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Marie Iiouise. 



MABIE IiOUISE. — This is one of the 

 finest varieties introduced. It is a cross 

 between the Lone Star and Florida's 

 Favorite, shape similar to the latter but 

 larger, just as early, are far superior than 

 either. Dark striped, thin rind and flesh 

 red and very succulent, ripening almost to 



the rind. The seed resembles that of the 

 Lone Star, but is darker in color. We had 

 some of the melons weighing from 20 

 to 25 pounds. Recommend them highly. 

 Packet, 10c.; oz., 20c.; ^ lb., 40c.; lb., $1.50, 

 postpaid. 



Wonder "Water Melon. 



WONDEB WATEB MI!I.ON.— This re- 

 cently introduced melon has proven su- 

 perior merits to Its family. It resembles 

 the Tom Watson, but is much longer and 

 heavier. It is prolific, dark green rind, 

 very handsome, flavor excellent and big 

 heart. One of the best for home use and 



marketing. Packet, 10c. ; oz., 25c. J H l*v 

 60c.; lb., $2.00, postpaid. 



BRADFORD. — This melon is long in 

 shape and color dark green with darker 

 M^avy bands; flesh melting and of excellent 

 flavor. Seed white; a splendid variety. 

 Packet 10c.; oz., 20c.; V4 ll^-i 50c.; lb., 91.50, 

 postpaid. 



Banana Melon. 



BANANA. — This variety gets its name 

 on account of the long fruits having a 

 banana-like aroma. The fruits are from 

 fifteen to twenty inches in length and from 

 four to six inches in diameter. The 

 salmon flesh is thick and of a delicious 

 flavor. Packet, 10c. ; oz., 25c.; ^ lb., 60c; 

 lb., $2.00, postpaid. 



PBESEBVINO CITRON.— This fruit re- 

 sembles the average size water melon, of 

 a light green color, which is coated over 

 with a white substance like flour, that Is 

 easily rubbed off. It is used for preserv- 

 ing and making pies and sauces. Packet; 

 10c. ; oz., 25c.; H H^m 75c., postpaid. 



