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cases, a sufficiently flat surface for planting. The work per- 

 formed with a cylinder plough by Mr. Smith, of Greenfield, is 

 worthy of special notice. We have had frequent occasions to 

 observe the operation of this plough, and feel justified, therefore, 

 both from observation and experience, in commending it as 

 one of the most viseful and valuable of all the implements of 

 husbandry of this class. 



On the second day, which had been announced as the time 

 for the exhibition of horses and trial of their speed, the attend- 

 ance of visitors was largely increased. Several fine horses were 

 brought and exercised on the track early in the morning, fore- 

 showing what might be expected in the exhibition. Being 

 obliged, however, to leave the place before the time for the 

 exhibition arrived, we are unable to say more of it than that, 

 as it was afterwards reported by a disinterested and competent 

 judge, it was creditable both to the society and the competitors. 



In the afternoon, the annual address was delivered, on the 

 grounds, by Rev. Dr. Vaill, of Palmer, who, it was said, gave 

 great satisfaction to a large and attentive audience. 



We are not acquainted with the constitution of this society, 

 nor do we know what arrangements are usually made for the 

 annual exhibition. We venture, however, to suggest here, as 

 a matter of general utility, that there should be an early organi- 

 zation of committees, appointed to act as judges in the several 

 departments, for the purpose and with the view of ascertaining 

 where animals and articles of special worth are possessed, and 

 of urging upon the owners of them the importance of contribut- 

 ing them to the fair. Much might be accomplished in this way 

 by any suitable committee. Many things might be pledged 

 beforehand to the show, which would add to its attractiveness 

 and worth. For want of such an organization, committees — 

 whose duty is limited to the day on which they are expected to 

 serve — feel less interest in the matter, often fail to attend, or, 

 if present, are disappointed and disheartened at the meagre 

 display to be made in their special departments. 



It also occurred to us, that, whenever the annual exhibitions 

 of two societies are to be held in different places, within a short 

 distance of each other and after a little interval of time, the 

 whole surrounding community would be more benefited by an 

 " union " exhibition in each place in its turn. At Hampden 



