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SCHOON’S HARD-SHELL BENDER 
A new strain of the favorite Bender’s Surprise melon, which we introduced 
to the trade. Like the original strain of Bender’s Surprise, it is a large melon, 
slightly oblong, with coarse netting and distinctly ribbed, but it has the 
added virtue of having a tough, hard shell, which makes it an excellent 
variety for shipping to distant markets. It has bright salmon-colored flesh 
and the best flavor to be found. Weighs from 5 to 8 pounds or more. Pkt. 10c; 
0zZ) 30c3717, lb. 75¢5.1b. $2.50. 
