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Maule’s Improved Kleckley’s Sweet or Wonder Melon 
404 Maule’s Improved Kleckley’s Sweet 
Also known as Wonder Melon (85 days) 
Large, dark green, oblong shaped melons, 20 in. long, with dark 
green skin shaded with faint stripes of a lighter green. Flesh is 
bright scarlet, sweet and crisp; so solid that a hollow or pithy 
center is seldom found. Altogether a handsome melon without an 
equal for home or market use; a tough rind makes it valuable for 
shipping. Pkt. 10¢; oz. 15¢; 14 Ib. 30¢; 14 lb. 50¢; Ib. 85¢; 
2 Ibs. $1.55; 5 Ibs. $3.60. 
390 Early Northern Sweet (75 days) 
Extra early, will grow where watermelons never grew before 
A recent introduction which is already enjoying popularity with growers in 
Northern localities where seasons are short. Melons are oval in shape, weigh 
about 12 lbs.; flesh is red and of good quality. The color of the skin is green 
with narrow stripes of deeper green. Its earliness will surely be of interest to 
those who have had trouble in growing watermelons in the past. 
Pkt. 10¢; oz. 15¢; 14 Ib. 45¢; 12 Ib. 65¢; Ib. $1.10; 2 Ibs. $2.00; 5 Ibs. $4.80. 
391 Fordhook Early (80 days) 
Large, extra early melon. Does well in Northern States 
Melons are large, nearly round, with light green skin, mottled with stripes of 
deeper green; flesh is bright red and of the sweetest flavor. Fordhook Early 
will mature in latitudes too cool for most varieties. Always gives satisfaction. 
Pkt. 5¢; oz. 15¢; 14 Ib. 30¢; 12 Ib. 45¢; lb. 75¢; 2 Ibs. $1.35; 5 Ibs. $3.20. 
393 Kleckley’s Sweet (85 days) 
Also known as Monte Cristo; superb quality 
Of handsome appearance, oblong in shape, with a dark green rind. The flesh 
is scarlet, very firm, crisp, and of unequalled quality. We can recommend it 
for home gardens both north and south as the large melons grow quickly, even 
in heavy soil. A thin rind makes it unsatisfactory for shipping. 
Pkt. 10¢; oz. 15¢; 14 Ib. 30¢; 12 Ib. 45¢; Ib. 75¢; 2 Ibs. $1.35; 5 Ibs. $3.20. 
397 Harris’ Earliest (80 days) 
Also known as Cole’s Early; very early 
Melons are nearly round; weigh about 20 Ibs. Skin is mottled with green and 
white; flesh is red, sweet, juicy, and crisp. The seeds are black. Due to its 
extreme earliness, it is especially valuable for northern gardens. 
Pkt. 10¢; oz. 15¢; 14 lb. 35¢; 14 lb. 55¢; Ib. 90¢; 2 Ibs. $1.60; 5 Ibs. $3.80. 
Panmure 
All-Heart 
387 Maule’s Panmure All-Heart % 
All its name implies; sweetest of all (85 days) 
Here we have an entirely distinct variety that is sure to excite the admiration 
of all lovers of fine watermelons. It is not only of superb flavor, but is all that 
its name implies. Melons are solid, and while they have a thin rind, the skin 
is firm so that it is most satisfactory for shipping. The seeds are about the size 
of apple seeds, but, notwithstanding this fact, the average weight of the melon 
is 30 to 40 Ibs. The shape is well shown in the illustration. Be sure to grow it 
whether for home use or market sale. 
Pkt. 10¢; oz. 20¢; 14 lb. 60¢; 14 Ib. 85¢; Ib. $1.50; 2 Ibs. $2.75; 5 Ibs. $6.60. 
36 WM. HENRY MAULE, PHILADELPHIA 
. 30 Ibs. or more in the north and larger in the south. Make strong, healthy vines 
403 Florida Favorite (85 days) 
Its sweetness has made it a favorite everywhere 
Large, oblong melons with a tough, very dark green rind with still darker stripes. 
Flesh is beautiful deep red, fine-grained, and entirely free of stringiness. Its 
popularity is primarily due to its deliciously sweet and luscious flavor. A first- i 
class shipper. Under good cultivation the melons grow very large, weighing 
which are very productive. Regardless of its large size, Florida Favorite is firm, 
solid, sweet and always good. ae 
Pkt. 5¢; oz. 15¢; 14 Ib. 30¢; 14 Ib. 50¢; Ib. 80¢; 2 Ibs. $1.45; 5 Ibs. $3.40. | 
408 Peerless or Ice Cream (85 days) 
Always good; excellent for home or nearby market 
Good size, oblong shaped melons, with mottled green skin and rich scarlet; 
sweet flesh. Excellent for the home garden or local sales. Rind is too thin to 
stand leng distance shipping. 
Pkt. 10¢; oz. 15¢; 1% Ib. 40¢; 14 Ib. 60¢; Ib. 95¢; 2 Ibs. $1.70; 5 Ibs. $4.05. 
405 Pride of Muscatine (90 days) 
Large, oblong melons; wilt-resistant 
The wilt-resistant qualities of Pride of Muscatine have been so satisfactory 
that we recommend its use everywhere and especially in sections where wilt is — 
prevalent. The general appearance is similar to Kleckley’s Sweet, being nearly — 
20 in. long; skin is dark green, faintly striped, while the flesh is deep red, tender, © 
sweet and crisp. Fine for the table, and as the rind is heavy and tough, it makes — 
it most desirable for shipping. | 
Pkt. 10¢; oz. 15¢; 14 Ib. 38¢; 12 lb. 58¢; Ib. 98¢; 2 Ibs. $1.78; 5 Ibs. $4.28. 
Halbert 
Honey 
413 Halbert Honey (85 days) % 
Large melons with sweet and delicious flesh 
Melons are large, 18 to 20 in. long; 10 to 12 in. thick, blunt at both the stem 
and blossom ends, and usually free from any appearance of neck. Skin is clear, © 
deep green; flesh is sweet, crimson and extends to within less than 4 in. of the 
thin rind. Splendid for home use and nearby. markets. | 
Pkt. 5¢; oz. 15¢; 14 lb. 30¢; 14 Ib. 50¢; Ib. 85¢; 2 Ibs. $1.55; 5 Ibs. $3.60. | 
395 Tom Watson (90 days) 
The popular large shipping melon - 
Long, smooth, dark green melons faintly veined deeper green; grow excep- | 
tionally large, about 20 in., and often weigh 40 lbs. or more. The red flesh is 
most superb. Rind is thin but very tough, making it an excellent shipper for 
long distances. Y 
Pkt. 10¢; oz. 15¢; 14 Ib. 40¢; 14 Ib. 60¢; Ib. 95¢; 2 Ibs. $1.70; 5 Ibs. $4.05. — 
411 Winter Watermelon (100 days) 
Will keep for several months; known as the Christmas Melon 
Medium sized, round melons with light gray colored skin; the pink flesh is quite ~ 
solid, entirely stringless, sweet flavored, crisp, and surprisingly delicious. This 
melon should not be eaten right off the vine, but allowed to ripen slowly after | 
being picked. It will keep as late as Christmas. Excellent for the home garden 
and for market sales where it is known. 
Pkt. 10¢; oz. 20¢; 14 lb. 50¢; 14 Ib. 75¢; Ib. $1.25; 2 Ibs. $2.30; 5 Ibs. $5.50. 
420 Improved Citron (95 days) 
For preserves, sweet pickles and candied fruit 
Medium sized, round fruits having very solid white flesh which is used ex- | 
clusively for preserving or pickling. They are not good to eat uncooked. Rind 
is dark green distinctly striped with light green; seeds are red. Melons will keep 
in good condition for some time after picking. | 
Pkt. 10¢; oz. 15¢; 14 Ib. 29¢; 14 Ib. 49¢; Ib. 79¢; 2 Ibs. $1.39; 5 Ibs. $3.29, | 
418 Mixed Watermelons (80 to 100 days) 
A great assortment of many varieties for the home garden 
Many different varieties in a grand mixture; a choice collection of delicious 
flavored melons of different shapes, from the earliest to the latest. 
Pkt. 5¢; oz. 15¢; 14 Ib. 30¢; 1% Ib. 45¢; Ib. 75¢; 2 Ibs. $1.35; 5 Ibs. $3.20. 
After making out your order, we would appreciate your lending this catalog 1 
to a friend. If he grows vegetables or flowers for sale, ask him to write for our | 
Special Market Growers’ catalog. 
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