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TOMATO 



THE tomato is a true American! It originated on 

 this continent, probably in Peru. Its present state 

 of perfection is due largely to the efforts of an American, 

 Mr. Ai W. Livingston, of tomato fame. Nowhere in 

 the world has the tomato reached the standard of per- 

 fection as with us. Nearly every section of our country 

 has developed special varieties that thrive better there 

 than in any other place. 



Next to potatoes, tomatoes (belonging to the same 

 plant family botanically) are of greater importance to us 

 as a food than any other vegetable, excepting corn. Be- 

 cause tomatoes are at home with us, they will thrive and 

 yield handsome crops for any home gardener who cares 

 to read the simple directions and suggestions offered on 

 pages 122-127 and 144-150. 



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