HOUSE AND GARDEN 
May, 
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STRONG POINTS 
A CHAIN is no stronger than its weakest link. A wire fence will last' no 
longer than the unprotected spots which begin to rust as soon as they are 
exposed to the weather. 
Excelsior “Rust-Proof” Fence 
is- strong at every point —in the tensile strength of the materials, in the 
securitv of the lock joint construction, in the method of erecting the posts 
and of' attaching the fence fabric. But the strongest point of all in favor of 
Excelsior "Rust-proof” is the pure zinc coating which is applied after the 
fence is made, because it prolongs the life of the fence indefinitely. 
Buy from any hardware dealer: but first write to the factory for 
illustrated catalog “C” and sample showing the "Rust-Proof ” finish. 
WRIGHT WIRE CO., WORCESTER, MASS. 
INEXPENSIVE COTTAGE CURTAINS 
The finest assortment of Lace Window Curtains and Draperies to be 
seen in the United States, is here on display. 
Every desirable material for beautifying the interior of the home is 
represented in our department devoted to Furnishings and Decorations. 
SPECIALS 
No. 5694 — Dainty White Curtains, made from good quality Swiss with Insertion of 
Filet Lace, 36 inches wide, 2Vz yards long, per pair.$1.90 
No. 11096 — Scrim and Filet Curtains, especially appropriate for Living and Dining 
Rooms, made of fine quality striped Scrim. 44 inches wide. ZV 2 yards long. White or 
Ecru, per pair ........... $4.50 
FREE DELIVERY — We will deliver these curtains zvithout charge for 
mail or express anywhere in the United States 
McGIBBON & CO. 
3 WEST 37th STREET NEW YORK 
JUST OFF FIFTH AVENUE 
For Quick, Sure Results 
Buy Moon’s Hardy Plants 
T T’S surprising what quick results a few of our well-rooted, strongly- 
- L grown, hardy plants will produce for you. No garden, for in¬ 
stance is quite complete without Phlox and Iris, now so much in 
favor. Of both these we have a truly choice lot this year. 
By way of further suggestion, why don’t you let us send you an 
assortment of 12 Hardy Chrysanthemums—the rarer kinds that are 
so welcome in their October bloom, after Jack Frost has played 
havoc with everything else. 
Starting in with Iris and ending with Chrysanthemums, you can, 
by adding a few other plants, have one perpetual round of bloom the 
whole glad Summer through. 
All Moon’s hardy plants should bloom the first season. 
_ Send for our catalog. It is rich in planting suggestions of all 
kinds. The prices are decidedly reasonable for such superior stock. 
Get your hardy plants and trees now, or you will have to wait 
till Fall for safe planting. 
The William H. Moon Co. 
Makefield Place, Morrisville, Pa. 
Philadelphia Office, Room "D,” 21 South 12th St. 
Use Oxide of Zinc 
Paints 
Good Paint Costs Nothing 
(Dutch Proverb ) 
OOD paint is paint that effectively 
beautifies and i protects surfaces. 
Unpainted structures rapidly deteriorate. 
Good paint preserves them. Good 
paints all contain Oxide of Zinc. 
THE NEW JERSEY ZINC COMPANY 
33 Wall Street, New York 
We do not make paint. 
A list of paint manufac¬ 
turers sent free on request. 
In writing to advertisers Please mention House & Garden. 
