. Price Includes Postage

WATERPROOF SHEETING

Use waterproof sheeting in the windows of your hen house in place of glass. Then there will al- ways be a circulation of pure, dry air and no steam, as caused by glass. You will notice that the Experiment Stations use it. 25c. per yard.

NEST EGGS

Lime (medicated), each 4c., doz. 35c. Add 8c. per doz. if wanted sent by mail.

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Sexton’s Dry Feed Hopper

Easy to Fill. No Waste. Rat Proof. Dust-Proof

This Hopper is ar- ranged to hang on the wall the desired distance from the floor, and never need be removed from the wall to be refllled. It is impossible to waste any feed, as the pan^ at the bottom takes any feed that may be picked out and the last crumb can be used, therefore saving any waste. The body being covered keeps feed dust-proof and clean, and is always dry. Cover may be closed at night, making it rat- OPEN ^ proof.

Body made of galvanized iron and the grating is of round galvanized wire, preventing the Poultry from cutting their bills. Price, $1.75.

'Overall” Feeders

These feeders are made of heavy stoneware, are very strong and durable, easily cleaned and never clog, inexpensive, always accessible and at the same time the birds cannot waste the feed.

6 quart size, 95c, each. 8 quarts size, $1.10 each.

The Portland Self-Feeding Hopper

Made of Galvanized Iron, with portable partitions, so that they may be made into one, two, or three compart- ments as desired. Will not Clog.

No. 1 $1.00 each

No. 2 1.10 each

Mailing weights 3 and 4 lbs.

The Apaco Poultry Feeder

The machine is complete with the all-important adjustable valve for regulating the discharge from the hopper, and may be relied upon as a thorouglily dependable and practicable machine.

One size only 12 quarts capacity. Price $1.50. Parcel Post, weight 5 lbs.

Carter’s Green Food Feeder

Made of strong, soft twine.

Hang in the hen house or yard for poultry feeding. Capacity, one- half bushel of cabbage, beets, clover, etc.

PRICE 35c

By mail, prepaid

Junior Chick Feeder

FEEDS DRY MASH OR HARD GRAIN

FEEDS SOUR MILK OR WATER

Price, 25c. each. By Parcel Post, 30c.

CUT OUT THE RUSTY TIN CANS— The days of old Rusty tin can Feeders is over in the poultry house of the prosperous poultry man. The fountains and feeders you And listed here are not just ‘‘new- fangled ideas,’’ but are common sense helps that will increase egg production. Note how reasonably they’re priced. Send us an order for a fountain or a feeder. You’ll not regret it!

Prices do not include delivery charges unless so stated.

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THE DUPLEX FOUNTAIN

The latest and most practical sanitary fountain on the market. This is a double fount, keeps the water clean and pure. Easy to fill. Easy to care for. 4-qts., $1.15, Parcel Post, weight 3 lbs. ; 8-qts., $1.35, Parcel Post, weight 4 lbs.

IDEAL SANITARY POULTRY DRINKING FOUNTAIN

Keeps water cool in Summer and warm in Winter

The simplest, handiest and most practical fountain made. Keeps water the right temperature all the year. Has no lamps to trim and valves to get out of order. Saves time, labor, and worry and costs nothing to run.

The fountain is made of gal- vanized iron, and is similar in construction to the fireless cooker, being packed with a non-con- ducting material to retain the temperature of the water.

	Size	Price
2	Gallon,	$4.25
3	Gallon,	4.75
5	Gallon,	5.50

The Peerless Brooder Fountain

It is the ideal fountain for small chickens. Easy to fill and easy to clean.

Price, 35c.

. Mailing weight, 2 lbs.

Stoneware Fountains

They keep the water cool, and it is impossible for chickens to get drowned. 1 qt., 50c; 2 qts., 60c; 4 qts., 75c.

Norwich Automatic Air-Lock Fountain

The most perfect device ever placed on the market for auto- matically supplying pure, fresh water in the poultry house. It is a physical and abso- lute impossibility to contaminate or pollute the water supply, and requires cleaning about once in three months, only.

Guaranteed frost- proof to ten degrees below zero.

Made in one size only, 5 gallons capac- ity.

Complete with Burn- er Base $6.00.

Without Burner Base, $3.50.

Mailing weight, 17 lbs.

NESCO SANITARY FOUNTAIN

Galvanized Pan and Cone-Shaped Top. Easily Cleaned. 1 qt. 50c.

The American Feeder and Fountain

BEST FOR BABY CHICKS

3 Pans 7Sc

POST PAID

Fit any Mason Jar — Easy to clean

4 Pans $ 1

The small openings prevent dirt from getting into the pan — prevent the chicks from getting into the feed or water and prevent them from crowding too close around the feeder.

CUPS FOE POUIiTEY COOPS

These cups are made to hang inside of exhibition coops or cages and can be used for birds or small pet animals.

No. 1 holds % pint $0.20

No. 2 holds 1 pint ‘ .25

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SPIR-OL

LEO SANDS

RED

WHITE

BLUE

GREEN

BLACK

PINK

RUBY

YELLOW

A5/AT/C

Made of Celluloid

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PETTEY’S POULTRY PUNCH

The best small chickmaj’ker, and convenient to car- ry in the pocket. Postpaid 25c.

MOE’S IDEAL POULTRY PUNCH

A New Improved Punch. Works easily, cuts clean, and does not pinch the foot. Length 3% in. Nickel plated. Each 50c.

Sent by parcel post, prepaid.

Identify birds as far as you can distinguish colors. Indestructible and can be slipped on and off like a key ring. Sample free. Poultry sizes: 12 for 15c., 25 for 30c., 50 for 50c., 100 for 75c., postpaid. Baby Chick Bands: 25 for 25c., 50 for 45c., 100 for 70c., Postpaid.

FAVORITE LEG BANDS

(Double Clinch)

WATER GLASS

Put your eggs down in the spring and summer, when they are cheap, and keep them fresh for ten months. One gallon makes sufficient solution for 50 dozen. Do not trust eggs to water glass of inferior strength. Rutland water glass is pure and strong and safely protects the eggs.

Prices: I pint, 25c., 1 quart, 40c., gallon, 90c.

This is a popular aluminum leg band with RAISED FIGURES, and can be supplied in consecutive numbers as desired. It is easily attached, and, when in place, cannot be lost off in continuous wear.

Prices: Prepaid by mail, 12 for 15c., 25 for 25c., 50 for 45c., 100 for 75c.

THE VICTOR LEG BANDS

In Colors with numbers

Made in celluloid and aluminum. Adjustable. Entirely new and different from all others. Large printed numbers, bright and clear colors. Red, blue, yellow and green. Prices: Prepaid by mail: 12 for 50c., 25 for $1.00, 50 for $2.00, 100 for $3.75.

Sulphur Candles

They are excellent for ridding poultry houses, dog kennels, cellars, outhouses, etc., of most insect pests and disease germs. The vapor from them penetrates crev- ices which cannot be reached by powders or liquids.

Price 15c. each; postpaid, 15c.

Wire Hen’s Nest

Supported on Walls by hooking over two nails.

Each, 25c., Per doz. $2.25

CAPITAL LEG BANDS

Made of Aluminum

It is instantly adjustable to the size of the leg. It locks with a double clamp, fits the leg perfectly, and once on, stays on, until you remove it. The Figures are Raised or Embossed and are always clear and distinct. Supplied in consecutive numbers to suit purchaser.

Prices: Prepaid by mail, 12 for 15c., 25 for 25c., 50 for 45c., 100 for 75c.

COLLINS EGG TESTER

For incubator use or for candling your eggs. To Pit Standard No. 2 Oil Burner. Price, 25c.

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POULTRY KILLING KNIVES

Every poultry raiser should have a killing knife. Scientific butchering means less work and a better market. Keep the axe to cut wood and learn the most up-to-date killing method from your County Agent.

The Philadelphia Caponizing Set

Complete, with in- structions.

Price $3.00, postpaid

Universal Poultry Killing Knife

INCUBATOR AND BROODER THERMOMETERS

Made of finely tempered steel. Price 50c. each postpaid.

RUSSELL POULTRY KILLING KNIFE

5% inches long, blade 2% inches. A most practical knife for poultry dressers.

Price, 75c, each postpaid.

RUSSELL PINNERS’ KNIFE

For Poultry ‘‘Tipping.”

7% inches long, blade 3 inches. Scientifically designed, proportioned just right.

Price, 50c. each postpaid.

BANNER ROOT CUTTER

No. 7, Exclusively for Poultry.

It cuts fast and is easy running. Leaves the feed in fine, brit- tle, ribbon-like strips that make choking impossible. Fowls large or small can safely eat the feed. The knives are ad- justable and made of the very best of steel. An iron gate in bot- tom of hopper lets dirt and gravel escape before reaching the knives. In this cutter we offer the poultry- men a low-priced high-grade, nicely finished and mechani- cally constructed ma- chine. Two to five minutes will cut enough feed for a large flock of fowls. Price, $6.50.

No. 1052

No. 1046	No. 1117 For International Hover
Prices	Each
No. 1052	$0.75 Postpaid
No. 1046	.75
No. 1117	.75 “
International Hover	.75 “

If you do not find what you want listed in our catalogue tell us about it. We will be only too glad to endeavor to get it for you.

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The “LAWN PARK” Brood Coop.

NON-PARKING BROOD COOP

It is made entirely of galvanized materials, will not rust, and absolutely protects chicks against rats, cats, dogs, hawks, vermin, cold, storms, etc. The metai actually repels lice — that’s important. The main part of the coop is made from heavy galvanized steel, while the park is made from strong galvanized wire screen. Price, each $4.25.

LITTLE PUTNAM STOVE

A little Putman Stove is nine inches in diameter and four inches high. The oil tank holds three pints of oil and burns three to four weeks without refilling or any other attention. The wick never needs trimming. The stove with any kind of fair usage will last a life-time.

LITTLE PUTNAM STOVE Price $2.00 Each Postpaid.

The ‘‘Non-Parking” Coop is the most roomy coop made without a park. Size 18 inches wide, 19 inches high and 25 inches long. It is equipped with Overhead Damper Ventilation System, which provides fresh air at all times without chilling the chicks. The height of the coop insures plenty of fresh air overhead, which prevents smothering, so common in the small cheap coops. The “jiffy” removable bottom takes the drudgery out of cleaning, making it simple, quick and easy.

Price, each. $2.75.

PUTNAM BROODER HEATER

Pat’d June 13, 1916 — Dec. 11, 1917

This fire-safe Putman Brooder Heater is the heart of the Putman Home-Made Brooder. It requires tending only once a week and can be relied upon to deliver a regular supply of heat.

Price, $4.75 each postpaid.

jfERUNGWORTi,

CHARCOAL

_ PREPARED BY

Allen, Sterling & Lothrop

PORTLAND, ME.

STERLINGWORTH POULTRY CHARCOAL

Charcoal aids digestion, promotes health, and is generally corrective of many poultry ills. No poultry raiser can alford to be without it.

XX (Fine Granulated) for Chicks and Chick Food Mixtures.

XXX (Medium Granulated) for Half-Grown Fovds, Pigeons, etc.

XXXX (Coarse Granulated) for Grown Fowls, Geese, Turkeys, etc.

Price : 50-lb. paper lined burlap sacks $2.50 each.

MISCELLANEOUS POULTRY SUPPLIES

Oyster Shells. Bone Meal.

Poultry Grit (Coarse.) Poultry Bone.

Chicken Grit (Fine) Meat Scraps.

Hemp.

Millet.

■Sunflower Seed.

Tobacco Dust (in bulk.)

Powdered Tobacco (in packages.)

WRITE FOR PRICES

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THE “FACILE” IMPROVED BABCOCK MILK TESTER

The ‘‘ F A CILE Hand Tester is very compact, and is the most favored apparatus, in small compass, for testing milk. Price includes a full set of glass ware, comprising test bottles, pipette, acid measure; also bottle brush and bottle of test acid,

2-Bottle Machine 4-Bottle Machine j . |6-Bottle Machine 8-Bottle Machine

$7.00

8.00

17.00

18.00

CHAMPION

MILK COOLER AND AERATOR

Milk cooled as soon as milked makes more and better butter and cheese. Not only cools the milk, but completely aerates it, removing all offen- sive flavors.

Capacity of Milk Receiver Size of Dairy Takes Care of Price No. 2 18 Quarts 10 to 25 Cows 3 Milkers $10.50 No. 3 34 Quarts 25 to 50 Cows 5 Milkers 12.50

CYLINDER CHURNS

No. 1	3 Gallon Capacity,	$3.50
No. 2	4 Gallon Capacity,	4.25
No. 3	7 Gallon Capacity,	5.00
No. 4	10 Gallon Capacity,	5.75

FOLDING PARAFFINED BUTTER BOXES

1 Pound Size (2 Pieces), Price, $1.25 per 100.

THE LIGHTNING BUTTER MACHINE

Makes two pounds of milk-charged butter from one pound of butter and a pint of milk.

It is unsurpassed as a general house- hold article for making salad dressing, whipping cream, mixing light batters, and other uses which will become ap- parent to every housewife.

Made in Four Sizes. Price, each,

1 qt. $1.75; 2 qt. $2.25; 3 qt. $2.75;

4 qt. $3.00.

BUTTER COLOR

Dandelion Brand helps you to get top prices.

Purely Vegetable.

Always gives satisfaction.

Small size, 4 oz., 25c.

Medium size, 10 oz., 50c.

Large size, 24 oz., $1.00.

PARCHMENT BUTTER PAPER

SEND US YOUR MAIL ORDERS

For wrapping and covering butter, for layers and caps on top of tubs, jars, tumblers, etc.

Price, 30c. per lb.

By parcel post, prepaid 35c. per lb.

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THE KINERSON COMBINATION BUTTER PRINTS

These Butter Prints are largely used and give perfect satisfaction; practical, simple and durable.

Prints engraved to order with simple design, initial or monogram, without extra charge.

For special design a small advance on the list will be charged.

A paddle and two cutters are furnished with each print.

Na. 6 Print

No. of Print	No. of Cakes	Capacity of Capacity of Each Moulds in lbs. Cake in ounces	Dimensions of Moulds in inches	Dimensions of Each Cake	Price
2	4	2	8	11 x3%	33/4x33/4	$6.50
3	4	2	8	13 x3	3 x3	6.50
4	4	1	4	41/2x5	3y4x3y2	5.75
5	4	1	4	10 x2y2	31/2x31/2	6.50
6	8	2	4	10 x4%	3l^x3y2	7.50
10	24	11/2	1	10 x4	114x11/3	9.25
12	8	4	8	11 x5 ■	38/4x31/2	8.80

BLANCHARD BUTTER MOULDS

1/2 Pound, 2— % lb. Prints, Parcel Post, weight, 1 lb. $0.75

1 Pound, 4— lb. Prints, Parcel Post, weight, 2 lbs. .85

2 Pound, 8— % lb. Prints, Parcel Post, weight, 2 lbs. 1.25

Initial Engraved, 25 cents extra for each cake

MILK OR CREAM BOTTLES

Half-pint, per dozen

Half -pint, per dozen, $0.85

Pint ‘ ^ ^ ^ .95

Quart ' ' ‘ ' 1.15

Special prices in gross lots.

MILK BOTTLE CAPS

PLAIN OR PRINTED

1,000 in a package or 5,000 in a package Write for special barrel prices

DAIRY

THERMOMETERS

No. 374 No. 947

Send to us for

Each

Butter Ladles, $0.25

Butter Spades, .15

Milk Pipettes, .40

Acid Measures, .25

Test Bottles, .40

(MUk or Cream)

SMALLS CALF FEEDER

Price $4.00 Extra Nipples, 40c.

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DAIRY BRUSHES

No. 47

No. 86. Hand Bottle Brush. Paint Stump Bristle, brush part 2% inches diameter, handle t% inch diameter, 9 inches long 60c. each.

No. 67. Hand Bottle Brush. Extra Stiff Grey Hair, brush part 3 inches diameter, handle I inch

diameter, 10 inches long 45c. each.

No. 33. Sharpies Bowl Brush. Palmetto Fibre, brush part 2 inches diameter, 3 inches long,

length over all 18 inches 40e. each.

No. 89. Hand Can Brush. Grey Tampico, brush part 5 inches diameter, 5 inches long, length of handle 24 inches, length over all 29 inches. .. .$1.10 each.

No. 47. Bowl Brush. Black Tampico„ brush part 3 1/4 inches diameter, 5% inches long, length over all 131 inches 80c. each.

No. 416

No. 61. Hand Bottle Brush. Black China Bristle, brush part 3^4. inches wide, 2i/4 inches thick, handle 10 inches long. 35c. each.

No. 138. Machine Bottle Brush. Paint Stump Bristle brush part 3 inches diameter, handle 5 inches long, tapered to inch diameter at end.... 75c. each.

No. 6. Sharpies Feed Tube Brush. Grey Eussia Bristle, brush part I inch diameter, 2 inches long lOc. each.

No. 106. Separator Feed Tube Brush. Black China Bristle, brush part % inch diameter, 2 inches long, length over all 6^4 inches 40c. each.

No. 416. Can Brush. Stiff Palmetto Fibre, brush part 5 inches wide, 4 inches long, length over all 10 inches 75c. each.

MILK BOTTLE CARRIERS

4 Bottle (Quarts) round wire

0 << << a i(

flat wire

$1.00

1.25

1.50

1.50

2.00

6

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Dairy and Water Pail

10 Quart, Price, $0.90 12 Quart, Price, $1.00

Seamless

Price, $5.00 Atlantic Strainer Dairy Pail

12 Quart, Price, $1.75; 14 Quart, Price, $1.85

THE HORNE VERTICAL CAN STRAINER

Is warranted to filter milk free from the slightest trace of sedi- ment as fast as poured.

Made of heavy char- coal tin, all inside joints thoroughly soldered and no angles for accumula- tion of filth.

Price of strainer com- plete, $3.00.

Price of filtering flan- nels, each, 25c.

Milk and Cream Scale

The cut represents a special scale designed for weighing milk in the pail, so as to determine the yield of each cow.

Price, $7.25

60 Pounds Capacity,

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Dairy Supplies

North Star Wool Fat

{Antiseptic Compound)

This natural skin-fat quickly heals scratched or chapped teats and relieves feverish or caked udders. Dairymen find that cows require less time to milk and “give down’’ more freely when their udders and teats are kept smooth, healthy and pliable by the frequent application of North Star Wool Fat.

Horse owners can prevent loss of valuable time during the busy season by the judicious use of North Star Wool Fat. It relieves:

SORE SHOULDERS CORNS

WIRE CUTS HARD AND CONTRACTED FEET

COLLAR GALLS CRACKS

Applied to calves, pigs and lambs after altering, it protects and heals. Price: 18 oz. can $1.00 8 oz can 50c.

SKIN DISEASES THRUSH GREASE HEELS

BAG BALM

For bunches, cuts, caked bag, sore teats, chapping, and inflamma- tion.

Price, 65c. per can 71c. postpaid

THE PILLING MILK FEVER OUTFIT For Air Treatment

This treatment recom- mended by the Bureau of Animal Industry, United States Government, Depart- ment of Agriculture.

Price $3.50 postpaid.

GRANGE GARGET CURE

Cures garget without in any way injuring the cow or lessen- ing the flow of milk.

Price, 65c. per can 71c. postpaid

^ GRANCE_^

Garget

cure

4i»ocid)ion t/ndon**'

KOW-KARE

(Old name “Kow-Kure”) For Cows Only

It cures scours, removes bunches from the bag, pre- vents cows from losing their calves, gets barren cows with calf, and makes a strong ap- petite and perfect digestion that produces a larger flow of richer milk.

Price, 60c. and $1.20 By parcel post 66c. and $1.28

MILKING TUBES

For Sore and Obstructed Teats and Hard Milking Cows

Price Postpaid, 25c.

USE GERM-X IN YOUR DAIRY

Germ-X is a non-poisonous dis- infectant. It will sterilize milk cans, bottles, separators, etc. It is more efficient than live steam applied for the same length of time. It loosens slime — saves from one-half to three-fourths the time required for cleaning dairy utensils. Price per gallon, $2.50. Five gallons, $10.00.

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SHARPLES PRICES ARE THOSE OF 1908-1913

The Sharpies Company has again taken the lead among all cream separator manufacturers and the prices on Sharpies machines today are exactly the same as those during the years 1908 and 1913. It seems almost too good to be true but it is again possible to buy a Sharpies Suction-feed Separator at the old pre-war price.

This reduction is only made possible through the great production of the Sharpies factories, the largest in America, and the recognition by dairymen of every part of the world of the Sharpies machine as the stand- ard separator for all dairymen.

The Sharpies Suction-feed Separators are today re- placing thousands of the old style disc separators on farms ; and, if you are not already acquainted with the Sharpies Suction-feed Separator, let us send you a book- let explaining the many fpatures of this modern ma- chine found on no others.

The Sharpies Suction-Feed is the Only Separator That Skims Clean at Any Speed

THE NEW

SHARPLES

TUBULAR

CREAM SEPARATOR

HUDSON WATER BOWL

(Q,uick Detachable- — Automatic)

Chester Milking Stool

The Chester All Metal Milking Stool is sani- tary. The legs and top are steel. The casting that holds the legs is malleable iron, consequently it is practically indestructible. Your stable is in- complete without them.

Price, each $2.00

THE HUDSON Ct-D WATER BOWU IS THE BEST

The Hudson Q-E> Bowl is the easiest to install and can be attached to either wood or steel stalls. It can be easily detached to be cleaned and scoured if necessary, and replaced as clean as when first in- stalled. The detachable feature is the only way to keep the bowl clean and sanitary without trouble.

It is easy to operate, the slightest pressure of the cow’s nose opens the valve and allows the water to flow as fast as she drinks. As soon as she raises her nose the water stops instantly. No eiiance to overflow.

The pressure plate is arranged so it can be easily removed to prevent the animal drinking.

It can be seen from the illustration that this bowl may be supplied from either top or bottom. This is important because of the varying conditions in barns.

Price, $.3.20 each.

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For Dairies, Creameries, Etc.

For cleaning vats, pasteurizers, strainers, cans, pipes, separators, and other articles in your plant that have become gummy or tainted with stale odors by the use of soap, soap powder, or some similar washing compound, there is nothing that accomplishes this task so easily, and at such little expense as Wyandotte Dairyman’s Cleaner and Cleanser. A daily washing of the dairy or fac- tory equipment will keep everything sweet and clean !

As you may already know, Wyandotte Dairy- man’s Cleaner and Cleanser is used by four out of every five butter and cheesemakers and by thousands of milk producers. It is the only cleaner recommended by State Dairy College Au- thorities. We know you will not be without it once you give it a thorough trial, and know what it does, and how little it costs to use.

Barrels (bulk) 280 lbs. Kegs “ ^ 80 “ Barrels (50-5 lb. sacks) 5 lb. sack

PRICES ON APPLICATION

'a/tefottWj

S&ni-t&ry

Hotels and Restaurants

Wyandotte Sanitary Cleaner and Cleanser when used for dish washing not only makes the dishes cleaner and brighter than is possible where soap is used, but it also makes the work easier. The same is true in the home.

Drain pipes, sinks, refrigerators, etc., are al- ways kept free and open when Wyandotte Sani- tary Cleaner and Cleanser is used.

As a deodorizer and cleaner of everything about the hotel or home it is unsurpassed. We guaran- tee every claim and you assume no risks or fear of disappointment when you use Wyandotte San- itary Cleaner and Cleanser.

Prices on Application

Detergent

can be used to advantage in cases where a

combined abrasive and cleaner are needed

Wyandotte Detergent is quite different in its nature from the “Wyandotte” Dairy or Sanitary Cleaner. It contains a fine, flaky grit which makes it an abrasive and scourer. It also has the freshening and sweetening properties of the other “Wyandotte” products.

For cleaning marble, tile, painted walls, and other similar surfaces, Wyandotte Detergent is unsurpassed. It scours clean, but does not scratch, mar or dull.

Rusty ice cream cans are easily scoured clean with Wyandotte Detergent, and although Wyan- dotte Detergent is not a metal polisher, for clean- ing corroded iron and brass pipes, railings, dirty sinks, urinals, cuspidors and the like it has no equal.

Barrels (bulk)

Kegs

5 lb. sacks

Wyandotte

280 lbs. 80 “

Barrels (bulk) 250 lbs.

“ (50-5 lb. sacks)

Kegs (75 lbs.)

5 lb. sacks

PRICES ON APPLICATION

A page of good news for Milkmen, Dairymen and Janitors

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HOCKING VALLEY CIDER MILLS

The device for grinding the fruit is the same as is used on the large hydraulic presses, and makes a pomace that yieldg under the press every particle of juice in the fruit.

An important feature of the mills is the absence of metal of any kind to rust or impair the quality of the cider.

A quart of water will clean it after using.

They are made in the three following sizes :

Senior Size of Tubs, I3I/2 in. high, I5I/2 diam.

Medium ‘‘ ‘‘ '' 12 in. high, 12% diam.

Junior ‘‘ ‘‘ '' 10% in. high, 10 diam.

Write For Prices.

Here is a REAL LABOR SAVER for every Farmer and Gardener

MASTERS RAPID PLANT SETTER

for transplanting tomatoes, cabbage, strawberries, cauliflower, peppers, asters, and all similar plants.

Each plant is SET, WATERED, and COVERED in one operation. This little machine positively eliminates all of the hard, tedious labor, does perfect work. Is more than three times as fast as hand setting. It is strongly built, and will last for years. Shipping weight 7 lbs., price $6.25 each.

		Gaboon Seed Sower
PI		For Sowing Wheat, Barley, Oats, Buckwheat,
		Grass Seed, etc. .
	The Eclipse Rotary
	Corn Planter
	Eclipses all others; has	TWO
1	positive feed.
	Four changes of discs.	^ 1 j[|M I hI
1	Eclipse is the easiest oper-
	ating planter on the mar- ket. Price, $2.50	SEAMLESS^^"^ DlSChAi^GER
		Sows from four to eight acres per hour at a
/		common walking gait, throwing out wheat a
		distance of 40 feet wide.
		Parcel post, weight 9 lbs. Price $5.00.

PRICES QUOTED IN CATALOGUE ARB SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

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LOUDEN LABOR SAVING BARN EQUIPMENT

BEST FOR THE FARMEP^BEST FOR THE HERD

The Louden Steel Stall gives the cow the ■«me comfort and freedom of movement she would have in the field.

For fifty years Louden Hay Tools have been the world’s standard for strength, simplicity and efficiency.

Your time is too valuable to be spent push- ing a wheelbarrow. A Louden Overhead Litter Carrier solves the problem.

We Can Fit Up Your Barn Complete With Louden Modern Sanitary Barn Equipment

Louden equipment makes possible a clean, sanitary barn with a minumum of expense for upkeep.

When cows are transferred from dark insanitary shelters to light, well ventilated, well equipped barns of the Louden type the milk flow invariably increases from 10 to 25 per cent, and the labor of caring for the herd is reduced by one-third or one-half.

The cost of installing Louden equipment is surpris- ingly small, and it is just as great an economy for the man with half a dozen head of cows as for the man who has to care for hundreds of animals. The percentage of labor saved is the same, and in either case it is 100 per cent profitable.

We are prepared to quote you attractive price on everything for your barn. The items illustrated are only a few products of the largest and most complete line of barn equipment made. Some of these products we carry in stock; others we can secure for you promptly.

Going to Build or Remodel a Bam?

If so we shall be glad to secure for you, free of cost to yourself, a copy of Louden ’s $1.00 book of barn plans. It 's the most valuable collection of practical plans and dollar-saving building information ever published. Contains more than 50 plans, with complete description and estimated cost of construction.

It is yours for the asking.

Soe us or write us in regard to your barn prob- lems. We shall be glad to assist you, and to quote you lowest prices on your com- plete equipment.

The Louden Tubu lar Steel Stanchion is the strongest, most comfortable cow tie made.

THE LOUDEN LINE INCLUDES

Everything for the barn.

Hay Tools Stalls and Stan- chions Steel Pens

Louden Detachable Water Bowls save time and labor. The cows water them- selves.

Litter Carriers Feed Carriers Feed Trucks Door Hangers Cupolas anl Ven- tilators Water Bowls

The time and feed you waste in a year would pay for a Louden Feed Truck.

If in doubt let us show you bams we have Loudenized.

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The “Planet Jr.” Catalogue is the best and most instructive book ever issued on a similar subject. Full of little points that bring profit. Full of true and handsome illustrations. We mail it free to any address on application.

No. 25 Planet Jr. Combined Hill and Drill Seeder, Double Wheel Hoe, Cultivator and Plow

No. 4 Planet Jr. Combined Hill and Drill Seeder, Wheel Hoe, Cultivator and Plow

Price, Complete, S19.50 Weight, 50 lbs.

As a Seeder only, $15.50 Holds 21/2 Quarts of Seed

Price, $23,00

For use as a cultivator, the drill parts are removed and the tool frame substituted by changing but one bolt; it is then a perfect single wheel hoe, with a variety of tools.

A splendid combination for the family garden, onion grower, or large gardener. It is a perfect seeder, and combined double and single wheel hoe.

No. 3 Planet Jr. Hill and Drill Seeder

Price, $18.50

continuous row, at uniform depth, quicker than by hand and infinitely better. Holds one pint. Can be used for planting even a small packet of seed. Has a handle-bracket and can be used independently of the wheel hoe. Handle extra 50 cents.

Everyone having a small kitchen garden should have this handy seeder.

No. 12 Planet Jr. Double and Single Wheel Hoe

A single and double wheel hoe in one. Straddles crops till 20 inches