■(Introduction 
Spring, 1898. 
The Evergreen Lodge Flower Garden and Greenhouses have now- 
entered on the twenty-third year of their existence, during which time 
the business has changed hands only twice It was first started here 
by Mrs. Lizzie Weill, with a few small greenhouses, in 1875, who soon 
after its inception sold to Capt. J. J. Crusman, under whose proprietor- 
ship lit was carried on until 1895. During that year the writer, who 
had been the practical manager of the business for the past twelve years, 
secured full control, Capt. Crusman retiring. 
There is now on my books names of patrons that are still customers 
who purchased plants here thirteen years ago, which in itself is good 
evidence that a reputation for fair dealing has been established. 
During the past Summer I have erected an addition of three large 
modern style greenhouses, 125 feet long by 20 wide, that gives me a 
much increased capacity, which will enable me to supply all demands 
promptly and at prices within the reach of everybody. I have many 
other extensive improvements in contemplation that will he completed 
within the next few months, and when done 1 will have one of the most 
complete establishments of the kind in the country. 
I do not depend on an elaborate catalogue as an inducement to 
secure orders. People of good sense know that as good plants can he 
bought from a house issuing a modest little catalogue as if their plants 
were selected from some of the most elaborate catalogues in the land. 
Catalogues and plants are two entirely different things. 
I could add several hundred testimonials if space in this catalogue 
would permit, from parties that have had success wilh plants bought 
here, and I want to say now that my stock of plants for the coming 
season is in splendid condition, and I trust that my friends and patrons 
will not overlook me when making out their orders this Spring. 
I sincerely wish to thank all those who have spoken a good word 
for me to their neighbors and friends, f will, as before, promise to 
give good value for money received, and endeavor to make every trans- 
action most satisfactory to all my patrons. By such treatment tiust 
to merit a continuance of your patronage and good will. 
Very truly yours, JAMES MORION. 
Mv Terms are invaribly cash with order. 
Remittances —In remitting send Money Order or Dratt. If in 
currency, Register the letter. , .. 
ShipiTNG Facilities. — My shipping facilities are first-class for all 
points South of here. Express rate is less, and time occupied in transit 
greatly reduced than if ordered from houses further North. 
Wholesale Trade— I do not issue a wholesale trade list, but 
florists wishing anything in my line are asked to send a list of their 
wants, when 1 will be glad to quote them a very low rate. 
