BAY STATE BULB COMPANY 
Mansfield, Mass. 
We do not aim to become the largest grow¬ 
ers of gladiolus in the country notwithstanding 
our business increased in volume during the 
past number of years. 
It is however our earnest desire to produce 
and sell the best gladiolus bulbs capable of 
being grown; to build up a business established 
upon sound foundation of merit and fair deal¬ 
ing. 
We strive to be worthy of the confidence of 
every patron; to warrant the assurance that 
every order, large or small will be filled with 
the best quality of varieties true to name and 
size, with an absolute guarantee of satisfac¬ 
tion. 
We would like to meet each of our patrons 
personally and thank you for your kind coop¬ 
eration that has made our present success pos¬ 
sible but as we cannot do that we take this op¬ 
portunity to assure you that we appreciate it 
and pledge ourselves to serve you conscient¬ 
iously as the years go by. 
Culture directions will be sent with each 
order shipped. 
You will confer a mutual favor if when plac¬ 
ing your orders you send us the names of two 
or three friends who are lovers and growers of 
beautiful flowers, that we may send them our 
catalogue. 
Wishing you much pleasure and success in 
^•he culture of the “King of Flowers” this year 
we are, 
Cordially yours, 
BAY STATE BULB CO. 
