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WILEY et CO.. CAYUQA, N. Y. 
and fifteen-sixteenths of an inch in diameter, and, as will be seen 
from the accompanying report of Mr. Charles Beaver, a prominent 
Harrisburg fruit dealer, sold for lo cents per quart when other var- 
ieties were selling for 5 cents to 7 cents per quart. 
Quality. In quality it is similar and fully equal to Gregg, which 
has always been considered the finest of the Black-caps in this 
respect. 
Firmness. In spite of its extremely large size, the Cumberland 
is possessed of unusual firmness, and is thus well adapted for stand- 
ing long shipments. It will be noticed that this quality is especially 
remarked upon in most of the testimonials appended hereto. 
The season of ripening varies, of course, in different lati- 
tudes, but can be best designated by comparison with other varie- 
ties. It follows Palmer and Souhegan (or Tyler), and precedes 
Gregg a short time, making it what we may call a midseason variety. 
From Stoffs & Harrison Co., PainesviUe, O. 
" Certainly one of the finest specimens of Black-Cap Raspberries that 
we CTCr saw." 
From Prof. L. H. Bailey, Ithaca, N. Y. 
"Tbe Black Raspberries which yon sent us have not yet ceased to be the 
wonder of every one who saw them, and I certainly think, if the variety is 
productive, and behaves well in the field, that it ought to be introduced." 
From Geo. S. Josselyn, Fredonia, N. Y. 
" The Raspberries arrived just before I left. They were delicious. The 
Gregg is the favorite about here, but these were larger than Gregg and bad 
not nearly as many seeds, which is a decided advantage." 
From Wm. Parry, Pomona, N. J. 
"The package of Black Raspberries was received in excellent condition, 
June 30. Wcmake it our business to procure and test all the promising new 
varieties as they come before the public, but the Cumberland exceeds any 
that we have seen. Selected specimens measured one inch across, were firm, 
very black, showing but little, if any, bloom — so objectionable in some Black- 
caps—while the quality was all that could be desired. Judging from the 
cluster ot berries, it must be ver^' productive." 
OTHER BLACK-CAPS, 
©bio. iprogress. 
Price $1.50 per hundred ; $9.00 per thousand. 
un:ant6 
This fruit follows the Rasp- 
^ berry, and remains with us for 
a long time, and is considered 
one of the most wholesome fruits for family use. An easy 
way to destroy the currant worm is by the use of White 
Hellebore ; begin its use as soon as the worm appears, usually two 
applications are all that are necessary. Set four feet apart, in rich 
soil, cultivate well or mulch heavily, and cut out old wood each year. 
Cherry. Very large ; deep red ; rather acid ; bunches short. 
Plants erect, stout, vigorous and productive. 
Fay's Prolific. Originated in Chautauqua County, N. Y. A 
cross between Cherry and Victoria. Of large size, . fine flavor, and 
claimed to be five times as prolific as the Cherry. A great acquisition. 
La Versaillaise. Very large; red; bunch long, of great 
beauty and excellent quality. One of the finest and best, and should 
be in every collection. Very productive. 
Lee's Prolific Black. Anew English variety. The fruit is 
large and of superior quality, the bush is a vigorous grower and 
enormously productive, rendering it very profitable. 
Victoria. A. splendid variety, ripening two or three weeks later 
than the others, and continuing in a fine condition for a long period. 
Bunches extremely long, berries of medium size, brilliant red and of 
the highest quality. 
White Crape. Very large ; yellowish white ; sweet, or very 
mild acid, excellent quality and valuable for the table. The finest of 
the white sorts. Very distinct from white Dutch, having a low 
spreading habit, and dark green foliage. Very productive. 
Price 2 yr. plants, 75 cents per dozen; $3.50 per hundred; $30.00 per 
thousand, i yr. plants, 50 cents per dozen; $2.00 per hundred; $20.00 
per thousand. 
WiLET & Co , Columbia Co. N. Y. 
The trees I received from you were aa you represented them In every respect, having 
Durchased a lot at the same price, bought of a different drm of which 1 have lost mor* 
than half, i have learned to value your word and will certainly recomuiend your Arm, 
CHAS. A. GASSER, N. Y. 
