Xll LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS 



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17. A field of melons destroyed by the rust . 84 



18. The rust may be held in check by spray- 



ing with the bordeaux mixture . . 85 



19. A rust-resistant Rocky Ford ; note the fine 



netting 87 



20. A well-sprayed melon vine . . . .88 



21. The Rocky Ford is a favorite variety with 



most growers . . . .90 



22. A trio of Tip Tops from the Ohio valley . 91 



