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H. H. Pillsbnry, of Danvers, presented eight vehicles : Rock- 

 away, Phaetons, Delivery wagons, and Buggies. A light Piano 

 box buggy was accorded a second class gratuity, for its fine 

 lines and finish, these being about the average. 



B. F. Lewis, of Amesbury, displayed one of his celebrated 

 Road wagons. This wagon was among the attractive vehicles, 

 and received many flattering comments from the visitors. It 

 was finished "in the wood, " light weight, and thoroughly built 

 as are all of his vehicles. A gratuity was awarded. 



Chas. Rowell & Son, of Amesbury, exhibited a new and de- 

 sirable style of an extension top Rockaway. In its construc- 

 tion, as well as all of their production, the best of material is 

 used. Every part is built in a workmanlike manner, and for 

 the money asked was one of the most elegant jobs exhibited. 

 A first class gratuity was awarded. 



John H. Clark & Co., of Amesbury, presented an elegant 

 two spring Phaeton. This firm, which is second to none for 

 producing fine work, makes a specialty of Surreys, Extension 

 tops, Goddards and Phaetons of light and medium build, which 

 for quality and price are unsurpassed. A gratuity was awarded. 



Briggs Carriage Co., of Amesbury, exhibited in the estima- 

 tion of the committee, the finest collection of vehicles. They 

 displayed six jobs : Six passenger Park, six passenger Wag- 

 onette, Kensington wagon, Democrat wagon, Road wagon, and 

 Bu^gy. Although this display did not give an adequate idea of 

 the large number of styles this company build, still it was suffi- 

 cient to attract the attention and commendation of visitors. 

 The heavy jobs, i e. Park, AVagonette, and Kensington cart 

 was of unusual interest. Large and convenient buildings, well 

 supplied with improved machinery, and by employing skilled 

 workmen, and using the best attainable materials, this concern 

 produces as fine and stylish work as the best. For superior 

 workmanship, elegance in design and finish, the committee 

 awarded to this company the society's diploma, two first class 

 gratuities and a gratuity of $1.00. 



