

Greetings: 
It has always been my earnest desire to provide 
American growers with some of the finer varieties 
so rarely offered in other catalogs, and although 
my catalog was very favorably received last year, 
it contained only a portion of the fine and worth- 
while varieties I have gathered from all over the 
world, so I am very happy this year to be able to 
present for the first time, many choice varieties, 
consequently I have increased my listings and 
ean now offer you an unsurpassed collection of 
foreign varieties. 
Realizing how much care customers take in 
selecting their varieties, every order is given my 
personal attention and with my improved method 
of packing, every plant reaches you in perfect 
condition. 
All stock is guaranteed. to be true to name, free 
from disease, and in good growing condition upon 
arrival. I assume no responsibility other than 
replacement. 
I do not SUBSTITUTE — remittance is re- 
turned immediately, if I am unable to furnish 
variety ordered. 
All prices are NET. 
Cash or twenty-five percent deposit with order, 
balance at shipping time. 
In all other parts of the United States we pay 
the regular postage, but the customer should send 
thirty-five cents for Special Delivery. 
Residents in Ohio must include the three per- 
cent sales tax. 
Potted plants will not be sent via mail, express 
or freight. However, plants removed from pots, 
soil thoroughly washed off, carefully protected 
by dampened moss and wrapped in wax paper 
will be sent via mail, express or freight. Plants 
thus received, if immediately potted using a good 
potting soil consisting of half soil and half humus, 
leaf mold, or compost, thoroughly watered and 
set in a shady location will satisfactorily thrive in 
the field. This foregoing declaration is made only 
after years of experimentation. By this means of 
sending plants, the loss in transit is infinitesimal 
and little or no disappointment to the customer. 
I sincerely thank you for your confidence dur- 
ing the past year, and hope you are looking for- 
ward to another fine Dahlia Season. 


