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Now ploughing was once a keen sport,
To enter a match, many sought;
For hours they would plough
As best they knew how,
The prizes were foremost in thought
To enter a match, many sought;
For hours they would plough
As best they knew how,
The prizes were foremost in thought
SPEED THE PLOUGH
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Agricultural Societies.-- "l think the universal establishment of Agricultural Societies, (says a writer in the Farmer's Journal), would equally benefit proprietors, occupiers, and the labouring classes. I have seen lads come out of a field, after a ploughing match, and be offered a pound more in wages than when they went in, from their skill being known."
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South Australian Reg (Adelaide), Sat 15 July 1848
Willunga Ploughing Match Adelaide Observer (SA), Saturday 12 August 1848
Morphett Vale Ploughing Match South Australian (Adelaide, SA), Fri 8 Sept 1848
STRATHALBYN Ploughing Match South Australian (Adelaide, SA), Friday 8 Sept 1848
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Furrow- a long, narrow trench made in the ground by a plough
Rood- a measure of land area equal to a quarter of an acre
Rood- a measure of land area equal to a quarter of an acre
1851
South Australian (Adelaide, SA : 1844 - 1851), Tuesday 12 August 1851
AGRICULTURAL AND HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY'S PLOUGHING MATCH.
The Society's Annual Ploughing Match came-off on Tuesday last, on the Plains near the Morphett Arms, on the Bay road. The day, though lowering-at first, was afterwards exceedingly fine.
The following is a list of the competitors, with the names of the owners of the ploughs :
First Class Champions.
Ploughmen. Owners.
J. Shore Self
Second Class, with Horses.
James Bennett Self.
Richard Holland Dick.
Thomas Barrett. Harrison.
William Ratcliffe. Frew.
Francis Jefferson E. Jefferson.
William Brown W. Ferguson
James Wilson Self.
James Hortle Self
John Lee Smith.
William Chordon Fearnes
Third Class, with Bullocks.
Thomas Sharpe. Malcolm
George Espie A. Ferguson.
Joseph Fishlock Self
Charles Ferguson D. Ferguson.
Fourth Class, Boys.
T. D. Jefferson Dr. Everard.
Gilbert Ferguson D.Ferguson.
George Cox W. Ferguson.
The land had been marked out in half acre blocks by Messrs Daniel and William Ferguson, and lots having been drawn for. choice, the men went merrily to-work . A quarter of an hour was allowed for setting the poles, and the start-took place at half-past 10. During the day, his Excellency, and Lady Young visited the ground the number of spectators was not very large. At half-past four o'clock, ploughing concluded, and the Judges, Messrs Burley, Smith, and Greig, went over the work with the Utmost care, and handed their, written decision to Mr Barry, the Secretary. The Company-then adjourned to the Morphett Arms, where an excellent, dinner was provided in a tent, the house having no room sufficiently large for the purpose. This was rather Unfortunate, as the rain, which had held off during the day, fell violently towards the evening, and found its way pretty readily through the canvass. Mr Cumming in the absence of Mr Baker, took the chair ; the vice-presidents seat being filled by Mr Daniel Ferguson. The Chairman called upon The Secretary, who read the Judges report, of which the following are the particulars :
FIRST CLASS.-J. Shore was declared to have obtained the Prize. The Judges' begged to record their opinion that his ploughing, was strong and useful, and that the work was done in a masterly style. He was presented with £5
SECOND CLASS.-James Bennett was declared to be entitled to the First Prize of £5, and the silver medal ; and the Judges-recorded their opinion that he was the best ploughman on the field, the champion not excepted-. Thomas Barrett took the Second Prize,- William Ratcliffe the Third Prize, and John Lee the Fourth Prize.
THIRD CLASS -James Ferguson gained the First Prize, George Espi the Second Prize, Charles Ferguson the Third Prize, and Joseph Fishlock the Fourth Prize.
FOURTH CLASS.-Gilbert Ferguson took the First Prize , George Cox the Second prize, and Thomas D. Jefferson the Third Prize.
Shortly after this Mr Baker arrived, and proposed the " Successful Competitors." The Chairman proposed the health of those who had been less fortunate. Both toasts were warmly drunk, as well as many others suitable to the occasion, the speakers- being Messrs Burley, Umpherston, D. Ferguson, Smith, Sutherland, Hewitt, Johnson, &c. Mr Birnie, the landlord, handed , in £5 4s, being the subscription of the Glenelg Ploughing Club, that Society having abandoned its intention of having a separate match. The company separated about 10 o'clock, all being apparently much gratified with the day's proceedings.
AGRICULTURAL AND HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY'S PLOUGHING MATCH.
The Society's Annual Ploughing Match came-off on Tuesday last, on the Plains near the Morphett Arms, on the Bay road. The day, though lowering-at first, was afterwards exceedingly fine.
The following is a list of the competitors, with the names of the owners of the ploughs :
First Class Champions.
Ploughmen. Owners.
J. Shore Self
Second Class, with Horses.
James Bennett Self.
Richard Holland Dick.
Thomas Barrett. Harrison.
William Ratcliffe. Frew.
Francis Jefferson E. Jefferson.
William Brown W. Ferguson
James Wilson Self.
James Hortle Self
John Lee Smith.
William Chordon Fearnes
Third Class, with Bullocks.
Thomas Sharpe. Malcolm
George Espie A. Ferguson.
Joseph Fishlock Self
Charles Ferguson D. Ferguson.
Fourth Class, Boys.
T. D. Jefferson Dr. Everard.
Gilbert Ferguson D.Ferguson.
George Cox W. Ferguson.
The land had been marked out in half acre blocks by Messrs Daniel and William Ferguson, and lots having been drawn for. choice, the men went merrily to-work . A quarter of an hour was allowed for setting the poles, and the start-took place at half-past 10. During the day, his Excellency, and Lady Young visited the ground the number of spectators was not very large. At half-past four o'clock, ploughing concluded, and the Judges, Messrs Burley, Smith, and Greig, went over the work with the Utmost care, and handed their, written decision to Mr Barry, the Secretary. The Company-then adjourned to the Morphett Arms, where an excellent, dinner was provided in a tent, the house having no room sufficiently large for the purpose. This was rather Unfortunate, as the rain, which had held off during the day, fell violently towards the evening, and found its way pretty readily through the canvass. Mr Cumming in the absence of Mr Baker, took the chair ; the vice-presidents seat being filled by Mr Daniel Ferguson. The Chairman called upon The Secretary, who read the Judges report, of which the following are the particulars :
FIRST CLASS.-J. Shore was declared to have obtained the Prize. The Judges' begged to record their opinion that his ploughing, was strong and useful, and that the work was done in a masterly style. He was presented with £5
SECOND CLASS.-James Bennett was declared to be entitled to the First Prize of £5, and the silver medal ; and the Judges-recorded their opinion that he was the best ploughman on the field, the champion not excepted-. Thomas Barrett took the Second Prize,- William Ratcliffe the Third Prize, and John Lee the Fourth Prize.
THIRD CLASS -James Ferguson gained the First Prize, George Espi the Second Prize, Charles Ferguson the Third Prize, and Joseph Fishlock the Fourth Prize.
FOURTH CLASS.-Gilbert Ferguson took the First Prize , George Cox the Second prize, and Thomas D. Jefferson the Third Prize.
Shortly after this Mr Baker arrived, and proposed the " Successful Competitors." The Chairman proposed the health of those who had been less fortunate. Both toasts were warmly drunk, as well as many others suitable to the occasion, the speakers- being Messrs Burley, Umpherston, D. Ferguson, Smith, Sutherland, Hewitt, Johnson, &c. Mr Birnie, the landlord, handed , in £5 4s, being the subscription of the Glenelg Ploughing Club, that Society having abandoned its intention of having a separate match. The company separated about 10 o'clock, all being apparently much gratified with the day's proceedings.
South Australian (Adelaide, SA), Tuesday 19 August 1851
STRATHALBYN PLOUGHING MATCH.
This Match came off on Wednesday last upon a piece of ground called the ‘Dry Plain’, near Strathalbyn, belonging to Mr John McLean. The spot was well chosen and the day was fortunately very fine.
The following were the rules agreed to at the preliminary meeting:
Each competitor to plough half-an-acre, not less than 5 1/2 inches deep, within six hours. That the ploughs be in the field by 9 o'clock, a.m., and half an-hour allowed for drawing tickets and setting poles.
No assistance to be allowed, except at setting the poles, but horse teams may be led the first round.
* The Judges to be appointed by the ploughmen on the ground previous to starting. The ridges to be of equal size.
Messrs J. Dawson sen.; A. Stark, D. Gollan, and J. Dawson, jun., were appointed to act with the Treasurer and Secretary in carrying out the arrangements.
The following is a list of competitors with the owners of the ploughs:
HORSE TEAMS.
Ploughmen. Owners
James Ferguson. D. Gollan
William Pendell. S. S. Jackson
Thomas Plaster George Sparks
Matthew Linn Self
James Linn Self
BULLOCK TEAMS.
James Keating. D. Gollan
Robert Harrowfield. Self
Matthew Rankine . W. Rankine
William Brown. Alex. Stark
William Freeman. Allen McLean
BOYS’ BULLOCK TEAMS.
John Stark, Matthew Moore, John Anderson, William Eldridge.
During the day numerous persons came upon the ground, and the utmost good humour prevailed. The Judges were, Messrs W. Ferguson. J Umpherstone, and J. Waddell, who, on the conclusion of the work, examined it with great care and minuteness.
The party then adjourned to the Strathalbyn Hotel, where Mr Gollan provided one of the best dinners the colony could produce. - Dr Rankine and Mr S. S. Jackson occupied the chairs, and I among the company, consisting of more than 70 persons, were Mr Hagen and many other gentlemen of the highest respectability.
The usual loyal and appropriate toasts having been disposed of, the Chairman announced the decision of the Judges, as follows :
MEN.
William Brown, first prize. £5 5s. James Linn, second prize. £4 4s. James Keating, third prize, £3 0s;
Robert Harrowfield, fourth prize, £2 2s
BOYS.
John Stark, first prize, £2 9s. John Anderson, second prize, £1 16s 6d. Matthew Moore, third prize, £1 1s.
Many excellent speeches were delivered, and many good songs were sung. A more happy or more orderly party has never met after a South Australian Ploughing Match.
STRATHALBYN PLOUGHING MATCH.
This Match came off on Wednesday last upon a piece of ground called the ‘Dry Plain’, near Strathalbyn, belonging to Mr John McLean. The spot was well chosen and the day was fortunately very fine.
The following were the rules agreed to at the preliminary meeting:
Each competitor to plough half-an-acre, not less than 5 1/2 inches deep, within six hours. That the ploughs be in the field by 9 o'clock, a.m., and half an-hour allowed for drawing tickets and setting poles.
No assistance to be allowed, except at setting the poles, but horse teams may be led the first round.
* The Judges to be appointed by the ploughmen on the ground previous to starting. The ridges to be of equal size.
Messrs J. Dawson sen.; A. Stark, D. Gollan, and J. Dawson, jun., were appointed to act with the Treasurer and Secretary in carrying out the arrangements.
The following is a list of competitors with the owners of the ploughs:
HORSE TEAMS.
Ploughmen. Owners
James Ferguson. D. Gollan
William Pendell. S. S. Jackson
Thomas Plaster George Sparks
Matthew Linn Self
James Linn Self
BULLOCK TEAMS.
James Keating. D. Gollan
Robert Harrowfield. Self
Matthew Rankine . W. Rankine
William Brown. Alex. Stark
William Freeman. Allen McLean
BOYS’ BULLOCK TEAMS.
John Stark, Matthew Moore, John Anderson, William Eldridge.
During the day numerous persons came upon the ground, and the utmost good humour prevailed. The Judges were, Messrs W. Ferguson. J Umpherstone, and J. Waddell, who, on the conclusion of the work, examined it with great care and minuteness.
The party then adjourned to the Strathalbyn Hotel, where Mr Gollan provided one of the best dinners the colony could produce. - Dr Rankine and Mr S. S. Jackson occupied the chairs, and I among the company, consisting of more than 70 persons, were Mr Hagen and many other gentlemen of the highest respectability.
The usual loyal and appropriate toasts having been disposed of, the Chairman announced the decision of the Judges, as follows :
MEN.
William Brown, first prize. £5 5s. James Linn, second prize. £4 4s. James Keating, third prize, £3 0s;
Robert Harrowfield, fourth prize, £2 2s
BOYS.
John Stark, first prize, £2 9s. John Anderson, second prize, £1 16s 6d. Matthew Moore, third prize, £1 1s.
Many excellent speeches were delivered, and many good songs were sung. A more happy or more orderly party has never met after a South Australian Ploughing Match.
Adelaide Times (SA), Saturday 13 September 1851
WILLUNGA ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH.
On Friday last, the 4th instant, the Willunga Annual Ploughing Match came off in a field belonging to Mr Hill. The weather, which had been for several days previous exceedingly unfavourable, cleared up on the day in question, as though the " clerk" thereof bore especial favor to the lads of the South. The ground was as usual thronged with holiday makers, and the ploughing was first rate. The following were the successful competitors:
First Champion Prize, James Foreman £4 0 0, Second Champion Prize, Samuel Shore £2 0 0
First Prize — General Ploughing, Robert Lowry £4 0 0, Second Prize--General ploughing,Duncan Steward £3 0 0
Third Prize—General ploughing, John Pethick £3 10 0, Fourth Prize— General ploughing, Robert Winham £2 0 0
Fifth Prize—General Ploughing,Samuel Miller £1 10 0, Sixth Prize—General Ploughing,John Williams £3 0 0
First Boy's Prize, Frederick P. Kell £1 10 0
Prize for the best Colonial Plough on the field, Mr James Foreman £2 0 0
By the above list it will he perceived that "Jemmy" .Foreman, the champion plough of the colony, took as he was wont to do, the chief prize, and also that several among the other winners have been previously known as crack hands. The prizes were awarded by Messrs Clift, McKenzie, and Marshall, the two first of Maclaron Vale, and the last of Willunga.
A dinner took place in the evening at the Bush Inn, where the unusual lowness of the price of admission drew a large attendance. The chair was filled by Mr Norman, of Aldinga, who was opposed by Mr Hewitt as vice. The cloth being drawn, and the customary loyal toasts having been given, the Chairman proposed the " Legislative Council," remarking that although the Constitution was not the height of their expectations, yet the careful exercise of the amount of power conceded, would establish the people as worthy to wield greater. It was as necessary to give support to their representatives, as to criticise the measures they discussed. (Cheers.)...........
WILLUNGA ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH.
On Friday last, the 4th instant, the Willunga Annual Ploughing Match came off in a field belonging to Mr Hill. The weather, which had been for several days previous exceedingly unfavourable, cleared up on the day in question, as though the " clerk" thereof bore especial favor to the lads of the South. The ground was as usual thronged with holiday makers, and the ploughing was first rate. The following were the successful competitors:
First Champion Prize, James Foreman £4 0 0, Second Champion Prize, Samuel Shore £2 0 0
First Prize — General Ploughing, Robert Lowry £4 0 0, Second Prize--General ploughing,Duncan Steward £3 0 0
Third Prize—General ploughing, John Pethick £3 10 0, Fourth Prize— General ploughing, Robert Winham £2 0 0
Fifth Prize—General Ploughing,Samuel Miller £1 10 0, Sixth Prize—General Ploughing,John Williams £3 0 0
First Boy's Prize, Frederick P. Kell £1 10 0
Prize for the best Colonial Plough on the field, Mr James Foreman £2 0 0
By the above list it will he perceived that "Jemmy" .Foreman, the champion plough of the colony, took as he was wont to do, the chief prize, and also that several among the other winners have been previously known as crack hands. The prizes were awarded by Messrs Clift, McKenzie, and Marshall, the two first of Maclaron Vale, and the last of Willunga.
A dinner took place in the evening at the Bush Inn, where the unusual lowness of the price of admission drew a large attendance. The chair was filled by Mr Norman, of Aldinga, who was opposed by Mr Hewitt as vice. The cloth being drawn, and the customary loyal toasts having been given, the Chairman proposed the " Legislative Council," remarking that although the Constitution was not the height of their expectations, yet the careful exercise of the amount of power conceded, would establish the people as worthy to wield greater. It was as necessary to give support to their representatives, as to criticise the measures they discussed. (Cheers.)...........
Adelaide Times (SA : 1848 - 1858), Monday 15 September 1851
SALISBURY PLOUGHING MATCH.
A Ploughing; Match took place on a Section belonging to Mr Gilbert, on the Para Plains, on Thursday last. The match was got by a few individuals, and went off very respectably. The following is the list of prizes, with the winner's names
annexed:--
First prize, of £4 James Goddar
Second do of £3 Wm. Vince
Third do of £2 10s P. Ferguson
Fourth do of £2 George Brown
Fifth do of £1. 10s George White
Sixth do. of £1 Thos. Harris.
Boys.
First prize of £2 to Fred. Fidge
Second ditto, of £1 10s T. Abbott jun.
Third ditto, of £1 J. Hook, jun
A Dinner took place in the evening, at Wright's Hotel. Mr Ferguson in the chair. The usual toasts were given and responded to and the occurrences in connection, went off to the satisfaction of all parties concerned.
SALISBURY PLOUGHING MATCH.
A Ploughing; Match took place on a Section belonging to Mr Gilbert, on the Para Plains, on Thursday last. The match was got by a few individuals, and went off very respectably. The following is the list of prizes, with the winner's names
annexed:--
First prize, of £4 James Goddar
Second do of £3 Wm. Vince
Third do of £2 10s P. Ferguson
Fourth do of £2 George Brown
Fifth do of £1. 10s George White
Sixth do. of £1 Thos. Harris.
Boys.
First prize of £2 to Fred. Fidge
Second ditto, of £1 10s T. Abbott jun.
Third ditto, of £1 J. Hook, jun
A Dinner took place in the evening, at Wright's Hotel. Mr Ferguson in the chair. The usual toasts were given and responded to and the occurrences in connection, went off to the satisfaction of all parties concerned.
Adelaide Times (SA : 1848 - 1858), Saturday 20 September 1851
PLOUGHING MATCHES. ECHUNGA AND MACCLESFIELD
A meeting of the subscribers to the Echunga and Macclesfield Agricultural Association took place at Macclesfield last Monday, at which the preliminaries of the ploughing match were settled. Among other suggestions, one by Mr Burley, namely the appointment of a ranger to obviate the losses arising from the existing Impounding Act, seemed to meet with great approbation; and the meeting generally expressed their approval of the District Councils' Bill. Several subscriptions were handed in, and the meeting adjourned.
The following day was an exceedingly unfavourable one, as far as weather was concerned; but notwithstanding the rain which poured down the whole time in torrents the sturdy ploughmen went through their allotted work without flinching. Thirteen ploughs came to the ground, and all at starting struck out well. The following were declared the winners by Messrs B. Greig, Haddell, and Hall :--
First prize, No. 8.. Matthew Linn.. £5 0 0
Second ditto, No. 9 James Linn.... £4 0 0
Third ditto. No. 13 Thomas Barrett £3 0 0
Fourth ditto, No. 1 - James Keating £2 0 0
Fifth ditto,No. 12.. Chas. Ferguson £1 0 0
Boys.
First prize, No. 16 John Anderson £3 0 0
Second ditto, No. 15 Mich. Sweeney £2 0 0
Best managed team of horses.. M. Linn £1 0 0
In the evening a capital dinner was provided by Mr Sparkes, landlord of the Echunga Inn, Mr Jacob Hagen being the Chairman, and Mr G. H. Davenport, Vice. After the usual loyal toasts had been given and responded to, Mr S. S. Jackson, proposed " The Legislative Council," and in doing so remarked that he entirely repudiated the political question on that occasion. ........
PLOUGHING MATCHES. ECHUNGA AND MACCLESFIELD
A meeting of the subscribers to the Echunga and Macclesfield Agricultural Association took place at Macclesfield last Monday, at which the preliminaries of the ploughing match were settled. Among other suggestions, one by Mr Burley, namely the appointment of a ranger to obviate the losses arising from the existing Impounding Act, seemed to meet with great approbation; and the meeting generally expressed their approval of the District Councils' Bill. Several subscriptions were handed in, and the meeting adjourned.
The following day was an exceedingly unfavourable one, as far as weather was concerned; but notwithstanding the rain which poured down the whole time in torrents the sturdy ploughmen went through their allotted work without flinching. Thirteen ploughs came to the ground, and all at starting struck out well. The following were declared the winners by Messrs B. Greig, Haddell, and Hall :--
First prize, No. 8.. Matthew Linn.. £5 0 0
Second ditto, No. 9 James Linn.... £4 0 0
Third ditto. No. 13 Thomas Barrett £3 0 0
Fourth ditto, No. 1 - James Keating £2 0 0
Fifth ditto,No. 12.. Chas. Ferguson £1 0 0
Boys.
First prize, No. 16 John Anderson £3 0 0
Second ditto, No. 15 Mich. Sweeney £2 0 0
Best managed team of horses.. M. Linn £1 0 0
In the evening a capital dinner was provided by Mr Sparkes, landlord of the Echunga Inn, Mr Jacob Hagen being the Chairman, and Mr G. H. Davenport, Vice. After the usual loyal toasts had been given and responded to, Mr S. S. Jackson, proposed " The Legislative Council," and in doing so remarked that he entirely repudiated the political question on that occasion. ........
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Monday 29 September 1851
MOUNT BARKER PLOUGHING MATCH
This interesting event, at first fixed for the 12th, but postponed in consequence of the state of the weather till the 23rd inst., came off on that day most successfully. The ground chosen for the occasion, thongh rather woody, was in fine condition, and gave general satisfaction. Besides, its proximity to Nairne was felt to be a great convenience to the large party who adjourned to the dinner at the conclusion of the ploughing. All former matches under the auspices of the Mount Barker Agricultural Association have been attended with miserably wet weather, much to the disappointment of both competitors and spectators; but the present was an exception, the day being fine, with only a few passing showers, that made the succeeding sunshine look the brighter. The arrangements on the field were of the most complete description, and the utmost punctuality and order observed from first to last At 10 o'clock precisely, the signal being given, the following competitors started : --
MEN
John Waddell Horses
Robert Laurie Bullocks
Charles Perry Johnston's team, horses
Robert Burgess Cleggett's team, ditto
Henry Appleton Bullocks
Robert Harrowfield Bee's team, horses
Thomas Barrett Bell's team, ditto
John Frame Bullocks
James Hay Bullocks
Charles Fergusson Horses
Thomas Carline Frame's team, bullocks
Friend Faulkner Kingston's ditto ditto
BOYS.
Michael Sweeny Bullocks .
John Waddell,jun Ditto.
As the work advanced, visitors from far and near poured in on the field, and a pretty considerable amount of business was done in the tents erected for their accommodation and refreshment. Long before half-past 3, the finishing time, all the work was completed, and the Judges, Messrs. Lambert, D. Ferguson, F. May, and J. Guy, appeared on the ground, It seemed, from the time the Judges took in deciding, and the frequency with which they had found it necessary to traverse the field, that they had much difficulty in coming to conclusions; but that done, they left the field, followed by the company, all anxious to learn the upshot of their deliberations.
About 6 p.m., the dinner-room of the Nairne Anns was thrown open, and the eyes of the appetised were delighted with such preparation as places Mrs. Gillot decidedly in the highest rank as a caterer for the public.....
The Secretary was then called on to announce the decision of the Judges, which he did as follows : --
MENS PRIZE. John Waddell 1st £4 4 0 Thos. Carline 2nd £3 3 0
J. Frame 3rd £2 2 0 F.Barrett. 4th £1 1 0
H. Appleton 5th £0 10 6
BOYS. PRIZE. M. Sweeney 1st £4 11 6 J. Waddell, jun 2nd £1 1 0
The Judges awarded £1, left by the late Mr. Mosely, to Mr. Waddell, as being the best ploughman on the field. Song—' We're a' Noddin',' by Mr. Linn. The Chairman then gave, ' Speed the Plough,' with a few appropriate remarks. Mr. Bee then rose and said— Mr. Chairman and Gentlemen, the toast which I have to propose needs no comment from me. In contentions of the present kind all parties cannot win, and there is little doubt that those who lost today will admit the justice and impartiality of the Judges' decision. I beg to propose ' The Successful Competitors,' coupled with the two boys whose work was superior to many of the men's on the field. ' The Successful Competitors,' Gentlemen, and may those who lost to-day win to-morrow. Song, Mr. F. Claggett— ' The Farmer Boy.' Mr. Waddell felt highly gratified that he had been so successful to-day. He was certain of one thing however— that had others who were on the field to-day their ploughs in order, better work than his would have been made. Scotch ploughs are decidedly the best, and no less than five of his were on the field that day. This is the last time I'll plough for a prize said Mr. Waddell ; old Frame and I should retire with a good grace and make way for younger men, or they'll push us out Gentlemen, I beg to give ' The Unsuccessful Competitors'......................
MOUNT BARKER PLOUGHING MATCH
This interesting event, at first fixed for the 12th, but postponed in consequence of the state of the weather till the 23rd inst., came off on that day most successfully. The ground chosen for the occasion, thongh rather woody, was in fine condition, and gave general satisfaction. Besides, its proximity to Nairne was felt to be a great convenience to the large party who adjourned to the dinner at the conclusion of the ploughing. All former matches under the auspices of the Mount Barker Agricultural Association have been attended with miserably wet weather, much to the disappointment of both competitors and spectators; but the present was an exception, the day being fine, with only a few passing showers, that made the succeeding sunshine look the brighter. The arrangements on the field were of the most complete description, and the utmost punctuality and order observed from first to last At 10 o'clock precisely, the signal being given, the following competitors started : --
MEN
John Waddell Horses
Robert Laurie Bullocks
Charles Perry Johnston's team, horses
Robert Burgess Cleggett's team, ditto
Henry Appleton Bullocks
Robert Harrowfield Bee's team, horses
Thomas Barrett Bell's team, ditto
John Frame Bullocks
James Hay Bullocks
Charles Fergusson Horses
Thomas Carline Frame's team, bullocks
Friend Faulkner Kingston's ditto ditto
BOYS.
Michael Sweeny Bullocks .
John Waddell,jun Ditto.
As the work advanced, visitors from far and near poured in on the field, and a pretty considerable amount of business was done in the tents erected for their accommodation and refreshment. Long before half-past 3, the finishing time, all the work was completed, and the Judges, Messrs. Lambert, D. Ferguson, F. May, and J. Guy, appeared on the ground, It seemed, from the time the Judges took in deciding, and the frequency with which they had found it necessary to traverse the field, that they had much difficulty in coming to conclusions; but that done, they left the field, followed by the company, all anxious to learn the upshot of their deliberations.
About 6 p.m., the dinner-room of the Nairne Anns was thrown open, and the eyes of the appetised were delighted with such preparation as places Mrs. Gillot decidedly in the highest rank as a caterer for the public.....
The Secretary was then called on to announce the decision of the Judges, which he did as follows : --
MENS PRIZE. John Waddell 1st £4 4 0 Thos. Carline 2nd £3 3 0
J. Frame 3rd £2 2 0 F.Barrett. 4th £1 1 0
H. Appleton 5th £0 10 6
BOYS. PRIZE. M. Sweeney 1st £4 11 6 J. Waddell, jun 2nd £1 1 0
The Judges awarded £1, left by the late Mr. Mosely, to Mr. Waddell, as being the best ploughman on the field. Song—' We're a' Noddin',' by Mr. Linn. The Chairman then gave, ' Speed the Plough,' with a few appropriate remarks. Mr. Bee then rose and said— Mr. Chairman and Gentlemen, the toast which I have to propose needs no comment from me. In contentions of the present kind all parties cannot win, and there is little doubt that those who lost today will admit the justice and impartiality of the Judges' decision. I beg to propose ' The Successful Competitors,' coupled with the two boys whose work was superior to many of the men's on the field. ' The Successful Competitors,' Gentlemen, and may those who lost to-day win to-morrow. Song, Mr. F. Claggett— ' The Farmer Boy.' Mr. Waddell felt highly gratified that he had been so successful to-day. He was certain of one thing however— that had others who were on the field to-day their ploughs in order, better work than his would have been made. Scotch ploughs are decidedly the best, and no less than five of his were on the field that day. This is the last time I'll plough for a prize said Mr. Waddell ; old Frame and I should retire with a good grace and make way for younger men, or they'll push us out Gentlemen, I beg to give ' The Unsuccessful Competitors'......................
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Saturday 27 September 1851
GUMERACKA FARMERS' SOCIETY.
The Ploughing Match in connection with the above useful institution was held on Friday the 19th instant. The field selected for the occasion was one of the finest portions of this truly beantiful and fertile neighbourhood, the soil being a fine dark loam, well calculated to exhibit
the powers of the rival ploughmen to the best advantage, sufficiently dry to afford a firm footing for the teams, and sufficiently tenacious to admit the turning an unbroken furrow. The ground had been previously laid off by the Committee in lands of 15 feet in width, that being considered by them the best for the ploughing a well-formed ridge. At half past 9 o'clock 11 teams had made their appearance. That being the time appointed for the allocation of the different ploughmen, their different places were assigned to them by lot in the following manner : --
No. Ploughman. Team. Owner.
1. Joseph Beal ... Bullocks ... Mr. G. Dunn
2. Philip Jillard ... Ditto ... Self.
3. Wm. Bays ... Ditto ... Mr. Abm. Shannon.
4. Geo. Johnson ... Horses ... Mr. Jno. Fisher.
11. James Stewart ... Ditto ... Mr. D. Shannon.
14. James Millar ... Ditto. ... Mr. R. Rankine.
15. David Shannon ... Ditto ... Self.
17. James Snodgrass .Ditto ... Mr. Jno. Fisher.
18. Robert Harrowfield Ditto ... Mr. Bee.
19. John Murphy ... Bullocks ... Self.
20. John Sanders ... Horses ... Mr. G. Dunn.
One pleasing feature of the occasion was the large number of horse teams compared the bullocks, proving that our farmers are fully alive to the necessity of economy, and that they are gradually, but not less surely, substituting the use of horses with no driver for that of bullocks with one, an extra man for each team being thereby saved. The day being most beautiful, a large concourse of equestrians, pedestrians, persons in vehicles, &c. were early on the field ; a considerable number of the fair sex honouring and enlivening the scene by their presence, and cheering the hearts of all parties by their warm interest in the proceedings. The Judges, all of them prize ploughmen, and therefore excellent judges of others' merits, had been previously selected by the Committee, and were--
Mr. John Frame, Mount Barker ; Mr. Thomas Donoghue, ditto ; and Mr. William Ferguson, Glen Osmond.
These gentlemen were so well known for their ability and impartial integrity, that, strange to say, only one competitor found the least fault with their decision. They awarded the prizes as follows : --
Ploughman. £ s. d. Owner.
First Prize ... James Stewart ... 4 0 0 ... Mr. D. Shannon
Second ditto ...James Miller ... 3 0 0 ... Mr. R. Rankine.
Third ditto ... James Snodgrass 2 0 0 ... Mr. John Fisher.
Fourth ditto ... Robt. Harrowfield 1 10 0 ... Mr. Bee.
Fifth ditto ... John Murphy ... 1 0 0 ... Self.
Sixth ditto ... David Shannon ... 0 10 0 ... Self.
No competition having taken place for the Boys' Prizes, an addition of 10s. was made to the Fifth Prize, and two additional prizes given beyond the respective advertised ones. Not the least interesting portion of the day's proceedings was THE DINNER. A truly sumptuous repast, which was furnished by mine Host of the Robert Burns, Mr. Thomas Miller, which reflects the greater credit on him, as it was the first opportunity he has had of displaying his skill as a caterer. The chair was occupied by Mr. Abraham Shannon, the President, and the vice-chair by Mr. John Fisher, the Vice-President of the Society. .........
GUMERACKA FARMERS' SOCIETY.
The Ploughing Match in connection with the above useful institution was held on Friday the 19th instant. The field selected for the occasion was one of the finest portions of this truly beantiful and fertile neighbourhood, the soil being a fine dark loam, well calculated to exhibit
the powers of the rival ploughmen to the best advantage, sufficiently dry to afford a firm footing for the teams, and sufficiently tenacious to admit the turning an unbroken furrow. The ground had been previously laid off by the Committee in lands of 15 feet in width, that being considered by them the best for the ploughing a well-formed ridge. At half past 9 o'clock 11 teams had made their appearance. That being the time appointed for the allocation of the different ploughmen, their different places were assigned to them by lot in the following manner : --
No. Ploughman. Team. Owner.
1. Joseph Beal ... Bullocks ... Mr. G. Dunn
2. Philip Jillard ... Ditto ... Self.
3. Wm. Bays ... Ditto ... Mr. Abm. Shannon.
4. Geo. Johnson ... Horses ... Mr. Jno. Fisher.
11. James Stewart ... Ditto ... Mr. D. Shannon.
14. James Millar ... Ditto. ... Mr. R. Rankine.
15. David Shannon ... Ditto ... Self.
17. James Snodgrass .Ditto ... Mr. Jno. Fisher.
18. Robert Harrowfield Ditto ... Mr. Bee.
19. John Murphy ... Bullocks ... Self.
20. John Sanders ... Horses ... Mr. G. Dunn.
One pleasing feature of the occasion was the large number of horse teams compared the bullocks, proving that our farmers are fully alive to the necessity of economy, and that they are gradually, but not less surely, substituting the use of horses with no driver for that of bullocks with one, an extra man for each team being thereby saved. The day being most beautiful, a large concourse of equestrians, pedestrians, persons in vehicles, &c. were early on the field ; a considerable number of the fair sex honouring and enlivening the scene by their presence, and cheering the hearts of all parties by their warm interest in the proceedings. The Judges, all of them prize ploughmen, and therefore excellent judges of others' merits, had been previously selected by the Committee, and were--
Mr. John Frame, Mount Barker ; Mr. Thomas Donoghue, ditto ; and Mr. William Ferguson, Glen Osmond.
These gentlemen were so well known for their ability and impartial integrity, that, strange to say, only one competitor found the least fault with their decision. They awarded the prizes as follows : --
Ploughman. £ s. d. Owner.
First Prize ... James Stewart ... 4 0 0 ... Mr. D. Shannon
Second ditto ...James Miller ... 3 0 0 ... Mr. R. Rankine.
Third ditto ... James Snodgrass 2 0 0 ... Mr. John Fisher.
Fourth ditto ... Robt. Harrowfield 1 10 0 ... Mr. Bee.
Fifth ditto ... John Murphy ... 1 0 0 ... Self.
Sixth ditto ... David Shannon ... 0 10 0 ... Self.
No competition having taken place for the Boys' Prizes, an addition of 10s. was made to the Fifth Prize, and two additional prizes given beyond the respective advertised ones. Not the least interesting portion of the day's proceedings was THE DINNER. A truly sumptuous repast, which was furnished by mine Host of the Robert Burns, Mr. Thomas Miller, which reflects the greater credit on him, as it was the first opportunity he has had of displaying his skill as a caterer. The chair was occupied by Mr. Abraham Shannon, the President, and the vice-chair by Mr. John Fisher, the Vice-President of the Society. .........
1852
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Saturday 7 August 1852
WILLUNGA PLOUGHING MATCH. Tuesday, 3rd August.
JUDGES : Messrs. John Narracot, Willunga, (just arrived in the Mary Harrison, from Devonshire) William Oliver, Onkaparinga, Richard Hill, Willunga.
On every previous occasion of a race or ploughing match at Willunga, the day has been fine, but this year the clerk of the weather seemed inclined to balance up his books and insist upon a liquidation of all old scores. Ac
cordingly when the sturdy ploughman assembled upon Mr. Pethick's section, they were greeted with a heavy shower, which fairly drenched them before they had drawn lots, which done, they made a start at half-past 10. The land was well adapted for the purpose in most respects, but did not show the work so well as new soil would have done. It had lain fallow for two years, and was rather overgrown with rank weeds and young sprigs of gum and wattle. The lots, however, were perfectly equal, and the whole were free from trees, stumps, and stones. The rules were read as follows : — ' That the furrows be not more than 9 inches in width, nor less than 51/2 inches in depth. ' That the quantity of land to be ploughed be half an acre. ' That the time allowed for the work be five hours. 'That a driver be allowed to bullocks, but none to horses. ' That no assistance whatever be allowed to ploughmen except in the setting of the poles.' The following teams started, viz : --
For the Champion Prize, Bullock Team.
Owner. Ploughman. Driver.
Mr. R. Lawrie Owner* .. H. Figg. For the General Ploughing Prize --
Horse Teams.
Mr. McKenzie .... F. Giddons ... Mr. Pointon ...
W_ Winkley ... Mr. Marshall ... J. Bellingham ..
Mr. H. Pethick ... Owner*
Mr. P. Seaman Owner
Mr. D. Stuart Owner*
Bullock Teams.
Mr. L. Lovelook ... Owner ... ... J.Bennett.
Mr. Warnock... G. Stanchall (entered but not started.)
For the Boy's Prize — Horse Team.
Mr. Kell ..... F. P. Kell, aged 17*
Mr. Cliff... N. Cliff, aged 16
Bullock Teams.
Mr. E. Giles ... ... E. Giles, jun., 17 R. Giles.
Those marked * had iron ploughs, and the others wooden ploughs. In the course of the day the weather partly cleared up, but there were still occasional showers. A considerable number of visitors were on the ground, including many ladies on horseback, and in various vehicles ; but the attendance was by no means so large as in former years. As it was determined that the judges should give no report upon the merits of the different ploughmen, but simply hand in their decision, we subjoin our own notes on the various pieces of work, which we are the more encouraged to do as we not only found the opinions expressed tally with those of several practical farmers on the field, but found also from the distribution of the prizes that they were very much in accordance with the decision of the judges.
Champion Match.
No. 13. Robert Lawrie — Good work; the only fault being that it was a little too high in the crown.
General Match.
No. 8. D. Stuart— Good work, well cut, good finish, firstrate core.
No. No. 7. P. Scaman — First-rate work, and most beautiful finish, but too much broken and not so well closed as No. 8, The furrows in the central ridge not equally divided.
No. 6. L. Lovelock Good ploughing , but the farrows not so even nor so well packed as the two former numbers. Straighter work than No. 5, and superior work to No. 3. but the last four furrows beyond their width
No. 5. H. Pethick— Very similar, but not quite equal to No. 6, the finish not regular and the furrows not quite straight, not so well packed as the lots above.
No. 3. J. Bellingham— Good work— far better than No. 6, good, finish, but not over straight.
No. 2. W. Winkley Very high ridge, and not well shaped not well closed, and far from being straight
No. 1. F. Giddons— Land not equally divided, the halt and having only five furrows in each, and the whole land 1 furrows on each side.
Boy's Match.
No. 12. N. Cliff— Good work, but bad finish. The two last furrows too broad.
No. 11. E. Giles— Rather rough and coarse, but very good for so young a lad.
No. 10. F. P. Kell— Good work— well packed; better finish than No. 12. The reason for the numbers appearing to run backwards, is, that the teams started from the opposite end of the ground to that at which it had been measured out. Three ploughs were shown for the prize to the best of colonial manufacture viz.
No. 7. — Used by Seaman, which was certainly an inferior implement, being heavy in the beam and altogether unwieldy. There is no donbt his 'work suffered from the badness of his plough.
No. 6. — Lovelock's plough made by his driver Bennett, who is himself spoken of as an excellent ploughman. This was certainly a capital plough and was very much admired.
No. 3.— used by Bellingham. A very good plough, and one which for some kind of work might be considered equal, to No. 6, but not so light and manageable.
The work was all finished considerably within the time and during the day the utmost good humour prevailed upon the field. We cannot help wondering however that some kind of sport should not be got up to wile away the four or five hours occupied by the ploughmen; for standing about is dull work, and exceedingly apt to lead to drunkenness or disagreement. We understand arrangements for a cricket match had been partially made at Willunga, but for some reason they were not carried out. At five o'clock about fifty gentlemen partook of a most excellent dinner at Mr. Rowland's Inn ' The Bush,' Willunga, under the presidency of Mr. Norman ; Messrs. Cliff, Hill, and Russell (of Echunga) acting as Croupiers. ......................
The Chairman read the Judges' report, viz.:--
Champion prize— Robart Lawrie, £4.
General Match.
No. 8. Mr. D. Stuart, 1st prize, £3 0 and the medal.
No. 7. Mr. P. Seaman, 2nd £2 10
No. 3. Mr. Bellingham, 3rd £ 2 0
No. 6. Mr. L. Lovelock, 4th £1 10
The Judges recommended a 5th prize to Mr. H. Pethick, & the Committee decided upon presenting him with £1. Boys.
No. 10. F. Kell, ... ... 1st prize, £2 0
No. 12. N. Cliff, .... 2nd £1 10
No. 11. E. Giles, ..... 3rd 10s
Best Colonial Plough.
No. 6. Mr. Lovelock, prize, £2. The Chairman remarked that the plough did great credit to a deserving young man, Mr. John Bennett, who made it, as well as to the man who held it. Mr. Narracot returned thanks on behalf of himself and his brother Judges. He was not much of a speaker, but with respect to the ploughing, he would make a remark or two. The gainer of the medal's work was excellent. With some of the others the Judges had a great difficulty in deciding ; but they had done their best to be right, and it would be satisfactory to the Society to know that they had been unanimous. On the whole, as an Englishman recently arrived, he was verv much gratified; and, with regard to the boys, he was sure their fathers must be very much pleased to see their sons doing so well, and likely to make such good farmers; for a good ploughman was the key stone to farming. Since his arrival in the colony he had been so much gratified with the hospitality he had received, that he could fancy himself in Devonshire again; he was much pleased also at the pleasant way in which the farmers met, and he trusted he should remain and settle here to make one among them; and in that case he hoped he might never prove unworthy to be spoken of as kindly as they had spoken of him that evening.
WILLUNGA PLOUGHING MATCH. Tuesday, 3rd August.
JUDGES : Messrs. John Narracot, Willunga, (just arrived in the Mary Harrison, from Devonshire) William Oliver, Onkaparinga, Richard Hill, Willunga.
On every previous occasion of a race or ploughing match at Willunga, the day has been fine, but this year the clerk of the weather seemed inclined to balance up his books and insist upon a liquidation of all old scores. Ac
cordingly when the sturdy ploughman assembled upon Mr. Pethick's section, they were greeted with a heavy shower, which fairly drenched them before they had drawn lots, which done, they made a start at half-past 10. The land was well adapted for the purpose in most respects, but did not show the work so well as new soil would have done. It had lain fallow for two years, and was rather overgrown with rank weeds and young sprigs of gum and wattle. The lots, however, were perfectly equal, and the whole were free from trees, stumps, and stones. The rules were read as follows : — ' That the furrows be not more than 9 inches in width, nor less than 51/2 inches in depth. ' That the quantity of land to be ploughed be half an acre. ' That the time allowed for the work be five hours. 'That a driver be allowed to bullocks, but none to horses. ' That no assistance whatever be allowed to ploughmen except in the setting of the poles.' The following teams started, viz : --
For the Champion Prize, Bullock Team.
Owner. Ploughman. Driver.
Mr. R. Lawrie Owner* .. H. Figg. For the General Ploughing Prize --
Horse Teams.
Mr. McKenzie .... F. Giddons ... Mr. Pointon ...
W_ Winkley ... Mr. Marshall ... J. Bellingham ..
Mr. H. Pethick ... Owner*
Mr. P. Seaman Owner
Mr. D. Stuart Owner*
Bullock Teams.
Mr. L. Lovelook ... Owner ... ... J.Bennett.
Mr. Warnock... G. Stanchall (entered but not started.)
For the Boy's Prize — Horse Team.
Mr. Kell ..... F. P. Kell, aged 17*
Mr. Cliff... N. Cliff, aged 16
Bullock Teams.
Mr. E. Giles ... ... E. Giles, jun., 17 R. Giles.
Those marked * had iron ploughs, and the others wooden ploughs. In the course of the day the weather partly cleared up, but there were still occasional showers. A considerable number of visitors were on the ground, including many ladies on horseback, and in various vehicles ; but the attendance was by no means so large as in former years. As it was determined that the judges should give no report upon the merits of the different ploughmen, but simply hand in their decision, we subjoin our own notes on the various pieces of work, which we are the more encouraged to do as we not only found the opinions expressed tally with those of several practical farmers on the field, but found also from the distribution of the prizes that they were very much in accordance with the decision of the judges.
Champion Match.
No. 13. Robert Lawrie — Good work; the only fault being that it was a little too high in the crown.
General Match.
No. 8. D. Stuart— Good work, well cut, good finish, firstrate core.
No. No. 7. P. Scaman — First-rate work, and most beautiful finish, but too much broken and not so well closed as No. 8, The furrows in the central ridge not equally divided.
No. 6. L. Lovelock Good ploughing , but the farrows not so even nor so well packed as the two former numbers. Straighter work than No. 5, and superior work to No. 3. but the last four furrows beyond their width
No. 5. H. Pethick— Very similar, but not quite equal to No. 6, the finish not regular and the furrows not quite straight, not so well packed as the lots above.
No. 3. J. Bellingham— Good work— far better than No. 6, good, finish, but not over straight.
No. 2. W. Winkley Very high ridge, and not well shaped not well closed, and far from being straight
No. 1. F. Giddons— Land not equally divided, the halt and having only five furrows in each, and the whole land 1 furrows on each side.
Boy's Match.
No. 12. N. Cliff— Good work, but bad finish. The two last furrows too broad.
No. 11. E. Giles— Rather rough and coarse, but very good for so young a lad.
No. 10. F. P. Kell— Good work— well packed; better finish than No. 12. The reason for the numbers appearing to run backwards, is, that the teams started from the opposite end of the ground to that at which it had been measured out. Three ploughs were shown for the prize to the best of colonial manufacture viz.
No. 7. — Used by Seaman, which was certainly an inferior implement, being heavy in the beam and altogether unwieldy. There is no donbt his 'work suffered from the badness of his plough.
No. 6. — Lovelock's plough made by his driver Bennett, who is himself spoken of as an excellent ploughman. This was certainly a capital plough and was very much admired.
No. 3.— used by Bellingham. A very good plough, and one which for some kind of work might be considered equal, to No. 6, but not so light and manageable.
The work was all finished considerably within the time and during the day the utmost good humour prevailed upon the field. We cannot help wondering however that some kind of sport should not be got up to wile away the four or five hours occupied by the ploughmen; for standing about is dull work, and exceedingly apt to lead to drunkenness or disagreement. We understand arrangements for a cricket match had been partially made at Willunga, but for some reason they were not carried out. At five o'clock about fifty gentlemen partook of a most excellent dinner at Mr. Rowland's Inn ' The Bush,' Willunga, under the presidency of Mr. Norman ; Messrs. Cliff, Hill, and Russell (of Echunga) acting as Croupiers. ......................
The Chairman read the Judges' report, viz.:--
Champion prize— Robart Lawrie, £4.
General Match.
No. 8. Mr. D. Stuart, 1st prize, £3 0 and the medal.
No. 7. Mr. P. Seaman, 2nd £2 10
No. 3. Mr. Bellingham, 3rd £ 2 0
No. 6. Mr. L. Lovelock, 4th £1 10
The Judges recommended a 5th prize to Mr. H. Pethick, & the Committee decided upon presenting him with £1. Boys.
No. 10. F. Kell, ... ... 1st prize, £2 0
No. 12. N. Cliff, .... 2nd £1 10
No. 11. E. Giles, ..... 3rd 10s
Best Colonial Plough.
No. 6. Mr. Lovelock, prize, £2. The Chairman remarked that the plough did great credit to a deserving young man, Mr. John Bennett, who made it, as well as to the man who held it. Mr. Narracot returned thanks on behalf of himself and his brother Judges. He was not much of a speaker, but with respect to the ploughing, he would make a remark or two. The gainer of the medal's work was excellent. With some of the others the Judges had a great difficulty in deciding ; but they had done their best to be right, and it would be satisfactory to the Society to know that they had been unanimous. On the whole, as an Englishman recently arrived, he was verv much gratified; and, with regard to the boys, he was sure their fathers must be very much pleased to see their sons doing so well, and likely to make such good farmers; for a good ploughman was the key stone to farming. Since his arrival in the colony he had been so much gratified with the hospitality he had received, that he could fancy himself in Devonshire again; he was much pleased also at the pleasant way in which the farmers met, and he trusted he should remain and settle here to make one among them; and in that case he hoped he might never prove unworthy to be spoken of as kindly as they had spoken of him that evening.
Adelaide Morning Chronicle (SA : 1852 - 1853), Monday 9 August 1852
SALISBURY PLOUGHING MATCH.
This match came off on Friday last, the 6th instant, on a section belonging to Mr Gillet, near the New Road Inn. The Judges were, Messrs Thos. Abbott, ?. Jellett. J. Fidge, and G. Miles, of Munno Para, and J. Umpherstone, , of Gawler Plains. The prizes were awarded by them in the following order :-
General Match.
G. Brooks, 1st prize, 6 guineas. G. Vince, 2nd prize, 4 guineas. J. Baillie, 3rd prize, 3 guineas. G. Barton, 4th prize, 2 guineas.
Boys' Match.
F. Raymond, 1st prize, 3 guineas. W. Crooker, 2nd prize, 2 guineas.
The unsuccessful competitors were, G. White, and C. Buckingham. White's ploughing was pronounced by the Judges to be the best in the field, but he was out of time. A large party dined at Mr, Wright's Inn, Salisbury, after the match, under the presidency of Mr Umpherstone. Mr Broadstock assisting as Vice-Chairman.
SALISBURY PLOUGHING MATCH.
This match came off on Friday last, the 6th instant, on a section belonging to Mr Gillet, near the New Road Inn. The Judges were, Messrs Thos. Abbott, ?. Jellett. J. Fidge, and G. Miles, of Munno Para, and J. Umpherstone, , of Gawler Plains. The prizes were awarded by them in the following order :-
General Match.
G. Brooks, 1st prize, 6 guineas. G. Vince, 2nd prize, 4 guineas. J. Baillie, 3rd prize, 3 guineas. G. Barton, 4th prize, 2 guineas.
Boys' Match.
F. Raymond, 1st prize, 3 guineas. W. Crooker, 2nd prize, 2 guineas.
The unsuccessful competitors were, G. White, and C. Buckingham. White's ploughing was pronounced by the Judges to be the best in the field, but he was out of time. A large party dined at Mr, Wright's Inn, Salisbury, after the match, under the presidency of Mr Umpherstone. Mr Broadstock assisting as Vice-Chairman.
Adelaide Morning Chronicle (SA), Thursday 12 August 1852
SOUTH AUSTRALIAN AGRICULTURAL AND HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. PLOUGHING MATCH.
On Tuesday morning last, the Annual Ploughing Match under the auspices of this Society, came off a section belonging to Mr Cook, near the Port Road. The attendance was by no means so large as might have been anticipated, considering the importance of the occasion, and the propitious state of the weather. His Excellency the Lieutnant-Governor was present during the whole time, and appeared to take great interest in the progress of the men. The general estimate with respect to the character of the work done was not favourable, but in the opinion of several experienced agriculturists, this might be attributed to the nature of the soil, which is rather sandy. Six hours was allowed for the ploughing, but it was finished in about five, by all the competitors. The following list exhibits the names of the respective com-petitors, and other particulars respecting them:-
MEN
Owner.
Robert Lawrie, Peter Ferguson, Wm. Ferguson, Chas Ferguson, Alex. Ferguson, Wm. Ferguson, James Frew, John Cook, - Cook
Ploughmen.
John Lawrie, Geo. Espie, Jas Stewart, J. McKenzie
BOYS
David Ferguson, Wm. Ferguson, Gil. Ferguson, George Cox
Messrs Raskins and Waddell were the Judges. The following is their report
Mens's Match.
First prize, £5 and a silver medal, to Robert Lawrie, No. I. Straight line ploughing, well fininshed, rather flanking.
Second prize, £4, to John Lawrie, No. 8. Well ploughed ridge, crown laid rather close.
Third prize, £3, to Jamie Stewart, No. 4. Well formed ridge.
Fourth prize, £2, to George Espie, No 2. Well formed ridge, rather rough finish.
Fifth prize, £1, to John Cook No. 6, Pretty well formed ridge, not well finished.
Boys' Match First prise. £3, to Gilbert Fergusson. Well ploughed ridge, and well formed though - rather well finished. Well entitled to rank among the men.
Second prize, £2, to George Cox.
SOUTH AUSTRALIAN AGRICULTURAL AND HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. PLOUGHING MATCH.
On Tuesday morning last, the Annual Ploughing Match under the auspices of this Society, came off a section belonging to Mr Cook, near the Port Road. The attendance was by no means so large as might have been anticipated, considering the importance of the occasion, and the propitious state of the weather. His Excellency the Lieutnant-Governor was present during the whole time, and appeared to take great interest in the progress of the men. The general estimate with respect to the character of the work done was not favourable, but in the opinion of several experienced agriculturists, this might be attributed to the nature of the soil, which is rather sandy. Six hours was allowed for the ploughing, but it was finished in about five, by all the competitors. The following list exhibits the names of the respective com-petitors, and other particulars respecting them:-
MEN
Owner.
Robert Lawrie, Peter Ferguson, Wm. Ferguson, Chas Ferguson, Alex. Ferguson, Wm. Ferguson, James Frew, John Cook, - Cook
Ploughmen.
John Lawrie, Geo. Espie, Jas Stewart, J. McKenzie
BOYS
David Ferguson, Wm. Ferguson, Gil. Ferguson, George Cox
Messrs Raskins and Waddell were the Judges. The following is their report
Mens's Match.
First prize, £5 and a silver medal, to Robert Lawrie, No. I. Straight line ploughing, well fininshed, rather flanking.
Second prize, £4, to John Lawrie, No. 8. Well ploughed ridge, crown laid rather close.
Third prize, £3, to Jamie Stewart, No. 4. Well formed ridge.
Fourth prize, £2, to George Espie, No 2. Well formed ridge, rather rough finish.
Fifth prize, £1, to John Cook No. 6, Pretty well formed ridge, not well finished.
Boys' Match First prise. £3, to Gilbert Fergusson. Well ploughed ridge, and well formed though - rather well finished. Well entitled to rank among the men.
Second prize, £2, to George Cox.
Adelaide Morning Chronicle (SA : 1852 - 1853), Monday 16 August 1852
THE GUMERACKA PLOUGHING MATCH.
This interesting contest took place on Thursday, the 29th July, near the Robert Burns Inn in the above magnificent district. The severe weather prevented a large attendance, either from the neighbourhood or from a distance. The proceedings were regulated by the Gumeracka Farmers Society.
The following were the competitors :
First Prize £4, David Shannon, horse team.
Second prize £3, Edmund Dempsee, bullock team. Owner, J. O'Loghlin. Driver, T. Kildary.
Third prize £2, Robert Rankine, bullock team. Driver, C. Knowles,
Fourth prize £1, James Snodgrass, horse team. Owner, A. B. Murray.
John Fisher, horse team.
D. Black, horse team. Owner, D. Shannon.
Only one boy, M. Underwood, aged 14, started with a bullock team driven by the owner, M. Underwood. A prize of £2 was awarded.
The ground in parts was boggy and unfavorable to the ploughmen.
All the ploughs (iron) , were manufactured by Mr Forest, of Gumeracka, except Mr Rankine's, which was made to order by his brother in Scotland.
Mr Fisher had an old mould-board which he had ploughed with 35 years ago. It did not turn the earth as well as those more recently constructed. The two mares in his team, however, bore the palm in that department,one was a small bay Cleveland, and the other a chestnut true Suffolk Punch, They were beautifully trained and much admired.
THE DINNER.
After the labors of the field were over, a considerable party assembled at the Robert Bums, where Host Miller had provided an excellent dinner. Chairman-Mr John Fisher. Croupier-Mr R. Rankine- The usual toasts were proposed, and several sound practical speeches were delivered. The Chairman made some very judicious remarks upon the propriety of having mills in their own district, to grind their corn in place of sending it to Adelaide, especially, in these times, when they were deserted by their laborers ; and Mr D. Shanuon ably followed up the Chairman by showing the vital necessity for sending home for men who would engage for a term of years. Under the present system it was a mere, waste of money to send for men who would immediately go off to the Diggings. Better lay out the funds in making , roads, bridges, and other internal improvements. The other speakers were Messrs Rankine, A. B. Murray, Taylor, Andrews (from Adelaide), Kelly, Donaghue, Hodson, and D. Loghlin. The evening was spent with great harmony and spirit, and among the toasts the, health of the much respected President of the Society, Mr A. Shannon, now at the Diggings, was not forgotten.
THE GUMERACKA PLOUGHING MATCH.
This interesting contest took place on Thursday, the 29th July, near the Robert Burns Inn in the above magnificent district. The severe weather prevented a large attendance, either from the neighbourhood or from a distance. The proceedings were regulated by the Gumeracka Farmers Society.
The following were the competitors :
First Prize £4, David Shannon, horse team.
Second prize £3, Edmund Dempsee, bullock team. Owner, J. O'Loghlin. Driver, T. Kildary.
Third prize £2, Robert Rankine, bullock team. Driver, C. Knowles,
Fourth prize £1, James Snodgrass, horse team. Owner, A. B. Murray.
John Fisher, horse team.
D. Black, horse team. Owner, D. Shannon.
Only one boy, M. Underwood, aged 14, started with a bullock team driven by the owner, M. Underwood. A prize of £2 was awarded.
The ground in parts was boggy and unfavorable to the ploughmen.
All the ploughs (iron) , were manufactured by Mr Forest, of Gumeracka, except Mr Rankine's, which was made to order by his brother in Scotland.
Mr Fisher had an old mould-board which he had ploughed with 35 years ago. It did not turn the earth as well as those more recently constructed. The two mares in his team, however, bore the palm in that department,one was a small bay Cleveland, and the other a chestnut true Suffolk Punch, They were beautifully trained and much admired.
THE DINNER.
After the labors of the field were over, a considerable party assembled at the Robert Bums, where Host Miller had provided an excellent dinner. Chairman-Mr John Fisher. Croupier-Mr R. Rankine- The usual toasts were proposed, and several sound practical speeches were delivered. The Chairman made some very judicious remarks upon the propriety of having mills in their own district, to grind their corn in place of sending it to Adelaide, especially, in these times, when they were deserted by their laborers ; and Mr D. Shanuon ably followed up the Chairman by showing the vital necessity for sending home for men who would engage for a term of years. Under the present system it was a mere, waste of money to send for men who would immediately go off to the Diggings. Better lay out the funds in making , roads, bridges, and other internal improvements. The other speakers were Messrs Rankine, A. B. Murray, Taylor, Andrews (from Adelaide), Kelly, Donaghue, Hodson, and D. Loghlin. The evening was spent with great harmony and spirit, and among the toasts the, health of the much respected President of the Society, Mr A. Shannon, now at the Diggings, was not forgotten.
1853
Adelaide Observer (SA), Saturday 13 August 1853
THE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY'S ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH.
The annual ploughing match took plaee yesterday in the section adjoining Thebarton, belonging to Mr. Torrens. After the usual preliminaries had been arranged, and lots drawn, eleven competitors started for the prizes, the following rules having been first read:--
Each ploughman to plough half-an-acre of land, divided into two lands of equal furrows in each land. The furrows to be not less than five inches deep.
The ploughmen to have no assistance except in setting the poles.
The lands to be marked by numbers, which will he marked from right to left.
The numbers to be balloted for.
The time allotted for ploughing to be five and a-half hours, including setting of poles.
A signal will be given at starting and finishing.
The following are the names of the competitors :--
Owners. Ploughmen.
Elliott Aitchison ... Owner
James Foreman ... Owner
Thomas Barnett ... Owner
William Isles Owner
D. Ferguson George Ferguson
Wm. Ferguson Edward Smith
Alex. Ferguson George Espie
James Frew John Winton
Mr. Goode William George
George Muller John Harman
Mr. Goode Thomas Jones
The awards of the Judges were as follows:--
Men's Class.
First prize (including silver medal) £6 6s. William Isles
Second prize £5 0 James Foreman
Third prize ... £4 0 Thomas Barrett
Fourth prize £3 0 --------------
Fifth prize ... £2 0 T. P. John
Sixth prize … £1 0 George Espie.
Boy's Class.
Prize of £2 2s. to John Harman, driver to Mr. Muller.
Best Plough, £2 2s., T. P. John.
Judges—Messrs. Robert Smith (Tapley's Hill), William Bowman (River Finuiss), and William Martin (Unley).
THE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY'S ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH.
The annual ploughing match took plaee yesterday in the section adjoining Thebarton, belonging to Mr. Torrens. After the usual preliminaries had been arranged, and lots drawn, eleven competitors started for the prizes, the following rules having been first read:--
Each ploughman to plough half-an-acre of land, divided into two lands of equal furrows in each land. The furrows to be not less than five inches deep.
The ploughmen to have no assistance except in setting the poles.
The lands to be marked by numbers, which will he marked from right to left.
The numbers to be balloted for.
The time allotted for ploughing to be five and a-half hours, including setting of poles.
A signal will be given at starting and finishing.
The following are the names of the competitors :--
Owners. Ploughmen.
Elliott Aitchison ... Owner
James Foreman ... Owner
Thomas Barnett ... Owner
William Isles Owner
D. Ferguson George Ferguson
Wm. Ferguson Edward Smith
Alex. Ferguson George Espie
James Frew John Winton
Mr. Goode William George
George Muller John Harman
Mr. Goode Thomas Jones
The awards of the Judges were as follows:--
Men's Class.
First prize (including silver medal) £6 6s. William Isles
Second prize £5 0 James Foreman
Third prize ... £4 0 Thomas Barrett
Fourth prize £3 0 --------------
Fifth prize ... £2 0 T. P. John
Sixth prize … £1 0 George Espie.
Boy's Class.
Prize of £2 2s. to John Harman, driver to Mr. Muller.
Best Plough, £2 2s., T. P. John.
Judges—Messrs. Robert Smith (Tapley's Hill), William Bowman (River Finuiss), and William Martin (Unley).
Adelaide Observer (SA), Saturday 20 August 1853
SALISBURY PLOUGHING MATCH.
This annual event came off on Tuesday last. There were about 250 persons on the field, who appeared to take a great interest in the business of the day. The Judges were Messrs Bowse, Innis, and Widgate. The entries were as follows:--
Owners. Ploughmen.
Francis Raymond .. George Brooks
Thomas Barrett .. .. Owner
John Umpherstone .John Baily
Thomas Brooks .. .. Owner
Charles Ferguson .. Ditto
Gilbert Ferguson .. Ditto
William Coker .. .. Ditto
John Fidge William Harper
John Prior F. Fidge.
Boys under 16.
George Webb .. .. Alcon Webb
F. Skipworth .. .. Thomas Skipworth
Nicholas Goodman ..William Goodman
Thomas Abbott .. .. Walter Walpole.
Everything passed off pleasantly, and a large company sat down to dinner at the New Road Inn with the best and kindliest feeling. The cloth having been removed, and the usual loyal, patriotic, and farming toasts duly honoured, the Judges gave in their report, awarding the following prizes:--
First Class—Men.
First prize ,. £6 0 William Harper
Second do. .. £4 0 William Coker
Third do. .. £2 10 Charles Ferguson
Fourth do. .. £1 10 Thomas Barrett.
Second Class—Boys under 16 years of age.
First prize .. £3 0 Walter Walpole
Second do. .. £2 0 William Goodman
Third do. .. £1 0 Alcon Webb.
After this the company became social; speeches and songs enlivened the happy rustics, who, having turned out for a holiday, were determined not to be disappointed. They passed a jolly evening; and we may add with much satisfaction, that there was reason in their mirth; they were merry truly, but not unwise.
SALISBURY PLOUGHING MATCH.
This annual event came off on Tuesday last. There were about 250 persons on the field, who appeared to take a great interest in the business of the day. The Judges were Messrs Bowse, Innis, and Widgate. The entries were as follows:--
Owners. Ploughmen.
Francis Raymond .. George Brooks
Thomas Barrett .. .. Owner
John Umpherstone .John Baily
Thomas Brooks .. .. Owner
Charles Ferguson .. Ditto
Gilbert Ferguson .. Ditto
William Coker .. .. Ditto
John Fidge William Harper
John Prior F. Fidge.
Boys under 16.
George Webb .. .. Alcon Webb
F. Skipworth .. .. Thomas Skipworth
Nicholas Goodman ..William Goodman
Thomas Abbott .. .. Walter Walpole.
Everything passed off pleasantly, and a large company sat down to dinner at the New Road Inn with the best and kindliest feeling. The cloth having been removed, and the usual loyal, patriotic, and farming toasts duly honoured, the Judges gave in their report, awarding the following prizes:--
First Class—Men.
First prize ,. £6 0 William Harper
Second do. .. £4 0 William Coker
Third do. .. £2 10 Charles Ferguson
Fourth do. .. £1 10 Thomas Barrett.
Second Class—Boys under 16 years of age.
First prize .. £3 0 Walter Walpole
Second do. .. £2 0 William Goodman
Third do. .. £1 0 Alcon Webb.
After this the company became social; speeches and songs enlivened the happy rustics, who, having turned out for a holiday, were determined not to be disappointed. They passed a jolly evening; and we may add with much satisfaction, that there was reason in their mirth; they were merry truly, but not unwise.
Adelaide Times (SA), Friday 2 September 1853
EAST TORRENS SOCIETY.
The Annual Ploughing Match of the Society took place yesterday, in a section beIonging to Mr Cornish, near Payneham..
Judges — Messrs Overton, Blackler, and Wm. Ferguson.
Notwithstanding the dull appearance of the morning, and the probable unpropitious state of the ground from the quantity of rain which has fallen of late, there was a large attendance on the ground at an early hour, which was increased by many gentlemen on horseback towards the termination of the match ; amongst whom were Messrs Mildred, Morris, Whitford, Cornish, Cobbledick, Muller, Prescot, Smith, Lineglne (she was Secretary of the Society), and several others. The competitors were twelve in number, viz., three ploughing with bullock teams, and nine with horses. The rules of the day were as follows-
Entrance fee, five shillings.
Half an acre in two lands of one rod each.
Furrows to be nine inches wide, and five deep.
Time, five and A half-hours.
There were several agricultural immigrants, amongst which was a plough of Brodrick’s? Patent, brought from England for sale, by Mr Addison, of Gilbert Town near Walkerville, which created considerable interest and received thorough examination from Mr Overton, one of the judges, who appeared fully to appreciate the many improvements it possessed. The plough turned out some good work, and the adaptation of the skimming coulter leaves the work free from sward at the bottom of the furrow. Its title is the Champion Plough, and has taken the prize at the consecutive meetings of the Royal Agricultural Association of England. It has also received the Gold Medal Prize.
The ploughing in general was not of the best kind, the faut being caused by the too great anxiety of the competitors to excel to the time in which they could complete their half acre. This caused a slovenly flourishing in the placing of their work which took much from its appearance.
The Secretary, Mr Mildred, then read the following report;--
JUDGES REPORT.
Men.
Prize. Ploughmen. Owner. £ s.
1st Charles Ferguson. Daniel Ferguson 5 5
2nd Thos Gardner Self 4 4
3rd John Whittle Mildred 3 3
4th Win. George Good? 2 0
5th Thos. Walker Prescott 1,1
Boys.
1st John Miller John Harman.. 2 3
This ploughing was, however judged to be only second-best; that of Gilbert Ferguson (bullocks) being adjudicated as superior, but he, unfortunately, exceeded the time allowed by the rules. The committee as an encouragement awarded him a special remuneration £1.
The Judges also recommended the general adoption of the skim coulter to all ploughs where there was much green stuff on the sufface, and the,report stated that Mr Overton as a particular expression of his opinion, desired to present to Mr Addison one guinea towards a special reward for the best plough on the field, which he hoped the Committee would increase. The Committee awarded an addition of £2 2s.............Several excellent songs contributed to enliven the night, and at a late hour the company separated in the midst of harmony & joy.
EAST TORRENS SOCIETY.
The Annual Ploughing Match of the Society took place yesterday, in a section beIonging to Mr Cornish, near Payneham..
Judges — Messrs Overton, Blackler, and Wm. Ferguson.
Notwithstanding the dull appearance of the morning, and the probable unpropitious state of the ground from the quantity of rain which has fallen of late, there was a large attendance on the ground at an early hour, which was increased by many gentlemen on horseback towards the termination of the match ; amongst whom were Messrs Mildred, Morris, Whitford, Cornish, Cobbledick, Muller, Prescot, Smith, Lineglne (she was Secretary of the Society), and several others. The competitors were twelve in number, viz., three ploughing with bullock teams, and nine with horses. The rules of the day were as follows-
Entrance fee, five shillings.
Half an acre in two lands of one rod each.
Furrows to be nine inches wide, and five deep.
Time, five and A half-hours.
There were several agricultural immigrants, amongst which was a plough of Brodrick’s? Patent, brought from England for sale, by Mr Addison, of Gilbert Town near Walkerville, which created considerable interest and received thorough examination from Mr Overton, one of the judges, who appeared fully to appreciate the many improvements it possessed. The plough turned out some good work, and the adaptation of the skimming coulter leaves the work free from sward at the bottom of the furrow. Its title is the Champion Plough, and has taken the prize at the consecutive meetings of the Royal Agricultural Association of England. It has also received the Gold Medal Prize.
The ploughing in general was not of the best kind, the faut being caused by the too great anxiety of the competitors to excel to the time in which they could complete their half acre. This caused a slovenly flourishing in the placing of their work which took much from its appearance.
The Secretary, Mr Mildred, then read the following report;--
JUDGES REPORT.
Men.
Prize. Ploughmen. Owner. £ s.
1st Charles Ferguson. Daniel Ferguson 5 5
2nd Thos Gardner Self 4 4
3rd John Whittle Mildred 3 3
4th Win. George Good? 2 0
5th Thos. Walker Prescott 1,1
Boys.
1st John Miller John Harman.. 2 3
This ploughing was, however judged to be only second-best; that of Gilbert Ferguson (bullocks) being adjudicated as superior, but he, unfortunately, exceeded the time allowed by the rules. The committee as an encouragement awarded him a special remuneration £1.
The Judges also recommended the general adoption of the skim coulter to all ploughs where there was much green stuff on the sufface, and the,report stated that Mr Overton as a particular expression of his opinion, desired to present to Mr Addison one guinea towards a special reward for the best plough on the field, which he hoped the Committee would increase. The Committee awarded an addition of £2 2s.............Several excellent songs contributed to enliven the night, and at a late hour the company separated in the midst of harmony & joy.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Saturday 10 September 1853
MOUNT BARKER PLOUGHING MATCH.
The Annual Ploughing Match of the Agricultural Association of Mount Barker, Nairne, and Balhannah took place on Friday, the 2nd instant, on the section of Mr. Daniel Gearon, at the corner of the Mount Barker
and Nairne roads. The day was auspiciously fine, and the ground in excellent condition for ploughing. There were fifteen ploughs in the field. The whole of the work was excellent, and of a character to sustain the world-wide reputation of the district for the best corn-growing country in the universe. There was a nume-rous attendance of the substantial yeomanry of that and the surrounding districts. A commodious booth for the accommodation of guests had been erected on the field by the landlord of the Crown ; a goodly rural band of musicians was in attendance ; and from the roofs of the tents silk banners floated on the breeze, bidding " Welcome to the Visitors," and " Good Speed to the Plough." The hon. members for Yatala and Mount Barker were on the field, though the former did not stop for the dinner. The Judges were Messrs. Umpherstone ; T. Burley, of the Meadows ; A. Stark, of Strathalbyn ; and Abraham Shannon, of Gumeracha. The following is the list of entries : — No. Owner. Ploughman. Team. 1. George Wright George Wright Horses 3. John T. Bee C. Perry Ditto 4. Matthew Linn Matthew Linn Ditto 5. Allan Bell Fred. Ulphick Ditto 6. John Frame W. Brown Ditto 7. Alfred Champion A. Champion Ditto 10. John Waddle John Waddle, jun. Oxen 12. Alex. Macdonald Alex. Macdonald Ditto 13. John Lang John Lang Ditto 14. John Hamblin John Hamblin Ditto BOYS. 17. T. Donoghue T. Donohue, jun. 18. W. Patterson W. Patterson, jun. The names of the successful competitors were read out on the field ; and as the character of the ploughs contributed much to the success of the ploughmen, it was determined to announce the names of the black-smiths who had prepared the plough-irons. The following is the list of prizes:--
Horse Teams.
First prize, No. 3, £4 4s., C. Perry. Blacksmith — John Waddle, Blackiston Second prize, No. 4, Matthew Linn, £3 3s. Black-smith — Robinson, Macclesfield Thirth prize, No. 7, Alfred Champion, £2 2s. Fourth prize, No. 6, W. Brown, £1 1s. Blacksmith - Waddle George Wright was recommended for a prize.
Bullock Teams.
First prize No. 10 John Waddle £4 4s Second prize No. 14 Thos. Hamblin £3 3s Third prize No. 12 Alex. Macdonald £2 2s Fourth prize No 13 John Lang £1 1s Boys. First prize, No. 17, Thomas Donoghue. Blacksmith — Tucker, Nairne Second Prize, No. 18, Wm. Patterson, £2 2s. Black-smith — Walter Patterson Extra prize, for the best "land," John Waddle, £1 1s. THE DINNER. At 5 o'clock p.m. above eighty persons sat down to dinner at the Crown Inn, and we understand that there were more than thirty persons who were unable to obtain seats. The viands, wines, and attendance were first-rate, and, as well as all the other arrangements, did great credit to the new landlord, Mr. Uphill. John Baker, Esq., M.L.C., presided in his usual able manner. Amongst the company present we observed Messrs. Dawes, Shepherdson, J. Chambers, M.D., R. B. Andrews, solicitor ; B. Gray, W. Anderson, sen., W. Patterson, Allan Bell (the wheat prizeman of all na-tions), J. Johnson, W. Richardson, F. Clegget, H. Linn, Tallant Bee, &c., &c.
MOUNT BARKER PLOUGHING MATCH.
The Annual Ploughing Match of the Agricultural Association of Mount Barker, Nairne, and Balhannah took place on Friday, the 2nd instant, on the section of Mr. Daniel Gearon, at the corner of the Mount Barker
and Nairne roads. The day was auspiciously fine, and the ground in excellent condition for ploughing. There were fifteen ploughs in the field. The whole of the work was excellent, and of a character to sustain the world-wide reputation of the district for the best corn-growing country in the universe. There was a nume-rous attendance of the substantial yeomanry of that and the surrounding districts. A commodious booth for the accommodation of guests had been erected on the field by the landlord of the Crown ; a goodly rural band of musicians was in attendance ; and from the roofs of the tents silk banners floated on the breeze, bidding " Welcome to the Visitors," and " Good Speed to the Plough." The hon. members for Yatala and Mount Barker were on the field, though the former did not stop for the dinner. The Judges were Messrs. Umpherstone ; T. Burley, of the Meadows ; A. Stark, of Strathalbyn ; and Abraham Shannon, of Gumeracha. The following is the list of entries : — No. Owner. Ploughman. Team. 1. George Wright George Wright Horses 3. John T. Bee C. Perry Ditto 4. Matthew Linn Matthew Linn Ditto 5. Allan Bell Fred. Ulphick Ditto 6. John Frame W. Brown Ditto 7. Alfred Champion A. Champion Ditto 10. John Waddle John Waddle, jun. Oxen 12. Alex. Macdonald Alex. Macdonald Ditto 13. John Lang John Lang Ditto 14. John Hamblin John Hamblin Ditto BOYS. 17. T. Donoghue T. Donohue, jun. 18. W. Patterson W. Patterson, jun. The names of the successful competitors were read out on the field ; and as the character of the ploughs contributed much to the success of the ploughmen, it was determined to announce the names of the black-smiths who had prepared the plough-irons. The following is the list of prizes:--
Horse Teams.
First prize, No. 3, £4 4s., C. Perry. Blacksmith — John Waddle, Blackiston Second prize, No. 4, Matthew Linn, £3 3s. Black-smith — Robinson, Macclesfield Thirth prize, No. 7, Alfred Champion, £2 2s. Fourth prize, No. 6, W. Brown, £1 1s. Blacksmith - Waddle George Wright was recommended for a prize.
Bullock Teams.
First prize No. 10 John Waddle £4 4s Second prize No. 14 Thos. Hamblin £3 3s Third prize No. 12 Alex. Macdonald £2 2s Fourth prize No 13 John Lang £1 1s Boys. First prize, No. 17, Thomas Donoghue. Blacksmith — Tucker, Nairne Second Prize, No. 18, Wm. Patterson, £2 2s. Black-smith — Walter Patterson Extra prize, for the best "land," John Waddle, £1 1s. THE DINNER. At 5 o'clock p.m. above eighty persons sat down to dinner at the Crown Inn, and we understand that there were more than thirty persons who were unable to obtain seats. The viands, wines, and attendance were first-rate, and, as well as all the other arrangements, did great credit to the new landlord, Mr. Uphill. John Baker, Esq., M.L.C., presided in his usual able manner. Amongst the company present we observed Messrs. Dawes, Shepherdson, J. Chambers, M.D., R. B. Andrews, solicitor ; B. Gray, W. Anderson, sen., W. Patterson, Allan Bell (the wheat prizeman of all na-tions), J. Johnson, W. Richardson, F. Clegget, H. Linn, Tallant Bee, &c., &c.
Adelaide Observer (SA), Saturday 24 September 1853
GUMERACHA FARMERS' SOCIETY.
On Tuesday last, the annual ploughing match and show of stock connected with the above Society took place at the Robert Burns Inn, Gumeracha. The land selected for the ploughing was a piece of ground belonging to Mr. Thomas Miller, at the rear of the Inn. The only competitors who started for the prizes offered for the best ploughing were as follow:--
Owners. Ploughmen. Teams.
James Snodgrass ... Owner ... ... 6 Bullocks
Robert Rankine ... John McCalpin 2 Horses
John Fisher ... Andrew Wilson 2 Horses
James McLaughlan Edwd. Dempsay 6 Bullocks
Thomas Miller ... James Miller ... 2 Horses
The small number of competitors was accounted for from the circumstance that the ploughmen were well known at Gumeracha as very superior hands. The following regulations were laid down for observance by the ploughmen:—quantity of land, 60 rods; breadth of ridge, 15 feet; depth of furrow, not less thau 5 inches.
Time allowed for ploughing, 41/2 hours.
Tickets to be drawn at half-past 9 a.m., and the teams to start at 10. A gun to be fired at starting, and at the expiration of the time.
The following gentlemen were appointed as Judges of the ploughing:—Mr. Thomas Donoghue, Mr. William Innes, and Mr. John Waddel.
The Judges of stock were Mr. Nicholas Foot, Mr. William Keynes, and Mr. William Innes.
During the day a number of persons visited the scene of operations, including many of the principal farmers of Gumeracha and the neighbourhood, and several gentlemen from Adelaide. The scene was also graced with the presence of several equestrians of the fair sex.
The ploughing of M'Calpin was greatly admired; the ridges were laid exceedingly true, and it was scarcely possible to discover the crown after the work was finished. But the ploughman was beat out of time in consequence of the repeated refusals of the horses to advance in the furrow. As expressed by M'Calpin himself, they " would na gang at all."
The other ploughmen did their work in their best style, though the rain which had fallen during the previous night rendered the ground rather more swampy than was wished.
We regret to state that the number of live stock exhibited was very limited. The sheep exhibited by Mr. John Murray were much admired, as was like wise Mr. Fisher's brood mare. The well-known entire draught horse Rob Roy, belonging to the same gentleman, carried the prize without a competitor.
DECISION OF THE JUDGES.
PLOUGHMEN.
1st Prize, £5 5s.—James Miller. Rather confined in the crown, but well ploughed and finished; wellformed ridge.
2nd Prize, £4 4s.—Edward Dempsay. Good crown, but rather badly finished.
3rd Prize, £3 3s.—Andrew Wilson. Badly closed and badly finished.
4th Prize, £2 2s.—James Snodgrass. Irregularly ploughed and badly finished.
The Judges recommended a prize to be given to John McCalpin for the work done.
STOCK.
Entire draught horse—Mr. John Fisher's Rob Roy, 1st prize, £5 5s.
Brood chesnut mare—Mr. John Fisher's, 1st prize, £3 3s.
White strawberiy cow—Mr. James Phillis's, 1st prize, £2 2s.
Ram—Mr. John Murray's, 1st prize, £3 3s.
Best pen of three ewes—Mr. William Phillis's, £2 2s.
Best boar—Mr. Michael Underwood's, £2 2s.
Best brood sow—Mr. Michael Underwood's, £1 Is.
Best pair of horses at work in the field—Mr. Thomas Miller's, £3 3s.
Best team of working bollocks at work in the field—Mr. James McLaughlan's, £2 2s.
GUMERACHA FARMERS' SOCIETY.
On Tuesday last, the annual ploughing match and show of stock connected with the above Society took place at the Robert Burns Inn, Gumeracha. The land selected for the ploughing was a piece of ground belonging to Mr. Thomas Miller, at the rear of the Inn. The only competitors who started for the prizes offered for the best ploughing were as follow:--
Owners. Ploughmen. Teams.
James Snodgrass ... Owner ... ... 6 Bullocks
Robert Rankine ... John McCalpin 2 Horses
John Fisher ... Andrew Wilson 2 Horses
James McLaughlan Edwd. Dempsay 6 Bullocks
Thomas Miller ... James Miller ... 2 Horses
The small number of competitors was accounted for from the circumstance that the ploughmen were well known at Gumeracha as very superior hands. The following regulations were laid down for observance by the ploughmen:—quantity of land, 60 rods; breadth of ridge, 15 feet; depth of furrow, not less thau 5 inches.
Time allowed for ploughing, 41/2 hours.
Tickets to be drawn at half-past 9 a.m., and the teams to start at 10. A gun to be fired at starting, and at the expiration of the time.
The following gentlemen were appointed as Judges of the ploughing:—Mr. Thomas Donoghue, Mr. William Innes, and Mr. John Waddel.
The Judges of stock were Mr. Nicholas Foot, Mr. William Keynes, and Mr. William Innes.
During the day a number of persons visited the scene of operations, including many of the principal farmers of Gumeracha and the neighbourhood, and several gentlemen from Adelaide. The scene was also graced with the presence of several equestrians of the fair sex.
The ploughing of M'Calpin was greatly admired; the ridges were laid exceedingly true, and it was scarcely possible to discover the crown after the work was finished. But the ploughman was beat out of time in consequence of the repeated refusals of the horses to advance in the furrow. As expressed by M'Calpin himself, they " would na gang at all."
The other ploughmen did their work in their best style, though the rain which had fallen during the previous night rendered the ground rather more swampy than was wished.
We regret to state that the number of live stock exhibited was very limited. The sheep exhibited by Mr. John Murray were much admired, as was like wise Mr. Fisher's brood mare. The well-known entire draught horse Rob Roy, belonging to the same gentleman, carried the prize without a competitor.
DECISION OF THE JUDGES.
PLOUGHMEN.
1st Prize, £5 5s.—James Miller. Rather confined in the crown, but well ploughed and finished; wellformed ridge.
2nd Prize, £4 4s.—Edward Dempsay. Good crown, but rather badly finished.
3rd Prize, £3 3s.—Andrew Wilson. Badly closed and badly finished.
4th Prize, £2 2s.—James Snodgrass. Irregularly ploughed and badly finished.
The Judges recommended a prize to be given to John McCalpin for the work done.
STOCK.
Entire draught horse—Mr. John Fisher's Rob Roy, 1st prize, £5 5s.
Brood chesnut mare—Mr. John Fisher's, 1st prize, £3 3s.
White strawberiy cow—Mr. James Phillis's, 1st prize, £2 2s.
Ram—Mr. John Murray's, 1st prize, £3 3s.
Best pen of three ewes—Mr. William Phillis's, £2 2s.
Best boar—Mr. Michael Underwood's, £2 2s.
Best brood sow—Mr. Michael Underwood's, £1 Is.
Best pair of horses at work in the field—Mr. Thomas Miller's, £3 3s.
Best team of working bollocks at work in the field—Mr. James McLaughlan's, £2 2s.
1854
Adelaide Observer (SA), Saturday 9 September 1854
ALDINGA ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH TUESDAY, AUGUST 5.
Judges—Messrs. Robert Burley, Meadows; Williams, Russell, Callunga; and William Shore, Willunga.
The Aldinga match of 1854 came off upon a piece of land on one of Mr. Norman's sections near the sea coast. It is a perfectly level spot, free from stumps or other obstructions, and would have been excellent for the purpose but for the long want of rain, which rendered the soil too dry and hard. The Committee, on this account, determined to dispense with the rule fixing the minimum depth and maximum breadth of furrow, so that every competitor was left to do his work in the manner most pleasing to himself The entries were made as follows on Monday evening, at Palmer's Inn ; they exhibit some improvement upon those at Willunga the week before. An asterisk (*) indicates bullock teams:--
For the champion's prize.
Owner. Ploughman.
James Foreman Owner
James Bennett Owner ♦
FOR THE GENERAL PRIZES.
Owners. Ploughmen.
John Butterworth Owner
Levi Lovelock Richard Martin
Samuel Broughton Owner*
Eldad Hewett James Hailes*
John Wilson John Williams
Charles Whitbread Owner*
Gabriel Cox Jesse Grace
George Lovelock Owner
Henry Pethick Owner
Elijah Lovelock Owner
Samuel Broughton William Riseling
BOYS.
Owners. Ploughboys.
Daniel Evans William Whitbread*
Frank Culley Jolm McFarlin*
James Foreman William Binney.
The day was beautiful, and the inhabitants of Aldinga mustered strongly, including a large number of ladies. There were also present visitors from Willunga and other surrounding districts, besides some from more distant places—Mount Barker, Echunga, the Meadows, and Adelaide. Several horses which have lately been travelling in the South were also brought upon the ground for exhibition; and a monstrous gathering of boys was attracted by the promise of juvenile games—a race for a pig with a greasy tail, fowl hunts, &c. Altogether the field presented a very gay scene—it was full of life and spirit— full of merry happy faces. The ploughing on the whole was very good, though the state of the ground was such as to prevent its showing to advantage.
The ploughs started at 10 o'clock, the competitors all being present except Hailes. Foreman may be. said to to have walked over the course, as Bennett, his only opponent, very quickly abandoned his work, having found the soil too stiff for his horses. He made a splendid commencement, and it is only just to say so. Foreman's ploughing is too well known to require comment. He is undoubtedly the best workman in the colony, and he lost no credit on Tuesday. Of the competitors for the general prizes, only eight completed their work, Bailee being absent, and Riseling knocking off for the same reason as Bennett.
The prizes were awarded as follows:--
1st. £1 ts.. and the silver medal, Jesse Grace. 2nd. £3 3s., John Williams. 3rd. £22s., Henry Pethick. 4th. £1 Is., Levi Lovelock.
The Judges made no comment; but we may be allowed to say that Grace's work struck us as being very good indeed, Williams's land was well ploughed, and even, but if badly finished. Pethick's was also well ploughed, but indifferently finished.
The first boys' prize, £3, was given to William Whitbread; and the second, £2, to Jolm McFarlin. The other boy, William Binney, was obliged to give over after an hour or so, as his horses were unable to proceed. His commencement, however, was so good that the Judges recommended him for the remaining prize, £1 10s.
The prizes of £2 2s. for the best pair of horses was awarded to Duncan Stewart, for his grey horse and grey mare, which were far superior to any on the field; and the medal for the best colonial plough to James Bennett, for one manufactured by his brother, John. Bennett of Aldinga.
At the conclusion of the day's business, the company adjourned to the Aldinga Hotel, where Mr. Palmer placed before them a magnificent dinner, to which every justice was done. A new room had been erected for the occasion. It was well filled, being about 70 gentlemen present. The walls were tastefully decorated with flowers, and the whole presented a very pretty picture of a country festival.
ALDINGA ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH TUESDAY, AUGUST 5.
Judges—Messrs. Robert Burley, Meadows; Williams, Russell, Callunga; and William Shore, Willunga.
The Aldinga match of 1854 came off upon a piece of land on one of Mr. Norman's sections near the sea coast. It is a perfectly level spot, free from stumps or other obstructions, and would have been excellent for the purpose but for the long want of rain, which rendered the soil too dry and hard. The Committee, on this account, determined to dispense with the rule fixing the minimum depth and maximum breadth of furrow, so that every competitor was left to do his work in the manner most pleasing to himself The entries were made as follows on Monday evening, at Palmer's Inn ; they exhibit some improvement upon those at Willunga the week before. An asterisk (*) indicates bullock teams:--
For the champion's prize.
Owner. Ploughman.
James Foreman Owner
James Bennett Owner ♦
FOR THE GENERAL PRIZES.
Owners. Ploughmen.
John Butterworth Owner
Levi Lovelock Richard Martin
Samuel Broughton Owner*
Eldad Hewett James Hailes*
John Wilson John Williams
Charles Whitbread Owner*
Gabriel Cox Jesse Grace
George Lovelock Owner
Henry Pethick Owner
Elijah Lovelock Owner
Samuel Broughton William Riseling
BOYS.
Owners. Ploughboys.
Daniel Evans William Whitbread*
Frank Culley Jolm McFarlin*
James Foreman William Binney.
The day was beautiful, and the inhabitants of Aldinga mustered strongly, including a large number of ladies. There were also present visitors from Willunga and other surrounding districts, besides some from more distant places—Mount Barker, Echunga, the Meadows, and Adelaide. Several horses which have lately been travelling in the South were also brought upon the ground for exhibition; and a monstrous gathering of boys was attracted by the promise of juvenile games—a race for a pig with a greasy tail, fowl hunts, &c. Altogether the field presented a very gay scene—it was full of life and spirit— full of merry happy faces. The ploughing on the whole was very good, though the state of the ground was such as to prevent its showing to advantage.
The ploughs started at 10 o'clock, the competitors all being present except Hailes. Foreman may be. said to to have walked over the course, as Bennett, his only opponent, very quickly abandoned his work, having found the soil too stiff for his horses. He made a splendid commencement, and it is only just to say so. Foreman's ploughing is too well known to require comment. He is undoubtedly the best workman in the colony, and he lost no credit on Tuesday. Of the competitors for the general prizes, only eight completed their work, Bailee being absent, and Riseling knocking off for the same reason as Bennett.
The prizes were awarded as follows:--
1st. £1 ts.. and the silver medal, Jesse Grace. 2nd. £3 3s., John Williams. 3rd. £22s., Henry Pethick. 4th. £1 Is., Levi Lovelock.
The Judges made no comment; but we may be allowed to say that Grace's work struck us as being very good indeed, Williams's land was well ploughed, and even, but if badly finished. Pethick's was also well ploughed, but indifferently finished.
The first boys' prize, £3, was given to William Whitbread; and the second, £2, to Jolm McFarlin. The other boy, William Binney, was obliged to give over after an hour or so, as his horses were unable to proceed. His commencement, however, was so good that the Judges recommended him for the remaining prize, £1 10s.
The prizes of £2 2s. for the best pair of horses was awarded to Duncan Stewart, for his grey horse and grey mare, which were far superior to any on the field; and the medal for the best colonial plough to James Bennett, for one manufactured by his brother, John. Bennett of Aldinga.
At the conclusion of the day's business, the company adjourned to the Aldinga Hotel, where Mr. Palmer placed before them a magnificent dinner, to which every justice was done. A new room had been erected for the occasion. It was well filled, being about 70 gentlemen present. The walls were tastefully decorated with flowers, and the whole presented a very pretty picture of a country festival.
Adelaide Observer (SA), Saturday 16 September 1854
MOUNT BARKER AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION.—ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH. Woodside, Thurs, Sept. 1.
Judges—Messrs. George Muller, Paynehan; David Shannon, Gomeracha; and Robert Rankine, Mount Crawford.
The ground selected for the grand annnal ploughing match of the above Association was a section belonging to Mr. Joseph Alford, to the right of the road from Adelaide, and just at the entrance of the township of Woodside. It was tolerably free from stumps, but rather stony in some parts, and a little too stony to show the ploughing advantageously.
The arrangements were all that could have been desired, having been made under the active superintendence of Messrs. Delany, Inglis, Johnston, and Perkins, who, together with Mr. Kelly, had been appointed a subcommittee for the purpose. The weather was beautiful, rather a rare feature in a Mount Barker ploughing match, and the company proportionably numerous. Many ladies graced the mild by their presence.
We may here mention that the recent system of getting up private or opposition matches was strongly censure by the Committee of the Association at its meeting on the previous Monday. We subjoin the resolution, as also another which acknowledges the necessity of each portion of the district receiving its share of attention...........
The following is a list of entries, bullock teams being distinguished by an asterisk (*).
FIRST CLASS.
Owners. Ploughmen.
Champion Prize. JohnWaddell * John Waddell, jun,
SECOND CLASS.
William Inglis Owner
John Dunn and Son Alfred Champion
James Hay, Inverbrachie * Robert Hay
Francis Duffield * Henry Appleton
John Lang * Owner
Joseph Alford Michael Doyle
Walter Paterson * Alexander McDonald.
THIRD CLASS.
Boys.
Lachlan McFarlan. Thomas Williams
Walter Paterson William Paterson
Richard Perkins * Richard Perkins, jun.
J. & W. Howard Charles Howard
The rules presented no peculiar feature, unless, indeed, that the maximum breadth of the furrow was not fixed. The minimum depth was five inches. The ridges were staked out, and their breadth insisted upon.
The start was made at 10 o'clock precisely, and the gun fired for the conclusion at half-past 3. The Judges, after going carefully over the work, made their award as follows
FIRST CLASS.
Champion's Prize—£6 6s., John Waddell, jun.
SECOND CLASS.
First Prize—£5 Ss., Alfred Champion. Second Prize—£1 4s.; Michael Doyle. Third Prize—£3 3s., William Inglis
Fourth Prize—£3 2s., Alexander McDonald Fifth Prize—£1 Is., Robert Hay.
THIRD CLASS. (BOYS.) First Prize—£4 4s„ William Paterson, Second Prize—£3 3s., Richard Perkins, jun. Third Prize £2 2s., Thomas Williams, Fourth Prize—£1 Is., Charles Howard.
The prize for the best ploughman on the ground irrespective of class was adjudged to the champion prizeman, John Waddell, jun., a fair young fellow, only 18 years of age, whose ploughing was universally admired.
Dinner was served in a large room at the Woodside Inn, made by throwing three smaller apartments into one—a great improvement upon the old pavilion system. It was abundant and excellent. About 80 gentlemen were present, Mr. Alex. Lorimer, J.P., being in the chair, supported by the Rev. Mr. Macbean, Messrs. Hooper, Dawes, Johnston, &e. Mr. Francis Duffield officiated as croupier, near him were Dr. Baruh, Mr. Rankin, Mr. Muller, Mr. David Shannon, &c.
A letter was read from Mr. Baker, M.L.C. for the district, excusing his absence on account of important business in Council.................
MOUNT BARKER AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION.—ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH. Woodside, Thurs, Sept. 1.
Judges—Messrs. George Muller, Paynehan; David Shannon, Gomeracha; and Robert Rankine, Mount Crawford.
The ground selected for the grand annnal ploughing match of the above Association was a section belonging to Mr. Joseph Alford, to the right of the road from Adelaide, and just at the entrance of the township of Woodside. It was tolerably free from stumps, but rather stony in some parts, and a little too stony to show the ploughing advantageously.
The arrangements were all that could have been desired, having been made under the active superintendence of Messrs. Delany, Inglis, Johnston, and Perkins, who, together with Mr. Kelly, had been appointed a subcommittee for the purpose. The weather was beautiful, rather a rare feature in a Mount Barker ploughing match, and the company proportionably numerous. Many ladies graced the mild by their presence.
We may here mention that the recent system of getting up private or opposition matches was strongly censure by the Committee of the Association at its meeting on the previous Monday. We subjoin the resolution, as also another which acknowledges the necessity of each portion of the district receiving its share of attention...........
The following is a list of entries, bullock teams being distinguished by an asterisk (*).
FIRST CLASS.
Owners. Ploughmen.
Champion Prize. JohnWaddell * John Waddell, jun,
SECOND CLASS.
William Inglis Owner
John Dunn and Son Alfred Champion
James Hay, Inverbrachie * Robert Hay
Francis Duffield * Henry Appleton
John Lang * Owner
Joseph Alford Michael Doyle
Walter Paterson * Alexander McDonald.
THIRD CLASS.
Boys.
Lachlan McFarlan. Thomas Williams
Walter Paterson William Paterson
Richard Perkins * Richard Perkins, jun.
J. & W. Howard Charles Howard
The rules presented no peculiar feature, unless, indeed, that the maximum breadth of the furrow was not fixed. The minimum depth was five inches. The ridges were staked out, and their breadth insisted upon.
The start was made at 10 o'clock precisely, and the gun fired for the conclusion at half-past 3. The Judges, after going carefully over the work, made their award as follows
FIRST CLASS.
Champion's Prize—£6 6s., John Waddell, jun.
SECOND CLASS.
First Prize—£5 Ss., Alfred Champion. Second Prize—£1 4s.; Michael Doyle. Third Prize—£3 3s., William Inglis
Fourth Prize—£3 2s., Alexander McDonald Fifth Prize—£1 Is., Robert Hay.
THIRD CLASS. (BOYS.) First Prize—£4 4s„ William Paterson, Second Prize—£3 3s., Richard Perkins, jun. Third Prize £2 2s., Thomas Williams, Fourth Prize—£1 Is., Charles Howard.
The prize for the best ploughman on the ground irrespective of class was adjudged to the champion prizeman, John Waddell, jun., a fair young fellow, only 18 years of age, whose ploughing was universally admired.
Dinner was served in a large room at the Woodside Inn, made by throwing three smaller apartments into one—a great improvement upon the old pavilion system. It was abundant and excellent. About 80 gentlemen were present, Mr. Alex. Lorimer, J.P., being in the chair, supported by the Rev. Mr. Macbean, Messrs. Hooper, Dawes, Johnston, &e. Mr. Francis Duffield officiated as croupier, near him were Dr. Baruh, Mr. Rankin, Mr. Muller, Mr. David Shannon, &c.
A letter was read from Mr. Baker, M.L.C. for the district, excusing his absence on account of important business in Council.................
Adelaide Times (SA), Thursday 21 September 1854
EAST TORRENS PLOUGHING MATCH
Yesterday, the annual Ploughing Match of the East Torrens Agricultural and Horticultural Society took place on the Section belonging to Mrs Wylie, at Magill. The weather was splendid throughout the day, notwithstanding which, there was but a thin attendance of spectators.
At 10 o'clock, eleven competitors presented themselves as ready for the coming struggle.
The secretary, Hiram Mildred, Esq., said the rules were, that the furrows should be five inches in depth, by ten inches broad. The time allowed for ploughing the ground was five hours, competitors not completing the task within that time to he distanced. No assistance was to he given to the working out. Each competitor to plough a piece of land thirty chains long, by sixty six links wide.
No youths presented themselves to compete for the Boys' Prizes.
The names of the owners and ploughmen were as follows, those marked with an (*) asterisk having bullock teams-
* Samuel Davis Owner
— Cowan Owner
— Cornish Owner
* Wm. Mould Owner
— Kerwood T. Parham
T.P.Jones Owner
* H. Mildred Whittle
----Gardner Owner
----Purnell James Baldwin
Gilbert Fergusson Owner
"Wm. Prescott Henry Bradford.
At the request of Mr Prescott, his name was withdrawn as a competitor for a prize.
We were much pleased with the style in which Mr Jones performed his work. His plough was admired from its improved construction. Several agricultural gentlemen who were present gave orders to the importer, Mr Addis, of the Port road, for ploughs of a similar description. Messrs J. and T. Howard of Bedford are the makers, and have succeeded for nine successive years in gaining a prize for their plough at the annual exhibition of the Royal Agricultural Society of England. We were assured by Mr Jones that he had ploughed upwards of 100 acres of land with his plough, at an expense for wear and tear of only 8s for four new points.
The judges were Mr Goode, of Walkerville ; Mr. Martin, of Unley ; and Mr Innis, of Gawler Plains.
In the evening a very numerous and highly respectable company sat down to the goodly fare provided by mine host Munro, of the East Torrens Hotel. H. Mildred, Esq., in the chair, supported on his right by John Baker, Esq., M.L.C. ; and on his left by Chas. Fenn, Esq., the member for the district. Jefferson Stow, Esq., occupied the vice-chair, supported on his left by Wm. Preseott, Esq , and on his right by James White, Esq.......................... The report of the Committee containing the award of the Judges as follows :--
1st prize, Gilbert Fergusson.... £5 5 0
2nd prize. William Cornish £4 4 0
3rd do. John Gardner £3 3 0
4th do. Samuel Davis £2 2 0
5fh do. John Whittle £1 1 0
The first prize would have been awarded to Mr Cowan, had he not been distanced by a few seconds, so that it fell to Mr Fergusson, notwithstanding which the Committee awarded Mr Cowan a special prize of £3 3s, his being the best ploughing belonging to the district. The Judges had much pleasure in recommending Mr T. P. Jones, of the Port Road, as the best ploughman in the field; but in consequence of his being out of the district, the Committee awarded him a special prize of £3 3s. They also awarded James Baldwin, of York, of the Port Road, a special prize of £1 Is, he also being out of the district.
EAST TORRENS PLOUGHING MATCH
Yesterday, the annual Ploughing Match of the East Torrens Agricultural and Horticultural Society took place on the Section belonging to Mrs Wylie, at Magill. The weather was splendid throughout the day, notwithstanding which, there was but a thin attendance of spectators.
At 10 o'clock, eleven competitors presented themselves as ready for the coming struggle.
The secretary, Hiram Mildred, Esq., said the rules were, that the furrows should be five inches in depth, by ten inches broad. The time allowed for ploughing the ground was five hours, competitors not completing the task within that time to he distanced. No assistance was to he given to the working out. Each competitor to plough a piece of land thirty chains long, by sixty six links wide.
No youths presented themselves to compete for the Boys' Prizes.
The names of the owners and ploughmen were as follows, those marked with an (*) asterisk having bullock teams-
* Samuel Davis Owner
— Cowan Owner
— Cornish Owner
* Wm. Mould Owner
— Kerwood T. Parham
T.P.Jones Owner
* H. Mildred Whittle
----Gardner Owner
----Purnell James Baldwin
Gilbert Fergusson Owner
"Wm. Prescott Henry Bradford.
At the request of Mr Prescott, his name was withdrawn as a competitor for a prize.
We were much pleased with the style in which Mr Jones performed his work. His plough was admired from its improved construction. Several agricultural gentlemen who were present gave orders to the importer, Mr Addis, of the Port road, for ploughs of a similar description. Messrs J. and T. Howard of Bedford are the makers, and have succeeded for nine successive years in gaining a prize for their plough at the annual exhibition of the Royal Agricultural Society of England. We were assured by Mr Jones that he had ploughed upwards of 100 acres of land with his plough, at an expense for wear and tear of only 8s for four new points.
The judges were Mr Goode, of Walkerville ; Mr. Martin, of Unley ; and Mr Innis, of Gawler Plains.
In the evening a very numerous and highly respectable company sat down to the goodly fare provided by mine host Munro, of the East Torrens Hotel. H. Mildred, Esq., in the chair, supported on his right by John Baker, Esq., M.L.C. ; and on his left by Chas. Fenn, Esq., the member for the district. Jefferson Stow, Esq., occupied the vice-chair, supported on his left by Wm. Preseott, Esq , and on his right by James White, Esq.......................... The report of the Committee containing the award of the Judges as follows :--
1st prize, Gilbert Fergusson.... £5 5 0
2nd prize. William Cornish £4 4 0
3rd do. John Gardner £3 3 0
4th do. Samuel Davis £2 2 0
5fh do. John Whittle £1 1 0
The first prize would have been awarded to Mr Cowan, had he not been distanced by a few seconds, so that it fell to Mr Fergusson, notwithstanding which the Committee awarded Mr Cowan a special prize of £3 3s, his being the best ploughing belonging to the district. The Judges had much pleasure in recommending Mr T. P. Jones, of the Port Road, as the best ploughman in the field; but in consequence of his being out of the district, the Committee awarded him a special prize of £3 3s. They also awarded James Baldwin, of York, of the Port Road, a special prize of £1 Is, he also being out of the district.
Adelaide Observer (SA : 1843 - 1904), Saturday 23 September 1854
BUGLE RANGES PLOUGHING MATCH
We have received from our correspondent at Macclesfield the following account of the Ploughing Match at the -Bugle Ranges, on the 14th instant:-
Judges—Messrs. Donoghue, Blakiston, William Hall, Bull's Creek and Thomas Garnell, Long Valley.
The morning-was; fine,but there were some smart showers about the-middle of the day. This, however, did hot prevent a goodly throng of "gay lads and bonnie lassies" from coming to the field and enlivening the scene with their presence. The ground-selected for the match was part of a section belonging to Mr. Henry Cumins, and was very well adapted, for the purpose. The quantity of land measured for each man was half an acre, to be ploughed in two half lands and a ridge. There were five prizes offered, and nine entries made. The following is a list of the competitors, with the numbers drawn by each. Bullock-teams are distinguished by an asterisk (*)
MEN'S PRIZE
Owner, Ploughman.
1. J. Waters ... ... *Owner
2. James Linn... .. . Owner
3. J, Anderson....... .... *Owner
4 Mr. J. Frame...... ..... *Thos. Hamlin
5. E. Matthew Linn..... . Owner
6. William Hall .., ... W. Bain
7. John Waddell •Jno.Waddell jun.
6. W. Pattison ... ... Owner
BOYS' PRIZE.
9, Thomas Yates.. *Thos. Yates, jun.
The ploughing commenced at half-past 10 o'clock, and the-gun was fired for the conclusion at half-past 4, at which time all were finished. The Judges, after carefully and deliberately going over the work, announced the following as their decision:--
MENS.
First Prize, £6, John Waddell, jun. Second Prize, £4 10s, Matthew Linn. Third Prize, £3, James Linn.
Fourth Prize, £1 10s, Thomas Hamlin.
BOYS.
First Prize, £4 10s, Thomas Yates, jun. There was no other competitor in this class.
The following are the Judges' remarks:--
1st Prize—Best Crown. The last green furrow too thin and too broad.
2nd Prize—Crown too confined. Finished too heavy and flanking.
3rd Prize—Crown contracted. Too widely finished. 4th Prize—Too slackly ploughed.
Boys' Prize—Rather : too flat, but -very good for a boy. Taken altogether, the best piece of ploughing the Judges had seen in the colony..
The first and fourth prizes were taken with Scotch ploughs, and the rest with ploughs made by Mr. M. Linn, and finished by Mr. S. Robinson.
At 6 o'clock, about 60 persons sat down to an elegant and abundant repast, provided at-the Bugle Inn by Mr. B. Sleep, who appeared to have spared neither expense nor trouble in catering for the requirements of his guests.
The chair was taken by Mr. B. Grey, supported by Messrs. Donoghue, Hooper, Saltmarsh, Cuming, &c. Mr. John Gloag officiated, as Vice-Chairman, supported by Messrs. H. Linn (Chairman of the Council), Gamell, Lewis, Robinson, &c. On the removal of the cloth,-the Chairman gave "The Queen; and may Peace soon be restored to Europe...........
Some excellent songs were interspersed among the toasts during the evening, which was spent very agreeably and harmoniously.
BUGLE RANGES PLOUGHING MATCH
We have received from our correspondent at Macclesfield the following account of the Ploughing Match at the -Bugle Ranges, on the 14th instant:-
Judges—Messrs. Donoghue, Blakiston, William Hall, Bull's Creek and Thomas Garnell, Long Valley.
The morning-was; fine,but there were some smart showers about the-middle of the day. This, however, did hot prevent a goodly throng of "gay lads and bonnie lassies" from coming to the field and enlivening the scene with their presence. The ground-selected for the match was part of a section belonging to Mr. Henry Cumins, and was very well adapted, for the purpose. The quantity of land measured for each man was half an acre, to be ploughed in two half lands and a ridge. There were five prizes offered, and nine entries made. The following is a list of the competitors, with the numbers drawn by each. Bullock-teams are distinguished by an asterisk (*)
MEN'S PRIZE
Owner, Ploughman.
1. J. Waters ... ... *Owner
2. James Linn... .. . Owner
3. J, Anderson....... .... *Owner
4 Mr. J. Frame...... ..... *Thos. Hamlin
5. E. Matthew Linn..... . Owner
6. William Hall .., ... W. Bain
7. John Waddell •Jno.Waddell jun.
6. W. Pattison ... ... Owner
BOYS' PRIZE.
9, Thomas Yates.. *Thos. Yates, jun.
The ploughing commenced at half-past 10 o'clock, and the-gun was fired for the conclusion at half-past 4, at which time all were finished. The Judges, after carefully and deliberately going over the work, announced the following as their decision:--
MENS.
First Prize, £6, John Waddell, jun. Second Prize, £4 10s, Matthew Linn. Third Prize, £3, James Linn.
Fourth Prize, £1 10s, Thomas Hamlin.
BOYS.
First Prize, £4 10s, Thomas Yates, jun. There was no other competitor in this class.
The following are the Judges' remarks:--
1st Prize—Best Crown. The last green furrow too thin and too broad.
2nd Prize—Crown too confined. Finished too heavy and flanking.
3rd Prize—Crown contracted. Too widely finished. 4th Prize—Too slackly ploughed.
Boys' Prize—Rather : too flat, but -very good for a boy. Taken altogether, the best piece of ploughing the Judges had seen in the colony..
The first and fourth prizes were taken with Scotch ploughs, and the rest with ploughs made by Mr. M. Linn, and finished by Mr. S. Robinson.
At 6 o'clock, about 60 persons sat down to an elegant and abundant repast, provided at-the Bugle Inn by Mr. B. Sleep, who appeared to have spared neither expense nor trouble in catering for the requirements of his guests.
The chair was taken by Mr. B. Grey, supported by Messrs. Donoghue, Hooper, Saltmarsh, Cuming, &c. Mr. John Gloag officiated, as Vice-Chairman, supported by Messrs. H. Linn (Chairman of the Council), Gamell, Lewis, Robinson, &c. On the removal of the cloth,-the Chairman gave "The Queen; and may Peace soon be restored to Europe...........
Some excellent songs were interspersed among the toasts during the evening, which was spent very agreeably and harmoniously.
Adelaide Times (SA : 1848 - 1858), Thursday 5 October 1854
MACCLESFIELD PLOUGHING MATCH.
The ploughing match, appointed to take place in the above thriving township, came off with great eclat on Tuesday last, on Mr John Saby's section, No. 2790. There was a goodly muster of the farmers and residents in the vicinity ; much interest being manifested in the result of the match, which commenced at the hour of 10 precisely. The ground was plentifully supplied with timber and stones, but we were informed it was the most suitable piece of land the Committee could get permission to plough, as many of the landholders had an objection to admitting a numerous public assemblage on their fertile sections. The Judges appointed to decide the merits of each individual's ploughing were, Mr Robert Hurley, of the Meadows, Mr Thomas Gamin ell, of Long Gully, arid Mr Alexander Stark, of Strathalbyn.
The rules were that each ploughman should plough half an acre, to be completed within five hours and a-haif. The ground allotted to each man was subdivided into one crown land and two half lands. The furrows were to be not less than five and a-half inches in depth. In other respects, in order to avoid disputes, the Judges were to decide according to the merit of the work. In giving their decision the Judges were of opinion that the ploughing of Matthew Linn was the best in the field, at the same time they could not do otherwise than commend the style which distinguished the work of the other ploughmen, they being all young lads engaged in the friendly strife. The wet weather of Monday proved to be of great service, as it very much softened the ground selected for the scene of operations.
Eight competitors, viz. five men and three boys, entered the arena, each of whom obtained a prize. The names of the parties, and the amounts of their respective prizes are given as follows :--
MEN - CHAMPION PRIZE. Matthew Linn £6 6 0
James, Linn—1st prize £5 5 0, William Pendall, 2nd prize £4 4 0 Daniel Shaw,
3d prize £3 3 0 James Nicholis, 4th prize £2 2 0
BOYS.
Thomas Yates, 1st prize £4 4 0 William Waters, 2nd prize £3 3 0 James Paris, 3rd prize £2 2 0
MACCLESFIELD PLOUGHING MATCH.
The ploughing match, appointed to take place in the above thriving township, came off with great eclat on Tuesday last, on Mr John Saby's section, No. 2790. There was a goodly muster of the farmers and residents in the vicinity ; much interest being manifested in the result of the match, which commenced at the hour of 10 precisely. The ground was plentifully supplied with timber and stones, but we were informed it was the most suitable piece of land the Committee could get permission to plough, as many of the landholders had an objection to admitting a numerous public assemblage on their fertile sections. The Judges appointed to decide the merits of each individual's ploughing were, Mr Robert Hurley, of the Meadows, Mr Thomas Gamin ell, of Long Gully, arid Mr Alexander Stark, of Strathalbyn.
The rules were that each ploughman should plough half an acre, to be completed within five hours and a-haif. The ground allotted to each man was subdivided into one crown land and two half lands. The furrows were to be not less than five and a-half inches in depth. In other respects, in order to avoid disputes, the Judges were to decide according to the merit of the work. In giving their decision the Judges were of opinion that the ploughing of Matthew Linn was the best in the field, at the same time they could not do otherwise than commend the style which distinguished the work of the other ploughmen, they being all young lads engaged in the friendly strife. The wet weather of Monday proved to be of great service, as it very much softened the ground selected for the scene of operations.
Eight competitors, viz. five men and three boys, entered the arena, each of whom obtained a prize. The names of the parties, and the amounts of their respective prizes are given as follows :--
MEN - CHAMPION PRIZE. Matthew Linn £6 6 0
James, Linn—1st prize £5 5 0, William Pendall, 2nd prize £4 4 0 Daniel Shaw,
3d prize £3 3 0 James Nicholis, 4th prize £2 2 0
BOYS.
Thomas Yates, 1st prize £4 4 0 William Waters, 2nd prize £3 3 0 James Paris, 3rd prize £2 2 0
Adelaide Observer (SA), Saturday 14 October 1854
BLAKISTON ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH.
Judges—Mr. J. Tallant Bee, of Byethorn farm, Nairne ; Mr. John Frame, Mr. John Follett, and Mr. Thomas Lambert, all of Mount Barker.
This event came off on Tuesday last on a plot of land, part of Mr. Donoghue's section, near the Dublin Castle Inn. The ground chosen was admirably adapted for the purpose, being free from stone and wood. The day was fine, but the land was too dry to enable the ploughmen to make such good work as they might otherwise have done.
The list of prizes was as follows:--
MEN.
1st prize £5 5
2nd prize £4 4
3rd prize £3 3
4th prize £2 2
BOYS.
1st prize £3 3
2nd prize £2 2
3rd prize £1 1
The conditions to be observed with respect to the depth and width of the furrows, &c., were the same as those agreed to by the Mount Barker Agricultural Association. It was also arranged, 1st, that three guineas should be awarded to the best ploughman on the field, who had never won a public prize; 2nd, that unless six ploughs started for the men's prizes, three prizes only should be awarded; 3rd, four ploughs to start for the boys' prizes, or two prizes only to be awarded; 4th, an extra guinea to be awarded to the best ploughman on the field, irrespective of class.
The entries were as follow:--
MEN.
PLOUGHMEN. OWNERS.
Alfred Champion J. Dunn and Son.
Robert Hay Self*
John Waddell, jun. John Waddell, sen.*
BOYS.
Richard Perkins, jun. Richard Perkins, sen.*
Bullock teams are indicated by an asterisk (*).
The Judges reported respecting the ploughing of Mr. Alfred Champion, that the land was well closed, well formed, well finished, and had all the properties of good ploughing they therefore awarded him the first prize, and an extra guinea. The second prize was awarded to Mr. John Waddell. The Judges remarked respecting his work, that they considered it not so well closed as that done by Mr. Champion. The ridge was considered by them as well formed, though not well finished. The crown was good, and the ploughing straight. The ploughing of the third competitor was pronounced as very indifferently performed, and they consequently did not recommend him as entitled to a prize. The ploughing of the only boy who appeared as a competitor, was reported as "very well done for a boy," and the first boy's prize was consequently awarded to him.
BLAKISTON ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH.
Judges—Mr. J. Tallant Bee, of Byethorn farm, Nairne ; Mr. John Frame, Mr. John Follett, and Mr. Thomas Lambert, all of Mount Barker.
This event came off on Tuesday last on a plot of land, part of Mr. Donoghue's section, near the Dublin Castle Inn. The ground chosen was admirably adapted for the purpose, being free from stone and wood. The day was fine, but the land was too dry to enable the ploughmen to make such good work as they might otherwise have done.
The list of prizes was as follows:--
MEN.
1st prize £5 5
2nd prize £4 4
3rd prize £3 3
4th prize £2 2
BOYS.
1st prize £3 3
2nd prize £2 2
3rd prize £1 1
The conditions to be observed with respect to the depth and width of the furrows, &c., were the same as those agreed to by the Mount Barker Agricultural Association. It was also arranged, 1st, that three guineas should be awarded to the best ploughman on the field, who had never won a public prize; 2nd, that unless six ploughs started for the men's prizes, three prizes only should be awarded; 3rd, four ploughs to start for the boys' prizes, or two prizes only to be awarded; 4th, an extra guinea to be awarded to the best ploughman on the field, irrespective of class.
The entries were as follow:--
MEN.
PLOUGHMEN. OWNERS.
Alfred Champion J. Dunn and Son.
Robert Hay Self*
John Waddell, jun. John Waddell, sen.*
BOYS.
Richard Perkins, jun. Richard Perkins, sen.*
Bullock teams are indicated by an asterisk (*).
The Judges reported respecting the ploughing of Mr. Alfred Champion, that the land was well closed, well formed, well finished, and had all the properties of good ploughing they therefore awarded him the first prize, and an extra guinea. The second prize was awarded to Mr. John Waddell. The Judges remarked respecting his work, that they considered it not so well closed as that done by Mr. Champion. The ridge was considered by them as well formed, though not well finished. The crown was good, and the ploughing straight. The ploughing of the third competitor was pronounced as very indifferently performed, and they consequently did not recommend him as entitled to a prize. The ploughing of the only boy who appeared as a competitor, was reported as "very well done for a boy," and the first boy's prize was consequently awarded to him.
1855
Adelaide Times (SA), Thursday 2 August 1855
WILLUNGA PLOUGHING MATCH.
The eighth annual ploughing match came off on Tuesday, on a section of land belonging to Mr Williams, at Willunga. The day turned out exceedingly fine, and a large concourse of spectators from the surrounding districts had the good fortune to see some of the best ploughing ever done in the colony. The entries for the following prizes were made on the previous evening, viz., for champion, 1st prize, value £8 8s. : second ditto, £5 5s. Four competitors, viz., James Foreman, P. Seamen, and Messrs Grundy and Shore. The prizes offered for general ploughing were—1st prize, a silver medal and £8 8s. ; 2nd ditto, £6 6s. ; 3rd ditto, £4 4s. ; 4th ditto, £3 3s. And for boys under 18 years of age the first prize offered was £4 4s. ; 2nd ditto, £3 3s. ; 3rd ditto, £2 2s. Also for the best plough in the field, £2 2s. ; for the best team of horses, £3 3s.; making a sum total of £50 odd, besides the medal.
The following were the entries for the general ploughing—J. McQuarrv, J. McLelian, J. Jones, T. Jones, N. Cliff, W. Butterworfh, J. Lovelock, Robinson, Osmond, Anderson, H. Pethwick, S Millar, R. Hocking, and Wainman—14 in all. The boys' prizes were contested for by — Marshall, W. H. Binney, C, Loud, J. Allen, jun., F. McCrae, and L. Stephens. The Judges were, Messrs John Adams, Willunga ; Robert Burley, Meadows ; and Robert Smith, O'Halloran Hill. After proceeding to the ground, when the ploughing was finished, and as soon as the whole had been carefully inspected, the following prizes were awarded :--
Champion's, 1st prize, Jas. Foreman ; 2nd ditto, P. Seaman.
For general ploughing, 1st prize, Samuel Millar, together with a silver medal, which entitled him to compete for the Champion prize in future; 2nd prize, R. Hockney; 3rd ditto, H. Pethwick ; 4th ditto, to Nicholas Cliff.
The boys prizes were awarded to, 1st, W. H. Binney; 2nd, Jas. Allen, jun.; 3rd, F. McCrae.
The prize for the best plough was given to James Foreman; and for the best horse team to James Anderson. Owing to the very excellent character of the boys' ploughing, it was determined to award to each who had not won a prize the sum of 10s., as an encouragement to take the like pains in future.
There were no fewer than 24 competitors for the various prizes, being the largest number ever known. At half-past 6 o'clock in the evening a large party sat down to an excellent dinner at the Hush Inn. It was provided in excellent taste and abundance by Mr and Mrs Rowlands, and the great number of visitors from a distance rendered it necessary to have dinner served in two rooms adjoining. The duties of Chairman were ably performed by Mr Kell; Mr Loud acted as croupier. The usual loyal and patriotic toasts having been duly honoured,
The Chairman read the Judge's report, and the prizes were paid over by Mr W. Atkinson, the Treasurer ; the Chairman addressing to each competitor some encouraging and appropriate observations.
The Chairman', in proposing " The Health of the Judges," remarked that as much of the utility of such
societies must depend upon the independence, honesty-, and competency* of the Judges, whose health he was about to propose, he was sure the gentlemen who had been on the ground that day were such persons. They were old and successful ploughmen. The toast was drunk with cheers. Mr Burlky returned thanks.
He congratulated them that they had the largest number of competitors for their prizes ever known in the colony. The Judges were agreed that day that the land ploughed by them exhibited straightness, depth, and quality in an eminent degree. He took particular notice of the manner in which the ground was turned, and which was accomplished by the two-wheeled ploughs, two of which were on the ground. He had looked carefully at the ridges, and found they were so close that scarcely a grain of wheat would be lost, which was a material consideration now that wheat was worth 20s. a bushel. The ploughing of the boys was more creditable to them than that of the men. (Hear)........
WILLUNGA PLOUGHING MATCH.
The eighth annual ploughing match came off on Tuesday, on a section of land belonging to Mr Williams, at Willunga. The day turned out exceedingly fine, and a large concourse of spectators from the surrounding districts had the good fortune to see some of the best ploughing ever done in the colony. The entries for the following prizes were made on the previous evening, viz., for champion, 1st prize, value £8 8s. : second ditto, £5 5s. Four competitors, viz., James Foreman, P. Seamen, and Messrs Grundy and Shore. The prizes offered for general ploughing were—1st prize, a silver medal and £8 8s. ; 2nd ditto, £6 6s. ; 3rd ditto, £4 4s. ; 4th ditto, £3 3s. And for boys under 18 years of age the first prize offered was £4 4s. ; 2nd ditto, £3 3s. ; 3rd ditto, £2 2s. Also for the best plough in the field, £2 2s. ; for the best team of horses, £3 3s.; making a sum total of £50 odd, besides the medal.
The following were the entries for the general ploughing—J. McQuarrv, J. McLelian, J. Jones, T. Jones, N. Cliff, W. Butterworfh, J. Lovelock, Robinson, Osmond, Anderson, H. Pethwick, S Millar, R. Hocking, and Wainman—14 in all. The boys' prizes were contested for by — Marshall, W. H. Binney, C, Loud, J. Allen, jun., F. McCrae, and L. Stephens. The Judges were, Messrs John Adams, Willunga ; Robert Burley, Meadows ; and Robert Smith, O'Halloran Hill. After proceeding to the ground, when the ploughing was finished, and as soon as the whole had been carefully inspected, the following prizes were awarded :--
Champion's, 1st prize, Jas. Foreman ; 2nd ditto, P. Seaman.
For general ploughing, 1st prize, Samuel Millar, together with a silver medal, which entitled him to compete for the Champion prize in future; 2nd prize, R. Hockney; 3rd ditto, H. Pethwick ; 4th ditto, to Nicholas Cliff.
The boys prizes were awarded to, 1st, W. H. Binney; 2nd, Jas. Allen, jun.; 3rd, F. McCrae.
The prize for the best plough was given to James Foreman; and for the best horse team to James Anderson. Owing to the very excellent character of the boys' ploughing, it was determined to award to each who had not won a prize the sum of 10s., as an encouragement to take the like pains in future.
There were no fewer than 24 competitors for the various prizes, being the largest number ever known. At half-past 6 o'clock in the evening a large party sat down to an excellent dinner at the Hush Inn. It was provided in excellent taste and abundance by Mr and Mrs Rowlands, and the great number of visitors from a distance rendered it necessary to have dinner served in two rooms adjoining. The duties of Chairman were ably performed by Mr Kell; Mr Loud acted as croupier. The usual loyal and patriotic toasts having been duly honoured,
The Chairman read the Judge's report, and the prizes were paid over by Mr W. Atkinson, the Treasurer ; the Chairman addressing to each competitor some encouraging and appropriate observations.
The Chairman', in proposing " The Health of the Judges," remarked that as much of the utility of such
societies must depend upon the independence, honesty-, and competency* of the Judges, whose health he was about to propose, he was sure the gentlemen who had been on the ground that day were such persons. They were old and successful ploughmen. The toast was drunk with cheers. Mr Burlky returned thanks.
He congratulated them that they had the largest number of competitors for their prizes ever known in the colony. The Judges were agreed that day that the land ploughed by them exhibited straightness, depth, and quality in an eminent degree. He took particular notice of the manner in which the ground was turned, and which was accomplished by the two-wheeled ploughs, two of which were on the ground. He had looked carefully at the ridges, and found they were so close that scarcely a grain of wheat would be lost, which was a material consideration now that wheat was worth 20s. a bushel. The ploughing of the boys was more creditable to them than that of the men. (Hear)........
Adelaide Observer (SA), Saturday 4 August 1855
ENCOUNTER BAY PLOUGHING MATCH. Wednesday, July 25.
Judges—Messrs. Mayfield, Thring, and Nouton.
The first ploughing match which has taken place in the district came off upon a section belonging to Mr. Jarga? immediately behind and to the west off Rosetta Head, situated about a mile and a half from the Independent Chapel, and seven miles from Port Elliot. The ground was well chosen and quite free from any obstruction. The
attendance was not quite so good as many expected, the heavy rains of the preceding Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday having very much swollen the Inman and Hindmarsh Rivers, thereby cutting off a large portion of the settlers from the seen of operations. This is certainly to be regretted, as many enterprising farmers occupy the valleys through which these rivers take their course, and who withal had been important subscribers to promote the agricultural fetes of the day. Happily the weather was exceedingly favourable; the sun shone brightly during the six hours the ploughs were at work. Towards the afternoon, however, and as the workmen were retiring, slight showers began to descend, and the company, which included many equestrians from the surrounding districts, began to disperse; a few to the quiet solitudes of their rural homes, while the greater portion adjourned to the Fountain Inn, where preparations were in progress for a sumptuous dinner.
Among the connoisseurs on the field, who might be seen in groups in all directions discussing the merits of the respective ploughmen, besides casual spectators, who graced the field by their presence, and imported additional animation to the pastime, were not a few ladies, among whom we observed Mrs. Nation, Mrs. Field, and the younger members of Mr. Newland's family. Among the gentlemen were- the Mr. Mr. Newland, Mr. Watts Newland, Captain Prosser, Mr. Thomas Hull, Mr. Smith from Port Eliot, &c.
The following is the advertised list of prizes and conditions:--
1st. A prize of £5 to the best, £4 to the second, and £3 to the third best plougher with bullocks and swing plough. 2nd £5 to the best, £4 to the second, and £3 to the third best plougher with bullocks and wheel plough.
3rd. £5 to the best, and £4 to the second best plougher with horses and plough of any description.
4th. £3 3s. to the best, and £2 2s. to the second best plougher with bullocks- Boys under 16 years.
A prize will be awarded to the owner of the best colonial-made iron plough, and a prize to the owner of the best colonial-made wooden plough on the ground, if the funds will admit. Each competitor for each prize will have to plough half-an-acre of land, in one whole and two half-lands, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. The Judges will not appear on the ground until the matches are over and the ploughs removed. The ground will be selected by the Committee, measured in lots, and numbered. The ground will be taken by lot; the lots drawn for on the ground at half-past 8 am the morning of the 25th. The owners of swing ploughs to have the first chance.
Each furrow to be ploughed 9 inches wide and 4 inches deep. A written notice, containing the name of the owner of each plough, description of plough, whether cattle or horses, and the number of the prize for which he intends to compete, together with the entrance fee, to be delivered to the Secretary before 9 p.m. of the 21th.
The entrance fee for each plough will be 10s. 6d., except the boys, which will be 5s.; and no person will be allowed to enter a plough unless he is a subscriber to the fuuds to the amount of 10s. 6d.
At 9 o'clock, the competitors drew lots for the ground, and the ploughs went to work in right earnest. We subjoin the entries:--
HORSE TEAMS.
No. Owners. Ploughmen.
1. Robert Higgins James Alford, wheel plough
2. Isaac Peacock Owner, swing plough,
BULLOCK TEAMS.
3. George South. Owner.
4. Mark Last. Owner.
8. John Gangell, Owner.
9. Ralph Wardle. Owner.
10. Thomas Clark. Owner.
BOYS.
5. John Cakehead. John Cakehead.
6. Joseph Bradbury. Henry Bachus.
The ploughing altogether seemed to us very good indeed, particularly the work done by the boys, who, notwithstanding their extreme youth, executed their portion of the work in good style, certainly bidding fair in due time to excel in the primitive act. He was sorry to observe, however, some misunderstanding among the Committee as to the prizes to be awarded to the competitors with the swing and wheel ploughs. For example, the best prize was given to the man who had gained the prize No. 2, and no small amount of murmuring was heard during the course of the evening's entertainment, by Alford demanding the recognition of his services, as determined by the Judges, in an additional 20s. to the £4 received. Upon the promise of the Committee.
Upon the promise of the Committee however, the matter was held in abeyance daring the remainder of the day, and the arrangements proceeded in other respects favourably. We subjoin the Judges' report:--
HORSE TEAMS.
No. Plonghmen. Prizes.
1. James AJlord £4.0.0
2. Isaac Peacock ... ... £5.0.0
BULLOCK TEAMS.
10. Thomas Clark £5.0.0
8. John Gargell £4.0.0
9. Ralph Wardle £3.0.0
4. Mark Last £2.10.0
3. George South £2.0.0
6. Henry Bachus £3.3.0
5. John Cakehead .. £2.2.0
The Judges regret there was not more competition, but reckon the work upon the whole very good.
Thomas Mayfield. Wm. Thring. Thos. Nouton.
At 6 o'clock the company, numbering upwards of fifty, sat down to an excellent dinner prepared by Mr. and Mrs. Robinson, of the Fountain Inn. The large room having been lately renovated and handsomely litted up is capable of accommodating a much larger assembly Mr. Newland presided, and Dr. Mclntyre acted-as Croupier. Around the Chairman were Messrs. Bottomley, Mayfield, Grimble, &c., &c., and among the strangers from a distance we observed on the left of the croupier, Mr. Harriot, jun from Noarlunga. After justice had been done to the good things provided for the sustenance of the body, the appetites of the greater portion of the guests being considerably sharpened by a lengthened fast.
The Chairman proposed the usual loyal toasts, which were responded to in good earnest by this portion of Her Majesty's subjects, so far removed from the sceptre by which they are governed. He then read a note from Mr. Schuyler, one of the Committee, apologising for his absence in consequence of a severe illness, which prevented his leaving his room. The report of the Judges was then, read aloud, and the prizes were handed over to the winners.........The toast was suitably acknowledged, and the company broke up at about 10 o'clock.
ENCOUNTER BAY PLOUGHING MATCH. Wednesday, July 25.
Judges—Messrs. Mayfield, Thring, and Nouton.
The first ploughing match which has taken place in the district came off upon a section belonging to Mr. Jarga? immediately behind and to the west off Rosetta Head, situated about a mile and a half from the Independent Chapel, and seven miles from Port Elliot. The ground was well chosen and quite free from any obstruction. The
attendance was not quite so good as many expected, the heavy rains of the preceding Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday having very much swollen the Inman and Hindmarsh Rivers, thereby cutting off a large portion of the settlers from the seen of operations. This is certainly to be regretted, as many enterprising farmers occupy the valleys through which these rivers take their course, and who withal had been important subscribers to promote the agricultural fetes of the day. Happily the weather was exceedingly favourable; the sun shone brightly during the six hours the ploughs were at work. Towards the afternoon, however, and as the workmen were retiring, slight showers began to descend, and the company, which included many equestrians from the surrounding districts, began to disperse; a few to the quiet solitudes of their rural homes, while the greater portion adjourned to the Fountain Inn, where preparations were in progress for a sumptuous dinner.
Among the connoisseurs on the field, who might be seen in groups in all directions discussing the merits of the respective ploughmen, besides casual spectators, who graced the field by their presence, and imported additional animation to the pastime, were not a few ladies, among whom we observed Mrs. Nation, Mrs. Field, and the younger members of Mr. Newland's family. Among the gentlemen were- the Mr. Mr. Newland, Mr. Watts Newland, Captain Prosser, Mr. Thomas Hull, Mr. Smith from Port Eliot, &c.
The following is the advertised list of prizes and conditions:--
1st. A prize of £5 to the best, £4 to the second, and £3 to the third best plougher with bullocks and swing plough. 2nd £5 to the best, £4 to the second, and £3 to the third best plougher with bullocks and wheel plough.
3rd. £5 to the best, and £4 to the second best plougher with horses and plough of any description.
4th. £3 3s. to the best, and £2 2s. to the second best plougher with bullocks- Boys under 16 years.
A prize will be awarded to the owner of the best colonial-made iron plough, and a prize to the owner of the best colonial-made wooden plough on the ground, if the funds will admit. Each competitor for each prize will have to plough half-an-acre of land, in one whole and two half-lands, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. The Judges will not appear on the ground until the matches are over and the ploughs removed. The ground will be selected by the Committee, measured in lots, and numbered. The ground will be taken by lot; the lots drawn for on the ground at half-past 8 am the morning of the 25th. The owners of swing ploughs to have the first chance.
Each furrow to be ploughed 9 inches wide and 4 inches deep. A written notice, containing the name of the owner of each plough, description of plough, whether cattle or horses, and the number of the prize for which he intends to compete, together with the entrance fee, to be delivered to the Secretary before 9 p.m. of the 21th.
The entrance fee for each plough will be 10s. 6d., except the boys, which will be 5s.; and no person will be allowed to enter a plough unless he is a subscriber to the fuuds to the amount of 10s. 6d.
At 9 o'clock, the competitors drew lots for the ground, and the ploughs went to work in right earnest. We subjoin the entries:--
HORSE TEAMS.
No. Owners. Ploughmen.
1. Robert Higgins James Alford, wheel plough
2. Isaac Peacock Owner, swing plough,
BULLOCK TEAMS.
3. George South. Owner.
4. Mark Last. Owner.
8. John Gangell, Owner.
9. Ralph Wardle. Owner.
10. Thomas Clark. Owner.
BOYS.
5. John Cakehead. John Cakehead.
6. Joseph Bradbury. Henry Bachus.
The ploughing altogether seemed to us very good indeed, particularly the work done by the boys, who, notwithstanding their extreme youth, executed their portion of the work in good style, certainly bidding fair in due time to excel in the primitive act. He was sorry to observe, however, some misunderstanding among the Committee as to the prizes to be awarded to the competitors with the swing and wheel ploughs. For example, the best prize was given to the man who had gained the prize No. 2, and no small amount of murmuring was heard during the course of the evening's entertainment, by Alford demanding the recognition of his services, as determined by the Judges, in an additional 20s. to the £4 received. Upon the promise of the Committee.
Upon the promise of the Committee however, the matter was held in abeyance daring the remainder of the day, and the arrangements proceeded in other respects favourably. We subjoin the Judges' report:--
HORSE TEAMS.
No. Plonghmen. Prizes.
1. James AJlord £4.0.0
2. Isaac Peacock ... ... £5.0.0
BULLOCK TEAMS.
10. Thomas Clark £5.0.0
8. John Gargell £4.0.0
9. Ralph Wardle £3.0.0
4. Mark Last £2.10.0
3. George South £2.0.0
6. Henry Bachus £3.3.0
5. John Cakehead .. £2.2.0
The Judges regret there was not more competition, but reckon the work upon the whole very good.
Thomas Mayfield. Wm. Thring. Thos. Nouton.
At 6 o'clock the company, numbering upwards of fifty, sat down to an excellent dinner prepared by Mr. and Mrs. Robinson, of the Fountain Inn. The large room having been lately renovated and handsomely litted up is capable of accommodating a much larger assembly Mr. Newland presided, and Dr. Mclntyre acted-as Croupier. Around the Chairman were Messrs. Bottomley, Mayfield, Grimble, &c., &c., and among the strangers from a distance we observed on the left of the croupier, Mr. Harriot, jun from Noarlunga. After justice had been done to the good things provided for the sustenance of the body, the appetites of the greater portion of the guests being considerably sharpened by a lengthened fast.
The Chairman proposed the usual loyal toasts, which were responded to in good earnest by this portion of Her Majesty's subjects, so far removed from the sceptre by which they are governed. He then read a note from Mr. Schuyler, one of the Committee, apologising for his absence in consequence of a severe illness, which prevented his leaving his room. The report of the Judges was then, read aloud, and the prizes were handed over to the winners.........The toast was suitably acknowledged, and the company broke up at about 10 o'clock.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Saturday 4 August 1855
STRATHALBYN PLOUGHING MATCH. THURSDAY July 26.
Judges-Messrs. W. Russell, of Echunga; William Ferguson, of Glen Osmond; and John Waddell, of Mount Barker. Committee- Messers W. Bowman, W. Coleman, Alex ander Stark, James Dawson, jun., Matthew Rankine, John Cheriton, John Glen, George Shornay, James Walker, Bircham. James Dawson. Sen., Allen McLean and Thomas Hall. Secretary Dr. Blue.
The ground selected for the match was part or a section belonging to Mr. H Wright situated about two miles from the township of Strathalbyn, on the road to Langhorne's Bridge. It was exceedingly well adapted for the purpose, being quite free from timber, of equal quality from end to end, and almost entirely level. The heavy rains which had fallen during the preceding days had caused no material impediment to the operations of ploughing, the soil being of a red mariy nature. The day was generally fine, but a smart shower fell about noon, which, though it did not speed the plough, was not sufficient to stop it. A considerable number of spectators were present, both male and female, old and young, farmers and labourers, equestrians and pedestrians, aboriginal lords of the soil, and European settlers. Temporary booths were erected on the ground by the Strathalbyn publicans for the accommodation of visitors and the sale of refreshments. In the front of the principal booth was a white banner, which, as it flaunted in the gale, displayed the appropriate motto, A fair field and no favour.
REGULATIONS. At 9 o'clock the following regulations, as agreed upon by the Committee, were read to the competitors : — 1st. That the ploughs be in the field by 9 o'clock, and that half an hour be allowed for drawing tickets and setting poles. 2nd. That each ploughman plough half an acre of ground, in one land, not less than five inches in depth, and within the time of six and a-half hours. 3rd. Each man's lot lays to the left of his number. 4th. That each man plough five furrows on each side of his number before falling in upon his land. 5th. That no assistance be allowed the ploughmen, except in setting poles. Horse teams may be led the first round. 6th. Non-subscribers to the match-fund to pay 7s. 6d. entrance money. 7th. That in the event of any or either of the Judges being absent, the Committee be empowered to appoint others on the ground in their room. ENTRIES. ThE following is a list of the entries, arranged according to the order of the numbers drawn : --
MEN
No. Owners. Ploughmen. Teams.
2. Sinclair BIue William Wylie Horses.
3. John Cheriton Jephtha Good Bullocks.
4. Donald Sutherland Robert Wylie Horses.
5. Donald Shaw Owner Bullocks.
6. Richard Hooper William Caudle Horses.
7. Matthew Rankine Owner Horses.
8. William Coleman Charles Sturgeon Horses.
9. Alexander Stark John Stark Bullocks.
10. John Rankine,Sen. John Rankine, Jun. Bullocks.
11. Allen McLean William Aldridge Bullocks
12. W. Bowman John Collett Horses.
BOYS.
15. J. Jeffreys William Hay Bullosks.
16. Alexander Stark Edward Stark Bullocks.
17. Matthew Rankine Wm. Rankine Bullocks.
No. 12 was disqualified in consequence of his having a three-horse team, but the owner engaged to pay the driver any prize the Judges might deem him entitled to, had he used only two horses. The decisions of the Judges were read on the field, after the match, as follows : --
JUDGES' REPORT. MEN'S PRIZES.
1st Prize, £3 5s.— No. 9, Alexander Stark. Well ploughed, but rather too closely pressed in the crown.
2nd Prize, £1 4S.— No. 3, Jephtha Good. Well ploughed, but too high in the crown and wide in the finish. 3rd Prize, £3 3s.— No. 4, Robert Wylie. Well finished
4th Prize, £2 2s.— No. 7, Matthew Rankine. Tolerably well ploughed, but too much pressed.
6th Prize, £1 Is.— No. 2, William Wylie. The Judges felt considerable difficulty in deciding between No. 2 and No. 8 for the 5th prize, but awarded it to No. 2, in consequence of its being the best cut furrow.
BOYS' PRIZES.
1st Prize, £3 3s.— No. 16, Edward Stark. Remarkably good ploughing for a boy, and equal to any in the field. 2nd Prize, £2 2s.— No. 17, William Rankine.
3rd Prize, £1 Is.— No. 15, William Hay.
BEST COLONIAL MADE PLOUGH. The Judges award the prize of £2 2s. to the owner of No. 2, Sinclair Blue. BEST PAIR OF PLOUGH HOUSES. Prize, £2 2s, to No. 4, Donald Sutherland.
SPECIAL PRIZE. Special prize of £3 3s. to John Collett, given by the owner of the team No. 12.
STRATHALBYN PLOUGHING MATCH. THURSDAY July 26.
Judges-Messrs. W. Russell, of Echunga; William Ferguson, of Glen Osmond; and John Waddell, of Mount Barker. Committee- Messers W. Bowman, W. Coleman, Alex ander Stark, James Dawson, jun., Matthew Rankine, John Cheriton, John Glen, George Shornay, James Walker, Bircham. James Dawson. Sen., Allen McLean and Thomas Hall. Secretary Dr. Blue.
The ground selected for the match was part or a section belonging to Mr. H Wright situated about two miles from the township of Strathalbyn, on the road to Langhorne's Bridge. It was exceedingly well adapted for the purpose, being quite free from timber, of equal quality from end to end, and almost entirely level. The heavy rains which had fallen during the preceding days had caused no material impediment to the operations of ploughing, the soil being of a red mariy nature. The day was generally fine, but a smart shower fell about noon, which, though it did not speed the plough, was not sufficient to stop it. A considerable number of spectators were present, both male and female, old and young, farmers and labourers, equestrians and pedestrians, aboriginal lords of the soil, and European settlers. Temporary booths were erected on the ground by the Strathalbyn publicans for the accommodation of visitors and the sale of refreshments. In the front of the principal booth was a white banner, which, as it flaunted in the gale, displayed the appropriate motto, A fair field and no favour.
REGULATIONS. At 9 o'clock the following regulations, as agreed upon by the Committee, were read to the competitors : — 1st. That the ploughs be in the field by 9 o'clock, and that half an hour be allowed for drawing tickets and setting poles. 2nd. That each ploughman plough half an acre of ground, in one land, not less than five inches in depth, and within the time of six and a-half hours. 3rd. Each man's lot lays to the left of his number. 4th. That each man plough five furrows on each side of his number before falling in upon his land. 5th. That no assistance be allowed the ploughmen, except in setting poles. Horse teams may be led the first round. 6th. Non-subscribers to the match-fund to pay 7s. 6d. entrance money. 7th. That in the event of any or either of the Judges being absent, the Committee be empowered to appoint others on the ground in their room. ENTRIES. ThE following is a list of the entries, arranged according to the order of the numbers drawn : --
MEN
No. Owners. Ploughmen. Teams.
2. Sinclair BIue William Wylie Horses.
3. John Cheriton Jephtha Good Bullocks.
4. Donald Sutherland Robert Wylie Horses.
5. Donald Shaw Owner Bullocks.
6. Richard Hooper William Caudle Horses.
7. Matthew Rankine Owner Horses.
8. William Coleman Charles Sturgeon Horses.
9. Alexander Stark John Stark Bullocks.
10. John Rankine,Sen. John Rankine, Jun. Bullocks.
11. Allen McLean William Aldridge Bullocks
12. W. Bowman John Collett Horses.
BOYS.
15. J. Jeffreys William Hay Bullosks.
16. Alexander Stark Edward Stark Bullocks.
17. Matthew Rankine Wm. Rankine Bullocks.
No. 12 was disqualified in consequence of his having a three-horse team, but the owner engaged to pay the driver any prize the Judges might deem him entitled to, had he used only two horses. The decisions of the Judges were read on the field, after the match, as follows : --
JUDGES' REPORT. MEN'S PRIZES.
1st Prize, £3 5s.— No. 9, Alexander Stark. Well ploughed, but rather too closely pressed in the crown.
2nd Prize, £1 4S.— No. 3, Jephtha Good. Well ploughed, but too high in the crown and wide in the finish. 3rd Prize, £3 3s.— No. 4, Robert Wylie. Well finished
4th Prize, £2 2s.— No. 7, Matthew Rankine. Tolerably well ploughed, but too much pressed.
6th Prize, £1 Is.— No. 2, William Wylie. The Judges felt considerable difficulty in deciding between No. 2 and No. 8 for the 5th prize, but awarded it to No. 2, in consequence of its being the best cut furrow.
BOYS' PRIZES.
1st Prize, £3 3s.— No. 16, Edward Stark. Remarkably good ploughing for a boy, and equal to any in the field. 2nd Prize, £2 2s.— No. 17, William Rankine.
3rd Prize, £1 Is.— No. 15, William Hay.
BEST COLONIAL MADE PLOUGH. The Judges award the prize of £2 2s. to the owner of No. 2, Sinclair Blue. BEST PAIR OF PLOUGH HOUSES. Prize, £2 2s, to No. 4, Donald Sutherland.
SPECIAL PRIZE. Special prize of £3 3s. to John Collett, given by the owner of the team No. 12.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Saturday 18 August 1855
YANKALILLA PLOUGHING MATCH. Wednesday August 15th
Judges— Messrs. Duncan Stewart, Willunga; Robert Lowrie, Myponga; and John Norman, Aldinga, The first ploughing match in this magnificent agricultural district was held upon the Gorire Flat, near Normanville, part of the one farm of 450 acres recently purchased by Mr. John Howard of Mr. E. C. Gwynne. The land was well adapted for the purpose, being a perfect level piece of virgin earth, consisting of black sandy loam entirely free from stumps ; but the late rains had made it very heavy and laborious for the ploughmen. The clods also broke, and did not show the work well. The spot is beautiful in the extreme ; it may truly be called romantic. The high hills bounding the gorge and others of considerable elevation form a perfect amphitheatre, the large semi-circular flat being bounded . on the open side by luxuriant wattles, and further to the westward, by the sea beach. The neighbourhood of Yankalilla is progressing rapidly, in consequence of the increased facilities for shipping produce: The harvest promises to be most abundant, and improvements are being carried out in every direction.
We noticed brickmaking upon an extensive scale, and there it a new steam flourmill, belonging to Messrs. Ferguson & Hunter, which will be at work in about a week, the 12-horse engine having been just fixed. The settlers are looking forward with much anxiety to the fixing of the moorings, which will make the port far more available. Mr. Butterworth is commencing a mill, and a piece of land has been purchused. The weather had been fine and rather sultry, but day broke with stormy symptoms, and towards noon the rain fell heavily. During the rest of the day there were passing showers, which cleared the field of the ladies, many of whom had ventured there on horseback. Seven hundred persons were present in the course of the day, including many of the principal southern settlers.
The prizes announced were as follows :— Champion-(Should three enter).£5 5s, General ploughing— 1st prize, £8 6s.; 2nd do, £3 3s. 3rd do., £2 2s. ; 4th ditto £1 1s. Boys under 18 years old- 1st prize £3 3s. 2nd do, £2 2s. 3rd. do- £1 1s. Best team of bullocks at work, £2 2. . Best colonial-made iron plough, £1 1s. . ; Best colonlal-made wooden plough, £1 1. A silver medal for the best ploughing in the first and Second class. The following is a list of entries, the whole being bullock teams :— Champion— None.
General Ploughing
Owner. Ploughman
J. Berry Owner
Mrs. Little John Lawrie
David Little J. B. Smith
C. Robertson R. Jerrard
H. Snelling W. Chapman
J. Flavel N. Long
J. Butterworth Owner
Boys-
Jas. Fuller Owner
Thos. Roads W. Roads
R. Dennis H. Dennis
J.Quin J. Quin jun.
R. Brown Absent
The ploughs started at 10 o'clock, and the whole work was finished within the time prescribed. We subjoin the
report of the judges . --
GENERAL PLOUGHING. 1st prize, with the silver medal— No. 3, J. B. Smith. 2nd do.— No. 4, J. Butterworth. 3rd do.— No. 6, John Lawrie. -4th do.— No. 5, R. Jerrard. No. 2, W. Chapman, ploughed well but too light, and did not divide his land equally. The Judges recommend a prize of £2 2s, should funds allow.
BOYS. First prize— No. 18, Jas. Fuller. Second prize— No. 15, J. Quin, jun. ; Third prize-No. 16, W. Roads.
No. 14, H. Dennis, was better ploughed than No.16, but the work was not finished, the mould or crumb furrows not having been taken out. The Judges recommend a prize of £1 1s. to him should funds permit.
Best team— No. 16. Thos. Roads.
Best iron Plough— No. 7. J. Berry, manufactured by Charles Robertson, Yankalilla
Best wooden plough— No. 16, Thos. Roads; woodwork manufactured by himself, ironwork by C. Robertson.
At 6 o'clock a large party assembled at the Normanville Hotel. Mr. Septimane Herbert filled the chair, with Mr. John Norman as Croupier. The dinner was abundant and well served, the only desideratum being a larger room, that attached to the inn not affording convenient space for more than 50 or 60 persons, though 90 had taken tickets. The remainder were accommodated in another room, and by those who had dined vacating their seats for them— rather a tedious operation, but far better than suffering any to go short. The cloth having been removed . The Chairman proposed The Health of Her Majesty, remarking that it was always loyally received by farmers in all parts of the world. The toast was drunk with every demonstration of enthusiasm, and followed by Russell's song, 'Cheer, boys, cheer,' given with much spirit by Mr. Hutton, the company joining in the chorus. ''The Royal Family,' ' His Excellency the Governor,' and 'The Allied Armies' were afterwards drunk with appropriate honours. ................Mr. J. B. Smith returned £1 as a subscription towards next year's match. The Chairman then proposed 'The Health of the Judges,' which was drunk in most complimentary style, and responded to by the Vice-Chairman. The health of 'The Successful Competitors' followed, which was responded to by Mr. J. B. Smith. The next toast was ' The Unsuccessful Competitors' none of whom being present, Mr. Hutton returned thanks on their behalf. The remaining toasts comprised, ' Lady MacDonnell and the Ladies of South Australia, responded to by Mr. Howard, jun. ; Mr. White, of Aldinga, who briefly acknowledged the compliment ; The Agricultural and Pastoral Interests of the Colony ; The Press of South Australia, acknowledged by Mr. Andrews; 'The Chairman;' 'The Vice-Chairman ; and 'The Host and Hostess.' Numerous songs and recitations enlivened the evening, which was passed with much mirth and good-feeling.
YANKALILLA PLOUGHING MATCH. Wednesday August 15th
Judges— Messrs. Duncan Stewart, Willunga; Robert Lowrie, Myponga; and John Norman, Aldinga, The first ploughing match in this magnificent agricultural district was held upon the Gorire Flat, near Normanville, part of the one farm of 450 acres recently purchased by Mr. John Howard of Mr. E. C. Gwynne. The land was well adapted for the purpose, being a perfect level piece of virgin earth, consisting of black sandy loam entirely free from stumps ; but the late rains had made it very heavy and laborious for the ploughmen. The clods also broke, and did not show the work well. The spot is beautiful in the extreme ; it may truly be called romantic. The high hills bounding the gorge and others of considerable elevation form a perfect amphitheatre, the large semi-circular flat being bounded . on the open side by luxuriant wattles, and further to the westward, by the sea beach. The neighbourhood of Yankalilla is progressing rapidly, in consequence of the increased facilities for shipping produce: The harvest promises to be most abundant, and improvements are being carried out in every direction.
We noticed brickmaking upon an extensive scale, and there it a new steam flourmill, belonging to Messrs. Ferguson & Hunter, which will be at work in about a week, the 12-horse engine having been just fixed. The settlers are looking forward with much anxiety to the fixing of the moorings, which will make the port far more available. Mr. Butterworth is commencing a mill, and a piece of land has been purchused. The weather had been fine and rather sultry, but day broke with stormy symptoms, and towards noon the rain fell heavily. During the rest of the day there were passing showers, which cleared the field of the ladies, many of whom had ventured there on horseback. Seven hundred persons were present in the course of the day, including many of the principal southern settlers.
The prizes announced were as follows :— Champion-(Should three enter).£5 5s, General ploughing— 1st prize, £8 6s.; 2nd do, £3 3s. 3rd do., £2 2s. ; 4th ditto £1 1s. Boys under 18 years old- 1st prize £3 3s. 2nd do, £2 2s. 3rd. do- £1 1s. Best team of bullocks at work, £2 2. . Best colonial-made iron plough, £1 1s. . ; Best colonlal-made wooden plough, £1 1. A silver medal for the best ploughing in the first and Second class. The following is a list of entries, the whole being bullock teams :— Champion— None.
General Ploughing
Owner. Ploughman
J. Berry Owner
Mrs. Little John Lawrie
David Little J. B. Smith
C. Robertson R. Jerrard
H. Snelling W. Chapman
J. Flavel N. Long
J. Butterworth Owner
Boys-
Jas. Fuller Owner
Thos. Roads W. Roads
R. Dennis H. Dennis
J.Quin J. Quin jun.
R. Brown Absent
The ploughs started at 10 o'clock, and the whole work was finished within the time prescribed. We subjoin the
report of the judges . --
GENERAL PLOUGHING. 1st prize, with the silver medal— No. 3, J. B. Smith. 2nd do.— No. 4, J. Butterworth. 3rd do.— No. 6, John Lawrie. -4th do.— No. 5, R. Jerrard. No. 2, W. Chapman, ploughed well but too light, and did not divide his land equally. The Judges recommend a prize of £2 2s, should funds allow.
BOYS. First prize— No. 18, Jas. Fuller. Second prize— No. 15, J. Quin, jun. ; Third prize-No. 16, W. Roads.
No. 14, H. Dennis, was better ploughed than No.16, but the work was not finished, the mould or crumb furrows not having been taken out. The Judges recommend a prize of £1 1s. to him should funds permit.
Best team— No. 16. Thos. Roads.
Best iron Plough— No. 7. J. Berry, manufactured by Charles Robertson, Yankalilla
Best wooden plough— No. 16, Thos. Roads; woodwork manufactured by himself, ironwork by C. Robertson.
At 6 o'clock a large party assembled at the Normanville Hotel. Mr. Septimane Herbert filled the chair, with Mr. John Norman as Croupier. The dinner was abundant and well served, the only desideratum being a larger room, that attached to the inn not affording convenient space for more than 50 or 60 persons, though 90 had taken tickets. The remainder were accommodated in another room, and by those who had dined vacating their seats for them— rather a tedious operation, but far better than suffering any to go short. The cloth having been removed . The Chairman proposed The Health of Her Majesty, remarking that it was always loyally received by farmers in all parts of the world. The toast was drunk with every demonstration of enthusiasm, and followed by Russell's song, 'Cheer, boys, cheer,' given with much spirit by Mr. Hutton, the company joining in the chorus. ''The Royal Family,' ' His Excellency the Governor,' and 'The Allied Armies' were afterwards drunk with appropriate honours. ................Mr. J. B. Smith returned £1 as a subscription towards next year's match. The Chairman then proposed 'The Health of the Judges,' which was drunk in most complimentary style, and responded to by the Vice-Chairman. The health of 'The Successful Competitors' followed, which was responded to by Mr. J. B. Smith. The next toast was ' The Unsuccessful Competitors' none of whom being present, Mr. Hutton returned thanks on their behalf. The remaining toasts comprised, ' Lady MacDonnell and the Ladies of South Australia, responded to by Mr. Howard, jun. ; Mr. White, of Aldinga, who briefly acknowledged the compliment ; The Agricultural and Pastoral Interests of the Colony ; The Press of South Australia, acknowledged by Mr. Andrews; 'The Chairman;' 'The Vice-Chairman ; and 'The Host and Hostess.' Numerous songs and recitations enlivened the evening, which was passed with much mirth and good-feeling.
Adelaide Times (SA), Tuesday 28 August 1855
WOODSIDE PLOUGHING MATCH.
This Ploughing Match came off on Thursday, August 23rd, 1855. The Judges were Messrs Fisher, Rankine, and Slangart.
The ground chosen was a beautiful square piece, belonging to Mr Peake. It was impossible to have chosen a finer day. The Adelaide brass band was on the ground. The programme, as announced in the weekly papers, was strictly adhered to. There were fourteen ploughs on the field, and by half-past 3 o'clock the ploughing was finished. In our opinion, however competent the Judges might have been, the ploughs had not been sufficiently studied, and, therefore the nonsuccess of those that otherwise might have succeeded in gaining a prize. The Judges declared that No. 5 was thrown out, although the work was very well, but the furrows were too wide. No. 13 was thrown out for the same reason. No. 14 was excellent, but not the depth, whereas No.9 had not the breadth. We call the particular attention of ploughmen to these remarks.
THE DINNER.
After the Ploughing Match was over and the Judges had given in their report, the competitors, visitors, and Members of the Mount Barker Agricultural Society were invited to partake of Host Wilkie's hospitality, at
the Woodside Inn, and here we can certainly defy town or country to provide a better entertainment, everything was good and substantial. Mr Daw, of Nairne, presided with his usual courtesy, supported on his right and left by Messrs Bee, and J. Johnstone; Mr Frane occupied the vice-chair. The guests seemed merry and well disposed, and in an unaccountable short time the provisions appeared and disappeared. After the loaded boards were relieved of the weight that almost broke them in twain, the Chairman commenced the duties of the evening. Just then Mr Lorimer, Mr Morphett, and Dr Essau returned from presenting a requisition to Mr Baker. That gentleman had been invited but, it is said, an indisposition prevented his presence...............
Mr Rankine, one of the judges, gave—" Success to the Mount Barker Agricultural Society." Music—Speed the Plough. Responded to warmly, and with much good taste, by Mr Lorimer, Chairman of the District Council of Onkaparinga. The prizes were then distributed by the secretary, Mr Bee, of Nairne.
MEN's class.
1st Prize—John Waddle £7 7 0, 2nd do.—Robert Brown £5 5 0, 3rd do.—Robert Hay £3 3 0, 4th do.—William Inglis £1 1 0
BOYS.
1st Prize.—Donnahue, who received a beautiful silver medal and £3 3 0
2nd do.—Archibald Hay £1 1 0, 3rd do.—M'Kenzy £0 10 6 Best Plough—Mr Hay £2 0 0
WORKING BULLOCKS.
1st Prize.—J. Waddle £3 3 0 2nd do.—R. Hay £2 0 0 3rd do.—Archibald Hay £1 1 0
HORSES.
1st Prize.—J. Dunn £3 0 0, 2nd do.—Messrs Kay and Catcheside £2 0 0, 3rd do.—Henry Kelly £1 0- 0
The Chairman then read a letter from Mr Menadue, silversmith, of Hindley-street, referring to the cost of the medal. The Committee had destined but £2 2s. for it, but its cost was £4 4s., and he hoped the Society would accept the balance to help to carry out its utility. (Great applause.)
Mr Fergusson was next called upon for a toast, he gave with a short speech " The Successful Competitors."
It having been mentioned, that there was a meeting on Friday evening, with the view of forming a Mechanics' Institute. Mr Hay begged to return £1 towards its accomplishment. Mr Daws immediately added £1 more. Mr Lorimer added £2 2s. towards the same object.
Mr Waddle, Jun., returned thanks for the " Successful Competitors."
Song by Mr Bee, whose admirable voice, a bastaille, shook the whole establishment with its force, but there being a little confusion at this moment, we could neither catch the air nor words.
Mr Henry Kelly—-"The Unsuccessful Competitors."
Responded to by Mr Bee, who called upon an amateur for a song. The gentleman whose talent seemed to be well-known to the company, sang a very humorous song, with considerable success. This was the most successful attempt of the evening.
Mr Bee, who really was very active and entertaining, gave "The Judges." Mr Fisher returned thanks.
Mr Duffield—" The Agricultural and Horticultural Society of Adelaide." Three rimes three.
After another song, Mr France, the Vice-chairman, responded.
Mr Kay, gave " The Mount Barker Pastoral, Mining and Agricultural Interest." Mr Duffield returned thanks.
Dr Essau—" Lady Macdonnell and the Ladies of South Australia."
Mr Waddle sang one of Burns's melodies with taste. Mr Caterside returned thanks for the ladies.
Mr Gloag amused the company by singing and dancing in character. Mr Delany—"The Visitors."
Mr Gloag responded in glowing terms.
Mr Hughes gave " The Press in connection with the gentlemanly " Observer."
The Reporter of the Observer said a few words in thanks, and after the hand had executed a beautiful march, the Reporter of the Times was called upon to respond for the Press, which he did very concisely.
The Chairman—" The Host and Hostess." • Drank, with " Three times three."
Mr Bee sang some words, we believe of his own composition, and quite to the purpose.
Mr Wilkie returned thanks for " Self, spouse, and family."
Mr Lorimer—"The Chairman." This toast received great commendation. The Chairman returned thanks.
Mr Lorimer then reported the result of his journey to Mount Barker. That gentleman had already addressed a letter to the electors of Mount Barker, and was desirous of meeting the inhabitants of the Onkaparinga district whenever they thought fit. Mr Baker's letter was read, and the electors present decided that on Wednesday evening next, 29th August, at 4 o'clock, they would meet Mr Baker at the Woodside Inn, Onkaparinga, to hear that gentleman.
WOODSIDE PLOUGHING MATCH.
This Ploughing Match came off on Thursday, August 23rd, 1855. The Judges were Messrs Fisher, Rankine, and Slangart.
The ground chosen was a beautiful square piece, belonging to Mr Peake. It was impossible to have chosen a finer day. The Adelaide brass band was on the ground. The programme, as announced in the weekly papers, was strictly adhered to. There were fourteen ploughs on the field, and by half-past 3 o'clock the ploughing was finished. In our opinion, however competent the Judges might have been, the ploughs had not been sufficiently studied, and, therefore the nonsuccess of those that otherwise might have succeeded in gaining a prize. The Judges declared that No. 5 was thrown out, although the work was very well, but the furrows were too wide. No. 13 was thrown out for the same reason. No. 14 was excellent, but not the depth, whereas No.9 had not the breadth. We call the particular attention of ploughmen to these remarks.
THE DINNER.
After the Ploughing Match was over and the Judges had given in their report, the competitors, visitors, and Members of the Mount Barker Agricultural Society were invited to partake of Host Wilkie's hospitality, at
the Woodside Inn, and here we can certainly defy town or country to provide a better entertainment, everything was good and substantial. Mr Daw, of Nairne, presided with his usual courtesy, supported on his right and left by Messrs Bee, and J. Johnstone; Mr Frane occupied the vice-chair. The guests seemed merry and well disposed, and in an unaccountable short time the provisions appeared and disappeared. After the loaded boards were relieved of the weight that almost broke them in twain, the Chairman commenced the duties of the evening. Just then Mr Lorimer, Mr Morphett, and Dr Essau returned from presenting a requisition to Mr Baker. That gentleman had been invited but, it is said, an indisposition prevented his presence...............
Mr Rankine, one of the judges, gave—" Success to the Mount Barker Agricultural Society." Music—Speed the Plough. Responded to warmly, and with much good taste, by Mr Lorimer, Chairman of the District Council of Onkaparinga. The prizes were then distributed by the secretary, Mr Bee, of Nairne.
MEN's class.
1st Prize—John Waddle £7 7 0, 2nd do.—Robert Brown £5 5 0, 3rd do.—Robert Hay £3 3 0, 4th do.—William Inglis £1 1 0
BOYS.
1st Prize.—Donnahue, who received a beautiful silver medal and £3 3 0
2nd do.—Archibald Hay £1 1 0, 3rd do.—M'Kenzy £0 10 6 Best Plough—Mr Hay £2 0 0
WORKING BULLOCKS.
1st Prize.—J. Waddle £3 3 0 2nd do.—R. Hay £2 0 0 3rd do.—Archibald Hay £1 1 0
HORSES.
1st Prize.—J. Dunn £3 0 0, 2nd do.—Messrs Kay and Catcheside £2 0 0, 3rd do.—Henry Kelly £1 0- 0
The Chairman then read a letter from Mr Menadue, silversmith, of Hindley-street, referring to the cost of the medal. The Committee had destined but £2 2s. for it, but its cost was £4 4s., and he hoped the Society would accept the balance to help to carry out its utility. (Great applause.)
Mr Fergusson was next called upon for a toast, he gave with a short speech " The Successful Competitors."
It having been mentioned, that there was a meeting on Friday evening, with the view of forming a Mechanics' Institute. Mr Hay begged to return £1 towards its accomplishment. Mr Daws immediately added £1 more. Mr Lorimer added £2 2s. towards the same object.
Mr Waddle, Jun., returned thanks for the " Successful Competitors."
Song by Mr Bee, whose admirable voice, a bastaille, shook the whole establishment with its force, but there being a little confusion at this moment, we could neither catch the air nor words.
Mr Henry Kelly—-"The Unsuccessful Competitors."
Responded to by Mr Bee, who called upon an amateur for a song. The gentleman whose talent seemed to be well-known to the company, sang a very humorous song, with considerable success. This was the most successful attempt of the evening.
Mr Bee, who really was very active and entertaining, gave "The Judges." Mr Fisher returned thanks.
Mr Duffield—" The Agricultural and Horticultural Society of Adelaide." Three rimes three.
After another song, Mr France, the Vice-chairman, responded.
Mr Kay, gave " The Mount Barker Pastoral, Mining and Agricultural Interest." Mr Duffield returned thanks.
Dr Essau—" Lady Macdonnell and the Ladies of South Australia."
Mr Waddle sang one of Burns's melodies with taste. Mr Caterside returned thanks for the ladies.
Mr Gloag amused the company by singing and dancing in character. Mr Delany—"The Visitors."
Mr Gloag responded in glowing terms.
Mr Hughes gave " The Press in connection with the gentlemanly " Observer."
The Reporter of the Observer said a few words in thanks, and after the hand had executed a beautiful march, the Reporter of the Times was called upon to respond for the Press, which he did very concisely.
The Chairman—" The Host and Hostess." • Drank, with " Three times three."
Mr Bee sang some words, we believe of his own composition, and quite to the purpose.
Mr Wilkie returned thanks for " Self, spouse, and family."
Mr Lorimer—"The Chairman." This toast received great commendation. The Chairman returned thanks.
Mr Lorimer then reported the result of his journey to Mount Barker. That gentleman had already addressed a letter to the electors of Mount Barker, and was desirous of meeting the inhabitants of the Onkaparinga district whenever they thought fit. Mr Baker's letter was read, and the electors present decided that on Wednesday evening next, 29th August, at 4 o'clock, they would meet Mr Baker at the Woodside Inn, Onkaparinga, to hear that gentleman.
Adelaide Observer (SA), Saturday 1 September 1855
BUGLE RANGES PLOUGHING MATCH.
The annual ploughing match held in this district, in connection with the Mount Barker Agricultural Society, came off on Tuesday last. The early part or the day was raw and cold, a drizzling rain having fallen from early dawn until noon, when it cleared up, and the ploughing was gone on with with more than usual spirit. The ground chosen for the match was a fine slope of land directly in front of the Bugle Inn, belonging to Mr. Thomas Callaby. The competitors went to work shortly after 10 o'clock, and concluded a little after half past 3.
The following gentlemen acted as Judges:-—
Messrs. T. Donoughue, Blakiston; A. Stark, Strathalbyn; and H.Saltmarsh, Bugle Ranges.
The following entries were made:--
Owners. Teams. Ploughmen.
M. Linn Horses Owner
J. Linn Ditto Ditto
J. Cummins Bullocks Ditto
D. Bain Horses Ditto
J. Shaw Bullocks Ditto
J. Frame Ditto J. Smith
J. Iles Ditto J. Cheer
Boys
Maidment Bullocks Self
G. Patterson Ditto J. Patterson
Weise Ditto Weise
In the evening stewards, friends, and visitors sat down to an excellent dinner in the large room of the Bugle Inn, The fare was good and abundant, and was done ample justice to by the guests, numbering upwards of
40. Mr. J. T. Bee occupied the chair, Mr. Linn the vice-chair. The Chairman proposed "The Queen, Prince Albert, Albert Prince of Wales, and the rest of the Royal Family," and "The Army and Navy, with the Allies in the Crimea," which were drunk with enthusiasm. In proposing " The Health of His Excellency the Governor," the Chairman said he had acted with promptitude in giving the colony the offer of a Constitution, and had solicited their sentiments in respect to it. So far he was entitled to their thanks. (Hear.) He trusted they should always have to speak well of him—(cheers)—and in the course of time he should be removed to a higher station in Her Majesty's service, they would have cause to part with him with regret. The Chairman then called upon the Secretary to read over the list of prizes.
First prize (silver medal), was awarded to Donald Bain; second do., No. 4 (£5 5s.}, to Alfred Champion; third do., No. 5, J. Smith (£3 10s.); fourth do., No. 8, Matthew Linn (£1 10s.)
Boys'class —First prize, George Patterson (£3 3s,); second prize; G. Maidment (£2 10s.) The Committee agreed to give 7s. 6d. (made up in the room to 10s. to Charles Weise a little fellow who was considered very deserving. For the best managed pair of horses (£1 1s.), Mr. John Dunn; best pair of bullocks, Mr. John Frame (£1 1s).
Others who proposed toasts & responded were-
Mr. Saltmarsh proposed " The Successful Competitors."
Mr. Dunn, sen. responded on behalf of the winner of the first prize.
Mr. Matthew Linn- The Health of the Unsuccessful Competitors."
Mr Keichauff proposed " The Agricultural Interests of South Australia, especially those of the Bugle Ranges." The colony presented different climate and soil, which enabled to be grown all the products of Europe and those of some parts of Africa and India. He trusted, ere long, they would be able to export wine, tobacco, and cotton, which latter he had grown himself in this colony. No attention had been given to growing mountain rice; which was largely cultivated in Lombardy and in India. He trusted this would soon be introduced here.
Drunk with cheers, and one cheer more for the cotton. Mr. Cleggett responded, ....
Mr. Frane proposed "The Commercial, Mining, and Pastoral Interests."......... If the farmers would grow more turnips and feed lean bullocks on them, they would soon make fat beef........... (Hear, hear.)
The Chairman said he saw the turnips, and was persuaded there were fully 30 tons to the acre, but it was on fine black soil. The place to grow turnips and barley was on the plains below Langhorne's Creek—the spot spoken of by his friend Mr. Cleggett. There could be no doubt, even if it was necessary to manure the land, that turnips would pay to feed stock upon. (Hear,hear.)
Mr. Cornelius returned thanks. referring to the mining interest......
Mr. Gollen, propsed "The Health of the Judges".... Mr. Donoughue returned thanks. There was some very good work on the ground that day; Prizes would, no doubt, have been won by persons who had been unsuccessful had they used better ploughs. The ground showed in some places too much face in consequence of ploughing the furrows too narrow. They also observed that some of them, in taking up the crumb, laid too much to the land. There were not many crowns viable. There was great credit due to the boy who won the first prize. Close ploughing was the thing to be looked to, as when they came to cast the seed over the furrows it went down and was lost. A plough might break the work, but the thing was to close it- afterwards. Mr. Saltmarsh, another of the Judges, said they arrived at their conclusion after much care. They ought make an error of judgment, but not an intentional one (Hear.)
Mr Freeman, in obedience to the Chairman, gave The Managing Committee. He felt, as an old resident in the Rauges, great pleasure in seeing his friends again in that room, (Cheers.) .
Mr. Edwards returned thanks in appropriate terms... Mr. Frame responded......
Mr. Hooper gave, " An Independent Press," coupling with it the Observer newspaper.
Mr. Harrison returned thanks................The evening was spent with much harmony—in fact almost everyone present either sang or recited—and a more agreeable and happy party we have seldom had the good fortune to meet even in a more thickly-populated district.
BUGLE RANGES PLOUGHING MATCH.
The annual ploughing match held in this district, in connection with the Mount Barker Agricultural Society, came off on Tuesday last. The early part or the day was raw and cold, a drizzling rain having fallen from early dawn until noon, when it cleared up, and the ploughing was gone on with with more than usual spirit. The ground chosen for the match was a fine slope of land directly in front of the Bugle Inn, belonging to Mr. Thomas Callaby. The competitors went to work shortly after 10 o'clock, and concluded a little after half past 3.
The following gentlemen acted as Judges:-—
Messrs. T. Donoughue, Blakiston; A. Stark, Strathalbyn; and H.Saltmarsh, Bugle Ranges.
The following entries were made:--
Owners. Teams. Ploughmen.
M. Linn Horses Owner
J. Linn Ditto Ditto
J. Cummins Bullocks Ditto
D. Bain Horses Ditto
J. Shaw Bullocks Ditto
J. Frame Ditto J. Smith
J. Iles Ditto J. Cheer
Boys
Maidment Bullocks Self
G. Patterson Ditto J. Patterson
Weise Ditto Weise
In the evening stewards, friends, and visitors sat down to an excellent dinner in the large room of the Bugle Inn, The fare was good and abundant, and was done ample justice to by the guests, numbering upwards of
40. Mr. J. T. Bee occupied the chair, Mr. Linn the vice-chair. The Chairman proposed "The Queen, Prince Albert, Albert Prince of Wales, and the rest of the Royal Family," and "The Army and Navy, with the Allies in the Crimea," which were drunk with enthusiasm. In proposing " The Health of His Excellency the Governor," the Chairman said he had acted with promptitude in giving the colony the offer of a Constitution, and had solicited their sentiments in respect to it. So far he was entitled to their thanks. (Hear.) He trusted they should always have to speak well of him—(cheers)—and in the course of time he should be removed to a higher station in Her Majesty's service, they would have cause to part with him with regret. The Chairman then called upon the Secretary to read over the list of prizes.
First prize (silver medal), was awarded to Donald Bain; second do., No. 4 (£5 5s.}, to Alfred Champion; third do., No. 5, J. Smith (£3 10s.); fourth do., No. 8, Matthew Linn (£1 10s.)
Boys'class —First prize, George Patterson (£3 3s,); second prize; G. Maidment (£2 10s.) The Committee agreed to give 7s. 6d. (made up in the room to 10s. to Charles Weise a little fellow who was considered very deserving. For the best managed pair of horses (£1 1s.), Mr. John Dunn; best pair of bullocks, Mr. John Frame (£1 1s).
Others who proposed toasts & responded were-
Mr. Saltmarsh proposed " The Successful Competitors."
Mr. Dunn, sen. responded on behalf of the winner of the first prize.
Mr. Matthew Linn- The Health of the Unsuccessful Competitors."
Mr Keichauff proposed " The Agricultural Interests of South Australia, especially those of the Bugle Ranges." The colony presented different climate and soil, which enabled to be grown all the products of Europe and those of some parts of Africa and India. He trusted, ere long, they would be able to export wine, tobacco, and cotton, which latter he had grown himself in this colony. No attention had been given to growing mountain rice; which was largely cultivated in Lombardy and in India. He trusted this would soon be introduced here.
Drunk with cheers, and one cheer more for the cotton. Mr. Cleggett responded, ....
Mr. Frane proposed "The Commercial, Mining, and Pastoral Interests."......... If the farmers would grow more turnips and feed lean bullocks on them, they would soon make fat beef........... (Hear, hear.)
The Chairman said he saw the turnips, and was persuaded there were fully 30 tons to the acre, but it was on fine black soil. The place to grow turnips and barley was on the plains below Langhorne's Creek—the spot spoken of by his friend Mr. Cleggett. There could be no doubt, even if it was necessary to manure the land, that turnips would pay to feed stock upon. (Hear,hear.)
Mr. Cornelius returned thanks. referring to the mining interest......
Mr. Gollen, propsed "The Health of the Judges".... Mr. Donoughue returned thanks. There was some very good work on the ground that day; Prizes would, no doubt, have been won by persons who had been unsuccessful had they used better ploughs. The ground showed in some places too much face in consequence of ploughing the furrows too narrow. They also observed that some of them, in taking up the crumb, laid too much to the land. There were not many crowns viable. There was great credit due to the boy who won the first prize. Close ploughing was the thing to be looked to, as when they came to cast the seed over the furrows it went down and was lost. A plough might break the work, but the thing was to close it- afterwards. Mr. Saltmarsh, another of the Judges, said they arrived at their conclusion after much care. They ought make an error of judgment, but not an intentional one (Hear.)
Mr Freeman, in obedience to the Chairman, gave The Managing Committee. He felt, as an old resident in the Rauges, great pleasure in seeing his friends again in that room, (Cheers.) .
Mr. Edwards returned thanks in appropriate terms... Mr. Frame responded......
Mr. Hooper gave, " An Independent Press," coupling with it the Observer newspaper.
Mr. Harrison returned thanks................The evening was spent with much harmony—in fact almost everyone present either sang or recited—and a more agreeable and happy party we have seldom had the good fortune to meet even in a more thickly-populated district.
Adelaide Observer (SA : 1843 - 1904), Saturday 1 September 1855
ALDINGA ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH. Tuesday, August 28.
Judges—Messrs. William Oliver, Duncan Stewart, and Samuel Shore.
The entries for this match, taken on Monday eveningat Palmer's Aldinga Hotel, were very numerous. It will not nave escaped our readers' notice that these trials of rural skill have excited greater interest and elicited far more spirit this year than on previous occasions; the effect, no doubt partly, of the brilliant prospects of the harvest, had more particularly of the conviction daily gaining ground of their great importance to agricultural progress.
The premiums advertised were as follows:--
First champion prize, a sweepstakes of £1 1s. each from ploughmen who have won medals, and £5 5s. added.
Second-class—General ploughing. 1st prize, £5 5s. 2nd, £4 4s.; 3rd, £3 3s.; 4th, £2 2s.
Third-class—Boys under 18 years of age. 1st prize. £3 3s. ; 2nd, £2 2s.; 3rd, £1 1s
A silver medal to the best ploughman who works as a farm servant, and competes on the ground.
A special prize of £2 2s. for the best plough used on the field; and £2 2s for the best pair of plough-horses.
The following were the published rules:--
"There must be three entries for the champion prize, each plough must do half an acre in hours, the furrows not to exceed nine inches in width, nor be less than five inches deep, no distinction between horses and bullock teams." Mr. Norman, the Chairman, and several members of the Committee attended from 7 till 9 o'clock, when the list of entries was closed, viz:--
CHAMPIONS
Owner. Ploughman.
James Foreman Owner.
GENERAL PLOUGHING.
G. Cox Wm. Mackay
John Wilson Charles Whitbread
Wm. Whitbread Owner
E. Loud John Osmond
John Norman John Jacob
R. Hill. R. Ockney
Wm. Hyde Owner
Geo, Lovelock Owner
Elijah Lovelock Owner
D. Stewart John McLaren
L. Fidge Ed. Laming
Wm. Pointer Owner
Henry Pethick Owner
S. Shore John Carr
Jos. Butterworth James Jones
Robert Palmer John Hailes.
BOYS.
G. Cox Charles Stevens
Josh. Rawlinson Wm. Bayley
Wm. Pengilly Henry Pengilly
James Benney Wm. Benney
Josh. Allen James Allen
Finlay McRea John McRea.
There were a few bullock teams, but most of the competitors had horses. It was determined, as there were not sufficient entries for the champion prize, to request Mr. Foreman to strike out his land, and form his ridge, thus qualifying his plough for exhibition, and to devote the remainder of the day to the instruction of the boys; it being left to the Judges to award him such a premium as they might consider right,
Mr. Norman announced that, in consequence of the illness of Mrs. Palmer, who had been confined to her bed for the last three weeks, it was impossible to have the dinner on the following day at the Aldinga Hotel, as intended. Under these circumstances, Mr. Martin had kindly consented, on a short notice, to provide the requisite entertainment at the Uncle Tom's Cabin, Port Willunga,
The night was very stormy, but soon after sunrise the weather became fine. The ploughmen were on the ground at the appointed time, and went merrily to work. The section, selected for the purpose is upon Mr. Elijah Lovelock's farm, immediately adjoining the seabeach, It is level and wholly free from stumps, a brown sandy Ioam, from which a crop of wheat has recently been cut for hay. The soil is rather too loose to show the work to advantage, and the stubble was a little stronger than could have been desired. Both men and boys acquitted themselves exceedingly well; we may truly say there was not a bad piece of work upon the field. The company was tolerably large, including gentlemen from most of the neighbouring districts, and a fair proportion of ladies on horseback and in various vehicles. Several fine entire horses appeared during the day, and elicited much commendation. At 6 o'clock about 70 gentlemen assembled in the large room at the Uncle Tom's Cabin, where Mr. and Mrs. Martin had prepared a very excellent dinner. The chair was occupied by Mr. Jno. Norman, and the vice-chair by Mr. Edward Loud. We noticed among the company Mr. C. T. Hewett, Dr. Knipe, Mr. Wilson, of Port Willunga, and most of those who had taken part in the day's business, whether as judges, owners, or ploughmen. The good cheer having been disposed of the healths of Her-Majesty and her representative in the colony were drunk with suitable demonstrations of lovalty.
........The Vice-chairman proposed "The health of the Judges," which was duly honoured. Mr. Shore returned thanks. They had some difficulty in awarding the prizes, as the work of several was verv much alike, but they had gone through the whole very carefully, and he was convinced their decision was correct and just. He hoped it would give general satisfaction; but at all events it was satisfactory to their own honest judgment. (Hear, hear, and applause.) To the boys they must give great praise; in fact, some.of them were, perhaps, better than the men. He must remark that the boy who had gained the first prize was a furrow short, and he must remember in future to work according to the rules; but His ploughing was far better than that of the boy who gained the second prize, as the latter lad not finish his work well. The Chairman then read the judges report as follows-
CHAMPION PRIZE
For this, there was no competition. One land was struck and the crown framed, but it was so high, that it would have been impossible for any ploughman to have worked up to it.
GENERAL PLOUGHING.
First prize, £5 5s. and the medal—No. 12, George Lovelock.
Second prize, £4 4s.—No. 19, James Jones.
Third prize, £3 3s.—No. 22, John McLaren.
Fourth prize, £2 2s.—No. 11, Henry Pethick.
BOYS.
First prize, £3 3s.—No. 2, William Benney. Second prize, £2 2s.—No. 5, James Allen. Third prize, £1 1s.—No. 1, John McRae.
Best plough, £2 2.—No. 12, George Lovelock,
Best horse team. £2 2s.—A. grey mare and a chesnut mare belonging to Gabriel Cox.
The Vice-Chairman handed the prizes to the various winners.
The Chairman remarked that the only person who came to the scratch as a champion was James Foreman who had paid his guinea like a brick; and it had been thought that it would not be fair that he should go away without something for his trouble. It had been accordingly arranged that he should strike off his land and form his ridge, then instruct the boys during the remainder of the day. By this arrangement he had become entitled to exhibit his plough; but it yet remained to be explained whether the Judges had awarded him any prize for his work, as that was not clearly mentioned in their report.
Mr. Shore said they had not, on account of the ridge being so high, that no man at nine inches could have worked up to it (Hear, hear, and "That's true.")
Mr. Rollason said Mr. Foreman had attended exclusively to two boys—Allen and Benney—to the utter neglect of the others; so that he had not carried out the instructions of the Committee.
The Vice Chairman proposed "The Successful Competitors". The land they had to work on that day wasflrom its looseness, very difficult to those who were accustomed to a stiffer soil. It must have been noticed that they had to be continually cleaning their ploughshares, and he must say that, considering this disadvantage, the work generally did them very great credit. (Drank with musical honours)
Others who proposed toasts, or responded-. Mr. Henry Pethick, Dr. Knipe, Mr. Culley, Mr. Hewitt, Mr. Andrews.
......Soon after this the party separated, having done appropriate honours to the Chairman, the Vice-chairman, and the good host and hostess of Uncle Tom's Cabin. As Mrs. Palmer, of the Aldinga Hotel, is well-known and much respected by.travellers on the Yankalilla-road, we feel pleasure in mentioning that her illness has not been dangerous, and.that she is now considered to be recovering.
ALDINGA ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH. Tuesday, August 28.
Judges—Messrs. William Oliver, Duncan Stewart, and Samuel Shore.
The entries for this match, taken on Monday eveningat Palmer's Aldinga Hotel, were very numerous. It will not nave escaped our readers' notice that these trials of rural skill have excited greater interest and elicited far more spirit this year than on previous occasions; the effect, no doubt partly, of the brilliant prospects of the harvest, had more particularly of the conviction daily gaining ground of their great importance to agricultural progress.
The premiums advertised were as follows:--
First champion prize, a sweepstakes of £1 1s. each from ploughmen who have won medals, and £5 5s. added.
Second-class—General ploughing. 1st prize, £5 5s. 2nd, £4 4s.; 3rd, £3 3s.; 4th, £2 2s.
Third-class—Boys under 18 years of age. 1st prize. £3 3s. ; 2nd, £2 2s.; 3rd, £1 1s
A silver medal to the best ploughman who works as a farm servant, and competes on the ground.
A special prize of £2 2s. for the best plough used on the field; and £2 2s for the best pair of plough-horses.
The following were the published rules:--
"There must be three entries for the champion prize, each plough must do half an acre in hours, the furrows not to exceed nine inches in width, nor be less than five inches deep, no distinction between horses and bullock teams." Mr. Norman, the Chairman, and several members of the Committee attended from 7 till 9 o'clock, when the list of entries was closed, viz:--
CHAMPIONS
Owner. Ploughman.
James Foreman Owner.
GENERAL PLOUGHING.
G. Cox Wm. Mackay
John Wilson Charles Whitbread
Wm. Whitbread Owner
E. Loud John Osmond
John Norman John Jacob
R. Hill. R. Ockney
Wm. Hyde Owner
Geo, Lovelock Owner
Elijah Lovelock Owner
D. Stewart John McLaren
L. Fidge Ed. Laming
Wm. Pointer Owner
Henry Pethick Owner
S. Shore John Carr
Jos. Butterworth James Jones
Robert Palmer John Hailes.
BOYS.
G. Cox Charles Stevens
Josh. Rawlinson Wm. Bayley
Wm. Pengilly Henry Pengilly
James Benney Wm. Benney
Josh. Allen James Allen
Finlay McRea John McRea.
There were a few bullock teams, but most of the competitors had horses. It was determined, as there were not sufficient entries for the champion prize, to request Mr. Foreman to strike out his land, and form his ridge, thus qualifying his plough for exhibition, and to devote the remainder of the day to the instruction of the boys; it being left to the Judges to award him such a premium as they might consider right,
Mr. Norman announced that, in consequence of the illness of Mrs. Palmer, who had been confined to her bed for the last three weeks, it was impossible to have the dinner on the following day at the Aldinga Hotel, as intended. Under these circumstances, Mr. Martin had kindly consented, on a short notice, to provide the requisite entertainment at the Uncle Tom's Cabin, Port Willunga,
The night was very stormy, but soon after sunrise the weather became fine. The ploughmen were on the ground at the appointed time, and went merrily to work. The section, selected for the purpose is upon Mr. Elijah Lovelock's farm, immediately adjoining the seabeach, It is level and wholly free from stumps, a brown sandy Ioam, from which a crop of wheat has recently been cut for hay. The soil is rather too loose to show the work to advantage, and the stubble was a little stronger than could have been desired. Both men and boys acquitted themselves exceedingly well; we may truly say there was not a bad piece of work upon the field. The company was tolerably large, including gentlemen from most of the neighbouring districts, and a fair proportion of ladies on horseback and in various vehicles. Several fine entire horses appeared during the day, and elicited much commendation. At 6 o'clock about 70 gentlemen assembled in the large room at the Uncle Tom's Cabin, where Mr. and Mrs. Martin had prepared a very excellent dinner. The chair was occupied by Mr. Jno. Norman, and the vice-chair by Mr. Edward Loud. We noticed among the company Mr. C. T. Hewett, Dr. Knipe, Mr. Wilson, of Port Willunga, and most of those who had taken part in the day's business, whether as judges, owners, or ploughmen. The good cheer having been disposed of the healths of Her-Majesty and her representative in the colony were drunk with suitable demonstrations of lovalty.
........The Vice-chairman proposed "The health of the Judges," which was duly honoured. Mr. Shore returned thanks. They had some difficulty in awarding the prizes, as the work of several was verv much alike, but they had gone through the whole very carefully, and he was convinced their decision was correct and just. He hoped it would give general satisfaction; but at all events it was satisfactory to their own honest judgment. (Hear, hear, and applause.) To the boys they must give great praise; in fact, some.of them were, perhaps, better than the men. He must remark that the boy who had gained the first prize was a furrow short, and he must remember in future to work according to the rules; but His ploughing was far better than that of the boy who gained the second prize, as the latter lad not finish his work well. The Chairman then read the judges report as follows-
CHAMPION PRIZE
For this, there was no competition. One land was struck and the crown framed, but it was so high, that it would have been impossible for any ploughman to have worked up to it.
GENERAL PLOUGHING.
First prize, £5 5s. and the medal—No. 12, George Lovelock.
Second prize, £4 4s.—No. 19, James Jones.
Third prize, £3 3s.—No. 22, John McLaren.
Fourth prize, £2 2s.—No. 11, Henry Pethick.
BOYS.
First prize, £3 3s.—No. 2, William Benney. Second prize, £2 2s.—No. 5, James Allen. Third prize, £1 1s.—No. 1, John McRae.
Best plough, £2 2.—No. 12, George Lovelock,
Best horse team. £2 2s.—A. grey mare and a chesnut mare belonging to Gabriel Cox.
The Vice-Chairman handed the prizes to the various winners.
The Chairman remarked that the only person who came to the scratch as a champion was James Foreman who had paid his guinea like a brick; and it had been thought that it would not be fair that he should go away without something for his trouble. It had been accordingly arranged that he should strike off his land and form his ridge, then instruct the boys during the remainder of the day. By this arrangement he had become entitled to exhibit his plough; but it yet remained to be explained whether the Judges had awarded him any prize for his work, as that was not clearly mentioned in their report.
Mr. Shore said they had not, on account of the ridge being so high, that no man at nine inches could have worked up to it (Hear, hear, and "That's true.")
Mr. Rollason said Mr. Foreman had attended exclusively to two boys—Allen and Benney—to the utter neglect of the others; so that he had not carried out the instructions of the Committee.
The Vice Chairman proposed "The Successful Competitors". The land they had to work on that day wasflrom its looseness, very difficult to those who were accustomed to a stiffer soil. It must have been noticed that they had to be continually cleaning their ploughshares, and he must say that, considering this disadvantage, the work generally did them very great credit. (Drank with musical honours)
Others who proposed toasts, or responded-. Mr. Henry Pethick, Dr. Knipe, Mr. Culley, Mr. Hewitt, Mr. Andrews.
......Soon after this the party separated, having done appropriate honours to the Chairman, the Vice-chairman, and the good host and hostess of Uncle Tom's Cabin. As Mrs. Palmer, of the Aldinga Hotel, is well-known and much respected by.travellers on the Yankalilla-road, we feel pleasure in mentioning that her illness has not been dangerous, and.that she is now considered to be recovering.
Adelaide Observer (SA), Saturday 8 September 1855
MOUNT BARKER ANNUAL PLOUGHING .MATCH.
This match came off on Thursday, 30th. August on a section of land belonging to L. Macfarlane, Esq, situated on the eastern extremity of the township.. The attendance was tolerably good, and the ploughing better than anything of the kind seen before. The Judges were Messrs, J. Bowman, Finniss Flat; A. Stark, Angas; and J. Gemmel Bugle Ranges.
The following entries were made:--
Owners. Ploughmen.
John Dunn A. Champion. Horses
L. Macfarlane Thomas Williams Horses
Donald Bain Owner Horses
J. Bell John Waddell, jun. Horses
W. Paterson, sen. W. Paterson, jun. Bollocks
J. Bell A. Hogarth Horses
L. Macfarlane A. Frazer Horses
John Lang Owner Bullocks
J. T. Bee C. Perry. Horses
J. Waddell, sen. Owner Bullocks.
BOYS
James Williams L. Williams Horses
T. Donoghue T. Donoghue jun. Horses
The ploughing began at 10 o'clock, and lasted the usual time, viz, five hours and a half. The Judges having gone over the ground, then proceeded to the Crown Inn, where a sumptuous entertainment had been provided by the worthy host Uphill. About 50 persons sat down under the presidency of R. B. Andrews, Esq, who was supported, right and left, by Messrs. Dawes, Colthurst, M.D., J. T. Bee, Dunn,sen. and jun., Cleggett, Bowman, and other gentlemen connected with the district. Mr. Allan Bell acted as croupier.
After ample justice had been done to the good things on the table, The Chairman proposed, in succession, the usual loyal toasts—"The Queen;" " Prince: Albert and the rest of the Royal Family;" "The Army and Navy, and our Allies;" which were pledged, and welcomed in a truly English way. The Mount Barker brass band played in good style several lively airs, and contributed to enliven the proceedings throughout the evening. The Chairman called on Mr. Stark, who proposed "The Mount Barker Agricultural Society." If they made as much progress in time to come as they had done in the last two years, they would have much cause for encouragement. He had not seen any ploughing so well dime before in that district, (Hear.) Mr. W. B. Dawes returned thanks. As the oldest member of the Society, he might be permitted to reply. He trusted they should not only witness improvement in the particular referred to by the last speaker, but in grain and stock. So far as his judgment went, the ploughing was very good. The boys were, in proportion, more forward than the men. He congratulated them on being able to induce one of their own class—one of their substantial farmers living in the neighbourhood—to fill the vice-chair. That was as it should be—(hear)—for it was essentially a farmers' society, and he thought it infra dig to be there in any other capacity than as a guest or a visitor. He-hoped his friend Mr. Bell would take the hint, and not be reluctant to preside at similar meetings.
Mr. J. T. Bee, the Secretary, then distributed the prizes as follows, the band playing "Speed the Plough"--
1st prize—Men's Class, No. 15, to Thos. Williams, £7 7s.; 2nd do., No. 12, Donald Bain; 3rd do., John Waddell, jun, £3 3s.; 4th do., No. 1, Andrew Frazer, £1 1s.
Boys' Class—1st prize, No. 19, T. Donoghue, jun, £3 3s.; 2nd do., Jas. Williams, £1 1s.
The Committee did not make any detailed report. The Vice-Chairman gave "The Successful Competitors." (Cheers.) Humorous recitation by Mr. Stoke.
Mr. Donoghue, Sen., responded. He thought the ploughing that day was better than what they saw on Tuesday at the Bugle; in the finishing particularly it was so. They wanted the work done so closely as not to have a grain lost. They did not want an inch of waste land, nor more than the width of the plough taken up in the finish. They also required that the work be brought closely together. (Hear.) Drunk with cheers............
Mr. John Dunn, Jun., gave "The Unsuccessful Competitors," and made some observations respecting the necessity of cleaning the wheat after it was thrashed. The millers could not show a good sample of flour if the wheat was not kept whole and clean. Song by Mr. Link............
Mr. Johnson to propose "The Parent Society," meaning, he supposed, the Adelaide one. They were not so well off in their district, not having the population. Government had given £100 to assist them in the city, and he (Mr. Johnson) though it would not be amiss if they remember the Mount Barker Society.
Mr. Hooper returned thanks........ Song by Mr. Russel. . ...
Mr. Shepherdson returned thanks, as, he believed, the oldest settler In the township. He remembered the grass growing on Christmas-day, 1838, on the spot where the ploughing match had taken place. It was the first time such a toast had been proposed at a public meeting, and he was glad to Ere it had been so heartily received....
The Agricultural Society in Adelaide received a medal for wheat said to have been produced in the south, {but it was not so, and he (Mr. Bee) thought their Society should lay claim to it. They would drink Mr. Bell's health as a good friend, a good father, and a good agriculturist; also Mrs. Bell and all the little Bells. (Cheers.)
The Vice-Chairman returned thanks,and the meeting shortly afterwards broke up. In the course of the evening Mr. Dawes stated that Mr. Baker, who had been on the ground, had wished him to say he should have been glad to have been at the dinner, but the bad state of his health prevented him,
Ploughing Match.—Mr. Wald, watchmaker and jeweller, Port Adelaide, is now proposing a handsome silver medal, with an engraved design of a ploughman in active employment. It is to be contended for at the forthcoming ploughing match at Yankalilla.
MOUNT BARKER ANNUAL PLOUGHING .MATCH.
This match came off on Thursday, 30th. August on a section of land belonging to L. Macfarlane, Esq, situated on the eastern extremity of the township.. The attendance was tolerably good, and the ploughing better than anything of the kind seen before. The Judges were Messrs, J. Bowman, Finniss Flat; A. Stark, Angas; and J. Gemmel Bugle Ranges.
The following entries were made:--
Owners. Ploughmen.
John Dunn A. Champion. Horses
L. Macfarlane Thomas Williams Horses
Donald Bain Owner Horses
J. Bell John Waddell, jun. Horses
W. Paterson, sen. W. Paterson, jun. Bollocks
J. Bell A. Hogarth Horses
L. Macfarlane A. Frazer Horses
John Lang Owner Bullocks
J. T. Bee C. Perry. Horses
J. Waddell, sen. Owner Bullocks.
BOYS
James Williams L. Williams Horses
T. Donoghue T. Donoghue jun. Horses
The ploughing began at 10 o'clock, and lasted the usual time, viz, five hours and a half. The Judges having gone over the ground, then proceeded to the Crown Inn, where a sumptuous entertainment had been provided by the worthy host Uphill. About 50 persons sat down under the presidency of R. B. Andrews, Esq, who was supported, right and left, by Messrs. Dawes, Colthurst, M.D., J. T. Bee, Dunn,sen. and jun., Cleggett, Bowman, and other gentlemen connected with the district. Mr. Allan Bell acted as croupier.
After ample justice had been done to the good things on the table, The Chairman proposed, in succession, the usual loyal toasts—"The Queen;" " Prince: Albert and the rest of the Royal Family;" "The Army and Navy, and our Allies;" which were pledged, and welcomed in a truly English way. The Mount Barker brass band played in good style several lively airs, and contributed to enliven the proceedings throughout the evening. The Chairman called on Mr. Stark, who proposed "The Mount Barker Agricultural Society." If they made as much progress in time to come as they had done in the last two years, they would have much cause for encouragement. He had not seen any ploughing so well dime before in that district, (Hear.) Mr. W. B. Dawes returned thanks. As the oldest member of the Society, he might be permitted to reply. He trusted they should not only witness improvement in the particular referred to by the last speaker, but in grain and stock. So far as his judgment went, the ploughing was very good. The boys were, in proportion, more forward than the men. He congratulated them on being able to induce one of their own class—one of their substantial farmers living in the neighbourhood—to fill the vice-chair. That was as it should be—(hear)—for it was essentially a farmers' society, and he thought it infra dig to be there in any other capacity than as a guest or a visitor. He-hoped his friend Mr. Bell would take the hint, and not be reluctant to preside at similar meetings.
Mr. J. T. Bee, the Secretary, then distributed the prizes as follows, the band playing "Speed the Plough"--
1st prize—Men's Class, No. 15, to Thos. Williams, £7 7s.; 2nd do., No. 12, Donald Bain; 3rd do., John Waddell, jun, £3 3s.; 4th do., No. 1, Andrew Frazer, £1 1s.
Boys' Class—1st prize, No. 19, T. Donoghue, jun, £3 3s.; 2nd do., Jas. Williams, £1 1s.
The Committee did not make any detailed report. The Vice-Chairman gave "The Successful Competitors." (Cheers.) Humorous recitation by Mr. Stoke.
Mr. Donoghue, Sen., responded. He thought the ploughing that day was better than what they saw on Tuesday at the Bugle; in the finishing particularly it was so. They wanted the work done so closely as not to have a grain lost. They did not want an inch of waste land, nor more than the width of the plough taken up in the finish. They also required that the work be brought closely together. (Hear.) Drunk with cheers............
Mr. John Dunn, Jun., gave "The Unsuccessful Competitors," and made some observations respecting the necessity of cleaning the wheat after it was thrashed. The millers could not show a good sample of flour if the wheat was not kept whole and clean. Song by Mr. Link............
Mr. Johnson to propose "The Parent Society," meaning, he supposed, the Adelaide one. They were not so well off in their district, not having the population. Government had given £100 to assist them in the city, and he (Mr. Johnson) though it would not be amiss if they remember the Mount Barker Society.
Mr. Hooper returned thanks........ Song by Mr. Russel. . ...
Mr. Shepherdson returned thanks, as, he believed, the oldest settler In the township. He remembered the grass growing on Christmas-day, 1838, on the spot where the ploughing match had taken place. It was the first time such a toast had been proposed at a public meeting, and he was glad to Ere it had been so heartily received....
The Agricultural Society in Adelaide received a medal for wheat said to have been produced in the south, {but it was not so, and he (Mr. Bee) thought their Society should lay claim to it. They would drink Mr. Bell's health as a good friend, a good father, and a good agriculturist; also Mrs. Bell and all the little Bells. (Cheers.)
The Vice-Chairman returned thanks,and the meeting shortly afterwards broke up. In the course of the evening Mr. Dawes stated that Mr. Baker, who had been on the ground, had wished him to say he should have been glad to have been at the dinner, but the bad state of his health prevented him,
Ploughing Match.—Mr. Wald, watchmaker and jeweller, Port Adelaide, is now proposing a handsome silver medal, with an engraved design of a ploughman in active employment. It is to be contended for at the forthcoming ploughing match at Yankalilla.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Saturday 8 September 1855
PLOUGHING MATCH AT MORPHETT VALE.
On Wednesday, this match came off on a fine sweep of land belonging to Mr. Pocock, situate about 200 yards to the south of the Emu Hotel. The ground was rather dry, the soil being red loam where the men ploughed --
the part allotted to boys being more sandy. The Judges were— Messrs. Thomas Wilson, Sturt; Daniel Ferguson, Glen Osmond; and Robert Smith, O'Halloran Hill. The day was, for the time of year, exceedingly warm, and the concourse of spectators, both male and female, tolerably numerous.
The following entries were made :--
CHAMPION'S PRIZE
Owner. Ploughmen. Teams,
James Foreman.... Self ..... Horses
MEN'S
Mrs. Graham .... Edward Kirk ... Horses
Bannister Booth ... Thomas Rhook ... Do
John Wright .... Self .... Bullocks
John Myles .... A. Sparks .... Horses
James Anderson sen. J. Anderson, jun. Do.
James Long .... Owner ....... Bullocks
James Bain .... John Marsh .... Horses
Thomas Brown .... Owner .... Do.
W. Chittleborough .... Owner .... Do.
Thomas Kelly ..... P. Lemon .... Do
BOYS
John Mudge, sen. ... J. Mudge ..... Horses.
C. Schultze .... B. Meyer ..... Bullocks.
W. Giles .... C. Collins .......... Do.
THE DINNER. The ploughing having been finished, the Judges inspected it, and returned to the Emu Hotel, when the list of prizes was made out. Dinner was served about half-past 6, of which upwards of fifty persons, visitors, friends and residents, partook. Mr. James Craig presided, and Mr. Edward Bradley acted as Croupier. The CHAIRMAN proposed the usual loyal toasts, which were heartily responded to. In giving the health of ' His Excellency the Governor,' he observed that it was pretty clear His Excellency was inclined to consult the wishes of the colonists, and like most of the Sovereigns in Europe in these days of progress, in so doing, saw that the best security for Governments was in the support which was accorded to them by the people. The SECRETARY then called over the list of prizes: --
James Foreman was entitled to the Champion's £5 5s., being the only competitor.
The medal was given to James Anderson, jun., with £5 5s., who also won a prize at Willunga a short time ago for the best pair of horses. The same horses worked at this match.
Second prize, £4 4s., A. Sparks; 3rd, £3 3s., Thos. Rhook; 4th, £2 2s., Thos. Brown.
Boys' prizes:— 1st to B. Meyer, £3 3s.; 2nd, C. Collins, £2 2s. ; 3rd, J. Mudge, £1 1s.
The CHAIRMAN said he wished to state that the head prize in the boys' class had been given to a German ; and he did so for the purpose of calling attention to their German fellow-colonists, some of whom had thought they would not get fair play if they competed, because they were foreigners. No distinction of that nature should exist, and he hoped in a future year that they should see more Germans present Mr. Clark, the Secretary, in proposing the health of the Judges, said they had always a difficult task to perform, and in many cases a thankless one. Some of them had come a long way, and they all were entitled to their thanks. Mr. Wilson returned thanks. They should bear in mind that the Judges did not know one man's ploughing from another, and that ploughing commended itself most which would cause the least waste of seed. They looked more at that than they did at there being a very straight line. He trusted they were above suspicion of unworthy motives. With regard to those who did not get prizes, the Judges could give no opinion as to their ploughing, because it was not necessary for them to examine it. Mr. Smith also returned thanks. He had lived among them when he was a ploughman, and then he could not please them, and now he had come to assist in forming a judgment of their competition, and it would appear he was still unable to do so, Mr. Long (interrupting), one of the competitors, said he wished to know in what respect his ploughing was defective. Mr. Smith— For one thing; your furrow was shorter than the distance prescribed by the rules. Mr. Clark observed that the managing Committee had taken great pains to get Judges who were fully competent and would act impartially. The CHAIRMAN said, as Mr. Long's ground was not gone over, it could not be expected that the Judge could give an opinion about it. In a future year it was intended that they should answer any question which might be put to them as to the nature of the ploughing. Mr. FERGUSON said Mr. Long's ploughing was not brought into competition for a prize.
Mr. Wilson proposed 'The Mercantile and Mining Interests.' In order that they might farm profitably they must have customers, and in order to enable them to buy they must be prosperous ; therefore, he would give them ' Success to the interests named. Mr. Young, Happy Valley, responded. He was glad to see so many old faces, some of whom he recognized as friends of 15 years standing. they could not wish too well to the interests referred to. Miners and mercantile men were the farmers' best customers. He could remember when those interests languished, and it was then that wheat was selling at half-a-crown a bushel. Last year, when those branches were prosperous, they got 12s. to 20s. per bushel. (Hear.) In conclusion, he would give them 'Success to the Agricultural Interest' (Drunk with three times three and one cheer more.) Mr. Fergusson responded.......
The CHAIRMAN corroborated the remarks of the last speaker respecting the use of guano. Mr. THOMAS AULD gave "The Health of the Successful Competitors." (Cheers.) Song by Mr. THOMAS WILSON, "The Wedding of Ballyporeen.' Mr. JAMES ANDERSON, jun., returned thanks. Mr. ANDERSON, jun., gave "The Unsuccessful Competitors." The VICE-CHAIRMAN returned thanks......... The VICE-CHAIRMAN gave 'Lady MacDonnell and the Ladies.' (Cheers.) Song—' Here's a health to all good lasses.' Mr. George Spriggs returned thanks. Song by the CHAIRMAN— ' O'er the hills to Gowrie.' Mr. ALFRED WILSON proposed "A free and independent Press.' Mr. HARRISON returned thanks. Song by the VICE-CHAIRMAN— 'Green grow the rushes, oh ! ' The health of the Chairman and Vice-Chairman followed, and the company then left shortly before 10 o'clock.
PLOUGHING MATCH AT MORPHETT VALE.
On Wednesday, this match came off on a fine sweep of land belonging to Mr. Pocock, situate about 200 yards to the south of the Emu Hotel. The ground was rather dry, the soil being red loam where the men ploughed --
the part allotted to boys being more sandy. The Judges were— Messrs. Thomas Wilson, Sturt; Daniel Ferguson, Glen Osmond; and Robert Smith, O'Halloran Hill. The day was, for the time of year, exceedingly warm, and the concourse of spectators, both male and female, tolerably numerous.
The following entries were made :--
CHAMPION'S PRIZE
Owner. Ploughmen. Teams,
James Foreman.... Self ..... Horses
MEN'S
Mrs. Graham .... Edward Kirk ... Horses
Bannister Booth ... Thomas Rhook ... Do
John Wright .... Self .... Bullocks
John Myles .... A. Sparks .... Horses
James Anderson sen. J. Anderson, jun. Do.
James Long .... Owner ....... Bullocks
James Bain .... John Marsh .... Horses
Thomas Brown .... Owner .... Do.
W. Chittleborough .... Owner .... Do.
Thomas Kelly ..... P. Lemon .... Do
BOYS
John Mudge, sen. ... J. Mudge ..... Horses.
C. Schultze .... B. Meyer ..... Bullocks.
W. Giles .... C. Collins .......... Do.
THE DINNER. The ploughing having been finished, the Judges inspected it, and returned to the Emu Hotel, when the list of prizes was made out. Dinner was served about half-past 6, of which upwards of fifty persons, visitors, friends and residents, partook. Mr. James Craig presided, and Mr. Edward Bradley acted as Croupier. The CHAIRMAN proposed the usual loyal toasts, which were heartily responded to. In giving the health of ' His Excellency the Governor,' he observed that it was pretty clear His Excellency was inclined to consult the wishes of the colonists, and like most of the Sovereigns in Europe in these days of progress, in so doing, saw that the best security for Governments was in the support which was accorded to them by the people. The SECRETARY then called over the list of prizes: --
James Foreman was entitled to the Champion's £5 5s., being the only competitor.
The medal was given to James Anderson, jun., with £5 5s., who also won a prize at Willunga a short time ago for the best pair of horses. The same horses worked at this match.
Second prize, £4 4s., A. Sparks; 3rd, £3 3s., Thos. Rhook; 4th, £2 2s., Thos. Brown.
Boys' prizes:— 1st to B. Meyer, £3 3s.; 2nd, C. Collins, £2 2s. ; 3rd, J. Mudge, £1 1s.
The CHAIRMAN said he wished to state that the head prize in the boys' class had been given to a German ; and he did so for the purpose of calling attention to their German fellow-colonists, some of whom had thought they would not get fair play if they competed, because they were foreigners. No distinction of that nature should exist, and he hoped in a future year that they should see more Germans present Mr. Clark, the Secretary, in proposing the health of the Judges, said they had always a difficult task to perform, and in many cases a thankless one. Some of them had come a long way, and they all were entitled to their thanks. Mr. Wilson returned thanks. They should bear in mind that the Judges did not know one man's ploughing from another, and that ploughing commended itself most which would cause the least waste of seed. They looked more at that than they did at there being a very straight line. He trusted they were above suspicion of unworthy motives. With regard to those who did not get prizes, the Judges could give no opinion as to their ploughing, because it was not necessary for them to examine it. Mr. Smith also returned thanks. He had lived among them when he was a ploughman, and then he could not please them, and now he had come to assist in forming a judgment of their competition, and it would appear he was still unable to do so, Mr. Long (interrupting), one of the competitors, said he wished to know in what respect his ploughing was defective. Mr. Smith— For one thing; your furrow was shorter than the distance prescribed by the rules. Mr. Clark observed that the managing Committee had taken great pains to get Judges who were fully competent and would act impartially. The CHAIRMAN said, as Mr. Long's ground was not gone over, it could not be expected that the Judge could give an opinion about it. In a future year it was intended that they should answer any question which might be put to them as to the nature of the ploughing. Mr. FERGUSON said Mr. Long's ploughing was not brought into competition for a prize.
Mr. Wilson proposed 'The Mercantile and Mining Interests.' In order that they might farm profitably they must have customers, and in order to enable them to buy they must be prosperous ; therefore, he would give them ' Success to the interests named. Mr. Young, Happy Valley, responded. He was glad to see so many old faces, some of whom he recognized as friends of 15 years standing. they could not wish too well to the interests referred to. Miners and mercantile men were the farmers' best customers. He could remember when those interests languished, and it was then that wheat was selling at half-a-crown a bushel. Last year, when those branches were prosperous, they got 12s. to 20s. per bushel. (Hear.) In conclusion, he would give them 'Success to the Agricultural Interest' (Drunk with three times three and one cheer more.) Mr. Fergusson responded.......
The CHAIRMAN corroborated the remarks of the last speaker respecting the use of guano. Mr. THOMAS AULD gave "The Health of the Successful Competitors." (Cheers.) Song by Mr. THOMAS WILSON, "The Wedding of Ballyporeen.' Mr. JAMES ANDERSON, jun., returned thanks. Mr. ANDERSON, jun., gave "The Unsuccessful Competitors." The VICE-CHAIRMAN returned thanks......... The VICE-CHAIRMAN gave 'Lady MacDonnell and the Ladies.' (Cheers.) Song—' Here's a health to all good lasses.' Mr. George Spriggs returned thanks. Song by the CHAIRMAN— ' O'er the hills to Gowrie.' Mr. ALFRED WILSON proposed "A free and independent Press.' Mr. HARRISON returned thanks. Song by the VICE-CHAIRMAN— 'Green grow the rushes, oh ! ' The health of the Chairman and Vice-Chairman followed, and the company then left shortly before 10 o'clock.
Adelaide Observer (SA), Saturday 15 September 1855
S.A. AGRICULTURAL AND HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH. Friday Sept 14.
Judges—Messrs. J. T. Bee, D, Ferguson, V. Shannon, T. Hogarth, and R. Addis.
The Ploughing Match took place on the next section south of Thebarton, an excellent and level piece of red
virgin loam. The conditions were read upon the field by the Committee, viz.:--
Each competitor for each prize will have to plough half-an-acre of land, in one whole and two half-lands, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. The Judges will not appear on the ground until the matches are over and the ploughs removed. The ground will be selected by the Committee, measured in lots, and numbered. The ground will be taken by lot; the lots drawn for on the ground at 9 o'clock on the morning of the 11th. Each farrow to be ploughed 9 inches wide and 5 inches deep. A written notice, containing the name of the owner of each plough, description of plough, whether cattle or horses, and the class for which he intends to compete, to be delivered to the Secretary.
Men's Class.—First prize, £7; second prize, £5; third prize, £3.
Youths' Class. Under 18 years of age.—First prize. £i; second prize, £3; third prize, £2; lourth prize, £1.
Champion Prize.—For ploughmen who have taken first prizes at any match in the colony. First prize, £10 10s.; second prize, £3 3s. A medal of the value of £5 5s. will be presented to the person adjudged to have ploughed his ground best on the field, in addition to his other prize. For the best plough at work on the field, to he approved by the Judges—First prize, £2 2s.; second prizes £1 1s. For the best team of horses used in the match, being the property of one individual, £2 2s. For the host team of bullocks used In the match, being the property of one individual, £2 2s. No entrance money will be required on this occasion, but owners of the teams must be members of the Society. The following is a list of the entries:--
GENERAL PLOUGHING.
2. William Miles—Horse-team; 1-wheel iron plough. Owner, William Fergusson.
3. James Foreman, owner—Horse-team; 2-wheel iron plough.
4. Gilbert Fergusson—Horse-team; iron swing plough. Owner, Daniel Fergusson,
5. James Anderson—Horse-team; iron swing plough. Owner, Alexander Anderson.
6. John Waddell—Horse-team; iron swing plough. Owner, Allan Bell.
7. T. P. Jones—Horse-team; 2-wheel iron plough. Owner, T. F. Jones.
8. Richard Lonsdale—Horse-team; 2-wheel iron plough. Owner, William Blythmen.
9. Thomas Brown—Horse-team; swingplough. Owner, . T. Brown.
10. Thomas Jones—Horse-team; iron swing plough. Owner, Robert Milne.
11. Gordon Leslie—Bullock-team; 2-wheel iron plough. Owner, Gordon Leslie.
12. William Blythmen—Horse-team; 2-wheel iron plough. Owner, William Blythmen.
13. Skiffington Twigden—Horse-team; 2-wheel .Iron plough. Owner, Skiffington Twigden.
14. Wm. George—Horse-team; 2-wheel iron plough. Owner, Samuel Good.
15. George Palmer—Horse-team; iron swing plough. Owner, Robert Milne.
16. George Blythmen — Horse-team; 1-wheel iron plough. Owner, William Blythmen.
17. John Cook—Bullock-team; 2-wheel iron plough. Owner, John Cook.
18. Thomas Pitt—Horse-team; 1-wheel iron plough. Owners, Goode Brothers.
19. Timothy Norman — Horse-team; 1-wheel iron plough. Owner, Robert Asladen.
BOYS' CLASS.
21. Christian Schulz — Bullock-team; iron swing plough. Owner, Francis Bracknaer.
22. Charles Overton — Horse-team; 1-wheel iron plough. Owner, Thomas Overton.
The field was visited in the course of the day by His Excellency the Governor and a very large number of
gentlemen, many of whom we recognised as practical farmers. The work was generally much admired, and the show of teams was most gratifying. The Judges' award was not made public on the ground: it will be found in the report of the dinner.
ANNUAL EXHIBITION OF STOCK.
The animal show of stock took place at the Cattle Market, the use of which had been kindly granted by His Worship the Mayor and the Corporation of Adelaide. The following prizes were offered for competition:--
CATTLE. For the best Bull of any breed £10 10, Second best ditto £5 5, For the best two year old ditto £2 2 For the best yearling ditto £2 2, For the best Dairy Cow £4 4, Second best ditto £2 2, Third best ditto £1.1, For the best Fat Steer £2 2, For the best Fat Heifer £2 2
SHEEP. For the best Combing Ram £5 5, Second best ditto £3 3, For the best Clothing Ram £5 5, Second best ditto £3 3, For the best pen of Six Fat Wethers £2 2, Second best ditto £1 1
SWINE For the best Boar £5 5, Second best ditto £3 3, For the best Breeding Sow £3 3, For the best Fat Pig £2 2
HORSE STOCK. For the best Draught Stallion £10 10, Second best ditto £5 5, For the best Draught Brood Mare £3 3, Second best ditto £2 2, For the best Blood Stallion £4 4s. Special Prize by John Baker, Esq., M.L.C £6 6s. Second best Blood Stallion £2 2s. Special Prize by John Baker, Esq, M.L.C. £3 3s. For the best Blood Brood Mare £3 3, Second best ditto £2 2, For the best Blood Entire under three years old £2 2, For the best ditto under two years old £2 2, For the best ditto Filly under three years old £2 2.
Special Prizes, amounting to £100, presented to the Society by E. C. Gwynne, Esq., M.L.C., to breeders or importers of Draught Horses:--
For the best three year old Stallion ... £10 0, Second best ditto £5 0, For the best two year old Stallion £10 0
Second best ditto £5 0, For the best one year old Stallion £10 0, Second best ditto £5 0 For the best three year old Mare £5 0, Second best ditto £4 0, For the best two year old Filly £5 0, Second best ditto £3 0, For the best one year old Filly £5 0, Second best ditto £3 0, For the best Mare imported since last Show £20 0, Second best ditto £10 0. Total £100 0
SPECIAL PRIZES His Excellency the Governor having been pleased to direct that the sum voted during the last session, by the Legislative Council for that purpose should be awarded by the Judges of Horse Stock appointed by this Society, : the Committee invited exhibitions for a prize For the best cart stallion imported into the colony since last Show up to 1st September, 1855 £100 0.
The following is the list of Judges:--
Cattle.—Messrs. Richard Smith, James Douglas, and Alexander Brodie.
Sheep.—John Hamilton, Alexander Buchanan, and Price Maurice.
Swine.—Messrs. George Brunskill and Samuel Goode, sen.
Blood Stock.—Messrs. John Harvey, J. R. Norman, and John Formby.
Draught Stock and Mr. Gwynne's Prizes.—Messrs. Robert Hurley, Samuel Goode, sen, Robert Milne, William Bowman, and Alfred Wilson.
The quantity of stock exhibited was far greater than on any previous occasion. We subjoin the entries.
CATTLE. Bulls, of any breed.—No. 1, J. & C. Fisher; No. 2, Lachlan McBean; No. 3, E. M. Bagot.
Two year old Bulls.—Nos. 1 and 2, G.F.Angas; No. 3, E. M. Bagot.
Yearling Bulls.—No 1, Neil Malcolm; Nos. 2 to 4, G. F. Angus: No. 5, E. M. Bagot.
Dairy Cows.—Nos. 1 and 2, William Burridge; No. 3, Richard Blackler ; Nos. 4 to 2, J. &C.Fisher; Nos. 10 and 11, Lachlan McBean; Nos. 12 to 21, E. 31. Bagot.
Fat Steers.—Nos. 1 to 11, J. & C. Fisher., Fat Heifers.—Nos. 1 and 2, Laclilan McBeau; No. 3, E. M. Bagot.
SHEEP. Combing Rams.—Nos. 1 to 4, John Murray., Clothing Rams.—Nos. 1 and 2, John Murray.
Pens of six fat Wethers.—Nos. 1 and 6, J. W.Hillcoat; Nos. 2 to 5, J. & C. Fisher.
SWINE. Boars.—No. 1, Richard Bennett. Breeding Sows.—No. 1. Goode Brothers; 2. Richard Bennett.
Fat Pigs.—No. 1, Richard Bennett.
HORSE STOCK. Draught Stations.—No. I, Friend Cleggett; 2, — Woodhead; 3, John Gardner; 4, John Lang; 5, James Hunter; 6. James Clarke; 7, Thomas Johnson; 8, John Hall; 9, William Basham; 10, John O'Dea; 11, William Harris. Draught Brood Mares.—No. 1, E. Aitchison; 2, Thos, Hatton; 3 and 4, J. and C. Fisher.
Blood Stallions.—Nos. 1 & 2, J. and C, Fisher (imported); 3, J. W. Hillcoat (colonial); 4, Charles Scott (imported).
Blood Brood Mares.—Nos. 1 and 2, J. and C. Fisher.
MR. GWYNNE'S SPECIAL PRIZES. The following entries were made, but the Judges removed some of the horses from one class to another, in consequence of the ages being incorrectly estimated:--
Draught Stallions.—Three years old—No. 1, Bell Freeman; 2, Reed and Hamlyn; 3, William Burridge.
Draught Stallions.—Two years old—No. 1, John Kearnes; 2, J. & C. Fisher; 3, John Gardner.
Draught Stallions.—One year old—No. 1, John Kearnes.
Draught Mares.—Three years old—No. 1, J. and C. Fisher.
Draught Mares.—Two years old—No. 1, J. and C. Fisher; No, 2, Francis Broekmeir..
Draught Mares.—One year old—No. 1, Jos. Ind.
Mares imported since last Show—No. 1, C. Jaensch; No. 2, Society for the Importation of Draught Stock.
GOVERNMENT SPECIAL PRIZE. Nos.1-4, Society for the Importation of Draught Stock; Nos.5 & 6, J. & C. Fisher
The prizes were awarded as follows:--
CATTLE. Bulls.—First prize. No. 1, J. and C. Fisher; second prize. No. 3, E. H. Bagot. Bulls.—Two years old—No. 3, E. M. Bagot. Bulls.—Yearling—No. 1, N. Malcolm. Dairy Cows.—First prize, No. 5, J. and C. Fisher; second prize, No. 7, J. and C. Fisher; third prize, No. 6, J. and C. Fisher. Fat Steer.—First prize, J. and C. Fisher (a yellow cock horned bullock, branded WM on the side, too wild to be numbered). Fat Heifer.—No. 3, E. M. Bagot.
SHEEP. Combing Rams.—First prize, No. 3, John Murray; second prize, No. 2, John Murray. Clothing Rams.—First prize, No, 1, John Murray; second prize, No. 2, John Murray. Fat Wethers.—First prize. No. 2, J. and C. Fisher; second prize, No. 3, J. and C. Fisher.
SWINE, Boar.—No. 1, R. Bennett, Sow.—No. 2, ditto. Fat Pig.—No. 1, ditto.
HORSE STOCK. Draught Stallion.—First prize, No. 3, — Woodhead (Warwick) second prize, No. 5 James Hunter (Wallam). Draught Brood Mares.—First prize, No. 4, J. and C. Fisher; second prize, No. 3, J. and C. Fisher.
Blood Stallions.—First prize, No. 4, Charles Scott (Frank) .; second prize. No. 1 J. and C. Fisher.
Blood Brood Mares.—First prize, No. 2, J. and C. Fisher,; second prize, No. 1, J. and C. Fisher.
MR. GWYNNE'S SPECIAL PRIZES. Stallions.—Three years old—First prize, No. 6. James Clark (Hero): second prize, No. 10, John O'Dea (Young Milton). Stallions.—Two years old—First prize, No. 1, J. Kearnes; second prize, No. 2, Eeid & Hamlyn. Stallions.—One year old—First prize. No. 1, J. Kearnes; second prize, No. 3, John Gardiner. Mares—Three years old—First prize, No. 1, J. and C. Fisher. Fillies—Two years old—First prize, No. 2. F. Brockmeir.; second prize, No. 1, J. and C.Fisher. Fillies.—One year old—No. 1, Jos. Ind.
Mares imported since last Show—First prize, No. 1, C. Jaensch (grey mare); second prize, No. 2, Society for the Importation of Draught Stock (Jessie).
GOVERNMENT PRIZE Cart Stallions imported since last Show, up 1st September, 1855.—No. 1, Society for the Importation of Draught Stock (Young Hertford—Lincoln breed). At 3 o'clock Mr. J. B. Neales sold by auction the stock imported by the Society. They were knocked down as follows :--
Young Briton, Mr. Gwynne, £400. Prince Albert, Mr. W. Dufficld, £255. Clydesdale, Mr. Wm. Ferguson (Rosefield), £515. Young Hertford. Messrs. Cleggett & Hunt, £580. Jessie (mare), Mr. Gwynne, £280.
The weather was fine, with the exception of a single shower till the conclusion of the Show. The number of visitors in the course of the day must have been very large, as there were at least 2,000 assembled at the sale of the horses. His Excellency the Governor was present for some time, and appeared to examine the stock with
much interest.
We believe we speak the feeling of every one present when we say the utmost credit is due to the Committee for their arrangements, and to the Secretary, Mr. Alston, for his attention and courtesy; but it was generally considered that the convenience of all would be better served another year by fixing the ploughing match and the show of stock on separate days, as the one interfered too much with the other, and the ploughmen are debarred from the pleasure of seeing the horses and cattle. We must not close our notfice of this important exhibition without mentioning a large collection of improved machinery in modern husbandry shown by Messrs Tuxford. It included thrashing and dressing machines, clod crushers, carte, waggons, drills, horserakes, ploughs, harrows, scarifiers, and subsoil pulverizers, from the houses of Crossbill, Garrett; Tuxford, Howard, Ransome, Hornsby, &c. They formed a very interesting feature in the attractions of the day, and excited much attention among practical agriculturist.
THE DINNER took place, as announced, at the Napoleon Bonaparte, King William-street, and it is scarcely necessary to say that both the dinner and the wines, the cuisine and the attendance, were quite worthy of the known character of that splendid establishment. The chair was taken by J. Baker, Esq. On his right sat, as a guest of honour. His Excellency the Governor-in-Chief and on the left of the Chairman sat B. T. Finniss, Esq., Colonial Secretary. The large room was filled with a goodly company, including a large number of the substantial yeomanry, the pride as they are of their adopted country, the undoubted supporters of its material prosperity........
The Secretary, then read the list of prizes awarded for ploughing, viz.
MEN'S CLASS. T. P. Jones (No. 7), first prize, £7; Skiffington Twigden (No. 13), 2nd, £5;
John Cook (No. 17), 3rd, £3.
YOUTH'S CLASS. Charles Overton (No. 22), 1st prize, £4: Christian Schulitz (No. 21), 2nd, £3.
CHAMPION CLASS.James Foreman (No. 3) 1st prize, £10 10s.; William Miles (No. 2) 2nd do., £5 5s.
BEST PLOUGHING ON THE FIELD. J. P. Jones (No. 7), the silver medal.
PLOUGHS. The Judges not having seen them at work, declined to award any prize.
BEST TEAM OF HORSES ON THE FIELD. Mr. Good, sen, £2 2s.
BEST TEAM OF BULLOCKS ON THE FIELD. Mr. Cook, £2 2s.
His Excellency handed the prize to each successful competitor as he came forward, accompanying it in each instance with a gracious remark or an encouraging compliment. To Charles Overton His Excellency said, " I should not have supposed, from your youthful appearance, that you were able to win a prize. It gives me great pleasure to hand what you have won so well over to you; it is a pleasing proof of what we may expect from
the young men of this colony." (Loud applause.) His Excellency, in handing the prize to James Foreman, said he understood that was the 12th testimony of ability as a ploughman which he had won. He was glad of
that.............................................................
Mr. C. Fisher said he felt great pride in being such a successful competitor for the prizes of the day, and all he could say was that he would endeavour to carry off more prizes next year. (A laugh.)..............
Mr. Bagot gave "The Unsuccessful Competitors," expressing a hope that they would he more successful on
another occasion...........
The Chairman said the Committee would be happy to receive the promised amount or any other sum, as a special prize, which would be devoted to the object for which it was given. He thought they ought not to separate without drinking the healths of the gentlemen who had contributed towards the funds of the Society, and with that toast he would associate the name of Mr. Gwynne, who had contributed £100. The toast having been responded to, the Chairman withdrew.
S.A. AGRICULTURAL AND HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH. Friday Sept 14.
Judges—Messrs. J. T. Bee, D, Ferguson, V. Shannon, T. Hogarth, and R. Addis.
The Ploughing Match took place on the next section south of Thebarton, an excellent and level piece of red
virgin loam. The conditions were read upon the field by the Committee, viz.:--
Each competitor for each prize will have to plough half-an-acre of land, in one whole and two half-lands, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. The Judges will not appear on the ground until the matches are over and the ploughs removed. The ground will be selected by the Committee, measured in lots, and numbered. The ground will be taken by lot; the lots drawn for on the ground at 9 o'clock on the morning of the 11th. Each farrow to be ploughed 9 inches wide and 5 inches deep. A written notice, containing the name of the owner of each plough, description of plough, whether cattle or horses, and the class for which he intends to compete, to be delivered to the Secretary.
Men's Class.—First prize, £7; second prize, £5; third prize, £3.
Youths' Class. Under 18 years of age.—First prize. £i; second prize, £3; third prize, £2; lourth prize, £1.
Champion Prize.—For ploughmen who have taken first prizes at any match in the colony. First prize, £10 10s.; second prize, £3 3s. A medal of the value of £5 5s. will be presented to the person adjudged to have ploughed his ground best on the field, in addition to his other prize. For the best plough at work on the field, to he approved by the Judges—First prize, £2 2s.; second prizes £1 1s. For the best team of horses used in the match, being the property of one individual, £2 2s. For the host team of bullocks used In the match, being the property of one individual, £2 2s. No entrance money will be required on this occasion, but owners of the teams must be members of the Society. The following is a list of the entries:--
GENERAL PLOUGHING.
2. William Miles—Horse-team; 1-wheel iron plough. Owner, William Fergusson.
3. James Foreman, owner—Horse-team; 2-wheel iron plough.
4. Gilbert Fergusson—Horse-team; iron swing plough. Owner, Daniel Fergusson,
5. James Anderson—Horse-team; iron swing plough. Owner, Alexander Anderson.
6. John Waddell—Horse-team; iron swing plough. Owner, Allan Bell.
7. T. P. Jones—Horse-team; 2-wheel iron plough. Owner, T. F. Jones.
8. Richard Lonsdale—Horse-team; 2-wheel iron plough. Owner, William Blythmen.
9. Thomas Brown—Horse-team; swingplough. Owner, . T. Brown.
10. Thomas Jones—Horse-team; iron swing plough. Owner, Robert Milne.
11. Gordon Leslie—Bullock-team; 2-wheel iron plough. Owner, Gordon Leslie.
12. William Blythmen—Horse-team; 2-wheel iron plough. Owner, William Blythmen.
13. Skiffington Twigden—Horse-team; 2-wheel .Iron plough. Owner, Skiffington Twigden.
14. Wm. George—Horse-team; 2-wheel iron plough. Owner, Samuel Good.
15. George Palmer—Horse-team; iron swing plough. Owner, Robert Milne.
16. George Blythmen — Horse-team; 1-wheel iron plough. Owner, William Blythmen.
17. John Cook—Bullock-team; 2-wheel iron plough. Owner, John Cook.
18. Thomas Pitt—Horse-team; 1-wheel iron plough. Owners, Goode Brothers.
19. Timothy Norman — Horse-team; 1-wheel iron plough. Owner, Robert Asladen.
BOYS' CLASS.
21. Christian Schulz — Bullock-team; iron swing plough. Owner, Francis Bracknaer.
22. Charles Overton — Horse-team; 1-wheel iron plough. Owner, Thomas Overton.
The field was visited in the course of the day by His Excellency the Governor and a very large number of
gentlemen, many of whom we recognised as practical farmers. The work was generally much admired, and the show of teams was most gratifying. The Judges' award was not made public on the ground: it will be found in the report of the dinner.
ANNUAL EXHIBITION OF STOCK.
The animal show of stock took place at the Cattle Market, the use of which had been kindly granted by His Worship the Mayor and the Corporation of Adelaide. The following prizes were offered for competition:--
CATTLE. For the best Bull of any breed £10 10, Second best ditto £5 5, For the best two year old ditto £2 2 For the best yearling ditto £2 2, For the best Dairy Cow £4 4, Second best ditto £2 2, Third best ditto £1.1, For the best Fat Steer £2 2, For the best Fat Heifer £2 2
SHEEP. For the best Combing Ram £5 5, Second best ditto £3 3, For the best Clothing Ram £5 5, Second best ditto £3 3, For the best pen of Six Fat Wethers £2 2, Second best ditto £1 1
SWINE For the best Boar £5 5, Second best ditto £3 3, For the best Breeding Sow £3 3, For the best Fat Pig £2 2
HORSE STOCK. For the best Draught Stallion £10 10, Second best ditto £5 5, For the best Draught Brood Mare £3 3, Second best ditto £2 2, For the best Blood Stallion £4 4s. Special Prize by John Baker, Esq., M.L.C £6 6s. Second best Blood Stallion £2 2s. Special Prize by John Baker, Esq, M.L.C. £3 3s. For the best Blood Brood Mare £3 3, Second best ditto £2 2, For the best Blood Entire under three years old £2 2, For the best ditto under two years old £2 2, For the best ditto Filly under three years old £2 2.
Special Prizes, amounting to £100, presented to the Society by E. C. Gwynne, Esq., M.L.C., to breeders or importers of Draught Horses:--
For the best three year old Stallion ... £10 0, Second best ditto £5 0, For the best two year old Stallion £10 0
Second best ditto £5 0, For the best one year old Stallion £10 0, Second best ditto £5 0 For the best three year old Mare £5 0, Second best ditto £4 0, For the best two year old Filly £5 0, Second best ditto £3 0, For the best one year old Filly £5 0, Second best ditto £3 0, For the best Mare imported since last Show £20 0, Second best ditto £10 0. Total £100 0
SPECIAL PRIZES His Excellency the Governor having been pleased to direct that the sum voted during the last session, by the Legislative Council for that purpose should be awarded by the Judges of Horse Stock appointed by this Society, : the Committee invited exhibitions for a prize For the best cart stallion imported into the colony since last Show up to 1st September, 1855 £100 0.
The following is the list of Judges:--
Cattle.—Messrs. Richard Smith, James Douglas, and Alexander Brodie.
Sheep.—John Hamilton, Alexander Buchanan, and Price Maurice.
Swine.—Messrs. George Brunskill and Samuel Goode, sen.
Blood Stock.—Messrs. John Harvey, J. R. Norman, and John Formby.
Draught Stock and Mr. Gwynne's Prizes.—Messrs. Robert Hurley, Samuel Goode, sen, Robert Milne, William Bowman, and Alfred Wilson.
The quantity of stock exhibited was far greater than on any previous occasion. We subjoin the entries.
CATTLE. Bulls, of any breed.—No. 1, J. & C. Fisher; No. 2, Lachlan McBean; No. 3, E. M. Bagot.
Two year old Bulls.—Nos. 1 and 2, G.F.Angas; No. 3, E. M. Bagot.
Yearling Bulls.—No 1, Neil Malcolm; Nos. 2 to 4, G. F. Angus: No. 5, E. M. Bagot.
Dairy Cows.—Nos. 1 and 2, William Burridge; No. 3, Richard Blackler ; Nos. 4 to 2, J. &C.Fisher; Nos. 10 and 11, Lachlan McBean; Nos. 12 to 21, E. 31. Bagot.
Fat Steers.—Nos. 1 to 11, J. & C. Fisher., Fat Heifers.—Nos. 1 and 2, Laclilan McBeau; No. 3, E. M. Bagot.
SHEEP. Combing Rams.—Nos. 1 to 4, John Murray., Clothing Rams.—Nos. 1 and 2, John Murray.
Pens of six fat Wethers.—Nos. 1 and 6, J. W.Hillcoat; Nos. 2 to 5, J. & C. Fisher.
SWINE. Boars.—No. 1, Richard Bennett. Breeding Sows.—No. 1. Goode Brothers; 2. Richard Bennett.
Fat Pigs.—No. 1, Richard Bennett.
HORSE STOCK. Draught Stations.—No. I, Friend Cleggett; 2, — Woodhead; 3, John Gardner; 4, John Lang; 5, James Hunter; 6. James Clarke; 7, Thomas Johnson; 8, John Hall; 9, William Basham; 10, John O'Dea; 11, William Harris. Draught Brood Mares.—No. 1, E. Aitchison; 2, Thos, Hatton; 3 and 4, J. and C. Fisher.
Blood Stallions.—Nos. 1 & 2, J. and C, Fisher (imported); 3, J. W. Hillcoat (colonial); 4, Charles Scott (imported).
Blood Brood Mares.—Nos. 1 and 2, J. and C. Fisher.
MR. GWYNNE'S SPECIAL PRIZES. The following entries were made, but the Judges removed some of the horses from one class to another, in consequence of the ages being incorrectly estimated:--
Draught Stallions.—Three years old—No. 1, Bell Freeman; 2, Reed and Hamlyn; 3, William Burridge.
Draught Stallions.—Two years old—No. 1, John Kearnes; 2, J. & C. Fisher; 3, John Gardner.
Draught Stallions.—One year old—No. 1, John Kearnes.
Draught Mares.—Three years old—No. 1, J. and C. Fisher.
Draught Mares.—Two years old—No. 1, J. and C. Fisher; No, 2, Francis Broekmeir..
Draught Mares.—One year old—No. 1, Jos. Ind.
Mares imported since last Show—No. 1, C. Jaensch; No. 2, Society for the Importation of Draught Stock.
GOVERNMENT SPECIAL PRIZE. Nos.1-4, Society for the Importation of Draught Stock; Nos.5 & 6, J. & C. Fisher
The prizes were awarded as follows:--
CATTLE. Bulls.—First prize. No. 1, J. and C. Fisher; second prize. No. 3, E. H. Bagot. Bulls.—Two years old—No. 3, E. M. Bagot. Bulls.—Yearling—No. 1, N. Malcolm. Dairy Cows.—First prize, No. 5, J. and C. Fisher; second prize, No. 7, J. and C. Fisher; third prize, No. 6, J. and C. Fisher. Fat Steer.—First prize, J. and C. Fisher (a yellow cock horned bullock, branded WM on the side, too wild to be numbered). Fat Heifer.—No. 3, E. M. Bagot.
SHEEP. Combing Rams.—First prize, No. 3, John Murray; second prize, No. 2, John Murray. Clothing Rams.—First prize, No, 1, John Murray; second prize, No. 2, John Murray. Fat Wethers.—First prize. No. 2, J. and C. Fisher; second prize, No. 3, J. and C. Fisher.
SWINE, Boar.—No. 1, R. Bennett, Sow.—No. 2, ditto. Fat Pig.—No. 1, ditto.
HORSE STOCK. Draught Stallion.—First prize, No. 3, — Woodhead (Warwick) second prize, No. 5 James Hunter (Wallam). Draught Brood Mares.—First prize, No. 4, J. and C. Fisher; second prize, No. 3, J. and C. Fisher.
Blood Stallions.—First prize, No. 4, Charles Scott (Frank) .; second prize. No. 1 J. and C. Fisher.
Blood Brood Mares.—First prize, No. 2, J. and C. Fisher,; second prize, No. 1, J. and C. Fisher.
MR. GWYNNE'S SPECIAL PRIZES. Stallions.—Three years old—First prize, No. 6. James Clark (Hero): second prize, No. 10, John O'Dea (Young Milton). Stallions.—Two years old—First prize, No. 1, J. Kearnes; second prize, No. 2, Eeid & Hamlyn. Stallions.—One year old—First prize. No. 1, J. Kearnes; second prize, No. 3, John Gardiner. Mares—Three years old—First prize, No. 1, J. and C. Fisher. Fillies—Two years old—First prize, No. 2. F. Brockmeir.; second prize, No. 1, J. and C.Fisher. Fillies.—One year old—No. 1, Jos. Ind.
Mares imported since last Show—First prize, No. 1, C. Jaensch (grey mare); second prize, No. 2, Society for the Importation of Draught Stock (Jessie).
GOVERNMENT PRIZE Cart Stallions imported since last Show, up 1st September, 1855.—No. 1, Society for the Importation of Draught Stock (Young Hertford—Lincoln breed). At 3 o'clock Mr. J. B. Neales sold by auction the stock imported by the Society. They were knocked down as follows :--
Young Briton, Mr. Gwynne, £400. Prince Albert, Mr. W. Dufficld, £255. Clydesdale, Mr. Wm. Ferguson (Rosefield), £515. Young Hertford. Messrs. Cleggett & Hunt, £580. Jessie (mare), Mr. Gwynne, £280.
The weather was fine, with the exception of a single shower till the conclusion of the Show. The number of visitors in the course of the day must have been very large, as there were at least 2,000 assembled at the sale of the horses. His Excellency the Governor was present for some time, and appeared to examine the stock with
much interest.
We believe we speak the feeling of every one present when we say the utmost credit is due to the Committee for their arrangements, and to the Secretary, Mr. Alston, for his attention and courtesy; but it was generally considered that the convenience of all would be better served another year by fixing the ploughing match and the show of stock on separate days, as the one interfered too much with the other, and the ploughmen are debarred from the pleasure of seeing the horses and cattle. We must not close our notfice of this important exhibition without mentioning a large collection of improved machinery in modern husbandry shown by Messrs Tuxford. It included thrashing and dressing machines, clod crushers, carte, waggons, drills, horserakes, ploughs, harrows, scarifiers, and subsoil pulverizers, from the houses of Crossbill, Garrett; Tuxford, Howard, Ransome, Hornsby, &c. They formed a very interesting feature in the attractions of the day, and excited much attention among practical agriculturist.
THE DINNER took place, as announced, at the Napoleon Bonaparte, King William-street, and it is scarcely necessary to say that both the dinner and the wines, the cuisine and the attendance, were quite worthy of the known character of that splendid establishment. The chair was taken by J. Baker, Esq. On his right sat, as a guest of honour. His Excellency the Governor-in-Chief and on the left of the Chairman sat B. T. Finniss, Esq., Colonial Secretary. The large room was filled with a goodly company, including a large number of the substantial yeomanry, the pride as they are of their adopted country, the undoubted supporters of its material prosperity........
The Secretary, then read the list of prizes awarded for ploughing, viz.
MEN'S CLASS. T. P. Jones (No. 7), first prize, £7; Skiffington Twigden (No. 13), 2nd, £5;
John Cook (No. 17), 3rd, £3.
YOUTH'S CLASS. Charles Overton (No. 22), 1st prize, £4: Christian Schulitz (No. 21), 2nd, £3.
CHAMPION CLASS.James Foreman (No. 3) 1st prize, £10 10s.; William Miles (No. 2) 2nd do., £5 5s.
BEST PLOUGHING ON THE FIELD. J. P. Jones (No. 7), the silver medal.
PLOUGHS. The Judges not having seen them at work, declined to award any prize.
BEST TEAM OF HORSES ON THE FIELD. Mr. Good, sen, £2 2s.
BEST TEAM OF BULLOCKS ON THE FIELD. Mr. Cook, £2 2s.
His Excellency handed the prize to each successful competitor as he came forward, accompanying it in each instance with a gracious remark or an encouraging compliment. To Charles Overton His Excellency said, " I should not have supposed, from your youthful appearance, that you were able to win a prize. It gives me great pleasure to hand what you have won so well over to you; it is a pleasing proof of what we may expect from
the young men of this colony." (Loud applause.) His Excellency, in handing the prize to James Foreman, said he understood that was the 12th testimony of ability as a ploughman which he had won. He was glad of
that.............................................................
Mr. C. Fisher said he felt great pride in being such a successful competitor for the prizes of the day, and all he could say was that he would endeavour to carry off more prizes next year. (A laugh.)..............
Mr. Bagot gave "The Unsuccessful Competitors," expressing a hope that they would he more successful on
another occasion...........
The Chairman said the Committee would be happy to receive the promised amount or any other sum, as a special prize, which would be devoted to the object for which it was given. He thought they ought not to separate without drinking the healths of the gentlemen who had contributed towards the funds of the Society, and with that toast he would associate the name of Mr. Gwynne, who had contributed £100. The toast having been responded to, the Chairman withdrew.
Adelaide Observer (SA : 1843 - 1904), Saturday 15 September 1855
MACCLESFIELD ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH.
Judges :—Mr. William Hall, of Bull's Creek; Mr Henry Saltmarsh, of the Bugle Ranges; Mr. Thomas Gemmel, of the Long Valley.
The Macclesfield Annual Ploughing Match took place on Wednesday last, in a paddock of 41 acres, belonging to Mr. Edward Stirling, in the occupancy of Mr. Henry Linn. It is about a mile and a half eastward from the Macclesfield township. The spot selected is a gently undulating piece of land, with a creek running through it, and forms part of one of the most piccturesque landscapes for which the uplands of the colony are so justly famed. The sod is somewhat varying in quality, with occasional quartz ridges cropping out on the surface. There are also several stumps and trees on the land. In addition to these obstacles.the field having been ploughed some years ago, was what is technically called lea land, thus rendering the task of good ploughing the more difficult. Heavy rains had also fallen during the previous night; and a smart shower about the time of starting served to add to the other discouraging circumstances which the ploughmen had to encounter. Notwithstanding, however, the ploughing of both men and boys was certainly, on the whole, very superior. The afternoon was beautifully fine, where there was a large concourse of persons on the ground. The following are the entries, arranged in the order In which the lots were drawn:--
MEN.
Ploughmen. Owners. Teams;
L John Papworth ... Rev. J. B.Austin ... Horses.
2. John Stark ... Alexander Stark ... Bullocks.
3. Geo. Cummins ... John Cummins ... Bullocks.
4. Owner ... ... Daniel Shaw ... Bullocks.
5. Owner James Linn ... Horses.
6. Owner Donald Bain ... Horses.
7. Wm. Paterson ... Walter Paterson ... Horses.
8. Wm. Tilbrook ... Ditto . ... Bullocks.
9. Robert Wylie ... Donald Sutherland Horses.
10. James Benny ... Henry Linn ... Horses.
11. James Smith ... Christopher Warner Bullocks.
BOYS
1. Hines Constable...Henry Cuming ... Bullocks.
2. T. Yates, jun. ... Thomas Yates,sen. Bullocks.
3. Geo. Maidmlnt ... Charles Maidmint...Bullocks.
4. Edward Stark ... Alexander Stark ... Bullocks.
5. William Ellis ... Samuel Ellis ... Bullocks.
6. James Paris ... Robert Paris ... Bullocks.
The teams started at 10 o'clock, the following rules having been previously read by the Secretary, Mr. Henry
Linn:--
Time for the completion of the work, five hours and a half. The ground allotted to each ploughman to be divided into one crown land and two half lands. -The Judges to decide in these respects according to the merits of the
work. The furrows to be not less than five inches deep. No assistance to be allowed to any ploughman in the field, except in setting the poles. In the event of the champion's prize not being competed for, that prize to go in with the others for general competition.
All the ploughmen, both men and boys, completed their work within the given time. The Judges found great difficulty in deciding upon their respective merits, but ultimately, determined upon awarding the prizes in accordance with the following report, which was read on the ground by the Secretary:--
JUDGES' REPORT.
First Prize—Silver medal, valued at £5 5s., with £1 1s, added; No. 4—Daniel Shaw. Well-formed ridge, and good sound ploughing, but the lands not equally divided.
Second Prize—£5 5s.; No. 10—James Beary. Well ploughed. Worse land than that ploughed by the winners of the 3rd and 4th prizes.
Third Prize—£4 4s.; No. 6—James Linn. Well ploughed, but flanked.
Fourth Prize—£3 3s.; No. 8—William Tilbrook. Well packed, and the land well formed, but not looking well, on account of the looseness of the soil.
Fifth Prize—£1 1s.;No.3, John Stark The ploughing not so good as it ought to have been with so good a plough
The Judges have farther to report that the ploughing of No. 7 looks well; bnt being too Black, and showing too much face, it is of that kind which ought not to be encouraged.
BOYS' PRIZES.
First Prize—£4 4s.; No. 2—Thomas Yates. Well ploughed and finished. Better than some of the work
performed by the men.
Second Prize—£3 3s.; No. 4—Edward Stark. Very even work, but not a good crown.
Third Prize—£2 2s.; No: 5—William The first equal to No. 4, but a very bad crown.
Fourth Prize—£1 1s.; No.6-
The boys have done their work in a very creditable manner. It is, as a whole, superior to that of the men..
MACCLESFIELD ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH.
Judges :—Mr. William Hall, of Bull's Creek; Mr Henry Saltmarsh, of the Bugle Ranges; Mr. Thomas Gemmel, of the Long Valley.
The Macclesfield Annual Ploughing Match took place on Wednesday last, in a paddock of 41 acres, belonging to Mr. Edward Stirling, in the occupancy of Mr. Henry Linn. It is about a mile and a half eastward from the Macclesfield township. The spot selected is a gently undulating piece of land, with a creek running through it, and forms part of one of the most piccturesque landscapes for which the uplands of the colony are so justly famed. The sod is somewhat varying in quality, with occasional quartz ridges cropping out on the surface. There are also several stumps and trees on the land. In addition to these obstacles.the field having been ploughed some years ago, was what is technically called lea land, thus rendering the task of good ploughing the more difficult. Heavy rains had also fallen during the previous night; and a smart shower about the time of starting served to add to the other discouraging circumstances which the ploughmen had to encounter. Notwithstanding, however, the ploughing of both men and boys was certainly, on the whole, very superior. The afternoon was beautifully fine, where there was a large concourse of persons on the ground. The following are the entries, arranged in the order In which the lots were drawn:--
MEN.
Ploughmen. Owners. Teams;
L John Papworth ... Rev. J. B.Austin ... Horses.
2. John Stark ... Alexander Stark ... Bullocks.
3. Geo. Cummins ... John Cummins ... Bullocks.
4. Owner ... ... Daniel Shaw ... Bullocks.
5. Owner James Linn ... Horses.
6. Owner Donald Bain ... Horses.
7. Wm. Paterson ... Walter Paterson ... Horses.
8. Wm. Tilbrook ... Ditto . ... Bullocks.
9. Robert Wylie ... Donald Sutherland Horses.
10. James Benny ... Henry Linn ... Horses.
11. James Smith ... Christopher Warner Bullocks.
BOYS
1. Hines Constable...Henry Cuming ... Bullocks.
2. T. Yates, jun. ... Thomas Yates,sen. Bullocks.
3. Geo. Maidmlnt ... Charles Maidmint...Bullocks.
4. Edward Stark ... Alexander Stark ... Bullocks.
5. William Ellis ... Samuel Ellis ... Bullocks.
6. James Paris ... Robert Paris ... Bullocks.
The teams started at 10 o'clock, the following rules having been previously read by the Secretary, Mr. Henry
Linn:--
Time for the completion of the work, five hours and a half. The ground allotted to each ploughman to be divided into one crown land and two half lands. -The Judges to decide in these respects according to the merits of the
work. The furrows to be not less than five inches deep. No assistance to be allowed to any ploughman in the field, except in setting the poles. In the event of the champion's prize not being competed for, that prize to go in with the others for general competition.
All the ploughmen, both men and boys, completed their work within the given time. The Judges found great difficulty in deciding upon their respective merits, but ultimately, determined upon awarding the prizes in accordance with the following report, which was read on the ground by the Secretary:--
JUDGES' REPORT.
First Prize—Silver medal, valued at £5 5s., with £1 1s, added; No. 4—Daniel Shaw. Well-formed ridge, and good sound ploughing, but the lands not equally divided.
Second Prize—£5 5s.; No. 10—James Beary. Well ploughed. Worse land than that ploughed by the winners of the 3rd and 4th prizes.
Third Prize—£4 4s.; No. 6—James Linn. Well ploughed, but flanked.
Fourth Prize—£3 3s.; No. 8—William Tilbrook. Well packed, and the land well formed, but not looking well, on account of the looseness of the soil.
Fifth Prize—£1 1s.;No.3, John Stark The ploughing not so good as it ought to have been with so good a plough
The Judges have farther to report that the ploughing of No. 7 looks well; bnt being too Black, and showing too much face, it is of that kind which ought not to be encouraged.
BOYS' PRIZES.
First Prize—£4 4s.; No. 2—Thomas Yates. Well ploughed and finished. Better than some of the work
performed by the men.
Second Prize—£3 3s.; No. 4—Edward Stark. Very even work, but not a good crown.
Third Prize—£2 2s.; No: 5—William The first equal to No. 4, but a very bad crown.
Fourth Prize—£1 1s.; No.6-
The boys have done their work in a very creditable manner. It is, as a whole, superior to that of the men..
Adelaide Observer (SA : 1843 - 1904), Saturday 15 September 1855
NAIRNE PLOUGHING MATCH.
The weather, which, during- Wednesday (the 5th inst,), had been fine and rather sultry, underwent an entire change in the night, and rain fell throughout the whole of Thursday in unremitting torrents. To the farmers of the plains in particular, these heavy September showers are a blessing; but they are not the most agreeable things in the world for a day of rural sport, and their effect was to prevent anything like an average attendance on the ploughing field. To the credit, however, of the hardy agriculturists of the mountain districts, the teams were on the ground in good time, though it is probable there would have been a larger list of competitors under more favourable circumstances. The entries were as follows:--
MEN
Owners. Ploughmen. Teams.
John Waddell, jun. Owner .................. Bullocks
Walter Patterson William Patterson... Horses.
Donald Bain Owner Do.
Lachlan McFarlane Thos. Williams Do.
James Hay A. Hay Bullocks.
John Frame James Smith ..... Do.
Lachlan McFarlane Andrew Grazer Horses.
BOYS.
J.Donahue J.Donahue.jun... Horses.
The field selected for the purpose was a section belonging Mr. Michael Higgins, a mile and a half from the
township—as fine a piece of virgin soil as could have been found in the district. The rain kept away some of the Judges, and these were very few casual visitors to supply their places. Eventually, the following gentlemen consented to act:— Messrs. Thomas Lambert, William Ferguson, Charles Perry, Thomas Hamlyn, jun., and Joseph Rundle.
The ploughing, taken as a whole, was considered by practical men exceedingly good.
Dinner had been provided for a large party at the District Hotel, Nairne; but the wretched state of the weather prevented more than between twenty and thirty sitting down. In fact, those who had been on the field were so thorougly drenched, that nearly all of them were more inclined to get home than to stay for dinner. Four of the Judges went away, and even of the ploughmen only two or three remained. This is to be regretted, as Mr and Mrs. Doney, the good host and hostess, had made their preparations on a very liberal scale, and must certainly have been losers by a banquet which would have been amply sufficient for three or four times as many guests. Those, however, who assembled round the well-spread tables gave convincing proof that, the rain had neither damped their spirits nor blunted the edge of their appetites. It was an excellent dinner, and discussed with much mirth and hilarity.
Other names mentioned at the dinner-
Mr. Dawes officiated as Chairman, with Mr. Bee as Croupier Among the company were Dr. Colthurst, Captain Doney, Messrs. Hooper, Frame, Hockley, Shakes, Keane, Hume.
NAIRNE PLOUGHING MATCH.
The weather, which, during- Wednesday (the 5th inst,), had been fine and rather sultry, underwent an entire change in the night, and rain fell throughout the whole of Thursday in unremitting torrents. To the farmers of the plains in particular, these heavy September showers are a blessing; but they are not the most agreeable things in the world for a day of rural sport, and their effect was to prevent anything like an average attendance on the ploughing field. To the credit, however, of the hardy agriculturists of the mountain districts, the teams were on the ground in good time, though it is probable there would have been a larger list of competitors under more favourable circumstances. The entries were as follows:--
MEN
Owners. Ploughmen. Teams.
John Waddell, jun. Owner .................. Bullocks
Walter Patterson William Patterson... Horses.
Donald Bain Owner Do.
Lachlan McFarlane Thos. Williams Do.
James Hay A. Hay Bullocks.
John Frame James Smith ..... Do.
Lachlan McFarlane Andrew Grazer Horses.
BOYS.
J.Donahue J.Donahue.jun... Horses.
The field selected for the purpose was a section belonging Mr. Michael Higgins, a mile and a half from the
township—as fine a piece of virgin soil as could have been found in the district. The rain kept away some of the Judges, and these were very few casual visitors to supply their places. Eventually, the following gentlemen consented to act:— Messrs. Thomas Lambert, William Ferguson, Charles Perry, Thomas Hamlyn, jun., and Joseph Rundle.
The ploughing, taken as a whole, was considered by practical men exceedingly good.
Dinner had been provided for a large party at the District Hotel, Nairne; but the wretched state of the weather prevented more than between twenty and thirty sitting down. In fact, those who had been on the field were so thorougly drenched, that nearly all of them were more inclined to get home than to stay for dinner. Four of the Judges went away, and even of the ploughmen only two or three remained. This is to be regretted, as Mr and Mrs. Doney, the good host and hostess, had made their preparations on a very liberal scale, and must certainly have been losers by a banquet which would have been amply sufficient for three or four times as many guests. Those, however, who assembled round the well-spread tables gave convincing proof that, the rain had neither damped their spirits nor blunted the edge of their appetites. It was an excellent dinner, and discussed with much mirth and hilarity.
Other names mentioned at the dinner-
Mr. Dawes officiated as Chairman, with Mr. Bee as Croupier Among the company were Dr. Colthurst, Captain Doney, Messrs. Hooper, Frame, Hockley, Shakes, Keane, Hume.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Wednesday 26 September 1855
MOUNT TORRENS PLOUGHING MATCH
This match came off on Tuesday. 18th instant, on a section of land belonging to Mr. Edward Prescott— a piece of virgin soil, in splendid order for ploughing. The weather, which had been wet and miserable for a week previous, appeared to clear up on Sunday and following day, and Tuesday was all that could be desired. The teams were on the ground in good time.
The entries were as follows :--
Owners. Ploughmen. Teams.
Edward Prescott ... . Peter Finn ... Horses
Ralph Wilson Robt. Livingston Horses
George Bell ... John Reid ... Horses
William Brook .. William Woods ... Horses
William Dunn . .., J. Marshall ... Horses
John Putland ... Thos. Putland ... Horses
James Hay ... Robert Hay ... Bullocks
Richard Perkins ... R. Perkins, jun. ... Horses
BOYS.
James Hay ... Archibald Hay ... Bullocks
J. Fairbrache , ... Alex. Mackenzie ... Bullocks
The Judges were Messrs. John Fisher, H. Kelly, and George Dunn.
The attendance was numerous and highly respectable, and amongst them we observed more than an average sprinkling of the fair sex. The Judges having gone over the ground, found, singularly enough; that all were disqualified, men and boys, without exception. Such being the case, the Committee resolved not to withhold the prizes, but to allow the Judges to decide on each case, according to its merits, irrespective of rules and regulations, and award a prize equivalent.
A most excellent dinner had been provided at the Mount Torrens lnn by the worthy host, Mr. Bond. About 50 sat down to endeavor to do it justice, under the able presidency of John Fisher, Esq., Gumeracha, supported right and left by Mr. Edward Prescott and Mr. Henry Kelly; Mr. George Dunn filling the vice-chair in his usual effective manner. ................................The Chairman called upon J. B. Randall, Who proposed 'The, Agricultural Interest' in a most eloquent manner, which was ably responded to. The Secretary (T. Inglis) then made public the Judges' report, and distributed the prizes as under :--
FIRST CLASS
First prize, Robert Hay, £4 4; well ploughed, and nearest the specification.
Second do,Thomas Putland, £3 3s. Third do., Richard Perkins, jun., £2 2s. Fourth do.. Peter Finn, £1 1s. Fifth do, William Wood, 10s. 6d.
BOYS CLASS
Arch. Hay, £2 2s. , A. Mackenzie, £1 1s.
Best pair of horses, £1 1s. to Mr. W. Brook
Best team of bullocks, £1 1s. to Mr. James Hay.
Only one colonial plough was exhibited. The Judges did not award it a prize. All the toasts common on such occasions were drunk and responded to in the usual manner, interspersed with some very good singing;. and after spending a very pleasant evening, to which the good humour of the Chairman contributed not a little, the elderly portion of the company withdrew, leaving the juveniles to carry out the fun, which they most effectually did till early morn. Both old and young seemed fully persuaded that this would not be the last ploughing match at Mount Torrens,
MOUNT TORRENS PLOUGHING MATCH
This match came off on Tuesday. 18th instant, on a section of land belonging to Mr. Edward Prescott— a piece of virgin soil, in splendid order for ploughing. The weather, which had been wet and miserable for a week previous, appeared to clear up on Sunday and following day, and Tuesday was all that could be desired. The teams were on the ground in good time.
The entries were as follows :--
Owners. Ploughmen. Teams.
Edward Prescott ... . Peter Finn ... Horses
Ralph Wilson Robt. Livingston Horses
George Bell ... John Reid ... Horses
William Brook .. William Woods ... Horses
William Dunn . .., J. Marshall ... Horses
John Putland ... Thos. Putland ... Horses
James Hay ... Robert Hay ... Bullocks
Richard Perkins ... R. Perkins, jun. ... Horses
BOYS.
James Hay ... Archibald Hay ... Bullocks
J. Fairbrache , ... Alex. Mackenzie ... Bullocks
The Judges were Messrs. John Fisher, H. Kelly, and George Dunn.
The attendance was numerous and highly respectable, and amongst them we observed more than an average sprinkling of the fair sex. The Judges having gone over the ground, found, singularly enough; that all were disqualified, men and boys, without exception. Such being the case, the Committee resolved not to withhold the prizes, but to allow the Judges to decide on each case, according to its merits, irrespective of rules and regulations, and award a prize equivalent.
A most excellent dinner had been provided at the Mount Torrens lnn by the worthy host, Mr. Bond. About 50 sat down to endeavor to do it justice, under the able presidency of John Fisher, Esq., Gumeracha, supported right and left by Mr. Edward Prescott and Mr. Henry Kelly; Mr. George Dunn filling the vice-chair in his usual effective manner. ................................The Chairman called upon J. B. Randall, Who proposed 'The, Agricultural Interest' in a most eloquent manner, which was ably responded to. The Secretary (T. Inglis) then made public the Judges' report, and distributed the prizes as under :--
FIRST CLASS
First prize, Robert Hay, £4 4; well ploughed, and nearest the specification.
Second do,Thomas Putland, £3 3s. Third do., Richard Perkins, jun., £2 2s. Fourth do.. Peter Finn, £1 1s. Fifth do, William Wood, 10s. 6d.
BOYS CLASS
Arch. Hay, £2 2s. , A. Mackenzie, £1 1s.
Best pair of horses, £1 1s. to Mr. W. Brook
Best team of bullocks, £1 1s. to Mr. James Hay.
Only one colonial plough was exhibited. The Judges did not award it a prize. All the toasts common on such occasions were drunk and responded to in the usual manner, interspersed with some very good singing;. and after spending a very pleasant evening, to which the good humour of the Chairman contributed not a little, the elderly portion of the company withdrew, leaving the juveniles to carry out the fun, which they most effectually did till early morn. Both old and young seemed fully persuaded that this would not be the last ploughing match at Mount Torrens,
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Saturday 29 September 1855
ANGASTON AGRICULTURAL AND HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. ANNUAL EXHIBITION AND
PLOUGHING MATCH. Wednesday September 26
Judges- CATTLE— Messrs. D. Shannon, R. Rankine, A. White, W. Phillis, and B. Davey. SHEEP--Messrs. E. Huberts. T.Scott, and C. Greaves. PLOUGHING— Messrs. D. Shannon, R. Rankine, A. White, W. Phillis, and B. Davey.
The weather was unfortunately very wet, a circumstance which doubtless kept away many visitors and many ploughmen, and sent some of the stock into the yards in anything but a favourable condition for being shown. The quantity exhibited, however, was large, and mostly of very fine quality. The sheep in particular excited general admiration, the show being considered superior to anything that has before been seen in the colony. It had been hoped that the rams lately imported by Messrs. A. B. Murray & Co. would have been brought to Angaston on the occasion, but it was not considered prudent to remove them from the run, as they are not at present in condition for the journey. The arrangements were very complete, thanks to the care of the Managing Committee, and the effective exertions of the Secretary, Mr. Nisbett.
We subjoin a list of the entries :--
ENTIRE HORSES 1. Mr. Brook. 2. Mr. Angas. 3. Mrs. Haines. 4. Mr. A. Shannon.
ENTIRE COLTS. 1. Dr. Dean. 2. Mr. Rankine. 3. Mr.Phillis. 4. Mr. Shannon.
BLOOD MARES. 1. Cave & Terrell. 2. Mr. Foott 3. Mr. Angas. 4. Mr Evans. .5. Mr. John Davey. 6. Mr. D. Shannon. BULLS. 1. Mr- Foott. 2. Mr. Angas.
COWS 1. A. B. Murray & Co. 2. Mr. Foott. 3. Ditto. 4. Mr. Angas (14 cows).
RAMS 1 to 4. A. B. Murray & Co- 5 to 7. Mr Phillis. 8 and 9 Jos. Keynes. 10 to 17. Mr. John Murray.
BREEDING EWES. 1 to 5. A. B. Murray & Co. 6 to 8 and 10. Mr.Phillis. 11 and 12. Mr.Keynes
FAT BEASTS. Mr. Angas (lot)
FAT WETHERS 1. A. B. Murray & Co; 2. Jos. Keynes
PLOUGHING MATCH
Owners. Ploughmen.
No.1 Jno. Bushell ... Owner ... Horses.
No.1 Jno. Cave ... Owner ... Horses
No.4 Jas. O'Loughlan ... E. Dempsey Bullocks
No.4 H. Holmes F. Thorn
No Boys ent,ered.
The conditions of the match were as follows-
60 rods to be ploughed in two lands one rod wide- the furrows not less than five inches deep, nor more than 9 inches wide. An equal number of furrows in each land. The ploughman to come to his depth at least the third furrow from the crown. Horses ploughing to be allowed a driver for the first round only.
The match came off upon a piece of virgin soil belonging to Mr Angas about half a mile northeast of the township. A fine stiff loam, something like the best Gumeracha land.
The Prizes were awarded as follows:--
Best Dranght Entire Horse, £5 5s, No. 4 A. Shannon. Best Entire Colt, under 3 years, £3 3s, No. 2. R. Rankine.
Best Brood Mare No. 3, G.F. Angas. Second ditto, £3 3s, No. 2, N. Foott.
Best Bull. £4 4s, No. 1. A Foott. Second ditto, £2 2s, No. 1, G. F. Angas.
Fat Cow. £3 3s, No. 1, A. B-Murray & Co. Second ditto, £2 2s, No. 4 G.F. Angas.
Best Ram, £4 4s, No.13, J. Murray, second £2 2, No.3 A.B. Murray & Co.
Best Five Ewes £3 3, No.7 Mr Phillis, second £1 1, No.5 A.B. Murray & Co.
Best Fat Beast £2 2 No.1 G.F. Angas
Best Five Wethers £2 2 No.1 A.B. Murray & Co.
Best Plough, £1 1s. No. 3, J. O'Loughlin.
SPECIAL PRIZE
Best Merino Ram, £5, given by Mr. A. B. Murray, No.10, J. Murray
Best Clothing Ram £5. by subscription, No. 13, J. Murray
Best Entire colt, unto two years, £3, No.3. W.Phillis
PLOUGHING. 1st prize, £5 5s., No. 3, E. Dempsey, Second, £4 4s, No.4 F. Thorn, Third, £3 3s, No.1 J. Bushel
ANGASTON AGRICULTURAL AND HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. ANNUAL EXHIBITION AND
PLOUGHING MATCH. Wednesday September 26
Judges- CATTLE— Messrs. D. Shannon, R. Rankine, A. White, W. Phillis, and B. Davey. SHEEP--Messrs. E. Huberts. T.Scott, and C. Greaves. PLOUGHING— Messrs. D. Shannon, R. Rankine, A. White, W. Phillis, and B. Davey.
The weather was unfortunately very wet, a circumstance which doubtless kept away many visitors and many ploughmen, and sent some of the stock into the yards in anything but a favourable condition for being shown. The quantity exhibited, however, was large, and mostly of very fine quality. The sheep in particular excited general admiration, the show being considered superior to anything that has before been seen in the colony. It had been hoped that the rams lately imported by Messrs. A. B. Murray & Co. would have been brought to Angaston on the occasion, but it was not considered prudent to remove them from the run, as they are not at present in condition for the journey. The arrangements were very complete, thanks to the care of the Managing Committee, and the effective exertions of the Secretary, Mr. Nisbett.
We subjoin a list of the entries :--
ENTIRE HORSES 1. Mr. Brook. 2. Mr. Angas. 3. Mrs. Haines. 4. Mr. A. Shannon.
ENTIRE COLTS. 1. Dr. Dean. 2. Mr. Rankine. 3. Mr.Phillis. 4. Mr. Shannon.
BLOOD MARES. 1. Cave & Terrell. 2. Mr. Foott 3. Mr. Angas. 4. Mr Evans. .5. Mr. John Davey. 6. Mr. D. Shannon. BULLS. 1. Mr- Foott. 2. Mr. Angas.
COWS 1. A. B. Murray & Co. 2. Mr. Foott. 3. Ditto. 4. Mr. Angas (14 cows).
RAMS 1 to 4. A. B. Murray & Co- 5 to 7. Mr Phillis. 8 and 9 Jos. Keynes. 10 to 17. Mr. John Murray.
BREEDING EWES. 1 to 5. A. B. Murray & Co. 6 to 8 and 10. Mr.Phillis. 11 and 12. Mr.Keynes
FAT BEASTS. Mr. Angas (lot)
FAT WETHERS 1. A. B. Murray & Co; 2. Jos. Keynes
PLOUGHING MATCH
Owners. Ploughmen.
No.1 Jno. Bushell ... Owner ... Horses.
No.1 Jno. Cave ... Owner ... Horses
No.4 Jas. O'Loughlan ... E. Dempsey Bullocks
No.4 H. Holmes F. Thorn
No Boys ent,ered.
The conditions of the match were as follows-
60 rods to be ploughed in two lands one rod wide- the furrows not less than five inches deep, nor more than 9 inches wide. An equal number of furrows in each land. The ploughman to come to his depth at least the third furrow from the crown. Horses ploughing to be allowed a driver for the first round only.
The match came off upon a piece of virgin soil belonging to Mr Angas about half a mile northeast of the township. A fine stiff loam, something like the best Gumeracha land.
The Prizes were awarded as follows:--
Best Dranght Entire Horse, £5 5s, No. 4 A. Shannon. Best Entire Colt, under 3 years, £3 3s, No. 2. R. Rankine.
Best Brood Mare No. 3, G.F. Angas. Second ditto, £3 3s, No. 2, N. Foott.
Best Bull. £4 4s, No. 1. A Foott. Second ditto, £2 2s, No. 1, G. F. Angas.
Fat Cow. £3 3s, No. 1, A. B-Murray & Co. Second ditto, £2 2s, No. 4 G.F. Angas.
Best Ram, £4 4s, No.13, J. Murray, second £2 2, No.3 A.B. Murray & Co.
Best Five Ewes £3 3, No.7 Mr Phillis, second £1 1, No.5 A.B. Murray & Co.
Best Fat Beast £2 2 No.1 G.F. Angas
Best Five Wethers £2 2 No.1 A.B. Murray & Co.
Best Plough, £1 1s. No. 3, J. O'Loughlin.
SPECIAL PRIZE
Best Merino Ram, £5, given by Mr. A. B. Murray, No.10, J. Murray
Best Clothing Ram £5. by subscription, No. 13, J. Murray
Best Entire colt, unto two years, £3, No.3. W.Phillis
PLOUGHING. 1st prize, £5 5s., No. 3, E. Dempsey, Second, £4 4s, No.4 F. Thorn, Third, £3 3s, No.1 J. Bushel
Sydney Morning Herald (NSW), Wednesday 27 June 1855
OCCUPATION OF THE LAND IN S.A.
OCCUPATION OF THE LAND IN S.A.
1856
Adelaide Times (SA), Thursday 21 February 1856
GAWLER TOWN AGRICULTURAL AND HORTICULTURAL SHOW.
..................The ploughing matches gave great satisfaction, upwards of forty ploughs entering for the various prizes. In the evening a most sumptuous dinner was provided by Mr. Square, at the Globe Hotel, Henry Dundas Murray, Esq., in the chair, and Walter Duffield, Esq., croupier, which was most numerously and respectably attended, when the names of the successful candidates were read, and the must hearty good wishes for the future success of the Society were expressed by one and all present. *No mention of Prize winners
Adelaide Observer (SA), Saturday 23 February 1855
GAWLER TOWN AGRICULTURAL AND HORTICULTURAL SHOW. Feb. 19
Judges.—Agricultural Produce—Messrs. B. J. Turner, W. lnnes, and J. D. Cave; Dairy Produce—Messrs. Geo. Gozzard, Owen Ford, and Randolph Korff; Horticultural Produce—Messrs. J. Warren, Jun, F. M. Bailey, H. D. Murray, and F. F. Turner.
Considering the recent date of the Society in establishment, and considering that this was its first attempt at a produce show, we think the members have every reason to congratulate themselves upon its complete success. We never remember to have seen so large a company, including so many Indies of respectability, assembled together in Gawler Town. Not only the immediate residents, but the settlers for miles round, flocked to the booth, and all were delighted with the display of limit, which comprised as fine specimens of garden produce as any district in the country could have exhibited. The grapes from Messrs. Schomburgks vineyard on the Gawler River, and from Mr. Duffield's new garden near the town, included numerous varieties, and were much praised; there were also some very beautiful table grapes from Mr. Esau Burford's, formerly Mr. Martin's, vineyard; and some handsome specimens shown by Mr. Reid, Mr. Lawes and Mr. Kelly. Mr. Exell sent a quantity upon the branches, which had a very pretty appearance on the side of the booth; the fruit was fine, but chiefly remarkable for its luxurious abundance. Next to the grapes the show of apples deserves notice, the specimens being numerous and the fruit equal in quality to any we have seen in the colony. We noticed also a few lemons, not quite ripe, which would have done no discredit to the proudest cultivator. Messrs. Schomburgk sent two baskets of fruit, which excited much admiration, though they were not among the articles for which prizes were offered. The lemons ranked in the same category, as also a beautiful bunch of whitethorn, which no English hedgerow need have been ashamed to own, and a monstrous Swede turnip almost as big as a butter firkin.
................we particularly noticed some splendid tree onions, grown by Mr. Duffield. The prize wheat excited general admiration, and opinion was-divided as to the relative merits of that grown at Lyndoch Valley by Mr. Rice; and Mr. Beck's splendid sample from Port Gawler. No doubt both were very fine..................The booth was very commodious, its size being 70 feet by 30. It was erected in front of the Old School room on the Gawler park Lands, a pleasant and convenient situation. Near it were two or three refreshment-booths ; and a brass band, provided by mine host of the Glote Inn, performed a succession of cheerful airs during the day. The fineness of the weather added much to the hilarity of the scene, which was truly a gay and pleasant one.
The Judges went very carefully through the articles exhibited, and awarded the prizes as follows:--
Wheat.--Best 8 bushels grown in the hills.-
First prize, £3 3s.—Mr. Thomas Rice, Lyndoch Valley, No. 4 ....................
Second prize, £1 10s.—Mr. Thomas Whiten, No. 75. ...........................
Two other specimens, grown in the hills, Nos. 6 and 27, were shown by Mr. Carl Hastings.
Best 8 Bushels, grown on the plains.--
First prize, £3 3s, Mr. Thomas Beck, Port Gawler, No. 43...................
Second prize, £1 10s.—Mr. R. Patterson, Smith's Creek, No. 49. ................
It was afterwards derided, as will be seen below in the addendum to the Judges' report, that Mr. Patterson was disqualified, and the second prize was given to Mr. J. Nunan, No. 39.
Four other samples were shown from the plains, viz.; —5. Hy. Higgins; 11. Thos. Lawes; 42. R. McCord;
and 64. J. McCord.
Barley—English, best 6 bushels; only one exhibitor— James Wilson, No. 51. Not considered worthy of prize.
Cape, best 6 bnshels; only one exhibitor—J. McCord, No. 65. Put aside for the same reason.
Oats—None exhibited. Potatoes—None exhibited, Grass-seed—None exhibited.
Butter—Salted—best jar or sample of not less than 20 lbs,
First prize, £2, Mr. John Williams, Barossa, No.78; second prize, £1, Mr. B. McCord.
Fresh—Best Half lbs
First prize; £2, Mr. B. McCord; second prize, £1, Mr. Samuel' Stone. One other exhibitor—Mr. James Wilson.
Cheese.—New milk. First prize. £2 2s, second prize, £1 1s, Mr. R. Bankine, who exhibited also a 3rd sample.
Hams.—Prize, £2, Mr. W. Duffield. Two others exhibited by the same gentleman and Sir. John Barron.
Bacon.—Prize, £2, Mr. John Barron. Two other samples exhibited by Mr. W. Duffield.
Grapes.—Wine grapes First prize; £2 2s, Messrs. Schomburgk Brothers. Three collections sent as wine grapes by Mr. T. Lawes, and one by Mr. Esau Burford, were set aside by the Judges as being actually table grapes.
Table Grapes.—First prize, £2 2s, Mr. W. Duffield; second prize, £1 1s., Messrs. Schomburgk Brothers. There were three other exhibitors—Messrs. Esau Burford, Patrick Kelly, and Samuel Reid.
Collection of various Grapes.—Prize, £2 2s, Schomburgk Brothers. There were three other exhibitors—Mr. W. Duffield, whom the Judges recommended for a second prize, Mr. Esan Burford, and Mr. W. Exell.
Apples.—First prize, £1 1s, Mr. W. Duffield; second prize, 10s, Mr. Thomas Lawes. Each of those gentlemen exhibited a second sample; as also Mr. Esan Burford, two; Mr. W. Williams, five; and Mr. Samuel Reid, one.
Pears.—None exhibited. Plums.—First prize, £1 1s, Mr. W. Duffield; second prize, 10s, Mr. W. Williams.
Peaches.—Prize, £1 Is, Mr. W. Dnffield, who also exhibited another lot. Apricots—None exhibited.
Sweet Melons—First prize, £1 1s, Mr. W. Duffield; second, 10s, Mr. R. Patterson. One other, Mr. J. Fotheringham.
Water Melons—First prize, £1 1s, Mr. T. Lawes; second prize, 10s, Mr. W. Duffield. Two other exhibitors, Messrs. S. Shutter and J. Fotheringham. The latter had also some fine pie melons, for which no prize had been offered.
Cucumbers — Prize £1 Is, Messrs, Schomburgk Bros. Judged very poor. Mr. J. Fotheringham also an exhibitor.
Onions—First prize, £2 2s, Mr. S. Stone; second prize, £1 1s, Mr. W. Duffield, who had two samples.
Mr. W. Exell and Mr. S. Stone were also exhibitors.
Collection of Vegetables—Prize, £2 2s, Mr. T. Lawes. Colonial Malt—None exhibited.
The following report was handed in by the Judges of agricultural produce:--
Wheat Grown in the Hills.—The Judges have felt no difficulty in awarding the first prize to No. 4, it bring a good plump wheat, well cleaned, and sample moderately pure from other varieties. (Nos. 6, 27, and ; 75 are all badly cleaned, and the samples about equal in quality, with the exception that No. 75 is rather the cleanest and heaviest of the three; they therefore award it the second prize.
Wheat Grown on the Plains.—Generally speaking the samples were not properly winnowed, and much mixed with other varieties. No. 11 is, in the opinion of the Judges, the best wheat, and they would have felt bound to have awarded it the first prize had a sufficient quantity (eight bushels) been exhibited; but; failing in this particular, they have awarded the first prize to No. 43, which, though rather a coarse grain, is much better got up than the others, with the exception of No. 49, Hie cleanest and heaviest sample of the whole, but being of very small grain will yield less flour than No. 43; to it (No. 49) they therefore award the second prize. No. 39 would have been the best sample but for the number of broken corns and small grains, sufficient attention not having been paid to the winnowing.
Barley.—Only one sample of each sort being on exhibition, neither of them being fit for either seed or maltster, the Judges recommend that the prizes be withheld. Richard James Turner, John D. Cave, William Innes.
The Judges afterwards handed in the following addendum :--
Agricultural Produce.—The Committee having decided that No. 49, to which we awarded the second
prize, is disqualified from competing with the plains, the Judges beg to award the second prize to No. 39, which, had it been properly cleaned, would have obtained the first prize. R.J. Turner, J.D. Cave, Wm Innes.
The amonnt taken for admission was above £22, indicating tbe presence of at least 500 visitors, including children at half-price. Besides these are to be reckoned the numerous members of the Society who pass free, so that the entire number who entered the booth during the day was probably not less than 700.
THE DINNER.
At half past 7 o'clock a party of between sixty and seventy gentlemen sat down to an excellent dinner at the Globe Inn. Mr. H. D. Murray, Resident Magistrate, was in the chair supported by Dr. Mahony, Dr. Lewis, Dr. Nott, Mr. F. F. Turner, Mr. Warren, Mr. R. J. Turner, &c. Mr. W. Duffield acted as Croupier, supported by Mr. J. D. Cave, Mr. Schomburgk, Mr. Martan, Mr. John Smith. &c.
Other names mentioned-
Three members of the Legislative Council, viz, Messrs. Younghusband, Angas, and Blyth
Mr. John Fisher, of Gumeracha, who was appointed one of the Judges
Mr. Warren
Mr. Frank Wilkinson, Secretary, read list of prizes and Judges' report.....Mr. R. J. Turner distributed the prizes.
Mr. Duffield, whose seven prizes amounted to £7.17s, gave up one half to the Society, and requested the Treasurer to retain the other half to be distributed among his gardeners.... received with much applause.
Mr. Patterson declined taking the second prize for melons, as he hardly thought himself fairly entitled to it.......
he did not think his wheat should have been disqualified, as some grown close by him had been admitted as from the plains at the Adelaide show.............................
Dr. Nora proposed ™ Success and Prosperity to the Gawler Agricultural and Horticultural Society.............
Mr. Andrews said he must apologise, as a visitor, for venturing to take any part in the proceedings.........
Mr. J. D. Cave responded to the toast. He only hoped too great an encomium had not been passed upon them.......He wished also to urge the necessity of careful husbandry, or in time the land, like some in America, would have to be abandoned. It was much cheaper to keep land in a stale of fertility than to restore it when it was once exhausted. He would gladly be £5 towards a subscription, if others would join him, to give a prize of.. £50 for the most approved essay on the best means of keeping...lands of S.A. in their present state of fertility.
Mr. Johnson remarked that wheat could only be got up by means of a proper machine it could not be done here by the wind. There should be prizes offered for agricultural implements, and exhibitors should be required to show by what means they cleaned their wheat.
Mr. Cave said there were plenty of machines that would have brought wheat into better order.................
Mr, Johnson.—Offer the reward, and l am the man that will produce the machine before the next 12
month.
Mr. McCord proposed "The Successful Competitors," and expressed a hope that next year they would be more numerous. Gawler was one of the moot ancient towns in South Australia, and one of the most prosperous. It was second to none, yet it was not more than five or six years since the first field of wheat was sown in the district, and the first vine -planted. Now they had 20,000 acres of wheat. (Applause.) He hoped before long they should not be second even to Adelaide. He was present at the first show in Adelaide and it was not nearly equal to theirs that day. He was sorry to see that many were absent whom he had hoped to have met He was not going to enter the legislative Council-Chamber, hut. he thought they might complain that of the Judges only Mr,Bailey, Mr. Innes, and Mr. Warren had attended, and only Mr. Fisher had answered the Secretary's letter. All the rest were absent, and their places had to be supplied upon the ground. Perhaps some of these they had invited looked upon the people around Gawler Town as mere mushroom farmers, but he believed there were many among them as competent to judge of wheat as any persons South Australia could produce.
Dr. Mahony had to propose a toast to which there could not possibly be one dissentient voice in the room —the Chairman's health. (Loud cheers.) He was one of Australia's pioneers—one of those who had traversed the deserts and the plains, and established a homestead there when he had ho better encouragement than the assurance that the plains would grow neither corn nor fruit (A laugh.) It was to such men as their worthy Chairman that they were all indebted for their success.................................. Mr. McCord proposed "The Independent Press of South Australia." Mr. Andrews returned thanks. Dr. Mahony gave "The health of the Host and Hostess," paying a handsome compliment to Mr. Square for the liberal banquet he had provided.
The Chairman then left, and the party, which had been a most agreeable one, shortly afterwards separated.
GAWLER TOWN AGRICULTURAL AND HORTICULTURAL SHOW.
..................The ploughing matches gave great satisfaction, upwards of forty ploughs entering for the various prizes. In the evening a most sumptuous dinner was provided by Mr. Square, at the Globe Hotel, Henry Dundas Murray, Esq., in the chair, and Walter Duffield, Esq., croupier, which was most numerously and respectably attended, when the names of the successful candidates were read, and the must hearty good wishes for the future success of the Society were expressed by one and all present. *No mention of Prize winners
Adelaide Observer (SA), Saturday 23 February 1855
GAWLER TOWN AGRICULTURAL AND HORTICULTURAL SHOW. Feb. 19
Judges.—Agricultural Produce—Messrs. B. J. Turner, W. lnnes, and J. D. Cave; Dairy Produce—Messrs. Geo. Gozzard, Owen Ford, and Randolph Korff; Horticultural Produce—Messrs. J. Warren, Jun, F. M. Bailey, H. D. Murray, and F. F. Turner.
Considering the recent date of the Society in establishment, and considering that this was its first attempt at a produce show, we think the members have every reason to congratulate themselves upon its complete success. We never remember to have seen so large a company, including so many Indies of respectability, assembled together in Gawler Town. Not only the immediate residents, but the settlers for miles round, flocked to the booth, and all were delighted with the display of limit, which comprised as fine specimens of garden produce as any district in the country could have exhibited. The grapes from Messrs. Schomburgks vineyard on the Gawler River, and from Mr. Duffield's new garden near the town, included numerous varieties, and were much praised; there were also some very beautiful table grapes from Mr. Esau Burford's, formerly Mr. Martin's, vineyard; and some handsome specimens shown by Mr. Reid, Mr. Lawes and Mr. Kelly. Mr. Exell sent a quantity upon the branches, which had a very pretty appearance on the side of the booth; the fruit was fine, but chiefly remarkable for its luxurious abundance. Next to the grapes the show of apples deserves notice, the specimens being numerous and the fruit equal in quality to any we have seen in the colony. We noticed also a few lemons, not quite ripe, which would have done no discredit to the proudest cultivator. Messrs. Schomburgk sent two baskets of fruit, which excited much admiration, though they were not among the articles for which prizes were offered. The lemons ranked in the same category, as also a beautiful bunch of whitethorn, which no English hedgerow need have been ashamed to own, and a monstrous Swede turnip almost as big as a butter firkin.
................we particularly noticed some splendid tree onions, grown by Mr. Duffield. The prize wheat excited general admiration, and opinion was-divided as to the relative merits of that grown at Lyndoch Valley by Mr. Rice; and Mr. Beck's splendid sample from Port Gawler. No doubt both were very fine..................The booth was very commodious, its size being 70 feet by 30. It was erected in front of the Old School room on the Gawler park Lands, a pleasant and convenient situation. Near it were two or three refreshment-booths ; and a brass band, provided by mine host of the Glote Inn, performed a succession of cheerful airs during the day. The fineness of the weather added much to the hilarity of the scene, which was truly a gay and pleasant one.
The Judges went very carefully through the articles exhibited, and awarded the prizes as follows:--
Wheat.--Best 8 bushels grown in the hills.-
First prize, £3 3s.—Mr. Thomas Rice, Lyndoch Valley, No. 4 ....................
Second prize, £1 10s.—Mr. Thomas Whiten, No. 75. ...........................
Two other specimens, grown in the hills, Nos. 6 and 27, were shown by Mr. Carl Hastings.
Best 8 Bushels, grown on the plains.--
First prize, £3 3s, Mr. Thomas Beck, Port Gawler, No. 43...................
Second prize, £1 10s.—Mr. R. Patterson, Smith's Creek, No. 49. ................
It was afterwards derided, as will be seen below in the addendum to the Judges' report, that Mr. Patterson was disqualified, and the second prize was given to Mr. J. Nunan, No. 39.
Four other samples were shown from the plains, viz.; —5. Hy. Higgins; 11. Thos. Lawes; 42. R. McCord;
and 64. J. McCord.
Barley—English, best 6 bushels; only one exhibitor— James Wilson, No. 51. Not considered worthy of prize.
Cape, best 6 bnshels; only one exhibitor—J. McCord, No. 65. Put aside for the same reason.
Oats—None exhibited. Potatoes—None exhibited, Grass-seed—None exhibited.
Butter—Salted—best jar or sample of not less than 20 lbs,
First prize, £2, Mr. John Williams, Barossa, No.78; second prize, £1, Mr. B. McCord.
Fresh—Best Half lbs
First prize; £2, Mr. B. McCord; second prize, £1, Mr. Samuel' Stone. One other exhibitor—Mr. James Wilson.
Cheese.—New milk. First prize. £2 2s, second prize, £1 1s, Mr. R. Bankine, who exhibited also a 3rd sample.
Hams.—Prize, £2, Mr. W. Duffield. Two others exhibited by the same gentleman and Sir. John Barron.
Bacon.—Prize, £2, Mr. John Barron. Two other samples exhibited by Mr. W. Duffield.
Grapes.—Wine grapes First prize; £2 2s, Messrs. Schomburgk Brothers. Three collections sent as wine grapes by Mr. T. Lawes, and one by Mr. Esau Burford, were set aside by the Judges as being actually table grapes.
Table Grapes.—First prize, £2 2s, Mr. W. Duffield; second prize, £1 1s., Messrs. Schomburgk Brothers. There were three other exhibitors—Messrs. Esau Burford, Patrick Kelly, and Samuel Reid.
Collection of various Grapes.—Prize, £2 2s, Schomburgk Brothers. There were three other exhibitors—Mr. W. Duffield, whom the Judges recommended for a second prize, Mr. Esan Burford, and Mr. W. Exell.
Apples.—First prize, £1 1s, Mr. W. Duffield; second prize, 10s, Mr. Thomas Lawes. Each of those gentlemen exhibited a second sample; as also Mr. Esan Burford, two; Mr. W. Williams, five; and Mr. Samuel Reid, one.
Pears.—None exhibited. Plums.—First prize, £1 1s, Mr. W. Duffield; second prize, 10s, Mr. W. Williams.
Peaches.—Prize, £1 Is, Mr. W. Dnffield, who also exhibited another lot. Apricots—None exhibited.
Sweet Melons—First prize, £1 1s, Mr. W. Duffield; second, 10s, Mr. R. Patterson. One other, Mr. J. Fotheringham.
Water Melons—First prize, £1 1s, Mr. T. Lawes; second prize, 10s, Mr. W. Duffield. Two other exhibitors, Messrs. S. Shutter and J. Fotheringham. The latter had also some fine pie melons, for which no prize had been offered.
Cucumbers — Prize £1 Is, Messrs, Schomburgk Bros. Judged very poor. Mr. J. Fotheringham also an exhibitor.
Onions—First prize, £2 2s, Mr. S. Stone; second prize, £1 1s, Mr. W. Duffield, who had two samples.
Mr. W. Exell and Mr. S. Stone were also exhibitors.
Collection of Vegetables—Prize, £2 2s, Mr. T. Lawes. Colonial Malt—None exhibited.
The following report was handed in by the Judges of agricultural produce:--
Wheat Grown in the Hills.—The Judges have felt no difficulty in awarding the first prize to No. 4, it bring a good plump wheat, well cleaned, and sample moderately pure from other varieties. (Nos. 6, 27, and ; 75 are all badly cleaned, and the samples about equal in quality, with the exception that No. 75 is rather the cleanest and heaviest of the three; they therefore award it the second prize.
Wheat Grown on the Plains.—Generally speaking the samples were not properly winnowed, and much mixed with other varieties. No. 11 is, in the opinion of the Judges, the best wheat, and they would have felt bound to have awarded it the first prize had a sufficient quantity (eight bushels) been exhibited; but; failing in this particular, they have awarded the first prize to No. 43, which, though rather a coarse grain, is much better got up than the others, with the exception of No. 49, Hie cleanest and heaviest sample of the whole, but being of very small grain will yield less flour than No. 43; to it (No. 49) they therefore award the second prize. No. 39 would have been the best sample but for the number of broken corns and small grains, sufficient attention not having been paid to the winnowing.
Barley.—Only one sample of each sort being on exhibition, neither of them being fit for either seed or maltster, the Judges recommend that the prizes be withheld. Richard James Turner, John D. Cave, William Innes.
The Judges afterwards handed in the following addendum :--
Agricultural Produce.—The Committee having decided that No. 49, to which we awarded the second
prize, is disqualified from competing with the plains, the Judges beg to award the second prize to No. 39, which, had it been properly cleaned, would have obtained the first prize. R.J. Turner, J.D. Cave, Wm Innes.
The amonnt taken for admission was above £22, indicating tbe presence of at least 500 visitors, including children at half-price. Besides these are to be reckoned the numerous members of the Society who pass free, so that the entire number who entered the booth during the day was probably not less than 700.
THE DINNER.
At half past 7 o'clock a party of between sixty and seventy gentlemen sat down to an excellent dinner at the Globe Inn. Mr. H. D. Murray, Resident Magistrate, was in the chair supported by Dr. Mahony, Dr. Lewis, Dr. Nott, Mr. F. F. Turner, Mr. Warren, Mr. R. J. Turner, &c. Mr. W. Duffield acted as Croupier, supported by Mr. J. D. Cave, Mr. Schomburgk, Mr. Martan, Mr. John Smith. &c.
Other names mentioned-
Three members of the Legislative Council, viz, Messrs. Younghusband, Angas, and Blyth
Mr. John Fisher, of Gumeracha, who was appointed one of the Judges
Mr. Warren
Mr. Frank Wilkinson, Secretary, read list of prizes and Judges' report.....Mr. R. J. Turner distributed the prizes.
Mr. Duffield, whose seven prizes amounted to £7.17s, gave up one half to the Society, and requested the Treasurer to retain the other half to be distributed among his gardeners.... received with much applause.
Mr. Patterson declined taking the second prize for melons, as he hardly thought himself fairly entitled to it.......
he did not think his wheat should have been disqualified, as some grown close by him had been admitted as from the plains at the Adelaide show.............................
Dr. Nora proposed ™ Success and Prosperity to the Gawler Agricultural and Horticultural Society.............
Mr. Andrews said he must apologise, as a visitor, for venturing to take any part in the proceedings.........
Mr. J. D. Cave responded to the toast. He only hoped too great an encomium had not been passed upon them.......He wished also to urge the necessity of careful husbandry, or in time the land, like some in America, would have to be abandoned. It was much cheaper to keep land in a stale of fertility than to restore it when it was once exhausted. He would gladly be £5 towards a subscription, if others would join him, to give a prize of.. £50 for the most approved essay on the best means of keeping...lands of S.A. in their present state of fertility.
Mr. Johnson remarked that wheat could only be got up by means of a proper machine it could not be done here by the wind. There should be prizes offered for agricultural implements, and exhibitors should be required to show by what means they cleaned their wheat.
Mr. Cave said there were plenty of machines that would have brought wheat into better order.................
Mr, Johnson.—Offer the reward, and l am the man that will produce the machine before the next 12
month.
Mr. McCord proposed "The Successful Competitors," and expressed a hope that next year they would be more numerous. Gawler was one of the moot ancient towns in South Australia, and one of the most prosperous. It was second to none, yet it was not more than five or six years since the first field of wheat was sown in the district, and the first vine -planted. Now they had 20,000 acres of wheat. (Applause.) He hoped before long they should not be second even to Adelaide. He was present at the first show in Adelaide and it was not nearly equal to theirs that day. He was sorry to see that many were absent whom he had hoped to have met He was not going to enter the legislative Council-Chamber, hut. he thought they might complain that of the Judges only Mr,Bailey, Mr. Innes, and Mr. Warren had attended, and only Mr. Fisher had answered the Secretary's letter. All the rest were absent, and their places had to be supplied upon the ground. Perhaps some of these they had invited looked upon the people around Gawler Town as mere mushroom farmers, but he believed there were many among them as competent to judge of wheat as any persons South Australia could produce.
Dr. Mahony had to propose a toast to which there could not possibly be one dissentient voice in the room —the Chairman's health. (Loud cheers.) He was one of Australia's pioneers—one of those who had traversed the deserts and the plains, and established a homestead there when he had ho better encouragement than the assurance that the plains would grow neither corn nor fruit (A laugh.) It was to such men as their worthy Chairman that they were all indebted for their success.................................. Mr. McCord proposed "The Independent Press of South Australia." Mr. Andrews returned thanks. Dr. Mahony gave "The health of the Host and Hostess," paying a handsome compliment to Mr. Square for the liberal banquet he had provided.
The Chairman then left, and the party, which had been a most agreeable one, shortly afterwards separated.
Adelaide Observer (SA), Saturday 9 August 1856
STRATHALBYN ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH.
Judges; Messrs. William Ferguson, Adelaide Plains, Benjamin Greig, Adelaide.; and William Russell, Echunga.
The Strathalbyn Agricultural Association held its annual ploughing match on Springfield Farm, near Strathalbyn township, on Friday, the 1st instant. The morning was stormy, and there seemed overt reason to anticipate a most unfavourable day, but towards 9 o'clock the clouds cleared off and the weather became delightful. The field {section No. 13), belonging to Mr. Dawson, soil, is said to have been the first that was brought under cultivation upon the Angas, and it had lain fallow for five years. A better could not have been selected for the purpose. It consists of a fine mixture of clay and sand, and offers nothing to obstruct the plough except two or three large trees. A large company assembled at an early hour, and in the course of the day from four to five hundred persons must have visited the ground. There were numerous ladies on horseback, and several carriages of various descriptions. The field was enlivened also by the appearance of Mr. Malcolm with the hounds, which he had brought up for a run on the following morning. We believe we are right in saving that the number of entries was greater than at any previous match in the colony, no less than 28, of which 24 belonged to the Men's class. We subjoin the list, distinguishing bullock teams by an asterisk (*):--
MEN
No. Owner. Ploughmen.
5. Matthew Rankine ... Owner
6. Jesse Catt * Owner
7. Dr. Blue James Cheer
8. John Waddell * ... John WaddelL jun.
9. John Shorney * ... Owner
10. Archibald McLean ... Charles Turner
11. Thomas Gemmel ... James Irvine
12. Henry Linn Wm.Cotterell
13. R. Burley John Hunt
14. Wm. Colman... ... Wm. Learmonth
15. G. Knight Charles Sturgeon
16. John Glen Patrick Ryan
17. R, Hooper Robert Wylie
18. Thomas Hall Adam Veitch
19. Dr. Blue ... ... John Grundy
20. Donald Sutherland ... William Wylie
21. Alex. Stark John Stark
22. Donald Gollan ... Hugh Mattheson
23. John Harvey * Owner
24. Stephen Hall * John Hall
25. John Cheriton *... Jephthah Good
28. A. McLean * ... ... John Charles
27. Daniel Shaw * Owner
28. A. Stark * Alexander BIyth.
BOYS.
1. Stephen Hall * John Joyce
2. C. Turner *... ... John Girdlestone
3. James Telfourd * ... Richard Telfourd
4. Joseph Tregilgas Joseph Tregilgas jun.
Only one of the Judges who had been written to Mr Greig, was in attendance: but the places of the others were filled by Messrs. W. Ferguson and W. Russell, two of the most competent men in the colony. The ploughing in general excited much praise it being justly remarked that many or the competitors were first-rate hands. On the completion of the work the Judges went over it with much minuteness, and had evidently no small difficulty in milking their award. This they announced upon the field, and the particulars will be found below.
The dinner took place at the Strathalbyn Hotel, and was so provided as to sustain , and even raise the old credit of that well-known tavern. Mr. and Mrs. Hooper who are retiring from its management, seemed determined to give their supporters a parting banquet, which should leave a pleasing memory behind; and Mr. Gosling, the incoming landlord, appeared equally anxious to show the patrons of the house that they were likely to lose nothing by the change. Dr. Blue was in the chair, supported by Messrs. W. Ferguson, B. Greig, W. RusselL A. Stark, A. Bell, T. Gemmel, D. Gilmour {Melbourne), Dr Ferguson (Macclesfield), W. Malcolm (Adelaide), &c &c. Messrs. John Cheriton and Henry Linn acted as Croupiers, supported by Messrs. Colman, A. McLean, Hooper (Mount Barker) D. Gollan, Coleman (Macclesfield). J Rankine, M. Rankine, Walter Patterson, &e.
..................for he (The Chairman) had been assured by some of the oldest agriculturists upon the ground that they had never seen better Ploughing at any match they had attended. The competition of the day had been honourable to all concerned; and he trusted the happy termination of that friendly contest would be but the
precursor of many more such pleasant meetings. The toast was drunk with every demonstration of enthusiasm
The Chairman then read the Judges' award, and handed the prizes to the successful competitors, viz.
MEN'S CLASS BOYS' CLASS
1st prize, £7 7s. ... No. 8. John WaddelL jun. 1st prize, £4 4s. ... No. 3. James Telfourd.
2nd prize £6 6s. No.11. James Irvine. 2nd do. £3 3s. ... No.4 Jos. Tregilgas, jun,
3rd do. £5 5s. ... No.21 John Stark. 3rd do. £2 2s. ... No.2 John Girdlestone
4th do. £4 4s No.15. Charles Sturgeon. 4th do. £1 1s. ... No.1 John Joyce
5th do. £3 3s No. 25. Jephthah Good.
6th do. £2 2s. ... No.22. Hugh Mattheson
7th do. £1 1s, ... No.5. Matt. Rankine
EXTRA PRIZES.
For striking out without assistance, £1 1s, No. 22, D. Mattheson; £1 1s., No.5, M. Rankine.
For the best team of horses, £2 2s, No. 15, George Knight.
For the best set of plough harness. No. 15, William Colman.
.............This was the last toast of the evening, but we must mention that most of the speeches had been fotlowed by songs or glees from various guests. Among the best of these were " My ain fireside" and',"Robin Adair," by Mr. Linn ; "A life on the ocean wave," by Mr. Russell; ; "The bonnets of bonnie Dundee," sung as a duet by two gentlemen; and " The monks of old" and " The child of the forest wild," by Mr. Short, whose rich melodious voice trolled forth as a finale, the merry old sporting ditty " A hunting we will go."
STRATHALBYN ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH.
Judges; Messrs. William Ferguson, Adelaide Plains, Benjamin Greig, Adelaide.; and William Russell, Echunga.
The Strathalbyn Agricultural Association held its annual ploughing match on Springfield Farm, near Strathalbyn township, on Friday, the 1st instant. The morning was stormy, and there seemed overt reason to anticipate a most unfavourable day, but towards 9 o'clock the clouds cleared off and the weather became delightful. The field {section No. 13), belonging to Mr. Dawson, soil, is said to have been the first that was brought under cultivation upon the Angas, and it had lain fallow for five years. A better could not have been selected for the purpose. It consists of a fine mixture of clay and sand, and offers nothing to obstruct the plough except two or three large trees. A large company assembled at an early hour, and in the course of the day from four to five hundred persons must have visited the ground. There were numerous ladies on horseback, and several carriages of various descriptions. The field was enlivened also by the appearance of Mr. Malcolm with the hounds, which he had brought up for a run on the following morning. We believe we are right in saving that the number of entries was greater than at any previous match in the colony, no less than 28, of which 24 belonged to the Men's class. We subjoin the list, distinguishing bullock teams by an asterisk (*):--
MEN
No. Owner. Ploughmen.
5. Matthew Rankine ... Owner
6. Jesse Catt * Owner
7. Dr. Blue James Cheer
8. John Waddell * ... John WaddelL jun.
9. John Shorney * ... Owner
10. Archibald McLean ... Charles Turner
11. Thomas Gemmel ... James Irvine
12. Henry Linn Wm.Cotterell
13. R. Burley John Hunt
14. Wm. Colman... ... Wm. Learmonth
15. G. Knight Charles Sturgeon
16. John Glen Patrick Ryan
17. R, Hooper Robert Wylie
18. Thomas Hall Adam Veitch
19. Dr. Blue ... ... John Grundy
20. Donald Sutherland ... William Wylie
21. Alex. Stark John Stark
22. Donald Gollan ... Hugh Mattheson
23. John Harvey * Owner
24. Stephen Hall * John Hall
25. John Cheriton *... Jephthah Good
28. A. McLean * ... ... John Charles
27. Daniel Shaw * Owner
28. A. Stark * Alexander BIyth.
BOYS.
1. Stephen Hall * John Joyce
2. C. Turner *... ... John Girdlestone
3. James Telfourd * ... Richard Telfourd
4. Joseph Tregilgas Joseph Tregilgas jun.
Only one of the Judges who had been written to Mr Greig, was in attendance: but the places of the others were filled by Messrs. W. Ferguson and W. Russell, two of the most competent men in the colony. The ploughing in general excited much praise it being justly remarked that many or the competitors were first-rate hands. On the completion of the work the Judges went over it with much minuteness, and had evidently no small difficulty in milking their award. This they announced upon the field, and the particulars will be found below.
The dinner took place at the Strathalbyn Hotel, and was so provided as to sustain , and even raise the old credit of that well-known tavern. Mr. and Mrs. Hooper who are retiring from its management, seemed determined to give their supporters a parting banquet, which should leave a pleasing memory behind; and Mr. Gosling, the incoming landlord, appeared equally anxious to show the patrons of the house that they were likely to lose nothing by the change. Dr. Blue was in the chair, supported by Messrs. W. Ferguson, B. Greig, W. RusselL A. Stark, A. Bell, T. Gemmel, D. Gilmour {Melbourne), Dr Ferguson (Macclesfield), W. Malcolm (Adelaide), &c &c. Messrs. John Cheriton and Henry Linn acted as Croupiers, supported by Messrs. Colman, A. McLean, Hooper (Mount Barker) D. Gollan, Coleman (Macclesfield). J Rankine, M. Rankine, Walter Patterson, &e.
..................for he (The Chairman) had been assured by some of the oldest agriculturists upon the ground that they had never seen better Ploughing at any match they had attended. The competition of the day had been honourable to all concerned; and he trusted the happy termination of that friendly contest would be but the
precursor of many more such pleasant meetings. The toast was drunk with every demonstration of enthusiasm
The Chairman then read the Judges' award, and handed the prizes to the successful competitors, viz.
MEN'S CLASS BOYS' CLASS
1st prize, £7 7s. ... No. 8. John WaddelL jun. 1st prize, £4 4s. ... No. 3. James Telfourd.
2nd prize £6 6s. No.11. James Irvine. 2nd do. £3 3s. ... No.4 Jos. Tregilgas, jun,
3rd do. £5 5s. ... No.21 John Stark. 3rd do. £2 2s. ... No.2 John Girdlestone
4th do. £4 4s No.15. Charles Sturgeon. 4th do. £1 1s. ... No.1 John Joyce
5th do. £3 3s No. 25. Jephthah Good.
6th do. £2 2s. ... No.22. Hugh Mattheson
7th do. £1 1s, ... No.5. Matt. Rankine
EXTRA PRIZES.
For striking out without assistance, £1 1s, No. 22, D. Mattheson; £1 1s., No.5, M. Rankine.
For the best team of horses, £2 2s, No. 15, George Knight.
For the best set of plough harness. No. 15, William Colman.
.............This was the last toast of the evening, but we must mention that most of the speeches had been fotlowed by songs or glees from various guests. Among the best of these were " My ain fireside" and',"Robin Adair," by Mr. Linn ; "A life on the ocean wave," by Mr. Russell; ; "The bonnets of bonnie Dundee," sung as a duet by two gentlemen; and " The monks of old" and " The child of the forest wild," by Mr. Short, whose rich melodious voice trolled forth as a finale, the merry old sporting ditty " A hunting we will go."
Adelaide Observer (SA), Saturday 9 August 1856
GAWLER ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH
Judges—Messrs. David Shannon, of Yatala; Robert Rankine, of Mount Torrens; and William Wingate, of
Gawler River.
The Gawler Agricultural Society's second annual ploughing match took place on Thursday last. The field selected was a portion of Mr. William Pope's Section, No. 113, situate on the Gawler River, about two miles and a half south-west from Gawler Town. It would not have been possible to have chosen a better spot. The land is of a light brown loam, rather sandy, and of very equal quality throughout. There were no stones, trees, stumps, or other obstructions, and the whole field was perfectly level. Each half acre allotted to the competitors
was marked off in lengths of ten chains, by half a chain in width, and a vacant space of about seventy feet was : left between the headlands of the allotments, reserved for the horse teams and the bullock teams respectively., This allowed sufficient room for the teams to turn, and , also for the visitors to perambulate during the day, whilst it also afforded to the latter the greatest possible facilities for examining the progress of the work.
The weather was delightfully fine. This induced a large number of persons of both sexes to visit the scene. The greater number of the spectators were equestrians. There were two or three booths erected on the ground
for the sale of refreshments. At 10 o'clock the following entries were made-
MENS' (bullock teams).
No. Owner. ploughmen.
1. John Smith Henry Novell
2. Hugh McLean ... Owner
3. John Wilkinson ... W. H. Wilkinson
5. Allen McLean ... Owner
6. Robert McCord ... John McCord
7. John Bawes Thomas Bawes
BOY (BULLOCK TEAM).
4. Robert Bald George Bald.
MEN (Horse Teams).
9. William Bassett ... Wm. Bassett, jun. ,
10. James Martin ... Joseph Simpson
11. William Barrett ... Owner
12. William Croker ... Owner
14. James Martin ... George Grimmond.
15. J. D. Cave Edward De Moey
16. Henry Lock William Lock
18. William Pope Owner.
BOYS (horse Teams).
8. John Smith James Nelson Smith
13. Samuel Crittenden George Crittenden
17. John Haldane Robert Haldane.
The lots having been drawn as above, the teams were started shortly before 11 o'clock. The conditions agreed upon by the Committee were, that each competitor should plough his half-acre in two lands, not less thm 5 inches deep, nor more than 9 inches in the furrow, and complete his work In five hours. Each ploughman to be allowed an assistant for the first round. Nearly all the ploughmen finished their work within the given time.
THE DINNER. In the evening about 60 gentlemen sat down to an excellent dinner at the Globe Inn. Dr. Schomburgk occupied the chair, and was supported by Messrs. R. J. Turner, James Umpherstone, G. Warren, David Shannon, John McEwen, J. Smith, and others. Mr. J. D. Cave and Mr. Richard Smith acted as croupiers.
.........Dr. Schomburgk returned thanks. The Society was only two years old, and during its early establishment many difficulties had to be contended with. But the colonists must persevere and keep pace with the improvements made in other parts of the world, or they would not be able to maintain their standing. The Society should endeavoor to enc wage the introduction of improved machinery; and those who were connected with it should not only attend its annual but its quarterly meetings. Each, should bring his grain of experience, and the whole would form a large and important heap. By doing this and encouraging the Committee, by their attendance and a communication of their experience, they would keep pace with the improved condition of England and Scotland, where agriculture was a science. He came into the colony without any knowledge of agriculture, but had endeavoured to learn all he could from the experience of others. He felt that the position he occupied as President of the Society was a very honourable one, and that he was unworthy to fill it. He had, however, done his duty to the best of his ability, and was determined to continue to do so. He was glad to see so many present on that occasion, and hoped at the next year's meeting to see a great many more. (Applause.)Mr. Poole proposed " The Mining and Commercial Interests..........Mr. G. Morgan returned thanks........
Mr. Wilkinson, Secretary to the Society, then read the list of prizes awarded by the Judges, with their remarks on each, as follows;--
1st Prize.—For the best ploughing in the field, by any team, the Society's silver medal, value £7 7s. No. 1, William Barrett.
HORSE TEAMS (MEN).
2nd prize, £4 4s. No. 15, Edward Demsey. Best formed ridge in the field.
3rd prize, £3 3s. No. 12, William Croker. Ploughing well laid, but the ridge rather flat.
4th prize, £2 2s. No. 16, William Lock. Grown rather too high.
5th prize, £1 1, No. 18, William Pope. Rather flanked.
BULLOCK TEAMS (Men).
2nd prize, £4 4s. No.5, Allen McLean. Very well plonghed, but rather flat.
3rd prize, £3 3s. No. 6, John McLean. Crown too high. Ridge flanked badly.
4th prize, £2 2s. No. 2, Hugh McLean. Crown too close. Bidge flanked rather roughly.
5th prize, £1. No. 1, Henry Lovell. Badly formed crown. Rather roughly finished.
House teams (Boys).
1st prize, £2 2s., and special prize of £2 from Mr. Poole, for the best boy's ploughing by whatever team, as also his prize of £2 last year, returned by Mr. Smith for competition at this match. No. 13, George Crittenden (a lad 15 years of age). The crown rather open. Ridge pretty well formed,
2nd prize, £1 1s. No. 17, Robert Halden. Crown too close and confused, and ridge rather flanked.
BULLOCK TEAMS (BOYS). 1st prize, £2 2s. No. 4, George Bald.
Mr. Umpherstone proposed "The Health of the Judges." .......................
Mr.D. Shannon returned thanks. The Judges acted to the best of their ability, and independently. It gave him great pleasure instating that they were unanimous in their decision; and he was confident that nine out of every ten who might visit the field would approve of their decision.
Mr. Smith proposed " The Health of the Successful Competitors." ..........Mr. Wm Barrett returned thanks............
Mr. Thomas Bowes returned thanks. He hoped, of some future occasion, to be again amongst the successful competitors. It was the first time in his life that he had been unsuccessful.................................................
Mr. Cave, in reply to a remark made by Mr. Umpherstone, said the reason why the Gumeracha Agricultural
Society had become extinct was that most of the Leading men who established it had left the district. The South Australian Company allowed their tenants no compensation for improvements, and the result was that ll who could possibly do so obtained land of their own. Mr. Martin proposed "The Health of Lady McDonnell and the Ladies of South Australia." Glee, "Here's a health to all good lasses." Mr. Hugh McLean returned thanks.
Mr. McEwen proposed " The Press of South Australia," and coupled with it the Observer.
Mr. Holden returned thanks. " The Health of the Host and Hostess" was proposed by Mr. Smith, and duly responded to. The meeting terminated at 12 o'clock.
GAWLER ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH
Judges—Messrs. David Shannon, of Yatala; Robert Rankine, of Mount Torrens; and William Wingate, of
Gawler River.
The Gawler Agricultural Society's second annual ploughing match took place on Thursday last. The field selected was a portion of Mr. William Pope's Section, No. 113, situate on the Gawler River, about two miles and a half south-west from Gawler Town. It would not have been possible to have chosen a better spot. The land is of a light brown loam, rather sandy, and of very equal quality throughout. There were no stones, trees, stumps, or other obstructions, and the whole field was perfectly level. Each half acre allotted to the competitors
was marked off in lengths of ten chains, by half a chain in width, and a vacant space of about seventy feet was : left between the headlands of the allotments, reserved for the horse teams and the bullock teams respectively., This allowed sufficient room for the teams to turn, and , also for the visitors to perambulate during the day, whilst it also afforded to the latter the greatest possible facilities for examining the progress of the work.
The weather was delightfully fine. This induced a large number of persons of both sexes to visit the scene. The greater number of the spectators were equestrians. There were two or three booths erected on the ground
for the sale of refreshments. At 10 o'clock the following entries were made-
MENS' (bullock teams).
No. Owner. ploughmen.
1. John Smith Henry Novell
2. Hugh McLean ... Owner
3. John Wilkinson ... W. H. Wilkinson
5. Allen McLean ... Owner
6. Robert McCord ... John McCord
7. John Bawes Thomas Bawes
BOY (BULLOCK TEAM).
4. Robert Bald George Bald.
MEN (Horse Teams).
9. William Bassett ... Wm. Bassett, jun. ,
10. James Martin ... Joseph Simpson
11. William Barrett ... Owner
12. William Croker ... Owner
14. James Martin ... George Grimmond.
15. J. D. Cave Edward De Moey
16. Henry Lock William Lock
18. William Pope Owner.
BOYS (horse Teams).
8. John Smith James Nelson Smith
13. Samuel Crittenden George Crittenden
17. John Haldane Robert Haldane.
The lots having been drawn as above, the teams were started shortly before 11 o'clock. The conditions agreed upon by the Committee were, that each competitor should plough his half-acre in two lands, not less thm 5 inches deep, nor more than 9 inches in the furrow, and complete his work In five hours. Each ploughman to be allowed an assistant for the first round. Nearly all the ploughmen finished their work within the given time.
THE DINNER. In the evening about 60 gentlemen sat down to an excellent dinner at the Globe Inn. Dr. Schomburgk occupied the chair, and was supported by Messrs. R. J. Turner, James Umpherstone, G. Warren, David Shannon, John McEwen, J. Smith, and others. Mr. J. D. Cave and Mr. Richard Smith acted as croupiers.
.........Dr. Schomburgk returned thanks. The Society was only two years old, and during its early establishment many difficulties had to be contended with. But the colonists must persevere and keep pace with the improvements made in other parts of the world, or they would not be able to maintain their standing. The Society should endeavoor to enc wage the introduction of improved machinery; and those who were connected with it should not only attend its annual but its quarterly meetings. Each, should bring his grain of experience, and the whole would form a large and important heap. By doing this and encouraging the Committee, by their attendance and a communication of their experience, they would keep pace with the improved condition of England and Scotland, where agriculture was a science. He came into the colony without any knowledge of agriculture, but had endeavoured to learn all he could from the experience of others. He felt that the position he occupied as President of the Society was a very honourable one, and that he was unworthy to fill it. He had, however, done his duty to the best of his ability, and was determined to continue to do so. He was glad to see so many present on that occasion, and hoped at the next year's meeting to see a great many more. (Applause.)Mr. Poole proposed " The Mining and Commercial Interests..........Mr. G. Morgan returned thanks........
Mr. Wilkinson, Secretary to the Society, then read the list of prizes awarded by the Judges, with their remarks on each, as follows;--
1st Prize.—For the best ploughing in the field, by any team, the Society's silver medal, value £7 7s. No. 1, William Barrett.
HORSE TEAMS (MEN).
2nd prize, £4 4s. No. 15, Edward Demsey. Best formed ridge in the field.
3rd prize, £3 3s. No. 12, William Croker. Ploughing well laid, but the ridge rather flat.
4th prize, £2 2s. No. 16, William Lock. Grown rather too high.
5th prize, £1 1, No. 18, William Pope. Rather flanked.
BULLOCK TEAMS (Men).
2nd prize, £4 4s. No.5, Allen McLean. Very well plonghed, but rather flat.
3rd prize, £3 3s. No. 6, John McLean. Crown too high. Ridge flanked badly.
4th prize, £2 2s. No. 2, Hugh McLean. Crown too close. Bidge flanked rather roughly.
5th prize, £1. No. 1, Henry Lovell. Badly formed crown. Rather roughly finished.
House teams (Boys).
1st prize, £2 2s., and special prize of £2 from Mr. Poole, for the best boy's ploughing by whatever team, as also his prize of £2 last year, returned by Mr. Smith for competition at this match. No. 13, George Crittenden (a lad 15 years of age). The crown rather open. Ridge pretty well formed,
2nd prize, £1 1s. No. 17, Robert Halden. Crown too close and confused, and ridge rather flanked.
BULLOCK TEAMS (BOYS). 1st prize, £2 2s. No. 4, George Bald.
Mr. Umpherstone proposed "The Health of the Judges." .......................
Mr.D. Shannon returned thanks. The Judges acted to the best of their ability, and independently. It gave him great pleasure instating that they were unanimous in their decision; and he was confident that nine out of every ten who might visit the field would approve of their decision.
Mr. Smith proposed " The Health of the Successful Competitors." ..........Mr. Wm Barrett returned thanks............
Mr. Thomas Bowes returned thanks. He hoped, of some future occasion, to be again amongst the successful competitors. It was the first time in his life that he had been unsuccessful.................................................
Mr. Cave, in reply to a remark made by Mr. Umpherstone, said the reason why the Gumeracha Agricultural
Society had become extinct was that most of the Leading men who established it had left the district. The South Australian Company allowed their tenants no compensation for improvements, and the result was that ll who could possibly do so obtained land of their own. Mr. Martin proposed "The Health of Lady McDonnell and the Ladies of South Australia." Glee, "Here's a health to all good lasses." Mr. Hugh McLean returned thanks.
Mr. McEwen proposed " The Press of South Australia," and coupled with it the Observer.
Mr. Holden returned thanks. " The Health of the Host and Hostess" was proposed by Mr. Smith, and duly responded to. The meeting terminated at 12 o'clock.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Saturday 9 August 1856
BREMER PLOUGHING MATCH. WEDNESDAY July 30.
Judges— Messrs. Alexander Stark, Angasbank; Thos. Graham, Burnfoot and John Cheriton, Whitstone Farm. This match, the first of the season, came off upon Mr. Alexander Gordons section, No. 2772, on the Angas Plains, a rich brown sandy virgin soil, level, and wholly free from obstructions, unless, indeed, what arose from an old line of road across the ground. The weather, which threatened at first to be stormy, tuned out exceedingly fine, and there was a large number of persons present, most of them practical farmers. We noticed also a few ladies. Considering that this part of the district has but lately been brought under cultivation, and that the present was the first attempt at a ploughing match, it is somewhat surprising that so many as 23 teams should have made their appearance on the field. We may notice also that several of these would have done credit to any district in the colony. The following is a list of entries. Those marked * being bullock teams.
MEN
No. Owner. Ploughman. No. Owner. Ploughman.
1. Alex. Stark ... John Stark 12.* Rodk. McQueen ... Owner
2.* John Cheriton ... Richard Cheriton 13.* Archd. McLean ... William Allen
3.* Matt. Rankine ... John Rankine 14. ------ Anderson ... Owner
4.* Donald Gollan ... Enos Lindsay 15. George Knight ... Chas. Sturgeon
5.* John Waddell ... John Waddell jun. 16. Archd. McLean ... Charles Turner
6. Donald Gollan ... Hugh Mattheson 17. Donald Sutherland ...William Wylie
7.* Matt. Rankine ... Silas Usher 18.* Archd. McLean ... John Charles
8. Ditto... ... ... Owner 20.* John Marsh ... Owner
9.*Stephen Hall ... John Hall 21.* Donald Livingstone Owner.
10. Wm. Hill ... Owner
11.*John Cheriton ... Jephthah Good
Boys (under 18 years of age
19. Donald Gollan ... Jos. Tregilgas
22. Hugh McLean ... Farquhar McLennon
23.*Walter Girdlestone Owner
Ploughing commenced at about 10 o'clock, and went on with spirit till the work was completed, not a single competitor withdrawing from the contest, and each finishing his half acre within the allotted time . The ploughing was generally considered good, in fact some was decidedly excellent, and it was the opinion of most practical men that the office of judge would be no sinicure. Some anxiety was manifested from the fact that neither of the gentlemen who been appointed to the judge's office was in attendance, and only one of them, had replied to the Secretary's letter, that one excusing his absence on the ground of a prior engagement. After some consultation the gentlemen whose names appear above were induced to act, though Mr. Stark felt some delicacy as his son was one of the competitors. Mr. Cheriton also objected for a similar reason, as his brother was between the stilts; but the general feeling was in favour of their acting, as they were known to be true farmers and men of sound judgment, besides being above the reach of suspicion as regards partiality. A dray was on the ground from Langhorne's Creek to dispense those little medical comforts which would not otherwise have been met within the midst of the bush; for the section, though surrounded by many others newly fenced, is approached from the Wellington road by a very open country. Mr. Gordon kept open house, and his friends were hospitably regaled upon.
Lordly rounds of beef and cheering cups of coffee, which refreshing beverages he also had served to the ploughmen at midday. The Judges went over the work with great care, returning again and again to compare particular lots. Most of the company left them on the ground, contenting themselves with awaiting their decision after dinner. A very agreeable party met at 6 o'clock at the Langhorn's Creek Inn, where Mr. Freeman had prepared a most excellent spread, comprising every substantial joint a hearty ploughman could desire to attack, and some splendid specimens of country poultry. It happened also that a party of gentlemen upon a shooting excursion were spending a week at the inn, and they greatly improved the banquet by a present of game, which was in first-rate condition. The chair was occupied by Mr. Donald Gollan, on whose right hand were Dr. Hawker of Stratbalbyn, Messrs. Archibald McLean, Thomas Hawker, Hooper, of Mount Barker, &c.; and on his left, Messrs Matthew Rankne, John Rankine, Burcham, Anderson, &. Mr. John Cheriton filled the vice-chair. The cloth having been drawn, the CHAIRMAN proposed in succession "The Queen," "The Royal Family, "The Governor-in-Chief," and 'The Armies and Navies of England and her Allies, all which were pledged right loyally. Mr. ARCHIBALD McLEAN, the Secretary, then announced the Judges' award, remarking, at the same time, that the ploughing match, although the first which had been held in the Bremer District, had turned out one of the best that had ever taken place in the colony.
MEN
First prize, £5 5s., John Stark, No. 1 Second prize, £4 4s Jephthah Good, No. 11. Third prize, £3 3s., Matthew Rankine, No. 8. Fourth prize, £2 2s, John Waddell, jun, No. 5. Fifth prize, £1 1s, Charles Sturgeon, No. 15.
BOYS.
First prize, £3 3s., W. Girdlestone, No. 23. Second prize, £2 2s., Farquhar McLennon, No. 22. Third prize, £1 1s., Joseph Tregilgas, No. 19.
Best colonial-made iron plough, £1 1s., Duncan McRae, used with Hugh McLean's bullocks, No. 22; maker, Malcolm McRae, Strathalbyn.
Best colonial-made wooden plough, £1 1s, Matthew Rankine, No. 3; maker, Mr. Bills, Strathalbyn.
Best team of horses, £1 1s., George Knight No. 15. Best team of bullocks, £1 1s., Matthew Rankine, No. 3.
The prizes having been distributed, The VICE-CHAIRMAN proposed 'The Healths of the Unsuccessful Competitors," remarking that many of them were not far behind their more fortunate rivals, who would probably find it difficult to beat them another year. He considered it a good sign that there were so many unsuccessful, as it showed a degree of spirit beyond what might have been expected in a district so recently settled. The toast was duly acknowledged by Mr. LINDSAY; after which Mr. KIMBER of the Bugle Ranges, sang "The Gipsy's Tent." We may here say that many excellent songs were sung during the evening by the same gentleman, the Chairman, the Vice-Chairman, Mr. Hooper, and other guests. Mr. Burcham proposed 'The Successful Competitors," and, as an old English manufacturer of ploughs and other farming implements, urged the necessity of frequent meetings between the makers and the users of such articles, in order that the best form of mould-board, &c., might be adopted, and every desirable improvement introduced. Mr. JOHN STARK returned thanks. Mr. MATTHEW RANKINE, another Prizeman, added a few words upon the form of the mould-board he had used that day, remarking that it had crushed the furrow too much, and thus injured the quality of his work. This was a fault which ought to be rectified, and one by which he would take care not to suffer on any future occasion.
The CHAIRMAN would strongly advise the unsuccessful competitors to go over the work carefully the next day and compare their own with that of the men who had taken the prizes. They might thus not only trace out errors in their own mode of ploughing, which further practice would rectify, but might also ascertain how far their mould-boards or coulters had been in fault. It sometimes happened that the work was spoilt by the mere turning of a screw, and such things could not be too closely studied. He would also advise Mr. Burcham, as a manufacturer of ploughs, to examine the ground, and take the lines for the mould-board; and then, perhaps, by their next meeting, they might have to congratulate him upon some useful improvements. He concluded by craving a bumper for the Judges, whose decision he was convinced had given universal satisfaction. Only one of them, the Vice-Chairman, was present, but he was commissioned to apologize for the others, who, having been appointed on the ground, had not made arrangements for staying to the dinner, and had other appointments which they could not neglect. The toast was very heartily drunk. ................................
Mr. HOOPER said the cost of the proposed Murray Railway would be equal to a tax of £4 7s. 6d. per head upon every man, woman, and child in the colony. It would throw them into debt to that extent. The CHAIRMAN heartily hoped Mr. Hooper would attend the meeting on this subject. It would be had enough for all the male adults in the colony to be in debt, but to involve the women and children in the same way would never do at all. Dr. Hawker expressed his full concurrence in the Chairman's remarks upon the all-engrossing topic of the Murray Railway. He believed that if in a colony like this they were to accomplish anything with entire success, they would only do so by means of railway communication, but the line to be adopted would require careful consideration..................His Excellency considered that a railway to the Murray would be an important acquisition to the colony, and in this opinion there were, no doubt, many who agreed; but the question then arose whether it should go by the northern or the southern route. He was pleased to hear the subject referred to by their Chairman, and agreed with him in hoping that the requisition summoning a public meeting would be numerously signed. The question was, in fact, whether a million and a half of borrowed money should be laid out, in making a line to the Murray, 100 or 180 miles long by way of Moorundee or the Burra, or whether a far smaller sum should be expended in constructing a line 57 miles in length by way of Mount Barker and Strathalbyn. (Hear, hear.) He hoped that before deparating they would take the first step towards the holding of a monster meeting...................................
The last named gentleman (HOOPER) concluded by proposing "The Health of Lady MacDonnell and the Ladies of South Australia," for whom Mr MATTHEW RANKINE and Mr. STEPHENSON returned thanks. The next toast, from the Chair, was 'The Visitors,' to which Mr. HOOPER and Mr. BURCHAM responded. Dr. Hawker proposed the Chairman's health, dwelling particularly upon the zeal Mr. Gollan had always shown in promoting the interests of that part of the country. The CHAIRMAN returned thanks, and demanded a bumper for the Vice-Chairman, who duly acknowledged the compliment. Mr. HOOPER gave the next toast, "The Ploughing Match Committee," coupling with it the name of Mr. Archibald McLean, the Secretary. Mr. A. McLEAN returned thanks. He was but a novice in such matters, but had done his best, for he was well aware of the benefits conferred on agriculturists by the establishment of ploughing-matches. He had received every possible assistance from the Committee, to whose exertions, far more than his own, the success of the day was attributable. Dr. HAWKER proposed "The Press" coupling with it the name of Mr. Andrews. Mr. ANDREWS, of the Register and Observer, expressed his acknowledgements. The CHAIRMAN proposed, as the last toast upon his list, "The Health of the Host and Hostess," which was cordially drunk, and responded to by Mr. FREEMAN. The regular business of the evening being ended, a conversation ensued on the subject of the proposed Murray Railway, and several of those present affixed their names to a paper prepared by Mr. Gollan, calling a public meeting on the subject. Before separating, the whole company joined in a parting bumper to the health of Dr. Hawker, whose strenuous exertions for the advancement of Strathalbyn and its neighbourhood were very warmly acknowledged.
BREMER PLOUGHING MATCH. WEDNESDAY July 30.
Judges— Messrs. Alexander Stark, Angasbank; Thos. Graham, Burnfoot and John Cheriton, Whitstone Farm. This match, the first of the season, came off upon Mr. Alexander Gordons section, No. 2772, on the Angas Plains, a rich brown sandy virgin soil, level, and wholly free from obstructions, unless, indeed, what arose from an old line of road across the ground. The weather, which threatened at first to be stormy, tuned out exceedingly fine, and there was a large number of persons present, most of them practical farmers. We noticed also a few ladies. Considering that this part of the district has but lately been brought under cultivation, and that the present was the first attempt at a ploughing match, it is somewhat surprising that so many as 23 teams should have made their appearance on the field. We may notice also that several of these would have done credit to any district in the colony. The following is a list of entries. Those marked * being bullock teams.
MEN
No. Owner. Ploughman. No. Owner. Ploughman.
1. Alex. Stark ... John Stark 12.* Rodk. McQueen ... Owner
2.* John Cheriton ... Richard Cheriton 13.* Archd. McLean ... William Allen
3.* Matt. Rankine ... John Rankine 14. ------ Anderson ... Owner
4.* Donald Gollan ... Enos Lindsay 15. George Knight ... Chas. Sturgeon
5.* John Waddell ... John Waddell jun. 16. Archd. McLean ... Charles Turner
6. Donald Gollan ... Hugh Mattheson 17. Donald Sutherland ...William Wylie
7.* Matt. Rankine ... Silas Usher 18.* Archd. McLean ... John Charles
8. Ditto... ... ... Owner 20.* John Marsh ... Owner
9.*Stephen Hall ... John Hall 21.* Donald Livingstone Owner.
10. Wm. Hill ... Owner
11.*John Cheriton ... Jephthah Good
Boys (under 18 years of age
19. Donald Gollan ... Jos. Tregilgas
22. Hugh McLean ... Farquhar McLennon
23.*Walter Girdlestone Owner
Ploughing commenced at about 10 o'clock, and went on with spirit till the work was completed, not a single competitor withdrawing from the contest, and each finishing his half acre within the allotted time . The ploughing was generally considered good, in fact some was decidedly excellent, and it was the opinion of most practical men that the office of judge would be no sinicure. Some anxiety was manifested from the fact that neither of the gentlemen who been appointed to the judge's office was in attendance, and only one of them, had replied to the Secretary's letter, that one excusing his absence on the ground of a prior engagement. After some consultation the gentlemen whose names appear above were induced to act, though Mr. Stark felt some delicacy as his son was one of the competitors. Mr. Cheriton also objected for a similar reason, as his brother was between the stilts; but the general feeling was in favour of their acting, as they were known to be true farmers and men of sound judgment, besides being above the reach of suspicion as regards partiality. A dray was on the ground from Langhorne's Creek to dispense those little medical comforts which would not otherwise have been met within the midst of the bush; for the section, though surrounded by many others newly fenced, is approached from the Wellington road by a very open country. Mr. Gordon kept open house, and his friends were hospitably regaled upon.
Lordly rounds of beef and cheering cups of coffee, which refreshing beverages he also had served to the ploughmen at midday. The Judges went over the work with great care, returning again and again to compare particular lots. Most of the company left them on the ground, contenting themselves with awaiting their decision after dinner. A very agreeable party met at 6 o'clock at the Langhorn's Creek Inn, where Mr. Freeman had prepared a most excellent spread, comprising every substantial joint a hearty ploughman could desire to attack, and some splendid specimens of country poultry. It happened also that a party of gentlemen upon a shooting excursion were spending a week at the inn, and they greatly improved the banquet by a present of game, which was in first-rate condition. The chair was occupied by Mr. Donald Gollan, on whose right hand were Dr. Hawker of Stratbalbyn, Messrs. Archibald McLean, Thomas Hawker, Hooper, of Mount Barker, &c.; and on his left, Messrs Matthew Rankne, John Rankine, Burcham, Anderson, &. Mr. John Cheriton filled the vice-chair. The cloth having been drawn, the CHAIRMAN proposed in succession "The Queen," "The Royal Family, "The Governor-in-Chief," and 'The Armies and Navies of England and her Allies, all which were pledged right loyally. Mr. ARCHIBALD McLEAN, the Secretary, then announced the Judges' award, remarking, at the same time, that the ploughing match, although the first which had been held in the Bremer District, had turned out one of the best that had ever taken place in the colony.
MEN
First prize, £5 5s., John Stark, No. 1 Second prize, £4 4s Jephthah Good, No. 11. Third prize, £3 3s., Matthew Rankine, No. 8. Fourth prize, £2 2s, John Waddell, jun, No. 5. Fifth prize, £1 1s, Charles Sturgeon, No. 15.
BOYS.
First prize, £3 3s., W. Girdlestone, No. 23. Second prize, £2 2s., Farquhar McLennon, No. 22. Third prize, £1 1s., Joseph Tregilgas, No. 19.
Best colonial-made iron plough, £1 1s., Duncan McRae, used with Hugh McLean's bullocks, No. 22; maker, Malcolm McRae, Strathalbyn.
Best colonial-made wooden plough, £1 1s, Matthew Rankine, No. 3; maker, Mr. Bills, Strathalbyn.
Best team of horses, £1 1s., George Knight No. 15. Best team of bullocks, £1 1s., Matthew Rankine, No. 3.
The prizes having been distributed, The VICE-CHAIRMAN proposed 'The Healths of the Unsuccessful Competitors," remarking that many of them were not far behind their more fortunate rivals, who would probably find it difficult to beat them another year. He considered it a good sign that there were so many unsuccessful, as it showed a degree of spirit beyond what might have been expected in a district so recently settled. The toast was duly acknowledged by Mr. LINDSAY; after which Mr. KIMBER of the Bugle Ranges, sang "The Gipsy's Tent." We may here say that many excellent songs were sung during the evening by the same gentleman, the Chairman, the Vice-Chairman, Mr. Hooper, and other guests. Mr. Burcham proposed 'The Successful Competitors," and, as an old English manufacturer of ploughs and other farming implements, urged the necessity of frequent meetings between the makers and the users of such articles, in order that the best form of mould-board, &c., might be adopted, and every desirable improvement introduced. Mr. JOHN STARK returned thanks. Mr. MATTHEW RANKINE, another Prizeman, added a few words upon the form of the mould-board he had used that day, remarking that it had crushed the furrow too much, and thus injured the quality of his work. This was a fault which ought to be rectified, and one by which he would take care not to suffer on any future occasion.
The CHAIRMAN would strongly advise the unsuccessful competitors to go over the work carefully the next day and compare their own with that of the men who had taken the prizes. They might thus not only trace out errors in their own mode of ploughing, which further practice would rectify, but might also ascertain how far their mould-boards or coulters had been in fault. It sometimes happened that the work was spoilt by the mere turning of a screw, and such things could not be too closely studied. He would also advise Mr. Burcham, as a manufacturer of ploughs, to examine the ground, and take the lines for the mould-board; and then, perhaps, by their next meeting, they might have to congratulate him upon some useful improvements. He concluded by craving a bumper for the Judges, whose decision he was convinced had given universal satisfaction. Only one of them, the Vice-Chairman, was present, but he was commissioned to apologize for the others, who, having been appointed on the ground, had not made arrangements for staying to the dinner, and had other appointments which they could not neglect. The toast was very heartily drunk. ................................
Mr. HOOPER said the cost of the proposed Murray Railway would be equal to a tax of £4 7s. 6d. per head upon every man, woman, and child in the colony. It would throw them into debt to that extent. The CHAIRMAN heartily hoped Mr. Hooper would attend the meeting on this subject. It would be had enough for all the male adults in the colony to be in debt, but to involve the women and children in the same way would never do at all. Dr. Hawker expressed his full concurrence in the Chairman's remarks upon the all-engrossing topic of the Murray Railway. He believed that if in a colony like this they were to accomplish anything with entire success, they would only do so by means of railway communication, but the line to be adopted would require careful consideration..................His Excellency considered that a railway to the Murray would be an important acquisition to the colony, and in this opinion there were, no doubt, many who agreed; but the question then arose whether it should go by the northern or the southern route. He was pleased to hear the subject referred to by their Chairman, and agreed with him in hoping that the requisition summoning a public meeting would be numerously signed. The question was, in fact, whether a million and a half of borrowed money should be laid out, in making a line to the Murray, 100 or 180 miles long by way of Moorundee or the Burra, or whether a far smaller sum should be expended in constructing a line 57 miles in length by way of Mount Barker and Strathalbyn. (Hear, hear.) He hoped that before deparating they would take the first step towards the holding of a monster meeting...................................
The last named gentleman (HOOPER) concluded by proposing "The Health of Lady MacDonnell and the Ladies of South Australia," for whom Mr MATTHEW RANKINE and Mr. STEPHENSON returned thanks. The next toast, from the Chair, was 'The Visitors,' to which Mr. HOOPER and Mr. BURCHAM responded. Dr. Hawker proposed the Chairman's health, dwelling particularly upon the zeal Mr. Gollan had always shown in promoting the interests of that part of the country. The CHAIRMAN returned thanks, and demanded a bumper for the Vice-Chairman, who duly acknowledged the compliment. Mr. HOOPER gave the next toast, "The Ploughing Match Committee," coupling with it the name of Mr. Archibald McLean, the Secretary. Mr. A. McLEAN returned thanks. He was but a novice in such matters, but had done his best, for he was well aware of the benefits conferred on agriculturists by the establishment of ploughing-matches. He had received every possible assistance from the Committee, to whose exertions, far more than his own, the success of the day was attributable. Dr. HAWKER proposed "The Press" coupling with it the name of Mr. Andrews. Mr. ANDREWS, of the Register and Observer, expressed his acknowledgements. The CHAIRMAN proposed, as the last toast upon his list, "The Health of the Host and Hostess," which was cordially drunk, and responded to by Mr. FREEMAN. The regular business of the evening being ended, a conversation ensued on the subject of the proposed Murray Railway, and several of those present affixed their names to a paper prepared by Mr. Gollan, calling a public meeting on the subject. Before separating, the whole company joined in a parting bumper to the health of Dr. Hawker, whose strenuous exertions for the advancement of Strathalbyn and its neighbourhood were very warmly acknowledged.
Adelaide Observer (SA), Saturday 16 August 1856
THE WILLUNGA AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY'S PLOUGHING MATCH. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13.
Judges—Messrs. Robert Burley, Meadows; Robert Smith, O'Halloran Hill; and Richard Hill, Willunga.
This annual event came off at Aldinga by rotation, the arrangement now being that it shall alternate be tween that place, Willunga, and Maclaren Vale. The spot selected was a section belonging to Mr. Fidge, near Mr. White's mill, perhaps the best that could have been found in the immediate locality, but by no means well adapted for the purpose. It consists of a brown sandy loam, and has lain in pasture for four years; but the western end is of the kind called " Bay of Biscay," and the ploughmen at that part of the field were at a great disadvantage, as the soil crumbled to pieces, and made the best work show badly. We fancy this difficulty might in part have been avoided had the lands bear marked out east and west, instead of north and south, which would have given each competitor a share of the unfavourable end.
Mr. Smith Kell and Mr. Atkinson were early on the ground, and there was very little delay in starting, as the entries (23 in number) had been taken the previous evening at the Aldirura Hotel. They were as follows:--
First Class {Champions). Third Class (Boys)
No. Owner. Ploughman. No. Owner. Ploughman
8. George Lovelock Owner 3. James Binney Wm. Henry Binney
10.* Philip Seaman Owner 2. Edward Loud Edward Loud, jun.
7 Thomas Atkinson John Grundy 1.* Finlay McRae John McRae
9. James Bennett Owner 5.* Thomas Brooks Emanuel Brooks
6. James Foreman ... ... Owner. 4. Robert Palmer Robert Palmer, jun.
Second Class (General).
11. John Kelton Owner
12. Duncan Stuart John McLallan
13. Thomas Marshall John Wainman
11. Smith Kell Robert Hockney
15. Gabriel Cox George Bell
16. H. Lovelock William Whitbread
17. Samuel Shorn John Carr
18.* John Wilson Charles Whitbread
19. Ditto John Jacobs
20. William Hyde Owner
21. Daniel Evans True Jacobs
22.* Thomas Martin Richard Martin
23.* Abraham Pethick. Owner.
The day was remarkably fine, and the company very numerous. Farmers were present from every part of the extensive district, besides several from more distant places—Morpheti Vale, O'Halloran Hill, the Meadows, Echunga, and Adelaide. There was also a large show of ladies, mostly on horseback. Much of the ploughing was very good, and nearly the whole of the teams completed their work; but the knowing ones fancied at a very early hour that they could pretty well name the winner in each class. Their predictions were justified by the decisions of the Judges; for, though he did not actually take the prize, the favourite champion lost it only by being too late in finishing his work; and the two medal-bearers were those who were expected to wear them.
There were three refreshment-stands in the field; and the interest of the day was increased by the rather un- usual number of horses led about for inspection. The lads of the neighbourhood got up a cricket match, and amused themselves in grand style. Altogether the day's meeting was a very gay affair.
The dinner took place at the Aldinga Hotel, where Mr. and Mrs. Palmer provided a most excellent spread. The poultry, in particular, was remarkably fine, the turkeys and the barn-door fowls being all giants of their kind, though tender as poults and chickens. Ninety-four persons were present, and Mr. Smith Kell, President of the Association, took the chair, supported by Messrs. T. Atkinson, R. Atkinson, Willimott, Burley, R. Smith, Colville, Hewett, and R. Hill. The Vice-Chairman was Mr. Norman, near whom we noticed Dr. Knipe, Messrs. Edmonds, Russell, Pavey, and Albert Chapman.
..............The Vice-Chairman gave the next toast—"The Judges." He was happy to follow out the Chairman's idea by showing that the union of the Associations was complete—a fact which he might illustrate from the circumstance that the same gentlemen who had several times decided for them at Willunga were now acting again at Aldinga. It would be well remembered that on almost every occasion, for many years past, those gentlemen had been invited to undertake the same duties, and he was quite sure they had always acted when they were able to do so. This toast having been warmly honoured, The Chairman read the Judges' award, as follows:--
First Class (Champions).
First prize, £8 8s., No. 6, James Foreman. Second do., £5 5s., No. 9, James Bennett.
Second Class (General).
First prize, £8 8s. and medal value £3 3s., No. 11, Robert Salad Hockney. Second do,, £6 6s., No. 12, John McLallan. Third do., £4 Is., No. 11, John Kelton. Fourth do., £3 3s., No. 13, John Wainman.
Third Class (Boys).
First prize, £4 4s., No. 3, William Henry Binney. Second do., £3 3s., No. 2, Edward Load, jun. Third do., £2 2s., No. 5, E. Brooks.
BEST PLOUGH. £2 2s., No. 7, T. Atkinson.
He added that it was the wish of the Judges for him to mention that the ploughing of Seaman (No. 10} was undoubtedly the best in the field, hut unfortunately he did not comply with the rules, and he was sure Air. Seaman himself would be the first to agree with the Judges that where they had rules they must be enforced. He had still the credit, acknowledged by all on the ground, of having been the best ploughman of the day, and he believed the funds of the Association would be sufficient to enable the Committee to make up the prize to him also. The rules must, of coarse, be abided by; but he did not say that they might not before the next annual match be altered. It was, farther, the Judges wish for him to mention that in the boys' class John McRae, No. 1, would have been second but for his non-compliance with the rules. In his case, also, the Committee hoped to be in funds to hand him over the amount he would otherwise have taken. There was another in the second class (Abraham Pethick, No. 21) who was disqualified for being beyond his time. The fact was, the bullock-teams took more time than the horse-teams, and it was not unlikely some allowance might be made for them at the next Willunga ploughing match.
Mr. Burley acknowledged the compliment paid by the company to himself and his brother Judges, who were all much pleased at the union which had been effected between the various portions of the Willunga district. He wished to remark that, though Mr. Seaman's disqualification had given Mr. Foreman the first prize, he could not congratulate the latter upon his success. He did not plough as well with the two-wheel plough as he used to do with the swing plough; and if he tried with it in Adelaide for the proposed £100 prize, he would not gain it. His pupil, the prize-boy, Binney, did admirably with the two-wheel plough; and if he went on carefully for two years more, he would beat his master.
.................Mr. Willimott called for a bumper to the Chair man's health. They all knew that he had done his best to advance the interests of their Agricultural Association, and he was sure the company would be proud to do
him honour. The Chairman acknowledged the compliment. He had certainly taken some pains to carry out the object they now saw so happily accomplished, and in this he had been much assisted by the Committee. He had also to express his acknowledgments to the Vice Chairman, Mr. Norman—(loud bursts of applause)—an old colonist, and an old friend of himself and many in the room. He begged to propose his health.
The VICE-CHAIRMAN returned thanks, remarking that he was one of the earliest settlers in the district, and that he had always taken his stand upon agriculture. He had stuck to it when he and many others, whose dependence was upon the produce of their fields, were driven to very hard expedients: but he never despaired; he determined to work on* and the result had not led him to regret his resolution. He was happy to be still, as he had been for so many years, a resident in the district, and most happy to see the ploughing match and the evening pass off as pleasantly. He concluded by proposing "The Health of the Host and Hostess."
This having been drunk, and duly acknowledged, the ! company gradually separated. We have not enumerated
the songs and recitations with which the speeches were interspered, but they showed that Willunga is rather rich in vocal and declamatory talent. The gentlemen to whom the party were chiefly indebted in these respects were Messrs. Albert Chapman, Colville, Edmonds, Stuart, Norman, and Pavey.
THE WILLUNGA AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY'S PLOUGHING MATCH. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13.
Judges—Messrs. Robert Burley, Meadows; Robert Smith, O'Halloran Hill; and Richard Hill, Willunga.
This annual event came off at Aldinga by rotation, the arrangement now being that it shall alternate be tween that place, Willunga, and Maclaren Vale. The spot selected was a section belonging to Mr. Fidge, near Mr. White's mill, perhaps the best that could have been found in the immediate locality, but by no means well adapted for the purpose. It consists of a brown sandy loam, and has lain in pasture for four years; but the western end is of the kind called " Bay of Biscay," and the ploughmen at that part of the field were at a great disadvantage, as the soil crumbled to pieces, and made the best work show badly. We fancy this difficulty might in part have been avoided had the lands bear marked out east and west, instead of north and south, which would have given each competitor a share of the unfavourable end.
Mr. Smith Kell and Mr. Atkinson were early on the ground, and there was very little delay in starting, as the entries (23 in number) had been taken the previous evening at the Aldirura Hotel. They were as follows:--
First Class {Champions). Third Class (Boys)
No. Owner. Ploughman. No. Owner. Ploughman
8. George Lovelock Owner 3. James Binney Wm. Henry Binney
10.* Philip Seaman Owner 2. Edward Loud Edward Loud, jun.
7 Thomas Atkinson John Grundy 1.* Finlay McRae John McRae
9. James Bennett Owner 5.* Thomas Brooks Emanuel Brooks
6. James Foreman ... ... Owner. 4. Robert Palmer Robert Palmer, jun.
Second Class (General).
11. John Kelton Owner
12. Duncan Stuart John McLallan
13. Thomas Marshall John Wainman
11. Smith Kell Robert Hockney
15. Gabriel Cox George Bell
16. H. Lovelock William Whitbread
17. Samuel Shorn John Carr
18.* John Wilson Charles Whitbread
19. Ditto John Jacobs
20. William Hyde Owner
21. Daniel Evans True Jacobs
22.* Thomas Martin Richard Martin
23.* Abraham Pethick. Owner.
The day was remarkably fine, and the company very numerous. Farmers were present from every part of the extensive district, besides several from more distant places—Morpheti Vale, O'Halloran Hill, the Meadows, Echunga, and Adelaide. There was also a large show of ladies, mostly on horseback. Much of the ploughing was very good, and nearly the whole of the teams completed their work; but the knowing ones fancied at a very early hour that they could pretty well name the winner in each class. Their predictions were justified by the decisions of the Judges; for, though he did not actually take the prize, the favourite champion lost it only by being too late in finishing his work; and the two medal-bearers were those who were expected to wear them.
There were three refreshment-stands in the field; and the interest of the day was increased by the rather un- usual number of horses led about for inspection. The lads of the neighbourhood got up a cricket match, and amused themselves in grand style. Altogether the day's meeting was a very gay affair.
The dinner took place at the Aldinga Hotel, where Mr. and Mrs. Palmer provided a most excellent spread. The poultry, in particular, was remarkably fine, the turkeys and the barn-door fowls being all giants of their kind, though tender as poults and chickens. Ninety-four persons were present, and Mr. Smith Kell, President of the Association, took the chair, supported by Messrs. T. Atkinson, R. Atkinson, Willimott, Burley, R. Smith, Colville, Hewett, and R. Hill. The Vice-Chairman was Mr. Norman, near whom we noticed Dr. Knipe, Messrs. Edmonds, Russell, Pavey, and Albert Chapman.
..............The Vice-Chairman gave the next toast—"The Judges." He was happy to follow out the Chairman's idea by showing that the union of the Associations was complete—a fact which he might illustrate from the circumstance that the same gentlemen who had several times decided for them at Willunga were now acting again at Aldinga. It would be well remembered that on almost every occasion, for many years past, those gentlemen had been invited to undertake the same duties, and he was quite sure they had always acted when they were able to do so. This toast having been warmly honoured, The Chairman read the Judges' award, as follows:--
First Class (Champions).
First prize, £8 8s., No. 6, James Foreman. Second do., £5 5s., No. 9, James Bennett.
Second Class (General).
First prize, £8 8s. and medal value £3 3s., No. 11, Robert Salad Hockney. Second do,, £6 6s., No. 12, John McLallan. Third do., £4 Is., No. 11, John Kelton. Fourth do., £3 3s., No. 13, John Wainman.
Third Class (Boys).
First prize, £4 4s., No. 3, William Henry Binney. Second do., £3 3s., No. 2, Edward Load, jun. Third do., £2 2s., No. 5, E. Brooks.
BEST PLOUGH. £2 2s., No. 7, T. Atkinson.
He added that it was the wish of the Judges for him to mention that the ploughing of Seaman (No. 10} was undoubtedly the best in the field, hut unfortunately he did not comply with the rules, and he was sure Air. Seaman himself would be the first to agree with the Judges that where they had rules they must be enforced. He had still the credit, acknowledged by all on the ground, of having been the best ploughman of the day, and he believed the funds of the Association would be sufficient to enable the Committee to make up the prize to him also. The rules must, of coarse, be abided by; but he did not say that they might not before the next annual match be altered. It was, farther, the Judges wish for him to mention that in the boys' class John McRae, No. 1, would have been second but for his non-compliance with the rules. In his case, also, the Committee hoped to be in funds to hand him over the amount he would otherwise have taken. There was another in the second class (Abraham Pethick, No. 21) who was disqualified for being beyond his time. The fact was, the bullock-teams took more time than the horse-teams, and it was not unlikely some allowance might be made for them at the next Willunga ploughing match.
Mr. Burley acknowledged the compliment paid by the company to himself and his brother Judges, who were all much pleased at the union which had been effected between the various portions of the Willunga district. He wished to remark that, though Mr. Seaman's disqualification had given Mr. Foreman the first prize, he could not congratulate the latter upon his success. He did not plough as well with the two-wheel plough as he used to do with the swing plough; and if he tried with it in Adelaide for the proposed £100 prize, he would not gain it. His pupil, the prize-boy, Binney, did admirably with the two-wheel plough; and if he went on carefully for two years more, he would beat his master.
.................Mr. Willimott called for a bumper to the Chair man's health. They all knew that he had done his best to advance the interests of their Agricultural Association, and he was sure the company would be proud to do
him honour. The Chairman acknowledged the compliment. He had certainly taken some pains to carry out the object they now saw so happily accomplished, and in this he had been much assisted by the Committee. He had also to express his acknowledgments to the Vice Chairman, Mr. Norman—(loud bursts of applause)—an old colonist, and an old friend of himself and many in the room. He begged to propose his health.
The VICE-CHAIRMAN returned thanks, remarking that he was one of the earliest settlers in the district, and that he had always taken his stand upon agriculture. He had stuck to it when he and many others, whose dependence was upon the produce of their fields, were driven to very hard expedients: but he never despaired; he determined to work on* and the result had not led him to regret his resolution. He was happy to be still, as he had been for so many years, a resident in the district, and most happy to see the ploughing match and the evening pass off as pleasantly. He concluded by proposing "The Health of the Host and Hostess."
This having been drunk, and duly acknowledged, the ! company gradually separated. We have not enumerated
the songs and recitations with which the speeches were interspered, but they showed that Willunga is rather rich in vocal and declamatory talent. The gentlemen to whom the party were chiefly indebted in these respects were Messrs. Albert Chapman, Colville, Edmonds, Stuart, Norman, and Pavey.
Adelaide Times (SA), Friday 22 August 1856
Woodside Ploughing Match.—We have today had an opportunity of inspecting the medal made for the Champion's Prize at the above-named match, by Mr Ninnies, of Freeman-street. The body of the medal is of polished silver on the obverse, is the model of a plough, in gold, on a turned furrow of embossed silver, above which is a gold ribbon, engraved " Champion Prize," and beneath is a small ribbon, with the date 1856. On the reverse, tastefully engraved, is the inscription, " Woodside Ploughing Match, August 28th, 1855," with a vacant ribbon for the name of the fortunate winner. The medal is surrounded by a wreath of gold wheat stalks. As a work of art, we consider it equal to anything we have seen yet of colonial manufacture
Woodside Ploughing Match.—We have today had an opportunity of inspecting the medal made for the Champion's Prize at the above-named match, by Mr Ninnies, of Freeman-street. The body of the medal is of polished silver on the obverse, is the model of a plough, in gold, on a turned furrow of embossed silver, above which is a gold ribbon, engraved " Champion Prize," and beneath is a small ribbon, with the date 1856. On the reverse, tastefully engraved, is the inscription, " Woodside Ploughing Match, August 28th, 1855," with a vacant ribbon for the name of the fortunate winner. The medal is surrounded by a wreath of gold wheat stalks. As a work of art, we consider it equal to anything we have seen yet of colonial manufacture
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Monday 25 August 1856
MORPHETT VALE PLOUGHING MATCH Wednesday August 20
Judges— Messrs. Robert Smith, O'Halloran Hill; Daniel Ferguson, Adelaide Plains; and James Jones, Harriott's Creek, McLaren Vale. A morning rather threatening at the first ushered in a most delightful day. The ground selected for the match was a section belonging to Mr. Pocock, immediately adjoining the old Presbyterian Church, and was well suited, for the purpose, being on a gentle rise, free from obstructions, and consisting of a firm dark-brown loam. It was first turned up in the earliest days of the colony, has has lain in pasture for the last five years. The following is a list of the entries, bullock teams being distinguished by an asterisk (*):—
CHAMPIONS. Boys (under 18 years of age)
No. Owner. Ploughman. No. Owner. Ploughman
12. James Anderson ... ... Owner 6. *Wm. Sheriff ... ... Wm. John Perry.
13. *Philip Seaman ... ... Owner 3. *James O'Connor ... ... Thomas O'Connor.
General Ploughing. 4. Peter Anderson ... ... Alex Anderson
3. T.B.Kelly.... ... Peter Seaman. 5. John Mudge ... ... John Mudge, jun.
2. Wm. Brown . ...... Abraham Spinks. Boys (under 15 years of age) (For extra prizes.)
9. Bannister Booth ..... James Crack 2. John Short ... ... George Short.
7. W.B. Hooper... ...... John Brooks 1. David Weir ... ... Alex Weir.
5. James McDonald ... ... James Fletcher. 7. *Mrs Ledwick ... .. Maurice Ledwick
11. Do. ...... John Kelton jun.
4. *William Kelton . ... ... Owner
6. Bannister Booth ... ... Thomas Rhook.
8. *James Giles ... ..... George Giles.
1. James Castleton... .... Owner
The teams were all at work by 10 o'clock, and had finished by 3, half an hour earlier than the time allowed. From 400 to 500 visitors were present, including many farmers from distant parts of the colony, and a fair show of ladies. At 6 o'clock a party of about 70 assembled at the Emu Hotel, where Mr. and Mrs. Gaskett had prepared a very hospitable entertainment. Mr. Edward Castles was in the chair, and Thomas Bell Kelly in the vice-chair. We noticed also Messrs. D. Ferguson, W. Ferguson, R. Smith, James Jones, Auld, Bradley, Craig, Thompson, Clark, Alexander Anderson, &c. The CHAIRMAN, on the removal of the cloth, gave in succession the usual loyal and patriotic toasts, which were responded to with enthusiasm, and each was followed by an appropriate song........
The VICE-CHAIRMAN proposed "The Health of the Judges," remarking that the whole of them were well known in the neighbourhood, and had acted in the same capacity before. To two of them their especial thanks were due, as they acted at the request of the Committee in the place of two gentlemen who promised to attend, but neglected to do so. Mr. CLARK, as Secretary, read the Judges' award, and the Chairman handed the prizes to the winners, as follows : —
CHAMPIONS' CLASS.
Prize,£5 5s. ... ... No. 13. Philip Seaman.
GENERAL PLOUGHING. 1st prize, £5 5s. ... No. 2. A. Spinks. 2nd do. £4 4s. ..No. 11. J. Kelton, jun., 3rd do., £3 3s. ..No. 3. Peter Seaman. 4th do., £2 2s. ..No. 6. T. Rhook. 5th do, £1 1s. ..No. 7. J. Brooks.
BOYS (UNDER 18)
1st prize, £3 3s. ... No. 4. A. Anderson. 2nd do, £2 2s. ..No. 6. W. J. Perry. 3rd do, £1 1s. ..No. 5. J. Mudge.
BOYS (UNDER 15). G. Short, A. Weir, and M. Ledwick, extra prizes, £1 each.
BEST PLOUGHMAN IN THE FIELD, EXCLUDING THE CHAMPIONS.
Medal, value £5 5s. ... No. 2. A. Spinks.
As the successful competitors came forward to receive their prizes it was remarked that John Kelton, jun., who took the second among the men, was qualified to have ploughed with the boys, at he will not be 18 years old till March next. He was born in the colony, and is probably the first of our Anglo-Saxon natives who has competed as a man. The little fellow Weir is hardly more than 11 years old, and he completed his work in a surprising manner, though his arms are scarcely long enough to hold the stilts. When he was called to receive his prize, the Chairman had him lifted on to the table; and as he stood there, the company greeted him with a round of cheers. Mr. D. FERGUSON returned thanks for the Judges' health, remarking that the office was an unthankful one, for the Judges gained a different sight of the land from what those could do who had only looked at the work from the end, and so it happened sometimes that the decisions did not give satisfaction. .........
Mr. CLARK proposed "The Unsuccessful Competitors." He did not know why it was that the toast was en-trusted to him, unless it were that they thought he was not game to try himself. (A laugh.)..............
Mr. BRADLEY proposed "The "Successful Competitors," and congratulated the company upon the very fine day and the pleasant meeting they had had. Mr. SEAMAN returned thanks, but must say he did not consider it much honour to him to beat mere boys, who could not have held a plough a few years ago. He came there with the hope of meeting the champion from Willunga, and was disappointed at not finding him. He hoped he should often meet again some of the young fellows he had met that day, and see them carry off still better prizes. (Loud cheers, and "Bravo, Seaman!") Mr.WALTER THOMPSON gave "'Lady MacDonnell, and the Ladies of South Australia," to whose merits and beauty he paid a gallant tribute. Mr. ALEXANDER BRODIE, jun., in expressing his acknowledgments on their behalf did equal justice to the fair subjects of the toast. Mr. CRAIG wished to call attention to the proposition of the Agricultural Association in Adelaide to have a grand central ploughing match, at which all the champions of the country matches should compete for a prize of a section of land (or £100). ...................
The VICE-CHAIRMAN acknowledged the compliment which had very highly gratified him, inasmuch as he had been away from the colony so long that he thought when he came back he should have been forgotten. (" No, no," and cheers.) When he was returning he thought over what would be the best thing he could do for the colony and for the district to which he belonged, and he had come to the conclusion that the best thing he could do was to bring out a good horse. (Cheers.) This he had done, and he hoped it would prove beneficial to them and to himself. (Hear, hear, and "Bravo.") He concluded by proposing "The Health of the Host and Hostess," paying them a merited compliment for the way in which they had provided for a party so much larger than anything they could have anticipated. Mr. GASKELL returned thanks. This was the final toast of the evening, which had been very cheerfully passed. The whole was enlivened by numerous good songs from Messrs. F. Pearce, W. Thompson, J. Kelton, D. Ferguson, Craig, Weir, Bradley, Stuart, Sterrick, &c.
MORPHETT VALE PLOUGHING MATCH Wednesday August 20
Judges— Messrs. Robert Smith, O'Halloran Hill; Daniel Ferguson, Adelaide Plains; and James Jones, Harriott's Creek, McLaren Vale. A morning rather threatening at the first ushered in a most delightful day. The ground selected for the match was a section belonging to Mr. Pocock, immediately adjoining the old Presbyterian Church, and was well suited, for the purpose, being on a gentle rise, free from obstructions, and consisting of a firm dark-brown loam. It was first turned up in the earliest days of the colony, has has lain in pasture for the last five years. The following is a list of the entries, bullock teams being distinguished by an asterisk (*):—
CHAMPIONS. Boys (under 18 years of age)
No. Owner. Ploughman. No. Owner. Ploughman
12. James Anderson ... ... Owner 6. *Wm. Sheriff ... ... Wm. John Perry.
13. *Philip Seaman ... ... Owner 3. *James O'Connor ... ... Thomas O'Connor.
General Ploughing. 4. Peter Anderson ... ... Alex Anderson
3. T.B.Kelly.... ... Peter Seaman. 5. John Mudge ... ... John Mudge, jun.
2. Wm. Brown . ...... Abraham Spinks. Boys (under 15 years of age) (For extra prizes.)
9. Bannister Booth ..... James Crack 2. John Short ... ... George Short.
7. W.B. Hooper... ...... John Brooks 1. David Weir ... ... Alex Weir.
5. James McDonald ... ... James Fletcher. 7. *Mrs Ledwick ... .. Maurice Ledwick
11. Do. ...... John Kelton jun.
4. *William Kelton . ... ... Owner
6. Bannister Booth ... ... Thomas Rhook.
8. *James Giles ... ..... George Giles.
1. James Castleton... .... Owner
The teams were all at work by 10 o'clock, and had finished by 3, half an hour earlier than the time allowed. From 400 to 500 visitors were present, including many farmers from distant parts of the colony, and a fair show of ladies. At 6 o'clock a party of about 70 assembled at the Emu Hotel, where Mr. and Mrs. Gaskett had prepared a very hospitable entertainment. Mr. Edward Castles was in the chair, and Thomas Bell Kelly in the vice-chair. We noticed also Messrs. D. Ferguson, W. Ferguson, R. Smith, James Jones, Auld, Bradley, Craig, Thompson, Clark, Alexander Anderson, &c. The CHAIRMAN, on the removal of the cloth, gave in succession the usual loyal and patriotic toasts, which were responded to with enthusiasm, and each was followed by an appropriate song........
The VICE-CHAIRMAN proposed "The Health of the Judges," remarking that the whole of them were well known in the neighbourhood, and had acted in the same capacity before. To two of them their especial thanks were due, as they acted at the request of the Committee in the place of two gentlemen who promised to attend, but neglected to do so. Mr. CLARK, as Secretary, read the Judges' award, and the Chairman handed the prizes to the winners, as follows : —
CHAMPIONS' CLASS.
Prize,£5 5s. ... ... No. 13. Philip Seaman.
GENERAL PLOUGHING. 1st prize, £5 5s. ... No. 2. A. Spinks. 2nd do. £4 4s. ..No. 11. J. Kelton, jun., 3rd do., £3 3s. ..No. 3. Peter Seaman. 4th do., £2 2s. ..No. 6. T. Rhook. 5th do, £1 1s. ..No. 7. J. Brooks.
BOYS (UNDER 18)
1st prize, £3 3s. ... No. 4. A. Anderson. 2nd do, £2 2s. ..No. 6. W. J. Perry. 3rd do, £1 1s. ..No. 5. J. Mudge.
BOYS (UNDER 15). G. Short, A. Weir, and M. Ledwick, extra prizes, £1 each.
BEST PLOUGHMAN IN THE FIELD, EXCLUDING THE CHAMPIONS.
Medal, value £5 5s. ... No. 2. A. Spinks.
As the successful competitors came forward to receive their prizes it was remarked that John Kelton, jun., who took the second among the men, was qualified to have ploughed with the boys, at he will not be 18 years old till March next. He was born in the colony, and is probably the first of our Anglo-Saxon natives who has competed as a man. The little fellow Weir is hardly more than 11 years old, and he completed his work in a surprising manner, though his arms are scarcely long enough to hold the stilts. When he was called to receive his prize, the Chairman had him lifted on to the table; and as he stood there, the company greeted him with a round of cheers. Mr. D. FERGUSON returned thanks for the Judges' health, remarking that the office was an unthankful one, for the Judges gained a different sight of the land from what those could do who had only looked at the work from the end, and so it happened sometimes that the decisions did not give satisfaction. .........
Mr. CLARK proposed "The Unsuccessful Competitors." He did not know why it was that the toast was en-trusted to him, unless it were that they thought he was not game to try himself. (A laugh.)..............
Mr. BRADLEY proposed "The "Successful Competitors," and congratulated the company upon the very fine day and the pleasant meeting they had had. Mr. SEAMAN returned thanks, but must say he did not consider it much honour to him to beat mere boys, who could not have held a plough a few years ago. He came there with the hope of meeting the champion from Willunga, and was disappointed at not finding him. He hoped he should often meet again some of the young fellows he had met that day, and see them carry off still better prizes. (Loud cheers, and "Bravo, Seaman!") Mr.WALTER THOMPSON gave "'Lady MacDonnell, and the Ladies of South Australia," to whose merits and beauty he paid a gallant tribute. Mr. ALEXANDER BRODIE, jun., in expressing his acknowledgments on their behalf did equal justice to the fair subjects of the toast. Mr. CRAIG wished to call attention to the proposition of the Agricultural Association in Adelaide to have a grand central ploughing match, at which all the champions of the country matches should compete for a prize of a section of land (or £100). ...................
The VICE-CHAIRMAN acknowledged the compliment which had very highly gratified him, inasmuch as he had been away from the colony so long that he thought when he came back he should have been forgotten. (" No, no," and cheers.) When he was returning he thought over what would be the best thing he could do for the colony and for the district to which he belonged, and he had come to the conclusion that the best thing he could do was to bring out a good horse. (Cheers.) This he had done, and he hoped it would prove beneficial to them and to himself. (Hear, hear, and "Bravo.") He concluded by proposing "The Health of the Host and Hostess," paying them a merited compliment for the way in which they had provided for a party so much larger than anything they could have anticipated. Mr. GASKELL returned thanks. This was the final toast of the evening, which had been very cheerfully passed. The whole was enlivened by numerous good songs from Messrs. F. Pearce, W. Thompson, J. Kelton, D. Ferguson, Craig, Weir, Bradley, Stuart, Sterrick, &c.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Saturday 30 August 1856
MOUNT BARKER PLOUGHING MATCH. THURSDAY, AUGUST 28.
Judges— Messrs, William Hall, of Bull's Creek ; George Addis, of Thebarton ; Samuel Goode, jun., of Walkerville ; and Abraham Shannon, of the Duck Ponds. The annual ploughing match took place on a Section
about half a mile from the township, formerly held by Mr. Gloag, and at present rented by Mr. George Uphill, of the Crown Hotel. The weather was exceedingly fine, a trifle breezy, but not so much so as to be unpleasant in most every circumstance appeared to be favourable for the competitors, of whom there were no fewer than 19 a-field, with their teams. The land selected for the match was maiden soil, having never before been disturbed by the plough, but was of a very varied character. Some fortunate competitors obtained by lot, exceedingly favourable spots, where the soil was a fine free dark-brown loam, with comparatively few obstructions from roots or trees, while others had less favourable sites, consisting of a stiff clay, or closely bedded gravel, with plenty of growing timber where it was impossible for the share to keep the ground. The teams were, generally speaking, in very good condition, and did their work in a satisfactory manner. Considerable interest was manifested by agricultural critics in the success of their favourites, and the whole operations presented a fine exhibition to the numerous spectators, who must have numbered at one time not fewer than 500 persons of both sexes.
The following is a list of the entries, the bullock teams, of which there were only two in the field, being distinguished from the others by an asterisk (*) : --
No. Owners. Ploughmen. BOYS (UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE)
15. James Rundle ... Andrew Fraser. No. Owners. Ploughmen.
18. George Uphill ... Thomas Harmer. 24. L. Williams ... James Williams.
12. Richard Perkins ... Richard Perkins, jun. 21. Thomas Hamlyn ... W. Hamlyn.
3. John Waddell ... John Waddell, jun. 23. John Waddell * ... James Waddell.
1. John Dunn ... Alfred Champion.
7. Donald Bain ... Owner.
17. L. McFarlane ... T. Williams.
11. T. Donoghue T. Donoghue, jun.
2. A. Bell ... James Grant.
18. A. Bell ... Andrew Hogarth.
19 A. Bell ... Thomas Carroll.
13. A. Stark ... John Stark.
8. R. Randle ... W. Swanborough,
14. T. Carlin* ... Owner.
4. W. Patterson ... Owner.
5. E. Langley ... R. Lonsdale.
One of the competitors, W. Swanborough, marked No. 8 in the list, was unfortunately thrown out of the competition a few minutes after starting by his plough suddenly breaking. No other accident occurred during the whole proceedings. .... We should have mentioned before that there was a number of fine entire horses exhibited on the field, one of them being the imported horse Herford, the property of Mr. F. Cleggett, which attracted much attention. There was also a very good chesnut horse, the property of Mr. Thomas Reed, which elicited favourable criticism. If we might be permitted, we would venture to suggest that the Committees a-pointed for managing these matters should in future arrange that some little space should be left between each competitors piece if possible, as by that means a better opportunity would be afforded to the Judges of inspecting each man's work, and at the same time a well-ploughed piece would not suffer by close contact with one slovenly and badly finished. It must sometimes be exceedingly mortifying to a good ploughman to have to plough close to a poor rival, and to have his attempts at producing a well-defined 'crown' completely spoiled by the flat ploughing and ' flanking 'of his neighbour. The ploughing, which was commenced precisely at half-past 9, was finished within the time— 3 o'clock. James Grant completing his piece, No. 2, first.
The following was the award of the Judges :--
Men's Prizes.
No. 11. T. Donoghue, jun.; 1st prize of £7 7s.
No. 4. W. Patterson ; 2nd prize of £5 5s.
No. 18. Thomas Harmer; 3rd prize of £3 3s.
No. 15. Andrew Fraser ; 4th prize of £1 1s.
Boys' Prizes.
No. 23. James Waddell; 1st prize of £3 12s. 6d.
No. 24. James Williams ; 2nd prize of £1 11s. 6d.
No.21. William Hamlyn; 3rd prize of 10s 6d.
Mr. J. Waddell, jun, was disqualified, not having preserved the uniform number of farrows on both sides of the crown in his ploughing. A large number of persons adjourned from the field to Host Uphill's, Crown Inn, where an excellent and substantial entertainment awaited the guests. Upwards of forty gentlemen sat down to dine, Mr. Dawes, J.P., occupying the chair ; while the duties of croupier were performed by Mr. F. Duffield, the Chairman of the Onkaparinga District Council. After ample justice had been done to the good cheer, the cloth was withdrawn, dessert was brought in, and the business of the evening commenced. The CHAIRMAN proposed, in brief and appropriate terms, the usual loyal toasts, 'The Queen' being enthusiastically received, and followed by the National Anthem....................
Mr. ABRAHAM SHANNON then proposed ' Success to the Mount Barker and all other Agricultural Associations.' He could most heartily submit that toast to them, for he, as a brother farmer, could meet them in their desires to promote the interests of agriculture........................
The CHAIRMAN at that point Informed Mr. Baker that his health had been drunk when he entered the room. Mr. BAKER said he was very gratified at hearing that they had drunk his Health In his absence, and when they could have no hope of seeing him personally to respond to it. He had intended to have been present earlier in the day but for an, important engagement in Adelaide, and should have been gratified at witnessing the ploughing match, or; at any rate, being present at the dinner which had followed it but he was too late for both. He might say that it was the intention of the Adelaide Agricultural and Horticultural Society to get up a Champion Prize for next year, and hoped that Mount Barker and every other society in the agricultural districts would manifest its interest in the movement, by offering its contribution towards the Champion Prize, and at the same time that they announced their prizes they would announce that a contribution of £5 would be given for the Champion Prize. By these means the Adelaide Agricultural Society hoped to make the prize of such a nature as to excite competition among all districts, and that its amount should be so large as to place the fortunate competitor in possession of a section, a plough and team, and give him a position of independence for the rest of his life. He hoped they would give their assistance but, at any rate, the Adelaide Agricultural Society, whether they received assistance or not; was determined to have it...........................
Mr. Derrington of those journals (The Observer & The Register newspapers) acknowledged the compliment (from the Vice Chairman) Mr. A. SHANNON, passing a high eulogy upon Mr. Dawes, proposed 'The Chairman.' The CHAIRMAN acknowledged the honour done him, and his gratification at the continuance towards him of the tokens of esteem which he had received for years past at their hands. He trusted that another year he should see the farmers take their own proper positions, and he should be most happy to support them; but he would take his leave of the position he then occupied after that night. He would conclude by proposing ' The health of his supporter, the Vice-Chairman.' He felt a pleasure in seeing that gentleman in the position he occupied. (Cheers.). The toast was well received, and was briefly responded to ; as was also the toast " The Secretary, Mr. J. T. Bee. " The evening closed with a well-deserved compliment of thanks to the host and hostess, which was received with cheers. The company then quietly dispersed.
MOUNT BARKER PLOUGHING MATCH. THURSDAY, AUGUST 28.
Judges— Messrs, William Hall, of Bull's Creek ; George Addis, of Thebarton ; Samuel Goode, jun., of Walkerville ; and Abraham Shannon, of the Duck Ponds. The annual ploughing match took place on a Section
about half a mile from the township, formerly held by Mr. Gloag, and at present rented by Mr. George Uphill, of the Crown Hotel. The weather was exceedingly fine, a trifle breezy, but not so much so as to be unpleasant in most every circumstance appeared to be favourable for the competitors, of whom there were no fewer than 19 a-field, with their teams. The land selected for the match was maiden soil, having never before been disturbed by the plough, but was of a very varied character. Some fortunate competitors obtained by lot, exceedingly favourable spots, where the soil was a fine free dark-brown loam, with comparatively few obstructions from roots or trees, while others had less favourable sites, consisting of a stiff clay, or closely bedded gravel, with plenty of growing timber where it was impossible for the share to keep the ground. The teams were, generally speaking, in very good condition, and did their work in a satisfactory manner. Considerable interest was manifested by agricultural critics in the success of their favourites, and the whole operations presented a fine exhibition to the numerous spectators, who must have numbered at one time not fewer than 500 persons of both sexes.
The following is a list of the entries, the bullock teams, of which there were only two in the field, being distinguished from the others by an asterisk (*) : --
No. Owners. Ploughmen. BOYS (UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE)
15. James Rundle ... Andrew Fraser. No. Owners. Ploughmen.
18. George Uphill ... Thomas Harmer. 24. L. Williams ... James Williams.
12. Richard Perkins ... Richard Perkins, jun. 21. Thomas Hamlyn ... W. Hamlyn.
3. John Waddell ... John Waddell, jun. 23. John Waddell * ... James Waddell.
1. John Dunn ... Alfred Champion.
7. Donald Bain ... Owner.
17. L. McFarlane ... T. Williams.
11. T. Donoghue T. Donoghue, jun.
2. A. Bell ... James Grant.
18. A. Bell ... Andrew Hogarth.
19 A. Bell ... Thomas Carroll.
13. A. Stark ... John Stark.
8. R. Randle ... W. Swanborough,
14. T. Carlin* ... Owner.
4. W. Patterson ... Owner.
5. E. Langley ... R. Lonsdale.
One of the competitors, W. Swanborough, marked No. 8 in the list, was unfortunately thrown out of the competition a few minutes after starting by his plough suddenly breaking. No other accident occurred during the whole proceedings. .... We should have mentioned before that there was a number of fine entire horses exhibited on the field, one of them being the imported horse Herford, the property of Mr. F. Cleggett, which attracted much attention. There was also a very good chesnut horse, the property of Mr. Thomas Reed, which elicited favourable criticism. If we might be permitted, we would venture to suggest that the Committees a-pointed for managing these matters should in future arrange that some little space should be left between each competitors piece if possible, as by that means a better opportunity would be afforded to the Judges of inspecting each man's work, and at the same time a well-ploughed piece would not suffer by close contact with one slovenly and badly finished. It must sometimes be exceedingly mortifying to a good ploughman to have to plough close to a poor rival, and to have his attempts at producing a well-defined 'crown' completely spoiled by the flat ploughing and ' flanking 'of his neighbour. The ploughing, which was commenced precisely at half-past 9, was finished within the time— 3 o'clock. James Grant completing his piece, No. 2, first.
The following was the award of the Judges :--
Men's Prizes.
No. 11. T. Donoghue, jun.; 1st prize of £7 7s.
No. 4. W. Patterson ; 2nd prize of £5 5s.
No. 18. Thomas Harmer; 3rd prize of £3 3s.
No. 15. Andrew Fraser ; 4th prize of £1 1s.
Boys' Prizes.
No. 23. James Waddell; 1st prize of £3 12s. 6d.
No. 24. James Williams ; 2nd prize of £1 11s. 6d.
No.21. William Hamlyn; 3rd prize of 10s 6d.
Mr. J. Waddell, jun, was disqualified, not having preserved the uniform number of farrows on both sides of the crown in his ploughing. A large number of persons adjourned from the field to Host Uphill's, Crown Inn, where an excellent and substantial entertainment awaited the guests. Upwards of forty gentlemen sat down to dine, Mr. Dawes, J.P., occupying the chair ; while the duties of croupier were performed by Mr. F. Duffield, the Chairman of the Onkaparinga District Council. After ample justice had been done to the good cheer, the cloth was withdrawn, dessert was brought in, and the business of the evening commenced. The CHAIRMAN proposed, in brief and appropriate terms, the usual loyal toasts, 'The Queen' being enthusiastically received, and followed by the National Anthem....................
Mr. ABRAHAM SHANNON then proposed ' Success to the Mount Barker and all other Agricultural Associations.' He could most heartily submit that toast to them, for he, as a brother farmer, could meet them in their desires to promote the interests of agriculture........................
The CHAIRMAN at that point Informed Mr. Baker that his health had been drunk when he entered the room. Mr. BAKER said he was very gratified at hearing that they had drunk his Health In his absence, and when they could have no hope of seeing him personally to respond to it. He had intended to have been present earlier in the day but for an, important engagement in Adelaide, and should have been gratified at witnessing the ploughing match, or; at any rate, being present at the dinner which had followed it but he was too late for both. He might say that it was the intention of the Adelaide Agricultural and Horticultural Society to get up a Champion Prize for next year, and hoped that Mount Barker and every other society in the agricultural districts would manifest its interest in the movement, by offering its contribution towards the Champion Prize, and at the same time that they announced their prizes they would announce that a contribution of £5 would be given for the Champion Prize. By these means the Adelaide Agricultural Society hoped to make the prize of such a nature as to excite competition among all districts, and that its amount should be so large as to place the fortunate competitor in possession of a section, a plough and team, and give him a position of independence for the rest of his life. He hoped they would give their assistance but, at any rate, the Adelaide Agricultural Society, whether they received assistance or not; was determined to have it...........................
Mr. Derrington of those journals (The Observer & The Register newspapers) acknowledged the compliment (from the Vice Chairman) Mr. A. SHANNON, passing a high eulogy upon Mr. Dawes, proposed 'The Chairman.' The CHAIRMAN acknowledged the honour done him, and his gratification at the continuance towards him of the tokens of esteem which he had received for years past at their hands. He trusted that another year he should see the farmers take their own proper positions, and he should be most happy to support them; but he would take his leave of the position he then occupied after that night. He would conclude by proposing ' The health of his supporter, the Vice-Chairman.' He felt a pleasure in seeing that gentleman in the position he occupied. (Cheers.). The toast was well received, and was briefly responded to ; as was also the toast " The Secretary, Mr. J. T. Bee. " The evening closed with a well-deserved compliment of thanks to the host and hostess, which was received with cheers. The company then quietly dispersed.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Saturday 6 September 1856
SALISBURY PLOUGHING MATCH. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3.
Judges—Messrs. William Innes, Innesfield, Gawler Hills ; William Purdie, Gawler Plains; Henry Ivett, Gawler Plains; W. Brewer, Pine Forest; and Daniel Brady, Virginia, Port Gawler.
The field selected for the present year's match was section No. 2222, upon the western side of the Adelaide road, about one mile from the township; and the property of Mr. Walker. It is a brown virgin soil, and would have been admirably suited to the purpose but for the hardness of some portions, arising from old cart tracks running over them. The weather was very favourable, the late showers having done much towards putting the land in order and the sunshine of Wednesday equally much towards cheering the competitors and attracting a large company. We noticed on the ground a number of the surrounding settlers, many of them accompanied by their wives and families. The inhabitants of Salisbury felt the convenience of their new daily conveyance, Messrs. Haimes & Jewell having suffered it to run during the morning and afternoon between the township and the ploughing-field, carrying on most occasions a full complement of passengers. No less than twenty ploughs were entered ; but one of them did not start. We subjoin a list of those which actually went to work, distinguishing the bullock teams by an asterisk.—
MEN BOYS
No. Owners. Ploughmen. No. Owners. Ploughmen.
13* John Saint Owner. 16. George Crittenden ... Owner.
11. Frederick Fidge Owner. 15.* George Foulis George Foulis.jun.
2. John Argent Owner. 17.* Thomas Day Owner.
4.* John Bowes ... ... Thomas Bowes. 18.* John Sampson Nicholas Sampson.
5.* Allan McLean Owner. 19.* Jeffrey Johnson Owner
7. Frank Raymond William Harper.
8.* James Goddard Owner
9.* Nicholas Goodman ... William Goodman.
14. Charles Ferguson ... Owner.
3. William Coker.jun. ... Owner.
6. Gilbert Ferguson ... Owner.
10* William Scown . ... Owner.
12 David Cowan .., ... Owner.
1. T. Barrett ... .., John Hy. Sampson.
There was no entry for the champion prize, the only competitor being Thomas Barrett from Gawler Town, who was not therefore allowed to plough. Two of the men were unable to finish their lots from accidental causes, one having broken his plough, and the other having lost his bullocks, which entangled themselves with the chains on turning, and, after a struggle, broke loose and ran away. The Judges devoted much time to the examination of the work, and At 8 o'clock a party of seventy met at Scott's Hotel, Salisbury, the new room of which is admirably adapted for such gatherings. Its size is 56 feet by 18— height, ; 19 feet, and its construction is not only neat but handsome. There are few rooms equal to it in the country, and not many in Adelaide. The chair was taken by Dr.Fisher, and the vice-chair by Mr Urlwin......................
The Chairman then read the Judges' award, and the prizes were handed over as follows : —
MEN.
First prize, plough, value £10 10s.— No. 3. W. Coker jun. 2nd prize, £5 ... No. 1. J. H. Sampson. 3rd do., £4 No.8
J. Goddard. 4th do., £3... C. Ferguson. 5th do., £2 No. 9 W.Goodman.
BOYS
1st prize, £3 No. 16. G. Grittenden. 2nd do, £2 No. 17. T. Day. 3rd do., £1 No. 18. G. Foulis.
Best pair of horses, £2 2s.— F. Fidge. Best plough, £1 1s.— W. Coker, jun.
A protest was lodged against Sampson, the winner of the second prize, on the ground that he had broken the rules by leaving his plough to lay his furrows with his feet This was left for the consideration of the Committee, the money being meanwhile held back. At a subsequent period of the evening it was announced that, the evidence of the fact being incomplete, the Committee had determined upon taking a lenient view of the question, and the money was handed over to Sampson, at the same time he was cautioned to be careful upon future occasions in studying and obeying the rules.
The musical entertainments of the evening were very good. ' Principal vocal performers'....— Messrs. Chapple, Barrett, Fidge jun., Maria? Bryant, and Master Chapple.
SALISBURY PLOUGHING MATCH. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3.
Judges—Messrs. William Innes, Innesfield, Gawler Hills ; William Purdie, Gawler Plains; Henry Ivett, Gawler Plains; W. Brewer, Pine Forest; and Daniel Brady, Virginia, Port Gawler.
The field selected for the present year's match was section No. 2222, upon the western side of the Adelaide road, about one mile from the township; and the property of Mr. Walker. It is a brown virgin soil, and would have been admirably suited to the purpose but for the hardness of some portions, arising from old cart tracks running over them. The weather was very favourable, the late showers having done much towards putting the land in order and the sunshine of Wednesday equally much towards cheering the competitors and attracting a large company. We noticed on the ground a number of the surrounding settlers, many of them accompanied by their wives and families. The inhabitants of Salisbury felt the convenience of their new daily conveyance, Messrs. Haimes & Jewell having suffered it to run during the morning and afternoon between the township and the ploughing-field, carrying on most occasions a full complement of passengers. No less than twenty ploughs were entered ; but one of them did not start. We subjoin a list of those which actually went to work, distinguishing the bullock teams by an asterisk.—
MEN BOYS
No. Owners. Ploughmen. No. Owners. Ploughmen.
13* John Saint Owner. 16. George Crittenden ... Owner.
11. Frederick Fidge Owner. 15.* George Foulis George Foulis.jun.
2. John Argent Owner. 17.* Thomas Day Owner.
4.* John Bowes ... ... Thomas Bowes. 18.* John Sampson Nicholas Sampson.
5.* Allan McLean Owner. 19.* Jeffrey Johnson Owner
7. Frank Raymond William Harper.
8.* James Goddard Owner
9.* Nicholas Goodman ... William Goodman.
14. Charles Ferguson ... Owner.
3. William Coker.jun. ... Owner.
6. Gilbert Ferguson ... Owner.
10* William Scown . ... Owner.
12 David Cowan .., ... Owner.
1. T. Barrett ... .., John Hy. Sampson.
There was no entry for the champion prize, the only competitor being Thomas Barrett from Gawler Town, who was not therefore allowed to plough. Two of the men were unable to finish their lots from accidental causes, one having broken his plough, and the other having lost his bullocks, which entangled themselves with the chains on turning, and, after a struggle, broke loose and ran away. The Judges devoted much time to the examination of the work, and At 8 o'clock a party of seventy met at Scott's Hotel, Salisbury, the new room of which is admirably adapted for such gatherings. Its size is 56 feet by 18— height, ; 19 feet, and its construction is not only neat but handsome. There are few rooms equal to it in the country, and not many in Adelaide. The chair was taken by Dr.Fisher, and the vice-chair by Mr Urlwin......................
The Chairman then read the Judges' award, and the prizes were handed over as follows : —
MEN.
First prize, plough, value £10 10s.— No. 3. W. Coker jun. 2nd prize, £5 ... No. 1. J. H. Sampson. 3rd do., £4 No.8
J. Goddard. 4th do., £3... C. Ferguson. 5th do., £2 No. 9 W.Goodman.
BOYS
1st prize, £3 No. 16. G. Grittenden. 2nd do, £2 No. 17. T. Day. 3rd do., £1 No. 18. G. Foulis.
Best pair of horses, £2 2s.— F. Fidge. Best plough, £1 1s.— W. Coker, jun.
A protest was lodged against Sampson, the winner of the second prize, on the ground that he had broken the rules by leaving his plough to lay his furrows with his feet This was left for the consideration of the Committee, the money being meanwhile held back. At a subsequent period of the evening it was announced that, the evidence of the fact being incomplete, the Committee had determined upon taking a lenient view of the question, and the money was handed over to Sampson, at the same time he was cautioned to be careful upon future occasions in studying and obeying the rules.
The musical entertainments of the evening were very good. ' Principal vocal performers'....— Messrs. Chapple, Barrett, Fidge jun., Maria? Bryant, and Master Chapple.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Saturday 13 September 1856
WOODSIDE ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4.
Judges-Messrs. Robert Rankine, of Mount Crawford; William Delaney of Woodside & A. B. Murray, The Woodside Annual Ploughing Match, which for several reasons had been twice postponed, came off, on the above date, upon Mr. Alexander Inglis's farm, situate about a mile nearly due west of the township. The spot selected was in one of the many picturesque valleys which diversify and adorn the upland districts of the colony. It consists of slightly undulating ground, with a variable soil, principally of a light loamy character, inclining to sand. For several days previously the weather had been stormy, with heavy showers, and the morning was gloomy, cold, and squally. There were consequently but few persons on the grouud during the forenoon except those immediately concerned, and a tolerable number of holiday-loving schoolboys. As the day advanced, the threatening clouds of the morning gave place to the warm sunshine, and the number of visitors was increased from scores to hundreds, including a considerable number of ladies. At half-past 9 o'clock the following entries were taken by Mr. Henry Kelly, the Secretary. Bullock Teams marked with an Asterick (*)
Owners. Ploughmen.
1. Thos. Donoghue, sen. ... Thos. Donoghue, jun.
4. John Waddell, sen... ... John Waddell, jun.
*5. James Hay... ... Robert Hay.
Men's CLASS.
6. Walter Paterson William Paterson
*8. Kay & Catcheside Robert Brown.
*9. Alexander Inglis James Inglis.
10. James Inglis William Inglis
11. William Kelly Richard Turner.
12. Richard Perkins, sen. ...Richard Perkins, jun.
Boy's CLASS
*15 John Waddell James Waddell.
*17. Alexander McKenzie ...Owner.
*18. James Hay ... .... Archibald Hay.
The conditions were those' usually enforced at ploughing matches, namely, half an acre of land to be ploughed within five hours, in two lands, with furrows five inches deep, and not more than 9 inches wide. The teams were started at 10 o'clock. Almost every allotment contained one or more high gum trees, which, with their under laying roots, frequently put the patience and ploughs of the competitors, to the severest test. No. 9 broke his coulter before noon, but it was speedily replaced. Every one of the competitors finished his work within the given time. The Judges carefully examined each man's ploughing and awarded the prizes as specified below.
THE DINNER A large and respectable party of gentlemen sat down to an excellent dinner in the evening, at the Woodside Inn. The long room was set with a double row of tables from end to end, and every seat was filled. Mine host HERR FERK, fully sustained his reputation as a successful caterer to the gastronomic requirements of his guests. The chair was occupied by Mr. Robert Kay, who was supported by Dr. Esau, W.B. Dawes, Mr. Rankine, Mr. Farquharson and other influential gentlemen. Mr. James Johnstone filled the Vice chair.........
Champion's Prize. silver medal, value £5 5s, Thomas Donoghue, No.1. Very well ploughed and well finished.
Men's Class
1st prize, £5 5s, Robert Brown, No. 8. Good strong ploughing, crown rather high.
2nd prize, £4 4s, William Inglis, No. 10. Pretty well ploughed, crown rather high.
3rd prize, £3 3s James Inglis. No. 9 Furrows rather flat.
4th prize, £2 2s, Richard Perkins, jun., No. 12. Pretty well formed and ploughed, but one side of the land broader
than the other.
5th prize £1 1s William Paterson No.6. Good seed furrow, but rather crooked.
Boys' Class.
1st prize, £3 3s James Waddell, No. 15. Very well ploughed, better than most of the men's
2nd prize, £2 2s, Archibald Hay, No. 18. Straight ploughing, and well finished, but rather loose.
3rd prize, £1 1s? Alexander McKenzie, No 17. Fair seed furrow.
The Judges also reported on No. 4, that it was well ploughed, straight, but a little flanked; No. 6, good crown, but not well ploughed ; No. 11, straight, but badly ploughed and put together. A singular coincidence may here be mentioned, namely, that the three young men who competed for the Champion's Medal were each the driver of a team at a match held a few years ago at Woodside, for their fathers, who gained the first three prizes.
............ 'The Health of the Host and Hostess' concluded the toasts of the evening. Some excellent songs were sung and recitations given during the evening by several of the guests, all of whom appeared much gratified with the proceedings.
WOODSIDE ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4.
Judges-Messrs. Robert Rankine, of Mount Crawford; William Delaney of Woodside & A. B. Murray, The Woodside Annual Ploughing Match, which for several reasons had been twice postponed, came off, on the above date, upon Mr. Alexander Inglis's farm, situate about a mile nearly due west of the township. The spot selected was in one of the many picturesque valleys which diversify and adorn the upland districts of the colony. It consists of slightly undulating ground, with a variable soil, principally of a light loamy character, inclining to sand. For several days previously the weather had been stormy, with heavy showers, and the morning was gloomy, cold, and squally. There were consequently but few persons on the grouud during the forenoon except those immediately concerned, and a tolerable number of holiday-loving schoolboys. As the day advanced, the threatening clouds of the morning gave place to the warm sunshine, and the number of visitors was increased from scores to hundreds, including a considerable number of ladies. At half-past 9 o'clock the following entries were taken by Mr. Henry Kelly, the Secretary. Bullock Teams marked with an Asterick (*)
Owners. Ploughmen.
1. Thos. Donoghue, sen. ... Thos. Donoghue, jun.
4. John Waddell, sen... ... John Waddell, jun.
*5. James Hay... ... Robert Hay.
Men's CLASS.
6. Walter Paterson William Paterson
*8. Kay & Catcheside Robert Brown.
*9. Alexander Inglis James Inglis.
10. James Inglis William Inglis
11. William Kelly Richard Turner.
12. Richard Perkins, sen. ...Richard Perkins, jun.
Boy's CLASS
*15 John Waddell James Waddell.
*17. Alexander McKenzie ...Owner.
*18. James Hay ... .... Archibald Hay.
The conditions were those' usually enforced at ploughing matches, namely, half an acre of land to be ploughed within five hours, in two lands, with furrows five inches deep, and not more than 9 inches wide. The teams were started at 10 o'clock. Almost every allotment contained one or more high gum trees, which, with their under laying roots, frequently put the patience and ploughs of the competitors, to the severest test. No. 9 broke his coulter before noon, but it was speedily replaced. Every one of the competitors finished his work within the given time. The Judges carefully examined each man's ploughing and awarded the prizes as specified below.
THE DINNER A large and respectable party of gentlemen sat down to an excellent dinner in the evening, at the Woodside Inn. The long room was set with a double row of tables from end to end, and every seat was filled. Mine host HERR FERK, fully sustained his reputation as a successful caterer to the gastronomic requirements of his guests. The chair was occupied by Mr. Robert Kay, who was supported by Dr. Esau, W.B. Dawes, Mr. Rankine, Mr. Farquharson and other influential gentlemen. Mr. James Johnstone filled the Vice chair.........
Champion's Prize. silver medal, value £5 5s, Thomas Donoghue, No.1. Very well ploughed and well finished.
Men's Class
1st prize, £5 5s, Robert Brown, No. 8. Good strong ploughing, crown rather high.
2nd prize, £4 4s, William Inglis, No. 10. Pretty well ploughed, crown rather high.
3rd prize, £3 3s James Inglis. No. 9 Furrows rather flat.
4th prize, £2 2s, Richard Perkins, jun., No. 12. Pretty well formed and ploughed, but one side of the land broader
than the other.
5th prize £1 1s William Paterson No.6. Good seed furrow, but rather crooked.
Boys' Class.
1st prize, £3 3s James Waddell, No. 15. Very well ploughed, better than most of the men's
2nd prize, £2 2s, Archibald Hay, No. 18. Straight ploughing, and well finished, but rather loose.
3rd prize, £1 1s? Alexander McKenzie, No 17. Fair seed furrow.
The Judges also reported on No. 4, that it was well ploughed, straight, but a little flanked; No. 6, good crown, but not well ploughed ; No. 11, straight, but badly ploughed and put together. A singular coincidence may here be mentioned, namely, that the three young men who competed for the Champion's Medal were each the driver of a team at a match held a few years ago at Woodside, for their fathers, who gained the first three prizes.
............ 'The Health of the Host and Hostess' concluded the toasts of the evening. Some excellent songs were sung and recitations given during the evening by several of the guests, all of whom appeared much gratified with the proceedings.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Monday 22 September 1856
BUGLE RANGES PLOUGHING MATCH. Wednesday, September 17.
Judges— Mr. Thomas Lambert, Mount Barker; Mr. John Frame, Mount Barker Springs; and Mr. Thomas Yates, Bugle Ranges. The Bugle Ranges Annual Ploughlng Match was held on the above date upon Mr. Calaby's section, fronting the Bugle Inn. The morning sun rose above the wood crowned heights in gorgeous splendour, giving promise of a fine day. This induced almost all the residents of the district to visit the field— The old, the young, the matron, and the maid were there, in their holiday habiliments, to witness the trial of skill and the test of labour. As the day advanced the heat became rather oppressive, but to meet the anticipated wants of the visitors the landlord of the Bugle Inn, Mr. Kimber, had provided an extemporaneous restaurant, at which every kind of refreshment was obtainable. The demand for gingerbeer and nobblers appeared to be incessant. If the test of good ploughing consist in the ability to overcome the natural obstacles of a maiden soil, a better field than that chosen could not have been selected. Almost every rod of ground contained either stumps, roots, stone, or huge gum-trees, the growth of ages. The soil was of a light brown, in many places inclining to sand, and the field had a considerable slope towards the east. There were four prizes for the men's class, varying from £6 6s. to £1 10s.; three for the boys' class, of £3 3s., £1 10s., and 10s. respectively; and two additional prizes of £1 1s. each for the best teams of horses and bullocks in the field.
The following regulations were enforced :— Half an acre in two lands to be ploughed in five hours and a half. Gauge not more than nine inches wide, nor less than five inches deep. Ploughmen to be on the field by 9 o'clock ; to commence at half-past 9. No assistance allowed to ploughmen, except setting up poles. Entrance, 7s. 6d. to non-subscribers. At the time appointed, the following entries were made: — Bullock teams are distinguished by an asterisk (*).
Men's Class. Boys' Class
Nos. Owner. Ploughmen. Nos. Owner. Ploughmen.
1 John Waddell, sen. ... John Waddell, jun. 2* John Waddell, sen. ... James Waddell
3 George Uphill Thomas Harmer 11* James Rule James Oliver Rule
4 Thomas Anderson ... Charles Hurst Nos. 6 to 9 inclusive were not drawn
6 Thomas Hall Adam Veitch
10* Thomas Gemmel James Irving
12 John Hall William Paterson
13 James Rundle Andrew Fraser
14* John Anderson Owner
15 Donald Bain Owner
The teams were started shortly after the appointed hour. All of the ploughmen completed their work before the specified time had expired. The Judges carefully examined the work. Their report will be found below. There were on the field two fine entire horses exhibited. Mr. Uphill's Champion, a splendid heavy draught horse, was very much admired. Mr. Bartlett's Young Bruce, a light draught horse of symmetrical proportions, also attracted the attention of connoisseurs.
THE DINNER. In the evening about forty gentlemen sat down to an excellent dinner at the Bugle Inn. Mr. Gray, of Little Hampton, occupied the chair; and Mr. Thomas Edwards, of the Bugle Ranges, the vice-chair. Full justice having been done to the substantial viands on the table, The CHAIRMAN proposed in succession the usual loyal and patriotic toasts, which were drunk with the enthusiasm of true Britons. ............Mr. Lister proposed 'The Army & Navy'.
Mr. Congreve, the Secretary, then read the decision of the Judges, and distributed the prizes as follows :— Men's Class.
1st prize— £8 8s. ... No. 1, John WaddelL jun. 2nd prize— £4 10s. ... No. 12, William Paterson. 3rd prize— £3 10s. No. 13, Andrew Fraser. 4th prize— £1 10s. ... No. 15, Donald Bain.
Boys' Class.
1st prize— £3 3s. ... No. 2, James Waddell. 2nd prize— £1 10s. ... No. 11, James Oliver Rule.
Best Team or Horses. Prize £1 1s., for the best team of horses. No. 13 James Rundle.
Best Team of Bullocks. Prize £1 1s., for the best team. No. 16, Thomas Yates.
The Judges reported on the performance of No. 2 (1st boy's prize), that the land was uncommonly well ploughed, and would have been a credit to the men. Mr. Cleggett proposed 'The Health of the Judges.' He knew the gentlemen who had filled the office of Judges, and was certain that they had decided conscientiously, and given satisfaction to all parties. - Mr. John Frame returned thanks. It was rather an unpleasing task to decide upon the performance of the competitors at ploughing matches, but the Judges had awarded the prizes to the best of their judgment, after carefully examining the work. Some would perhaps be disposed to complain, but the Judges were conscious of having done their duty. He was happy to see so many young men carrying off the prizes at the ploughing matches. He had a pleasing task to perform before sitting down ; it was to propose 'The Health of the Successful Competitors.' This was drunk with cheering. Mr. J. Waddell, jun., returned thanks. He said they had performed a very hard day's work, on account of the numerous roots and other impediments they had had to contend with. The ploughing of the unsuccessful competitors would have been a credit to good ploughmen, had there not those impediments in their way. He concluded by proposing ' The healths of the Unsuccessful Competitors.' Mr. Gemmel responded.............................
It was every one's duty to support schools and other Institutions or that kind. His own subscription had not been great; but every little was a help. Additional subscriptions were required to complete the building, 'The Health of the Host and Hostess' having been proposed and responded to, the Chairman vacated his seat. During the evening same excellent songs were sung by several of the company.
BUGLE RANGES PLOUGHING MATCH. Wednesday, September 17.
Judges— Mr. Thomas Lambert, Mount Barker; Mr. John Frame, Mount Barker Springs; and Mr. Thomas Yates, Bugle Ranges. The Bugle Ranges Annual Ploughlng Match was held on the above date upon Mr. Calaby's section, fronting the Bugle Inn. The morning sun rose above the wood crowned heights in gorgeous splendour, giving promise of a fine day. This induced almost all the residents of the district to visit the field— The old, the young, the matron, and the maid were there, in their holiday habiliments, to witness the trial of skill and the test of labour. As the day advanced the heat became rather oppressive, but to meet the anticipated wants of the visitors the landlord of the Bugle Inn, Mr. Kimber, had provided an extemporaneous restaurant, at which every kind of refreshment was obtainable. The demand for gingerbeer and nobblers appeared to be incessant. If the test of good ploughing consist in the ability to overcome the natural obstacles of a maiden soil, a better field than that chosen could not have been selected. Almost every rod of ground contained either stumps, roots, stone, or huge gum-trees, the growth of ages. The soil was of a light brown, in many places inclining to sand, and the field had a considerable slope towards the east. There were four prizes for the men's class, varying from £6 6s. to £1 10s.; three for the boys' class, of £3 3s., £1 10s., and 10s. respectively; and two additional prizes of £1 1s. each for the best teams of horses and bullocks in the field.
The following regulations were enforced :— Half an acre in two lands to be ploughed in five hours and a half. Gauge not more than nine inches wide, nor less than five inches deep. Ploughmen to be on the field by 9 o'clock ; to commence at half-past 9. No assistance allowed to ploughmen, except setting up poles. Entrance, 7s. 6d. to non-subscribers. At the time appointed, the following entries were made: — Bullock teams are distinguished by an asterisk (*).
Men's Class. Boys' Class
Nos. Owner. Ploughmen. Nos. Owner. Ploughmen.
1 John Waddell, sen. ... John Waddell, jun. 2* John Waddell, sen. ... James Waddell
3 George Uphill Thomas Harmer 11* James Rule James Oliver Rule
4 Thomas Anderson ... Charles Hurst Nos. 6 to 9 inclusive were not drawn
6 Thomas Hall Adam Veitch
10* Thomas Gemmel James Irving
12 John Hall William Paterson
13 James Rundle Andrew Fraser
14* John Anderson Owner
15 Donald Bain Owner
The teams were started shortly after the appointed hour. All of the ploughmen completed their work before the specified time had expired. The Judges carefully examined the work. Their report will be found below. There were on the field two fine entire horses exhibited. Mr. Uphill's Champion, a splendid heavy draught horse, was very much admired. Mr. Bartlett's Young Bruce, a light draught horse of symmetrical proportions, also attracted the attention of connoisseurs.
THE DINNER. In the evening about forty gentlemen sat down to an excellent dinner at the Bugle Inn. Mr. Gray, of Little Hampton, occupied the chair; and Mr. Thomas Edwards, of the Bugle Ranges, the vice-chair. Full justice having been done to the substantial viands on the table, The CHAIRMAN proposed in succession the usual loyal and patriotic toasts, which were drunk with the enthusiasm of true Britons. ............Mr. Lister proposed 'The Army & Navy'.
Mr. Congreve, the Secretary, then read the decision of the Judges, and distributed the prizes as follows :— Men's Class.
1st prize— £8 8s. ... No. 1, John WaddelL jun. 2nd prize— £4 10s. ... No. 12, William Paterson. 3rd prize— £3 10s. No. 13, Andrew Fraser. 4th prize— £1 10s. ... No. 15, Donald Bain.
Boys' Class.
1st prize— £3 3s. ... No. 2, James Waddell. 2nd prize— £1 10s. ... No. 11, James Oliver Rule.
Best Team or Horses. Prize £1 1s., for the best team of horses. No. 13 James Rundle.
Best Team of Bullocks. Prize £1 1s., for the best team. No. 16, Thomas Yates.
The Judges reported on the performance of No. 2 (1st boy's prize), that the land was uncommonly well ploughed, and would have been a credit to the men. Mr. Cleggett proposed 'The Health of the Judges.' He knew the gentlemen who had filled the office of Judges, and was certain that they had decided conscientiously, and given satisfaction to all parties. - Mr. John Frame returned thanks. It was rather an unpleasing task to decide upon the performance of the competitors at ploughing matches, but the Judges had awarded the prizes to the best of their judgment, after carefully examining the work. Some would perhaps be disposed to complain, but the Judges were conscious of having done their duty. He was happy to see so many young men carrying off the prizes at the ploughing matches. He had a pleasing task to perform before sitting down ; it was to propose 'The Health of the Successful Competitors.' This was drunk with cheering. Mr. J. Waddell, jun., returned thanks. He said they had performed a very hard day's work, on account of the numerous roots and other impediments they had had to contend with. The ploughing of the unsuccessful competitors would have been a credit to good ploughmen, had there not those impediments in their way. He concluded by proposing ' The healths of the Unsuccessful Competitors.' Mr. Gemmel responded.............................
It was every one's duty to support schools and other Institutions or that kind. His own subscription had not been great; but every little was a help. Additional subscriptions were required to complete the building, 'The Health of the Host and Hostess' having been proposed and responded to, the Chairman vacated his seat. During the evening same excellent songs were sung by several of the company.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Monday 22 September 1856
YANKALILLA PLOUGHING MATCH AND EXHIBITION OF HORSES.
Judges for the Ploughing Match— Mr. Thomas Mayfield, of Encounter Bay; Mr. Richard Hill, of Willunga and Mr. Archibald Greenfield, of Myponga. -Judges for the Horses- Mr. Robert Dennis of Yankalilla; Mr. Richard White, of Rapid Bay; Mr. Robert Brown, of Yankalilla; and Mr. Robert Atkinson, of Willunga. The Yankalilla Ploughing Match was held under most favourable auspices on Wednesday, on the Bald Hills, about four miles from the township. The land selected for the match was a portion of one of the sections belonging to Mr. George S. Herbert, and the soil, which had never been disturbed by the plough, was rich and very compact black loam— so compact, indeed, as to make heavy ploughing for the competitors. The weather was delightful, and, being neither too hot nor too cold, was just as suitable as could possibly have been secured, even if special arrangements had been made with the 'Clerk of the Weather's Office.' As may be imagined, there was a large number of settlers and others interested in agriculture from places miles away, and a very fair attendance of ladies enlivened the scene. Mr. Hibbart, of the Yankalilla Hotel, had made some arrangement for supplying the necessary stimulants where they were wanted; and Mr. G. S. Herbert, the owner of the property, and his lady, exerted themselves in hospitably regaling with good cheer such of the spectators as chose to lunch at their house. It may be proper to remark here that an accident occurred in going to the match, which fortunately was not attended with such serious consequences as might have been expected. A bullock-dray was used for the conveyance of a couple of ploughs to the field, and two young men were riding in it. Suddenly, when the vehicle had passed half way down a steep declivity, one of the wheels went into a deep rut, and the result was a capsize. One of the young men jumped out on the gully side, but was caught under the wheel, and dragged some little distance, without much injury except a bruise or two; but the other did not escape so well, and suffered a dislocation of the ankle, as we were informed... Both the poor fellows were thus prevented realizing the enjoyment they had anticipated. No other accident occurred.
The following were the entries for the match— all being bullock-teams :--
MEN'S CLASS BOYS under 18 years
No. Owners. Ploughmen. No. Owners. Ploughmen.
2. Thomas Rhodes Richard Rhodes. 13. John Lease Owner
3. G. S. Herbert, ... ... George Bailey. 11. S. Shrives ... ... Owner.
4 C. Robertson Nathan Long. 17. H. Dennis Owner.
5. J. Nosworthy Owner. 19. John Fuller Jonathan Fuller.
6. J.Howard William Bell. 20. Enoch Tonkin Thomas Tonkin
7. W. Jarrard Owner.
8. W. Diprose Owner.
9. Alexander Anderson . Owner.
10. G. S. Herbert G. Williams.
11. J. F. Foreman Hugh Huston.
12. M.Osborn G.Featherby.
The following were the entries in the exhibition of horse stock : — .
Imported Draught Entire Horses. Briton, a chesnut horse, the property of Mr. E. C. Gwynne imported by the Society for the Importation of Draught Stock. Champion, a black horse, the property of Mr. E. C. Gwynne, imported from Van Diemen's Land. Punch. a brown horse, the property of Mr. Thomas Dodd, of Rapid Bay, imported from Van Diemen's Land, and bred by the Circular Head Company.
Colonial Entire Horses. Lofty Mountain, a dapple-brown, exhibited by Mr. Johnson, of Brighton. Uncle Tom, a black horse, exhibited by Mr. Gardener. of Bald Hills, Yankalilla. Dorset, a brown horse, exhibited by Mr. S. Herbert, of Yankalilla.
Mares and Foals. A black mare and foal exhibited by Mr. Thomas Rhodes. A mare and foal exhibited by Mr. Quin. A mare and foal exhibited by Mr. C. T. Hewett
Two-Year Old Colts. Exhibitors— Mr. Robert Dennis, Mr. C. T. Hewett, and Mr. Quin.
One-Year-Old Fillies. Exhibitors— Mr. Thomas Rhodes and Mr. C. T. Hewett. The horses were exhibited at 12 o'clock, and the Judges had finished their examination by about half past 2 o'clock. The ploughs were started by gunfire signal at 10 o'clock, and the ploughing was finished by 4 o'clock.
THE DINNER. About fifty gentlemen assembled in the evening at the Yarnkalilla Hotel, Yankalilla, where a most excellent and ample entertainment was provided by Host and Hostess Hibbart. The chair was occupied by Mr. S. Herbert, Chairman of the District Council; and Mr. Willson performed the duties of croupier. Upon the removal of the cloth, The Chairman proposed 'The Queen.' The toast was heartily responded to, and a verse of 'The National Anthem' was sung in chorus.............................
The Secretary, at the request of the Chairman, then gave in the awards of the Judges, as follows: --
Ploughing, men's class.
* 1st prize of £5 5s No. 4, N. Long. 2nd do. £4 4 No. 11, H. Huston. 3rd do. £2 2s. No. 3, G. Bailey. 4th do. £1 1s No. 4, W. Diprose.
Boys.
1st prize of £3 3s. ... ... No. 20, T. Tonkin. 2nd do. £2 2s. ... ... No. 14, H. Dennis. 3rd do. £1 1s. .No. 17, S. Shrives. * This (No. 20) was reported by the Judges as the best ploughed piece of land in the field, and the Chairman announced that the silver medal would be awarded to the boy, Thomas Tonkin. Some little discussion followed, as it was stated that the announcement of the Chairman was not in accordance with the terms of the advertisement. At the general request of the company reference was made to the advertisement in the Observer, when the objection was found to be a proper one. It was, however, explained that not a man on the field had adhered strictly to the rules of ploughing matches, having an unequal number of furrows on either side of the ridges, and therefore the medal would fall to the most successful competitor in the boys' class who had complied with the rules in that respect.
Teams of Bullocks. The prize for the best team of bullocks, £2 2s., was awarded to Mr. Enoch Tonkin.
Plough. The prize for the best plough on the field, £1 1s, was awarded to Mr. G. S. Herbert It was stated to have been made by Mr. Robinson, of Yankalilla.
Horses. Imported Horse. — A prize of £2 2s. was given to Mr. E.C. Gwynne for his entire horse Champion, as the best in this class.
Colonial Bred. — A prize of £2 2s. was given to Mr. Johnson for his horse Lofty Mountain, as the best colonial-bred horse.
Mare and Foal. — The prize of £2 2s. was awarded to Mr. Thomas Rhodes for the best mare and foal.
Two-Year-old Colt.— The prize of £2 2s. was awarded to Mr. C. T. Hewett in this class.
One-Year-Old.— The prize of £2 2s. in this class was also gained by Mr. C. T. Hewett.
Match. Between Mr. C. T. Hewett and Mr. Thomas Rhodes, for the best three-year-old colt or filly.— The prize was awarded to Mr. C. T. Hewett for a black colt. The award of prizes having been completed, Mr. Dispose proposed 'The Health of the Judges.' He felt assured the toast would be heartily drunk, as they were gentlemen who were well known to them; and all who had been upon the field could form an opinion as to the arduous nature of their duties. Drunk with musical honours. Mr. Richard Hill returned thanks on behalf of himself and his colleagues. They had, as he believed, endeavoured properly to perform their duty.....................
Mr. Little responded on behalf of the ladies, and included by proposing ' Three Cheers for the Hostess,' .........The evening closed with what is very expressively called 'A little harmony, gentlemen !' and the small hours witnessed the separation of a company of persons who had passed a very pleasant evening.
YANKALILLA PLOUGHING MATCH AND EXHIBITION OF HORSES.
Judges for the Ploughing Match— Mr. Thomas Mayfield, of Encounter Bay; Mr. Richard Hill, of Willunga and Mr. Archibald Greenfield, of Myponga. -Judges for the Horses- Mr. Robert Dennis of Yankalilla; Mr. Richard White, of Rapid Bay; Mr. Robert Brown, of Yankalilla; and Mr. Robert Atkinson, of Willunga. The Yankalilla Ploughing Match was held under most favourable auspices on Wednesday, on the Bald Hills, about four miles from the township. The land selected for the match was a portion of one of the sections belonging to Mr. George S. Herbert, and the soil, which had never been disturbed by the plough, was rich and very compact black loam— so compact, indeed, as to make heavy ploughing for the competitors. The weather was delightful, and, being neither too hot nor too cold, was just as suitable as could possibly have been secured, even if special arrangements had been made with the 'Clerk of the Weather's Office.' As may be imagined, there was a large number of settlers and others interested in agriculture from places miles away, and a very fair attendance of ladies enlivened the scene. Mr. Hibbart, of the Yankalilla Hotel, had made some arrangement for supplying the necessary stimulants where they were wanted; and Mr. G. S. Herbert, the owner of the property, and his lady, exerted themselves in hospitably regaling with good cheer such of the spectators as chose to lunch at their house. It may be proper to remark here that an accident occurred in going to the match, which fortunately was not attended with such serious consequences as might have been expected. A bullock-dray was used for the conveyance of a couple of ploughs to the field, and two young men were riding in it. Suddenly, when the vehicle had passed half way down a steep declivity, one of the wheels went into a deep rut, and the result was a capsize. One of the young men jumped out on the gully side, but was caught under the wheel, and dragged some little distance, without much injury except a bruise or two; but the other did not escape so well, and suffered a dislocation of the ankle, as we were informed... Both the poor fellows were thus prevented realizing the enjoyment they had anticipated. No other accident occurred.
The following were the entries for the match— all being bullock-teams :--
MEN'S CLASS BOYS under 18 years
No. Owners. Ploughmen. No. Owners. Ploughmen.
2. Thomas Rhodes Richard Rhodes. 13. John Lease Owner
3. G. S. Herbert, ... ... George Bailey. 11. S. Shrives ... ... Owner.
4 C. Robertson Nathan Long. 17. H. Dennis Owner.
5. J. Nosworthy Owner. 19. John Fuller Jonathan Fuller.
6. J.Howard William Bell. 20. Enoch Tonkin Thomas Tonkin
7. W. Jarrard Owner.
8. W. Diprose Owner.
9. Alexander Anderson . Owner.
10. G. S. Herbert G. Williams.
11. J. F. Foreman Hugh Huston.
12. M.Osborn G.Featherby.
The following were the entries in the exhibition of horse stock : — .
Imported Draught Entire Horses. Briton, a chesnut horse, the property of Mr. E. C. Gwynne imported by the Society for the Importation of Draught Stock. Champion, a black horse, the property of Mr. E. C. Gwynne, imported from Van Diemen's Land. Punch. a brown horse, the property of Mr. Thomas Dodd, of Rapid Bay, imported from Van Diemen's Land, and bred by the Circular Head Company.
Colonial Entire Horses. Lofty Mountain, a dapple-brown, exhibited by Mr. Johnson, of Brighton. Uncle Tom, a black horse, exhibited by Mr. Gardener. of Bald Hills, Yankalilla. Dorset, a brown horse, exhibited by Mr. S. Herbert, of Yankalilla.
Mares and Foals. A black mare and foal exhibited by Mr. Thomas Rhodes. A mare and foal exhibited by Mr. Quin. A mare and foal exhibited by Mr. C. T. Hewett
Two-Year Old Colts. Exhibitors— Mr. Robert Dennis, Mr. C. T. Hewett, and Mr. Quin.
One-Year-Old Fillies. Exhibitors— Mr. Thomas Rhodes and Mr. C. T. Hewett. The horses were exhibited at 12 o'clock, and the Judges had finished their examination by about half past 2 o'clock. The ploughs were started by gunfire signal at 10 o'clock, and the ploughing was finished by 4 o'clock.
THE DINNER. About fifty gentlemen assembled in the evening at the Yarnkalilla Hotel, Yankalilla, where a most excellent and ample entertainment was provided by Host and Hostess Hibbart. The chair was occupied by Mr. S. Herbert, Chairman of the District Council; and Mr. Willson performed the duties of croupier. Upon the removal of the cloth, The Chairman proposed 'The Queen.' The toast was heartily responded to, and a verse of 'The National Anthem' was sung in chorus.............................
The Secretary, at the request of the Chairman, then gave in the awards of the Judges, as follows: --
Ploughing, men's class.
* 1st prize of £5 5s No. 4, N. Long. 2nd do. £4 4 No. 11, H. Huston. 3rd do. £2 2s. No. 3, G. Bailey. 4th do. £1 1s No. 4, W. Diprose.
Boys.
1st prize of £3 3s. ... ... No. 20, T. Tonkin. 2nd do. £2 2s. ... ... No. 14, H. Dennis. 3rd do. £1 1s. .No. 17, S. Shrives. * This (No. 20) was reported by the Judges as the best ploughed piece of land in the field, and the Chairman announced that the silver medal would be awarded to the boy, Thomas Tonkin. Some little discussion followed, as it was stated that the announcement of the Chairman was not in accordance with the terms of the advertisement. At the general request of the company reference was made to the advertisement in the Observer, when the objection was found to be a proper one. It was, however, explained that not a man on the field had adhered strictly to the rules of ploughing matches, having an unequal number of furrows on either side of the ridges, and therefore the medal would fall to the most successful competitor in the boys' class who had complied with the rules in that respect.
Teams of Bullocks. The prize for the best team of bullocks, £2 2s., was awarded to Mr. Enoch Tonkin.
Plough. The prize for the best plough on the field, £1 1s, was awarded to Mr. G. S. Herbert It was stated to have been made by Mr. Robinson, of Yankalilla.
Horses. Imported Horse. — A prize of £2 2s. was given to Mr. E.C. Gwynne for his entire horse Champion, as the best in this class.
Colonial Bred. — A prize of £2 2s. was given to Mr. Johnson for his horse Lofty Mountain, as the best colonial-bred horse.
Mare and Foal. — The prize of £2 2s. was awarded to Mr. Thomas Rhodes for the best mare and foal.
Two-Year-old Colt.— The prize of £2 2s. was awarded to Mr. C. T. Hewett in this class.
One-Year-Old.— The prize of £2 2s. in this class was also gained by Mr. C. T. Hewett.
Match. Between Mr. C. T. Hewett and Mr. Thomas Rhodes, for the best three-year-old colt or filly.— The prize was awarded to Mr. C. T. Hewett for a black colt. The award of prizes having been completed, Mr. Dispose proposed 'The Health of the Judges.' He felt assured the toast would be heartily drunk, as they were gentlemen who were well known to them; and all who had been upon the field could form an opinion as to the arduous nature of their duties. Drunk with musical honours. Mr. Richard Hill returned thanks on behalf of himself and his colleagues. They had, as he believed, endeavoured properly to perform their duty.....................
Mr. Little responded on behalf of the ladies, and included by proposing ' Three Cheers for the Hostess,' .........The evening closed with what is very expressively called 'A little harmony, gentlemen !' and the small hours witnessed the separation of a company of persons who had passed a very pleasant evening.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Saturday 27 September 1856
MOUNT PLEASANT PLOUGHING . MATCH. Thursday, September 18
Judges— Messrs. R, Rankine, Mount Crawford; William Forrest, South Rhine; and James Umpherstone, Gawler Plains. The first annual ploughing match at Mount Pleasant near the Eastern Sources of the Torrens, and 36 miles from Adelaide, was held on the above date, upon Section No. 7035, belonging, to Mr. William Phillis, about a mile eastward of the Mount Pleasant Inn. The spot selected was pretty well adapted for the purpose. There were a few timber trees on some of the allotments; but, on the number of competitors having been ascertained, such allotments were thrown out. The field was on a gentle declivity, and was rather sandy in the bottom. The morning was as unpropitious as could well be imagined; incessant rains continued to fail from daybreak to about 10 o'clock, when the clouds began gradually to disperse. In the evening there were again some smart showers. It was confidently expected that there would have been a large number of competitors ; but the state of the weather prevented ploughmen from a distance attending. The number of spectators in the afternoon was considerable— probably not less than from 200 to 300. The regulations enforced were as follows:- The ploughs to be on the ground by 9 o'clock, to start at half-past 9 o'clock. Seventy rods to be ploughed in five hours. The depth to be 5 in, and not more than 9 in. wide; to be at the proper depth the third furrow, and finished the same end as begun. Ploughmen allowed assistance the first round. No person allowed to compete for a prize unless a subscriber to the amount of 10s. At the time specified the following entries were taken. The numbers indicate the lots drawn. Bollock teams are distinguished by an asterisk :--
Men's Class. Boys' Class
No. Owners. Ploughmen. No. Owners. Ploughmen
1* Thomas Corkhill ... Robert Wakeham 13 John Bennett, sen. ... John Bennett, jun,
6* French ... Owner. 14* James Hay ... ... Alexander Hay.
7 J.D. Cave ... Edward Dempsey.
10* William Phiilis . ... ... Owner.
12* James Hay ... Robert Hay.
17* Thomas Fulwood... ... Owner.
18* David Thomson ... - ... Owner.
19 John Bushel ... ... Owner.
All the competitors completed their work within the given time. The Judges were occupied for more than an hour in examining the ploughing, which was admitted by them, as well as the spectators in general, to be very excellent. The award of the Judges will be found below. We may here mention that the Committee have about £20 subscriptions in hand, after having paid the prizes awarded to the competitors. This surplus it is intended to hold over till the next year's ploughing match.
THE DINNER In order to provide accommodation for the guests at the dinner, the landlord of the Mount Pleasant Inn had erected a temporary pavilion 40 feet in length, beneath the balcony of the inn. About 50 gentlemen sat down to the festive board, the 'contents' of which were both excellent and ample, reflecting great credit on mine host McBeath. The guests, having satisfied their gastronomic propensities, Mr. William Forrest was called upon to preside over the future business of the evening, and Mr. John Bennett filled the vice-chair. By a kind of tacit but general understanding the proceedings were characterized rather by the cordial interchange of good fellowship and friendly greetings than by any laboured attempts at oratorical display.
The Chairman proposed, in succession, ' The Queen,' ' Prince Albert,' ' The Prince of Wales, and the rest of the Royal Family,' and ' The Army and Navy of England and her Allies.' Mr. C. J. Cooke, referring to the last toast, said the army and navy had performed their arduous duties, whilst the colonists had been sitting quietly at home in their chimney-corners.................the Secretary, then read the decisions of the Judges, as follows :— Men's Class
First prize, £5, No 17, Thomas Fulwood.— Very well ploughed; one side of the crown a little too high ; two or three furrows rather strong. ;
Second prize, £4, No. 19, John Bushel.— Well ploughed and formed.
Third prize, £3, No. 13, Robert Hay.— Very well ploughed and finished, but a little of the grass shown.
Fourth prize, £2, No. 18, David Thomson.— Very well ploughed, but rough.
Fifth prize, £1, No. 1, Robert Wakeham.— Well laid, but rather crooked, and badly flanked.
No. 10. The Judges express their regret that this lot, being marked out wrong, and consequently not finished, they cannot award to it a prize. It is in other respects highly deserving of one. No. 7. Well ploughed and finished, but finished at the wrong end, and therefore disqualified.
Boy's Class
1st prize, £3 ... ... No. 14. Alexander Hay. 2nd do., £3 ... ... No. 13. John Bennet jun., 3rd do., £1 ... No competitor. Best Pairs of Plough Horses 1st prizs, £2 ... ...No. 19. Mr. John Bushel. 2nd do, £1 ... ...No. 7. Mr. J. D. Cave.
Best Teams of Bullocks 1st prize, £2 ... ... No. 13: James Hay. 2nd do., £1 ... ... No. 13. David Thomson.
Best Plough of any Kind Prize, £1 10s. ... ... No. 10. Mr. William Phillis.
BEST COLONIAL MADE PLOUGH Prize, £1 10s No. 10. Mr. William Phillis. With regard to the prizes for the best ploughs, a long discussion ensued on the reading of the Judges' report. This arose from the following circumstance: A prize of £1 10s. was advertised to be given to the best plough of any kind, and another prize of £1 10s. for the best colonial plough. The Judges decided that No. 10 was not only the best colonial-made plough, but superior to any of English manufacture in the field. It was contended by Borne that both prizes could not be awarded to one plough. It was finally determined by general consent that this was the most equitable award. Mr. Phillis was consequently paid the amount of both prizes. We may state in this place that the plough was made by Forest & Ross of Gumeracha, It is a swing plough, to which has been attached a single wheel. Mr. John Bushel proposed ' The Healths of the Judges.' He remarked that he believed they had performed their duty conscientiously ; and he should suppose from the length of time they were on the ground that their duty was a very arduous one. Drunk with cheering. The Chairman returned thanks. He pointed out some of the difficulties the Judges had experienced in coming to a decision. In one instance the ploughing was very good, but the numbers of furrows on each side of the ridge were unequal. In another instance the best ploughing was disqualified for a prize on account of the regulations laid down not being complied with; and in another, the land had not been properly laid out. He hoped the colonists would endeavour to encourage good ploughing, particularly by encouraging the young men to attend ploughing matches. The prosperity of the colony depended on this, for every article of consumption was the product of the soil. Mr. Barton gave 'The Healths of the Successful Competitors.' Mr. Thomas Fulwood returned thanks, and remarked that he did not expect in the morning to have taken a prize.
Mr. Priestley Hillam proposed ' The Healths of the Unsuccessful Competitors.' Mr. William Phillis returned thanks. He regretted that his land had been pegged out wrongly, because he came with a determination to show what good ploughing was. Next time he would take care to bring with him a rule, to measure the lands before he commenced. Mr. Samuel Tapscott proposed ' The Healths of the Visitors.' He hoped next year their number would be doubled and trebled. Mr. P. Smallacombe returned thanks...........................
The Secretary thanked them for the honour they had done him. He would at any future time be glad to render them his assistance, if they would undertake to support him; but if they would not do so he must decline. He neither sought their favour nor their flattery; but their support. His humble services were always at their command so long as they were appreciated. He proposed 'The Healths of the Host and Hostess,' who had provided for them such an excellent dinner. This was enthusiastically responded to and duly acknowledged by the host, Mr. McBeath. This closed the proceedings. A discussion followed a reference to the best form of ploughs adapted to agriculture, particularly with regard to the breaking up of maiden soil, during which some important hints were elicited. The company gradually dispersed between 10 and 11 o'clock.
MOUNT PLEASANT PLOUGHING . MATCH. Thursday, September 18
Judges— Messrs. R, Rankine, Mount Crawford; William Forrest, South Rhine; and James Umpherstone, Gawler Plains. The first annual ploughing match at Mount Pleasant near the Eastern Sources of the Torrens, and 36 miles from Adelaide, was held on the above date, upon Section No. 7035, belonging, to Mr. William Phillis, about a mile eastward of the Mount Pleasant Inn. The spot selected was pretty well adapted for the purpose. There were a few timber trees on some of the allotments; but, on the number of competitors having been ascertained, such allotments were thrown out. The field was on a gentle declivity, and was rather sandy in the bottom. The morning was as unpropitious as could well be imagined; incessant rains continued to fail from daybreak to about 10 o'clock, when the clouds began gradually to disperse. In the evening there were again some smart showers. It was confidently expected that there would have been a large number of competitors ; but the state of the weather prevented ploughmen from a distance attending. The number of spectators in the afternoon was considerable— probably not less than from 200 to 300. The regulations enforced were as follows:- The ploughs to be on the ground by 9 o'clock, to start at half-past 9 o'clock. Seventy rods to be ploughed in five hours. The depth to be 5 in, and not more than 9 in. wide; to be at the proper depth the third furrow, and finished the same end as begun. Ploughmen allowed assistance the first round. No person allowed to compete for a prize unless a subscriber to the amount of 10s. At the time specified the following entries were taken. The numbers indicate the lots drawn. Bollock teams are distinguished by an asterisk :--
Men's Class. Boys' Class
No. Owners. Ploughmen. No. Owners. Ploughmen
1* Thomas Corkhill ... Robert Wakeham 13 John Bennett, sen. ... John Bennett, jun,
6* French ... Owner. 14* James Hay ... ... Alexander Hay.
7 J.D. Cave ... Edward Dempsey.
10* William Phiilis . ... ... Owner.
12* James Hay ... Robert Hay.
17* Thomas Fulwood... ... Owner.
18* David Thomson ... - ... Owner.
19 John Bushel ... ... Owner.
All the competitors completed their work within the given time. The Judges were occupied for more than an hour in examining the ploughing, which was admitted by them, as well as the spectators in general, to be very excellent. The award of the Judges will be found below. We may here mention that the Committee have about £20 subscriptions in hand, after having paid the prizes awarded to the competitors. This surplus it is intended to hold over till the next year's ploughing match.
THE DINNER In order to provide accommodation for the guests at the dinner, the landlord of the Mount Pleasant Inn had erected a temporary pavilion 40 feet in length, beneath the balcony of the inn. About 50 gentlemen sat down to the festive board, the 'contents' of which were both excellent and ample, reflecting great credit on mine host McBeath. The guests, having satisfied their gastronomic propensities, Mr. William Forrest was called upon to preside over the future business of the evening, and Mr. John Bennett filled the vice-chair. By a kind of tacit but general understanding the proceedings were characterized rather by the cordial interchange of good fellowship and friendly greetings than by any laboured attempts at oratorical display.
The Chairman proposed, in succession, ' The Queen,' ' Prince Albert,' ' The Prince of Wales, and the rest of the Royal Family,' and ' The Army and Navy of England and her Allies.' Mr. C. J. Cooke, referring to the last toast, said the army and navy had performed their arduous duties, whilst the colonists had been sitting quietly at home in their chimney-corners.................the Secretary, then read the decisions of the Judges, as follows :— Men's Class
First prize, £5, No 17, Thomas Fulwood.— Very well ploughed; one side of the crown a little too high ; two or three furrows rather strong. ;
Second prize, £4, No. 19, John Bushel.— Well ploughed and formed.
Third prize, £3, No. 13, Robert Hay.— Very well ploughed and finished, but a little of the grass shown.
Fourth prize, £2, No. 18, David Thomson.— Very well ploughed, but rough.
Fifth prize, £1, No. 1, Robert Wakeham.— Well laid, but rather crooked, and badly flanked.
No. 10. The Judges express their regret that this lot, being marked out wrong, and consequently not finished, they cannot award to it a prize. It is in other respects highly deserving of one. No. 7. Well ploughed and finished, but finished at the wrong end, and therefore disqualified.
Boy's Class
1st prize, £3 ... ... No. 14. Alexander Hay. 2nd do., £3 ... ... No. 13. John Bennet jun., 3rd do., £1 ... No competitor. Best Pairs of Plough Horses 1st prizs, £2 ... ...No. 19. Mr. John Bushel. 2nd do, £1 ... ...No. 7. Mr. J. D. Cave.
Best Teams of Bullocks 1st prize, £2 ... ... No. 13: James Hay. 2nd do., £1 ... ... No. 13. David Thomson.
Best Plough of any Kind Prize, £1 10s. ... ... No. 10. Mr. William Phillis.
BEST COLONIAL MADE PLOUGH Prize, £1 10s No. 10. Mr. William Phillis. With regard to the prizes for the best ploughs, a long discussion ensued on the reading of the Judges' report. This arose from the following circumstance: A prize of £1 10s. was advertised to be given to the best plough of any kind, and another prize of £1 10s. for the best colonial plough. The Judges decided that No. 10 was not only the best colonial-made plough, but superior to any of English manufacture in the field. It was contended by Borne that both prizes could not be awarded to one plough. It was finally determined by general consent that this was the most equitable award. Mr. Phillis was consequently paid the amount of both prizes. We may state in this place that the plough was made by Forest & Ross of Gumeracha, It is a swing plough, to which has been attached a single wheel. Mr. John Bushel proposed ' The Healths of the Judges.' He remarked that he believed they had performed their duty conscientiously ; and he should suppose from the length of time they were on the ground that their duty was a very arduous one. Drunk with cheering. The Chairman returned thanks. He pointed out some of the difficulties the Judges had experienced in coming to a decision. In one instance the ploughing was very good, but the numbers of furrows on each side of the ridge were unequal. In another instance the best ploughing was disqualified for a prize on account of the regulations laid down not being complied with; and in another, the land had not been properly laid out. He hoped the colonists would endeavour to encourage good ploughing, particularly by encouraging the young men to attend ploughing matches. The prosperity of the colony depended on this, for every article of consumption was the product of the soil. Mr. Barton gave 'The Healths of the Successful Competitors.' Mr. Thomas Fulwood returned thanks, and remarked that he did not expect in the morning to have taken a prize.
Mr. Priestley Hillam proposed ' The Healths of the Unsuccessful Competitors.' Mr. William Phillis returned thanks. He regretted that his land had been pegged out wrongly, because he came with a determination to show what good ploughing was. Next time he would take care to bring with him a rule, to measure the lands before he commenced. Mr. Samuel Tapscott proposed ' The Healths of the Visitors.' He hoped next year their number would be doubled and trebled. Mr. P. Smallacombe returned thanks...........................
The Secretary thanked them for the honour they had done him. He would at any future time be glad to render them his assistance, if they would undertake to support him; but if they would not do so he must decline. He neither sought their favour nor their flattery; but their support. His humble services were always at their command so long as they were appreciated. He proposed 'The Healths of the Host and Hostess,' who had provided for them such an excellent dinner. This was enthusiastically responded to and duly acknowledged by the host, Mr. McBeath. This closed the proceedings. A discussion followed a reference to the best form of ploughs adapted to agriculture, particularly with regard to the breaking up of maiden soil, during which some important hints were elicited. The company gradually dispersed between 10 and 11 o'clock.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Saturday 18 October 1856
MOUNT TORRENS PLOUGHING MATCH. Tuesday, October 14.
Judges — Mr. John Fisher, of the Grange, Goodwood, Mr. Thomas Donoghue, of Blakiston; and Mr. Samuel Dawson, of Gumeracha. The annual ploughing match at Mount Torrens took place as above on a section of land belonging to Mr. James Bond, landlord of the Mount Torrens Inn. The land consists of maiden soil, of a deep loam inclining to sand, partially wooded, and slightly undulating, with a hollow running along the centre, A more unpropitious day could scarcely be imagined. The early morning was cold, gloomy, and menacing, with heavy clouds overshadowing the country, extending from the zenith to the horizon. About 8 o'clock a drizzling rain began to fall, which continued without a minute's intermission throughout the whole day. This prevented several ploughmen from a distance attending, who, it was expected, would have appeared on the field as competitors. The attendance of spectators was also very small, consisting of few persons besides those who were immediately interested in the match. Another circumstance also contributed to lessen the number of visitors. On the same afternoon a public tea-meeting was held at the Bible Christian Chapel, established at Mount Torrens, which attracted most of the ladies and some of the gentlemen resident in the district. At 9 o'clock the following entries were taken on the ground by Mr. Edward Prescott, the Honorary Secretary. The numbers correspond to those drawn, and bullock teams are distinguished by an asterisk :--
Men's Class Boy's Class
No. Owners. Ploughmen. No. Owners. Ploughmen
2. Richard Perkins - E. Perkins, jun. 1. F.McKenzie - Alexander McKenzie
3. Thomas Fullwood - Owner. 2. James Hay - Archibald Hay.
4 James Hay - Robert Hay.
5. David Catcheside - Robert Brown.
6 William Inglis - Owner.
7. Thomas Corkhill - Robert Wakeham.
8. Richard Tucker - William Tucker.
9. J. D. Cave - Edward Dempsey.
The teams were started, by the firing of a gun, at 10 o'clock. The following rules were enforced; — Sixty-four rods to be ploughed in two lands, or 13 feet each, in five hours. The furrows to be not more than nine inches wide, nor less than five inches deep. Non-subscribers -Men to pay 5s. each; boys free.
All the competitors completed their work before the expiration of the appointed time. Every one of them was thoroughly drenched with the rain; but they bore this with a placid indifference worthy of a stoic. The Judges carefully examined the ground. Their decision will be found below.
THE DINNER. Of course the day's proceeding were closed with a dinner; this was provided at the Mount Torrens Hotel. The long room was filled with guests; another could not have found a vacant seat. The viands were plentiful in quantity, and excellent in kind and quality. An epicure could not have desired more. The chair was occupied by Mr. John Fisher, supported by Messrs. Donoghue and Cooke. Mr. J. D. Cave filled the vice-chair. The Chairman gave ' The health of the Queen, Prince Albert, the Prince of Wales, and the rest of the Royal Family, and of His Excellency the Governor" which were severally drunk with three cheers.
The Secretary then read the decision of the Judges, as follows:—
Men's Class.
First prize, £6— No. 6, William Inglis. Second prize, £4— No. 9, Edward Dempsey. Third prize, £3— No. 4, Robert Hay. Fourth prize, £2— No. 2, Richard Perkins, jun. Fifth prize, £1— No. 5, Robert Brown.
Boys' Class.
First prize, £3— No. 1, Alexander McKenzie. Second prize, £2— No. 2, Archibald Hay.
The Chairman distributed the prizes to the several successful competitors, as above. He stated, in reference to No. 9, that the Judges had awarded the prize to this competitor with considerable reluctance, on account of the ploughing being barely deep enough; No. 8 was well ploughed, but too shallow to take a prize; and the ridge was not equally divided. Mr. Walker proposed, ' Success to the Agricultural Interest of South Australia,' in a few appropriate remarks. Mr. Perkins responded, and remarked that there were proofs of the industry and exertions of the agriculturists to be seen on every hand. Mr. Dawson, jun, proposed ' The Health of the Successful Competitors.' He had never before experienced the difficulty which the Judges had to contend with in coming to a decision. They had endeavoured to do their duty, and he hoped they had given satisfaction. Mr. Inglis responded. Mr. Fanager proposed "The Health of the Unsuccessful Competitors.' .....Mr. Donoghue returned thanks. .............. In reply to the Vice-Chairman, he stated that No. 9 was not considered entitled to the first prize on account of there being some grass shown, and the finish not being good. The Vice-Chairman expressed his disappointment at the decision of the Judges. He certainly considered that the ploughing done by his own man was far superior to any other in the field. But he did not wish to dispute the point, for he regarded the Judges as being better qualified to form an opinion than himself. The Chairman corroborated the statement of Mr. Donoghue in reference to the ploughing of No. 9, which he again stated was scarcely the proper depth. Some further remarks and explanations followed, which were terminated by one of the gentlemen present singing a song. ................... The Chairman stated that he had recently impressed the same subject upon some of the merchants in Adelaide, whom he informed that a great deal of the wheat and flour which had hitherto been sent into town would, in future, be sent to the Murray direct from that district. He proposed ' Success to the Murray trade,' and coupled with it the name of Captain Cadell. Drunk with three cheers....................
Mr.Edward Prescott proposed ' The Press of South Australia.' They all knew that whatever evils they laboured under, the best means they had to get them remedied was by appealing to the public through the press. They were by this means made known throughout every part of the colony. Mr. Holden returned thanks. Mr. Walker proposed 'The Ladies.' There was a great difference in their dispositions'. ......................
Mr. Prescott proposed 'The Chairman's Health.'.....................The Chairman returned thanks. It was very gratifying for him to find that they still cherished the same kindly feeling towards him that they had manifested when he lived in the district. He had resided amongst them for a long time, which he should always regard as the happiest years of his life. The healths of 'The Vice-Chairman,' and of 'The Host and Hostess,' concluded the toasts of the evening. Some capital songs were sung during the evening, which, as a whole, was spent in a very agreeable manner. The company, 'loath to depart,' did not separate till a late hour.
MOUNT TORRENS PLOUGHING MATCH. Tuesday, October 14.
Judges — Mr. John Fisher, of the Grange, Goodwood, Mr. Thomas Donoghue, of Blakiston; and Mr. Samuel Dawson, of Gumeracha. The annual ploughing match at Mount Torrens took place as above on a section of land belonging to Mr. James Bond, landlord of the Mount Torrens Inn. The land consists of maiden soil, of a deep loam inclining to sand, partially wooded, and slightly undulating, with a hollow running along the centre, A more unpropitious day could scarcely be imagined. The early morning was cold, gloomy, and menacing, with heavy clouds overshadowing the country, extending from the zenith to the horizon. About 8 o'clock a drizzling rain began to fall, which continued without a minute's intermission throughout the whole day. This prevented several ploughmen from a distance attending, who, it was expected, would have appeared on the field as competitors. The attendance of spectators was also very small, consisting of few persons besides those who were immediately interested in the match. Another circumstance also contributed to lessen the number of visitors. On the same afternoon a public tea-meeting was held at the Bible Christian Chapel, established at Mount Torrens, which attracted most of the ladies and some of the gentlemen resident in the district. At 9 o'clock the following entries were taken on the ground by Mr. Edward Prescott, the Honorary Secretary. The numbers correspond to those drawn, and bullock teams are distinguished by an asterisk :--
Men's Class Boy's Class
No. Owners. Ploughmen. No. Owners. Ploughmen
2. Richard Perkins - E. Perkins, jun. 1. F.McKenzie - Alexander McKenzie
3. Thomas Fullwood - Owner. 2. James Hay - Archibald Hay.
4 James Hay - Robert Hay.
5. David Catcheside - Robert Brown.
6 William Inglis - Owner.
7. Thomas Corkhill - Robert Wakeham.
8. Richard Tucker - William Tucker.
9. J. D. Cave - Edward Dempsey.
The teams were started, by the firing of a gun, at 10 o'clock. The following rules were enforced; — Sixty-four rods to be ploughed in two lands, or 13 feet each, in five hours. The furrows to be not more than nine inches wide, nor less than five inches deep. Non-subscribers -Men to pay 5s. each; boys free.
All the competitors completed their work before the expiration of the appointed time. Every one of them was thoroughly drenched with the rain; but they bore this with a placid indifference worthy of a stoic. The Judges carefully examined the ground. Their decision will be found below.
THE DINNER. Of course the day's proceeding were closed with a dinner; this was provided at the Mount Torrens Hotel. The long room was filled with guests; another could not have found a vacant seat. The viands were plentiful in quantity, and excellent in kind and quality. An epicure could not have desired more. The chair was occupied by Mr. John Fisher, supported by Messrs. Donoghue and Cooke. Mr. J. D. Cave filled the vice-chair. The Chairman gave ' The health of the Queen, Prince Albert, the Prince of Wales, and the rest of the Royal Family, and of His Excellency the Governor" which were severally drunk with three cheers.
The Secretary then read the decision of the Judges, as follows:—
Men's Class.
First prize, £6— No. 6, William Inglis. Second prize, £4— No. 9, Edward Dempsey. Third prize, £3— No. 4, Robert Hay. Fourth prize, £2— No. 2, Richard Perkins, jun. Fifth prize, £1— No. 5, Robert Brown.
Boys' Class.
First prize, £3— No. 1, Alexander McKenzie. Second prize, £2— No. 2, Archibald Hay.
The Chairman distributed the prizes to the several successful competitors, as above. He stated, in reference to No. 9, that the Judges had awarded the prize to this competitor with considerable reluctance, on account of the ploughing being barely deep enough; No. 8 was well ploughed, but too shallow to take a prize; and the ridge was not equally divided. Mr. Walker proposed, ' Success to the Agricultural Interest of South Australia,' in a few appropriate remarks. Mr. Perkins responded, and remarked that there were proofs of the industry and exertions of the agriculturists to be seen on every hand. Mr. Dawson, jun, proposed ' The Health of the Successful Competitors.' He had never before experienced the difficulty which the Judges had to contend with in coming to a decision. They had endeavoured to do their duty, and he hoped they had given satisfaction. Mr. Inglis responded. Mr. Fanager proposed "The Health of the Unsuccessful Competitors.' .....Mr. Donoghue returned thanks. .............. In reply to the Vice-Chairman, he stated that No. 9 was not considered entitled to the first prize on account of there being some grass shown, and the finish not being good. The Vice-Chairman expressed his disappointment at the decision of the Judges. He certainly considered that the ploughing done by his own man was far superior to any other in the field. But he did not wish to dispute the point, for he regarded the Judges as being better qualified to form an opinion than himself. The Chairman corroborated the statement of Mr. Donoghue in reference to the ploughing of No. 9, which he again stated was scarcely the proper depth. Some further remarks and explanations followed, which were terminated by one of the gentlemen present singing a song. ................... The Chairman stated that he had recently impressed the same subject upon some of the merchants in Adelaide, whom he informed that a great deal of the wheat and flour which had hitherto been sent into town would, in future, be sent to the Murray direct from that district. He proposed ' Success to the Murray trade,' and coupled with it the name of Captain Cadell. Drunk with three cheers....................
Mr.Edward Prescott proposed ' The Press of South Australia.' They all knew that whatever evils they laboured under, the best means they had to get them remedied was by appealing to the public through the press. They were by this means made known throughout every part of the colony. Mr. Holden returned thanks. Mr. Walker proposed 'The Ladies.' There was a great difference in their dispositions'. ......................
Mr. Prescott proposed 'The Chairman's Health.'.....................The Chairman returned thanks. It was very gratifying for him to find that they still cherished the same kindly feeling towards him that they had manifested when he lived in the district. He had resided amongst them for a long time, which he should always regard as the happiest years of his life. The healths of 'The Vice-Chairman,' and of 'The Host and Hostess,' concluded the toasts of the evening. Some capital songs were sung during the evening, which, as a whole, was spent in a very agreeable manner. The company, 'loath to depart,' did not separate till a late hour.
Age (Melbourne, Vic), Thursday 20 August 1857
BILL TO REGULATE THE SALE AND LAND OCCUPATION OF CROWN LANDS
BILL TO REGULATE THE SALE AND LAND OCCUPATION OF CROWN LANDS
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AUSTRALIAN MAPS FOR FAMILY HISTORIANS
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1857
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Because of the amount of ploughing matches in South Australia, 1857-1858, are not in text format, as the text correcting from TROVE, is very time consuming.
South Aust. Reg. Wed 15 Apr 1857
Ploughing Match East Torrens South Australian Register Wed 8 July 1857
Adelaide Champion Ploughing Match S.A. Reg. Sat. 11 July 1857
Morphett Vale Ploughing & Show of Stock South Aust Reg. Tue 4 Aug 1857
PORT ELLIOT AND GOOLWA Ploughing Match S.A. Reg. Fri 7 Aug 1857
Willunga Ploughing Match |
South Australian Register Mon. 3 August 1857
Strathalbyn & Bremer Ploughing Match Adelaide Observer (SA), Sat 8 Aug 1857
Gawler Annual Ploughing Match South Australian Register Monday 10 August 1857
Yankalilla Annual Ploughing Match |
S.A. Reg. Fri 21 Aug 1857
Salisbury Ploughing Match S.A. Reg. Sat 22 Aug 1857
Everley Ploughing Match S.A. Reg. Sat 22 Aug 1857
Maclaren Vale Ploughing Match Adelaide Observer Sat 22 Aug 1857
Milang Ploughing Match Adelaide Observer Sat 29 Aug 1857
Woodville Ploughing Match |
South Australian Register Friday 4 September 1857
Port Gawler & Mudlawirra Ploughing Match South Australian Register Saturday 5 Sept 1857
Mount Barker Ploughing Match Blakiston S. A. Register Saturday 12 Sept 1857
Encounter Bay Ploughing Match Adelaide Observer Sat 12 Sep 1857
Lyndoch Valley Ploughing Match Adelaide Observer Sat 12 Sep 1857
Auburn Ploughing Match |
South Australian Register Sat 12 September 1857
Bugle Ranges Ploughing Match S.A. Register Mon 14 Sept 1857
Mudlawirra, Nuriootpa & Light Ploughing Match S.A. Register Friday 25 Sep 1857
Mount Torrens Ploughing Match Adelaide Observer Sat 26 Sep 1857
Auburn Ploughing Match Adelaide Observer Sat 26 Sep 1857
Macclesfield Annual Ploughing Match |
Adelaide Observer Sat 3 October 1857
Woodside Ploughing Match. Adelaide Observer Sat 3 Oct 1857
Kondoparinga Ploughing Match Adelaide Observer Sat 3 Oct 1857
The Clare Farmers' & Working Men's Ploughing Match South Australian Register Saturday 10 Oct 1857
Mount Pleasant Annual Ploughing Match |
1858
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South Australian Advertiser Saturday 24 July 1858
Willunga Ploughing Match South Australian Advertiser Thursday 29 July 1858
Brighton Ploughing Match South Australian Advertiser Friday 6 August 1858
Salisbury Ploughing Match South Australian Register Saturday 7 August 1858
Morphett Vale Ploughing Match South Australian Register Saturday 7 August 1858
Lyndoch Valley Ploughing Match South Australian Register Saturday 7 August 1858
Alma Ploughing Match |
S.A. Register Monday 16 August 1858
Gawler Ploughing Match S.A. Register Monday 16 August 1858
Gawler Ploughing Match Adelaide Observer Saturday 21 August 1858
Maclaren Vale Ploughing Match S.A. Weekly Chronicle Saturday 21 August 1858
Echunga Ploughing Match S.A. Weekly Chronicle Saturday 21 August 1858
Aldinga Ploughing Match |
South Australian Advertiser Monday 23 August 1858
Strathalbyn & Bremer Ploughing Match South Australian Advertiser Thursday 26 August 1858
The Champion Ploughing Match South Australian Weekly Chronicle Saturday 28 August 1858
STURT AND BRIGHTON Ploughing Match South Australian Advertiser Sat 4 Sept 1858
Everton Ploughing Match |
South Australian Advertiser Thursday 9 Sept 1858
Dry Creek Ploughing Match South Australian Register Sat 11 Sept 1858
Payneham Ploughing Match South Australian Advertiser Thursday 16 Sept 1858
Hindmarsh District Ploughing Match South Australian Weekly Chronicle Saturday 18 Sept 1858
Encounter Bay Ploughing Match South Australian Register Fri 24 Sep 1858
Barossa & Light Agricultural Association Annual Ploughing Match & Exhibition of Stock. Angaston |
Adelaide Observer Saturday 25 Sept 1858
Myponga Ploughing Match South Australian Advertiser Monday 27 Sept 1858
Nairne Ploughing Match Adelaide Observer Saturday 2 October 1858
Gumeracha Ploughing Match South Australian Weekly Chronicle Saturday 2 October 1858
Port Elliot & Goolwa Ploughing Match |
South Australian Weekly Chronicle Saturday 9 October 1858
Woodside Ploughing Match South Australian Advertiser Friday 15 October 1858
Mount Torrens Ploughing Match Adelaide Observer Saturday 23 October 1858
Mount Pleasant Ploughing Match South Australian Register Saturday 30 October 1858
Agricultural & Horticultural Society Monthly Committee Meeting |
1859
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Adelaide Observer (SA), Saturday 16 July 1859
STURT, MITCHAM, AND GLENELG ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH.
STURT, MITCHAM, AND GLENELG ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Monday 1 August 1859
GUMERACHA PLOUGHING MATCH.
Judges— Messrs. W. Ferguson, R. Rankine, and John Frame. Gumeracha, so long known as a fine agricultural district, and one of the first to initiate associations for agricultural purposes, held its annual ploughing match on Friday, July 29. The site selected was on a section of land belonging to Mr. Isaac Hutton, situate about two miles northward of the Kenton Inn. The spot forms one of those many secluded retreats which, during our Australian winter months, render the country in the hills so remarkable for its romantic beauty. The weather was delightful; consequently, a large number of visitors of both sexes visited the field during the day. There were eight prizes, amounting to the aggregate sum of £31, including a wrought-iron plough, manufactured by Messrs. Forrest & Ross, valued at £13. The half of this amount was generously deducted from the charge made by those gentlemen to the Committee. An additional prize of £5 was also offered for the best entire draught horse shown on the ground. The following are the entries, arranged in the order in which the lots were drawn, and distinguishing bullock-teams by a (*)
MEN'S CLASS
Owner. Ploughman.
*1 T.Fallwood. Owner.
*3 W. Phillis. Owner.
5 K. Hanna, Owner.
6 James Dawson, Owner.
8 J. D. Cave. W. Chard.
9 H. Dawson, H. Dawson, jun.
10 J.Bennett. J. Bennett, jun.
BOYS' CLASS
*11 J. Bushby. P.Edey.
12 Isaac Hutton. John Hutton.
*13 W.Phillis. J. Phillis.
14 A.Forrest. A. Forrest, jun.
*15 A. Forrest. John Forrest.
*16 R. Burns. J. Burns.
There were also three entire draught horses exhibited, namely, Mr. H. Dawson's Black. Hero, Mr. Cook's Ploughboy, and Mr. Phillis's Pride of Australia. The award of the Judges will be found below. The rules required to be observed by the competitors were these: — Each man to plough 6 rods of ground, in one whole and two half lands, with equal furrows in each half, independently of the mould furrow, and a seed bed to be left on each side of the mould furrow. Depth, five inches ; the third furrow from the crown to measure. No assistance allowed to Ploughmen except in setting the poles. Boys allowed a leader first round, if required. Time, five hours. Teams to be on the field at 9 o'clock; to start at 10. No person to enter a team except a subscriber of at least 10s. The decision of the Judges to be final. The land was in excellent order for ploughing, and was probably as well adapted for the purpose as any that could be obtained within a reasonable distance. There were, however, several sturdy gum-tees, the growth of ages, to obstruct the operations; whilst on some of the lands the competitors had to contend against the additional disadvantage of a stony soil. At about 1 o'clock a band of music from Mount Pleasant arrived on the ground, whose dulcet strains made the welkin ring again. They were preceded by a standard-bearer, whose flag of red, white, and blue flaunted gaily in the breeze. All the competitors completed their work within the given time.
In the evening a party of about forty gentlemen sat down to a capital dinner at the Kenton Inn. Mr. J. D. Save, J.P., occupied the chair, and was surrounded by the Hon. the Commissioner of Public Works. Mr D.
Shannon, M.P., the Rev. J. C. Woods, the Judges, and several members of the Committee. Mr. H. Dawson filled the vice-chair. On the removal of the cloth, the Chairman gave ' The Healths of the Queen, Prince Albert the Prince of Wales, and the rest of the Royal Family, and the Governor,' which were drunk with the usual demonstrations.
The Commissioner of Public Works stated that he had felt greatly gratified by an address which had been presented to him from the working men since bit arrival. Though there could be no doubt that dulness existed, the address was so respectfully worded, and was conceived in such a calm and sensible spirit, that it had given him peculiar gratification. In reply to some statements made by the Vice-Chairman, Mr. Blyth remarked that when a representative of a district was appointed as a member of the Ministry, be thought every elector of such district was honoured by that appointment. The address referred to, will be found below.
The decision of the Judges was then read by Mr. Samuel Dawson, the Hon. Sec. as follows :--
MEN'S CLASS
First prizs, a wrought-iron plough, by Messrs. Fairest and Ross, value £12 , No. 8, William Chard. Second prize, £6, No. 1, Thomas Fullwood, Third prize, £1, No. 6, James Dawton. Fourth prize, £2, No. 9, H. Dawson, jun. Fifth prias, £1, Ho. 6, B. Hanna
BOYS' CLASS.
First prize, £4, No. 16, John Forrest. Second prize, £2. No. 11, P. Edey, Third prize, £1, No. 11, Alexander Forrest, Jun.
Special prize, £5, for the best draught entire horse shown on the field to serve in the district for tbe season, Mr. H. Dawson's Black Hero. 'The Health of the Successful Competitors' was drunk, and responded to by the Vice-Chjuuxut. Mr. Forrest proposed 'The Health of the Judges,' which was drunk with musical honours. Mr. R, Rankine returned thanks. We referred to the circumstance that the land was not so well adapted for a ploughing match as he could have wished, and expressed his gratification that the Gumeracha Agricultural Society was likely to be revived. Mr. Frame, in responding, stated that he was himself one of the first competitors at a ploughing match in Gumeracha. He was sorry that sufficient attention had not been paid to the formation of well-farmed ridges, which in the hill country ought never to. be disturbed. The ridge having been well formed should remain and the lands in after years ploughed, either in twos or fours.
Other names mentioned as responding or proposing toasts.-
Creed, Progress, Dawson, Woods, Bennett, Shannon, Holden, Rankine, Cave, Forrest, Blyth.
The following is the address presented to Mr. Blyth by the working men alluded to above :--
Gumeracha, July 29, 1859.
To the Hon. Arthur Blyth. Commissioner of Public Works, We the working men, whom you now see around you, having heard that you were about to visit the neighbourhood to attend the ploughing match, thought it a favourable opportunity of intimating to you that we have no sympathy with those of our body who have placed themselves in antagonism to the Government because work was provided for the destitute at a low rate of wages. ' We feel that it places a man in a very degrading position to receive charity when he is in ability to support himself by the labour of his hands.. ' We consider it was much wiser on the part of the Government to find employment, even at a low rate of wages, than to relieve destitution. We are fully of opinion that the Government did not intend to reduce wages generally to 4s. per day, but that it was meant as a temporary provision for the destitute until they could obtain better wages from other sources. ' We desire to express to you our confidence that you, as Commissioner of Public Works, and the Govenment of which you are a member, will push, on those public works for which the money has been voted by the House of Assembly, with every dispatch; and should Providence bless us with a good harvest we have every hope that a rate of wages will be established alike remunerative to the labourer and satisfactory to the employer.' (Here followed 63 signatures) Names not mentioned
GUMERACHA PLOUGHING MATCH.
Judges— Messrs. W. Ferguson, R. Rankine, and John Frame. Gumeracha, so long known as a fine agricultural district, and one of the first to initiate associations for agricultural purposes, held its annual ploughing match on Friday, July 29. The site selected was on a section of land belonging to Mr. Isaac Hutton, situate about two miles northward of the Kenton Inn. The spot forms one of those many secluded retreats which, during our Australian winter months, render the country in the hills so remarkable for its romantic beauty. The weather was delightful; consequently, a large number of visitors of both sexes visited the field during the day. There were eight prizes, amounting to the aggregate sum of £31, including a wrought-iron plough, manufactured by Messrs. Forrest & Ross, valued at £13. The half of this amount was generously deducted from the charge made by those gentlemen to the Committee. An additional prize of £5 was also offered for the best entire draught horse shown on the ground. The following are the entries, arranged in the order in which the lots were drawn, and distinguishing bullock-teams by a (*)
MEN'S CLASS
Owner. Ploughman.
*1 T.Fallwood. Owner.
*3 W. Phillis. Owner.
5 K. Hanna, Owner.
6 James Dawson, Owner.
8 J. D. Cave. W. Chard.
9 H. Dawson, H. Dawson, jun.
10 J.Bennett. J. Bennett, jun.
BOYS' CLASS
*11 J. Bushby. P.Edey.
12 Isaac Hutton. John Hutton.
*13 W.Phillis. J. Phillis.
14 A.Forrest. A. Forrest, jun.
*15 A. Forrest. John Forrest.
*16 R. Burns. J. Burns.
There were also three entire draught horses exhibited, namely, Mr. H. Dawson's Black. Hero, Mr. Cook's Ploughboy, and Mr. Phillis's Pride of Australia. The award of the Judges will be found below. The rules required to be observed by the competitors were these: — Each man to plough 6 rods of ground, in one whole and two half lands, with equal furrows in each half, independently of the mould furrow, and a seed bed to be left on each side of the mould furrow. Depth, five inches ; the third furrow from the crown to measure. No assistance allowed to Ploughmen except in setting the poles. Boys allowed a leader first round, if required. Time, five hours. Teams to be on the field at 9 o'clock; to start at 10. No person to enter a team except a subscriber of at least 10s. The decision of the Judges to be final. The land was in excellent order for ploughing, and was probably as well adapted for the purpose as any that could be obtained within a reasonable distance. There were, however, several sturdy gum-tees, the growth of ages, to obstruct the operations; whilst on some of the lands the competitors had to contend against the additional disadvantage of a stony soil. At about 1 o'clock a band of music from Mount Pleasant arrived on the ground, whose dulcet strains made the welkin ring again. They were preceded by a standard-bearer, whose flag of red, white, and blue flaunted gaily in the breeze. All the competitors completed their work within the given time.
In the evening a party of about forty gentlemen sat down to a capital dinner at the Kenton Inn. Mr. J. D. Save, J.P., occupied the chair, and was surrounded by the Hon. the Commissioner of Public Works. Mr D.
Shannon, M.P., the Rev. J. C. Woods, the Judges, and several members of the Committee. Mr. H. Dawson filled the vice-chair. On the removal of the cloth, the Chairman gave ' The Healths of the Queen, Prince Albert the Prince of Wales, and the rest of the Royal Family, and the Governor,' which were drunk with the usual demonstrations.
The Commissioner of Public Works stated that he had felt greatly gratified by an address which had been presented to him from the working men since bit arrival. Though there could be no doubt that dulness existed, the address was so respectfully worded, and was conceived in such a calm and sensible spirit, that it had given him peculiar gratification. In reply to some statements made by the Vice-Chairman, Mr. Blyth remarked that when a representative of a district was appointed as a member of the Ministry, be thought every elector of such district was honoured by that appointment. The address referred to, will be found below.
The decision of the Judges was then read by Mr. Samuel Dawson, the Hon. Sec. as follows :--
MEN'S CLASS
First prizs, a wrought-iron plough, by Messrs. Fairest and Ross, value £12 , No. 8, William Chard. Second prize, £6, No. 1, Thomas Fullwood, Third prize, £1, No. 6, James Dawton. Fourth prize, £2, No. 9, H. Dawson, jun. Fifth prias, £1, Ho. 6, B. Hanna
BOYS' CLASS.
First prize, £4, No. 16, John Forrest. Second prize, £2. No. 11, P. Edey, Third prize, £1, No. 11, Alexander Forrest, Jun.
Special prize, £5, for the best draught entire horse shown on the field to serve in the district for tbe season, Mr. H. Dawson's Black Hero. 'The Health of the Successful Competitors' was drunk, and responded to by the Vice-Chjuuxut. Mr. Forrest proposed 'The Health of the Judges,' which was drunk with musical honours. Mr. R, Rankine returned thanks. We referred to the circumstance that the land was not so well adapted for a ploughing match as he could have wished, and expressed his gratification that the Gumeracha Agricultural Society was likely to be revived. Mr. Frame, in responding, stated that he was himself one of the first competitors at a ploughing match in Gumeracha. He was sorry that sufficient attention had not been paid to the formation of well-farmed ridges, which in the hill country ought never to. be disturbed. The ridge having been well formed should remain and the lands in after years ploughed, either in twos or fours.
Other names mentioned as responding or proposing toasts.-
Creed, Progress, Dawson, Woods, Bennett, Shannon, Holden, Rankine, Cave, Forrest, Blyth.
The following is the address presented to Mr. Blyth by the working men alluded to above :--
Gumeracha, July 29, 1859.
To the Hon. Arthur Blyth. Commissioner of Public Works, We the working men, whom you now see around you, having heard that you were about to visit the neighbourhood to attend the ploughing match, thought it a favourable opportunity of intimating to you that we have no sympathy with those of our body who have placed themselves in antagonism to the Government because work was provided for the destitute at a low rate of wages. ' We feel that it places a man in a very degrading position to receive charity when he is in ability to support himself by the labour of his hands.. ' We consider it was much wiser on the part of the Government to find employment, even at a low rate of wages, than to relieve destitution. We are fully of opinion that the Government did not intend to reduce wages generally to 4s. per day, but that it was meant as a temporary provision for the destitute until they could obtain better wages from other sources. ' We desire to express to you our confidence that you, as Commissioner of Public Works, and the Govenment of which you are a member, will push, on those public works for which the money has been voted by the House of Assembly, with every dispatch; and should Providence bless us with a good harvest we have every hope that a rate of wages will be established alike remunerative to the labourer and satisfactory to the employer.' (Here followed 63 signatures) Names not mentioned
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Friday 5 August 1859
SALISBURY ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH.
The gentlemen elected to be Judges in this match were Messrs. W. Ferguson, Hogarth, and Innis. The match took place on Wednesday last in a paddock belonging to Mr. J. Harvey. M.P- adjoining the Salisbury railway station. The soil consisted of a sandy loam, which, owing to he absence of rain, was far too dry for the purpose indeed, so hard and flinty was it throughout, that the work appeared to great disadvantage when executed; while two of the ploughmen gave up, owing to accident and the difficulty which they, and no less their teams, experienced in getting through their allotted portion of land. The sward had never before been broken up by the plough. The attendance upon the occasion was equal to that of previous years, and if the day had been one of sunny brightness instead of being cloudy, and promising at any moment to terminate in rain, the company would, in all probability, have exceeded the general average. The rules were as follow :— ' Each competitor to plough half an acre of land in one ridges and two half-ridges, with an equal number or furrows on each side of the ridge, independent of the mould furrow. ' The depth to be 5 & a half inches, and not more than 9 inches wide. Time allowed, 6 hours. 'Teams to be on the field at half-past 8 o'clock, and start at 9 o'clock. No assistance allowed to horse teams, except setting and removing the poles.' The number of ploughs entered was not so large as the preceding year, when there were nearly twenty competing. On this occasion there were but thirteen— two for the champion prize, seven for general ploughing, and four for the boys' ploughing. The following entire horses and colts were upon the ground:— Munno Pars, belonging to Mr. Mitchell; Young Warwick, belonging to Mr. Hogarth; and Briton, a likely colt of one year and eleven months, belonging to Mr. J. Dunkley. The following is a list of entries, with the prizes affixed:--
Champion Prize.
No. Owner. Ploughman.
*20. J. Goddard Owner, 1st prize.
23. C. Ferguson Owner.
General Ploughing.
12. David Cowan ... J. Cowan. 2nd prize.
13. Robert Hatcher ... Owner.
14. W. Goodman ... Owner, 1st prize.
15. Joseph Ind Owner.
16. H. Bussenhadf ... Owner, 4th prize,
17. John Tilley Owner.
18. William Day ... Owner, 3rd prize.
Boys' Ploughing.
*4. Thomas Dayman ... T.Dayman,jun, 2nd prize.
*5. Frank Day Owner. 1st prize.
♦3. Joseph Judd ... -------Judd, jun.
7. R, Smith ... ... Disqualified.
The * against the numbers indicates which ploughs were drawn by oxen. No. 17 was disqualified by having one furrow too few. No. 13 and No. 15 were also disqualified, the former by an accident to the plough, and the latter from the bullock team not being equal to the work. The Judges remarks were as follows :— ' Champion Prize.— The Judges considered that No. 23 was the best laid, but too deep, and not so well closed as No. 20. In consequence of this they gave the prize to No. 20. 'General Ploughing.— The Judges were of opinion that No. 14 was done in a more workmanlike manner than any other lands in this class, and consequently awarded to it the first prize. ' No. 12, to which they gave the second prize, was well closed, but it was not so straight as No. 14, and evinced that the plough had been shakily held. It was also not so well finished as No. 14. No. 18 was rather roughly finished. No. 16. Rather a worse crown than No. 18. Boys' Ploughing.— The Judges were fully satisfied that No. 5 was the best ploughed throughout. They considered that No. 7 was the best laid in some places, but could not overlook the fact that in many other places it was unploughed. The finish also was bad at places. Consequently they awarded the second prize to No. 4.
THE DINNER. After the ploughing match about fifty persons sat down to a dinner provided at the Governor MacDonnell Hotel, Mr. Samuel Ferguson acting as Chairman and Mr. K. Milne as Vice-Chairman on the occasion. The company evidently appeared to think it no unpleasant task, after the bracing influence of exposure to the open air, to sit down to a table spread with every reasonable delicacy, in addition to the ordinary roast-pigs and roast beef of South Australian entertainment. The viands, which did great credit to the landlord, having in turn been done great credit to by all who were assembled, The Chairman said he was induced to take the position he occupied by having experienced much pleasure in filling the same post at the ploughing match of the previous year. Having expressed a hope that the same good feeling would prevail which had then existed, he gave 'The Health of Her Majesty the Queen.' Drunk with enthusiasm. He next proposed 'The Health of Prince Albert and the other members or the Royal Family,' commenting upon the commendable manner in which the Prince Consort had devoted himself to agricultural pursuits. Drunk with great cheering.
The Vice-Chairman, in a speech of a highly eulogistic character, proposed ' The Health of His Excellency the Governor-in-Chief,' which was drunk with applause. Dr. Fishes, having' been called upon to propose a toast, remarked that he had generally had assigned to him the duty or proposing the health of the Judges ; but his duty that evening was to propose the Parliament of South Australia. He must confess, in doing so, that he thought there were times when it was no enviable thing to be a member of Parliament, inasmuch as he had perceived that one part of a district would often be finding fault with him for what was done for another part, and the unhappy representative was thus placed between a cross-fire of conflicting interests and opinions. Upon the matter which had convened them, he could say that the ploughing that day had been excellent, considering the difficulties under which It was carried on— difficulties which he never remembered to have been greater in any past year, he trusted that good crops and good farming would go together in the district. (Cheers.) Farmers had been in doubt as to finding a market for their produce; but from an article in the Register he had seen that the number of acres in wheat in the next colony was decreasing; oats coming into cultivation where wheat was previously grown. There was one thing he regretted seeing, which was, that the yield of South Australia was only at 11 bushels per acre, while that of Victoria was 20 bushels per acre, coming back to the subject of his toast, he begged to give 'The Parliament of South Australia,' and to connect with it the name of their representative—Mr. Harvey. (Cheers.) Song, by Mr. Loades.
Mr. Harvey, on behalf of the Parliament of South Australia and for himself begged to thank the company for the honour done them by drinking their health. If they would excuse him he would go slightly into politics. The present Parliament, as they were aware, was nearly at the end of its existence, at least so far as the House of Assembly was concerned. As to the other branch of the Legislature, he had always thought it a useless piece of machinery. However he supposed they must take the Constitution as it was and put up with it. It certainly was useful in checking hasty legislation, as had been demonstrated in the case of the Police Bill, to the principles of which he (Mr. Harvey) was strongly opposed, believing that the action of a double police forces would always be inharmonious. He thought many useful measures had been carried by the present Parliament, and that most members of that Parliament had redeemed the pledges they had given to their constituents. If they had not, the time for giving an account of their stewardship was at hand. (Hear, hear.) He himself had uniformly voted in the manner he signified he should when a candidate. He had given his warmest support to the new Property Act, as a most popular and important measure, and he could not but admire the able manner in which it had been carried through the House, and the admirable way in which its principles were being expounded through the country, both of which reflected the highest credit on Mr. Torrens. (Cheers.) The measure was very important in South Australia where there was so numerous a proprietary — so many lords of the soil ; and he ventured to predict that the measure would be imitated by the next colonies and extended to Great Britain to the great honour of South Australia, who initiated it. (Cheers.)
Other names mentioned in toasts etc-
Fisher, Cowan, Kelly, Hogarth, Davie, Broadstock, Goodman, Goddard, Coales, Gault, Scott, Milne, Fenden, Ragless, McLellan, Rowlands,
.........................Mr. J. Harvey proposed ' The Press,' acknowledging the efficiency of the press of South Australia as compared with that of the mother-country in the amount of information afforded from foreign quarters, and in the detailed proceedings it gave of various societies and associations in the colony. Drunk with three cheers. Song, by Mr. Loades. Mr. Dawhirst returned thanks on behalf of the Register and Observer, and Mr. Little on behalf of the Advertiter and Chronicle. 'Success to Railways,' with the usual complimentary votes of such occasions, closed the evening, which was most agreeably and instructively spent.
SALISBURY ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH.
The gentlemen elected to be Judges in this match were Messrs. W. Ferguson, Hogarth, and Innis. The match took place on Wednesday last in a paddock belonging to Mr. J. Harvey. M.P- adjoining the Salisbury railway station. The soil consisted of a sandy loam, which, owing to he absence of rain, was far too dry for the purpose indeed, so hard and flinty was it throughout, that the work appeared to great disadvantage when executed; while two of the ploughmen gave up, owing to accident and the difficulty which they, and no less their teams, experienced in getting through their allotted portion of land. The sward had never before been broken up by the plough. The attendance upon the occasion was equal to that of previous years, and if the day had been one of sunny brightness instead of being cloudy, and promising at any moment to terminate in rain, the company would, in all probability, have exceeded the general average. The rules were as follow :— ' Each competitor to plough half an acre of land in one ridges and two half-ridges, with an equal number or furrows on each side of the ridge, independent of the mould furrow. ' The depth to be 5 & a half inches, and not more than 9 inches wide. Time allowed, 6 hours. 'Teams to be on the field at half-past 8 o'clock, and start at 9 o'clock. No assistance allowed to horse teams, except setting and removing the poles.' The number of ploughs entered was not so large as the preceding year, when there were nearly twenty competing. On this occasion there were but thirteen— two for the champion prize, seven for general ploughing, and four for the boys' ploughing. The following entire horses and colts were upon the ground:— Munno Pars, belonging to Mr. Mitchell; Young Warwick, belonging to Mr. Hogarth; and Briton, a likely colt of one year and eleven months, belonging to Mr. J. Dunkley. The following is a list of entries, with the prizes affixed:--
Champion Prize.
No. Owner. Ploughman.
*20. J. Goddard Owner, 1st prize.
23. C. Ferguson Owner.
General Ploughing.
12. David Cowan ... J. Cowan. 2nd prize.
13. Robert Hatcher ... Owner.
14. W. Goodman ... Owner, 1st prize.
15. Joseph Ind Owner.
16. H. Bussenhadf ... Owner, 4th prize,
17. John Tilley Owner.
18. William Day ... Owner, 3rd prize.
Boys' Ploughing.
*4. Thomas Dayman ... T.Dayman,jun, 2nd prize.
*5. Frank Day Owner. 1st prize.
♦3. Joseph Judd ... -------Judd, jun.
7. R, Smith ... ... Disqualified.
The * against the numbers indicates which ploughs were drawn by oxen. No. 17 was disqualified by having one furrow too few. No. 13 and No. 15 were also disqualified, the former by an accident to the plough, and the latter from the bullock team not being equal to the work. The Judges remarks were as follows :— ' Champion Prize.— The Judges considered that No. 23 was the best laid, but too deep, and not so well closed as No. 20. In consequence of this they gave the prize to No. 20. 'General Ploughing.— The Judges were of opinion that No. 14 was done in a more workmanlike manner than any other lands in this class, and consequently awarded to it the first prize. ' No. 12, to which they gave the second prize, was well closed, but it was not so straight as No. 14, and evinced that the plough had been shakily held. It was also not so well finished as No. 14. No. 18 was rather roughly finished. No. 16. Rather a worse crown than No. 18. Boys' Ploughing.— The Judges were fully satisfied that No. 5 was the best ploughed throughout. They considered that No. 7 was the best laid in some places, but could not overlook the fact that in many other places it was unploughed. The finish also was bad at places. Consequently they awarded the second prize to No. 4.
THE DINNER. After the ploughing match about fifty persons sat down to a dinner provided at the Governor MacDonnell Hotel, Mr. Samuel Ferguson acting as Chairman and Mr. K. Milne as Vice-Chairman on the occasion. The company evidently appeared to think it no unpleasant task, after the bracing influence of exposure to the open air, to sit down to a table spread with every reasonable delicacy, in addition to the ordinary roast-pigs and roast beef of South Australian entertainment. The viands, which did great credit to the landlord, having in turn been done great credit to by all who were assembled, The Chairman said he was induced to take the position he occupied by having experienced much pleasure in filling the same post at the ploughing match of the previous year. Having expressed a hope that the same good feeling would prevail which had then existed, he gave 'The Health of Her Majesty the Queen.' Drunk with enthusiasm. He next proposed 'The Health of Prince Albert and the other members or the Royal Family,' commenting upon the commendable manner in which the Prince Consort had devoted himself to agricultural pursuits. Drunk with great cheering.
The Vice-Chairman, in a speech of a highly eulogistic character, proposed ' The Health of His Excellency the Governor-in-Chief,' which was drunk with applause. Dr. Fishes, having' been called upon to propose a toast, remarked that he had generally had assigned to him the duty or proposing the health of the Judges ; but his duty that evening was to propose the Parliament of South Australia. He must confess, in doing so, that he thought there were times when it was no enviable thing to be a member of Parliament, inasmuch as he had perceived that one part of a district would often be finding fault with him for what was done for another part, and the unhappy representative was thus placed between a cross-fire of conflicting interests and opinions. Upon the matter which had convened them, he could say that the ploughing that day had been excellent, considering the difficulties under which It was carried on— difficulties which he never remembered to have been greater in any past year, he trusted that good crops and good farming would go together in the district. (Cheers.) Farmers had been in doubt as to finding a market for their produce; but from an article in the Register he had seen that the number of acres in wheat in the next colony was decreasing; oats coming into cultivation where wheat was previously grown. There was one thing he regretted seeing, which was, that the yield of South Australia was only at 11 bushels per acre, while that of Victoria was 20 bushels per acre, coming back to the subject of his toast, he begged to give 'The Parliament of South Australia,' and to connect with it the name of their representative—Mr. Harvey. (Cheers.) Song, by Mr. Loades.
Mr. Harvey, on behalf of the Parliament of South Australia and for himself begged to thank the company for the honour done them by drinking their health. If they would excuse him he would go slightly into politics. The present Parliament, as they were aware, was nearly at the end of its existence, at least so far as the House of Assembly was concerned. As to the other branch of the Legislature, he had always thought it a useless piece of machinery. However he supposed they must take the Constitution as it was and put up with it. It certainly was useful in checking hasty legislation, as had been demonstrated in the case of the Police Bill, to the principles of which he (Mr. Harvey) was strongly opposed, believing that the action of a double police forces would always be inharmonious. He thought many useful measures had been carried by the present Parliament, and that most members of that Parliament had redeemed the pledges they had given to their constituents. If they had not, the time for giving an account of their stewardship was at hand. (Hear, hear.) He himself had uniformly voted in the manner he signified he should when a candidate. He had given his warmest support to the new Property Act, as a most popular and important measure, and he could not but admire the able manner in which it had been carried through the House, and the admirable way in which its principles were being expounded through the country, both of which reflected the highest credit on Mr. Torrens. (Cheers.) The measure was very important in South Australia where there was so numerous a proprietary — so many lords of the soil ; and he ventured to predict that the measure would be imitated by the next colonies and extended to Great Britain to the great honour of South Australia, who initiated it. (Cheers.)
Other names mentioned in toasts etc-
Fisher, Cowan, Kelly, Hogarth, Davie, Broadstock, Goodman, Goddard, Coales, Gault, Scott, Milne, Fenden, Ragless, McLellan, Rowlands,
.........................Mr. J. Harvey proposed ' The Press,' acknowledging the efficiency of the press of South Australia as compared with that of the mother-country in the amount of information afforded from foreign quarters, and in the detailed proceedings it gave of various societies and associations in the colony. Drunk with three cheers. Song, by Mr. Loades. Mr. Dawhirst returned thanks on behalf of the Register and Observer, and Mr. Little on behalf of the Advertiter and Chronicle. 'Success to Railways,' with the usual complimentary votes of such occasions, closed the evening, which was most agreeably and instructively spent.
Sir Robert Torrens 1814-1884
3rd Premier of South Australia In office 1 Sept 1857 – 30 Sept 1857 |
Torrens System of Title
The historical origins of the Torrens title are a matter of considerable controversy. Torrens himself acknowledged adapting his proposals from earlier systems of transfer and registration, particularly the system of registration of merchant ships in the United Kingdom. The Prussian mortgage legislation also served as an example. James E. Hogg, in Australian Torrens System with Statutes (1905), has shown that Torrens derived ideas from many other sources and that he received assistance from a number of persons within South Australia. Stanley Robinson, in Transfer of Land in Victoria (1979) has argued that Ulrich Hübbe, a German lawyer living in South Australia in the 1850's, made the most important single contribution by adapting principles borrowed from the Hanseatic registration system in Hamburg. Nevertheless, it cannot be denied that Torrens' political activities were substantially responsible for securing acceptance of the new system in South Australia and eventually, in other Australian colonies and New Zealand. |
He oversaw the introduction of the system in the face of often-vicious attack from his opponents, many of whom were lawyers, who feared loss of work in conveyancing because of the introduction of a simple scheme. The Torrens system was also a marked departure from the common law of real property and its further development has been characterised by the reluctance of common-law judges to accept it.
Common law / General law Title land owners needed to prove their ownership of a particular piece of land back to the earliest grant of land by the Crown to its first owner. The documents relating to transactions with the land were collectively known as the "title deeds" or the "chain of title". This event could have occurred hundreds of years prior and could have been intervened by dozens of changes in the land's ownership. A person's ownership over land could also be challenged, potentially causing great legal expense to land owners and hindering development. Even an exhaustive title search of the chain of title would not give the purchaser complete security, largely because of the principle, nemo dat quod non habet ("no one gives what he does not have") and the ever-present possibility of undetected outstanding interests.
The common-law position has been changed in minor respects by legislation designed to minimize the searches that should be undertaken by a prospective purchaser. In some jurisdictions, a limitation has been placed on the period of commencement of title a purchaser may require.
Torrens title is a system of land registration, in which a register of land holdings maintained by the state guarantees an indefeasible title to those included in the register. Land ownership is transferred through registration of title instead of using deeds. Its main purpose is to simplify land transactions and to certify to the ownership of an absolute title to realty. It has become pervasive around the countries strongly influenced by Britain, especially those in the Commonwealth of Nations. It is named after Sir Robert Richard Torrens, GCMG (1814 – 31 August 1884), who was the third Premier of South Australia.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torrens_title
Common law / General law Title land owners needed to prove their ownership of a particular piece of land back to the earliest grant of land by the Crown to its first owner. The documents relating to transactions with the land were collectively known as the "title deeds" or the "chain of title". This event could have occurred hundreds of years prior and could have been intervened by dozens of changes in the land's ownership. A person's ownership over land could also be challenged, potentially causing great legal expense to land owners and hindering development. Even an exhaustive title search of the chain of title would not give the purchaser complete security, largely because of the principle, nemo dat quod non habet ("no one gives what he does not have") and the ever-present possibility of undetected outstanding interests.
The common-law position has been changed in minor respects by legislation designed to minimize the searches that should be undertaken by a prospective purchaser. In some jurisdictions, a limitation has been placed on the period of commencement of title a purchaser may require.
Torrens title is a system of land registration, in which a register of land holdings maintained by the state guarantees an indefeasible title to those included in the register. Land ownership is transferred through registration of title instead of using deeds. Its main purpose is to simplify land transactions and to certify to the ownership of an absolute title to realty. It has become pervasive around the countries strongly influenced by Britain, especially those in the Commonwealth of Nations. It is named after Sir Robert Richard Torrens, GCMG (1814 – 31 August 1884), who was the third Premier of South Australia.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torrens_title
Simply, the old General Law Title System, is like a Family Tree for a Property, each Deed or Title Document, is a link in the Chain of Documents back to the Original
South Australian Register Saturday 20 August 1859
Hindmarsh District Ploughing Match |
South Australian Weekly Chronicle (Adelaide, SA), Saturday 20 August 1859
HAMILTON PLOUGHING- MATCH. Thursday, August 18.
Judges — Messrs. Henry Kelly, J.P., Jeremiah Cropley and Abraham White. The match took place in a paddock belonging to Mr. H Robertson, immediately behind the Hamilton Hotel. The occasion appeared to have imparted great animation to the village of Hamilton, and also. to have attracted a considerable number of people from Kapunda and the adjacent districts. The ground was enlivened by the presence of several ladies, both on horseback and on foot, who appeared to be both interested as well as interesting spectators. The land, was in good condition and very suitable for the purpose, and the ploughmen had no reason to complain of difficulties in that respect. The work was very performed and the lands when finished were a picture of good ploughing, with long, straight, and clear furrows, well turned, and in most instances well finished. The spirit of emulation did not appear to have run very high, for, although seven prizes were offered, six competitors only entered the lists, and as all the work was completed within the required time, every candidate was consequently entitled to a prize. Still, if more competitors had been on the field, the work would probably not have been better done. This remark applies particularly with regard to the boys, the work of one of whom would have been creditable to any adult ploughman. We allude to that of W. Abbott. The weather was fine in the morning, with a strong: wind from the north-west which shifted round in the afternoon to nearly due west, and brought up a number of dense clouds, which served to exclude the sun. These, however, passed away and the day closed without any rain.
Mr. May's chesnut horse, Lion, was exhibited on the field, and was admired as a good specimen of draught horse. Mr. Ferguson's Black Prince was also shown, and was even more commended for good points. The following were the entries for the match : -
MEN.
Owner. Ploughmen.
No. *1. Cousens & Bruce ... Abraham Spinks
*2. W. May W. Forsters
3. J. Hyde M. Clandaus,
BOYS.
No. 1. — Inglis Gilbert Inglis.
2. Geo. Robertson ... David Robertson.
3- R. Hyde William Abbott,
Those marked * were horse teams.
PRIZES. The prizes competed for were, for the men -1st £5 ; 2nd, £4 ; 3rd, £2. For boys, £3, £2. and £1. There was also a prize for the best team of horses, £1 and for the best team of bullocks the same amount. A dinner was provided at the Hamilton Hotel, and the landlord, Mr. Moyle, very obligingly consulted the convenience of his guests by hurrying the preparations so that the dinner was ready an hour before the time announced. A company of not fewer than 36 persons sat down to a very plentifully supplied table. Mr. Kelly occupied the chair, Mr. Cossins the vice-chair, with Mr. Auld on his left hand ; and amongst the company were the Judges of the day. After the viands had been fully discussed and the cloth removed, The Chairman gave the usual loyal toasts, which were responded to with great enthusiasm. The Vice-chairman then proposed 'The Hamilton Agricultural Society.' He said the specimens of ploughing exhibited that day were very satisfactory, and evinced a great amount of proficiency. Mr. Cropley replied. This was the first ploughing match held in the township of Hamiiton, and the work had been so successful as to encourage the Society is hoping that the future would display even better performances. The Secretary then read the awards of the Judges as follows : Men's class. --
First prize. £5, land No. 5, Abraham Spinks. Remarks — Best crown and best finish, very good work, barely the depth. Second prize, £4, land No. 7, W. Forster ; crown too open, not property closed, mould furrow too high and too deep, good straight ploughing, scarcely the depth. Third prize, £3, M. Clandaus ; furrows not -well turned, too much grass seen, crown rather better than second prize, finish not so good.
Boys' class.--
First prize, £3, land No. 1, W. Abbott ; best crown, not quite so good a finish, but excellent ploughing for a boy. Second prize, £2, land No. 3, Gilbert Inglis ; crown and finish not quite so good as first prize, but fair plough. Third prize, D. Robertson ; crown too open, finish too wide and too deep ; on the whole tolerable fair
ploughing. The Judges were of opinion that none of the ploughing was deep enough.
TEAMS. First prize, for the best team of bullocks on the field, James Hyde. First prize, £1, for best team of horses on the field, Cousens and Brewster, which was returned to the Society as a subscription for the following: year. While the prizes were being distributed, Mr. May remarked that the number of furrows was not according to the published rules. The Chairman explained the discrepancy, and Mr. Cropley observed that if the rules had been strictly adhered to, no one of the competitors would have been entitled to receive a prize. Mr. Auld proposed 'The Health, of the Judges.' who, he said, required only to be in known in order to inspire thorough confidence. Judges in cases of this kind were not always so honorable and conscientious as the Judges of the Hamilton Ploughing- match had been. Mr. Abraham White responded on behalf of the Judges. He was convinced that all the Judges that day had exercised their functions without fear, favor, or affection. (Hear, hear.) Mr. W. Oldham proposed 'The Pastoral and Agricultural Interests.' He said praise on the subject of agriculture would be thrown away in addressing an audience who made agriculture a pursuit. ..........
The discoveries of chemistry had enabled Napoleon the First to protract the war in Europe for a number of years, and might even at this later period be applied with advantage to the peaceful art of tilling the soil. The 'Committee of Management,' the 'Vice-Chairman,' 'The Lalies,' the 'Press,' the 'Host and Hostess,' having been proposed and briefly responded to, the meeting dissolved, but a number of choice spirits protracted the enjoyment to an early hour in the morning. It is just to remark that Mr. Moyle, landlord of the Hamilton. Hotel, bestowed every care on the accommodation of his guests, and his attention to, and consideration for the comfort of the representatives of the press, was particularly deserving of praise.
HAMILTON PLOUGHING- MATCH. Thursday, August 18.
Judges — Messrs. Henry Kelly, J.P., Jeremiah Cropley and Abraham White. The match took place in a paddock belonging to Mr. H Robertson, immediately behind the Hamilton Hotel. The occasion appeared to have imparted great animation to the village of Hamilton, and also. to have attracted a considerable number of people from Kapunda and the adjacent districts. The ground was enlivened by the presence of several ladies, both on horseback and on foot, who appeared to be both interested as well as interesting spectators. The land, was in good condition and very suitable for the purpose, and the ploughmen had no reason to complain of difficulties in that respect. The work was very performed and the lands when finished were a picture of good ploughing, with long, straight, and clear furrows, well turned, and in most instances well finished. The spirit of emulation did not appear to have run very high, for, although seven prizes were offered, six competitors only entered the lists, and as all the work was completed within the required time, every candidate was consequently entitled to a prize. Still, if more competitors had been on the field, the work would probably not have been better done. This remark applies particularly with regard to the boys, the work of one of whom would have been creditable to any adult ploughman. We allude to that of W. Abbott. The weather was fine in the morning, with a strong: wind from the north-west which shifted round in the afternoon to nearly due west, and brought up a number of dense clouds, which served to exclude the sun. These, however, passed away and the day closed without any rain.
Mr. May's chesnut horse, Lion, was exhibited on the field, and was admired as a good specimen of draught horse. Mr. Ferguson's Black Prince was also shown, and was even more commended for good points. The following were the entries for the match : -
MEN.
Owner. Ploughmen.
No. *1. Cousens & Bruce ... Abraham Spinks
*2. W. May W. Forsters
3. J. Hyde M. Clandaus,
BOYS.
No. 1. — Inglis Gilbert Inglis.
2. Geo. Robertson ... David Robertson.
3- R. Hyde William Abbott,
Those marked * were horse teams.
PRIZES. The prizes competed for were, for the men -1st £5 ; 2nd, £4 ; 3rd, £2. For boys, £3, £2. and £1. There was also a prize for the best team of horses, £1 and for the best team of bullocks the same amount. A dinner was provided at the Hamilton Hotel, and the landlord, Mr. Moyle, very obligingly consulted the convenience of his guests by hurrying the preparations so that the dinner was ready an hour before the time announced. A company of not fewer than 36 persons sat down to a very plentifully supplied table. Mr. Kelly occupied the chair, Mr. Cossins the vice-chair, with Mr. Auld on his left hand ; and amongst the company were the Judges of the day. After the viands had been fully discussed and the cloth removed, The Chairman gave the usual loyal toasts, which were responded to with great enthusiasm. The Vice-chairman then proposed 'The Hamilton Agricultural Society.' He said the specimens of ploughing exhibited that day were very satisfactory, and evinced a great amount of proficiency. Mr. Cropley replied. This was the first ploughing match held in the township of Hamiiton, and the work had been so successful as to encourage the Society is hoping that the future would display even better performances. The Secretary then read the awards of the Judges as follows : Men's class. --
First prize. £5, land No. 5, Abraham Spinks. Remarks — Best crown and best finish, very good work, barely the depth. Second prize, £4, land No. 7, W. Forster ; crown too open, not property closed, mould furrow too high and too deep, good straight ploughing, scarcely the depth. Third prize, £3, M. Clandaus ; furrows not -well turned, too much grass seen, crown rather better than second prize, finish not so good.
Boys' class.--
First prize, £3, land No. 1, W. Abbott ; best crown, not quite so good a finish, but excellent ploughing for a boy. Second prize, £2, land No. 3, Gilbert Inglis ; crown and finish not quite so good as first prize, but fair plough. Third prize, D. Robertson ; crown too open, finish too wide and too deep ; on the whole tolerable fair
ploughing. The Judges were of opinion that none of the ploughing was deep enough.
TEAMS. First prize, for the best team of bullocks on the field, James Hyde. First prize, £1, for best team of horses on the field, Cousens and Brewster, which was returned to the Society as a subscription for the following: year. While the prizes were being distributed, Mr. May remarked that the number of furrows was not according to the published rules. The Chairman explained the discrepancy, and Mr. Cropley observed that if the rules had been strictly adhered to, no one of the competitors would have been entitled to receive a prize. Mr. Auld proposed 'The Health, of the Judges.' who, he said, required only to be in known in order to inspire thorough confidence. Judges in cases of this kind were not always so honorable and conscientious as the Judges of the Hamilton Ploughing- match had been. Mr. Abraham White responded on behalf of the Judges. He was convinced that all the Judges that day had exercised their functions without fear, favor, or affection. (Hear, hear.) Mr. W. Oldham proposed 'The Pastoral and Agricultural Interests.' He said praise on the subject of agriculture would be thrown away in addressing an audience who made agriculture a pursuit. ..........
The discoveries of chemistry had enabled Napoleon the First to protract the war in Europe for a number of years, and might even at this later period be applied with advantage to the peaceful art of tilling the soil. The 'Committee of Management,' the 'Vice-Chairman,' 'The Lalies,' the 'Press,' the 'Host and Hostess,' having been proposed and briefly responded to, the meeting dissolved, but a number of choice spirits protracted the enjoyment to an early hour in the morning. It is just to remark that Mr. Moyle, landlord of the Hamilton. Hotel, bestowed every care on the accommodation of his guests, and his attention to, and consideration for the comfort of the representatives of the press, was particularly deserving of praise.
South Australian Weekly Chronicle (Adelaide, SA), Saturday 20 August 1859
MORPHETT VALE PLOUGHING MATCH.
This event came off on Thursday, on a section in the occupation of Mr. Strimley, situate on the western side of the road between the Wheatsheaf Inn and the resi-dence of Mr. Castles. Owing to the threatening aspect of the weather in the early part of the day the attendance of spectators was not as great as it would doubtless otherwise have been; it was not, however, below the average of previous years. Nothing daunted by the keen wind blowing from sea-ward, several ladies graced the field with their presence, manifesting considerable interest in the proceedings. The ground was a light sandy soil, much too open in its nature for the display of work, the furrows presenting when executed, a broken and irregular appearance, and the drills in many instances being filled up by the shifting of the soil. The rain which had fallen on the previous evening, together with the fact that the ground had for the most part been previously ploughed, rendered the work particularly easy both for man and beast. There were fourteen entries — seven men and seven boys. Five of the ploughs were worked by oxen, and the remainder were horse teams. The start was made at twenty minutes past nine. The following were the rules of the match : — Each ploughman to plough half-an-acre in two whole lands and one whole land, equal furrows on each side of crown, not including the mould furrow. The depth to be reached at the third furrow from the crown. The furrows to be not less than five inches deep nor more nine inches wide. No assistance to be rendered to the ploughman after setting up the poles. Time allowed for ploughing six hours. The Judges were Messrs. John Myles, Robert Smith, and George Barton.
The following were the entries : --
MEN's CLASS.
Ploughman. Owner.
1. John Davil ... J. Reynell, Esq. J.P.
2. G. Short ... Mr. John Short
3. Robert Roberts ... Mr. C. Mills
4. *David Dunne ... Mr. David Dunne
5. John Huish ... Mr. James Galloway
6. Peter Anderson ... Mr. Alex. Anderson, of Mossgeil
7. Alex. Anderson ... Mr. Alex. Anderson
BOY'S CLASS
8. James Sampson ... Mr. Wm. Samson
9. * James Brown ... Mr. William Brown
10. *William Rooke ... Mr. Thos. Rooke
11. *G. Goldsmith ... Mr. William Goldsmith
12. *Peter Anderson, jun... Mr. Peter Anderson, sen.
13. Alex. Anderson ... Mr. Peter Anderson, sen.
14. Charles Waite ... Mr. George Spriggs.
The asterisk against the number indicates that the ploughs were drawn by oxen. All finished rather under the time allowed, and the Judges having carefully examined the work, gave their decision as follows : --
MEN'S CLASS
1st Prize, No. 7, Alexander Anderson. 2nd Prize, No. 4, David Dunne. 3rd Prize, No. 5, John Huish.
BOYS' CLASS.
1st Prize, No. 8, James Sampson. 2nd Prize, No. 10, William Rooke. 3rd Prize, No. 11, G. Goldsmith.
The Judges highly complimented some of the boys upon the quality of their work, stating that had they entered in the men's class they would in all probability have gained a prize. The two best ploughs on the ground were one of Ransome & May's, Y.R.C., and one of Howard's recently patented P.P. There was only one colonial plough in the field, and that was held by the winner of the second prize in the men's class. It was one of the common swing ploughs (the only one in the field) and was made by Mr. Eglington of Reynella. The work performed by it was remarkably good, but the prevail-ing feeling was decidedly in favor of the wheel ploughs, as being easier to both ploughman and team. During the day the following entire horses were dis-played upon the ground — Suffolk Punch, the property of Mr. Johnstone, Reedbeds ; Argyle, belonging to Mr. Smith; Turpin, belonging to Mr. Clark, and Prince, belonging to Mr. Spriggs. Argyle was much admired, as was also the favorite Suffolk Punch ; both horses were in excellent condition.
THE DINNER. At 5 o'clock about sixty persons sat down to dinner at the Emu Inn, where host Head had provided a repast which for profusion and luxury we have seldom seen equalled in any other district in the colony. Every pro-curable delicacy graced the board, and ample justice was done to the savoury viands on the part of the company, whose appetites were somewhat sharpened by their exposure to the bleak wind which prevailed during the day. The chair was filled by Mr. James Clark, Mr. Robert Smith filling the vice-chair. The Chairman was supported on his right by Messrs. Short and Barton, and on his left by Messrs. Brown and Hoskins. Mr. John Myles and Mr. Samuel Myles supported the Vice-Chairman. After the cloth had been removed, ...............................
Song — ' Think of your Head in the Morning' — Mr. Pierce. The VICE-CHAIRMAN then proposed the 'Army and Navy.' He was sure all would drink this toast with good will. It would be useless for him to descant on the bravery of the British Army and Navy ; he had only to refer to the recent events which had taken place in the Crimea and India. But Britons were celebrated for their bravery in almost every clime, and a striking proof of that bravery had been manifested in the rescue of the unfortunate sufferers from the wreck of the ill-fated Admella. It had been said that South Australians were backward in volunteering ; this might be so, but he was quite sure that if an enemy ever did make his appearance, he would receive a warm reception.
The CHAIRMAN then proceeded to distribute the prizes to the successful competitors as follows : --
Men's Class — 1st prize, £.5, Alexander Anderson ; 2nd do., £4, David Dunne ; 3rd do., £3, John Huish.
Boys' Class — 1st prize, £4, James Sampson ;2nd do., £3, William Rooke ; 3rd do., £2, George Goldsmith.
The Secretary here announced that the Judges had decided upon awarding two extra prizes to the Boys' Class, which were then presented as follows :— 4th prize, £1, Peter Anderson ; 5th do., 10s., James Brown. The recipient of the latter prize was a very small boy of 12 years, in appearance no match for some of the 'Sampsons ' who entered themselves as juveniles upon this occasion. He was complimented by the Chairman for his pluck in competing against them. Song — ' Quite Colonial,' Mr. Dungay. Mr. SHORT had a toast to propose, which he was sure would be enthusiastically received — that of 'The Agricultural and Pastoral Interests.' It was a toast which all ought to drink. He thought that the necessity of that interest to the colony had been sufficiently proved by the late tightness in the money market, which was entirely owing to the failure of the harvests. If they could have plenty of rain and a good harvest, the colony would soon be in a more prosperous state. Song, Mr. Foreman—' The beautiful sky." ......................
Mr. ANDREWS responded, and proposed ' The Health of the Secretary and Committee.' Mr. LLOYD, Secretary, returned thanks, and Mr. Clark, followed, proposing ' The Host and Hostess,' which was drunk with honors ; and Mr. HEAD having responded, the company broke up, expressing their complete satisfaction with the whole of the arrangements.
MORPHETT VALE PLOUGHING MATCH.
This event came off on Thursday, on a section in the occupation of Mr. Strimley, situate on the western side of the road between the Wheatsheaf Inn and the resi-dence of Mr. Castles. Owing to the threatening aspect of the weather in the early part of the day the attendance of spectators was not as great as it would doubtless otherwise have been; it was not, however, below the average of previous years. Nothing daunted by the keen wind blowing from sea-ward, several ladies graced the field with their presence, manifesting considerable interest in the proceedings. The ground was a light sandy soil, much too open in its nature for the display of work, the furrows presenting when executed, a broken and irregular appearance, and the drills in many instances being filled up by the shifting of the soil. The rain which had fallen on the previous evening, together with the fact that the ground had for the most part been previously ploughed, rendered the work particularly easy both for man and beast. There were fourteen entries — seven men and seven boys. Five of the ploughs were worked by oxen, and the remainder were horse teams. The start was made at twenty minutes past nine. The following were the rules of the match : — Each ploughman to plough half-an-acre in two whole lands and one whole land, equal furrows on each side of crown, not including the mould furrow. The depth to be reached at the third furrow from the crown. The furrows to be not less than five inches deep nor more nine inches wide. No assistance to be rendered to the ploughman after setting up the poles. Time allowed for ploughing six hours. The Judges were Messrs. John Myles, Robert Smith, and George Barton.
The following were the entries : --
MEN's CLASS.
Ploughman. Owner.
1. John Davil ... J. Reynell, Esq. J.P.
2. G. Short ... Mr. John Short
3. Robert Roberts ... Mr. C. Mills
4. *David Dunne ... Mr. David Dunne
5. John Huish ... Mr. James Galloway
6. Peter Anderson ... Mr. Alex. Anderson, of Mossgeil
7. Alex. Anderson ... Mr. Alex. Anderson
BOY'S CLASS
8. James Sampson ... Mr. Wm. Samson
9. * James Brown ... Mr. William Brown
10. *William Rooke ... Mr. Thos. Rooke
11. *G. Goldsmith ... Mr. William Goldsmith
12. *Peter Anderson, jun... Mr. Peter Anderson, sen.
13. Alex. Anderson ... Mr. Peter Anderson, sen.
14. Charles Waite ... Mr. George Spriggs.
The asterisk against the number indicates that the ploughs were drawn by oxen. All finished rather under the time allowed, and the Judges having carefully examined the work, gave their decision as follows : --
MEN'S CLASS
1st Prize, No. 7, Alexander Anderson. 2nd Prize, No. 4, David Dunne. 3rd Prize, No. 5, John Huish.
BOYS' CLASS.
1st Prize, No. 8, James Sampson. 2nd Prize, No. 10, William Rooke. 3rd Prize, No. 11, G. Goldsmith.
The Judges highly complimented some of the boys upon the quality of their work, stating that had they entered in the men's class they would in all probability have gained a prize. The two best ploughs on the ground were one of Ransome & May's, Y.R.C., and one of Howard's recently patented P.P. There was only one colonial plough in the field, and that was held by the winner of the second prize in the men's class. It was one of the common swing ploughs (the only one in the field) and was made by Mr. Eglington of Reynella. The work performed by it was remarkably good, but the prevail-ing feeling was decidedly in favor of the wheel ploughs, as being easier to both ploughman and team. During the day the following entire horses were dis-played upon the ground — Suffolk Punch, the property of Mr. Johnstone, Reedbeds ; Argyle, belonging to Mr. Smith; Turpin, belonging to Mr. Clark, and Prince, belonging to Mr. Spriggs. Argyle was much admired, as was also the favorite Suffolk Punch ; both horses were in excellent condition.
THE DINNER. At 5 o'clock about sixty persons sat down to dinner at the Emu Inn, where host Head had provided a repast which for profusion and luxury we have seldom seen equalled in any other district in the colony. Every pro-curable delicacy graced the board, and ample justice was done to the savoury viands on the part of the company, whose appetites were somewhat sharpened by their exposure to the bleak wind which prevailed during the day. The chair was filled by Mr. James Clark, Mr. Robert Smith filling the vice-chair. The Chairman was supported on his right by Messrs. Short and Barton, and on his left by Messrs. Brown and Hoskins. Mr. John Myles and Mr. Samuel Myles supported the Vice-Chairman. After the cloth had been removed, ...............................
Song — ' Think of your Head in the Morning' — Mr. Pierce. The VICE-CHAIRMAN then proposed the 'Army and Navy.' He was sure all would drink this toast with good will. It would be useless for him to descant on the bravery of the British Army and Navy ; he had only to refer to the recent events which had taken place in the Crimea and India. But Britons were celebrated for their bravery in almost every clime, and a striking proof of that bravery had been manifested in the rescue of the unfortunate sufferers from the wreck of the ill-fated Admella. It had been said that South Australians were backward in volunteering ; this might be so, but he was quite sure that if an enemy ever did make his appearance, he would receive a warm reception.
The CHAIRMAN then proceeded to distribute the prizes to the successful competitors as follows : --
Men's Class — 1st prize, £.5, Alexander Anderson ; 2nd do., £4, David Dunne ; 3rd do., £3, John Huish.
Boys' Class — 1st prize, £4, James Sampson ;2nd do., £3, William Rooke ; 3rd do., £2, George Goldsmith.
The Secretary here announced that the Judges had decided upon awarding two extra prizes to the Boys' Class, which were then presented as follows :— 4th prize, £1, Peter Anderson ; 5th do., 10s., James Brown. The recipient of the latter prize was a very small boy of 12 years, in appearance no match for some of the 'Sampsons ' who entered themselves as juveniles upon this occasion. He was complimented by the Chairman for his pluck in competing against them. Song — ' Quite Colonial,' Mr. Dungay. Mr. SHORT had a toast to propose, which he was sure would be enthusiastically received — that of 'The Agricultural and Pastoral Interests.' It was a toast which all ought to drink. He thought that the necessity of that interest to the colony had been sufficiently proved by the late tightness in the money market, which was entirely owing to the failure of the harvests. If they could have plenty of rain and a good harvest, the colony would soon be in a more prosperous state. Song, Mr. Foreman—' The beautiful sky." ......................
Mr. ANDREWS responded, and proposed ' The Health of the Secretary and Committee.' Mr. LLOYD, Secretary, returned thanks, and Mr. Clark, followed, proposing ' The Host and Hostess,' which was drunk with honors ; and Mr. HEAD having responded, the company broke up, expressing their complete satisfaction with the whole of the arrangements.
South Australian Weekly Chronicle (Adelaide, SA), Saturday 20 August 1859
ECHUNGA PLOUGHING MATCH.
On Thursday, August 18, the Echunga Ploughing Match took place. The ground selected for the purpose was a paddock belonging to Mr. Masters, one field's length from the beautiful gardens of Mr. Russell, and adjoining the paddock in which the match came off last year. The weather during the early portion of the day was threatening, and an occasional shower fell, but as the day wore on, the clouds dispersed, the sun shone out, and the green slopes of Euhunga, at all times beautiful, looked extremely picturesque. The rain, which had
fallen during the previous night, rendered the ground in good working order, and enabled the men to make very clean work. The Committee consisted of Messrs. Wm. Hogben, Thos. Morton, Henry Cook, Wm. Russell, Robt. Clarke, James Smith, Charles Masters, F. R. Hunt, George Sparks, Wm. Cooper, Henry Lewis, John Adamson, and Wm. Minchin, Hon. Secretary. The arrangements made by them for the conducting of the business of the day were excellent, and the proceedings went off in a most satisfactory manner. There were two classes of competitors, and two sets of prizes. No. 1 class took in men out of the district, and No. 2 class, men in the district. This excellent arrangement had the effect of bringing out a good number of the ploughmen in the district, who, although not afraid to compete with each other, would not enter against men who have taken prizes all over the colony, and who make ploughing at matches a profession. The entries amounted in the total to 24, and included ploughs from Mount Barker, Crafers, Langhorne'e Creek, and the Angas. The ploughing was certainly first-rate, and did credit to the men of the district, as well as those out of it, who competed in No. 1 class. The rule were read on the ground, and a fair start was made about half-past 9 o'clock. Each ploughman was allotted half an acre, and the time to finish was fired for 3 o'clock. All the competitors finished in. time, excepting Young Hamlyn, who certainly did his work well A great many of the leading farmers of the neighborhood, as well as from Mount Barker, Strathalbyn, and other localities were on the ground Several fine entire horses were exhibited during the day, some of which received honourable mention by the Judges, who were Messrs. Thomas Adamson, John Follett, and William Hall, for the first class ; and Messrs. John Waddell Frend Cleggett, and John Stark, jun., for the second class.
The entries were as follows :— Class No. 1. --
No. Owners. Teams. Ploughmen.
1. Thomas Yeates ... Horses. Thomas Yeates.
2. Thomas Donahue do. Thomas Donahue.
3. Thomas Hamlyn do. William Hamlyn.
4. Thomas Williams do. Thomas Williams.
5. Jno. Waddell, jun. do. Jno. Waddell, jun
6. Ditto do. James Waddell.
7. Alexander Stark ... do. Edward Stark.
8. Benjamin Wylie ... do. Robert Wylie.
9. William Hill ... do. Thomas Hill.
10. Walter Paterson do. J. Paterson.
BOYS.
1. Thomas Williams Horses. James Williams.
2. Thomas Yeates ... do. Edward Yeates.
3. Thomas Hamlyn do. A. Hamlyn.
Class No. 2. --
Men.
1. J. Callaby ... Bullocks. J. Callaby.
2. John Hayward ... Horses. James Smith.
3. Robt. Clarke ... Bullocks. James Clarke.
4. J. Lacy Horses. J. Lacy.
5. William. Hogben ...Bullocks. William Hogben.
6. William Cooper ... Horses. William Cooper.
7. John Rundle ... do. Abel James.
8. H. Simmonds ... do. H. Simmonds.
Boys.
1. Thomas Morton... Bullocks James Morton.
2. Samuel Cooper... Horses Thomas Cooper.
3. John Hayward ... Bullocks Walter Hayward.
Towards 5 o'clock the company dispersed, the Majority finding their way to the township to dine.
On the cloth being removed, the CHAIRMAN gave the usual loyal toasts, which were responded to in a most enthusiastic manner. He then gave The Governor- Chief, Sir Richard Graves MacDonnell, which was also received with great cheering. At this stage of the proceedings the Secretary read the following award of the prizes : — Class No. 1. — Men — James Waddell, No. 6, £6; John Waddell, jun., No. 5, £4; Wm. Hamlyn, No. 3, £2 Thomas Williams, No. 4, £1. Boys— A. Hamlyn, No. 3, £4 ; James Williams, No. 1, £3 ; E. Yeates, No. 2, £1. Class No. 2:— Men— Wm. Cooper, No. 6, £6; H. Simmonds. No. 8, £4 ; James Clarke, No. 3, £2 ; Wm. Hogben, No. 5, £1. Boys— Thos. Cooper, No. 2, £4 : James Morton, No. 1, pair harrows, value £4 ; Walter Hayward, No. 3, £1.
ECHUNGA PLOUGHING MATCH.
On Thursday, August 18, the Echunga Ploughing Match took place. The ground selected for the purpose was a paddock belonging to Mr. Masters, one field's length from the beautiful gardens of Mr. Russell, and adjoining the paddock in which the match came off last year. The weather during the early portion of the day was threatening, and an occasional shower fell, but as the day wore on, the clouds dispersed, the sun shone out, and the green slopes of Euhunga, at all times beautiful, looked extremely picturesque. The rain, which had
fallen during the previous night, rendered the ground in good working order, and enabled the men to make very clean work. The Committee consisted of Messrs. Wm. Hogben, Thos. Morton, Henry Cook, Wm. Russell, Robt. Clarke, James Smith, Charles Masters, F. R. Hunt, George Sparks, Wm. Cooper, Henry Lewis, John Adamson, and Wm. Minchin, Hon. Secretary. The arrangements made by them for the conducting of the business of the day were excellent, and the proceedings went off in a most satisfactory manner. There were two classes of competitors, and two sets of prizes. No. 1 class took in men out of the district, and No. 2 class, men in the district. This excellent arrangement had the effect of bringing out a good number of the ploughmen in the district, who, although not afraid to compete with each other, would not enter against men who have taken prizes all over the colony, and who make ploughing at matches a profession. The entries amounted in the total to 24, and included ploughs from Mount Barker, Crafers, Langhorne'e Creek, and the Angas. The ploughing was certainly first-rate, and did credit to the men of the district, as well as those out of it, who competed in No. 1 class. The rule were read on the ground, and a fair start was made about half-past 9 o'clock. Each ploughman was allotted half an acre, and the time to finish was fired for 3 o'clock. All the competitors finished in. time, excepting Young Hamlyn, who certainly did his work well A great many of the leading farmers of the neighborhood, as well as from Mount Barker, Strathalbyn, and other localities were on the ground Several fine entire horses were exhibited during the day, some of which received honourable mention by the Judges, who were Messrs. Thomas Adamson, John Follett, and William Hall, for the first class ; and Messrs. John Waddell Frend Cleggett, and John Stark, jun., for the second class.
The entries were as follows :— Class No. 1. --
No. Owners. Teams. Ploughmen.
1. Thomas Yeates ... Horses. Thomas Yeates.
2. Thomas Donahue do. Thomas Donahue.
3. Thomas Hamlyn do. William Hamlyn.
4. Thomas Williams do. Thomas Williams.
5. Jno. Waddell, jun. do. Jno. Waddell, jun
6. Ditto do. James Waddell.
7. Alexander Stark ... do. Edward Stark.
8. Benjamin Wylie ... do. Robert Wylie.
9. William Hill ... do. Thomas Hill.
10. Walter Paterson do. J. Paterson.
BOYS.
1. Thomas Williams Horses. James Williams.
2. Thomas Yeates ... do. Edward Yeates.
3. Thomas Hamlyn do. A. Hamlyn.
Class No. 2. --
Men.
1. J. Callaby ... Bullocks. J. Callaby.
2. John Hayward ... Horses. James Smith.
3. Robt. Clarke ... Bullocks. James Clarke.
4. J. Lacy Horses. J. Lacy.
5. William. Hogben ...Bullocks. William Hogben.
6. William Cooper ... Horses. William Cooper.
7. John Rundle ... do. Abel James.
8. H. Simmonds ... do. H. Simmonds.
Boys.
1. Thomas Morton... Bullocks James Morton.
2. Samuel Cooper... Horses Thomas Cooper.
3. John Hayward ... Bullocks Walter Hayward.
Towards 5 o'clock the company dispersed, the Majority finding their way to the township to dine.
On the cloth being removed, the CHAIRMAN gave the usual loyal toasts, which were responded to in a most enthusiastic manner. He then gave The Governor- Chief, Sir Richard Graves MacDonnell, which was also received with great cheering. At this stage of the proceedings the Secretary read the following award of the prizes : — Class No. 1. — Men — James Waddell, No. 6, £6; John Waddell, jun., No. 5, £4; Wm. Hamlyn, No. 3, £2 Thomas Williams, No. 4, £1. Boys— A. Hamlyn, No. 3, £4 ; James Williams, No. 1, £3 ; E. Yeates, No. 2, £1. Class No. 2:— Men— Wm. Cooper, No. 6, £6; H. Simmonds. No. 8, £4 ; James Clarke, No. 3, £2 ; Wm. Hogben, No. 5, £1. Boys— Thos. Cooper, No. 2, £4 : James Morton, No. 1, pair harrows, value £4 ; Walter Hayward, No. 3, £1.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), Saturday 20 August 1859
TRURO PLOUGHING MATCH.
Judges— Messrs. J. Stewart, S. Moody, and John Logan. This was the first ploughing match ever held near Truro, and came off on Wednesday, the 17th instant. with great eclat, the funds being ample and the interest excited being very great. It was held in Mr. Christal's section, about a mile on the Kapunda road. The soil was a sandy loam, in some parts mixed with a stiffish clay, and had never been disturbed before. Had there been more rain the ground would have been in better order for showing the finish of the work; but still it struck us as being very creditable for a first effort. The competition of twelve ploughs showed the interest taken tare in this truly South Australian work. The weather was fine, but cold; the clouds only threatening, but failing to fulfill their promise of rain. There was a good attendance of visitors, considering that the neighbourhood is solely agricultural, and that the once promising Wheal Barton Mine has ceased to attract that notice or draw together the population that was once anticipated. There were two entire horses on the ground— Mr. A. Shannon's Farmer, a handsome bay cart-horse, and Mr. Gunn's Clyde, a compact powerful black. The first prize, £4, for the best entire exhibited, was awarded to Farmer, and the second, £1, to Clyde. There were also prizes for the best horse team of £2, awarded to Mr. A. Shannon, and of £1 for the best bullock team, taken by Mr. W. Shannon. The rules, which were advertised in the Observer, were as follow:— ' Each man to plough 60 rods of ground in one whole and two half lands, with equal furrows in each half, independent of the mould-furrow, and a seed-bed to be left on each side of the mould-furrow. Depth, 6 inches, not more than 9 inches broad ; third furrow from the crown o measure. Any man er boy obtaining a prizs without assistance in striking out to receive an addition of 10s. Time, 5 hours. 'Ploughs to be on the ground at 9 o'clock ; start at 10. No person to enter a plough unless a subscriber of at least 10s. The following were the entries :—
Men's class.
No. Owner. Plowman.
9. W. Shannon, jun Owner.
11. Jas. Miller A. Caskey.
7. John Moody John Jackson.
6. James Snodgrass Jas. Snodgrass,jun.
8. W. Bayes Owner.
16. W. Bayes G. Bolton.
5. James Horrocks Robert Horrocks.
15. A. Shannon John Smith.
1. John Davey — Chapman.
The above were all horse teams, and the boys' were all bullock teams.
Boys' class.
17. J. Snodgrass Robert Snodgrass
18. W. Shannon John Shannon
19. Jas. Horrocks, Jas. Horrocks, jun.
TRURO PLOUGHING MATCH.
Judges— Messrs. J. Stewart, S. Moody, and John Logan. This was the first ploughing match ever held near Truro, and came off on Wednesday, the 17th instant. with great eclat, the funds being ample and the interest excited being very great. It was held in Mr. Christal's section, about a mile on the Kapunda road. The soil was a sandy loam, in some parts mixed with a stiffish clay, and had never been disturbed before. Had there been more rain the ground would have been in better order for showing the finish of the work; but still it struck us as being very creditable for a first effort. The competition of twelve ploughs showed the interest taken tare in this truly South Australian work. The weather was fine, but cold; the clouds only threatening, but failing to fulfill their promise of rain. There was a good attendance of visitors, considering that the neighbourhood is solely agricultural, and that the once promising Wheal Barton Mine has ceased to attract that notice or draw together the population that was once anticipated. There were two entire horses on the ground— Mr. A. Shannon's Farmer, a handsome bay cart-horse, and Mr. Gunn's Clyde, a compact powerful black. The first prize, £4, for the best entire exhibited, was awarded to Farmer, and the second, £1, to Clyde. There were also prizes for the best horse team of £2, awarded to Mr. A. Shannon, and of £1 for the best bullock team, taken by Mr. W. Shannon. The rules, which were advertised in the Observer, were as follow:— ' Each man to plough 60 rods of ground in one whole and two half lands, with equal furrows in each half, independent of the mould-furrow, and a seed-bed to be left on each side of the mould-furrow. Depth, 6 inches, not more than 9 inches broad ; third furrow from the crown o measure. Any man er boy obtaining a prizs without assistance in striking out to receive an addition of 10s. Time, 5 hours. 'Ploughs to be on the ground at 9 o'clock ; start at 10. No person to enter a plough unless a subscriber of at least 10s. The following were the entries :—
Men's class.
No. Owner. Plowman.
9. W. Shannon, jun Owner.
11. Jas. Miller A. Caskey.
7. John Moody John Jackson.
6. James Snodgrass Jas. Snodgrass,jun.
8. W. Bayes Owner.
16. W. Bayes G. Bolton.
5. James Horrocks Robert Horrocks.
15. A. Shannon John Smith.
1. John Davey — Chapman.
The above were all horse teams, and the boys' were all bullock teams.
Boys' class.
17. J. Snodgrass Robert Snodgrass
18. W. Shannon John Shannon
19. Jas. Horrocks, Jas. Horrocks, jun.
South Australian Weekly Chronicle, Saturday 10 September 1859
THE NORMANVILLE PLOUGHING MATCH.
THE NORMANVILLE PLOUGHING MATCH.
Adelaide Observer (SA), Saturday 10 September 1859
The Mount Pleasant ploughing match and Show of Livestock Thursday, September 1.
Judges.—Ploughing—.Messrs. Cobbledick, James Hooper, Melrose, Forrest, and Lindo. Horses—Messrs. J. D. Cave, Lindo, and James Hooper. Cattle and Sheep—Messrs. George Melrose, John Deaneson, and George Johnstone.
We do not know by whom that part of the country which gives rise to the River Torrens was named, but he most certainly had an eye for the picturesque. The landscape possesses all the sylvan beauty of an English nobleman's estate. The site selected for the ploughing match this year was on a section of laud in the cccupation of Mr Chapman. It is situate about a mile and a half eastward of the township, abutting on the road leading to the North Raine. The land pegged out for the ploughing was slightly undulating, and consisted of a virgin soil of alight loam inclining to sand. There were many sturdy gum-trees to obstruct operations, but, considering all the circumstances of the case, the field was probably the best that could have been chosen for the purpose within a radius of three or four miles. The weather was precisely what the agriculturist had long desired, but provokingly unpropitious for the holiday folk. Some smart showers fell during the previous evening, and during-the day the intervals of fine weather were the exception rather than the rule. The attendance was considerably greater than could have been expected under such circumstances. Amongst the gentlemen present during the day were Mr. A. Hay, M.P., the representative of the district, and several others who had travelled from considerable distances. The Mount Pleasant Band was in attendance. Its mellifluous strains, " by distance made more sweet," were also made more effective by the vigorous performances of an olive-complexioned gentleman who "beat the doubling drum with furious beat."
The prizes offered for competition amounted to no less than £69 10 including a plough value £13, made by Messrs. Forrest & Ross, and a pair of harrows value £3. The following are the rules with regard to the ploughing, and the conditions on which the stock was to be exhibited. Every ploughman to plough 60 rods of ground in one whole or two half lands, with equal furrows in each half, independently of the mould-furrow, and a seed-bed to be left on each side of the mould-furrow; the third furrow to be not less than five inches in depth, and not more than nine inches wide.
Time allowed, five hours and a half
All ploughs to be on the grouud at half-past 8 o'clock; and start at 9 o'clock.
Subscribers of 10s. 6d. allowed to enter one plongh free. Non-subscribers—Men, l0s. 6d.; boys, 5s.
No person allowed to go on the ground till after the decision of the Judges.
The stock to be on the ground at 12 o'clock, and not to be removed till half-past 3 o'clock.
Eutrance-fee for stock, 6s. for each class, unless a subscriber of that amount to the funds.
Ths Judges will have the power to withhold a prize, if they do ot cousider it merited. The decision of the Judges to be final. If the funds will allow, a prize of £1 will be given to the best team of bullocks, and 10s. for the second best team. A prize of £1 for the best pair of horses, aud 10s. for the second best pair on the field.
Notwithstanding the almost incessant fall of rain, there were no fewer than 31 ploughs on the field. We believe we are correct in stating that this is the largest number of competitors at any ploughing match in the colony
The entries were as follow. The numbers indicate the order in which the lots were drawn, Bullock-teams are distinguished thus.*
CHAMPIONS.
No. Owners. Ploughman.
7. Richard Hannah Owner.
8. J. D. Cave W. Chard.
9. James Hay Robert Hay,
10. T. Fulwood Owner. *
11. William Phillis Owner.*
MENS CLASS.
14. Bushell & Phillis William Smith.
15. John Bennett Edwin Harriett.
16. Duncan McCullum Hugh McCulIum.
17. William Kendell Owner.
18. John Thomson,sen David Thomson.
19. George Burton,sen George Burton, jun *
20. John Thomson Robert Brown.
21. Alexander McKenzie Owner.
22. Bushell and Phillis James Penn.
23. John Bennet,sen. John Bennet, jun
24. H. Dawson James Dawson.
25. H. Dawson Owner,
26. — Danbar William Tucker.
28. Archibald Hay Owner.
29. W Phillis Joseph Phillis.
30. John Thomson James Cock.*
31. John Murray Stephen Oday.*
BOYS' CLASS.
1. J. Thomson William Thomson.
2. Joseph Alford Matthew Alford.
3. D. McCullnm Alexander McCullum, *
4. A, Forrest Alexander Forrest.
5. — Dixon John Dixon.*
6. Philip Smallacombe John Fletcher.
12. A. Forrest John Forrest,*
13. W. Phillis John Phillis.
33. S. McBostie Percy Adey.*
There was some extremely good ploughing, but in a few instances the work was but second-rate. All the competitors except two completed their tasks within the given time. The Judges very carefully examined the ploughing. Their awards, with the value of the prizes as declared at the dinner, were as follows--
Champion prize, a plough value £12, made by Messrs. Forrest & Ross, No. 8, William Chard.
The Judges reported that they had great difficulty in deciding between No. 8 and No. 11 They recommended a prize to the latter if the funds would permit.
General ploughing, first prize, a pair of barrows, made by Messrs. Wallace, value £3, No. 20, Robert Brown
Second prize, £5, No. 18, David Thomson. Third prize, £4. No. 26, William Tucker. Fourth prize. £3. No. 28, Archiball Hay. Fifth prize, £2, No. 23. John Bennett, jun.
BOYS UNDER 17 YEARS- OF AGE,
First prize, £1. No. 3, Alexander McCullum. Second prize, £3, No. 1, William Thomson, Third prize, £2, No. 6, John Fletcher. Fourth prize, £1, No. 13, John Phillis.
The following additional prizes were also awarded by the Judges
Beat team of bullocks, £1, Mr.. John Thomson. Second best, 10s., No. 11, Mr. William Phillis.
Best pair of horses, £1, No. 14, Messrs, Bushell and Phillis. Second best 10s, No. 9, Mr. James Hay.
The entries of live stock, with the awards of the Judges, were as follow:--
Best draught horse, £2, No. 4, Mr. Dawson's Hero. Second best, £1, No. 1, Mr. Phillis's Pride of Australia. Other exhibitors—No. 2, Messrs. A. B. Murray & Co. (Wellington); No. 3, Messrs. Bushell & Phillis (Duke).
Best draught mare in. foal, or foal at foot, £2, No. 1, Mr. W. Phillis's Blossom (in foal),. Second best, £l, No. 4. Mr. James Hay (mare in foal). Other exhibitors.— No. 2, Mr. W. Phillis (Diamond, foal at foot) No. 3, Mr. W. Pellis (mare in foal, not exhibited); No. 6, Mr, Dicker (in foal).
Best two-year-old colt or filly, £2, No, 1, Mr. Philip Smallacombe (entire colt). Second best, £1, No.2, Mr. Dicker (filly). Other exhibitor—No. 3, Mr. H. Phillis (filly).
Best yearling foal, £1, No. 1, Mr. W. Phillis. Second best, 10s, No. 2, Mr. W. Phillis. Other exhibitor—No. 3, Mr. Dicker.
Best boll, £2, none worthy. Second best, £1, none worthy. Only exhibitor—Mr J.D. Cave (Conrad)
Best cow in calf or calf by her side, £3 No.6, Mr. Dixon (with calf). Second best, £l No. 5. Mr. J. D.Cave (with calf). Other exhibitors.—No. ? ( Mr. W. Phillis (with calf) No. 2, Mr. W. Phillis (in calf) No.3. Mr. W. Phillis (in calf); No. 4, Mr. J. D. Cave (in calf); No. 7, Mr. W, Kendall (with calf).
Best fat beast, £2 none worthy. Exhibitors—No. 1, Mr. J. D. Cave (cow); No.2 Mr J. Maitland (bullock).
Beat pen of five rams, £5 No. 1, Mr. John Murran . second best, £l, No. 2, Mr. John Murray. Other exhibitors—Nos. 3 and 4, Mr. John Murray; No. 5; Messrs Bushell & Phillis
Best pen of five ewes. £3, No. 1, Messrs. Bushell and Phillis. second best, £l. No. 2, Messrs. Bushell and Phillis. No other exhibitors.
Best pen of five fat wethers, £3, none worthy. Exhibitors— Bushell and Phillis.
The total number of live stock was 70. Had the weather been fine, it is probable that the number would have been much greater.
The Mount Pleasant ploughing match and Show of Livestock Thursday, September 1.
Judges.—Ploughing—.Messrs. Cobbledick, James Hooper, Melrose, Forrest, and Lindo. Horses—Messrs. J. D. Cave, Lindo, and James Hooper. Cattle and Sheep—Messrs. George Melrose, John Deaneson, and George Johnstone.
We do not know by whom that part of the country which gives rise to the River Torrens was named, but he most certainly had an eye for the picturesque. The landscape possesses all the sylvan beauty of an English nobleman's estate. The site selected for the ploughing match this year was on a section of laud in the cccupation of Mr Chapman. It is situate about a mile and a half eastward of the township, abutting on the road leading to the North Raine. The land pegged out for the ploughing was slightly undulating, and consisted of a virgin soil of alight loam inclining to sand. There were many sturdy gum-trees to obstruct operations, but, considering all the circumstances of the case, the field was probably the best that could have been chosen for the purpose within a radius of three or four miles. The weather was precisely what the agriculturist had long desired, but provokingly unpropitious for the holiday folk. Some smart showers fell during the previous evening, and during-the day the intervals of fine weather were the exception rather than the rule. The attendance was considerably greater than could have been expected under such circumstances. Amongst the gentlemen present during the day were Mr. A. Hay, M.P., the representative of the district, and several others who had travelled from considerable distances. The Mount Pleasant Band was in attendance. Its mellifluous strains, " by distance made more sweet," were also made more effective by the vigorous performances of an olive-complexioned gentleman who "beat the doubling drum with furious beat."
The prizes offered for competition amounted to no less than £69 10 including a plough value £13, made by Messrs. Forrest & Ross, and a pair of harrows value £3. The following are the rules with regard to the ploughing, and the conditions on which the stock was to be exhibited. Every ploughman to plough 60 rods of ground in one whole or two half lands, with equal furrows in each half, independently of the mould-furrow, and a seed-bed to be left on each side of the mould-furrow; the third furrow to be not less than five inches in depth, and not more than nine inches wide.
Time allowed, five hours and a half
All ploughs to be on the grouud at half-past 8 o'clock; and start at 9 o'clock.
Subscribers of 10s. 6d. allowed to enter one plongh free. Non-subscribers—Men, l0s. 6d.; boys, 5s.
No person allowed to go on the ground till after the decision of the Judges.
The stock to be on the ground at 12 o'clock, and not to be removed till half-past 3 o'clock.
Eutrance-fee for stock, 6s. for each class, unless a subscriber of that amount to the funds.
Ths Judges will have the power to withhold a prize, if they do ot cousider it merited. The decision of the Judges to be final. If the funds will allow, a prize of £1 will be given to the best team of bullocks, and 10s. for the second best team. A prize of £1 for the best pair of horses, aud 10s. for the second best pair on the field.
Notwithstanding the almost incessant fall of rain, there were no fewer than 31 ploughs on the field. We believe we are correct in stating that this is the largest number of competitors at any ploughing match in the colony
The entries were as follow. The numbers indicate the order in which the lots were drawn, Bullock-teams are distinguished thus.*
CHAMPIONS.
No. Owners. Ploughman.
7. Richard Hannah Owner.
8. J. D. Cave W. Chard.
9. James Hay Robert Hay,
10. T. Fulwood Owner. *
11. William Phillis Owner.*
MENS CLASS.
14. Bushell & Phillis William Smith.
15. John Bennett Edwin Harriett.
16. Duncan McCullum Hugh McCulIum.
17. William Kendell Owner.
18. John Thomson,sen David Thomson.
19. George Burton,sen George Burton, jun *
20. John Thomson Robert Brown.
21. Alexander McKenzie Owner.
22. Bushell and Phillis James Penn.
23. John Bennet,sen. John Bennet, jun
24. H. Dawson James Dawson.
25. H. Dawson Owner,
26. — Danbar William Tucker.
28. Archibald Hay Owner.
29. W Phillis Joseph Phillis.
30. John Thomson James Cock.*
31. John Murray Stephen Oday.*
BOYS' CLASS.
1. J. Thomson William Thomson.
2. Joseph Alford Matthew Alford.
3. D. McCullnm Alexander McCullum, *
4. A, Forrest Alexander Forrest.
5. — Dixon John Dixon.*
6. Philip Smallacombe John Fletcher.
12. A. Forrest John Forrest,*
13. W. Phillis John Phillis.
33. S. McBostie Percy Adey.*
There was some extremely good ploughing, but in a few instances the work was but second-rate. All the competitors except two completed their tasks within the given time. The Judges very carefully examined the ploughing. Their awards, with the value of the prizes as declared at the dinner, were as follows--
Champion prize, a plough value £12, made by Messrs. Forrest & Ross, No. 8, William Chard.
The Judges reported that they had great difficulty in deciding between No. 8 and No. 11 They recommended a prize to the latter if the funds would permit.
General ploughing, first prize, a pair of barrows, made by Messrs. Wallace, value £3, No. 20, Robert Brown
Second prize, £5, No. 18, David Thomson. Third prize, £4. No. 26, William Tucker. Fourth prize. £3. No. 28, Archiball Hay. Fifth prize, £2, No. 23. John Bennett, jun.
BOYS UNDER 17 YEARS- OF AGE,
First prize, £1. No. 3, Alexander McCullum. Second prize, £3, No. 1, William Thomson, Third prize, £2, No. 6, John Fletcher. Fourth prize, £1, No. 13, John Phillis.
The following additional prizes were also awarded by the Judges
Beat team of bullocks, £1, Mr.. John Thomson. Second best, 10s., No. 11, Mr. William Phillis.
Best pair of horses, £1, No. 14, Messrs, Bushell and Phillis. Second best 10s, No. 9, Mr. James Hay.
The entries of live stock, with the awards of the Judges, were as follow:--
Best draught horse, £2, No. 4, Mr. Dawson's Hero. Second best, £1, No. 1, Mr. Phillis's Pride of Australia. Other exhibitors—No. 2, Messrs. A. B. Murray & Co. (Wellington); No. 3, Messrs. Bushell & Phillis (Duke).
Best draught mare in. foal, or foal at foot, £2, No. 1, Mr. W. Phillis's Blossom (in foal),. Second best, £l, No. 4. Mr. James Hay (mare in foal). Other exhibitors.— No. 2, Mr. W. Phillis (Diamond, foal at foot) No. 3, Mr. W. Pellis (mare in foal, not exhibited); No. 6, Mr, Dicker (in foal).
Best two-year-old colt or filly, £2, No, 1, Mr. Philip Smallacombe (entire colt). Second best, £1, No.2, Mr. Dicker (filly). Other exhibitor—No. 3, Mr. H. Phillis (filly).
Best yearling foal, £1, No. 1, Mr. W. Phillis. Second best, 10s, No. 2, Mr. W. Phillis. Other exhibitor—No. 3, Mr. Dicker.
Best boll, £2, none worthy. Second best, £1, none worthy. Only exhibitor—Mr J.D. Cave (Conrad)
Best cow in calf or calf by her side, £3 No.6, Mr. Dixon (with calf). Second best, £l No. 5. Mr. J. D.Cave (with calf). Other exhibitors.—No. ? ( Mr. W. Phillis (with calf) No. 2, Mr. W. Phillis (in calf) No.3. Mr. W. Phillis (in calf); No. 4, Mr. J. D. Cave (in calf); No. 7, Mr. W, Kendall (with calf).
Best fat beast, £2 none worthy. Exhibitors—No. 1, Mr. J. D. Cave (cow); No.2 Mr J. Maitland (bullock).
Beat pen of five rams, £5 No. 1, Mr. John Murran . second best, £l, No. 2, Mr. John Murray. Other exhibitors—Nos. 3 and 4, Mr. John Murray; No. 5; Messrs Bushell & Phillis
Best pen of five ewes. £3, No. 1, Messrs. Bushell and Phillis. second best, £l. No. 2, Messrs. Bushell and Phillis. No other exhibitors.
Best pen of five fat wethers, £3, none worthy. Exhibitors— Bushell and Phillis.
The total number of live stock was 70. Had the weather been fine, it is probable that the number would have been much greater.
South Australian Register Saturday 10 September 1859
Sheoak Log Ploughing Match |
South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA), Saturday 8 October 1859
THE WOODSIDE PLOUGHING- MATCH.
The annual ploughing match at Woodside was held on Wednesday, 5th instant, and created no little stir in the district. It was thought that there- would be but few competitors, but there were considerably more than on any previous occasion, nineteen candidates for honorable distinction presenting themselves. The weather was most propitious, and the spot selected for the contest was one of the most beautiful in the district, being a section belonging to Mr. J. Burles, nearly opposite the Woodside Steam-Mills, and bounded by the Onkaparinga river. If any fault could be found with the land, it was that the rather steep slope towards the river prevented the whole of the work from being seen at a glance ; and it may also be remarked that the land was not altogether destitute of stumps and roots ; and, moreover, there was considerable difference in the quality of the soil, which was extremely light and sandy in some portions, and stiff in others. It would have been difficult, however, to select a spot better suited ; and as the choice of ground was determined by lot, there was no
room for complaint on the part of the competitors, nor was there throughout the day the shadow of an angry word. Mr. Burles, a capital specimen of an Essex farmer, kept open house on the occasion, and the members of his numerous and amiable family were engaged in conveying refreshments to the competitors and others who visited the scene. Nothing could have passed off better; those who were successful wore their honours meekly, and those who were vanquished bore their defeat with the utmost good temper. The parties were of three classes;-The Champions; for general ploughing, and for boys. The Champion prize was 5/., but as will be seen upon reference to that portion of the report relating to the distribution of prizes, the Judges recommended a second prize, and the funds being in a flourishing state, the recommendation was cheerfully adopted. For general ploughing, the prizes were 5L., 4L, 3L, 2L., and 1L. respectively; and for the boys, 4L, 3L., 2L, 1L., and 1L respectively. The entries were as follows :
CHAMPION PRIZE.
Owner. Ploughmen. Team.
J. D. Cave ... Wm. Chard ... Horses.
Robert Ray ... Owner . Horses.
James Waddell Owner ... ... Horses.
T. Williams ... Owner . Horses.
J. Thomson ... Robert Brown ... Horses.
GENERAL PLOUGHING.
Joseph Rundle A. James . Horses.
J. Thomson ... A. Hay . Bullocks.
R. Rundle ... James Williams ..Horses.
D. Mccallum... Hugh Mccallum ..Horses.
J. Thomson ... David Thomson .Horses.
J. G. Dunbar... William Tucker ...Horses.
Richard Perkins Robert Perkins ...Horses.
Richard Perkins William Farley ... Horses.
BOYS' CLASS.
D. Mccallum... A. McCallum ... Bullocks.
John Bodie ... M. Bodie . Bullocks.
James Tonkin John Fletcher ... Horses
Wm. Higgins... John Higgins ... Bullocks.
Joseph Alford M Alford. Horses.
P. Hillam ... W. Thomson ... Horses.
The usual rules were adhered to, and the space allotted to each was half an acre
The Judges were Messrs. Ferguson, Donohue, and Dawson, and it is due to these gentlemen to state that they made a most careful and lengthened examination of the work, and that their decision gave general satisfaction. The ploughing was pronounced excellent There was a capital show of entire horses upon the ground. Amongst the animals specially deserving notice were Mr. Richard Randle's 'Birdcatcher, a splendid horse for light stock ; Mr. James Johnson's Conundrum, an enormous animal, though not yet two years old, Mr. James Hillam's Lofry Mountain, called by some colonial bred, though his sire was never out of England ; Mr. Cousins's Sportsman, and Mr. Hunt's Cannon. In the evening a splendid entertainment was provided at Mr. Ferk's, the Woodside Inn, at which about 60 gentlemen sat down, amongst them being some of the most respectable and influential in the district. A better entertainment we never saw or would wish to see, and the guests were by no means backward in expressing their unqualified approval of it by acts as well as words. The chair was taken by Mr. .T. C. F. Lauterbach, Chairman of the District Council, and the vice-chair by Mr. R. Perkins. The cloth having been re-
moved,
The CHAIRMAN proposed "The Health of our beloved Queen," remarking that he was sure every one must feA quite comfortable under the reign of Her Majesty, who treated her subjects like a large family.
Drunk with all the honors....................................
Mr. HUNTER (the Secretary) read the report; the judges awarded the champíon prize to William Chard, and recommended James Waddell for a second prize if the funds would permit. The first prize was 5L, and the funds being in a flourishing state. 3L was awarded to Waddell, a very young man ; and the Chairman in presenting it to him, remarked that it was not his fault he did not obtain the first prize, but probably he would beat Chard on the next occasion. "I'll meet him again," good humouredly remarked Waddell, confident of success on some future occasion.
For the general ploughing the prizes were awarded as follows :
First prize, 5L, William Tucker.
Second prize, 4L, Archibald Hay.
Third prize, 3L, Hugh McCallum. ,
The CHAIRMAN remarked that this young man deserved great credit, and no doubt in two years' time would obtain a first-class prize.
Fourth prize 2L, A. James.
Fifth prize, 1L, David Thompson.
For the boys' ploughing the prize» were awarded as follows:
First prize.4L, M. Bodie.
Second prize, 3L John Fletcher. Third prize. 2L, W. Thomson.
Fourth prize, 1L A M'Callum. Fifth prize, 1L, John Higgins.
The CHAIRMAN announced that a letter had been received from Mr. Mellor, intimating his intention of presenting a pair of harrows at every ploughing match held in the district. A vote ol' thanks was given to Mr. Mellor for his liberal promise. Comic song-Mr. Townsend. Song, "Will Watch"-Mr Chard.
Mr. BUNDY proposed "The Successful Competitors," remarking that it did not appear to be the fashion of the evening to make long speeches, and being unwell he did not feel disposed to depart from that fashion. The toast fortunately did not call for many words. He did not profess to be much of a judge of matters connected with agricultural operations, but he had seen a good deal of ploughiug in England and in the colony, and never had he seen any which looked better to the eye than that which he had seen that day. Above all he was happy to say he had not heard a cross word throughout the day, and he thought it must he admitted that the whole affair had been extremely successful. It afforded him great pleasure to propose the toast, and he would remind those who had been unsuccessful, that at the next match they would probably come off victorious. (Drunk most cordially.).....................................Song. " I'm a Beadle," Mr. Page.
Song by Mr. Townsend.
Mr. Wm MORPHETT proposed "The Ladles of South Australia." 'The Chairman," "The Vice-Chairman," "The. Committee," and "The Host and Hostess," were also proposed ; and after spending an exceedingly happy evening, tile party adjourned to the ballroom, where dancing was Kept up till old Sol warned the company that the "wee hours" had arrived
THE WOODSIDE PLOUGHING- MATCH.
The annual ploughing match at Woodside was held on Wednesday, 5th instant, and created no little stir in the district. It was thought that there- would be but few competitors, but there were considerably more than on any previous occasion, nineteen candidates for honorable distinction presenting themselves. The weather was most propitious, and the spot selected for the contest was one of the most beautiful in the district, being a section belonging to Mr. J. Burles, nearly opposite the Woodside Steam-Mills, and bounded by the Onkaparinga river. If any fault could be found with the land, it was that the rather steep slope towards the river prevented the whole of the work from being seen at a glance ; and it may also be remarked that the land was not altogether destitute of stumps and roots ; and, moreover, there was considerable difference in the quality of the soil, which was extremely light and sandy in some portions, and stiff in others. It would have been difficult, however, to select a spot better suited ; and as the choice of ground was determined by lot, there was no
room for complaint on the part of the competitors, nor was there throughout the day the shadow of an angry word. Mr. Burles, a capital specimen of an Essex farmer, kept open house on the occasion, and the members of his numerous and amiable family were engaged in conveying refreshments to the competitors and others who visited the scene. Nothing could have passed off better; those who were successful wore their honours meekly, and those who were vanquished bore their defeat with the utmost good temper. The parties were of three classes;-The Champions; for general ploughing, and for boys. The Champion prize was 5/., but as will be seen upon reference to that portion of the report relating to the distribution of prizes, the Judges recommended a second prize, and the funds being in a flourishing state, the recommendation was cheerfully adopted. For general ploughing, the prizes were 5L., 4L, 3L, 2L., and 1L. respectively; and for the boys, 4L, 3L., 2L, 1L., and 1L respectively. The entries were as follows :
CHAMPION PRIZE.
Owner. Ploughmen. Team.
J. D. Cave ... Wm. Chard ... Horses.
Robert Ray ... Owner . Horses.
James Waddell Owner ... ... Horses.
T. Williams ... Owner . Horses.
J. Thomson ... Robert Brown ... Horses.
GENERAL PLOUGHING.
Joseph Rundle A. James . Horses.
J. Thomson ... A. Hay . Bullocks.
R. Rundle ... James Williams ..Horses.
D. Mccallum... Hugh Mccallum ..Horses.
J. Thomson ... David Thomson .Horses.
J. G. Dunbar... William Tucker ...Horses.
Richard Perkins Robert Perkins ...Horses.
Richard Perkins William Farley ... Horses.
BOYS' CLASS.
D. Mccallum... A. McCallum ... Bullocks.
John Bodie ... M. Bodie . Bullocks.
James Tonkin John Fletcher ... Horses
Wm. Higgins... John Higgins ... Bullocks.
Joseph Alford M Alford. Horses.
P. Hillam ... W. Thomson ... Horses.
The usual rules were adhered to, and the space allotted to each was half an acre
The Judges were Messrs. Ferguson, Donohue, and Dawson, and it is due to these gentlemen to state that they made a most careful and lengthened examination of the work, and that their decision gave general satisfaction. The ploughing was pronounced excellent There was a capital show of entire horses upon the ground. Amongst the animals specially deserving notice were Mr. Richard Randle's 'Birdcatcher, a splendid horse for light stock ; Mr. James Johnson's Conundrum, an enormous animal, though not yet two years old, Mr. James Hillam's Lofry Mountain, called by some colonial bred, though his sire was never out of England ; Mr. Cousins's Sportsman, and Mr. Hunt's Cannon. In the evening a splendid entertainment was provided at Mr. Ferk's, the Woodside Inn, at which about 60 gentlemen sat down, amongst them being some of the most respectable and influential in the district. A better entertainment we never saw or would wish to see, and the guests were by no means backward in expressing their unqualified approval of it by acts as well as words. The chair was taken by Mr. .T. C. F. Lauterbach, Chairman of the District Council, and the vice-chair by Mr. R. Perkins. The cloth having been re-
moved,
The CHAIRMAN proposed "The Health of our beloved Queen," remarking that he was sure every one must feA quite comfortable under the reign of Her Majesty, who treated her subjects like a large family.
Drunk with all the honors....................................
Mr. HUNTER (the Secretary) read the report; the judges awarded the champíon prize to William Chard, and recommended James Waddell for a second prize if the funds would permit. The first prize was 5L, and the funds being in a flourishing state. 3L was awarded to Waddell, a very young man ; and the Chairman in presenting it to him, remarked that it was not his fault he did not obtain the first prize, but probably he would beat Chard on the next occasion. "I'll meet him again," good humouredly remarked Waddell, confident of success on some future occasion.
For the general ploughing the prizes were awarded as follows :
First prize, 5L, William Tucker.
Second prize, 4L, Archibald Hay.
Third prize, 3L, Hugh McCallum. ,
The CHAIRMAN remarked that this young man deserved great credit, and no doubt in two years' time would obtain a first-class prize.
Fourth prize 2L, A. James.
Fifth prize, 1L, David Thompson.
For the boys' ploughing the prize» were awarded as follows:
First prize.4L, M. Bodie.
Second prize, 3L John Fletcher. Third prize. 2L, W. Thomson.
Fourth prize, 1L A M'Callum. Fifth prize, 1L, John Higgins.
The CHAIRMAN announced that a letter had been received from Mr. Mellor, intimating his intention of presenting a pair of harrows at every ploughing match held in the district. A vote ol' thanks was given to Mr. Mellor for his liberal promise. Comic song-Mr. Townsend. Song, "Will Watch"-Mr Chard.
Mr. BUNDY proposed "The Successful Competitors," remarking that it did not appear to be the fashion of the evening to make long speeches, and being unwell he did not feel disposed to depart from that fashion. The toast fortunately did not call for many words. He did not profess to be much of a judge of matters connected with agricultural operations, but he had seen a good deal of ploughiug in England and in the colony, and never had he seen any which looked better to the eye than that which he had seen that day. Above all he was happy to say he had not heard a cross word throughout the day, and he thought it must he admitted that the whole affair had been extremely successful. It afforded him great pleasure to propose the toast, and he would remind those who had been unsuccessful, that at the next match they would probably come off victorious. (Drunk most cordially.).....................................Song. " I'm a Beadle," Mr. Page.
Song by Mr. Townsend.
Mr. Wm MORPHETT proposed "The Ladles of South Australia." 'The Chairman," "The Vice-Chairman," "The. Committee," and "The Host and Hostess," were also proposed ; and after spending an exceedingly happy evening, tile party adjourned to the ballroom, where dancing was Kept up till old Sol warned the company that the "wee hours" had arrived