New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-11-21
LOUISIANA STATE FAIR
MECHANICS AND AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY
FIFTH YEARLY EXPOSITION

provement on the first day. Many of the
most prominent exhibitors had their goods
artistically arranged, go neatly that visitors
could make critical inspection without
crowding each other. Even taking a flying
view, man could not see all the beautiful
wares in a days visit.
Entering through the gateway from Es-
planade street, the first building is not a
pretenti0us one, but it contains lever that
has made and unmade men and nations.
Next is large shed, which will soon con-
tain massive machinery, and there are pal
pable evidences Of what is to come.
The first of the three new buildings is fer
finer machinery, and some Of the pieces are
already in working order. A new style of
shingle machine takes in tree and in a
twinkIing sends out smooth shingles. The
entire apparatus, including the engine, does
not occupy the space Of a fair sized bed
room. c. S. & S. Burt, cotton planters,
are particularly interested in this building,
for here are gins Of all patents, and fabrics
for cotton. All these things are assuming
practical form, inviting close attention from
every class Of visitors, mechanics as well as
manufacturers and farmers. In a day or
two more this floor will prove especially in
vitlng.
The principal building, that of brick, con-
tains articles Of more artistic grade. Every
citizen will find his or her time fully taken
up in simply admiring the thousands Of at
fractions. One may pass full week and
not see all that is exhibited or begin to un-
derstand their uses. Nearly all the COM
petitors are prepared, and both floors pre-
sent a rare sight. The presidents Office is
here.
The third building is not devoid of inter-
est for the general observer, although ex-
hibitors are not fully prepared. Only day
or SO will complete details. There are fair
signs Of progress and animation. Money
and talent combined must have their effect.
There was an increase in the number of
visitors yesterday over other days, and
there was an apparent spirit of inquiry
Ladies need have no fear about soiling their
tiny shoes, for the promenades and walks
are in excellent condition, especial attention
having been paid to paths and bitches, and
laborers are kept at work improving each
passage.
OF all the entries, there are none of ci-
gars, and only one Of candy manufacture.
Whose fault Other manufacturers are
displaying commendable spirit, and now
is the opportunity for competition. In fur
niture there is a scanty showing.
We noticed in one Of the large buildings
a neat and expensive diagram of the in
terror Of the Academy of Music, flanked by
fine pictures Of Mrs. Bowers, the great ac-
tress engaged by Mr.. Bidwel to appear
next week.
The stove agents are firing up, and attract
the notice Of housewives. These rivals bake,
roast and broil as if life depended on their
exextions.
Managers of the fair attend closely to
their duties, which is fact worthy Of men
ton. We believe there is no complaint in
that direction. Mr.. Marks informed us that
several exhibitors, with extensive machin-
cry, arrived down the river yesterday
Tardiuess on the part of Western men is
for by tales that yellow fever
still exists in our city. Did this need any |
we can assure our neighbors that |
White Jack has killed Yellow Jack go dead |
that he can not raise his limp head out of |
vilest swamp in Louisiana.
The following awards were made vester-
day:
DRAFT HORSES.
Best stallion, four years old and over
mi i'm VI lQI tn ho TO rf
PAYNE.
Best stallion. one year and under two,
premium awarded to G. NJ. Barrow, Of
Bayou Sara.
Best gelding, four years and over, pre-
MUM awarded to Leonard 4 Maxwell.
Best breeding mare. four years and over,
awarded to C.. H. Sl0cOmb.
Best mare. three years old and under
our, premium awarded to H. B. Foley.
Best pair of draft horses, premium
Iwarded to Charles T. Howard.
TALLIONS FOR SINGLE HARNESS. ANY AGE
First premium. to American Star. owned
y C. H. Slocomb.
Second premium to stallion owned by A.
}. Carson.
EST MARE FOUR YEARS OLD AND OVER. FOR
SINGLE HARNESS.
First premium to mare owned by A. d.
heldOn.
Second premium to mare owned bv Leon
I'd & Maxwell.
EST MARE UNDER FOUR YEARS, SINGLE ,
HARNESS. Z
Premium to Leonard e. Maxwell :
EST GELDING FIVE YEARS AND OVER, SINGLE
HARNESS.
First premium to gelding owned by S. r.
erOme.
Second premium to gelding owned by A.
Sheldon. d