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IOWA SEED COMPANY, DES MOINES, IOWA.

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IOWA SEED CO'S
NEW BALL BEARING
CONQUEROR
LAWN MOWER

LAWN SUPPLIES.

ALL OF THE BEST QUALITY.

NEW BALL BEARING CONQUEROR LAWN MOWER.—For six years past one of the oldest and largest manufacturers has been experimenting to adapt the ball-bearing and other new features to lawn mowers. For two or three years he has put out a few dozen each year to give them a practical test and they have proved wonderfully successful. Two years ago he put them into our hands and we can now offer our customers by far the best mower ever put on the market. The shaft is extra heavy bearing four cutting knives, and it runs at a high speed compared to ordinary mowers. This gives it a continuous cut and makes a much smoother, cleaner lawn. The wheels are nine inches in diameter, with skeleton rims. It has parallel bearings provided with micrometer adjustment, so that practically it cannot wear out. Stationary knife is of the best cast steel hardened, tempered and self-sharpening. In all respects it is designed for hard, continuous service, and still the ball-bearings and all parts are so perfectly adjusted that it runs as easy as a bicycle. As will be noticed the handles are a new style made specially for us. If desired we can furnish mowers with the ordinary handles at 5[?]c less. The mowers are warranted and we are sure will please the most particular. Price for mower cutting 14-inch swath, $6.50; 16-inch, $7.00; 20-inch, for large lawns, $7.75.

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IRON RESERVOIR VASES—These are the best vases made for general use as well as for cemeteries as they do not require watering oftener than once in ten days. The top part or earth receiver has a tube in the bottom extending down into the water reservoir which is packed with moss or sponges through which the moisture is drawn up into the earth by capillary attraction so that the roots of the plants always have sufficient moisture and are never over watered. Price $10.00 each; larger size $20.00.

EUREKA WEED KILLER.—Weeds, grass and moss are a nuisance on gravel and brick walks and driveways. They are easily killed and the walks made bright and clean by using this preparation, one package of which is sufficient when mixed with 25 gallons of cold water to clear 100 square yards. Package 75c, by express.

ANT EXTERMINATOR.—Lawns sometimes become infested with ants which disfigure it with unsightly heaps of dirt and kill the grass in spots. Many experiments have been tried to destroy them, with but little success, until the invention of this new preparation which does the work. Per package 50c, or postpaid for 60c.

GRASS HOOKS OR SICKLES.—Useful for trimming the edges of lawns, next to fences, around trees, shrubs, etc. Price 25c each or a superior quality for 40c.

DANDELION PULLER.—A convenient little tool of special value for use on lawns; 50c each.

CLIMAX LAWN WEEDER.—A simple and easy working device for removing noxious weeds and plants from lawns. Easily operated and does effective work. The full length is 42 inches, enabling the operator to stand erect. Push the chisel under the plant at an angle that will sever the roots. A slight pull on the trigger brings the grab down which securely holds the plant, lifting it out and leaving only a slight mark. Price $1.00.

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CLEVELAND LAWN WEEDER.—"Extracting the root" is easy with this little tool and its use saves time and a great amount of back aching work. Price 75c.

GRASS CATCHERS.—The most successful device yet brought out for the purpose. It is easily attached to any make of lawn mower that we know of, and as it fastens to the handle only, it does not in any way interfere with the action of the mower. Our cut shows it adjusted ready for use. It can be almost instantly loosened at the lower end to dump the grass. No. 1, suitable for the 12, 14 and 16 inch mowers. Price 65 cents. No. 2, for 16 to 20 inch, 90 cents.

SELF CLEANING LAWN RAKE.—Best cheap device for raking the lawn. An automatic self cleaner, keeping the teeth clear. Price 75c each.

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"Iowa Clipper
Lawn Mower
and Grass Catcher."]

IOWA CLIPPER LAWN MOWER.—For four years we have sold a great many of these and they gave splendid satisfaction everywhere. There was not one complaint. It is thoroughly well made, runs easily, does excellent work, cutting smooth and clean. Diameter of drive wheels 8 1/4 inches. Its cutting bar is solid steel and all parts are of best quality, while its simplicity of construction insures durability and also lessens the cost. By purchasing a large number we are enabled to offer them at wonderfully low prices. Price for mower cutting 12-inch swath, $2.75; 14-inch, $3.25; 16-inch, $3.75.

EXCELSIOR HORSE LAWN MOWERS.—The best make, 30-inch cut, $80.00; 35-inch cut, $95.00; 40-inch cut, $120.00.

PERFECTION HORSE LAWN MOWERS.—A much cheaper pattern; 30-inch cut, $22.00.

FINLAY ROTARY LAWN RAKE.—It does the work of raking and gathering up all loose grass, leaves, twigs and loose litter. It works very rapidly and cleans the lawn thoroughly. Price $12.00.

IMPROVED GRASS SHEARS.—An improvement on the ordinary grass or sheep shears. Has long blades and handle is curved to prevent rubbing knuckles on the ground when using. Each 50c.

TURF EDGER.—For trimming borders of walks, drives, etc., to make a square edge. Price 50c each.

RUBBER HOSE.—Few realize the great difference there is in the quality of rubber hose. The price ranges from $2.00 to $12.00 per length of fifty feet. The low grades will not stand ordinary water pressure, and are gone in a few days. The most expensive grades are intended only for steam. For general use the grades which we offer this year are we believe superior to any other. We want to warn everyone not to leave their hose out in the sun when not in use as the water left in it gets very warm and will rot out the best of hose.

SAMPSON RUBBER HOSE.—A high grade of five ply rubber hose. Per coil of 50 feet $7.50.

GREEN LINE COTTON HOSE.—Many persons consider the cotton hose more serviceable than rubber. Per coil of 50 feet $6.00.

DEFIANCE RUBBER HOSE. (Half inch.)—Every year the half inch hose is becoming more popular as it is lighter and easier to handle. Per coil of 50 feet $5.00.

DUDE HOSE REEL.—It pays to use a reel as it keeps the hose in better shape and saves considerable labor and annoyance. Price 85 cents.

MAGIC NOZZLE.—Sprays or will throw solid stream. Price 50c each.

PRESTON LAWN SPRINKLER.—The whirling arms give a beautiful fountain-like appearance and fine spray. One of the most effective sprinklers made. The whirling arms distribute the water evenly, give a fine spray, covers a large circle and makes a very attractive appearance on the lawn. The sled arrangement on which it rests makes it easy to move it from place to place by pulling the hose. Each $1.35.

MOLE TRAPS.—See page 126.

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PLANT A NICE BED OF CANNAS ON YOUR LAWN FOR CONTINUOUS DISPLAY.