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The year 1940 marks the 35th anniversary of Burnett Brothers, Inc., In 1905, George A. Burnett, 
the active head of the firm today, founded the business at 101 West Street, which was in those days a very 
busy section of downtown Manhattan. Guided by the founder whose integrity, horticultural knowledge 
and reliability won him the respect of a large clientele, the enterprise proved to be a success from the start. 
Mr. G. A. Burnett’s personality established a host of friendships, many of which he values highly to this day. 
After 3 years on West Street, handicapped by a lack of space, the firm moved to 72 Cortlandt Street. Another 
6 years found the ever-growing business at 98 Chambers Street. In 1918, our President, capitalizing on a 
hope he had cherished for years, acquired the entire building at 92 Chambers Street. Here the necessary 
facilities for carrying on a complete seed business were found, and the firm has continued at this address to 
the present day. At this time we wish to thank our numerous patrons and friends for their support in the 
past, and we solicit their continued trade and confidence for the future. Our motto “RELIABLE SEEDS 
AND PROMPT SERVICE” is more than a mere phrase. It is a standard of efficiency retained through the 
years upon which our success as seedsmen has been established. Special care is taken that all seeds sent out 
by us are true to name and of the highest germinating qualities. The fact that we are in constant and close 
touch with the leading seed growers, nurserymen, etc., of the horticultural world, makes it possible for us to 
offer you the highest quality merchandise. 
WE TAKE PRIDE IN THE FACT THAT 
OUR VEGETABLE SEEDS of extra selected stock are procured from the most competent growers 
in the country. 
OUR FLOWER SEEDS are carefully selected from the finest strains obtainable, and have given the 
utmost satisfaction wherever grown. We have received many testimonials vouching for their superiority. 
OUR LAWN SEED MIXTURES have a national reputation for quality. Composed of the finest 
recleaned grasses, they insure a beautiful velvety and permanent lawn. We stand by our slogan— 
“THE HOUSE FAMOUS FOR LAWN GRASS SEED” 
BURNETT BROS., INC. 
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When Cash Accompanies Order 
We deliver all Flower Seeds, Vegetable Seeds, Grass 
Seeds and Bulbs free to your Post Office, Express or Freight 
Station within a radius of 300 miles from New York City, 
reserving the right to choose the method of transportation. 
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We recommend to you the services of Samuel A. Burnett 
who is well equipped to advise and assist you in the 
making of new gardens or the renovation of established 
plantings. He is available at any time and anxious to 
serve you. 
CjaSidenesiA, &4npJxufment SesuUce 
To employers of gardeners, estate superintendents, green¬ 
house assistants or such persons seeking these positions: 
we maintain a register of competent men of high character 
and ability and solicit your inquiries for this service. No 
charge is made to either employer or employee. 
Due to price fluctuations on agricultural supplies dur¬ 
ing the present period of readjustment, it is impossible to 
guarantee prices contained in this catalogue. However, we 
will endeavor to protect our customers to the fullest extent 
against such increases whenever possible. 
NON-WARRANTY—We give no warranty, express or implied, as to description, quality, pro¬ 
ductiveness, or any other matter of any seeds, bulbs or plants we send out, and we will not be 
in any way responsible for the crops. If the purchaser does not accept the goods on these terms, 
they are at once to be returned. All claims should be made within 10 days of receipt of goods. 
feusinett fenjotltesiA, One. 
92 CHAMBERS STREET 
NEW YORK 
FOR PROMPT SERVICE —PHONE BARCLAY 7-6138 
