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SEEDLING GRAPES. 



For a new variety of Native or Seedling Grape, equal or superior 

 to the Isabella, ripening, in this County, in the open air, by the 

 middle of jSqjtemher, TproMc and suitable for the table — first pre- 

 mium, $20; second do., $10. 



CRANBERRY VINES. 



For the most successful experiment in transplanting Cranberry 

 Vines, or raising them from the seed, which shall be in the most 

 flourishing and productive state on the first of September, 1854. 

 Competitors will be required to give a particular account of their 

 several operations. 



First premium, $15.00 [ Second premium, $10.00 



HEDGES. 



For the best live Hedge Fence, of not less than one thousand feet 

 in length, premium to be awarded in 1854. 



First premium, $10.00 | Second premium, $5.00 



DOMESTIC MANUFACTURES. 



Fancy Articles, — including Needlework, Crotchetwork, Shell- 

 work, Millinery, Drawings, Paintings, &c. 



For such articles in this department as may be deemed worthy, a 

 premium or gratuity, at the discretion of the Committee. 



Note. It should be understood that, in this department of Ladies' work — 

 while other things ■will receive due consideration — the premiums are intended 

 sokly for neidy made articles -vNhich are really useful, or particularly beautiful 

 For well made garments of any kind ; for stocking knitting of M'ool, cotton, or 

 silk ; for bonnet and cap making ; for all articles of children's wear, well made or 

 tastefully embroidered ; for neat and thorough mending, patching, and darning ; 

 for drawing, designing, or painting in oil or water colors ; for models in plaster, 

 wood, or marble, &;c. 



Children under 12 years of age, attending the public schools, are not invited to 

 offer anything for premium, except such articles as will show their docility, dili- 

 gence, and good behavior at school, and shall be accompanied with a ccrtificata 

 of approbation from their school teacher. To such articles particular attention 

 wiU be given, and premiums at the discretion of the Committee. 



Manufactures of Straw. For the best Straw Bonnet — first 

 premium, $8; second do., $6. 



