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—They are about the size of Netted 
Gem, but unlike that variety, the skin while ribbed is smooth 
and of avery deep emerald green color. Its salmon flesh is 
thicker than any other of its size, and ripens thoroughly to the 
thin green rind. The vines are hardy and thriftyin growth, 
yery prolific ; the melons mature early and are uniformly of the 
2 most supert quality. Pkt., 5 cts.; 0z., 10 ets.; 141b., 30c ; lb., 90ce. 
EXTRA EARLY HACK ENSACK._ This is a selection 
of the popular Hackensack, but is a decided improvement, from 
the fact that they will produce melons almost equal the size at 
least ten daysearlier. Inshape and color itis similar to 
. the old Hackensack, the only difference being in its greater 
earliness, but this alone is sufficient te highly recommend 
ittoall. Pkt. 5 cents; oz. 10 cents; 14 Ib., 30 cents ; lb , $1.25. 
OSAGE.—The Osage has brought higher prices in Chicago, 
as wellasmany other Western markets, than any other Musk-= 
melon, and is considered’by many the most profitable 
market variety in cultivation. [tis a medium size, nearly 
round, salmon colored flesh, finely netted, of rich, luscious flavor ; 
gains friends with both growers and consumers, wherever tried. 
Packet, 10 cents; ounce, 20 cents ; 14 pound, 40 cents; Ib., $1.29. 
ERFECTIO MUSKMELG —No words of praise can be 
e written that would recom- 
mend this most excellent of melons too highly. It is simply 
the per uon of the musk melon family, equally desirable 
and profitable to the planter of a dozen hills or the planter oftens 
of thousands, and it has no superior among muskmelons, except 
Maule’s New Superior, offered on the preceding page. In the 
last ten years it has been planted by thousands of melon 
growers in all sections of the country and it has given one and 
all entire satisfaction. I really believe that I can show at my 
™ office three times the number of testimonials in regard to the good 
qualities of Perfection than have been written concerning any 
other variety_of muskmelon ever introduced. 
Originated 20 years ago in Chenango Co., N. Y. by oneof my 
best customers, I secured a small sample of seed from him in 1883. 
In sending it to me I could not help but think he praised it too 
highly, stating as he did, that he had tested almost all known 
varieties and found Perfection superior to them all. After 
a careful test on my trial grounds, I discovered it was fully up 
to his recommendation, and a wonderful acquisition. 
S Itis.nearly round, as may be seen by the cut, of good size, 
frequently weighing 8 to 10 lbs. each. Ofa dark green color out+ 
‘« side, heavily netted, while inside they are ofa rich orange color, 
and I venture tosay with thicker flesh than any other variety in 
2 cultivation, there being scarcely room fortheseeds. As to flavor, 
@ they take the lead of all and are far ahead of everything else at 
™ presentcultivated. It cam be re commended alike for either 
A home or market use, and has fully demonstrated t) at 
“ it well deserves the name of PERFECTION. It sur- 
© passes all others with the single exception of Superior in 
elicious flavor and unusual productiveness, beauty of 
form and desirable shipping qualities. 
Nothing is so delicious as a really good muskmelon ; conse- 
quently I look the coming season fora large demand for this, the 
Sweetest and most delicious of all. Packet, 10 
cents; ounce, 20 cents; 14 pound, 50 cts.; pound, $1.50. 
ali Orders to WM. HENRY MAULBH, No. 1711 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, Pa., U. S. A. 
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F. Etheridge, Limestone, N. Y.: ‘The seeds came to hand in 
good order, and to say I was pleased with them, don’t half express 
what I feel. If Maule’s Seeds don’t lead all, they certainly deserve 
a place in the procession very close to the band. I wish to thank 
you for the very liberal manner in which you filled my order; I 
have followed the business of market gardening for several years, 
« butnoseedman ever sent me as many extras as you have. 
© K. L. Hifner, So. Elkhorn, Ky.: “Seeds received, and I thank 
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cauliflower last week; they are all up fine,and I think every 
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