From The Journal of Horticulture and Cottage Gardener (London), ser. 3, vol. 9, July 13, 1899, 26.

"Messrs. Paul & Son, Cheshunt, staged an interesting collection of Roses, showing crosses made by Mr. G. L. Paul, one of the most striking was . . . also Royal Scarlet, which owes its parentage to Cheshunt Scarlet and Marie Rady."