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FIG. 23. Leaf of Cornice. 



FIG. 24. Cornice. 



Cook (A. J.). 



New variety. Shortly after coming to California in June, 1913, the 

 writer's attention was called to a graft from a chance seedling pear tree 

 growing in the orchard of County Horticultural Commissioner J. E. 

 Hassler of Placerville. From Mr. Hassler's description of the fruit, it 

 was thought that the variety might be worth propagating. During each 

 season since that time specimens of the pears have been received, 

 through the kindness of Mr. Hassler, and the tree with its load of fruit 

 has been seen. The quality being good and other characteristics 

 desirable, the variety, which at present is being propagated by A. L. 

 Wisker of Grass Valley, is recommended for trial in the different pear- 

 growing sections of the state. In the foothill region of the Sierras, 

 judging from the hardiness and steady, heavy bearing characteristics 

 of the tree, it is a promising variety for early winter use. In cold 

 storage it will keep for the holiday season. 



ORIGIN. 



The variety originated on a place adjoining the Hassler ranch. The 

 original tree is still standing and on October 19 of last year it was 

 observed by the writer. It is growing on low, wet land, close to a 

 little stream, among willows and other brush. The leaves are very 

 small and the branches scraggy because of the unfavorable conditions. 



