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mon Cabbage White (Pieris Brassicze), Small Cabbage White 
(Pieris Rapze), and Common Copper (Lyciena Phlzs). I have 
not noticed that the nocturnal Lepidoptera affect it, but it is 
very pleasant to anyone fond of seeing living creatures enjoy 
themselves to see how the above insects seem to rejoice in this 
pretty plant.—D., Deal. 
NEWCASTLE BOTANICAL AND HORTICULTURAL 
SOCIETY. 
AUTUMN SHOW, SEPTEMBER 10TH AND 11TH. 
So remarkable have been the successes achieved at the several 
:shows of this rejuvenated Society during the past few years that 
the last Exhibition, now under notice, was anticipated with more 
than ordinary interest—not by local exhibitors merely, but by 
horticulturists and cultivators in various parts of the country. 
We have the pleasure to record that the last success has proved 
more remarkable than ever. A fact that is peculiarly gratifying 
in connection with the Show is that every exhibit entered was 
staged, and when it is stated that there were 888 entries made by 
158 exhibitors the circumstance noted issomething for the Society 
to be proud of. The 158 exhibitors at this Show have done honour 
ito themselves and set an admirable example to others, and we 
cordially congratulate the Society on having such an earnest body 
.of supporters. 
Under the most fortuitous circumstances the success of any 
‘show depends in a great measure on the perseverance, tact, energy, 
and exertions of the Executive Committee and Secretaries. That 
none of the Newcastle officials lack in these essentials is obvious, 
for in the space of a little more than two years they have raised 
their exhibitions from a commonplace local character to a position 
which justifies them being ranked amongst the best of provincial 
shows. Formerly competitors were contined to a limited radius, 
but now exhibitors of renowned repute enter from all parts of 
England, and even the “land o’ cakes” adds its quota likewise. 
The Show just held both in extent and quality of produce sur- 
passed the most sanguine expectations. In consequence of the 
average high quality of the productions many worthy exhibits 
did not receive the Judges’ awards. This may cause temporary 
dissapointment, but the result will be to develope further and 
more indomitable energy in the future. Those who were success- 
ful were not humiliated, and future honours are well within their 
xeach. They have only to increase their exertions, and in due 
time they will have their reward. Plants have hitherto formed an 
important element in the Society’s autumn Show ; this time the 
classes for them were very limited. The Committee acted judi- 
ciously in so doing. Summer is the time for plants—autumn for 
fruit, cut flowers, and table decorations. The Show of fruit was 
superb, and it was no easy task for the Judge to make his awards, 
The table decorations of vases, epergnes, &c., were a splendid 
feature of the Exhibition ; and florists’ flowers, especially Dahlias, 
well sustained the fame of northern florists. Table decorations, 
fruit, and florists’ flowers were arranged in the Corn Exchange, 
which was tastefully decorated with banners and mottoes. The 
‘bouquets, flower baskets, and epergnes were in the Town Hall 
adjoining, 
In Class 1 five prizes were provided for the most tastefully 
arranged table with flowers, plants, and fruit. There were seven 
competitors, and the tables extending the entire length of the room 
produced a magnificent effect. The first prize of £10 was well won 
by Mr. Cypher of Cheltenham with a table which had for its centre 
a beautiful plant of Cocos Weddelliana in a bed of Selaginella and 
Ferns, and containing also Orchids, white and red Lapagerias, and 
several fine Grasses. LEncircling the base of the Cocos were four 
glass quadrants and four horseshoe-shaped glasses artistically 
filled with flowers ; besides these were two end pieces, fourteen 
finger glasses, and twelve dishes of fruit. The end pieces had 
bases of Dipladenias, Allamandas, and Ixoras, and lighter-coloured 
flowers were employed in the tops. This table altogether was a 
model of lightness and artistic skill. The second, third, and 
fourth tables were very near to each other in point of merit, the 
third being also very effective. Mr. Moult, Ravensworth Castle ; 
Mr. Methven, gardener to J. Lange, Esq., Heathfield House ; 
and Mr. Robinson, gardener to C. Perkins, Esq., Kirkley Hall, 
were the respective winners. 
Table plants were numerous and good. Mr. Westcott, Raby 
Castle, won first honours with neat examples of Dracznas, Crotons, 
and Aralias, beautifully surfaced with a Selaginella; Mr. Cypher 
and Mr, Lazenby, Woodside, Darlington, securing second and 
third prizes. Vases, epergnes, and bouquets were a fine display 
and occupied the attention of the Judges for a considerable time. 
For epergnes for the drawing-room, Messrs. Cypher, Bradley, 
Jones, and Hymer secured the prizes in the order named 
amongst eight competitors. Mr. Cypher was also first in the 
class for bridal bouquets ; Messrs. Turner Brothers, Liverpool ; 
J. Jones, Sunderland; and Mrs. Crament, Sunderland, had the 
remaining prizes. Twelve hand bouquets were staged ; Mrs. Cra- 
ment was first, and Mr. Cypher second. They were both very 
near to each other in point of merit, and far in advance of all 
others. Mr, Cypher was first for a bridal bouquet, and Messrs. 
Turner Brothers second. Baskets of cut flowers were shown 
extensively, Mr. Davison securing the first position ; and button- 
hole bouquets were very numerous, Mr. J. Battensby having the 
first prize with an arrangement of Hoya bella, Bouvardia, Myo- 
sotis, and Maidenhair Fern. 
Frovit.—This formed the most important feature of the Show, 
the Society’s prize of £5 for eight dishes of fruit, distinct, black 
and white Grapes being allowed, brought out seven competitors, 
the first prize going to Mr. J. B. Jowsey, gardener to Gilpin 
Brown, Esq., Richmond, who staged fine Gros Guillaume, and 
Muscat of Alexandria Grapes scarcely ripe ; Royal George Peaches, 
very good; and Violette Hative Nectarines ; an Enville Pine, the 
top of which was scarcely ripe, whilst the bottom was too much 
so; adish of Plums containing three varieties, apparently Jeffer- 
son’s, Kirke’s, and Victoria ; a good dish of Brown Ischia Figs, 
and a small Melon too ripe. Mr. Westcott, Raby Castle, was 
placed second with Muscat of Alexandria and Black Hamburgh 
Grapes, both being fine in colour and finish ; Barrington Peaches, 
Pitmaston Orange Nectarines, both very fine; a splendid Queen 
Emma Melon, Providence Pine with a plural crown, rather 
stumpy, and imperfect in shape, but quite ripe; Moor Park 
Apricots, and the Raby Castle Fig. Mr. Ingram of Alnwick 
Castle was third with an excellent Queen Pine; Black Ham- 
burgh and Muscat of Alexandria Grapes, both very good ; Golden 
Queen Melon, Barrington Peaches, Pine Apple Nectarines, and 
Jargonelle Pears. We have been particular in describing the 
three collections. Great care and scrutiny was exercised by one 
of the best jndges of fruit in England, yet, nevertheless, many 
other good judges thought that in consideration of the not ‘ripe 
Muscat Grapes, and the slight comparative value of Gros Guil- 
laume for flayour, and the imperfectly ripened Pine and Melon, 
that the first collection was not really the best. The fact is, in 
a Show of such magnitude the labour was too great for one 
Judge, who could not fail being fatigued, and in that state no 
man can properly discharge duties so important. 
For six dishes of hardy fruit (Peaches, Nectarines, and Apricots 
excluded), Mr, Shaw, Blackbrook, was first with Williams’ Bon 
Chrétien Pears, Prune Damsons, Hawthornden Apples, Golden 
Drop Plums, Cob Nuts, and Red Grape Currants. Mr. Westcott 
was second with Golden Pippin Apples, Red Currants, Morello 
Cherries, Washington Plums, Williams’ Bon Chrétien Pears, and 
Raspberries ; and Mr, Brogden, Jesmond, third ; all the collections 
being good. 
For six bunches of Grapes, in not less than three varieties, Mr. 
Westcott was first with Muscat of Alexandria (fine berries), Gros 
Guillaume, Bowood Muscat, Golden Queen, and Gros Colman, all 
very fine in colour, size of bunch and berries. Mr. Hammond, 
gardener to Sir Wilfrid Lawson, Bart., Brayton, was second with 
Black Alicante (very good), Muscat of Alexandria, Lady Downe’s, 
and Buckland Sweetwater ; Mr. Thompson securing third honours 
with creditable bunches. A very fine class, For two bunches of 
Black Hamburghs Mr. West, Mr. Jowsey, and Mr. Laidlaw were 
awarded the honours in the order named. The first were very 
fine, hammered, and good in size of bunch and berry ; the second 
lacked size, and the third were rather loose. There were twelve 
competitors. For two bunches of Black Alicante there were nine 
competitors, the first being Mr. Hammond with even and well- 
coloured berries and fine bunches ; Mr. Westcott was second, and 
Mr. Ingram third, all exhibiting well. For two bunches of 
black Grapes, any other kind, Mr. Jowsey was first with Gros 
Guillaume, very fine, cut from grafts on the Black Hamburgh; 
Mr. Ingram was placed second with Mrs. Pince not quite ripe, but 
very fine in bunch and berries ; and Mr. Laidlaw third with Gros 
Guillaume. For two bunches of white Muscats Mr. Jowsey was 
again first with good bunches and very fine berries ; Mr: Ingram 
and Mr. Bradley securing the second and third prizes with capital 
produce. For two bunches of Buckland Sweetwater Mr. Jowsey, 
Mr. Hammond, and Mr. Moult secured the prizes in the order 
named. The bunches of Mr, Hammond were larger, but not so well 
finished as those of Mr. Jowsey. For the two heaviest bunches of 
Grapes Mr. Laidlaw won first honours with Gros Guillaume 
weighing between 8 and 9lbs.; and Mr. Witherspoon was second 
with Calabrian Raisin weighing 4 tbs. 10 ozs. For two bunches 
of white Grapes, any other sort, there were eight entries, Mr, 
Ingram being first with Trebbiano, a very fine bunch indeed ; Mr, 
Hammond and Mr. Jowsey second and third respectively with 
Calabrian Raisin and Foster’s Seedling. The show of Grapes 
was altogether excellent, and as a consequence many highly 
creditable bunches failed to secure prizes. 
Six Pine Apples were staged, the first prize being easily se- 
cured by Mr. Ingram with a perfection of a Queen weighing 
5 Ibs. 5 ozs.; Mr. Moult and Mr. Brown being next in order of 
merit. There were twenty Melons exhibited, Mr. Brown being 
first with a fine-flavoured green-fleshed variety. 
PEACHES AND NECTARINES.—Peaches were excellent, seventeen 
dishes of six fruits being staged. The first prize was secured by 
Mr. Laidlaw with richly coloured examples of Royal George 
the second by Mr. Elsworthy, Liverpool, with Late Admirable ; 
third by Mr. Irvine, Whitburn, with Royal. George. Altogether 
