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CANNAS—Continued. 
JANE ADDAMS. A bright buttercup-yellow, with 
buds that before they are open are maroon. The 
plants grow between four and five feet in height 
Foliage green. 25 cents each; $2.50 per dozen. 
KING HUMBERT. The pride of the Orchid-flower¬ 
ing Canna; flowers large, of a bright orange-scarlet 
effectively streaked with crimson. The plants 
grow about four feet in height and produce a very 
luxuriant foliage, which is thick and leathery and 
of a rich bronze with brownish green stripes. 25 
cents each; $2.50 per dozen. 
MORNING GLOW. An exquisite pink, blending 
to rich red. The flowers are produced in large 
trusses and harmonize perfectly with the beautiful 
bronze foliage. This variety grows about four 
feet in height and is a continual bloomer. 25 cents 
each; $2.50 per dozen. 
NEW YORK. The plants are strong and robust, 
growing between four and five feet in height. I 
think one of the finest for the center of a bed. In 
color, scarlet with plum colored foliage. 25 cents 
each; $2.50 per dozen. 
SPECIAL CANNA OFFER. My entire collection of TEN CHOICE CANNAS, shipped, prepaid, to any part 
ofthe United States or Canada for $2.25. 
Sauromatum Simlense 
(Black Calla.) 
A rare and curious garden bulb, with odd flowers 
and luxuriant palm-like foliage. The spathe of this 
Calla-shaped flower is between one and two feet in 
length, with tapering point, and is of very large size. 
Color of bloom; green on the outside, inside yellow, 
spotted with purple; which makes it very curious. 
The foliage is very large; the leaf-stem being light 
green thickly dotted ,a deep green, making it very 
attractive and novel. The blossoms appear shortly 
after the bulbs are planted; followed by the luxuriant 
leaves that remain a curiosity the entire season. This 
is sometimes called “The Snake Lily” and is very 
rare. These plants create a genuine sensation. 
Price, prepaid, Each. Per dozen. 
Gigantic Bulbs. $. 75 $7.50 
Large Size Bulbs.50 5.00 
First Size Bulbs.35 3.50 
Second Size Bulbs.25 2.50 
Third Size Bulbs.15 1.50 
Caladium Esculentum 
(Elephant’s Ear) 
One of the most effective plants in cultivation for 
beds, borders, or for planting out upon the lawn; 
they are used extensively in many of the public parks, 
where their decorative value is greatly appreciated. 
To obtain the best results, it should be planted where 
it will obtain plenty of water and an abundance of 
rich compost. Frequent cultivation around the grow¬ 
ing plant insures the best results. When full size it 
stands from 6 to 10 feet in height, and bears immense 
light green leaves, 3 to 4 feet long by 1£ to feet 
wide. The size of the plant depends upon the size 
of the bulb, and its care. 
Price prepaid, 
Each 
Per dozen 
Gigantic Bulbs. 
. $.75 
$7.50 
Large Size Bulbs. 
.50 
5.00 
First Size Bulbs. 
.35 
3.50 
Second Size Bulbs . 
2.50 
Third Size Bulbs. 
. 15 
1.50 
Zephyranthes 
Zephyr Flower, or Fairy Lily. 
Beautiful dwarf, bulbous plant, very effective 
for masses or borders, flowering with great profusion 
during the summer. They are also suitable for pot 
culture. Six bulbs clustered in a 6-inch pot in the 
autumn will give a fine display during the winter— 
8 inches high. 
ZEPHYRANTHES. Crimson-scarlet, beautiful 
Amaryllis-like flowers, very effective. 20 cents 
each; $2.00 per dozen, prepaid. 
Island Heights Yacht Club, 
Island Heights, New Jersey, 
June 12th, 1919. 
My dear Mr. Alexander,— 
Received bulbs you so kindly replaced, and thank you 
for same. 
Am enclosing postage for the Parcel Post. 
Very truly, 
Mrs. P. W. Adler. 
__ T , 28 Berkeley St., Somerville, Mass., 
Mr. J. K. Alexander,— j une 12> 1919. 
Dear Sir,— 
Please accept my thanks for the prompt manner in which you adjusted the loss of my order for Dahlia 
bulbs, that was lost in the Parcel Post. 
I received the duplicate order that you so kindly sent on June 2nd and was greatly pleased with the fine 
collection sent. I am returning your letter to the Somerville Post Office and their letter, so you will have it for 
future reference. Your first order has not shown up as yet, but if it does, I assure you I will hand it to some of 
my friends that will use it as an ad for your Dahlia Farm, and also your square and upright dealing with your 
customer. Please excuse my negligence for not answering sooner. Again I wish to thank you, and beg to remain, 
Very truly yours, 
S. Irwin. 
Mr. J. K. Alexander, 
East Bridgewater, Mass. Malden, Mass., June 7, 1919. 
Dear Sir,— 
The Dahlia bulbs arrived and are doing fine. I should have ordered a larger variety, but am expecting to 
move shortly. Hope another season to be able to have another nice garden. Thanks for extra one. Shall prize 
it highly. 
Sincerely, 
_Mrs. A. B. Leighton. 
My dear Mr. Alexander,— 
11A Orchard St., Beachmont, Mass., 
June 10, 1919. 
I am rather late in acknowledging the box of bulbs you sent me. I am pleased to get a “Geisha” this 
season, and wish to thank you for the “Vivian” you sent gratis. 
All the bulbs you sent are up and growing well. My small garden was called the bright spot on the street 
last year. Y our Dahlias were admired by everyone passing by. 
Yours sincerely. 
E. F. Tolman. 
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