GREETINGS FOR 1941 
It affords us great pleasure to present our 194] 
Catalogue and to tell you of our New Introductions 
and all our other Dahlias, which were so greatly ad- 
mired again by the millions of visitors at our Golden 
Gate International Exposition in San Francisco on 
Treasure Island, in the beautiful Hall of Flowers; 
and in the gardens where large plantings of our large 
Dahhas gave such glorious color. 
Our Dahlias won the “Certificate of Merit” again 
this year, and we had a continuous Dahlia show from 
the opening of the World’s Fair on May 25th until 
the closing day, September 29th; 60 exhibits in all. 
Extract from letter sent to us from California Com- 
mission of the G. G. I. E.: “Those who knew Treas- 
ure Island will have memories indeed and such mem- 
ories will most certainly include the Hall of Flowers. 
In such a moment those of the California Commis- 
sion, which sponsored the Hall of Flowers, will know 
true appreciation of the valuable services you so graci- 
ously extended thereto and which contributed so 
greatly to its success. 
“Your untiring efforts in creating and maintaining 
a beautiful exhibit throughout the entire Exposition 
period of eighteen weeks is worthy of commendation. 
May I therefore bring you this word of praise and ap- 
preciation on behalf of the California Commission.” 
We showed all types of Dahlias from Pompons, Col- 
larettes and Miniatures to gigantic blooms 16 inches in 
diameter. 
Our Dahlias won 31 Prizes in 1940. First Prize for 
Best 25 Blooms of one Variety on “CLAIRE MORTI- 
MER”; First for Best 12 Blooms one Variety California 
Origin on “FRANK WERNER”; for Artistic Display; 
2 Firsts on Pompons; First on Single »-Dahliasmas 
“UNION JACK”; and many others. A Blue Ribbon on 
“FRANK WERNER” in Sacramento State Fair. 
With Best Wishes for 1941, 
Sincerely, 
ALICE MEUSSDORFFER;? 
IMPORTANT 
Order Early—Shipments are made about April Ist unless 
otherwise specified. ALL shipments before April Ist, except on 
the Pacific Coast, are sent EXPRESS COLULE@Giitpaineiuce 
against freezing. 
We Guarantee that all roots are sent true to name and in good 
growing condition. We do not sell clumps or green plants. 
Terms—Cash with order or before shipment. On Retail Or- 
ders for California delivery, 3% should be added to cover 
SALES TAX. On Retail Orders less. than $2.00 add 25c to 
cover postage and packing. 
Wholesale Growers are entitled to one-third discount if iden- 
tified by business stationery. 
Write or print Name and Address plainly. 
Abbreviations—Dahlia Classifications: F.D., Formal Deco- 
rative; 1.D., Informal Decorative; S.C., Semi-CGactis: sing 
miniature; Pom., pompon. 
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