from Holland to Virginia in 1745. From thence they moved on to the wild frontier of 
Indiana in the late 1820’s. The Cowgers, Mrs. Houdyshel’s own family, became 
residents of Iowa in the 1830's. 
“Mrs. Houdyshel, in 1877, emigrated in a covered wagon to the unbroken plains of 
Kansas. Those were real pioneer times in what was then the far west. 
“It was shortly after the turn of.the century that the Houdyshels came to Pomona. 
Mrs. Houdyshel became one of the strong leaders of the First Baptist church of Pomona. 
She was also one of the most active workers of the Woman’s Relief corps, an auxiliary 
of the Civil War veterans’ organization. 
“On moving to Glendale her deep interest and able leadership on behalf of the 
veterans resulted in her becoming an official of the California-Nevada district of the 
W.R.C. and chaplain of the national organization. 
“She applied for and received the appointment as a special pension attorney for 
Southern California. Scores of pensions for veterans and their widows were obtained 
by her, and her services were always gratis. In many cases, she assumed all or part of 
the expense. } 
“Her death at the age of 88 years and 4 months causes sorrow to the relatives and 
friends, but it leaves a record that stands as a shining example of Christian motherhood 
that so badly needs to be emphasized today thruout the world.” 
Mother left children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and even one great-great 
grandson. There were five generations when she was living. 
Iam wishing for you all good health, success with your flowers and in all things 
and for all people, Peace in 1945. 
Sincerely, 
Cecil Houdyshel. 
TERMS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR ORDERING 
Read the following carefully. It will avoid delay or misunderstanding. 
Sales Tax. California customers must add 22% for state sales tax. 
Order Early. Late planting is less favorable but better than not at all. 
Remit with order by check or M. O. Currency or coins are acceptable but we are 
not responsible if lost. Stamps reluctantly accepted at 8% discount. Please do not ask 
for credit. 
C. O. D. We do not ship C. O. D. The fees have recently been doubled. Now 
a $1.00 order will cost the customer $1.34 when delivered C. O. D. Besides extra work 
for us. 
Postage prepaid on orders of $1.00 or over. Under $1.00 add 10c extra for 
handling. 
Insurance, 10c extra for orders up to $5.00. 20c for orders $5.00 to $25.00. Under 
present conditions, parcel post is not as safe as formerly and we can guarantee delivery 
only on insured parcels. Therefore we advise you to insure. Insurance does not, 
however, cover freezing in transit. 
Express is much safer and is advised for large or valuable shipments especially in 
very cold weather in north. But it is usually a little more expensive and we ship by 
express only at your expense. We will add extra bulbs on express shipments, of large 
orders. On small orders, we advise you to add about 10% or more for postage on 
heavier packing, when the shipment is likely to encounter freezing temperatures. 
Wholesale. If dealers will send a list of wants and the quantities, we will quote 
if our stocks permit. We hope we can issue a wholesale Bulletin, July 1, as formerly. 
Use your business stationery. 
The Garden Club Bulletin is out for the duration. We do not have enough labor 
to take care of much more than the orders received at regular retail prices. This 
results from a 50% to 100% increase in our retail business in most months without 
the corresponding increase in available help. Many clubs take advantage of our quantity 
rates, per doz. or per 100 and express satisfaction. We do our best to please. 
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