
This view, taken three years ago at the home of Mr. Walter Malley on St. Ronan Street, New 
Haven, reflects peace and beauty. Any garden, large or small, can have its own beauty 
National Conference Sets Goal of 20,000,000 Victory Gardens for 1945 
The National Victory Garden Conference was called by the War Food Administration and the De- 
partment of Agriculture in Washington, November 28 and 29. War Food Administrator Marvin Jones 
complimented the nation’s Victory Gardeners on their achievements.to date. However, Mr. Jones said 
in reference to the food situation, that 35 per cent less canned vegetables would be available to civilians 
in 1945. He continued, “we are likely to need tremendous quantities of food long after the war is 
ended. We cannot afford to take a chance on not having enough. The men or women who grow Vic- 
tory Gardens not only serve their country but themselves. This war cannot be won without food. It is as 
essential as guns. During the past year urban, suburban and rural gardeners have produced over 40 per 
cent of the fresh vegetables, thus saving shipping space, transportation, labor, packaging and at the same 
time contributing to better nutrition. We are asking them to equal this record in 1945.” 
The Conference also recommended the accelerated trend toward growing of ornamentals be recog- 
nized and encouraged without neglecting food crops, so that everyone may enjoy a full and satisfying 
gardening experience. 

Satisfaction from your victory garden for the winter months 


