Our Yearly Greeting! 
Each year I set aside this page to pass a friendly word of 
greeting and good-will to our customers and friends. 
We, here at the farm are mindful of your patronage which 
has made this business a source of great pride to us—a feel- 
ing that comes from doing the job the best way we know 
how and living up to the expectations of the customers we 
serve. 
The world convulsion which now affects all of us warrants 
a statement that should guide your plant buying for this 
coming season. 
First: The shortage of labor makes a necessity of early order- 
ing as we may require a little longer time to fill orders. 
Second: There will be a shortage of some varieties. 
Third: All varieties may not be available later. 
Fourth: Increased cost of farm labor is quite naturally reflected 
in higher prices. 
From the above you will see the necessity for early action 
on your part but in all cases, we will do our best to get your 
orders out promptly. 
A survey of our plants at this time promises high average 
quality in our forthcoming crops. 
When you place your order it will be our responsibility 
to see that you get only freshly dug, true to type, strong. 
hardy plants in keeping with our policy. 
Best wishes, 
JAY H. SHIVERS. 
P. 8S. Probably tire and gas rationing may keep you off the 
road but there is a standing invitation and welcome sign 
to visit the Shivers’ Plant Farms if you are ever near. 
AR Ag ba 
