E ARE proud to send you our new illustrated 
wholesale catalog for 1953-54. In response to 
many requests we are presenting in color as 
many as possible of the varieties on our list. 
There are just not to be had adequate pictures of all 
varieties of roses grown commercially. Following each 
set of pictures are the names and descriptions of those 
varieties in our list which are not illustrated. Many of 
these are ever popular, old and new, roses you will 
know and recognize. Don’t fail to note these lists as 
they contain names you will want to include in your 
order. 
All America Rose Selections winners are identified 
THE GIFT OF THE ROSE 
I walked in the garden 
Early this morn. 
My eyes soon rested 
On a rose, new-born. 
The bud was perfect, 
It was without flaw. 
I gazed enraptured, 
Completely in awe! 
Its pure, matchless beauty 
Held me silent and wondering 
Could this treasure be mine 
In spite of my blundering? 
The thought came to me 
As I stood in repose, 
God surely loved people 
To give them the rose! 
VERONA E. WEEKS 
with the AARS symbol. This is a mark of distinct quali- 
fication as these roses are severely tested throughout 
the United States and judged on merit by experienced, 
critical horticulturists. 
We take this opportunity once again to thank you for 
the privilege of serving you in the nursery business. 
The constancy of your friendship and patronage is 
rich reward for our hard work and sincere effort in 
striving to give you quality plants and prompt, faithful 
service. You understand and help when things go 
wrong; you applaud when the performance is good. 
We pledge our continued effort toward bringing you 
better plants and better service. 
WE CANNOT STRESS TOO MUCH THE IMPORTANCE OF ORDERING EARLY 
WHILE VARIETY SELECTION IS COMPLETE 
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Office and Nursery Headquarters 
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Phone: 630182 
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