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No 28
Black Apple

[sketch of apple]

The Black Apple is rather below the midling
size, the form round, stalk about half an inch in
length, inserted in a deep cavity, the blossom end
not very hollow, the skin smooth, of a dark red with
numerous small yellow points or spots.  It is generally
covered with a down which obscures the clearness &
brilliancy of the skin.  When this is rubbed off, the
color is bright & clear.  The flesh is yellow juicy tender
crisp and pleasant.  It ripens about the beginning
of November and is esteemed a very pleasant Fall &
early winter fruit.
        