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“THE TRUCKER WHO PROFITS USES MASSER’S SEEDS” 
1934 
T omatoes— Continued 
TRUE GIANT PONDEROSA. The fruits are so very solid 
and luscious for family gardens. The tomatoes are of 
extra fine quality for slicing. The vines are of strong growth 
and bear well. The deep purple fruits are oblong in form, 
generally ridged or ribbed. They are solidly fleshy, with small 
seed-cells; of extra sweet flavor. Pkt., 5c.; M oz., 20c.; 
oz., 51c. 
JOHN BAER. This variety was introduced a few years ago 
and commanded, when first placed on the market, $1.00 per 
small packet. It is positively without exception the earliest 
tomato that we know of. The plant is very dwarf, growing in 
tree form and frequently the plants have small tomatoes on 
while yet in pots ready to be set out. The fruit is bright red 
and of medium size; its chief value lies in its earliness. Pkt., 
5c.; r /i oz., 15c.; oz., 35c. 
BONNY BEST. One of the most prolific of early tomatoes. 
The size is not so large, but it is very solid and evenly formed. 
Color, a beautiful bright red. Pkt., 5c.; x /i oz., 15c.; oz., 35c. 
ACME. This is an old variety of medium size, spreading, up¬ 
right growth. Fruits are produced ii clusters of from three 
to five, somewhat flattened and show a tendency to grow ir¬ 
regular. The skin is an even purple-red color, while the flesh 
is dark red, fine in texture and slightly acid. Pkt., 5c.; }-£ oz., 
15c.; oz., 40c. 
PRESERVING TOMATOES. The following small-fruited 
varieties are used for making preserves and are also quite orna¬ 
mental. Pear-shaped Red, Pear-shaped Yellow, Yellow 
Plum, Yellow Cherry, Red Cherry, Red Currant, Red 
Peach, Strawberry or Ground Cherry. Each, 5c. per pkt., 
60c. per oz. 
The Best Turnips 
Culture. For early, sow seed of flat varieties in open ground 
In spring in drills one foot or more apart, using seed sparingly. 
Thin to 3 or 4 inches apart. For succession sow every two weeks 
until June. For Fall and Winter sow in July and August. A 
good crop may often be grown by scattering seed thinly in the 
cornfield at last cultivation. 
LONG WHITE OR COW-HORN. Rather slender, tapering 
roots, six to eight inches in length, measuring one and one-half 
to two inches in diameter at the shoulder and usually slightly 
curved in form. The roots grow half their length above the 
surface and are pure white, with crisp, sweet flesh. Pkt., 5c.; 
oz.. 15c.: M lb.. 20c.: lh.. 50c. 
RED, OR PURPLE TOP. 
(STRAP LEAVED). A vari¬ 
ety of the easiest culture 
and a general favorite with 
all; will do well sown either 
broadcast or in drills and 
will form good-sized bulbs. 
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; lb., 
20c.; lb., 50c. 
RED-TOP WHITE GLOBE. 
This grows very quickly to 
large size; root even and 
regular in form and of most 
handsome appearance. The 
bulbs will measure six inches 
and more in diameter, being 
of perfectly globe form, the 
upper portion is of rich 
purplish red and the lower 
half clear, creamy white. 
Flesh white, firm and crisp, 
of mild flavor. Pkt., 5c.; 
oz., 10c.; M lb*. 20c.; lb.. 
50c. 
WHITE EGG. A splendid table variety, growing to a good size 
and of finest quality. Skin clear white, tender and most orna¬ 
mental in appearance when washed for market. The flesh is 
fine grained and of mild, sweet flavor. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 
M lb., 20c.; lb., 90c. 
Tobacco 
LARGE YELLOW OR AMBLER GLOBE. A splendid variety 
which grows to a large size. The smooth, oval bulbs are thick 
and broad at the shoulder. The skin is smooth and of a pale 
amber color, while the flesh is of a rich, creamy yellow and of 
excellent flavor. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; lb., 20c.; lb., 50c. 
EXTRA-EARLY PURPLE TOP MILAN. This celebrated 
foreign variety is the earliest strap-leaved turnip in cultivation; 
flesh pure white, purple top, of flat form and excellent quality. 
Highly recommended for an early crop. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; 
H lb., 25c.; lb., 75c. 
Red Top White Globe Turnip 
Seed 
Red or Purple Top 
Leaved Turnip 
Tobacco is one of the most profitable crops and with the present 
high prices its cultivation should be seriously considered by every 
armer whose soil and climate are suited to its culture. 
CONNECTICUT SEED LEAF. An old, well-known variety. 
Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.; lb., $1.10; lb., $3.50. 
Water 
Plant in hills 10 feet apart each way or in drills 10 feet apart, 
dropping one seed every 3 feet. A little land plaster dusted over 
the young plants will keep beetles away. Watermelons require 
planting after the soil has become thoroughly warm, say about 
May 10th, in the latitude of Philadelphia. 
DIXIE. The name attaches to this variety a peculiar recollection 
of things truly Southern, where this melon is at home. 'Tis one 
of the old-time favorites, roundish-long in shape. The skin 
is dark green, mottled light; the flesh is very sweet and ripens 
LANCASTER COUNTY BROADLEAF. More largely grown 
than any other in Lancaster County. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 35c.; 
lb., $3.50. 
HAVANA. Grown from seed imported from Vuelta de Abajo. 
Pkt., 10c.; oz., 50c.; M lb., $1.50; lb., $5.00. 
Melons 
close to the rind. Pkt., 5c.; 10c. per oz.; lb., 30c.; lb.. 
75c. 
HALBERT HONEY. An ideal family garden or home market 
melon. The long fruits with blunt ends are very large and weigh 
often 50 pounds, the rind is very thin dark, green, while the flesh 
is a rich crimson. It tastes like a sugar stick and it melts under 
pressure of the tongue. It is very prolific and is altogether a 
first-rater. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 15c.; lb., 30c.; lb., 75c. 
OLD SEED+NONTESTED SEED=FAILURE 
