, 1907-09-17
SECOND DAY OF
THE COUNTY FAIR

grounds. Ralph Bath was on Hornet,
but 1t was Mr.. Bath that was "stung,"
the horse refusing to do anything and
was given a lemon.
Ed Smith on Red Devil made a fine
showing and created a good deal of
interest.
Harry Jones on "Mittie" caught the
grand stand, and there was intense
excitement, but Jones stayed there"
and the animal was overcome.
Jake Maring mounted Carrie Ma
tion," and like her namesake of Kan
sas fame, ''bucked like the devil" Not
much use, however, as Maring stuck
to her and rode her to a finish.
"Muldoon" proved the worse horse
of the afternoon, but Ronald Mcdonald
rode him to a finish in a very pretty
display.
Ed McNurlen on Starlight made a
good showing. the horse behaving not
very badly.
Albert Cation rode Hawthorne" but
the animal was not very lively.
Frank Stone, the veteran, was on
idaho" and Tie way that horse went
was a-plenty.
Bath Injured in Relay Race.
In the relay race this afternoon, 2h
miles, change horses every half hour,
Ralph Bath, the third entry. was
thrown and seriously injured. 1t was
reported at first that his skull had
been fractured, but DR.. Stevens, who
was quickly at the side of the injured
man, said not. The race was won by
Fred Snyder, with Cyrel Eykyn second.
Among the Exhibits.
In department L, women's work,
Supervisor Mrs. Anna B. Holiday has
for assistants this year Mrs. Corthell
and Mrs. James Cordiner. In this Sec
ton great improvement in the quality
of the work shown is again remarked
this year, the exhibits being all wor-
thy of premiums. In the embroidery
section there is a splendid showing of
dainty gowns, lingerie waists, hats,
ETC., eyelet, shadow. H%ardanger, Mount
Mellick and Wallachian work, all be-
ing represented In the numerous
pieces. There is al interesting show
ing Of college banners and pennants.
and the sofa pillows displayed are
very beautiful. A handsome Navajo
blanket is loaned for exhibition pur-
poses.
Articles in Darned Net.
The display of crochet work is very
fine and the articles in darned net are
well worth inspection. OF handmade
curtains, quilts of silk and cotton and
other articles there is a b~ewildering
array and the judges in this section
have the sympathy of hosts of friends.
The Holiday company has an ex-
hibit which includes the White new
rotary sewing machine and the Edison
and Victor monographs, Mrs. Andrew
Miller being in charge to set forth the
excellence Of the articles shown.
Portrait by Robert Fulton.
Department X, fine arts, is again
directed by Mrs. A. B. Hamilton. Mrs.
| w. H. Douglas and Mrs. T. H. Gibson
being the assistants. There is an in
teresting loan exhibit, and the depart
ments of photography, typography,
basketry. china, etc. make creditable
showings. One of the curiosities of
the section is an ancient portrait
which was executed by Robert Fulton
of steamboat fame in 1900. 1t is a
likeness of Edward Mott, esq.,, and
was the property of Mrs. Andrew
Erickson's great grandfather and be-
longs now to Mrs. Erickson.
Dairy and Pantry Products.
Department E, dairy and pantry, has
been removed from art to agricul-
tural hall. Mrs. L. B. McWethy is
the supervisor, and, fortunately, the
tempting viands are protected by glass
cases from the numerous hungry OBJ
servers.
Many Nice Vegetables.
Department F, agricultural products,
is in charge Of Prof. L. B. McWethy,
and a strong showing is made of veg
etables, grains and flowers in agricul-
tural hall. Department G, horticul-
ture and Horticulture. with Prof. Gilki-
son directing, is also given space. Mr..
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