Autumn 1952 
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DEAR CUSTOMER AND FRIEND: 
When we think of shipping, we always wish it were 
possible that you could come to us directly and take 
home our nice big blooming plants in 2!/2 or 3-inch pots 
which we sell locally. It is gratifying to know that thou- 
sands of our eager fans have come from long distances 
and done exactly that. They always enjoy the thrilling 
sight of thousands of Saintpaulias in bloom. They are 
usually pleasantly surprised to find such exceptionally 
sturdy and well developed plants and spend some relaxing 
moments while admiring and selecting their long desired 
favorites. 
Yet, when it comes to all our friends who like Violets 
just as much, but simply cannot come because of distance 
or time, we had no choice but to do the next best thing. 
THAT IS SHIP. It actually took us years and many a 
special request to make up our minds, because we knew 
how difficult it would be to ship such tender plants. How- 
ever, taking all the care possible, our shipping service 
has been exceptionally successful and we have received 
countless favorable comments regarding it. Out of thou- 
sands of Violets shipped, only a very small percentage 
arrived broken or too damaged for recovery. Those we 
have made good. If you write to us immediately if some- 
thirg is wrong with your order, we gladly make adjust- 
ments. 
We are ready to send you the best. The Violets will 
have to be 2!/, inch plants. Take our word for it, most 
of them are well developed, many in bud or bloom. Ex- 
ceptions are some novelties where we run short because 
of unusually heavy demand. Then we take the next crop 
coming up rather than hold up your entire shipment. Also 
we have to pick smaller plants on some of the large- 
leafed types, such as Behnke Boy, Georgia Belle, or 
Duponts, as they do not ship well if too big. We ship in 
paper pots, which reduces the breakage of foliage. For 
shipping reasons we have omitted from this list several 
of the Supreme types. Your loss is not too great because 
many do not give you enough blossoms to make it worth- 
while. 
Wonderful comments on the excellent quality of our 
plants and the perfect condition upon arrival have been 
pouring in steadily. Therefore, you may order with full 
confidence, knowing that expert care is taken in shipping. 
