August 29, 1896. 
THE GARDENING WORLD 
829 
for collections of wasps’ nests brought fifty-three, 
thirty-one, and twenty-two nests, which were placed 
in that order of merit. The numerous judges were 
hospitably entertained to luncheon at the mansion by 
Lord Camden. 
Outrage on Englishmen.—At Pont L’Abbe, near 
Brest, in France, trouble has broken out between the 
Potato growers of that district and a number of 
Englishmen who regularly go there to buy for the 
London market. The growers wanted a franc per 
kilogramme more than the buyers would give, and 
in consequence of persistent refusal, the country 
people became exasperated and some of the English¬ 
men were badly assaulted. One man was huogover 
the ship’s side by a rope till he consented to give the 
price demanded. 
" Invention."—This periodical has been carried on 
for the last eighteen years, as an exponent of progress 
in the arts, sciences, and manufactures, as exemplified 
by inventive talent. A patent agency has also been 
connected with it, and the two carried on success¬ 
fully together. Quite recently there has been a 
change of proprietorship, and the journal will be 
placed under entirely new management. The 
services of Mr. Perry F. Nursey have been secured 
as editor. He has had many years' experience in 
technical literature, and is widely known as a con¬ 
sulting engineer and scientific expert. The policy of 
the paper, however, will remain unaltered. 
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MARGUERITE CARNATIONS. 
To those who have a large demand for a supply 
of cut flowers, these are most valuable. If sown in 
heat during February or March they will bloom 
most profusely during August, September, and 
October out-of-doors; and a portion of the best 
may be lifted and potted during the latter part 
of September, and placed in a cold frame or green¬ 
house, where they will prove a most pleasing feature 
during the early winter months, and be for a 
time quite as useful as the ordinary tree Carnations. 
We have kept a few so treated last autumn, in pots 
through the summer, and it would be a rare thing 
to find them entirely out of bloom since the autumn 
of 1895. Last winter being exceptionally mild, all 
of our plants left out in the open borders survived 
it; and have been flowering most profusely, from 
the time that Mrs. Sinkins Pink went out of flower 
They promise to continue in bloom till the frost 
comes. There is a wide range of colour among them, 
and they are most beautifully scented. It is quite 
possible that as time goes on they will be so much 
improved as to run our best border and even show 
varieties a hard race for supremacy. Since the 
Roses have gone out of flower these have been the 
most sought after as cut flowers for room and table 
decoration ; and surely there is nothing else which, 
for the same moderate outlay, will give better results. 
— IV. B. G. 
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ABERDEEN FLOWER SHOW. 
The annual show of the Royal Horticultural Society 
of Aberdeen was opened in the grounds of Robert 
Gordon's College on the 21st inst. The show being 
thus held in the centre of the city and well provided 
with attractions beside the flowers, was largely 
patronised by visitors. About 200 trees were pro¬ 
cured from Earkhill and arranged about the grounds 
in a tasteful manner. The exhibits of various kinds 
were accommodated in four large marquees, and 
eight judges got through their arduous duties by 
noon. There were 2,038 entries as compared with 
2,021 last year. 
The central attraction in the marquee for pot 
plants, was the groups of plants arranged for effect. 
All the judges were called upon to make the awards, 
and Mr. Alexander Gregor, Fairfield, Aberdeen, was 
placed first by a large majority. Mr. Andrew Reid, 
Durris, was placed second ; and Mr. John Proctor, 
Devanha House, came in third. Stove and green¬ 
house plants made a fine show, and Ferns have never 
been seen in greater perfection there. Amateurs and 
working-class exhibitors also produced a fine display, 
and some competent judges were of opinion that the 
latter had the best hardy Ferns in the show. Ferns 
and Begonias were well shown by the professionals, 
the Begonias being particularly attractive. The 
vegetables formed a most interesting exhibit in one 
tent, and competition was keen. The awards for 
collections of vegetables were:—r, Mr. A. Paterson, 
Ruthrieston ; 2, Mr. J. Paterson, Rubislaw ; and 3, 
Mr. J. Smith, Mannofield. Potatos were splendidly 
shown and in quantity. Leeks, Onions, and Carrots 
were the strongest exhibits on the tables. Mr. Hy. 
Alexander, Queen’s Cross, showed Lilium auratum 
bearing seventy-four blooms on two stems from one 
bulb. Messrs. Adam & Craigmyle, Rubislaw, and 
Messrs. D. & W. Croll, Dundee, had the honour of 
beating Messrs. James Cocker & Sons, Aberdeen, for 
Roses. Fruit was well shown. 
In the tent set apart for nurserymen, Messrs. James 
Cocker & Sons had a collection of over 100 species 
and varieties of the best hardy herbaceous plants in 
season. They also took the first prize for twenty- 
four bunches and twenty-four Gladioli embracing 
twelve varieties. Their various stands attracted 
much attention all day. Messrs. W. Smith & Sons, 
Aberdeen, and Kintore, showed pot plants, floral 
designs, and hardy herbaceous plants. The exten¬ 
sive exhibit was divided into three sections. Messrs. 
Ben. Reid & Co., Aberdeen, erected a tent of their 
own, and which they filled with floral decorations of 
all kinds. On the side stages were fine foliage plants, 
Orchids, Lilies, Roses, Ferns, Conifers, etc., all 
tastefully arranged. Mr. Wm. Colchester, Ipswich, 
showed the good qualities of Ichthemic Guano as 
testified by his exhibit of plants grown by it. 
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LAW NOTICE. 
Jensen v. Charlesworth & Co. 
As briefly noted by us in our issue for the 15th inst., 
this action came for trial before Mr. Justice Grantham 
on the Tothinst.at the Royal Courts of Justice, London. 
The plaintiff, Mr. Jensen, is an Orchid collector, 
and the defendants are Orchid growers and importers 
of Heaton, near Bradford. 
Mr. Kemp, Q.C., and Mr. Lynch, instructed by 
Cannon, Son & Co , of Wool Exchange, City, 
appeared for the plaintiff, the defendants being 
represented by Mr. Bankes, instructed by Paterson, 
Snow & Co., the London agents, of Mossman, Atkinson 
& Co., of Bradford. 
The claim was for /402 4s. the price of Orchids 
sold and delivered to the defendants in 1895. 
The defendants admitted the plaintiff’s demand, 
but set up a claim for damage alleged to have been 
sustained by them in consequence they said of a 
breach of contract on his part. The defendant's 
Counsel, in opening his client’s case, said that in the 
autumn of 1893 the defendants sent the plaintiff 
abroad to collect Cattleya aurea exclusively for them 
during the ensuing season, that the plaintiff in breach 
of his duty collected Orchids of the type in question 
and consigned them to persons other than the defen¬ 
dants, and in consequence it was said the defendants 
market was affected, and they claimed damages 
accordingly for loss of profit. 
Mr. Kemp for the plaintiff said his case was that 
the plaintiff was only to send the defendants one con¬ 
signment, and thereupon his engagement with the 
defendants ceased and he was at liberty to sell to whom 
he chose after. He read several letters in support of 
his contention,after which his Lordship intimated that 
the correspondence did not bear out the defendants' 
contention. After Mr. Charlesworth had been 
examined and shortly cross-examined, judgment 
was given for the plaintiff on the claim for £402 4s , 
and on the counter-claim with costs, without his 
being called upon to go into the witness box. 
The recent rains have given a much-needed impetus 
to the growth of all kinds of vegetables, and though 
sufficient to thoroughly moisten the ground has not 
fallen, the present conditions of the atmosphere are 
very favourable for restoring strength and vigour to 
late crops. When the moisture in the atmosphere 
stands at the point of saturation, is the time to give 
late crops of Peas, Celery, and Scarlet Runners a 
thorough soaking at the roots. The effect will be 
rapid and lasting, and will greatly assist in giving 
good results during the next two months. 
With the surface of the ground now sufficiently 
moistened to admit of the hoe being freely used, 
advantage should be taken of this condition to earth 
up all autumn and early winter crops of Cauli¬ 
flowers, Broccoli, &c. This operation will assist in 
retaining the present moisture about the roots, and 
also steady the plants against rough winds. 
Cabbages. —The strongest plants from the earliest 
sowing should now be fit for pricking out into well- 
prepared beds, allowing a space of 3 in. or 4 in. 
between each plant. This is necessary to get good 
sturdy plants that will stand the winter, and turn in 
early in spring. A piece of ground should also be 
selected for the main crop, and receive a thorough 
dressing of well-rotted manure and soot. Ground 
cleared of the spring crop of Onions will be suitable, 
and should be bastard trenched, and the manure 
worked in as the work proceeds. 
Spinach.— Another sowing should be got in at the 
present time, selecting a sunny, dry position. The 
ground should receive a good dressing of light manure 
and soot to assist in keeping it open during the winter. 
A thorough breaking up of the ground will be of 
much benefit to this late crop. Earlier sowings will 
require thinning, giving ample room for the develop¬ 
ment of each plant, and the hoe should be run 
through the rows occasionally to prevent the surface 
from getting into a close condition. 
Salading.— Close attention will be needed at the 
present time to secure a good supply for the winter. 
Lettuces advancing should be encouraged to make 
quick growth by hoeing, watering, and mulching, if 
necessary. Continue to plant out Endive on any 
available ground, and keep the earlier plantations 
free from weeds. A sowing of White Lisbon Onions, 
made now, will be useful for drawing young, and 
may be sown thickly for this purpose. -J.R. 
East India House. —On the judicious use of the 
shading from now onwards, depends in a great 
measure, the well being of the plants. The 
Phalaenopses will still require to be shaded during 
the greater part of bright days. Other occupants, 
which include Saccolabiums, Aerides, Angraecums, 
Cypripediums, etc., will want all the light possible, 
except, perhaps, a few hours in the middle of bright 
days, if they are to flower satisfactorily. This can be 
generally arranged by placing them on the opposite 
side or end of the house to those that want more shade. 
Syringing. —The spraying overhead when damp¬ 
ing down, which is so beneficial during the summer 
months should now be discontinued in this division. 
Cattleya House.— Very little shade will be 
wanted now for Cattleyas and Laelias, except where 
the house runs east and west. It may then be neces¬ 
sary to run the blind down on the south side during 
the hottest part of bright days. 
Push along with the repotting of Cattleya gigas 
and C. gaskelliana, so that they have a chance to re¬ 
establish themselves before the autumn, using the 
best peat procurable, with most of the fine particles 
shaken out. Very little water will be required other 
than a gentle dewing over when the work is done, 
for it is surprising how they go on rootiDg and keep 
plump when kept almost dust dry, if the damping 
down of the house is done intelligently and well. 
Cool House. — During next month the greater 
part of our Odontoglossums will be repotted. The 
exceptions being those that are in flower or nearing 
that stage, that is, showing their flower spikes. 
The repotting of the plants does not always mean 
a shift into a large pot, for sometimes they have to 
be put into a pot much reduced in size. This un¬ 
satisfactory state of things is chiefly caused by allow¬ 
ing the plants to carry their spikes too long ; in any 
case they do not do so well if over-potted. 
The Compost. —This should^ consist of two parts 
peat and one of fresh sphagnum moss, added to which 
may be some bits of potsherds broken up fine. 
Preparing the Plants for the Operation. —We 
always make it a point ot allowing the plants to get 
moderately dry before attempting to repot them. 
The work can then be expeditiously and well done ; 
the roots too will soon take hold of the new material, 
whereas if tampered with when in a soddened state 
it is just possible they will die. That is our experi¬ 
ence. After potting, keep them on the dry side for 
a time, but keep the moss alive and growing by 
gently syringing them overhead, when damping down. 
Fire Heat.— The time is at hand when the 
heating apparatus will be brought into use in all 
divisions, so that it becomes every gardener to have 
them thoroughly overhauled and any defect seen to 
before it is too late. 
Temperatures. —Warm division 70^ at night ; 
intermediate division 6o° at night ; and cool house 
50° at night — C. 
