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Bullocks Pippin, or Hanover Pippin
Long Tom or Sheepsnout -

The Bullock Pippin derives its name from a 
family in Burlington County New Jersey.  The
fruit is of a midling size, of an oblong form
and heart shape. The skin a bright yellow Russet. The flesh rich
yellow tender light and juicy.  As a Fall & an early
Winter apple it is much celebrated, few
in the Season being equal to it.  The tree is
vigorous and handsome, round head and
rich deep green foliage.  This apple is well
known throughout Burlington County as the Long Tom
or Sheepsnout from the form of the blossom end which
is pointed so as to give the idea of a sheeps nose.
It ripens in the beginning of October and will keep
till February. It is also called the Hanover Pippin.

[sketch of apple]
        