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The Shreveport weekly news., 1861-09-09

Our enterprising and patriotic
fellow citizens, Messrs. Ball and Da-
shiel, thinking that the city of ,iincvc-
port shotsl be able 10 boast of apoie
with the Confederate flag attached
to il, we are pleased to notice have
themselves accomplished the thing.
Yesterday morning they had Iaborers
at work raising a pole, and now oar
flag 1--WE don't MEAN Ow-'Sl can hr
seen proudly floating in the breeze in
front of their establishment. The
flag in itself is a large and, beautiful
thing; the pole, which is painted
white, is some sixtv-fivc feet high
from the street This adds much to
the appearance of our city, and is an
improvement. This reflects credit on
the gentlemen concerned.
4 Band Of Indian Hay7yors.--1'he
Helena fArk.) Shield of the 10th
inst. says:
From the Hon. G.. w. Adams, of
this county, who arrived at home Il
few days since from the northern part
of this State, we learn that 'on last
Monday week thirteen hHadyed Indian
warriors--Southcrn allies - crossed
the Arkansas river near Fort Smith,
en- route for McCuiloch's camp. The
Indians were armed with rifle, butcher
knife, and tomahawk, and had their
faces painted, and seemed eager for
the fray.
Good for ingun NE.
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4 Band Of Indian Harriors.-1'he
Helena (Ark.) Shield of the 10th
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Papers publishing the ahov" three
months. viii h,entitl,dto to III c>chaR@-
Tor The Daily.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13
LATEST NEWS
By the Mails.
From St. Louis.


ST.. Louis. Sept. IA.
Another fendish secession act has been perre
tratei on the Hannibal L ST. Joseph Railroad.
ia bridge near Shelbina Was partly sawed II
two.
When the train bound East reached it, the loco
motive and tender passed over, when the timber
gave way, and passenger car was peEciPitated q
the bottom.
leila n. Hughes, . distinguishes ed lawyer Of St
Joseph, and President Of tie Pony Express Com
pany, was killed and several others badly Wounded
lartin Green escaped from Gen. Pope's troops,
and crossed the North Mi sour road st Renick
with 2,ovO men, to join OwinRs. Harris and others
who have loo men in a neigh boring count.
A company Of Union men arrived at Rolla on
Sunday from Gssconade county, bringing eight
prisoners
They .eprot having two skirmishes, in which
they Killed Ell hit or ten armed rebels and wound
ei several more. None Of the Union men we're
hurt.
Another company, reaching Roia from Steel
vile, brought in tnirty-two musksts, found in
the woods near that place.
An expedition, com POSED Of two thousand men,
has left kolls for Benefits Mills, where Union
company has been surrounded by secession cavalry.
1t is thought thaosthe rebels will be captued,
and the l Cnion men relieved.
QUINCY, H., Sept. IL.
The Express agent in this city received a dis
patch yesterday from the Express Messenger on
the Hannibal st. Joseph Railroad, stating that
the tain going West was stopped at Osborn q
station about thrty-fve miles this gide of St.
Joseph that that city was in possession Of the
rebel forces and that one was allowed to enter
or depart tom it except by permission Of the rebel
authorities.
Nothing now was mentioned in the dispatch Of
the movements of Gen Pope and his forces, who
should have been ut st. Joseph before this tine.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13
From st. Louis.

- IT LOUIS, Sept. IL.
Mrs. Welfon and flee colored woman named
Hannah Courteney, were arrested yesterday for
selling poisoned pies 70 soldiers at Camp Benton.
With view TO promoting health and cou.for.
Of troops in and near st. Laui- : Gen Frenon, ha.
appointed a sanitary committee Of gentlemen.
who shall serve vol4ntarly, and be seiaor
able al ?. sasu.er The genera object os this 9. m
mission shall be TO carry out such sanitary reguia
t5ns as the WILL be ng OF tho solpiers demand il
shall have authority under the directions OF mel
ical directoos to select, Git up and furnish suitable
buildings for Army and Brigade Hospitals IL sucn
places and such manner a. circumstances feqnire
aid attend 10 the selection 0f women for nGrs ~
AMI shai' co-orera'l with surgeons in the vaf4Gls
hosF itais i n providing male nur e. consult with
commanding aud regiMenta officer with regard
ie SAM tary and general condition OF troops, aud
aii them In providing proper means Tor the PIE
servation oi hea n, and preventing sickness by
wholesome cooked food, aud obtain from commu
nifty at large such additional means of incroasin, !,
Comfort and promoting the moral and socia vel
fare oi me1 In camp anu hospitals may be need
cd. and crnLot be furnished ey government regu-
latious. Committee not intended TO insertere v tn
III eiical stat other officers o. the army but t.
Cooperate with aud aid them in the discharge Of
their present arduous duties.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13

STABBING AEFIAY.-Y esterday NOR
ming. While the steamer Henry Clay was ia, :
ing at our levee, an affair took place between
the Steward and Second Engineer Of the boat,
which resulted in the latter receiving severe
wound. with carving knife, il tie back. 1t
appears that the Engineer made the fret d..
nonstration by hitting the Steward with a
gauge stick." and turning to run, was chased
by the Steward, over.hauled and 'stuck" as
before stated. The Steward was arrested and
held under $500 bail to answer.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13
From Louisville.

LoUisviLLs, Sept II.
:, = speciai to the Journal from v a.hington,
iith' says zen Mcclellan has carried Halls Hell,
iosing 10 KILLED. Banks' command is within :
shsrt distance.
Zen Butler Is expected Tomorrow
me evansville Journal says the steamer Sue
l'es' under Command ~ gun squadron from thst
f''.e, captured boat with 100 bbls. OF salt,
destined ior the rebels
southern papers say that Col. w. r. Lynd, lato
ss,an' " Navy Agent,has been appointed chief of
.ui. Jones, Of the ith Alabama Regiment. died
~ orahge 1onrt House the 10th, BY wounds
received at the battle ii Bun Run.
". Boyd, late clerk il the Feaer., War Dana,t.
Gent, has arrived At Richmond, with full infor-
nation respecting matters at " ashDgton
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13
UNION COUNTY CONVENTION.

The citizens Of Scott county who believe that
the time has fully come when the interests Of the
country demand that all merely partisan organiza-
tions and platforms should be laid aside that,
throughout the entire country all men should
unite in favor of unconditional a1intaiaauce Of
the Union and the Constta.on are reques sted to as
scmblc 10 mass Convention at the Court House in
the city OF Davenport. on Saturday, :ho 2lst day
Of September, 1851, at O'Clock 7. 81, for the pur
pose of nominating Candidates for Legislature and
county officers
GEO. 5. G. DOW.
CH. Z. PUTNAM, Co. Committee.
j. I. SMITH,,
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13
From W ashinglun.

WAsHINGros, Sept. u.
~ is the general opinion here that general en-
gageineh' eanno be much longer delayed. Good
military crlscs, however, declare that they expect
40 serious hEhting tor two or three weeks
All Was quiet at Cham Bridge last night nd
ohe rebels have not shown themselves this morn.
ing.
The htirg in the vicinity Of Chain Bridge this
IN ,rh ns wa from artillery lractcc.
odcau soldiers ecovered from ia c Icwisyile
heid by detachment Of ,he 18Th MARYLAND regi-
iAen' today. M further tdings have been
heard of Lieat. Hancock who is supposed killed.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13
From 81. I.ouis,

m = LOUIS, sept. II.
Tho connection between the Pacific and Iron
y un ntains kairo ID. wa. completed o-day This
function OF road, Was maze by order of GEN
fremont, anl VIII enable he Government to trans
Fnft ir"op, ami army stores from ono section of
We STATE to another wi hrut re. shipping. Troops
r@n also be traLsported iron the river without
tne delay " marching through the city.
II j. reported that capt. Boyd, commar ding tho
rebels q buchanan county, marched into st
iosera SATURDAY lust ana llnndeIei the stores Of
some four thousand dollars worth of goods
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13
From New York.

NEw York, Sept. II.
McStanley was sent 10 Fort LAFAYETTE TODAY
charged with enticing soldiers to desert and enlist
III the r. bel sersi e.
Letters dated Caracas, Aug. 81, state that tho
sumter was seen of Porto abslo on the 18th,
"ith new prize, supposed 20 be the bark Thersa
from Naracaiou iur \ Y, with fee
On the 10Th, steamer flying tho American
Ing passed harb0r. reporting herself the Key
Stone State. Ihc pilo; who went out to her re-
ports that she was steamer. The Rev
stone State l. years cid. II is surmised tho
vessel gave assumed name for some peculiar
reasons,
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13

FATAL AccIDENT.-Ye Yesterday morn
Jog Mr. Thomas WEIGH. Of this city went into
the country about three mles. on the Harri
spn street road, for q load of hay. He had
procured the hay and was just preparing to
climb upon the load, when his horses, . span
OF young colts. stated up. throwing him un.
der the wagon. both wheels running over his
head and killing him instantly. The deceased
vas an honest. aober and exemplary citizen
and leaves wife and one child to mourn his
untimely loss. His funeral will take place
from his late residence on 9th street, between
Perry aud Rock Island. this afternoon.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13
VOLUME g..
2emotrat aud 3ews.
FRIDAY MORkIN0,...........SE SEPT. Is, 1881.
Democsa,,c County Convention.

The D.mocrAs. Of scott County viii meet 10
delegate convention at the Court House In
Davenport on Saturday. Sept 18th, 1851. st
Z o'clock r. N, Tor the purpose Of nominating z
cardidstss. TO be voted Tor at the general cleo
zion on The sth Of October. 1861 for the fol.
loving officers. viz: Two Senator. three Rep
resenta,ivss. . County Judge. Sheriff. Tressnr-
or and Recorder. Superintendent OF Po0l'c
Schools. County surveyor and Coronsr.
Tho Democrats Of ssch tovIship IN the
county will assemble on Friday evening, the
18Th, and select delegates for ss'd convention.
In the ratio Of one delegate for each town.
ship, and one additional for each twenty votes
cas-, for stephen A. Douglas ct the last Presi-
Dental election. Per order Of
The County Committee.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13
From Baltimore.

baLIiA tEK Sept u
The 18th Of sept, the anniversary of the battle
of baltimore, Is being celebrated here 10 day b,
iaya citizens Gen Dix Is uei an oider lur firing
a salute and for dress trade ia 9ntr 0f The dan
AT the various camps Then, y 5th Regiment ii
uayes, have a grand dress parade iIom their tor.
fled camp pn iedera H.l, passing through tia
city and around the differoLt n numents The A.
-o.iation Of Old Defenders made their usual pi-
ra 9, with their cid dag, when they have not de-
el
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13
MARYLAND News.

PLBASANT HILL Mu., sept. II.
Firing was heard on Sunday. in the direction Of
Conrads Ferry. Our pickets discovered rebel
cavalry encamped about two miles from the river,
and Cant. Tompkins of the Rhode Island battery
threw about 80 shells into encampment Of cavaI-
NJ Every preparation is being made to give the
rehels : warm reception should they make IN st-
t.mrt To cross between Great Falls and Point OF
Rocks. With the view Of marching on baltimore,
dmultansous with their their threatened attssk
on Washington.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13
Maine Election.

PORTLAND, Me-, Sept. u.
The towns casting two-thirds of aggregate vote
Of the stage, give Washburne, (Kep) 1866
Jameson, (Union DEM l5,l75; Dana, Peace
Dem. 1910. Majority for Wsshburne, 2,t47,
against l2,O72 in Same towns last year.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13
Il ednctie II OF Postagr to Foreign Coun-

WAsHISGToS, Sept. l..
II future the single rate u postage ID prepaid
letters, posted in tie | ) ahi addressed I'll
P'n-,ia, Aus ria. R.yaria. ~axrny Wartelnhurg.
y ieaburs, Luxembtr., rlunsehvei,. Lupr.
aa' a'hiinturg, Strcitz. Hamburg li9tIeu a.
..rwa!Jei n the PTuss closed mail, VIII be r.
ucee Us cents. !. unpaid lei ers to rhateyvf
part Of Germany they may be addressed ana al.
unpaid ls'tcrs addressed t. any other German
states titan til Sc abav" named. will continue to
be charged at the existing rate OF cents.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13
NOTICE.
.TOseph .N'irO)e
VX/ISBES TO INFORM HIS FRIEN

TX/ISBES TO INFORM HIS FRIENDS AND
w the public gsnerally that he has resuned
business on the south side Of Third between Main
and Rrsdy streets, Arst store from Brady where he
will keep constantly on hand good assortment Of
CLIO Csss, CAsslMEREs 4 vRsrlNGs
which he will make up to order. Also small lot
Of CLOTHING which he will soll q cost. Gen
asnsn's owa nstesiAl nAds up to on1se. fsglSt
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13
Republican Convention at Syracuse.

SYRACUSE, n i. Sept. IL.
delegation from the German Republic Con
vention, held yesterday, instructed. and their
chairman submitted the resolutions ado ted th i
body. The resolutions speak of the Ger mans hold
ing parate convention IL 9 on means Of OBJ
tanning the expression and sentiments OF the Gar
man population: that without the aid Of German
Republicans the patty Of Liberty would never
have been successful. Look a. the disaster ut
Bulls Run who was il kept together and pro-
tected their retreat lying army! Had
they not heard the name of klnker's brigade
Who was it that passed a weary night in suspense
on the damp sands at liatteras ponts VAST not
Weber with his gallant forces! Look too at the
muster rolls throughout the county, and you will
find registered whole regiments and brigades of
German citizens. Are not all ready t.
sacrifice all we hold dear, little pr yerty our
lives, to save the homes and existence Of our aiop
ted Fatherand. Loud applause. The resolu-
lions refer to the pref udice against Germans, and
the warfare waged against them by Know Moth
ngs, and say Let ms be friends and equals, not
only in time OF war aud death, but also in peace
let share your hono RS, rights and privileges.
4 resolution was passed receiving the above re
solutions, a ID thanking the gentlemen for the
manner in which i. had been presented and invit-
ing them to seats on the hoos.
The ticket of the Peoples Union Convention
was then read and received with mingled applause
ami Kisses.
ventiou ticket, with the exception Of Canal Com
missioner.
An amendment, substituting the name of Clear
son Williams for State Treasurer, was lost by s.
to lG4 lie was put up rs o make-peace with the
German element.
The motion to endorse the ticket amended,
by the substitution of Bruce for Tallmadge, was
then carried, only q few voices answering in the
negative.
The Convention then rose and chee1ei loudly
far the resolutions and address Of the Germans,
and resolutions were then adopted.
One Of the resolutions says; THAT National
peace purchased by National dshonor, is more
than war.
The thanks Of the Convention were presented
to II Van Wyck Presi lent and other officers.
The following is the ticket agreed upon by the
Peoples Union Convention, which il the same
adopted by the Republicans, except Tallmaige,
for Canal Commissioner: For Attorney General,
Daniel s. Dickinson Secretary Of State, Horatio
Ballard Comptroller, Lncius Robinson Treasurer,
WIN. b. Lewis; Canal Commissioners long term,
F. A. Alberger. short term, Fred'k A. Tallmadge ;
State Prison inspector, A b. Tappan State kngi-
neer and Surveyor, wm. B. Taylor; Judge Of Ap-
peals, VIM. B. Wright.
Both Conventions adjourned. sine die.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13

| shsas pe' e'formsnces next yesr chow proportion.
I'd Improvements Of the past twelve months,
~ may expect 70 equal the best tine Of the
eslsbrstsd trotting stsllions Of other Statea
MATCHED HoRsEs
This class Vas recalled from yes, erdsy, on
account Of several entries from . distance not
being present. They we're parsded before the
stsnd-serit around the ring once or twice
AID sent away. The new corners belonged to
MILO Lathrop. Of Jones county. Jas. E Gould, Of
Plsassnt Valley and come others. Premiums
declared to-day We believe.
DRAuGHr HoRsxs
In this class two entriee were msde-one
span by Isaac Little. Of Davenport. and the
other by Is. Latin. Of Moline. The.strength OF
the horses was tested by drawing q sled load
cd down with bystsnders Mr.. Litt!e's team
displayed great strength and pulled their
load handsomely. but we're outdons by the
Moline team, which were heavier and Ia bet
ter pulling condition. The trial vas highly
| entertaining.
BEsr STALLION 3 YEARS OLD
There were five entries: Lsmpson ANTE.
Iops," 5. 5. BIackmsn's Iowa Prince. Dr. Halls
Pilot, VOLTS Champion Star and d. W. Tai
cott's Arso. Of they went for Q half mile
dssh-fvs as iue'young..colts a. one would
wish TO see. A second half mile dash was or.
dered; Champion and Antelope-f former 10.
side. They went oil handsomely. and showed
good speed, Champion coming home several
Il
together in good style, Iowa Prince coming in
. distance ahead, Champion and Antelope re.
called tor mile dash. On the fret half, Ante
lope come in long way ahead. Champion
looked badly, brushed up q little but was dis
tanced.
TWO YEAR OLD sTALLIoNs.
Four entries by c. X. Marks Prince, s K
Bossler's Hunter. G. Staltenberg's Sam. and J.
q. jeOnisons Frank. all fine, handsome colts,
Of the largest size and best style ever euter.d
in this county.
YEARLIN0 sTALLIoNs.
There were hve entries: by l.. Prussia,
Ben. Chas hurry. Morgan, ! Brownie Frank.
Chas Mason, Duroc. ard J. :. Shoolon, Prince
This display was excellent. The cclts v ere
larger than ordinary two year olds, and OF
fine breeds.
This closed the exercises Of the day.
PROGRAMME TO-DAY.
Trial Of horses IN the three minutes and Mfee
minutes and a hatf trof at ten O'clock.
Auction eale Of Stock st IL o'clock, and
The Grand Trial for the 300 premium By
Blackbird. Basnsw, Tom Hyer and Black
Tiger. in the afternoon. This is the best day
Of the season.
LADIES IN pursuit of late styles OF
Dry Goods. should not fail to call at " hslers
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13
ST. Louis, Sept. 12.

ST. LOUIS Sept. IL.
Tho latest advices frcm Paducah state that tn 0
impression prevails that the enemy wOu.d not st-
task that place.
The cir.alation Of the Dubuque herald has been
nterdicted in this county by order Of the Provost
Marshal.
Capt. HAsard, q. 8. N. arrived to-day.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13
LATEST NEWS
By TELEGRAPH.
THE WAR NEWS.
Privateer Sumter" Wrecked.
ANOTHER BATTLE In VIRGINIA
Colonel Rankin to Raise Z Regiment
Of 1900 Lancers.
Gen. FlOyd's Command II ouicd.
SklR MisHING In MARYLAND.
Keiuc.i lion OF Postage TO FOREIGN Counsrtss.
AFTERNOON DISPATCHES.
AFTERNOON DISPATCHES.
The National Loan.

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. II.
There were four hundred subscribers to the Ma
tional Loan to-day, and one hundred and two
Thousand dollars subscribed at the Office OF Jay,
Cook Co., and twenty seven thousand at the
u. 5. Mint.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13
DAILY REPORT.

T.
OTP;oE OF THE DEMOCRAT AND NEw5l
Thursday Eve, September IL, 1861. I
Quotations are unchanged since our last. Corn
is very dull, but Whea; and arley are active and
firm at quotations below.
FLOUR Firm at s3.60@4.Oo. Shipments $50
bbls.
WHEAr-Actiye at 4S@52c. Receipts7 ,s52 bu
Shipments 2,0s5 bu.
BARLEY.-In demand at 2od25c. Receipts $50
bu. Shipments 400 bu.
CoaN.-Dull at loc. Receipts 800 bu.
OATS s. Nominal at 1lGl2lxc;
ONIoNs.--Dull at 59sc per bu. Receipts 29l
bu.
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13

STATE o. Iowa. ADJr GRNERAL's OrrICE.
Davenport, Sept 9, 1861.
10 O@eer' Of Companies and Recruiting on.
GERS:
To meet the requi.itioos Of the General
Government. this Department wishes to raise
1900 men for Western service.
AT least 100 men will be needed for Forts
Leavenworth and Kendall. and to meet THE
call. 1t 10 hoped that officers and mn win
make prompt response. N B. BAKra,
Adjt. Gen. Of Iowa.
state pspere pIeese copy sept0-dtf
Daily Democrat and news. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1859-1864, 1861-09-13

G. H. SCAuvHN, %, Dearborn street, ChiAgc, d
authorixea to orecsive advertisements for this ps.
per.
ROUNDS LANoDox, lss Randolph street, Chi
oaeo, are authorised TO receive fog
this popes. 4s5 - 8ss .fsss{
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THE CI y.
TEN THOusAND . SPECTATORS PRESENT.
Grand Trial Of Speed bet,oesn "Bo'ho".'
Tom Hyer." " Six Stockings" s'd
"I'iouqh Boy"
Bashaw VIM II Thee straight Heats
TIME s.3s. 1885. AND 2;34!

Yesterday the exhibition at the Fair Grounc'
vas a grand success. The morning was cool
but cloudlsss, and the promise OF great things
turned almost the entire available population
Of the city. to say nothing Of crowds from
abroad. towards the grounds The spscia
trains came in with . large number Of visitors
from abroad. and st ten o'clock, when We first
went in, the entrance gates we're thronged
doing their utmost 10 supply the demand for
admission tickets. IL Vas sooE found that two
men could not sell fast enough. when another
office was opened to supply the demand. Never
have We seen anything to compare with the
rush at any exhibition in Iowa. Expectation
wac at it's height, and it is our opinion that
one deemed il disappointment.
The committees in the various classes were
sent out at ten o'clock TO examine the various
entries and make up their opinion upon the
merits Of the respective entries. As the re,
suits Of their Investigations have not yet been
made public We cannot Of course. cay anything
interesting about it. We trust that ell will be
satisfied with the vsrdicts brought 10. At all
events We have the utmost confidence that the
committees performed their duty without fa-
vor to any party, and upoE their best Iudg-
ment
We believe that in the various de artment.
the work OF the committees was nearly it not
quite completed. In our next We hope to be
able to give full lst Of premiums
At the judges stand the committee com.
menced with
MULES AND Asses,
and in that department there was highly
creditable dieplsy. We we're not present 81
the time and cannot give the names Of the
contes,ants. Next came
fBULLs-oLD AND YOUNG,
and 10 that stock there we're samples from
Iowa and Illinois. that are very bard to beat
Canuon's LORD Of Scotland" the best Ddrham
bull in America. together with Jack" "Hec.
tor" belmont" "Nebraska,' and a host Of
lesser note, made up field tha, would gladden.
the eyes Of the most accomplished stock fan
ciers. Waehbon's splendid Devon bulls were
much admired, and we'll they might be.
AFTERNOON.
The work commenced with bringing out the
beet Mares, four years old and upwards also
those Of three. two and one years old, and the
sucking Colts. The display was handsome
and indicative Of great progress in raising
horses.
The best brood Of Colts from any horse we're
next brought out-after which commenced
THE GREAT TROT