CONDON BROS, SEEDSMEN ^ 
fi. ROCK RIVER VALLEy SEED FARM, 
crops for we saw many failures from poor seed; consequently we went into the seed-growing business 
on our own account and today we personally grow on our own farms or rented ones thousands of bushels 
annually of beans, peas, corn, radishes and other staple crops, so we are still actual farmers and really 
more so today than ever before and we know full well the necessity and wisdom of planting only the 
best seeds that grow, for the old proverb, "As you sow, so shall you reap," is more pronounced today 
than ever. Being actual producing farmers and gardeners, we know your needs in seeds and understand 
your wants, your trials and your troubles, so please don't hesitate to inquire for any information not given 
in the book. It's yours for the asking and it's free whether you buy our seed or not, although we think 
you will buy our seeds now that you know how carefully they are grown, for there's none better at any 
price and few as good. 
THE TRIAL GROUNDS TELL THE TRUTH 
In going through our list yott may not find as many new names as you find in some catalogues, for 
we don't believe in so many new things unless absolutely better than the standard varieties and our trials 
and experiments convince us that the old reliable strains that are known to gardeners and farmers that 
have proved true are better, surer and safer for you to plant than many of the so-called new named sorts 
and in consequence we use a large portion of our farm to improving and perfecting types that have proven 
true to the preference of new sorts, except in cases where new ones are positively superior. 
Third Generation 
In closing, we want to introduce Leonard Condon, Jr., to the new customers, for he is the lad that will 
be serving you later on, and he wishes to thank his old friends for the many kind letters and orders sent 
last year. "Trusting all to remember us this year with your valued orders and no matter how large or 
small they may be, you will get quick service, honest seeds and a big lot of extras free for trial purpose- 
Be friendly — write occasionally. 
(Tell your neighbor about us.) 
Photograph of our Bean Harvest at Rock River Valley Seed Farm 
A WORD OR TWO WITH YOU CITY FOLKS 
Be Real Producers— Help Reduce 
the High Cost of Living 
Did you ever In your whole life raise anything out of the ground? Have you ever planted a seed, tree or 
bush, watered it, tended it up through infancy to full growth and finally sat down at your table to enjoy its 
fragrance and beauty or to eat its fruit? If not, you haven't had a fair chance and you surely have missed the 
greatest pleasure God gave to man! 
If you ever have periods of depression or the blues, as commonly known, get a spade, rake or fork, go out into 
your own back yard and dig; plant something, get close to the earth and you'll feel like a new man. It's the best 
tonic in tlie world. 
MARKET GARDENERS and LARGE PLANTERS— Listen! 
Never before in the World's History (even during war time) have priees on produce of all kinds been as hjsh 
and scarce as this year. There is an actual shortage of Vegetables, and that is what makes prices so high. This 
condition will last for several years, so now's your time to plant a Big Acreage to Vegetables of all kinds and 
reap BIG PROFITS for YOURSELF and FAMILY. Some seed crops are scarce again this year, particularly Pea^s. 
but we grow our own and had a big acreage planted, so have PRICED THEM VERY REASONABLE as you will 
SEE by COMPARISON, and REMEMBER WE GUARANTEE THE QUAWTf, so ORDER EARLY. PLEASE, and 
TELL YOUR NEIGHBORS about us. Thank you. 
CONDON BROS,, SEEDSMEN. 
