The register. (Monroe, La.) 185?-1861, 1860-01-19
Louisiana State Fair.

1t seems now highly probable, that in the
course of few months, we shall have institu-
ted, the first State Fair Of Louisiana. And
from this we shall date the commencement OF
a new era, and look forward to the more rapid
development of our resources. We are ardent
for the creation of Fairs for the exhibitions Of
the productions Of native industry and art,
and for the formation Of associations that shall
enkindle, foster and encourage home enter.
prise. Our State is blessed with a soil unsur-
passed in fertility, and by giving proper atten-
ton to the advancement of the mechanical
branch Of home industry, display might, in a
few years be made, that would rival the older
States, where agriculture and mechanical fairs
have become old institutions. In addition to
the interest which is inherent in every one, for
the welfare and success Of his own community
or section, we feel that the Inauguration Of
agricultural societies, is Of infinite Importance
in securng.the independence Of the South, by
producing those implements demanded to SO
great an extent by the agriculturst, and by
the various trades and occupations. AT pre-
sent, we look chiefly to Northern inventive
genius for the machinery with which to till the
soil, to prepare our staples for market, to equip
our boats. manufactures. &C., &C. Now let us
open the door, and induce home competition;
let premiums be offered for those improve
ments that may be deemed desirable, and made
by Southern heads and hands; let public exhi-
billions be appointed, where these improve
ments and inventions can be seen, discussed,
tried, and their merits widely circulated, But
let us return to the contemplated fair.
For several weeks, influential parties in Bat
on Rouge, have been agitating the subject of
holding State Fair, and on the 2Sth nit, a
meeting was held at the Harvey House, for
the furtherance of the design. A resolution
was passed at that meeting, which reads thus:
Resolved, That the State Fair to be held in
Baton Rouge on the-day of May next, for
the exhibition and sale of live stock, and of
such agricultural, mechanical, and other indus
trial products, as are best calculated to devel-
ope the industry and enterprise of our citizens,
and the resources of the State in those depart
ments.
After brief addresses, choosing of committee
to draft articles of association, &C., all adjourn
ment of ncweek was made. At the adjourned
meeting, an organization of the Association
was effected, and officers chosen. The time OF
holding the Fair was changed to the second
Monday in March next.
May the good work commenced at the above
meetings, prosper, and may next March wit
ness great gathering at Baton Rouge, of the
industrial classes and their productions. We
hope the scheme will be warmly received. II
is important 10 every one, and all should lend
a helping hand and encouraging word. Will
rot tho people of this section, strive for the
success of the State Fair, and be repro scented
there both in person and by the products Of la.
Dor?
But we wish to enlist the sympathy and aid
of the State, that these festivals may become
a permanent institution, and rendered in the
highest degree efficient and promotive of the
public good. We go for the creation of 4
State Agricultural Bureau, Immediately. The
question requires no extended time for solution
the advantages of such Board in every State
are rs apparent and positive as the presence Of
light III mid day. Our Legislators should
move in the matter at the coming session Of
he State Assembly.