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dozen speoimens to be exhibited, together with a history of its 

 origin, a description of its growth, and the bearing character of 

 the tree, — first premium, $10 ; second do., $5. 



SEEDLING GRAPES. 



For a new variety of Native or Seedling Crrape, equal or su- 

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

 the middle of Sejjtember, prolific and suitable for the table, — first 

 premium, $20 ; second do.. 



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 firgt of September, 1855. 

 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, DraAvings, 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 solely for 

 newly made articles which are really useful, or particularly beautiful. For well made 

 garments of any kind ; for stocking knitting of wool, 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 

 any thing for premium, except such articles as will show their docility, diligence, and 

 good behaviour at school, and shall be accompanied with a certificate of approbation 

 from their school teacher. To such articles particular attention will be given, and 

 premiums at the discretion of tlie Committee. 



