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‘ing costs to all of us will make sales resistance all the 
greater. We therefore feel that we must cooperate with 
our dealers and make the best possible prices during 
- these difficult years, so that a sufficient turnover can be 
- maintained in quality bulbs. 
Our own answer to all the problems of higher costs 
has been increased production of the best varieties. We 
have eliminated hundreds of varieties of daffodils, 
lilies and, in a smaller degree, iris, so that we could give 
our full attention to the outstanding lots. In doing this 
we have strengthened our mixtures so that they now 
represent a value that cannot be equalled by any other 
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cultivators and tractors, can be used to full advantage. - 
We believe that we are now as close to “in line” pro- 
duction of bulbs as is compatible with quality material. 
All savings effected by our higher efficiency have found — 
expression in lower prices and in better values in n the : “ 
present list. | eae: 
In conclusion, we want to thank y you most “gincerel 
for your patronage ‘and help during the past year, 
Since we realize that it is only through you that we 
can function, we value your cooperation and friendship — 
all the more. If possible, the writer will call on you Ss = 
some time next spEng to-discuss your needs. es 
grower. At the same time, this reduction in the num- ~ Sincerely YOUrS sm < oe ae 
ber of lots has enabled us to streamline our operations, Gresham, Oregon ae JAN DE GRAAFF, President = Ris 
so that our new grading equipment, as well as our new January, 1949 Ep OrEcon BuLB FARMS es 5 


‘Join The North American Lily Society 
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The N orth American Lily Society was organized in 

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July 1947, “‘to promote interest in the genus Lilium, 
scientific research in its breeding and culture, standard- 
ization-of its varietal names, the dissemination of in- 
formation concerning the above and to promote such 
other purposes as may advance the culture of lilies.” 
' All persons interested in lilies are cordially invited 
to. become members of the Society. ae member- 
ship is $3.00. eet ' “yt 
Advantages of mecakerebin? 
‘1. Association with others keenly interested in the 
culture of lilies. The membership lists in the year- 
books will provide many contacts throughout 
North America. 
2. Opportunity to receive the annual yearbooks and — 
, to contribute articles for publication. 
3. Attendance at Field Days that will be held ine 
different parts of the country where displays of — 
lilies may be seen. Field Days may be organized — 
by the Society or by regional groups. ~ ~~ 
4. Access to expert advice on problems of lily cul- 
ture. Inquiries addressed to the Secretary will be 
forwarded to those best qualified to answer them. 






















“Applications for membership in the er accom te, 
panied by remittance of dues, should be sent to the 
Treasurer, Dr. Philip meters Plant Industry gag 
pial Md. 

