1900

IOWA SEED COMPANY, DES MOINES, IOWA. 99.

[image] GLASS FISH GLOBE.

THE AQUARIUM. A well regulated aquarium adds an elegance to any place and is one of the most desirable ornaments for the parlor, library, sitting or dining room. It offers a wide opportunity for the study of nature, the motion of animal life eliciting the admiration of all, while affording instructive amusement for the children. The fishes require very little attention, and live a great many years. We ship gold fish to all parts of the United States from Maine to California and from Canada to the Gulf. They can be shipped at all seasons of the year; cold weather does not affect them unless bucket containing them freezes solid. The express charges are always to be paid by the purchaser. We have thousands of aquaria customers in the country as well as city, and therefore devote a page in this catalogue to gold fish, knowing that they are the handsomest parlor ornaments which can be obtained.

[image] FANCY FLUTED GLOBES.

GOLD FISH.--While there are now many varieties of gold fish, as shown in the accompanying illustration, still for convenience we shall in this list refer to the older plain variety by this name. These are and always will be more popular than the fancy new sorts as they are more hardy and generally satisfactory. They are a species of carp, inhabiting ponds and sluggish streams in China and they are better adapted to life in fish globes than any other breed of fish. They are universal favorites, of golden red color. Those bred in this state seem to have a peculiar brilliancy of coloring which is especially noticeable when in the fish globes. Prices 10, 15, 25, 35 and 50 cents each according to size. Extra choice three-color specimens, when obtainable, $1.00 each. The 25 cent size (5 for $1.00) is the most popular. The largest size is only suitable for outdoor ponds or fountains. ORIOLE FISH.--These are gold fish which are beautifully variegated golden red and clear black. Sometimes the black markings are very curious and attractive. Medium size 25 cents each; 5 for $1.00. PEARL FISH.--These elegant fish are either of clear pearly white color or the white is variegated with gold markings. Everyone wants at least one of the Pearls and Orioles in their collection. Medium size 25 cents each; 5 for $1.00. SILVER FISH.--This is simply an uncolored gold fish of dark silvery color. Nice for a variety. Medium size 10 cents each; 6 for 50 cents. JAPANESE FRINGETAIL FISH.--These aristocratic fish are undoubtedly the most beautiful of all aquaria fish, having extremely long, drooping tail and fins. Choice specimens are very rare and when obtainable sell at $10.00 to $50.00 each. We can furnish nice young specimens at $1.50 each; select @ $2.50 each.

[image] JAPANESE FANTAIL. JAPANESE FRINGETAIL. COMMON GOLD FISH. COMET. TELESCOPE.

COMET FISH.--Also called "Gorgeous Tails," "Long Tailed Beauties," and "Fancy Gold Fish." They are, without doubt, the most graceful in their movements of all aquaria fish, their tails being extremely long so that when turning in the water the head and tail nearly meet. They were originally from Japan, but are now mostly bred in this country. Small, 25 cents each, medium size 35c each, large 50c each. Extra choice colors and markings 75c to $1.25 each. JAPANESE FANTAIL FISH.--By far the most popular of all fancy fish and the most satisfactory of the imported varieties. The fins and tail are long and of delicate lace-like substance. The tail is V-shape and frequently divided so that it might be called two distinct tails. They are beautifully variegated usually with golden red and pearly white, or black. Nice specimens 50c each. Choice 75c each. Fancy, some showing three colors, $1.00 each. AMERICAN FANTAIL FISH.--These are bred from the imported Japanese fish and are very handsome, some of them rivaling the imported, but usually their tails are not so long and spreading. They are of all the colors found in this class and are quite ornamental as well as hardy. Price, according to size, shape and color, 25, 35, 50 and 75 cts. each. TELESCOPE FISH.--A very curious appearing fish which always attracts attention from its "extreme ugliness." Eyes are abnormally large and bulging. Price $1.00 to $1.50. Black Telescopes, which are quite rare, $3.00 each. SHIPPING BUCKETS. Unless you order a fish globe with your fish it will be necessary to ship them in a bucket or can. For this purpose we offer 2 or 3 qt. tin buckets suitable for holding 6 medium sized fishes or less, @ 10 cents each; 4 qt. @ 15 cts.; 6 qt., will hold 12 medium sized fishes, for 20 cts. Can for 25 fishes, 50 cts.

GLASS FISH GLOBES.--These are neat, cheap and consequently more popular than the large aquariums. The 8, 9, 10 and 11 inch are the sizes most used. [table] [column headings: DIAMETER. CAPACITY. EACH.] 5 inches. 1 quart. $ .25. 6 inches. 2 quarts. .40. 7 inches. 3 quarts. .50. 8 inches. 4 quarts. .60. 9 inches. 6 quarts. .75. 10 inches. 8 quarts. 1.00. 11 inches. 12 quarts. 1.25. 12 inches. 16q quarts. 1.75. 15 inches. 30 quarts. 3.00.

FANCY FLUTED GLOBES.--These are made same pattern as the ordinary globe, but have handsomely fluted or corrugated top making them more showy. 6 inches diameter, each $ .60. 8 [inches diameter, each] .90. 10 [inches diameter, each] 1.35. 12 [inches diameter, each] 2.25.

[image] GREEN GLASS TANK.

STANDING FISH GLOBES.--These are raised up on glass base and are handsomer than the ordinary fish globes, but are not as satisfactory, owing to their liability to crack at the juncture of bowl and base. [table] [column headings: CAPACITY ABOUT. EACH.] 1/2 gallon. $1.00. 1 gallon. 1.25. 1 1/2 gallons. 1.50. 2 gallons. 2.25. 3 gallons. 3.00.

[image] AQUARIA CASTLE.

GREEN GLASS TANKS.--Made of ordinary rough green glass but they are quite strong, and fish look well in them. No. 1, $1.50; No. 2, $2.25; No. 3, $3.00. EUREKA AQUARIUM.--A strong iron frame tank and the most popular style made. Capacity about 7 1/2 gallons. Price only $5.00. Rockwork, plants, fish, etc., to fill same, $3.35 extra. AQUARIUM CASTLES.--A great variety of styles and sizes from 10 cts to $2.50 each. FLOATING ORNAMENTS.--Ducks, etc., 10 cts. to 60 cts. each, postpaid. AQUARIUM PLANTS.--See list in plant department. PREPARED FISH FOOD.--The best food for all kinds of gold fish. This we import from Germany where they make the best quality, and of the purest materials. It does not sour or spoil in the water, and as we buy in large quantities and put it up in our own store, you will find that our boxes contain more than those of most other dealers. Price 10c per box; $1.00 a doz., postpaid. AQUARIA BOOK.--Illustrates and describes all the best kinds of fancy fish for aquariums. How to breed and care for Gold Fish, etc. 64 pages. 15 cents; cloth bound 50 cts., postpaid.

[image] EUREKA IRON FRAME AQUARIUM.

100. SEED CATALOGUE AND GARDEN GUIDE.

[image] PEARLY NAUTILUS.

FANCY SEA SHELLS. Anyone who loves the beautiful in nature cannot help admiring these wonders of the ocean, no matter whether you see them in the rough, just as taken from the beach, or whether they have been polished so as to make fit ornaments for the mantel or center table. The ocean holds thousands of curiosities in its depths but few of which are ever brought to light. We see only those which the waves wash up on or near the sea shore. The proprietors of the Iowa Seed Store have always been greatly interested in sea shells, and we have finally decided to devote one department of our store to them. We have a large stock on hand, some of which were collected by us at the sea shore, and others were received from dealers in all parts of the world. We mention only a few varieties here of the various classes of sea curiosities and request those who are interested in the subject to send for our complete illustrated catalogue of sea shells. It is free. We prepay postage at these prices.

[image] PEACOCK EAR OR GREEN ABALONE.

PEARLY NAUTILUS.--One of the most beautiful and wonderful shells and well deserves a place at the head of any list. They are not only beautiful, but quite rare and somewhat expensive. We can furnish three sizes, $1.25, $2.00 and $3.00 each. ZANZIBAR HARP.--No one can help admiring these elegant shells and they are of such peculiar form that when once seen they will never be forgotten. Price 25c, 40c, and 60c each. SILVER LIP.--A pretty shell about 2 1/2 in. long from Mauritius. Each 10c. WHITE MUREX.--No collection is complete without one of these. Price 15c, 25c, 50c, and 75 cents each. BLACK MUREX.--Somewhat similar to above, the shell being white with projecting black horns, giving it a peculiar appearance. Each 15c, 25c and 50c.

[image] SEA HORSE.

EAST INDIA CLAM.--One of the most popular and beautiful of shells and we sell immense numbers of them. Price 25c, 50c, 75c and $1.00 per pair. SEA HORSE.--A very strange and curious specimen from the Mediterranean Sea. Our cut illustrates their peculiar form and is of about the average size. 35c each. YELLOW SEA FANS.--Very pretty for wall decoration. Each 15c, 25c, 40c. CHINESE PEARL SNAIL.--Very handsome pearly shell which will instantly attract attention. Each 35c, 50c, 75c and $1.00. GIANT PINK CONCH--This very popular shell comes from the Bahamas. Has beautiful rosy pink lip shading to white. Each 15c, 25c and 50c. Too large for mailing.

[image] MAMMOTH STAR FISH.

[image] SEA FANS.

PEACOCK EAR.--Also called Green Abalone. One of the most beautiful shells on the market showing handsome rainbow colors throughout the surface and has a peculiar series of perforations. Quite fragile. Each 35c, 50c, and 75c. JAPAN BLACK EAR.--Similar to the above except that the shell is of pearly color mottled with black. Price 35c, 50c, and 75c each. ORANGE SCORPION.--A very handsome small shell from the Philippines. Price 20c each. ROSE CORAL.--A beautiful pure white specimen about two inches in diameter which bear a fancied resemblance to white roses. Price 15c and 25c each. ORGAN PIPE CORAL.--Of beautiful red color and one of the most popular sorts of coral on the market; from Singapore. Price 15c, 25c, 50c, 75c and $1.00 each. MAMMOTH BAHAMA STAR FISH.--One of the most popular of all sea curiosities. They are of a dark brown color with thorny projections; the under surface of the shell is light yellow. Price 25c, 50 and 75c each.

[image] RED ORGAN PIPE CORAL.

APEX MINERAL CABINET.--Consists of a handsome polished wooden case divided into 48 compartments each containing a select specimen of mineral or ore from the Rocky Mountains, all properly labeled. Price $3.00 or sent prepaid to any part of the U. S. for $3.50. JUVENILE MINERAL CABINET.--Contains 40 nice small specimens of minerals, ores and agates. Some polished. Just the thing for study. Price 60. By mail 70 cts. MILK STROMBUS.--Pure white variety of Giant Conch from the Sandwich Islands. Price 15c and 25c.

BLEEDING TOOTH.--As will be noticed by our illustration this small shell has peculiar indentations on inside lip exactly resembling white teeth surrounded by a peculiar blotch which looks like blood. Each 5c, 35c per dozen.

COLLECTIONS For the benefit of beginners we offer collections of small shells (25 in each) at 10c, 25c, 50c and $1.00 postpaid. Also a collection of 25 larger shells (worth $7.00) for $5.00, and our World's Collection of 66 elegant shells and corals worth $21.05 for $15.00. The last two collections are sent at purchaser's expense. SMALL SHELLS.--An almost endless variety from all over the world. Our Best Mixture 35 cts. per 1/2 pint, Aquarium Mixture 20 cts. per 1/2 pt. postpaid.

[image] BLEEDING TOOTH.

SHELLS FOR FLOWER BEDS. Many of our customers think there is no border for a flower bed so nice as a row of shells, and we offer the following at a low price so that they can be used for that purpose. We pack carefully, but purchaser pays the freight. GIANT PINK CONCH.--These are all nice shells with beautiful pink inner surface. Outside is rough, but it is not seen when used for border. Per dozen $1.80; 25 for $3.25; 50 for $6.00; 100 for $10.00. BLACK ABALONES--or Japan Black Ear. Exterior is rough but interior is of bright pearly color and very attractive. About 5 to 6 inches in diameter. Per dozen $1.50; 25 for $2.75; 50 for $5.00; 100 for $8.75. RED ABALONES--or California Red Ear. Similar to above but much larger. Per dozen $2.00; 25 for $3.75; 50 for $7.00; 100 for $12.50. CLAM SHELLS.--From various lakes and rivers. Interior has a pearly luster. 4 to 5 inches long. Per dozen half shells 35c; 25 for 50c; 50 for 85c; 100 for $1.60.

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INDIAN ARROW HEADS.--These are nice for helping to ornament the shell cabinet and add to the interest. Various sizes and kinds of stone. Price 5c, 10c, 15c, 25c, and 50c each. One dozen, nice1y assorted, $1.00. MEXICAN OPALS--Finely polished opals ready for setting in rings, etc. Price 15c, 25c and 35c each. POLISHED AGATES.--Choice stock of thin slabs of fine agates, one side polished; size about 1 x 1 1/2 inches. 25c each; 6 all different for $1.00.

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LORD'S PRAYER COWRY.--These shells are finely engraved with the Lord's Prayer and make as nice a present as can be given to a friend at Christmas time or birthdays. Each 50c. TIGER COWRY.--One of the most common and at the same time interesting specimens from Australia. Price 10c, 15c and 20c. MONEY COWRY.--A small shell less than an inch long which is used for money among the Indian tribes of western Africa. 3c each, 15c per dozen.

ARIZONA GARNETS.--Beautiful bright colored little gems in the rough just as gathered by the Indians. Nice specimens 5c, 10c and 15c each. Still smaller 25c per dozen.

INDEX TO CATALOGUE.

[table] [column heading: PAGE.] VEGETABLE SEEDS. Artichoke. 2. Asparagus. 2. Asparagus Roots. 25. Beans. 3, 4, 22, 35, 44. Beet. 5, 48. Borecole, or Kale. 2. Broccoli. 2. Brussels Sprouts. 2. Cabbage. 7, 44, 46, 47. Carrot. 5. Cauliflower. 4. Celery. 8, 44. Celeriac. 8. Chervil. 18. Chicory. 9. Chives. 24. Chufas. 24. Coffee Berry. 36. Collards. 9. Corn, Pop. 9, 22, 31, 48. Corn, Sweet. 9, 22, 31, 48. Corn Salad. 9. Collections. 23. Cress. 18. Cucumber. 10, 45. Chinese Lantern. 50. Curious Vegetables. 23. Egg Plant. 10, 45. Endive. 18, 45. Garden Plants. 24. Garlic. 25. Gourds. 10. Garden Lemon. 23. Ground Cherry. 8, 43. Herbs. 23. Horse Radish. 25. Kale. 2. Kohl Rabi. 17. Leek. 11. Lettuce. 11, 43, 46. Mangel Wurzel. 6. Melon, Musk. 12, 46, 47. Melon, Water. 13, 47. Melon, Citron. 13, 47. Mougri. 23. Mushrooms. 25. Mustard. 17. Okra, or Gumbo. 18. Onions. 14, 15, 43, 48. Onion Sets. 25. Parsley. 17, 46. Parsnip. 17. Peanuts. 17. Peas. 16, 22, 43. Pepper. 17. Pomegranate. 23. Potatoes. 41, 42. Potato Seed. 42. Pumpkin. 18, 46. Radish. 19, 44, 45. Rhubarb. 17, 46. Ruta Baga. 22. Salsify. 18. Spinach. 20. Squash. 20, 43. Sugar Beet. 6. Sweet Potatoes. 42. Tobacco. 17. Turnip. 22. Vegetable Plants and Roots. 24, 25. Vine Peach. 23. FLOWER SEEDS. Abronia. 59. Abutilon. 59. Adlumia. 59. Accroclinum. 59. Adonis. 69. Ageratum. 59. Agrostemma. 59. Alyssum. 60. Amaranthus. 59. Ampelopsis. 75. Amobium. 59. Antirrhinum. 61, 68. Aquilegia. 59. Arabis. 59. Asperula. 59. Asters. 53, 60, 68. Balloon Vine. 59. Balsam. 61. Begonia. 61. Bird of Paradise flower. 53. Blue Bells. 51. Brachycome. 61. Bryonopsis. 75. Butterfly Flower. 52. Cacalia. 62. Cactus. 53, 75. Calendula. 61. Calliopsis. 50, 61. Campanula. 62. Canary Bird Vine. 61. Candytuft. 61. Canna. 61. Canterbury Bells. 75. Carnation. 62. Cassia. 62. Celosia. 62. Centaurea. 62. Chinese Horn Nut. 51. Chrysanthemum. 50, 63. Cineraria. 62. Clarkia. 63. Coboea. 62. Cockscomb. 62. Coleus. 62. Convolvulus. 63. Coreopsis. 61. Cosmos. 51, 63. Crotolaria. 62. Cuphea. 75. Cyclamen. 75. Cyperus. 52. Cypress Vine. 63. Dahlia. 64. Daisies. 63. Datura. 63. Delphinium. 75. Dianthus. 53, 63. Digitalis. 64. Dolichos. 75. Eschscholtzia. 63, 68. Euphorbia. 75. Fairy Roses. 53. Ferns. 75. Feverfew. 75. Forget-Me-Not. 64. Fountain Plant. 64. Foxglove. 64. Four O'Clock. 66. Freesia. 64. Fuchsia. 64. Gailardia. 64. Geranium. 50, 64. Gilia. 75. Gladiolus. 64. Globe Amaranth. 75. Gloxinia. 75. Godetia. 64. Golden Rod. 62. Gourds, ornam't'l. 75. Grasses, Fancy. 75. Grass Pinks. 64. Ground Cherry. 50. Gypsophilia. 75. Helianthus. 72. Heliotrope. 53, 65. Helichrysum. 65. Hibiscus. 65. Hollyhock. 50, 51, 64. Humulus. 65. Ice Plant. 65. Lantana. 65. Larkspur. 52, 65. Lathyrus. 65. Lemon Verbena. 65. Linum. 75. Lobelia. 65. Lupinus. 75. Lychnis. 65. Maize, Striped. 65. Marigold. 66. Martynia. 75. Marvel of Peru. 66. Maurandia. 66. Mignonette. 65. Mimulus. 66. Mimosa. 74. Mirabilis. 66. Mixed Flower S'd. 75. Moon Flower. 66. Morning Glory. 52, 66. Musa Ensete. 52. Myosotis. 64. Nasturtium. 51, 63, 69. Nicotiana. 66. Nierembergia. 66. Nigella. 66. Oenothera. 69. Oxalis. 75. Palms. 52. Pansy. 53, 70. Passion Flower. 72. Perilla. 69. Petunia. 71. Pinks. 63. Phlox. 71. Platycodon. 72. Poppy. 69. Portulaca. 72. Primrose. 71. Primula. 71. Pyrethrum. 72. Rhodanthe. 72. Rocky Mountain Flowers. 51. Roses. 53. Ricinus. 72. Salpiglossis. 72. Salvia. 74. Saponaria. 74. Scabiosa. 74. Scarlet Runner. 75. Schizanthus. 52. Sensitive Plant. 74. Shamrock. 51. Smilax. 74. Solanum. 51. Stocks. 74. Sweet Peas. 51, 68, 73. Sweet William. 74. Sweet Sultan. 72. Sunflower. 72. Thunbergia. 74. Torenia. 74. Venus Looking Glass. 75. Verbena. 74. Vinca. 74. Violet. 74. Wallflower. 74. Wahlenbergia. 72. Water Lilies. 51. Whitlavia. 74. Wistaria. 74. Wild Cucumber. 75. Xeranthemum. 75. Zinnia. 75. FLOWER PLANTS. Abutilon. 58, 79. Achillea Alba. 79. Achryanthus. 84. Ageratum. 57. Alternantheras. 79. Aloe. 85. Anthericum. 85. Amaryllis. 77. Apios. 76. Aquaria Plants. 86. Artillery Plant. 83. Asparagus. 55, 68, 79. Asters. 57. Begonias. 58, 76, 79. Blackberry Lily. 77. Bocconia. 55. Bouvardia. 55. Bryophyllum. 57. Bulbs. 76, 77, 78. Cactus. 83. Callas. 54, 76. Caladium. 78. Camelia Vine. 54, 68. Canna. 57, 76. Carex. 55. Carnation. 56, 80. Chinese Sacred Lilies. 78. Chrysanthemum. 84. Cigar Plant. 85. Cineraria. 79. Cinnamon Vine. 76. Coboea Scandens. 83. Cocoloba. 85. Coleus. 80. Collections. 68, 89, 90. Coreopsis. 57. Cycas. 84. Cyclamen. 83. Cyperus. 86. Dahlia. 78. Edelweis. 56. Euonymus. 84. Euphorbia. 79. Ferns. 55, 85. Feverfew. 85. Ficus Repens. 85. For-get-me-not. 83. Fuchsias. 58, 83. Geraniums. 54, 56, 57, 58, 63, 81, 82. Gladiolus. 77. Glecoma. 83. Heliotropes. 84. Hibiscus. 85. Honeysuckle. 85. Hoya. 84. Hyacinthus. 77. Hydrangeas. 84. Ice Plant. 85. Iris. 77. Ivies. 83. Justicia. 85. Lantana. 57, 84. Lemon Verbena. 84. Lilies. 76. Lily of Valley. 55, 77. Lobelia. 84. Maderia Vine. 76. Manetta Vine. 85. Marguerite. 55, 68. Maurandia. 83. Mexican Primrose. 85. Moonflower. 84. Mountain Pink. 80, 83. Musk Plant. 56. Myrtle. 56. Night Blooming Cereus. 84. Nasturtium. 68. Old Man's Beard. 58. Oleander. 83. Orange Tree. 80. Otthona. 84. Oxalis. 77, 80. Paeonies. 78. Palms. 84. Pampas Grass. 58. Pansies. 58. Papyrus. 55. Paris Daisy. 55. Passion Flower. 84. Pelargoniums. 82. Petunias. 85. Phlox. 55, 92. Plumbago. 68. Primula. 84. Resurrection Pl'nt. 56. Roses. 54, 57, 68, 87, 88. Rubber Tree. 84. Russelia. 54. Salvia. 57, 85. Sanseveria. 85. Santolina. 56. Saponaria. 84. Saxafraga. 85. Sedum. 84. Shower of Gold. 85. Smilax. 85. Solanum. 83. Spirea. 56. Strobilanthe. 84. Swainsonia. 85. Sweet Alyssum. 54, 85. Tradescantia. 58, 84. Tuberoses. 78. Velvet Plant. 58. Verbenas. Inside cover. Vinca. 83. Vines. 90. Violets. 58. Water Hyacinth. 86. Winter Blooming Bulbs. 78. Hardy Shrubs. 89. Hardy Plants. 91, 92. Hardy Vines. 90. Hardy Perennials. 91, 92. FARM SEEDS. Artichoke Roots. 42. Barley. 35. Buckwheat. 35. Bromus. 49. Broom Corn. 34, 36. Clover. 37. Corn. 26 to 31, 34, 49. Coffee Berry. 36. Coffee Peas. 36. Cow Peas. 31, 49. Flax. 36. Field Peas. 31. Field Beans. 35. Giant Spurry. 39. Grass Seed. 38. Jerusalem Corn. 31. Kaffir Corn. 31. Lawn Grass. 40. Lentils. 23. Millet. 38, 39. Oats. 32, 34. Pasture Mixture. 39. Potatoes. 41, 42. Rape. 34. Rye. 36. Sand Vetch. 36. Seradella. 36. Spiltz. 35. Soja Beans. 36. Sugar Cane. 31. Sweet Potatoes. 42. Sunflower. 36. Teosinte. 39. Tree Seeds. 32. Wheat. 35, 49. Wild Rice. 36. MISCELLANEOUS. Aquarium Supplies. 99. Atomizer. 97. Bee Supplies. 96. Berry Picking Crate. 46. Berry Boxes. 96. Birds. 98. Bird Supplies. 98. Books. 97. Broadcast Seeders. 95. Corn Sheller. 95. Corn Planter. 95. Fertilizer. 40, 97. Flower Pots. 97. Fruit Packages. 96. Garden Tools. 94, 95. Gardening Sets. 97. Gold Fish. 99. Hand Weeder. 95. Hardy Vines. 90. Hardy Perennials. 91, 92. Implements. 94, 95. Insecticide. 97. Jadoo. 97. Lawn Mowers. 40. Lawn Rakes. 40. Mole Trap. 40, 95. Nursery Stock. 93. Plant Food. 97. Plant Stands. 95. Potato Planter. 95. Potato Knife. 95. Poultry Suppiles. 96. Pratt's Food. 39. Pruning Shears. 95. Rubber Hose. 40. Sea Shells. 100. Sprinklers. 97. Tree Pruner. 95. Wheelbarrow. 40.

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Century Collection of Unequaled Vegetables 1 Superb Tomato . . . . . 15c. 2 Relish Lettuce . . . . . 10c. 3 Mammoth Ground Cherry . . 10c. 4 All Seasons Pole Beans . . 10c. 5 Rose Ribbed Self-Bl. Celery . . 10c. 6 Australian Brown Onion . . . 5c. 7 Express Cucumber . . . . 5c. 8 Hester Squash . . . . . 10c. The entire collection for 40 [cent symbol]

[Picture of vegetables with numbers at each one match the ones above.]