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examples of \V. H. Lincoln, Mr. Rushton being a close second. For 
six blooms of Edwin Molyneux the last named won with medium-sized 
examples. He was also first in the class for six, any other variety, 
amongst fourteen competitors, staging a capital half dozen Mdlle. Marie 
Hoste. Mr. T. Hall, gardener to C. W. Scott, Esq., Everlie, Skeltnorlie, 
was second with Avalanche as near perfection as it is possible to get it, 
Mr. Thos, Finnic, gardener to Dr. Loudon, Allanshaw, was third with 
G. C. Schwabe. 
Mr. W. Wells, Earlswood Nurseries, Redhill, Surrey, won first prize 
for thirty-six Japanese in the nurserymen’s class, Mr. M. Campbell, 
Auchauraith, Blantyre, being second. Incurved blooms were really 
well shown. For eighteen Mr. P. Matheson was first with well de¬ 
veloped examples, neatly staged ; Mr. J. Clarke, Bannerfield, Sel¬ 
kirk, was second, and Mr. Dale third. For twelve incurved Mr. S. 
Geddes, gardener to G. Elder, Esq., Knock Castle, Largs, won, Mr. 
Matheson, being second, and Mr. H. Ross, Brandon Grove, Helensburgh, 
third. For twelve Japanese and twelve incurved there were eight com¬ 
petitors, Mr. Geddes was easily first, Mr. Hugh Ross second, and Mr. 
Matheson third. 
Prizes were offered for twelve sprays of Chrysanthemums, decorative 
sized blooms being preferred to large exhibition blooms, the idea being 
to illustrate the value of this flower for decoration. Mr. James Bornella, 
gardener to Miss Crum, Danefield, Largs, was first with neatly arranged 
blooms of distinct and pleasing colours. Mr. J. Muir, Barrhead, was 
second. Mr. Dale won the first prize for three vases filled with 
Chrysanthemums—a pleasing arrangement of colours. Many more 
classes might be named but space forbids. 
Plants were not quite up to the mark, Mr. Hugh Ross staging the 
best specimens. Mr. Dale had the finest group. Fruit was extensively 
and well shown. Messrs. Cunningham and Wylie carried out the 
duties attached to the secretarial department in a creditable manner. 
Mr. Dewar and the members of the committee were very active in 
arranging the exhibits. 
Non-competitive groups of cut blooms and miscellaneous plants 
were largely staged and added much to the adornment of the show. 
Mr. H. J. Jones, Ryecroft Nursery, Lewisham, London, had a stand of 
new varieties, including the Duchess of York, to which was awarded the 
Society’s silver medal as the best variety not in commerce, as well as a 
first-class certificate. Mr. Wells, Earlswood Nurseries, had a creditable 
display of new sorts, Messrs. Austin & McAslan a pleasing group, and 
Messrs. Cunningham & Wylie a similar collection of miscellaneous 
plants, including well grown Cyclamens. 
DUNDEE. 
The third annual autumn show was held on the 23rd and 24th inst. 
in the Kinnaird Hall, and was a decided success. To this Society 
belongs the credit of having produced the best incurved blooms seen at 
a Scotch show’ this season. The arrangements were quite perfect, 
reflecting credit on all concerned. 
Cut blooms formed the most important item in the schedule, so 
numerously were they staged. The principal class was that for thirty- 
six Japanese, not less than twenty-four varieties. The principal prize 
given was a silver cup along with money. Mr. A. Smith, Taymount, 
West Ferry, easily secured the coveted honour with a stand of finely 
developed blooms, particularly fresh and rich in colour. The most 
noteworthy were Viviand Morel, G. C. Schwabe, W. H. Lincoln, Mdlle. 
Marie Hoste, Charles Davis, Viscountess Hambledon, Etoile de Lyon, 
E. Molyneux, Boule d’Or, Sunflower, Niveus, M. Bernard, and 
Fimbriata. Mr. T. Mackie, Arbroath, was second with smaller but 
fresh blooms, and Mr. R, Grossart, Benrock, Dundee, third. 
For twenty-four Japanese, not less than twelve varieties, six 
competed, making a good display. Mr. R. Cairns, Balinddery, Dundee, 
won premier position with a stand of even, well grown examples of 
leading kinds, Mr. Ruckbie, Linfield, West Ferry, was second, and Mr. 
J. Bell, Burnside, Forfar, an exceedingly close third. Japanese in 
twelve blooms were best staged by Mr. J. Fearn, Bourtree Bank, 
Carnoustie. Mr. Ruckbie was a good second. Mr. James Grant, 
Crimonmogate, Lowmay, was easily first for six Japanese, staging 
grandly developed examples of G. C. Schwabe, E. Molyneux, Charles 
Davis, and Avalanche. Mr. D. Mathers, Abercridg, West Ferry, second. 
For six Japanese, incurved, Mr. J. Beissant, Castle Huntly Gardens, 
Longforgan, was an easy winner, with fine examples of Countess 
Hambledon, Waban, and G. C. Schwabe. Mr. D. Nicoll, Rossie, 
Forgandenny, was second. 
As previously noted incurved blooms were well represented. For 
eighteen flowers, in not less than twelve varieties, a silver challenge cup 
was offered, which Dr. Nicoll again won with a stand of handsome 
blooms. Especially noticeable were Golden Empress, Queen of England^ 
Mrs. Robinson King, Violet Tomlin, Princess of Wales, Miss H. A. 
Haggas, and Jeanne d’Arc. Mr. Beissant was a good second, and Mr. 
J. Grant third. Four competed. Mr. Nicoll secured leading honours 
for tw’elve also, Mr. Grant following closely. 
An interesting class was that for a stand of cut blooms, naturally 
grown, arranged for effect with any kind of foliage in a space of 
30 inches by 24 inches. Mr. Grossart secured the first prize with a 
pleasing exhibit of freely flowered sprays, amongst which Source d’Or 
was prominent. 
Plants were not extensively shown, neither was the quality of much 
importance if we except the four specimens contributed by Mr. W. 
Kennedy, Ardanoch, Dundee, which were most creditable. Mr. Collie, 
Invertay, West Ferry, was second. 
Non-competitive exhibits added much to the interest of the show- 
Messrs. W. P. Laird & Sinclair, nurserymen, Dundee, had a pleasing 
collection of foliage plants and Chrysanthemums ; Messrs. Storrie and 
Storrie, Dundee, foliage and flowering plants, and Messrs. D. & W. Croll, 
nurserymen, Dundee, Ferns, Palms, and bouquets. 
LOUTH AND DISTRICT. 
The second annual show of Chrysanthemums was held in the Town 
Hall, Louth, on the 13th and 14th inst., and was a great advance upon 
last year’s display, showing increasing interest in the cultivation of the 
Chrysanthemum in the neighbourhood. The cut blooms were very good 
indeed, and there were some very creditable groups. Apples and Pears 
made an excellent display for the season. 
In the open classes for twenty-four Japanese blooms, Mr. John 
Walker, gardener to J. A. Carr, Esq., Waltham Grove, was first, and 
Mr. G. Burrows, gardener to Sir Henry Bennett, Grimsby, second ; the 
third prize going to Mr. J. Watson, gardener to W. Smyth, Esq., 
Elkington Hall, Louth. For twenty-four incurved, first Mr. John 
Walker, second Mr. J. Watson, third Mr. John Clark, Grimsby. For 
twelve Japanese and twelve incurved the prizes were awarded as 
follows : First Mr. W. Welton, gardener to G. Ellis, Esq., Grimsby ; 
second Mr. G. Burrows, third Mr. John Clark. For twelve Japanese, 
first Mr. John Walker, second Mr. W. Welton ; and for twelve incurved, 
first Mr. W. Welton, second Mr. G. Burrows. In the amateur classes 
Mr. A. Mountain, Grimsby, secured the principal prizes. 
BARFORD. 
Owing to the generous support given by Mr. C. A. Smith-Ryland, 
High Sheriff of Warwickshire, this show is rapidly developing into one 
of the highest excellence—indeed, the cut blooms, fruit, and vegetables 
staged at the recent exhibition, held on November 22ad and 23rd, were 
as good as are often found at far more pretentious shows. The 
temporary theatre, placed at the disposal of the Committee by Mr. 
Smith-Ryland, is well adapted for displaying the exhibits to the best 
advantage, and being lighted by electricity and gaily decorated with 
flags proved a source of great attraction during the evening. The 
success of the show was in a great measure due to the energetic efforts 
of Mr. J. Gourlay, the popular Hon. Secretary. 
In the class for cut blooms, twenty-four Japanese, not leas than 
eighteen varieties, Mr. R. Jones, gardener to C. A. Smith-Ryland, Esq., 
The Gardens, Barford Hill, Warwick, was a good first, staging large, 
fresh, and solid blooms of the best varieties in cultivation. Some of his 
best were L’ls^re, Waban, Primrose League, E, Molyneux, Mdlle. 
Tbdrese Rey, and Violetta. Mr. C. Finch, gardener to Mr. W. R. Mann, 
Leamington, was second with a very meritorious stand of blooms. For 
twelve incurved blooms, not less than nine varieties, Mr. H. Dunkin, 
gardener to the Earl of Warwick, Castle Gardens, Warwick, was first, 
his stand containing good blooms of the Queen family. The same 
exhibitor led for a like number of Japanese, Etoile de Lyon, Viviand 
Morel, and Mdlle. Marie Hoste being in fine form. For six Japanese, 
distinct, Mr. Skelcher, gardener to E. K. Little, Esq., Newbold Pacey, 
won with a very heavy stand, Etoile de Lyon being in grand form, 
Chas. Davis and Duke of York being also good. For six incurved Mr. 
Finch was placed first with solid flowers of deep build, Mr. Dunkin 
being an extremely close second, his stand containing an Hero of Stoke 
Newington and a Lord Alcester, which were the best incurved blooms 
in the show. 
Mr. Skelcher secured the premier award for a cross of Chrysanthe¬ 
mums, and Mr. Finch for a bouquet. Mr. Jones proved the victor in 
the class for six foliaged plants in 6-inch pots, the competition being 
very keen. Mr. H. Liney, gardener to W. M. Low, Esq., Wellesbourne 
Hall, Warwick, won for six Primulas, with plants good in every way. 
Prizes were offered by W. Low, Esq., for collections of fruit, to 
consist of three bunches of Grapes, three dishes of Apples, and three 
dishes of Pears. These were won by Mr. A. Finch, Mr. Jones, and Mr. 
A. D. Christie. Mr. J. F. Simpson, Warwick, was first for both dessert 
and culinary Apples, with beautiful specimens. 
Mr. Finch secured the premier award for a group of Chrysanthemums 
with a highly meritorious exhibit, Mr, G. Burrows, gardener to Rev. 
J. P. Way, Warwick, being second. This group contained good flowers 
International, Viviand Morel, and Chas. Davis. 
In the section open to amateurs and single-handed gardeners only 
Mr. W. R. Lindsay, Barford, secured first honours for a group. Mrs. 
Treadwell, Wellesbourne, occupied a like position for twelve Japanese 
blooms, and Mr. Chaplin, Emscote, Warwick, was a splendid first for 
six, staging extremely fine blooms. 
WOKING. 
The Woking and District Horticultural and Cottage Gardeners’ 
Association held its first annual Chrysanthemum show on the 20th and 
21st inst. in the Church Room, Woking. The number of exhibits was 
large and of excellent quality, and augurs well for the future success 
of the Association. Not only were Chrysanthemums well staged, but 
fruit and vegetables from the amateurs and cottagers of the district 
made a highly interesting display, going far to prove that these latter 
classes of the community are greatly interested in gardening matters. 
The names of the prizewinners in the chief classes are given below. 
• There were upwards of a dozen classes in the section open to all 
comers, and, as may be imagined, the exhibits were very good. For 
a group of miscellaneous foliage and flowering plants arranged for 
effect, in a space of 42 square feet, Mr. A. F. Seabrook, gardener to 
R. M. Stevens, Esq., Woodham Hall, Woking, was a good first. The 
