Dear Glad Friend: 2 
Again it is a pleasure to send you our 1948 list of gladiolus, which 
features many new varieties, and which is supported by larger stocks 
of other fine gladious. 
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY 
All quotations are subject to previous sale. We urge that you place 
your orders early so that you may not be disappointed. Each year 
we are unable to fill late orders for a number of varieties, Orders are 
segregated at once after being received, but will not be shipped until 
after danger of freezing is past, unless you request otherwise. However, 
bulbs can be sent any time desired. No substitutions will be made 
without your permission. If we are out of a variety you order, your 
money will be refunded—unless you give us permission to make a sub- 
stitution in size or variety. 
VARIETIES 
We grow Gladiolus because of the pleasure we derive from their 
culture. We are engaged in growing those which appeal to us as being 
the best varieties for one reason or another. 
In our opinion, each variety listed in our catalog has merit and 
is worthy of your consideration. As to whether you will like a particu- 
lar variety may depend on your personal preferences and the purpose 
for which you wish to use the flowers. Remember that the price is 
not an indication of the quality of the variety. Newer kinds must of 
necessity be higher in price because of scarcity of stock. We suggest 
that beginners start with tried and true varieties in order to avoid 
disappointment. Growers of more experience and fanciers will want to 
try the newer ones. 
OUR GUARANTEE 
All our stock is guaranteed to be healthy, vigorous, free from 
thrips, and true to name. You must be satisfied. If any stock is unsatis- 
factory, tell us and we will try to satisfy you. If you like our bulbs and 
service, tell your friends. 
GLAD-I-O-LUS:— 
Please pronounce this wonderful flower right. The accent on the O. 
GLAD-I-O-LUS and use the same form for both singular and 
plural. It hurts to hear one say GLADIOLA or GLADIOLIS! 
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