ASHFORD, MCDOWELL CO., N. C. 
July, 1934 
Dear Customer: 
Enclosed herewith partial Inventory Grade Count. This with 
catalog offerings, represents what we believe to be the largest and most 
complete stock of Native Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Plants in existence. 
Some of our surplus stocks must be reduced to make room for 
young plant material coming on in our Nurseries. To induce early buying 
we have decided to allow Special Sale Prices on all orders placed in July 
and August, for August, September and later Autumn delivery at proper 
time. It is therefore requested that you look over this Inventory at 
your early convenience and let us have list of stock you can use. Very 
lowest bargain prices will be promptly quoted in accordance with sizes, 
grades and quantities wanted. 
Special Freight allowance will apply on carload orders 
placed in July and August. Let us figure on your requirements now for 
Fall planting. Will make it to your advantage to buy now. 
August, September and Autumn planting is recommended for 
best results. This will enable the roots to get established before 
Winter, and start growing in early Spring before Spring planted stock 
overcomes the setback of transplanting. Autumn planted Natives bloom 
well the first year and may save disappointment later. 
All growing conditions have been very favorable this season 
to make high quality Nursery Stock in Gardens of the Blue Ridge. We are 
much better prepared than ever before to serve our customers acceptably. 
If we have pleased you in the past, tell your neighbors 
and friends. They might want to order with you to make up carload to 
take advantage of special bargain prices and saving in Freight. May we 
quote you attractive prices now on your requirements for Fall delivery? 
Or what would be better, arrange if possible to visit our Nurseries, 
and make personal selection from our various stocks best suited to your 
needs. Our doors are wide open to welcome you. 
Appreciating past patronage and recommending ourselves to 
your service, with guaranteed satisfaction in all business relations and 
hoping to have the pleasure of hearing from you promptly, we 
Your 
are 
XBBINS, 
President 
