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February, 1891. 
State Horticultural Association of 
Pennsylvania. 
The thirty-second annual meeting of this association 
was held In Lancaster, Pa., on January 21 and 22, and 
was largely attended. 
The President, Henry C. Snavely, in his annual ad- 
dress, alluded to the progress that had been made 
In horticulture and fruit growing, since the organiza- 
tion of the association In I860. 
An essay on “Peach Culture” by W. M. Benninger, 
of Lehigh county, occasioned considerable discussion. 
Mr. Benninger advocated pruning the trees while in 
bloom, and this was opposed by a number of the 
members. 
Henry W. Comfort, of Bucks county, read a paper on 
“Chestnut Culture,” in which he advocated grafting, 
instead of planting seedlings. It was agreed that 
chestnut culture could be made profitable. 
At the evening session the following officers for 1891 
were elected: President, W. H. Moon; Vice-Presidents, 
H. M. Engle, Josiah Hoopes, J. F. Smith; Secretary, E. 
B. Engle; Corresponding Secretary, W. P. Brinton; 
Treasurer, J. Hibberd Bartram; Librarian, Thomas J. 
Edge. 
Following appointed officers were announced: Pro- 
fessor of Botany, Thomas Meehan; Professor of Ento- 
mology, S. S. Rathvon; Professor of Chemistry, S. B. 
Heiges, - Professor of Ornithology, Dr. B. H. Warren; 
Chairman of General Fruit Committee, Cyrus T. Fox. 
Thomas Meehan, of Philadelphia, gave a character- 
istic talk, full of wit and wisdom, on the progress made 
in horticulture. 
Dr. B. H. Warren, of West Chester, lectured on the 
habits of birds. 
A resolution was unanimously adopted requesting 
the State Legislature to order a third edition of Dr. 
Warren’s work, “The Birds of Pennsylvania.” 
The preceedings of the evening were interspersed 
with readings by Miss Bertha Collins of California, 
and vocal music by a quartette. 
SECOND DAY'S PROCEEDINGS. 
The second day's proceedings opened with the report 
of the General Fruit Committee, prepared by the Chair- 
man, Cyrus T. Fox, of Reading. Never in the history 
of the State was there so general a failure of the fruit 
crop as in 1890. 
The various matters contained In the report were 
discussed at length. A supplementary report on 
“Small Fruits,” by E. D. Brinser, of Dauphin county, 
was read. Henry W. Northup, of Lackawanna county, 
embodied his views in an essay on "Fruit Culture;” and 
William H. Moon, of Bucks county, read a paper on 
“Hits and Misses in Horticulture.” 
Half an hour was taken up in a reunion of the found- 
ers of the association, seven of whom were present, viz: 
Henry M. Engle, Casper Hiller, Levi S Re'st, William 
P. Brinton, Charles Dingee, H. C. Masser and S. S. 
Rathvon. Letters were read from seven others. There 
were remarks by Hon. H. M. Engle, Casper Hiller, W. 
P. Brinton, Cyrus T. Fox and W. H. Moon. 
A pa|>er on "Beautifying the Home Grounds,” by 
Elias A. Long, of Buffalo, N. Y., was read by the Sec 
retary. 
A number of topics on the programme were briefly 
considered, on account of a motion having prevailed 
to adjourn at 5 P. M. The subject of "Peach Yellows” 
was referred to the Committee on Legislation. "Should 
we renew our strawberry beds annually ?” was answer- 
ed by E. C. Brinser affirmatively. 
Following miscellaneous business was then trans- 
acted in conclusion. It was agreed to meet next year 
(Jan. 20 and 21) in Y r ork, Pa. 
The auditing committee reported a balance in the 
treasury of $323.23. 
A committee of five was appointed to attend the an- 
nual meeting of the State Board of Agriculture. 
Following Committee on Legislation was announced: 
Cyrus T. Fox, S. B. Heiges, W. P. Brinton, J. E. Jami- 
son and S. M. Wherry. 
Cyrus T. Fox eulogized the memory of the late P. 
Barry, an honorary member, and spoke feelingly of the 
deceased active members of the association. Appro- 
priate resolutions offered by him were adopted. 
A resolution was adopted commending the project 
of having a fine horticultural display at the World’s 
Columbian Exposition, after which the association ad- 
journed sine die. 
Catalogues Received. 
Peter Henderson & Co., 35 aud 37 Cortlandt Street, 
New York, N. Y. This “Manual of Everything for the 
Garden” is one of the finest and handsomest seed 
catalogues of the season. It is the largest of any that 
have reached us, and is adorned with three handsome 
colored plates and a beautiful lithographed cover. It 
contains full lists of Vegetable aud Flower Seeds, 
Plants, Vines, Tools, etc., etc., very fully described 
aud illustrated. This beautiful manual may be ob- 
tained as stated in their advertisement on another 
page. 
W. Atlee Burpee & Co. Philadelphia, Pa, Burpee’s 
Farm Annual for 1891 is the handsomest Seed Catalogue 
ever published by the well known Philadelphia Seeds- 
men. It contains 168 pages with hundreds of illustra- 
tions and several beautiful colored plates painted from 
nature and handsomely bound in an illuminated cover. 
In it are descriptions of all the leading Garden, Farm 
and FlowerSeeds.Summer Flowering Bulbs and Plants. 
It also describes with lifelike illustrations a number of 
important novelties which are now being exclusively 
introduced by the publishers. It is sent free to all who 
have occasion to purchase seeds. See advertisement 
in this number. 
John Lewis Childs, Floral Park, Queen’s Co., N. Y. 
Catalogue of New, Rare and Beautiful Flewers. A 
magnificent array of delightful things put together in 
the inimitable style of Mr. Childs. One of the hand- 
somest of the season, adorned with five colored plates 
and beautiful stipple lithograph cover. The seeds, 
bulbs, plants, etc., that are offered are very fully 
described, and the book abounds with illustrations. 
This beautiful catalogue is sent for ten cents, or as 
offered in advertisement on last page. 
J. T. Lovett Co.. Little Silver, N. J. Lovett’s Guide 
to Horticulture. A catalogue of Fruit and Nut Trees, 
Small Fruit Plants and Grape Vines, Ornamental Trees 
and Shrubs, Vines and Creepers, Hedge Plants, Hardy 
Herbaceous Plants, Roses, Chrysanthemums, Hydran- 
geas, Cannes, etc., fully described and copiously 
illustrated, embellished with colored plates and hand- 
some lithographed covers. In addition is much useful 
information, telling plainly how to plant, prune and 
cultivate. It is a valuable book of nearly 90 pages, 
admirably arranged, aud evidently prepared with 
much care. Sent ft ee upon application to all intend- 
ing purchasers. 
Jas. M. Thorburn A Co., 15 John Street, New York. 
Annual Descriptive Catalogue of Steds. This old and 
well-known firm of seedsmen claim to have the 
largest collection in the world. Large and very 
complete, admirably arranged with full cultural notes 
and manv illustrations. Free upon application. 
D. M. Ferry & Co., Detroit, Mich. Seed Annual for 
1891. A handy and well arranged catalogue of 100 
pages, very full and complete, and handsomely illus- 
trated. This firm possesses a world-wide reputation 
as reliable and extensive seed growers and dealers. 
Their catalogue is sent free to all applicants. 
Jas. J. H. Gregory & Sons, Marblehead, Mass 
Retail Catalogue of Warranted Vegetable, Flower and 
Grain Seeds. These seeds are well-known as reliable 
and trustworthy. The catalogue for 1891 is as usual 
very complete but quite plain, and without the lavish 
adornment of many others. It is none the less valuable 
on this account, however, and will be found useful and 
accurate. Free to all. 
John A. Salzer, La Crosse, Wis. A fine large cata- 
logue of Garden and Farm Seeds, Implements, Plants, 
Bulbs, etc. An immense number of illustrations are 
given in addition to colored plates and illuminated 
cover. Sent free to applicants. 
The Storrs & Harrison Co.. Painesville, Ohio. 
Catalogue of Seeds, Plants, Fruit and Ornamental 
Trees, Grape Vines, Small Fruits, etc. A large aud 
elegant book of nearly two hundred pages, with beau- 
tiful illustrations and a handsome colored cover. Also 
includes a list of Novelties and Specialties in Seeds, 
Plants and Fruits. Sent free 
Johnson & Stokes, Philadelphia, Pa. Garden and 
Farm Manual for 1891. An excellent catalogue of 
Farm and Garden Seeds, etc., with full descriptions and 
copious illustrations. Nearly 100 pages and handsome 
lithograph cover. Sent free upon application. 
Briggs Bros. A Co., Rochester, N. Y. Catalogue of 
Flower, Garden and Field Seeds for 1891. Descriptive 
I and illustrated. 
T. H. Spaulding, Orange, N. J. Catalogue of New, 
Choice and Rare Chrysanthemums and Tuberous 
Begonias. A delightful little book, giving a very fine 
descriptive list of chrysanthemums, which are a 
specialty with Mr. Spaulding. He has been the 
winner of many prizes, and his stock may be relied 
upon as being strictly trustworthy. The large number 
of varieties offered are arranged into classes or col- 
lections, making the work of selection comparatively 
easy. It is free to all applicants, and it will pay 
chrysanthemum lovers to send for it. See advertise- 
ment. 
W. H. Maule, Philadelphia, Pa. Maule’s Seed 
Catalogue for 1891. A book of over 100 pages of the 
largest size, with six colored plates and lithograph 
cover. There is indeed no lack of illustrations, some 
of them are startling in size, and it is safe to sty that 
they occupy more space in the book than the text 
itself. In addition to seeds are offered plants, bulbs, 
etc., with a full line of leading varieties. 
D. Landreth & Sons, Philadelphia, Pa. Catalogue 
of Landreth’s Vegetable, Field and Flower Seeds for 
1191. A full line of seeds is here offered by this old 
house, fully described and illustrated. 
Oceanview Poultry Yards. W. W. Shampanore, 
Proprietor. Little Silver, N. J. Catalogue of High 
Bred Poultry, Eggs for Hatching of Indian Games, 
White Wyaudottes and Black Minorcas. Free to all 
applicants. 
Parker A Wood, Boston, Mass.' Catalogueof Seeds, 
Plants, Tools, etc. This long established firm have 
long catered to the most critical class of trade, and they 
keep a full supply of first-class horticultural goods. 
They offer premiums to the amount of $40 in Silver 
Plate for the best show of Asters, to be exhibited next 
fall. This 168 page fully illustrated catalogue is sent 
free to all. 
The Nixon Nozzle and Machine Company, Dayton, 
Ohio. Catalogue of Spraying Pumps, etc. The pumps 
and spraying machines manufactured by this firm have 
taken high rank and are well known. They have now 
added a compact, substantial spraying cart, admirably 
adapted for orchard and vineyard use. We advise our 
readers to send for this catalogue, which gives also 
much information concerning spraying. Sent free. 
S. I,. Allen A Co., Philadelphia, Pa. Catalogue of the 
Planet Jr. Tools and Implements, fully described and 
illustrated, with all the latest improvements and 
additions. Sent free to all applicants. 
W.m. C. Beckert, Alleghany, Pa. Descriptive and 
Illustrated Catalogue of Vegetable, Flower and Field 
Seeds for 1891. A handsome book of nearly 100 pages, 
containing all recent introductions of value. Bound 
In a beautiful lithographed cover. Free. 
Bradley Fertilizer Co., Boston, Mass. A beautiful 
and interesting pamphlet on “Oranges and Vegetables 
in Florida, ’’handsomely illustrated and with an exceed- 
ingly pretty illuminated cover. Sent free upon applica- 
tion. 
Samuel Wilson, Mechanicsville, Pa. Wilson’s 15th 
Annual Price List and Catalogue of Fresh and Reliable 
Garden, Field and Flower Seeds. This is undoubtedly 
the best catalogue that has yet been issued by this 
house and shows a decided advance. It is a book of 
over 100 pages, attractively arranged with good illus- 
trations, colored plates and handsome lithograph 
cover. Not only the standard sorts but many attractive 
novelties are figured and described. It will be sent 
free to all applicants. 
The Dingee A Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. New 
Guide to Rose Culture. A Catalogue of Roses, Hardy 
Plants, Bulbs and Seeds, Roses are the special feature 
of this firm, and to their description and illustration 
this book is mostly devoted. Many novelties of promise 
are offered. It appears this year with the handsomest 
cover It has yet used. 
Wm. Elliott A Sons, 54 and 56 Dey Street, New 
York. General Catalogue of Flower, Vegetable and 
Farm Seeds, Plants, Bulbs, Tools, etc A large and 
handsome book with several very fine colored plates 
and bright illuminated cover. 
James Vick, Seedsman, Rochester, N. Y. Vick’s 
Floral Guide for 1891. This is not in any way behind 
previous editions of this well-known catalogue. It has 
nearly 100 pages finely illustrated, and contains a 
handsome colored plate. In it are figured and described 
all the leading vegetables and flowers, both standard 
sorts and novelties. 
