. The American florist : a weekly journal for the trade. Floriculture; Florists. 220 The American Florist. Mar. 7, New Orleans. SOCIETY HAS LITTLE INCLINATION TO UNDERTAKE ANOTHER SHOW.—SEASON OF GOOD BUSINESS. The approach of spring had the effect of increasing the attendance for our last meeting, and in spite of processions pass- ing in the important sub- jects were discussed. The idea of having a chrysanthemum show was talked over but nothing was decided. The plan seems to meet with little favor on the part of the generality of members. We would certainly loose money again, no
. The American florist : a weekly journal for the trade. Floriculture; Florists. 220 The American Florist. Mar. 7, New Orleans. SOCIETY HAS LITTLE INCLINATION TO UNDERTAKE ANOTHER SHOW.—SEASON OF GOOD BUSINESS. The approach of spring had the effect of increasing the attendance for our last meeting, and in spite of processions pass- ing in the important sub- jects were discussed. The idea of having a chrysanthemum show was talked over but nothing was decided. The plan seems to meet with little favor on the part of the generality of members. We would certainly loose money again, no matter what we would change in the programme, so what is the use to try again? A spring show very early in the season, around our Mardi Gras time, would be more proper, but the possi- bility of a late cold snap would be one of the drawbacks. We will know more about it in a few days. The attention of the society was called to the importance of having the state of Louisiana well represented at the St. Louis World's Fair. Professor Stubbs, in charge of the experimental station located at Audubon Park, requested the members to be present in a body at his hall when he would explain the way to get at it in the best manner. The Horticultural Society and some of the Gardeners' Association responded to his invitation last Sunday, and assurance was given by almost everybody present that the state will be well represented. Now that the excitement of the carnival season is over, business will open well at the markets. Decorations have been plentiful this past season, the largest ones being made up by U. J. Virgin. Recent visitors were C. W. McKellar, of McKellar & Winterson, Chicago, and J. A. Bauer, of Paducah, Ky. M. M. L. Baltimore. Trade continues good and stock is in fair shape. The bright weather has brought out the carnations in abund- ance. I. H. Moss is now cutting 3,500 a day and his houses are a fine sight. Queen Louise and White Cloud are cer- tainly the best that have be
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