1907 GLEANINGS IN BEE CULTURE. 1459 



Crop Conditions. A careful reading of reports, and inquiry into the 

 various large markets of this and nearby States prior to November 1, show that prac- 

 tically the entire crop of comb and extracted honey produced the past season had 

 already been sold at excellent prices, leaving a clear market, with strong demand for 

 next season. 



Fall Rains. These have been reported from nearly all sections of the State, 

 and bees have gone into winter quarters in better condition than for several years 

 past. All of these things point to a good season for 1908. 



Supplies. In order to sei've the bee-keepers of this State still better than I 

 have for the five years past, I have arranged with my brother, Max Toepperwein, to 

 enter into business with me, as my growing business demands more time than one 

 person can well give it. With his assistance, and other competent help in office and 

 warehouse, I can promise my friends prompt attention to and careful filling of their 

 orders. 



First-class Goods. We count it a privilege to announce to the bee- 

 keepers of this State that we have made another contract for the well-known line 

 manufactured by The A 1. Root Co. We do not ofifer an ill-assorted lot of worthless 

 stuff to our patrons, but the tinest goods in the land. Besides buying for spot cash in 

 large quantities we get the most reasonable terms, and base our prices accordingly. 



Quality. See what Mr. Tough says about the Root-Hoffman frames: 



June 12. 1906. 

 Gentlemen:--! have just finished unpacking the last hox of sup- 

 plies and must say they are VERY SATISFACTORY. The Hoffman frames espe- 

 cially are extra fine, and I am just wondering how I was so foolish as 

 to huy the thousands I already have from that other firm. After seeing 

 yours I have made up my mind that I would much rather huy yours than 

 take theirs for a gift. This is no Jolly, hut the simple truth. 



Very truly yours, 



James Tough, 



1013 Clarence Ave. , Oak Park. 



A.gents Wanted. We want to secure a live hustling representative in 

 every county in Texas where we are not now represented. We prefer a bee-keeper 

 centrally located, and one alile to pay cash down for the goods he will order and 

 carry in stock. To those who mean business we offer good inducements. 



BeesMrax. We are in the market for beeswax at all times. At present we 

 pay 25c cash, or 27c in trade for pure average beeswax delivered at San Antonio. 



Udo &, Max Toepperwein 



1S22 South Flores St. San Antonio. Texas 



