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; ae ee een SORE 1948 — 
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Another year has rolled pfoune Bae in our 52 years in pune ee 
ness we cannot remember a time when Mother N ature has done a ‘e 
better job of mixing up the weather. o Ae 
The Farmer could not get on his land to plant fis ‘seed ule we ae : 
the very wet spring. The Retailer was unable to dispose of his 
seed stock on hand. The Wholesaler was’ caught i in the middle.» a = 
And the Seed Growers in many sections of the ‘country were not — 
only hampered by the wet weather early, but had a hot, ae spell 
later on to be followed by a very early freeze. ike 
In addition to. the effect of unfavorable weather. she an as 
growing season, American seed stocks will be further reduced by a 
‘the shipment of large quantities of seeds to Europe under the 
Marshall Plan and by the European Gift Seed Package program > eo ee 
now being sponsored by the American Seed Trade Association. 
As a result of all this, several varieties of seed are short this 
spring or cannot be obtained at all. It is suggested that when 
you order additional quantities, you mention a substitute where ~ 
ever possible. This is particularly true on Peas, Beans, and Corn. © 
But what about the demand for seeds this’ spring? Given . 
favorable planting weather, we believe the demand this year will © 
be unusually high. High food costs, which promise to go even. 
higher, will drive more people to gardening i in an effort to raise 
some of their own food. 
Since we are facing a re poteniial damane wit ah 
depleted by bad weather in 1947 and shipments to Europe, we 
suggest that you anticipate your requirements and order early to 
insure an adequate supply. We have listed the more important 
varieties. Select from them, those that are most commonly used _ 
in your locality. Where the price does not appear, we are sold 
out or have a very limited supply. | : 
We realize that many of our dealers have a carry over of 
seeds from last year. If you are in this position we wish to re- 
mind you that most states require vegetable seeds offered for. sale 
to be tested and dated. 
We trust that Mother Nature will be more kind to all of us 
this season and that we may have the pleasure of continuing to 
serve you on your requirements. 
With best ahi for a successful year, 
_ THE PAGE SEED CO. 





