Major Edward Bowes and His Amateur Hour 
and Stewart Gladiolus 
VIEW OF STAGE, OPENING NIGHT, RADIO THEATRE, NEW YORK CITY 
On vSeptember 17, 1936, The Major gave his initial program for 
the Chrysler Corporation in his new studio on Broadway, New York 
City, a truly gala event. It was our privilege to decorate the entire 
stage with Stewart gladiolus for the occasion. Three giant baskets 
of our variety Major Bowes at strategic points on the stage were verv 
effective and received special mention over the air, in addition to his 
most favorable remarks on the entire display. After growing this variety 
in his garden this year, he still considers it “overwhelmingly beautiful.” 
Phyllis McQuiston (1933) 
This gorgeous pure pink variety of our origination, illustrated on 
our front cover page, has been the source of many most gratifying 
letters of commendation. It has proven conclusively that it is a 
thorughly consistent grower for all. In the garden it grows freely and 
easily, producing its tall, erect spikes and its large pure pink flowers, that 
are enjoyed fully by the many who have grown it. 
The blue ribbon spike of Phyllis McQuiston at the American 
Gladiolus Society Show was grown by an amateur who had but one 
bulb of the variety. The spike and ensemble was grand, spike tall and 
strong (they are always straight) carrying 22 buds, with eight mammoth 
and perfectly placed flowers open at one time. He will receive as a reward 
for his effort a bulb of Major Bowes; we wish him continued success. 
Commercial growers and florists are enthusiastic with their 
praise of its rare beauty, strong growing habits and its ability to stand 
heat and shipping. In the greenhouse this variety has proven that it 
has no peer, repeatedly producing 100% first quality spikes and 
flowers. Truly this variety is thoroughly practical as well as a gor¬ 
geously beautiful variety and you too can and should both enjoy and 
profit with Phyllis McQuiston. This variety has been shown at all 
the large shows and many others from Chicago to New York, always 
receiving the highest honors and the praise of all. 
For prices on Phyllis McQuiston see Retail page 20. Wholesale page 28. 
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