1900

94. SEED CATALOGUE AND GARDEN GUIDE.

[image] UNIVERSAL DOUBLE WHEEL HOE.

Tools and Implements. To reduce the cost of gardening it is necessary to have the best tools. A good wheel hoe is as much superior to a common hoe for cultivating a garden as a mowing machine to the sickle in the hay field. All of the following tools have been thoroughly tested, and for their own particular class of work, have given splendid satisfaction. Price on most tools is somewhat higher this year owing to increased cost of manufacture. If you desire it, we will send illustrated and descriptive circular of Planet Jr. and Matthews' tools. MATTHEWS' UNIVERSAL MODEL COMBINED DRILL.--We are convinced that this new tool is one of the best. For many years we used the Matthews' Seed Drill on our own farm, and this is improved in many ways. It sows perfectly all kinds of seed at any depth with mechanical precision, covering and rolling it down in the most approved manner; has a very complete set of cultivating attachments consisting of plows, hoes, rakes and cultivator teeth as shown in cut. Can be used either with one or two wheels and the seed hopper is detachable. Price only $8.50; thus making it the cheapest combined drill and cultivator on the market.

[image] MATTHEWS' UNIVERSAL MODEL COMBINED DRILL.

UNIVERSAL DOUBLE WHEEL HOE.--A greatly improved implement which will work both sides of the row at once in a most thorough manner. It has all the attachments shown in cut consisting of one pair each of hoes, plows, rakes, narrow cultivator teeth, and wide cultivator teeth. Also a pair of leaf lifters or vine guards which are quite a help when plants become large. The adjustable arch not only forms a means for gauging the depth of work to be performed; but, by an ingenious device enables the teeth to be pitched at any angle desired. This is especially advantageous for the hoe attachments, which are by far the most used of all. It is thoroughly well made and does all kinds of small cultivating to perfection. Price only $5.25. We can also furnish this tool with only one pair of hoe blades for $3.75. PLANET JR. NO. 17, SINGLE WHEEL HOE.--Same as No. 15 except that it has only one pair of hoes, three cultivator teeth and a plow. This is just the right assortment of tools for a family garden and the new No. 17 will doubtless be very popular. Price only $4.75. Rakes extra 75c per pair.

PLANET JR. NO. 4 COMBINED SEEDER AND CULTIVATOR.--This latest improved tool is giving good satisfaction and it has many good points. It will drop the seed either in a continuous row or in hills, 6, 9, 12, 18 and 36 inches apart. The drill is easily detached and the tool frame substituted. Has all the attachments shown in cut. Price complete $12.00. As a drill only, $8.50. Attachments can afterwards be purchased for $4.00 to make a complete machine. PLANET JR. NO. 15 SINGLE WHEEL HOE.--The same as above only without the drill attachment. Price $7.25. PLANET JR. NO. 1 COMBINED DRILL AND CULTIVATOR.--This is the most popular tool we have ever sold. As a plow it opens furrows, covers them, hills, plows to and from, etc. As a hoe, it works safely to and from both sides of the row at once, or between rows. As a cultivator it is admirably adapted to deep mellowing of the soil. It sows all garden seed accurately at the desired depth. Each machine is sent out with the tools shown in the cut. Price $10.50.

[images] PLANET JR. NO. 8 HORSE HOE. NO. 17 SINGLE WHEEL HOE. NO. 12 DOUBLE WHEEL HOE. NO. 1 COMBINED DRILL. NO. 4 COMBINED SEEDER AND CULTIVATOR.

PLANET JR. NO. 12 DOUBLE WHEEL HOE.--This most practical tool is made for gardeners. The arch is high enough to enable the operator to work both sides of the row at once until plants are eighteen inches high, then the wheels can be set to run close together and work between the rows. It will do the work of six men with ordinary hand hoes. Price $7.25. Rakes extra 75c per pair. PLANET JR. NO. 8 HORSE HOE.--Probably no other cultivating machine is so widely known as the "Planet Jr." Combined Horse Hoe and Cultivator, for it is in use throughout the civilized world. It is so strongly built as to stand incredible strain, yet it is light and easy to handle. The No. 8 combines all the latest improvements. Levers adjusting it in width and regulating the depth. Ask for circular giving full description. Price $10.00. PLANET JR. TWELVE-TOOTH HARROW.--For fine cultivation, either deep or shallow, this has no equal. The recurved throat and high frame prevent clogging, and the reverse position is given to the teeth in a short time by changing a single bolt in each. It is provided with a pulverizer which leaves ground in fine condition. Price $10.00 or without pulverizer $8.75. The Strawberry Runner Cutter, (also good for sweet potato vines) shown in cut is an extra. Price $1.75.

[image] PLANET JR. TWELVE TOOTH HARROW AND PULVERIZER

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ACME SEED DRILL.--A nice little machine which has been tested in all parts of the U. S. It will sow beet, cabbage, carrot, celery, lettuce, radish, turnip and all such seeds with perfect regularity. It is simple in construction and by its use you will save time, save seed, make the work easier and get a better stand. If a longer handle is desired it can easily be attached, but we make them short for convenience in shipping. Price $1.25 or to persons who order seeds from us also, the price will be only $1.00, charges prepaid.

PLANET JR. NO. 3 SEED DRILL.--We regard this drill as the acme of perfection, and most decidedly the best seed sower made. It will sow perfectly either in a continuous row or drop the seed in hills either 4, 6, 8, 12 or 24 inches apart. It opens the furrow, drops in hills or drills, covers, rolls down and marks the next row all at one operation. It has a force feed, sows equally well whether the hopper is full or contains only a paper of seed. Price $11.00. McGEE GARDEN CULTIVATOR or SPRING HOE.--Has two wheels connected by an arch attached to frames by a lateral spring, enabling the user to almost "finger-weed" the crop, as the machine is under such complete control. Onion growers claim that this is the best cultivator for onions. With each tool there is a pair of knives that operate as hoes, and a pair of cultivators. Price $4.50. HAWKEYE JR. CULTIVATOR.--We have thoroughly tested this new hand cultivator on our own place for three years and now take pleasure in offering it to our customers. It is light, strong, well made on a new principle, easily adjusted, and works with the least amount of exertion on part of operator so that a lady or boy can use it. Tbe adjustable hoe blades are made of the best crucible spring steel, ground and polished; the plow is of the best shape, the "eagle claw" cultivating teeth seem to be perfectly adapted to the work. Price complete $5.00.

[image] HAWKEYE JR. CULTIVATOR

[image] DAISY WHEEL HOE.

DAISY WHEEL HOE.--A new tool which has been thoroughly tested and we are sure it will please everyone. The blade, which is of best steel, has two cutting edges and is pivoted so that it cuts with both the forward and backward stroke. It will cut out between plants in the row, and is adapted to all work required of such a tool. Only $1.50.

IOWA SEED COMPANY, DES MOINES, IOWA. 95.

Harness the "Old Man" Up! And have him help you make garden this year with one of our FIREFLY PLOWS

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This is one of the nicest little tools imaginable. With it you can plow the ground, even if hard, by attaching ropes to the eyelet holes on each side of the wheel. It makes the care of the vegetable garden a pleasure, and 10,000 families who could not find time to keep a garden if attempting its cultivation with an ordinary hand hoe can raise their own vegetables successfully with the Firefly. Will both plow the garden and attend to the cultivating and weeding throughout the season. The moldboard is tempered and polished steel. Price only $2.50. LITTLE GIANT HAND BROADCAST SEED SOWER.--Simple iu [in] construction, light, strong and durable, and the easiest running machine known, having no feed plate to carry, and only weighing three pounds complete. Will sow orchard grass, clover, timothy, wheat, etc. Even if you have only a small field to sow it will pay you to have one of these so as to get it distributed evenly. Each $1.50. IOWA BROADCAST SOWER.--An improvement on the Little Giant in that it retains its valuable characteristics, but instead of working with a fiddle-bow, it is operated with a crank. Price $2.00.

[image] LITTLE GIANT

"HANDY" CORN SHELLER.--Heretofore hand corn shellers have been sold for $2.50 to $4.00 and the sale was, of course, limited. We predict a great run for this new kind which we now offer to our customers, as it is simple, strong, convenient and cheap. Can be used for shelling seed corn, popcorn, corn for chickens, etc. Weight 15 pounds. Price $1.75.

[image] "HANDY" CORN SHELLER.

EUREKA POTATO PLANTER.--The best hand potato planter that we know of as it does the work perfectly. Also plants beans and seed corn equal to any corn planter. Price $1.25.

[image] EUREKA POTATO PLANTER.

[image] REDDICK MOLE TRAP.

REDDICK MOLE TRAP.--If you are bothered with moles, you should purchase one of these traps. It is undoubtedly the best trap made and no mole can pass under it and live. We have used this trap on our own place for three years and consider it by far the best pattern on the market. Price only $1.00. KELLY PRUNING SHEARS.--Best for picking grapes, as it holds the bunch firmly until dropped in basket, enabling operator to do double the work. Price 75c, postpaid.

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HOTBED THERMOMETER.--A tested ten-inch thermometer, incased in a round wood tube with open face and pointed brass bottom.--Each $1.00. TREE LABELS.--3 1/2 inch, notched, 1,000 for 50c. POT LABELS.--4-inch, pointed; per 1,000 for 60c. RAFFIA.--Excellent for tying asparagus and other vegetables. Gardeners should try this. Per lb. 25c. 10 lbs. $2.00. GARDEN TROWELS.--5-in. 10c, by mail 15c; 6-in. 15c, by mail 20c. FLORIST TROWELS.--Extra heavy, 40c, by mail 50c.

ROTARY CORN PLANTER.--Decidedly the best hand corn planter made, and a very desirable implement for those who have but a small field or need to replant their ground. It puts the corn exactly where you want it and at a proper depth. It is easily worked and a most satisfactory tool in every way. Price $1.50. CONCAVED AND CURVED POTATO KNIFE.--For cutting seed potatoes. It is thin and of the right shape to cut one, two and three eye pieces fast and not crack the tuber nor injure the germs. Price 35c each postpaid.

[image] POTATO KNIFE.

TRELLISES.--15c to $2.00 each. WATER'S TREE PRUNER.--The standard make; with 6 ft. pole, 80c; 8 ft., $1.00; 10 ft., $1.20.

[image] EXCELSIOR WEEDING HOOK.

GARDENING TOOLS.--We have a great variety of ordinary and new shapes of hoes, rakes, lawn rakes, spades and all kinds of garden tools at reasonable prices.

[image] ROTARY PLANTER.

LAWN MOWERS.--The best pattern. Ask for circulars and prices. EXCELSIOR WEEDING HOOK.--Can be used to great advantage among small and tender plants. Price 10c, doz. $1.10, or postpaid for 20c each. HAZELTINE'S WEEDER.--Blade is solid steel, oil tempered and has five sharp edges. Price 30c, or postpaid for 35c each. LANG'S HAND WEEDER.--It is, in our opinion, the best weeder made. Its special advantages over all other weeders of this class is that it has a band which passes over the fingers which, when the tool is not in use, gives full use to the hand for pulling weeds and thinning out plants without laying down the tool. Price 25c; $2.50 per doz.; 30c each, postpaid.

[image] LANG'S HAND WEEDER HANDIEST TOOL ON EARTH. 30¢ BY MAIL PREPAID

WIRE BRACKETS.--This new pattern is a very cheap and handsome bracket made of tinned wire. It is easily put up, adjustable, can be instantly removed, is simple, practical and durable. Price, 4-inch, 10c each, $1.00 per doz.; 5-inch, 12c each, $1.25 per doz.; 6-inch, 15c each, $1.50 per doz.

[image] NO. 10 PLANT STAND.

WIRE PLANT STANDS.--For strength, beauty of design and superior finish, our stands are unexcelled, if equaled. The No. 10, illustrated herewith, is a very popular style. Price only $4.50, or without the arch for $3.50. Other styles at low prices. Illustrated list free.

[image] WIRE BRACKET.

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SCREW BIRD CAGE HOOK.--The most popular style as it is inconspicuous, neat, cheap and makes only one hole in casing. Nice for bird cages or hanging baskets. Each 5c. Postpaid 12c.

WIRE WINDOW SHELVES.--These can be fastened to window frames either inside or outside. They are strong and attractive, 36 in. long, 6 or 7 in. wide. The border is not as high as the engraving shows. Price $1.00 each.

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96. SEED CATALOGUE AND GARDEN GUIDE.

[image] MICA CRYSTAL GRIT

POULTRY SUPPLIES. We handle a complete line of poultry supplies of the best quality. Prices are subject to important market changes. We will be glad to name special figures on large lots. Transportation charges to be paid by purchaser except where noted. Ask for complete list. CRUSHED OYSTER SHELLS.--This is a most important article for the poultry yard and should be supplied to the fowls liberally. Of superior quality. Your hens will keep healthier, lay better, and eggs will be more fertile if supplied with it. Price, 10 lbs. 25c; 25 lbs. 40c, 100 lbs. $1.00.

MICA CRYSTAL GRIT.--This has proved to be the best on the market. It is hard, sharp and instead of grinding smooth like an ordinary stone it breaks off in such a way that it stays sharp. It is unequaled for poultry, pigeons and turkeys. Price 10 lbs. 25c; 25 lbs. 40c; 100 lbs. $1.00. CONKEY'S ROUP CURE.--Claimed to be the only remedy that will postively cure roup in all its forms. It is guaranteed by the manufacturer. Full directions with each package. One package will make twenty-five gallons of medicine. Price [5?]c. By mail 55c. POULTRY WIRE NETTING.--The best made, thoroughly galvanized to prevent rusting, properly twisted, made of No. 19 wire and of 2-inch mesh. It is put up in rolls of 150 feet in length. Owing to unsettled state of the market we would prefer to have you write for prices stating size and quantity desired.

CRUSHED RAW BONE.--Really better than the shell, but it will pay to use both. Of the best quality, being manufactured from fresh bones. Price, 10 lbs. 50c; 25 lbs. $1.00; 100 lbs. $3.00. FINE BONE MEAL.--Ground fine for feeding small chickens, also used as a lawn fertilizer. Price, 10 lbs. 45c; 25 lbs. 85c; 100 lbs. $2.75.

[image] PHILADELPHIA POULTRY MARKER.

PHILADELPHIA POULTRY MARKER.--A very convenient little spring punch, as shown in cut, for marking chickens. Price 25c, postpaid.

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[image] PRATTS POULTRY FOOD TRADE MARK REGISTERED

[image] DRINKING FOUNTAIN.

STONEWARE DRINKING FOUNTAINS.--To keep the water cool and clean and prevent the birds from getting wet. Price, two-quart size, 25c, doz. $2.50; gallon size, 35c, doz. $3.50; two-gallon size 50c, dozen $5.00. PRATT'S POULTRY FOOD.--Will keep hens in good health and cure chicken cholera and other diseases of chickens and turkeys. It is a splendid egg food, endorsed by leading poultry raisers. It makes larger fowls, quicken the growth of young chicks, and sickly broods are never seen where it is used. Per 5-lb. pkg. 60c; 26 oz. pkg. 25c, postpaid 55c. Trial size 10c, postpaid 19c. EUREKA VERMIN KILLER.--This new preparation has been thoroughly tested locally for three years with the best results and we are sure it will please our customers everywhere. It is put up in large packages containing three pounds of the powder which can be used for dusting through the feathers or into the corners of the poultry house. It is, however, as a Liquid Lice Killer that most of our customers use it. Mix one pkg. with two gallons of kerosene and apply to the roosts, nest boxes, dropping boards, etc., with a brush. Pkg. 50c.

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IOWA LEG BAND.--Made of soft, pliable brass band which is far superior to any other material. The loop is bent up in such a shape that the strap part of the band is easily inserted and fastened and can be instantly adjusted to fit any bird from a pigeon to a turkey. Numbered with plain large figures. Price 20c per doz. $1.00 per 100 postpaid. INCUBATORS.--We can furnish the best make at factory prices. Write stating size wanted and we will quote. LAMBERT'S DEATH TO LICE.--A cheap and effectual remedy for all kinds of poultry vermin, moths, lice on horses, cattle or plants, fleas on dogs, etc. Price per pkg. of about 1 lb. 25c, or by mail for 40c. Trial size 10c, or 20c postpaid. CAPONIZING INSTRUMENTS.--Set $2.50 by mail.

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GAPE WORM EXRACTOR.--Price, each 15c, 4 for 50c, postpaid. GALVANIZED STAPLES--For fastening wire poultry netting, 10c per lb. GLASS NEST EGGS.--5c each, 35c per doz., 4 doz. for $1.00. SPONGIA TABLETS.--For roup. Doz. 10c, 4 doz. for 25c, postpaid.

TESTED THERMOMETERS.--For incubators. Each 80c, postpaid. CLOVER MEAL.--10 lbs. 40c; 25 lbs. 65c; 100 lbs. $2.00. DAISY BONE CUTTER.--Best for cutting green or fresh bone. Price $15.00 or without legs $13.00. CROWN BONE CUTTER. On stand $8.50. WILSON BONE MILL NO. 1.--Will grind either shell or dry bone and crack wheat or corn for the little chickens; grind charcoal to mix in soft feed; grind dry bread, etc. Price, $5; our price $4.50.

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FRENCH POULTRY KILLING KNIFE.--Best and most humane method of killing. 50c postpaid. EUREKA POULTRY TONIC.--This is a poultry food, medicine and tonic combined which has been thoroughly tested for several years past and given universal satisfaction. It keeps the fowls in good health, cures the ordinary diseases and has no superior as an egg producer. Price per three pound box 50 cents.

FRUIT PACKAGES. Being the oldest and largest dealers in the west in fruit packages, we can furnish you the best stock made, at low prices. Prices are subject to change during season.

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BERRY BOXES.--Made of the best white wood, heart stock, cut smoothly, and perfect shape; size 4 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 3 7/8, and will hold a wine measure quart. The bottom is set up for ventilation. They are usually put up in bundles of 500 boxes complete for shipment, and are all ready for putting together, which can be done very rapidly. We furnish 500 at the 1,000 rate; broken bundles at the 100 rate. Price per 100 35c; per 1,000 $2.75. If a large lot is wanted ask for price. ANNEALED TACKS.--For making boxes, per lb. 25c; 5 lbs. $1.00. FORMS.--To make boxes on. 25c each. MAGNETIC TACK HAMMER.--Picks up the tacks and saves much of the labor. Price 15c each. CRATES.--Made of thoroughly seasoned stock, well ventilated at sides and bottom; but with tight cover to protect from dust. We always ship in the flat or "knock down. They make cheap, strong and neat packages holding 16 or 24 quart boxes. 16-quart crates per 10 85c, per 100 $7.25; 24-quart crates per 10 $1.00; per 100 $8.25. CRATE NAILS--Of barbed wire and far superior to any other. 12 lbs. (will make 100 crates) for $1.00. WIRE STAPLING MACHINE.--$25.00. STAPLING WIRE.--Per lb. 15c; coil of 12 lbs. $1.00; 5 coils or more at 80c.

CLIMAX GRAPE BASKET.--Illustrated herewith is the best for shipping grapes, cherries, etc. It is of the standard 8 lb. size making a strong but light package. Baskets are nested for shipment with the covers and bent handles in separate packages; 10 for 50c; 25 for $1.00; 100 for $3.00. Ask for prices in large lots. DIAMOND MARKET BASKET--Per doz. 40c; 10 doz. $3.50.

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BEE SUPPLIES. Best quality of everything in this line, mostly Root's manufacture; if a large lot is wanted send list for prices. No. 1 Dovetailed Hive.--1 1/2 story hive for comb honey; a body with eight improved Hoffman thick-top frames and plain division board; one super with a follower and wedge; six section-holders with slotted separators, section and foundation starters for frames and sections, and nails. Price, made, $2.10 each. In flat, $1.65; 10 or more @ $1.35 each. No. 1 Hive Empty--Is the same hive leaving out sections and starters; everything else mentioned is included. Price, made, $1.75 each; flat, $1.40; 10 or more @ $1.15.

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Honey Sections--4 1/4 in., 100 50c; 1,000 $3.50. Comb Foundation--Brood 50c lb. Surplus 60c lb. Postage 25c per lb. extra. Daisy Foundation Fastener--$1.00. Novice Honey Extractor--$8.00. Parker's Foundation Fastener--25c each; By mail 40c. Porter's Bee Escape--25c each postpaid. Clark's Cold Blast Smoker-- 50c each; by mail 70c. Tested Queens Can ship after April 1st, $1.50 each. No. 2 Veil--To protect from bees; 50c each postpaid. A B C of Bee Culture-- $1.25 postpaid. Daisy Foundation Roller--15c; by mail 18c; Spur Wire Imbedder--15c; by mail 18c. Alley Queen Trap--50c; by mail 65c. Other kinds at Root's prices.

IOWA SEED COMPANY, DES MOINES, IOWA. 97.

[image] DAISY SPRAYING PUMP.

DAISY SPRAYING PUMP.--This popular little sprayer is shown by our illustration. We sell hundreds of these pumps which are used for spraying insecticides and whitewash in the poultry house, also for spraying fruit trees and plants. Can be changed so as to throw a solid stream of water 20 to 30 feet high and used for washing windows, buggies, etc. Price only $1.00. LIGHTNING ATOMIZER NO. 2.--Decidedly the best insect exterminator on the market. Made of the best brass with double tube and has double the capacity of any other atomizer that we know of, thoroughly covering a very wide space at each action of the handle, and the spray is so fine that it thoroughly covers both under and upper side of leaves, and everywhere that insects can find lodgment. The spray is so fine that one quart of liquid will spray 1,000 hills of potatoes. Invaluable for spraying plums, grapes, currants, melons and all other fruit and vegetable plants. We consider it fully equal to the more expensive machines for this purpose which are sold at $12.00 to $15.00 each. Price only $1.00; postage 25c each additional.

[image] Lightning Atomizer No. 2.

LIGHTNING ATOMIZER NO. 1.--Similar to above, but of cheaper material, and single tube. Price 60c; postage 30c additional. FREE.--With each atomizer we send a circular explaining how to destroy all kinds of insects on trees, fruit, flowers and vegetable crops. PERFECT PLANT FOOD.--An unsurpassed fertilizer for plants, which is prepared especially for plants grown in the house, garden or conservatory; clean, largely soluble in water, producing healthy plants, free from vermin, and early and abundant blossoms. Per lb. pkg. 25c, postpaid for 40c; 1/2 lb. pkg. 15c, postpaid for 25c.

SCOLLAY'S RUBBER SPRINKLERS.--Indispensable for floral work. Excellent for washing the foliage of house plants, and used largely for sprinkling clothes. Standard size, each... $1.00; postpaid $1.10. Small size, each... .60; postpaid .70. RUBBER HOSE.--Good strong quality which will please you. Per roll of 50 feet $6.00.

[image] SCOLLAY SPRINKLER.

Bowker's Ammoniated FOOD FOR FLOWERS A fertilizer made especially for plants grown in the house, garden or conservatory; clean, free from offensive odor, largely soluble in water, producing healthy plants, and early and abundant blossoms, to which it imparts a rich and brilliant color. It starts plants at once into a vigorous and healthy growth and drives worms and insects from the soil. Large box containing sufficient for 20 plants for one year, 25c, or postpaid 40c. Small pkg. 15c, postpaid 25c. HAMMOND'S SLUG SHOT.--A combination of the most potent insecticides and soluble plant food. It destroys all insects injurious to house and garden plants, shrubs, trees, vines, potatoes, melons, cabbages, currants and vegetebles and fruits of all kinds. This preparation, though poisonous to insects, does not injure the foliage in the least, and acts in some measure as a fertilizer to the plants. When you order your seeds, if you have not tried Hammond's Slug Shot, order a five or ten lb. pkg. and use it as per directions given with each pkg. Not prepaid, 5 lbs. 30c; 10 lbs. 60c; 25 lbs. or more at 5c per lb.; by mail, postpaid, 1 lb. 25c, 4 lbs. 90c.

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[image] TRADE MARK.

DUSTERS.--For Hammond's Slug Shot, each 35c. SULPHO-TOBACCO SOAP.--In our test this has proved the most effective of any insecticide and is perfectly safe to use. Its chief ingredient is the gum of the richest Virginia and Kentucky leaf tobacco. It is formed of whale oil and sulphur, in a soluble state, into a soap. The soap is easily dissolved in warm or cold water. Per 8 oz. pkg. 25c, or by mail, postpaid, 35c. Trial package 10c, or by mail 13c. FLUTED FLOWER POTS.--A handsome new pattern. Price is the same as for common, plain pots, so they are sure to be popular. The following prices per dozen are for pots and saucers: 4-inch, 60c; 5-inch, 75c; 6-inch, $1.00; 7-inch, $1.50; 8-inch, $2.40; 9-inch $3.00. We make no charge for packing or delivering at the depot here. All orders for these must amount to at least $1.00. Many styles of handsome pots, hanging baskets, jardiniers and vases at very low prices. PERPETUATED PALMS.--These plants are made up of the natural palm leaves similar to the Latana Borbonica illustrated on colored pages of this book. The leaves are colored a natural green and made up into plants with fibre stems. They look very natural and keep nice for many years. Small 5-leaf plants $1.25, larger $2.00, large 7 leaf plants $3.

[image] FLUTED FLOWER POT.

CHILDREN'S GARDENING SETS.--Good, well made tools for the children. We sell thousands of these sets to our local customers. Can only be sent by express or freight. Price 10c, 25c, 50c, and $1.00 per set.

LAWN FERTILIZER.--A plant food which will force a luxuriant growth, also a very desirable and beneficial fertilizer for garden use; 10 lbs. 60c, 25 lbs. $1.00, 50 lbs. $1.85, 100 lbs. $3.50, by freight or express.

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TYRIAN PLANT SPRINKLER.--With it you can, without injuring your plants or soaking the earth, quickly sprinkle them. It will render valuable aid in keeping the foliage fresh and healthy and free from insects of all kinds. The bent neck enables you to spray the under side of the leaves which are usually the insects' hiding place. Postpaid for 75c each.

VALUABLE BOOKS. It will pay you to read some of the following books which are sent postpaid on receipt of price. Henderson's Gardening for Profit--New edition. By Peter Henderson. Price $2.00. Onions: How to Raise Them Profitably. Being the practical details by seventeen practical onion growers. Price 20c. The A B C of Potato Culture--By T. B. Terry. Revised. Price 40c. Tomato Culture--By A. I. Root. 135 pages. Price 35c. Celery for Profit--A new book by T. Greiner. Price 20c. Vegetable Gardening--By S. B. Green. A most practical book which is thoroughly up to date. 220 pages. Price $1.25. New Onion Culture--How to produce big crops by the new system. By T. Greiner. Price 50c. Asparagus Culture--A quite complete book. Price 50c. Fitz's Sweet Potato Culture--Cloth. Price 60c. E. P. Roe's Play and Profit in my Garden--Price $1.50. Henderson's Practical Floriculture--New edition. Price $1.50. Fuller's Grape Culturist--By A. S. Fuller. Price $1.50. Fuller's Small Fruit Culturist.--Price $1.50. Clover Farming.--A complete hand book on Clover by Henry Wallace. Price 35c. Uncle Henry's Letters to Farm Boys.--Farmers should present a copy of this book to their boys to help fit them for life. Price 35c. Canning and Preserving.--By Mrs. S. T. Rorer. Price 40c. The Dahlia.--The only American book on this subject, and it is a clear, concise, yet a comprehensive treatise. Beautifully illustrated. Should be in the hands of everyone. Price 50c. Our price only 25c. Feathered Pets.--A most complete new book on Canaries, Parrots and all kinds of cage birds. 140 pages. Cloth 75c; paper 25c. Aquaria.--A 64-page book on the care of Gold Fish, Aquariums, breeding fish profitably, etc. Cloth 50c; paper 15c. Practical Poultry Keeper.--A very popular little book. Price 10c. Some of Lee's Ideas.--On poultry breeding--illustrated. Price 25c. Possum Creek Poultry Club.--By Uncle Rastus (J. H. Davis.) A humorous book of 110 pages on poultry culture. Price 35c. Pigeon Queries.--Of interest to pigeon breeders. Price 25c. 500 Questions and Answers.--On poultry breeding. Price 25c. A B C of Poultry.--A practical book for the beginner. Price 25c. Low Cost Poultry Houses.--Plans and specifications. Price 25c. SPECIAL.--Any five of the above 25c books for $1.00.

The Earth Not Wanted! Grow Them in Jadoo. This is a new material for growing plants in and its great value has been testified to by thousands of persons during the past few years. Jadoo Fibre is far superior to any other material for potting plants in. It is light and loose so that the roots penetrate it easily. It will retain far more moisture than any soil and is a substitute for earth containing far more plant nutriment than the most richly fertilized soil that plants could live in. It can be mixed half and half with soil if desired. We use it to some extent in our own greenhouses and recommend it very highly to our customers. Price 30 cents per lb., 3 lbs. for 75c., by mail postpaid. By express or freight per lb. 10c, 3 lbs. 25c, 10 lbs. 60c, 25 lbs. $1.00.

98. SEED CATALOGUE AND GARDEN GUIDE.

[image] MEXICAN DOUBLE YELLOW HEAD PARROT.

BIRDS. "Little dewdrops of Celestial Melody." The companionship of a bird has brightened the life of many a tired, over-worked mother on whom the daily cares and burdens rested heavily. The music of a good singer makes the whole house more cheerful and every member of the family enjoys the pure, clear notes of a happy little song bird. At all seasons of the year our stock is the best obtainable and we specially invite the patronage of those who are well posted and can appreciate a bird of superior quality. Our bird department is as complete as any bird store in the country and our prices are lower than most others. Ask for complete illustrated catalogue. We ship birds safely to the most distant parts of the United States. Express charges to be paid by purchaser on all goods on this page except where stated. Prices are subject to change. HARTZ MOUNTAIN CANARIES.--These are a specialty with us. They are bred in Germany, high up among the Hartz Mountains, and are famous for their clear, pure, beautiful song, which is a restful melody. There is no comparison between these and the common American "screeching" canary, whose choppy notes are at times almost ear-splitting. They are perfectly happy in the cage, require little care, and are more hardy than any other bird. Choicest male birds $3.00 each. Second grade birds $2.25 each. Female Canaries.--For breeding, $1.00 and $1.50 each, according to plumage.

[image] HARTZ MOUNTAIN CANARY.

MEXICAN DOUBLE YELLOW HEAD PARROT.--This is the most popular and most generally satisfactory of all species of parrots. If the teaching of these birds begins when they are young, they learn to talk quite readily and become very fluent. The bird's body is of dark beautiful green color with bright red, and some blue feathers on the edges of the wings and tail. On top of the head there is a spot of yellow and this spot gradually extends over the head. This bird is frequently called the operatic star owing to his natural gift of song. Usual price $15.00 each. During the summer price for young birds is lower. OTHER PARROTS.--We can usually furnish other breeds at $5.00 to $25.00 each. Educated parrots $15.00 to $40.00 each. When you are ready to buy ask for list of birds in stock and prices.

[image] IDEAL BRASS CAGE.

IDEAL BRASS CAGE.--One of the most elegant cages ever sent out. The brass screen cloth around the bottom prevents scattering of seed or gravel. Size 6x9, $2.00; 7x10, $2.75; 8 3/8 x 11 3/8, $3.25; 8 3/8 x 11 3/8, fancy top like cut, $5.00. ROUND PARROT CAGES.--Strong, handsome and thoroughly well made. 12 inches in diameter $1.50; 13 in. $2.00; 14 in. $2.50; 16 in. $3.25; 18 in. $4.25. MOCKING BIRD CAGES.--Wood frame 17 inches long $2.00; 19 in. $2.25; 21 in. $2.50; 24 in. $2.75; 26 in. $3.00. BIRD CAGE SPRINGS.--Brass 10 cents each postpaid. CUTTLE BONE.--Large piece with holder 7 cents; doz. 60 cents postpaid. WIRE NESTS.--10 cents postpaid. BIRD NESTING.--10c per pkg. postpaid. TOY BELLS.--For birds, 7 cents postpaid. PILOT CRACKERS.--Made especially for parrots, without yeast, salt or shortening. Also a desirable food for dispeptics. 15 cts. per lb. By mail 30 cts. per lb.

[image] MOCKING BIRD.

MOCKING BIRD.--The most beautiful songster of all American birds and has wonderful powers of mimicry. It is a general favorite the world over. They have the powers of mimicry in a remarkable degree, and will imitate any sound which they hear, whether it be a canary, nightingale, or the cry of the katydid, the squeaking of a pump-handle, the squealing of a pig or the midnight call of a cat. Nice healthy young birds $3.00 each. Older birds beginning to sing, $7.50 each. NONPAREIL.--Sometimes called "Painted Bunting," on account of its brilliant coloring. $2.50 each.

BIRD SEED. But few persons are aware how much a bird's health and consequently its song, depends upon the selection of seed. To the eye or the inexperienced buyer there appears to be but little difference. The mixed bird seed in most stores is the cheapest quality obtainable--often old, hard or musty. As you value the life of your bird feed only our superior bird seed. SUPERIOR MIXED BIRD SEED.--This is a specialty with us and we sell tons of it. Price per lb. 10c; 3 lbs. 25; 13 lbs. $1.00; 50 lbs. $3.50; 100 lbs. $6.75. Postage 10c per lb. extra. GERMAN SUMMER RAPE.--Fed largely to trained canaries. Same price as above. SICILY CANARY.--Best recleaned. Same price. MAMMOTH RUSSIAN SUNFLOWER.--Same price. MIXED PARROT SEED.--Best. Same price. PREPARED MOCKING BIRD FOOD.--Best food on the market for all soft billed birds. Per large can 35 cents, postpaid 50 cents. IDEAL BIRD GRAVEL.--Of superior quality. Per 2 lb. can 10c; $1.00 per doz. Postage 32c per can extra.

[image] FOOD HOLDER SHOWING A SONG RESTORER.

ST. ANDREASBERG ROLLER CANARIES.--These birds are without doubt the finest songsters in the world. Their tones are sweet, round and full, consisting of delightful bell-notes, low water bubble, charming flute notes, long, silvery trills and whistling. They can be taught to whistle a tune and their most restful music continually delights and surprises one by its many changes. They are an ideal bird for an invalid and are often presented by our customers to sick friends. Each $5.00. RED BIRD or CARDINAL.--A handsome bird with bright red plumage. Whistles so nicely that it is sometimes called the Virginia Nightingale. Price $2.50 each; females $2.00 each. EUROPEAN GOLDFINCH.--The most delightful of parlor birds. Has brilliant plumage and usually an excellent song. $2.50 each.

[image] IMPROVED BRASS CAGE.

IMPROVED BRASS CAGES.--Thoroughly well made and decidedly better than painted cages for birds. Sizes 5 1/4 x 8 1/2 in. 75c; 6x9 $1.00; 6 1/2 x 9 1/2 $1.25; 7x10 $1.50; 7 3/4 x 10 3/4 $2.00; 8 1/4 x 11 1/2 $2.50. Fancy styles and larger sizes $2.00 to $5.00 each. BIRD INSECT DESTROYER.--Per pkg. 10 cents postpaid. SONG RESTORER.--This bird food is an excellent tonic as well. Very good to sustain the voice as well as to restore it. Successful in nearly every case of loss of voice from cold or moulting. Birds are very fond of it, but it is hard so they can only get off a small quantity at a time. Small cakes 5c each; doz. 50c postpaid. FOOD HOLDER.--Fastens between the wires of the cage. Is nice for holding Song Restorer, Cuttle Bone, lettuce, apple or other food. Usually made with bent arm to hold food down beside the wires of cage. Price 10c each; $1.00 per dozen postpaid. FEATHERED PETS.--The most complete and practical book on Canaries, Parrots and other cage birds ever published for less than $2.00. How to train and care for them. 140 pages, fully illustrated, 25 cents; cloth bound 75 cents, postpaid.