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s;iccimeiis with iinnuslakeable evidences of the correct cliaracter and fosliion so 
noticeable in this distinguished breed of cattle. While regarding Mr. James 
Davy's first prize bull, No. 503, in Class 53, as the " Premier" male of the 
Devons, if not of all breeds, and his first-prize yearling heifer, No. 529, in 
Class 58, in like manner head of the female classes of Devons, we much fear 
that witli the former, from ajiparent overfeeding, his future usefulness is to a 
considerable extent limited, which, with so valuable an animal, is very much 
to be regretted. 
Class GG. Norfolk and Suffolk Polled Breeds we consider were fairly repre- 
sented; they are apparently animals of great size, with a fair proportion of 
meat to bone. 
Class 69. Oth&' established Breeds. — In this class we consider there were 
some good specimens, more particularly of the Longhorn, the moderately correct 
form of which, combined with large frames and fair quality of flesh, allowed 
them to take a fair position with other and more popular breeds. 
Channel Island cattle are at all times an interesting feature of a 
showyard, as their beautiful deer-like appearance and gentle 
demeanour cause them to be greatly admired by the amateur 
farmer and general public. Since last year at Oxford, when 
much dissatisfaction existed at the breeds from the different 
Islands competing in the same class, a revision has taken place, 
and separate classes are now provided for Guernseys and Jerseys. 
But still exhibitors, from ignorance or some other inexplicable 
cause, appear to make erroneous entries, which it is presumed, 
with more experience, is a difficulty which will correct itself. 
I have great pleasure in appending the Report of the Judges, inas- 
much as it is one always read with pleasure : — 
In reporting on the classes submitted to our consideration, we would first 
observe that, owing to the recent determination of the Council to separate the 
Channel Isles' cattle under the distinct heads of Jersey and Guernsey, the work 
of judging has been much facilitated, and the dissatisfaction formerly existing 
among exhibitors in the mixed classes must have been put an end to. 
Jersey Cattle. 
Class 60. Bulls above 1 year-old. — As a class this could only be termed very 
ordinary. Six specimens competed. No. 545, to which the first prize was 
awarded, was good in his frame, and as a 2 years-old, carried plenty of sub- 
stance, but he was deficient in his head, which was too long and cowish. 
No. 54G, which came in second, was better in his head than the former, and 
with good neck and shoulders, but he was flat-sided and wanting in depth about 
the flank. No. 543, the reserve number, possessed nothing remarkable beyond 
good condition. 
Class Gl. Cows above 3 years-old. — There were nine entries in this class, 
eight of which competed. The first prize was carried off by No. 554, a well-bred 
animal, with considerable merit. The second prize was awarded to No. 551, a 
well-shaped beast, but far behind No. 544 in richness of qualitj'. No. 552 was 
placed as the reserve number, and highly commended. Jn the competition for 
second prize, No. 551 and 552 were considered almost equal ; the symmetrical 
proportions of the former gained her the distinction. No. 556 was highly com- 
mended, and No. 548 and 550 received commendations. 
Class 62. Heifers in-railk or ia-calf, not exceeding 3 years-old. — Eleven 
were entered, nine of which competed. No. 564, a strong and well-made 
