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SCHOON’S 
HARDSHELL 
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NEW SCHOON’S HARDSHELL MUSKMELON .... HounIoPane dave eed 
muskmelon of the Bender type, maturing in 90 days. Especially valuable for its extra 
hard shell as it will stand up better than most muskmelons for shipping. Of a large 
size, weighing 6 to 7 pounds and measuring 8 by 7 inches, deeply ribbed it is covered, 
except on its distinct stripes, with a hard, greyish-yellow, rope like netting. When ma- 
ture the rind is a beautiful golden-yellow. The flesh is medium grained, thick, a rich 
red-salmon color and of excellent flavor. 
Prices Prepaid: Oz. 25c; 1% lb. 80c; 2 lb. $1.40; 1 Ib. $2.50; 2 Ibs. $4.75; 5 Ibs. $11.00; 10 lbs. $20.00. 
| NSIN .... 85 days. This fine muskmelon was developed from a 
PRIDE OF WISCONS cross of Honey Rock and Hearts of Gold. It combines 
the tough, hard rind of the Honey Rock with the depth of flesh of Hearts of Gold. 
Will stand shipping moderate distances. The rind is hard, slate colored and covered 
with a very distinct coarse, irregular, loosely laced grey netting. The flesh is very 
thick, firm, orange colored and of wonderful quality. The seed cavity is small and the 
seeds closely packed. Weighing about 434 pounds it will measure 6% by 6 inches. 
Prices Prepaid: Oz. 20c: %4 lb. 65c; 12 lb. $1.20; 1 lb. $2.00; 2 Ibs. $3.75: 5 lbs. $8.75; 10 lbs. $16.00. 
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. . . 88 days. All-America trials gave this melon Honor- 
QUEEN OFS COLORADO able Mention Award in 1939. A development from 
Pride of Wisconsin it is mostly oval in shape, weighs about 5 pounds and measures 7 
by 614 inches. The rind is very hard, pearl-gray in color, with a most distinctive, coarse, 
loosely laced grey netting and is slightly ribbed. The flesh is very thick and solid, of a 
bright orange color with a small seed cavity; of superior eating qualities. A good shipper 
for short distances it is fast becoming a favorite in the East and Central states. You will 
make no mistake in trying this fine addition to the Muskmelon family, your trade will 
enjoy the luscious flavor. Our seed is hand-cut from superior melons. 
Prices Prepaid: Oz. 25c; % lb. 75c; 12 lb. $1.30; 1 Ib. $2.25; 2 Ibs. $4.25; 5 lbs. $9.75: 10 lbs. $18.00. 
HONEY ROCK or SUGAR ROCK... 89 days. Winner of a Gold Medal, All- 
America Selections, in 1933. This melon 
continues to be a favorite in the central states. A good shipper for short distances. Rind 
is tough, hard and brittle, with a very coarse, irregular net; grey-green in color it turns 
a golden-yellow when ripe. Flesh is medium thick, deep salmon, juicy and of excellent 
flavor. Medium in size it weighs about 34% pounds and measures 6 by 5% inches. 
Prices Prepaid: Oz. 20c: % lb. 65c: 12 lb. $1.20; 1 Ib. $2.00; 2 Ibs. $3.75: 5 lbs. $8.75; 10 Ibs. $16.00. 
