THE CELTIC BEAUTY. 
A SURE CROPPER. 
A medium early variety. Oval, oblong, white, flush eyesj cooks 
mealyj tremendous yielder. Well adapted to either gar- 
den or field culture. 
The Celtic Beauty is what might be termed a general purpose ” potato. It may be depended upon 
for a good average yield of large handsome tubers, even under unfavorable conditions. It is specially recom- 
mended for heavy soils upon which some varieties would be inclined to grow soggy. Also for a SECOND 
EARLY sort upon light soil which couldn’t he depended upon for a good crop of FIRST EARLY. 
We have tested the Celtic Beauty in many sections and under various conditions. We know positively 
that it will give complete satisfaction to every customer and have not the least hesitation in recommending it 
in the most positive manner. 
History and Description. 
Celtic Beauty found its birth-place in one of the largest trial grounds in the country, and under the 
watchful care of the leading potato specialist of the day. This potato is not a chance acquaintance, 
It was introduced to us by a mutual friend. The introduction cost us a large sum of money, hut it 
was money well spent, it will come back with interest. The price we paid for the first eight barrels of 
Celtic Beauty would seem incredible to most readers. It is certain we never purchased control of any 
variety which was more FULL OF PROMISE. 
The report of the originator follows : — Celtic Beauty was known in my trial grounds as 7-43, and 
is a cross between Sural New Yorker No. 2 and a new variety which one of my correspondents had sent 
me to be tested, but unfortunately the name of which I have never learned. In earliness the Celtic 
Beauty ripens fully -two weeks earlier than the Rural New Yorker No. 2, and in many sections would 
be considered a first early variety. Tubers are large and shapely ; setting compact in hill with almost 
no small tubers; vines are remarkable for their rich, dark green color. 
The eating qualities of the Celtic Beauty are not excelled. 
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