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Come to SEDALIA 
_ THOUSANDS OF OUR CUSTOMERS find 
it more convenient and satisfying to drive to 
Sedalia and do their garden and farm shopping 
right in our big seed store. 
MISSOURI’S FINE HIGHWAYS lead to 
Sedalia. We are centrally located, easily access- 
able. Our town is not so large that parking is 
dificult and Sedalia folks are genuinely hospit- 
able and anxious to serve you. 
YOU’LL FIND A FRIENDLY WELCOME 
AT ARCHIAS’. Our large staff of clerks are 
here to help you make your selections, to advise 
you in every way we can, and you'll find Mr. 
Archias right there, too, to greet you and to 
personally see that your every need is cared for. 
MISSOURI’S MOST COMPLETE SEED 
AND NURSERY STORE. You'll find every- 
thing you want. Seeds for your garden, field 
and lawn, flower seeds and bulbs, nursery stock, 
fruit trees and plants, insecticides, fertilizers, tools, 
yes, everything. You know we operate one of 
the FINEST GREENHOUSES AND NURS- 
ERIES in the State. Besides our cut flowers, we 
grow our own nursery stock and millions of vege- 
table plants. These are all available at our seed 
store and you are always welcome at the green- 
houses located at 4th and Park Ave. in Sedalia. 
USE THIS CATALOG and garden guide to 
make your selections. Bring your list along and 
have a most enjoyable and profitable trip at 
Archias’ in Sedalia. We'll be looking for you! 






























Needs You 

NOW! 
Produce Food for Victory 
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Do your part for America’s Defense by GROWESO Ate 
@f your own “VITAMIN RICH” VEGETABLES AND 
FRUITS. Feed your family fresh nutritious foods—raise plenty 
to can and store for next winter’s consumption. You'll not only 
add to the health of your family but help your government 
provide the necessary foods that will build National Defense. 

ARCHIAS’ 
MISSOURI 
ADAPTED 
SEEDS 
We Want 
your MAIL ORDERS 
See next page for easy instructions on how to order by mail. Your order 
will be filled promptly and we guarantee everything to reach you in a satis- 
fying condition. All prices quoted for present stocks and subject to change 
without notice. 
MISSOURI’S 
GARDENS 

FREE GIFT 
ARCHIAS’ GUARANTEE 
Because we grow and sell large quantities of seeds, nursery stock, etc., we can sell first 
quality stock at reasonable prices. Everything we ship you must please you or you may 
return the merchandise within five days for a full refund of the purchase price or have 
your order refilled without additional cost. 
NURSERY STOCK GUARANTEE 
Our nursery stock is carefully handled and full of vitality, under ordinary conditions 
should grow for you, but if it does not, we will replace it at one-half price the next 
season if you will notify us before June 10, 1942. See page 2 for standard seedsmen's 
non-wartranty. 

Be sure to select your free gifts as de- 
scribed on page 2. 

Big SPECIAL PREMIUMS at MISSOURI STATE FAIR 
Held in Sedalia During August, 1942 
Have some fun. Win some blue ribbons—and 
these fine awards. Anybody can enter. All we ask 
is that your entries be produced from Archias’ 
“*Sure’’ Seeds, Plants or Bulbs. Write the secretary 
of the Missouri State Fair or to us for entry blanks. 
Judging will be done by the regular Judge in the 1a 
various departments. ad 
HOME ECONOMICS DEPT. 
To Be Exhibited In Pint Colorless Glass Jars 
Exhibit of three or more of the subjects shown one 
on our catalog front cover. The products to be 
grown from this ‘‘Prepardness Garden Collection.” 
1st Prize: A special collection of trees and orna- | Ist 
mental nursery stock, value $6.00. 
2nd Prize: Four Chinese Elm Trees, 6 to 8 ft., 
five Spirea Van Houttei, 3 to 4 ft., value $5.00. | ist 
3rd Prize: Collection of hardy Chrysanthemum 2nd 
plants, value $2.50. 
NOTICE, SECRETARIES DISTRICT AND | | 224 
Largest Specimen Watermelon 
Plate of Three Largest and Most Perfect Specimens | ;., 
Archias’ ‘‘Topsall’’ Tomato ond 
Plate of Three Archias’ Missouri Giant Tomato 
Betas $1.00 collection of Garden Seeds ond 
Largest Pumpkin (any variety) 
Three Muskmelons (any variety) 
HORTICULTURE DEPT. | FLORICULTURE DEPT. 
Anyone having won two previous years in these 
Special Classes will not be eligible for entry. 
Most Complete and Finest Display of Perennial 
Garden Flowers 
Vet hoe ae cbises $1.00 collection of Flower Seeds 
Dds cenaus «ase aie ese .50 collection of Flower Seeds 
Most Complete and Finest Display of 
Annual. Flowers 
DB Lusher. have $1.00 collection of Flower Seeds 
.50 collection of Flower Seéds 
$1.00 collection of Garden Seeds | 
.50 collection of Garden Seeds 
$1.00 collection of Garden Seeds 
50 collection of Garden Seeds | Vase of Assorted Marigolds (not less than 
12 Flowers) 
BY tebe AS RAO NOIR aeaed $1.00 collection of Flower Seeds 
.50 collection of Flower Seeds 
.50 collection of Garden Seeds 
Vase of Giant Zinnias (not less than 12 Flowers) 
Ist -............$1.00 collection of Flower Seeds 
-50 collection of Flower Seeds 
Vase of Gladioli (not less than 6 Flowers) 
rier erererevatste aahg $1.00 collection of Flower Seeds 
.50 collection of Flower Seeds 
$1.00 collection of Garden Seeds 
50 collection of Garden Seeds | 2nd 
$1.00 collection of Garden Seeds | Ist 
.50 collection of Garden Seeds | 2nd 

COUNTY FAIRS: We want to furnish 
pre- 
miums FREE. To be offered at your fair for 
products grown from Archias’ ‘‘Sure’’ Seeds. 
Write for schedule. 

Note: All entries must be worthy of the award, 
in the judgment of the superintendent in charge of 
the department. 
Note: Because we offer many premiums at Fairs 
all over the State, items in the collections offered 
as premiums are pre-selected by ourselves and can- 
not be changed. No exceptions. 

