The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-11-19


eompettion At the next exhibition All the citizens seem
ed highly pleased with the andabe efforts evinced and
SO lar could learn those strangers who have visited
the Territory on business or pleasure acknowledged
that the variety was greater and the execution bet
than they expected TO Indeed articles would
have sustained respectable position in any fair in the
East Not only does industry furnish the necessities
of life but many Of the comforts and Inquiries with
out the enjoyment Of which, refined society deems life
degraded.
In giving hasty report suitable for the columns Of
newspaper not TO be presumed that we can DO justice
10 every contributor in noticing the various things that
are really worthy While glance through the several
departments, would not be deemed nvidious in men
tonmg few items that seemed TO strike the attention
For the awards only refer the reader 10 the st 10
be published by the society
The fruit room displayed rich varieties OF the finest
snd Grapes apples, peaches curran!s aPrice.s, wal
for some Of the fruit was past A. Carrngtons most
splendid peaches could be exhibited at the fair, yet
the specimens produced dehghtng to the eye and
delicious 10 the taste, This fruit generally is plentiful
this year.
The show Of apples quite treat to the lovers ofhat
choice rut they were large and well President
Young had the finest and greatest variety Of seedlings
tables Mr.. y. ii. Young and Sons were very large
for such young gardens. Mr. Nebekers iavorhe
choice and fine; excellent specimens were shown
from President B. Young's, and w. C. Stancs'
gardens. The competition in fruit was decidedly spirit
ed, and the owners might wen be proud of their
achievements in that useful branch Of culture. Their
beraiiy in proncrng assistance 10 those who are ambi
tous 10 grow fruit is certainly praiseworthy and as
lovers and improvers OF our barren State deserve our
gratitude.
The President and Board Of Directors amply supplied
table Of the kinds OF fruit and invited his Excel
eDcy Governor Cumming and lady and some influential
strangers who visiting the Territory to actually
Joy than view Of samples, and be able to know
the quality of our fruit all Of which were pronounced de-
hciOns, rich and wholesome
The vegetable department was not very fnl but the
samples brought excellent and choice. Squashes,
pumpkins beets carrots onions and potatoes We're good
and laMe. Some good Savoy cabbages were brought
in by Mr. q u. Watt, which attracted considerable
good
as we have ever seen. Tomatoes, corn, pars-
nips and other roots were good Mr. L. A.
Bertrand had great variety Of the choicest
peas, beans, artichokes, table carrots ard other
vegetables, and displayed great taste in their arrange
The lovers Of the precious weed must have been
pleased with pretty far sample Of tobacco grown by
Mr. Stanes, from which one bunch Of segars and plug
Of tobacco made by Mr. Hampton, gave great hopes Of
Their yet cnoyin that luxury without being compelled
10 await the arrival OF the heavy merchan, trains from the
States to enable them to otter their burnt Offering with
out dread Of scarcity Mr. briggs brought in an excel
lent specimen Of that plant; and those gentlemen are
willing TO supply seed TO those who wish 10 grow We
have likewise every hope that the tea plant may be
pretty successfully cultivated in this place, from the
sample shown by Mr. d. Graves; and we yet may freely
indulge "the cup that cheers out not iDebriates,
grown from or own SOIL free from any dread oi adntera
ton. Mr.. Graves, we are informed, merely obtained
the seed from some which be had for daily
use, and planted them; 80 that every lady here
NAV Try the experiment by examining the
"doses' before used and collecting the seeds.
These staple ARTICLES should he extensively cult
sa;ed and We hope that an interest IN them, as well
as other things which daily called for VIII be OK
cited. Very excellent samples OF flax and hemp were
produced and we are glad TO near that they are pretty
ieBgivey grown Wheat, barley, rye and other grains
and Gaur we're good though the quantity brought
small The samples Of vegetables we're not to be exceic
in any country.
In. cloth department fll last year, bu,
the qualities brought IN good. piece II checked
nsey BY Mrs kear received the first prize in that ar
Gle and and well colored Mrs Cobb brought in
a piece late stage of the fair which really good.
several circular coaks of tine material and good coors
and pattern, exhibited by President Young family
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fashionable ladies Of the East We nope that,
long every lady has any interest tins Terri.
tory will be adorned with garments Of our own work
manshp, and display more rivalry IN showing native
closh and ramens than IN encouraging the sale Of gaudy
and poor materials from other and distant places shaws
and stafs this occasion highly credaable which will
be quite luxury protect the shverng frame when win
ter dons ms regal garb enhroned majestic
tains Mrs Geo A. Smiths scarf shawl Was very fine
combining the useful and ornamental One piece OF blue
Jean by Mrs. V. kinba and one OF mixed by Mrs.
Sinoot substantial, strong and useful Mr. T. j. Nc
Cnllogh had piece Of very good checked linsey and
other cloths equally creditabe Mrs Lucy Young
had pretty pattern OF plaid aannel which together with
Others from various hands presented taste talent and
perseverance worthy Of an enicrprising people.
The specimens Of mechanical work, though not many
timely executed, and Of suitable material Three
different sized revolving rites and two holster reviewers
gained much admiration, as well executed work; they
gained the first prize and manufactured at the Pub
lie Works, where they are produced IN any number re
CURED the stocks well wrought, beautifully Dlad
with silver and carved neatly
The card OF cutlery BY Mr. James Wells quite an
consisted OF bowie and case knives, augcrs, braoebs
plaHebs, iacks, VTingbs, spurs, carfying knife and
soopers shaving knl'ewwe hear, The work Q
and neat files Mr.. =. Forer, good planes. violin
belonging to Mr.. W g. Mills, made by Mr. 8 Olsen, was
deemed quite novelty. The workmanship neat, and
the instrument beautifully proportonedthe wood taken
from these canons The tone is rich, full and sweet
The specimens OF furniture were wen made, ont not so
many heretofore. Mr. Snelgrove received the trst
prize for gontlcmens boots and well rvaed by Mr.
RISER 4 life size bust Of President Young by W Ward,
drew attention and gazed ntenty by friend and
sirangcrthe former recognizing the likeness OF him
whom they esteem the latter curious To the repre-
seDison Of whoeads with such unity so many people,
and the great moving instrument 10 make this place
in the drcary deserts Il the mountains. bean
u model steam eng made by Mr.. Thos. Griihs,
full WORK and attracted many to gaze the power IN
miniature that has exercised such influence throughout
the world Mr.. j. Lees faithful IN showing the ad
van'ages Of his sewing machine, W the interest OF the
ladies'. Other articles must be passed over we cannot
attempt to enter into the mnutise IN our report
Several neat home made carpets were laid ont, which
were wen arranged and woven. We nosiced one 81
crochet work, arranged in circles and diamonds All
Of rags, and the coors well dsir buc this needed
no cotton yarn from the States aud : supposed to be
durable than those
Several good OIL paintings were entered for competition;
by Mrs. long received the first PRIZE, the second
prize by Mr.. ". Pitt Mrs. Angel obtained the arst
prize for pencil drawing. Mrs. 1ong'ssa hney finished
piece Of artistic skull, aud her portraits secm 10 he CON
petc in expression and grace Other pieces N water
coors very crcdtabe. We noticed somr nnc spec.
in the Photographic art taken and presented by
Mr. Burr Tue views were local-nterestng scenes Ia
miar TO the citizens of this eyand could be recogn zei
once; they well executed. We regret that they
sent in too late TO receive prize the committee
had passed round two days previous.
The specimens Of penmansbp by Messrs leo Hawkins,
Geo. Sims and ~ Graves deliberately executed, and
the notices we're appropriate and pointed.
Fine specimens % copperplate engravng-currency
notes society diplomas visiting cards and watch tips
deposited by b. artist, Mr. David Mackenzie;
The printing by Mr. Joseph Bull both Of which obtained
The FIRST prizes.
beautiful and elaborate card Of printing in gold was
worthy Of notice and reflected credit the of the
Dsser,f Negv printing establishment Mr.. Jas Mcknight
The subject interesting to the SAINTS; careful
cytomc " important items IN the history Of the church,
chronooccay arranged by him. an display taste and
artistic skill.
Mr. r. Martin received the prize for st'ring and sign
painting which was deseryedly gwen HIM Tor specimens
in that art
Leather scarce, sloueh the quality was good. and
10 be regretted that tanners were not more
spirited. as understand that the market can be
well suppl ed In that article and Ia many respects ~ good
any imported. some excellent saddles, made by our
chief manufacturers. shown, together With some
beautiful wbips, equal TO any fancy work imported.
Mr.. W \. McMastcr brought IN some good rope, cord,
Irvine and other arces-home material and make THIS
s very useful department, and the maker should be