" W. F. G.," Springfield, Mass., writes : " I send you by express a sample of our new thornless black raspberry, "Springfield." We claim it is the earliest black cap grown; is prolific and of extra good quality; also perfectly hardy and free from disease. The weather here is extremely hot, but I hope they will reach you in good condition. Ripens the last week in June".

[These reached us in a moist condition from incipient fermentation, on the 18th of July, but still with evidences that it might be a desirable variety. - Ed. G. M].