Introductory 
A. Washburn & Sons, 
Bulbs, Plants and 
Flowers. 
D N issuing this, our first catalogue for general distribution, we will be brought to 
the attention of many who have never heard of us before. To these, we will 
say we have been doing business in McLean county for the past twenty-five 
years, and have been engaged in the growing and retailing of cut flowers, seeds, plants, 
bulbs, etc., for the past eight years. 
Our efforts have been rewarded by a rapidly increasing trade. We have enlarged 
our greenhouse plant from time to time, and with our commodious store room, we 
have one of the most complete establishments for our line of business in the state. 
When in Bloomington we should be glad to have you call and see us, and can 
assure you most courteous treatment. 
Our terms are cash with order. Remittance by postal or express money order, or 
bank draft, preferred. Stamps of two-cent denomination accepted for small amounts. 
We exercise great care in having our seeds, bulbs, plants, etc., true and reliable, but 
give no guarantee, as so many conditions other than the quality of the seeds or bulbs 
enter into the successful growing of a crop. 
We respectfully solicit a share of your patronage. 
A. WASHBURN & SONS, 
October 1, 1902. Bloomington, Illinois. 
Prices given include cost 
of packing. 
Write for our Spring Cat- 
alogue to be issued 
Feb. 1, 1903. 
Mailed free on application 
