Excerpt from Spring 1929 Planting Guide and Catalog
All the world loves trees those beautiful creations of the Great Artist. And - Na' ture has given us more than a full measure in Pecan. Trees. We have beauty in form, foliage, symmetry, shape and general appearance. We have shade in abunv dance, without much risk of being wind blown down. Cities that can grow them are blessed in having them, for pecan trees don't thrive in the North. Pecan shaded streets are places of beauty, envied by other cities. We have timber - pecan makes a beautiful finished wood. We have food-the nuts are both delicious and nu' tritious. They are easy to gather, easy to crack, delight, ful to eat without any prep, aration, and yet may be used with foods and confections. Portant from the practical side, pecan trees produce a yearly income. There's always a ready market for pecans, and Nature provides the pecans every year - for centuries. Therefore Pecan Groves are most fitting Memorials and estates to leave behind to those whom you love. Perpetuate your name in this practical way.
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