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streaks. Stalk about an inch long, rather stout, and inserted iii 
a well marked or rather broad depression. Calyx small, closed 
and set in a narrow basin, which is abruptly and rather deeply 
sunk. Flesh white, (yellowdsh at the core,) buttery, very melt- 
ing and rich, with a copious, delicious juice, delicately perfumed. 
Ripens from the last of September til 1 the end of November, if 
kept in the house. 
Winter Nelis. 
Nelis d’Hiver. 
Bonne de Malines. 
Beurre de Malines. 
Lind. Thomp. 
La Bonne Malinoise. 
Milanaise Cuvelier. 
Etourneau. 
The Winter Nelis holds, in our estimation, nearly the same 
rank among winter pears, that the Seckel does among the au- 
tumnal varieties. It is a very hardy and thrifty tree, and bears 
regular crops of pears which always ripen well, and in succes- 
sion. Branches diverging, rather slender, light olive. 
It is a Flemish pear, and was originated by M. Nelis, o I 
Mechlin. 
