The Sarah Pear. 



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THE SARAH PEAR. 



Size medium ; form globular, inclining to turbinate, rather broad across 

 the centre ; stem short, thick, generally planted without depression ; calyx 

 medium, segments often abortive ; basin small, shallow ; color pale-yellow ; 

 skin smooth, with a few traces of cinnamon-russet ; flesh yellowish-white, 

 melting, very juicy, tender, and buttery, a little granulous at the core ; flavor 



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vinous, with a rich, honeyed sweetness, and a musky, spicy aroma. Season 

 about the middle of October. Quality *' very good," nearly " best." 



This new American pear has fruited for many years in the collection of 

 Messrs. F. and L. Clapp, Dorchester, Mass.; and was raised from seed about 

 the same time as Clapp's Favorite. The tree is of erect habit, hardy, 

 healthy, and productive. Marshall P. Wilder. 



