The Union and journal. [volume] (Biddeford, Me.) 1858-1882, 1861-11-01
Incidental Report.

new Hook and Ladder Carriage, side by size
with one Ot more ancient date. They are
objects of interest and show that improve
ments have made rapid strides in such APP
paratus as well US elsewhere.
Ferguson Haines, of Biddeford. exhibited
a Glass Aquarium, which attracted consid-
cradle attention, and enhanced the pleasure
ofyisitors. We would recommend the So
cictys Diploma.
Sarah Aussey, Of Biddcford, exhibited 2
plates said to be 200 years old. Such relics
of days of "auld lang sine" possess an in.
terest far above things of to-day though OF
far moro ingenious workmanship.
Thomas Underwood, Of Biddciord, had on
exhibition two mighty great Goose Eggs,
also two very inferior Hens Eggs. We
award to him the Society's Diploma.
&C. Mason entered pair OF Dutch shoes,
also pair of Slippers, objects of curiosity.
Mrs. A. ii. Jclleson, Of Biddeford. pre-
sented basket brought from Liberia, made
of some kind of roots or grass. and showing
considerable ingenuity, though the work OF
an "inierior race"
Horace Woodman. of Biddeford, had on
exhibition patent Drill, represented to be
the best thing OF the kind yet extant. ltpos-
sesses advantages over any which your Com
mittee have ever seen, and we would call tho
attention Of blacksmiths, machinists, manu-
facturers, &C., to it. II is said to be rapidly
superceding other kinds in Navy Yards, and
Machine Shops, and each Regiment Of Me.
V. NJ. will probably be furnished with one
for drilling out spiked cannon, &C., &c. We
award n premium of $500
Charles Hardy, of Biddcford, exhibited a
contrivance of his own which is called n
Dumb Table Water,-a sort of revolving
stand to be set upon the table at meal time,
and thus to enable each one to help himself
quietly and conveniently. Mr.. Hardy pre-.
sonted 2"portablc walters, "and "chmney
stands" all of his own construction, to
which we call the attention OF the public
He also presented Card Grinder OF which
Manufacturers show their appreciation by
its very general use. 1t appears to your
Committee that Mr. Hardy has taken aliyely
interest in the exhibition, and is entitled to
the hearty thanks of the Society.
Mrs. j. Hilton exhibited an Entry Lamp
of her own manufacture, eyincing perseyer-
ance, skill. and taste, and we award her q
gratuity of Sl,00
Mrs. G. w. Nichols, of Saco, exhibited
an Earthen Colander, said to have been made
by the first Potter in the United States.
A Glass Bottle was entered on our book
containing "a Reel. wound with tape,-the
shaft of the reel keyed into the bottle, and
tho key fastened by pin. How this work
was oil done inside Of the bottle .baflled the
wisdom ofthe Committee to determine. The
author Of the work, and exhibitor wisely
withheld his name,-probably for lear OF
prosecution for witchcrait.
VIM. ii. Bryant of Biddeford, presented
an Ostrich Egg Shell, an Indian Belt, and
Indian Paddle, all interesting to visitors,
and gratifying to the curious.
Edward Eastman, OF Saco, exhibited q
specimen of "Iron Roofing" of the practical
value of which your Committee are unln-
formed. The cost Of the Roofing is 6 Ia
cents per square foot.
John Barker showed specimens Of Paper
Cutting, evincing ingenuity.
S. II. Milliken, of Saco, exhibited Brass
Cannon, which attracted no little notice
In these times of gathering battalions, and
"mustering squadrons," no display Of the
arts of peace, or trophies won upon agricul-
tural fields, can fully divert, even for an
hour. the public mind from the great theme
of thought and anxiety-the mighty effort
of the people to preserve tho life Of the great
Republic.
Whenever an object is presented that can
aid the Imagination in bringing to MING the
destruction and confusion of battle, every
one with a sadder countenance, and, perhaps,
q fearful eye, pauses and retlects,-how
many thousands of us have friends who must
see and confront instruments of destruction
tbousand-fold moro formidable than this,
not on exhibition in 'marble halls" In the
shadow of wreaths and roses; but in stern
and determined position, with earnest intent
and deadly range, sending forth kissing
messengers on errands of death! How many
A brave heart must pour out its life-blood to
maintain the liberties OF the people, and the
hope Of the oppressed Of every land sach,
perhaps, are some of the thoughts OF those
who stop to examine the little sporting can
non called "The Rebels Doom"
Mrs. Horace Bacon, Of Biddeford, had up
on exhibition pair Of Dutch shoes. also
pair of old slippers. combs, plates, and mug
of ancient date, in striking contrast with the
same articles of recent make.
Daniel bennett, Of Buxton, exhibited one
of Whceler's Patent Water Drawers. 1t is
A simple and cheap continuance, and possesses
advantages over anything in the pump line.
Mr.. bennett is the sole agent, we believe,
for York County. Those in want OF pumps
would do well to consult Mr.. bennett and
examine his machine, before purchasing else
where.
4. q E,,a f,rp
sisting of chairs sofas. &c. They also entered
n Secretary OF their own manufacture, made
nm in a substantial and worklnanlikc manner;
and for this we recommend gratuity OF
""N ~ $500
Fred. A. Day, of Biddeford, exhibited q
lot of store goods, consisting Of wooden and
oil cloths, rugs, carpets, &c. all OF which
were of exceeding great beauty and excel
lence, and those in need Of such goods must
remember that Fred. A. Day has them on
hand. and will sell them ut war prices.
A. l.. Berry, of Biddeford, offered Tor ex-
animation a lot of Ladies' Furs, Of which
your COMMITTEES do notprotess to be the best
,udces,-but, ladies. A. l.. Berry Is un.
d,ubtsdly tho man OF whom to buy ius oil
oil kinds.
'Twamhley & Smith exhibited a case of
.Jcwelry of rare beauty and splendor. The
Committee apprehend that these goods were
not entered with any purpose OF obtaining
awards, but to show what York County can
do. The firm Of Twambley 4 Smith is long
and well known, and it would be superfluous
for us to say anything in its favor; but IT
we were in need Of watch or anything in
their line, and wished to secure against hum
bug, we would 90 to Twamblsy & Smiths.
Mr. T. Haley, Of Biddeford, exhibited q
showcase Of specimens Of dentistry which
were exccllenk no doubt, but the Committee
did not derive much pleasure in examining
tbem.-recollection coming wildly to mind
of long seasons of toothachc, and dentists
Offices, and chairs, and forccps, and old teeth