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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."
Independent (Launceston, Tas.), Saturday 29 December 1832
Independent (Launceston, Tas.), Saturday 29 December 1832
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BUNBURY VINEYARD SOC. THE VASSE WOODBRIDGE YORK PICTON AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY GUILDFORD 1855 (jpeg)
TOOYAY 1858
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8 June 1833 AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY GUILDFORD Perth Gazette and Western Australian Journal (WA)
11 Jan 1834 AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY PLAN FOR SHOW Perth Gazette and Western Australian Journal (WA), Saturday 8 Nov 1834
FIRST CATTLE SHOW MEETING & DINNER Perth Gazette and Western Australian Journal (WA)
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Perth Gazette and Western Australian Journal (WA) 1835
FAIR AT GUILDFORD Perth Gazette and Western Australian Journal (WA), Sat
8 October 1836 PLOUGHING MATCH AT GUILDFORD Perth Gazette and Western Australian Journal (WA), Saturday 7 October 1837
AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY GUILDFORD |
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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
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Perth Gazette and Western Australian Journal (WA), Sat 15 August 1840
YORK AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY Inquirer (Perth, WA), Wednesday 9 Sept 1840
MEETING AND PLOUGHING MATCH GUILDFORD Perth Gazette and Western Australian Journal (WA), Saturday 18 Sept 1841
PLOUGHING MATCH RESULTS |
Inquirer (WA), 22 Sep 1841
PLOUGHING MATCH Southern Australian Tue 1 Feb 1842
PLOUGHING MATCH Perth Gazette & W.A. Journal 10 Sept 1842
PLOUGHING WOODBRIDGE Perth Gazette
1 April 1843 GRAPES Inquirer (WA), 12 July 1843
VINEYARD SOC. |
Perth Gaz. & W.A. Journal 30 Sep 1843
CATTLE SHOW AND FAIR Inquirer (WA), 4 Oct 1843
PLOUGHING MATCH Inquirer (WA), 25 Oct 1843
AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY YORK Inquirer (WA), 30 Oct 1844
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1850
Perth Gazette and Independent Journal of Politics and News (WA), Friday 16 August 1850
BUNBURY PLOUGHING MATCH.
Our correspondent at Bunbury informs us that the Annual Ploughing Match came off on Friday the 2nd inst. The day seems to have been ushered in with the necessary accompaniments of such an occasion, fine weather and happy faces. Indeed the gaiety of the scene, and number of the company were particularly striking, and reflect great credit on all parties connected with the undertaking. The Stewards of the match were - George Eliot and Denzil Onslow, Esqs. Judges - Messrs Bell and Roberts.
The following were the competitors :
R. Fowler. Dardanup. 4 Bullocks
J. Hoff . Collie River ... 2 ditto
W. King. Minninup. 2 Horses
J. Crampton ...Wedderburn ... 4 Bullocks
J.Ramsey ... Leschenault ... 4 ditto
John Scott ... Capel River ... 2 Horses
R. Scott . Koombana Farm ...4 Bullocks
T. Marriott ... Brunswick River 4 ditto
S. Reynolds ...Koombana Farm 2 Horses
Of the above Mr J. Hoff of the Collie River, 2 Bullocks, carried off the first prize ; Mr W. King of Minninup,
2 Horses, the second; and Mr J. Ramsy of Leschenault, 4 Bullocks, the third.
At the conclusion of the match all parties concerned in it repaired to the Bunbury Hotel, and partook of the worthy host's excellent fare, which was served in a highly satisfactory and creditable manner. Harmony and good fellowship characterised the proceedings of the meeting and subsequent entertainment, which seem to have gratified both beholders and participators. The several prizes were awarded after dinner as detailed above. We could wish to see such meetings more general in the colony.
BUNBURY PLOUGHING MATCH.
Our correspondent at Bunbury informs us that the Annual Ploughing Match came off on Friday the 2nd inst. The day seems to have been ushered in with the necessary accompaniments of such an occasion, fine weather and happy faces. Indeed the gaiety of the scene, and number of the company were particularly striking, and reflect great credit on all parties connected with the undertaking. The Stewards of the match were - George Eliot and Denzil Onslow, Esqs. Judges - Messrs Bell and Roberts.
The following were the competitors :
R. Fowler. Dardanup. 4 Bullocks
J. Hoff . Collie River ... 2 ditto
W. King. Minninup. 2 Horses
J. Crampton ...Wedderburn ... 4 Bullocks
J.Ramsey ... Leschenault ... 4 ditto
John Scott ... Capel River ... 2 Horses
R. Scott . Koombana Farm ...4 Bullocks
T. Marriott ... Brunswick River 4 ditto
S. Reynolds ...Koombana Farm 2 Horses
Of the above Mr J. Hoff of the Collie River, 2 Bullocks, carried off the first prize ; Mr W. King of Minninup,
2 Horses, the second; and Mr J. Ramsy of Leschenault, 4 Bullocks, the third.
At the conclusion of the match all parties concerned in it repaired to the Bunbury Hotel, and partook of the worthy host's excellent fare, which was served in a highly satisfactory and creditable manner. Harmony and good fellowship characterised the proceedings of the meeting and subsequent entertainment, which seem to have gratified both beholders and participators. The several prizes were awarded after dinner as detailed above. We could wish to see such meetings more general in the colony.
Perth Gazette and Independent Journal of Politics and News (WA), Friday 23 August 1850
The Annual Ploughing Match of the Wellington District came off this day within the large enclosure of the Koombana Farm, in the occupation of Mr John Scott, who had cleared a piece of ground of about six acres for this purpose. The day was fine, and a more numerous assemblage of persons were present than we ever witnessed on any former occasion. There were seven bullock team ploughs and two horse-team ploughs entered for the match, and all the arrangements were made with great judgement and precision by the Stewards, George Eliot and Denzil Onslow, Esqrs. About 12 o'clock the ploughs were started and an unusual degree of interest was excited from the spirit of emulation which had been aroused in the district amongst all men skilled in the art of ploughing. The following ploughmen with their drivers were the competitors for the prizes, which this year were not so great as on former occasions but still were not contemptible, viz. £4, £3, and
£1 10s.
W. Fowler, and Wallis driving, 4 Bullocks.
J. Hough with his youthful son 2 ditto
John Crompton with A Gardner 4 ditto
W. Ramsay with Hayes, 4 ditto
J. Scott, with J. Thompson 4 ditto
Robert Scott; with E. Gardener 5 ditto
William King 2 Horses. J. Reynolds 2 ditto
The ploughing of the whole of the competitors was of a superior description, and afforded evidence of the vast improvement in this branch of agricultural skill which has taken place in the last twelve months, To an unpractised eye there appeared little difference between the parties, the work of the Whole was done so well, but those who were good judges at once gave it as their opinion that old Mr Hough with his single pair of bullocks, driven by his little boy, must win the highest prize That W. Ramsay would gain the second, and either William King or Jack Scott, the third. However the persons appointed to determine the merits of the competitors, viz. Messrs Roberts and Bell, after a most careful examination of the land ploughed, awarded the
1st Prize to James Hough 2 bullock-team, 2nd ditto to W. King 2 horse-team, 3rd ditto to W. Ramsay 4 bullock-team
After the match was over, the principal part of the company partook of an excellent dinner of old English fare, at the Bunbury Hotel, provided for the occasion by Mr John Morgan. Mr. Eliot and Mr Onslow as stewards presided, and many loyal and appropriate toasts were drank and speeches made, and the party consisting of 36, separated about 11 o'clock highly delighted with the day's sport and the evening's entertainment.
It would be unfair to close this brief account of the proceedings of this day without bearing testimony to the beneficial effects produced by the establishment of this annual ploughing match. Instead of mere scratching in the wheat as they were too apt to do, all the settlers now vie with each other who should plough their land best, and the consequence has been that an improved system is altogether introduced amongst them. The whole of the ploughing on this occasion was really most excellent, and it is not too much to say, that there is no other district in the colony which could furnish such a noble set of Ploughmen, as that of Wellington. The principal prize for the next year is to be a first rate English Iron Plough, which Mr Pearce Clifton undertook to import.
The Annual Ploughing Match of the Wellington District came off this day within the large enclosure of the Koombana Farm, in the occupation of Mr John Scott, who had cleared a piece of ground of about six acres for this purpose. The day was fine, and a more numerous assemblage of persons were present than we ever witnessed on any former occasion. There were seven bullock team ploughs and two horse-team ploughs entered for the match, and all the arrangements were made with great judgement and precision by the Stewards, George Eliot and Denzil Onslow, Esqrs. About 12 o'clock the ploughs were started and an unusual degree of interest was excited from the spirit of emulation which had been aroused in the district amongst all men skilled in the art of ploughing. The following ploughmen with their drivers were the competitors for the prizes, which this year were not so great as on former occasions but still were not contemptible, viz. £4, £3, and
£1 10s.
W. Fowler, and Wallis driving, 4 Bullocks.
J. Hough with his youthful son 2 ditto
John Crompton with A Gardner 4 ditto
W. Ramsay with Hayes, 4 ditto
J. Scott, with J. Thompson 4 ditto
Robert Scott; with E. Gardener 5 ditto
William King 2 Horses. J. Reynolds 2 ditto
The ploughing of the whole of the competitors was of a superior description, and afforded evidence of the vast improvement in this branch of agricultural skill which has taken place in the last twelve months, To an unpractised eye there appeared little difference between the parties, the work of the Whole was done so well, but those who were good judges at once gave it as their opinion that old Mr Hough with his single pair of bullocks, driven by his little boy, must win the highest prize That W. Ramsay would gain the second, and either William King or Jack Scott, the third. However the persons appointed to determine the merits of the competitors, viz. Messrs Roberts and Bell, after a most careful examination of the land ploughed, awarded the
1st Prize to James Hough 2 bullock-team, 2nd ditto to W. King 2 horse-team, 3rd ditto to W. Ramsay 4 bullock-team
After the match was over, the principal part of the company partook of an excellent dinner of old English fare, at the Bunbury Hotel, provided for the occasion by Mr John Morgan. Mr. Eliot and Mr Onslow as stewards presided, and many loyal and appropriate toasts were drank and speeches made, and the party consisting of 36, separated about 11 o'clock highly delighted with the day's sport and the evening's entertainment.
It would be unfair to close this brief account of the proceedings of this day without bearing testimony to the beneficial effects produced by the establishment of this annual ploughing match. Instead of mere scratching in the wheat as they were too apt to do, all the settlers now vie with each other who should plough their land best, and the consequence has been that an improved system is altogether introduced amongst them. The whole of the ploughing on this occasion was really most excellent, and it is not too much to say, that there is no other district in the colony which could furnish such a noble set of Ploughmen, as that of Wellington. The principal prize for the next year is to be a first rate English Iron Plough, which Mr Pearce Clifton undertook to import.
1851
Inquirer (Perth, WA), Wednesday 8 October 1851
YORK AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY
YORK AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY
Government Land Sales & New Laws for Occupation of Crown Land, took the focus away from ploughing matches in 1851
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1852
Inquirer (Perth, WA), Wednesday 21 January 1852
YORK AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY & SPORT DAY
YORK AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY & SPORT DAY
1853
Perth Gazette and Independent Journal of Politics and News (WA), Friday 23 September 1853
FIFTY THOUSAND ACRES READY TO BE PLOUGHED
Between Beverley and Northam there are fifty thousand acres of land fit for the plough in the hands of private individuals, used as, what in England would be called, " sheep walk." This land properly cultivated, would feed more mouths than we are likely to receive into the colony for many years to come. That it is not cultivated is not the fault of the Duke of Newcastle, but arises partly from an aristocratic feeling peculiar to Englishmen, partly from fear to deviate from a well beaten track, and partly from the poverty of our landlords, which prevents them from running the risk of any temporary loss that might accrue during a state of transition from "sheep walk," to cultivated corn farms. These large grants of the best land in the hands of private individuals, form an impassable barrier to the would-be corn growing population, and so long as this state of things continues (in spite of all His Excellency can do to encourage the sale of small blocks of land), Western Australia must import flour from Adelaide, Port Phillip, and other places.
Yours,
CORN v. BUSH.
FIFTY THOUSAND ACRES READY TO BE PLOUGHED
Between Beverley and Northam there are fifty thousand acres of land fit for the plough in the hands of private individuals, used as, what in England would be called, " sheep walk." This land properly cultivated, would feed more mouths than we are likely to receive into the colony for many years to come. That it is not cultivated is not the fault of the Duke of Newcastle, but arises partly from an aristocratic feeling peculiar to Englishmen, partly from fear to deviate from a well beaten track, and partly from the poverty of our landlords, which prevents them from running the risk of any temporary loss that might accrue during a state of transition from "sheep walk," to cultivated corn farms. These large grants of the best land in the hands of private individuals, form an impassable barrier to the would-be corn growing population, and so long as this state of things continues (in spite of all His Excellency can do to encourage the sale of small blocks of land), Western Australia must import flour from Adelaide, Port Phillip, and other places.
Yours,
CORN v. BUSH.
Perth Gazette and Independent Journal of Politics and News (WA), Friday 4 November 1853
THE YORK FAIR.
IN consequence probably of the backwardness of the season this year, and most of the farmers engaged either with the shearing or hay making, York was by no means so full of holiday makers as last year, and the Sales of Stock were not nearly so numerously attended, a result also perhaps partly attributable to their being held on two days instead of one. The paucity of country visitors was however partially made up by the numerous arrivals from Perth, who, including the Governor and the other official personages, numbered about thirty, who of course did much towards promoting the success of this annual gathering. Great complaints were made by our York friends at the lowness of prices offered, but parties who may be supposed to be good judges, were of opinion that considering the quality of the stock offered, former prices were fully maintained.
Mr Quartermaine's whethers were by far the best in the market, and although in first-rate condition, were small and would not probably average more than 55 lbs. per head, and surely 51/2 per lb. at York ought to satisfy any stock owner. We understand we were in error, upon a form-er occasion when we stated Mr Quartermaine had been offered 30s per head for these sheep. The lambs may be considered to have realised excellent prices.
Cattle generally speaking did not sell so well as we expected, both lean stock and fat. The best of the latter were a lot of nine from Mr C. Wittenoom, purchased by Mr Padbury at £13 per head ; they were in good condition and decidedly cheap. Mr G. Gooch exhibited a very fine entire cart horse, considered by some good judges as being the best animal of his stamp in the colony. Good horses both for saddle and draught were scarce and realised full prices, and we understand breeders possessing such animals, find ready purchasers by private sale without troubling the Auctioneer. Mr Carter's sale on the first day was preceded by a very handsome lunch, given by that gentleman at Doncon's, and which was done full justice to by his numerous guests. Several toasts were drank and responded to, but nothing very particular occurred.
BY MR CARTER.
72 lambs at 9s per head. 160 fat sheep at 16s. 45 culls at 7s 6d. 240 ewes at 11s 6d. 100 ditto at 11s.
A lot of Fat Wethers, bred by Mr Quartermaine, was bought in at 26s. This lot had previously been sold to Mr S. S. Parker for 23s 6d each.
Two lots of 200 and 80, bought in at 20s. 6 rams sold for £10. 6 ditto £7 7s. Bay mare bought in at £24
Thorough-bred mare bought, by Mr S. Burges for 31L. An entire colt sold for 32L.
Several horses and mares were bought in at prices varying from 20L to 36L
Cattle sold low. Cow and calf 7L 10s. Heifer and steer 11L. Cow and calf 6L 6s. Ditto 7L. 7s. Ditto 6L 6s. Ditto
£5 15s.
2 steers at £14, bought by Mr W. Padbury. Heifer and steer sold at 6L. 6.
A lot of 7, consisting of 3 cows, 2 calves, and 2 steers realised 40L. A lot of 8, 22L.
1 fat bullock 10L 10s. 9 fat bullocks 117L 10s, bought by Mr W. Padbury ; this was a lot of very fine beasts, and a great bargain.
A mixed lot of 10, belonging to the Wesleyan Mission, sold in 5 lots, realized 42L 10.
1 entire cart colt, a splendid animal, 3 years old, was knocked down for 70L.
On the whole the Sale went off flatly. Buyers were very few and by no means anxious to purchase.
On Friday, the 28th instant, a miscellaneous Sale of Clothing, &c, nothing occurred worthy of notice if we except a Town Allotment, which was knocked clown for £31 ; thus showing the fast increasing value of land in the town-side of York ; this allotment is s-till uncleared, and was bought u short time since at the upset, price of 10L.
BY MR J. SEWELL, JUN
Ewes-25 at 12s 6d ; 71 at 12s 6d ; 47 at 12s ; 25 at 13s; 27 at 14s; 30 tegs at 11s 6d ; 49 culls at 9s.
Wethers-34 at 14s ; 103 at 20s.
Lambs-50 at 7s ; 50 at 8* ; 67 at 10s 6d.
Cart Horses at 6L 6s 6L. 10s., 71. 10s., 27L. 34L, and 35L
Mares at 23L. and 31L 10s.
A 2-year cart colt realised 34.L. , A cow at 71; cow and calf at 6L- 10s., two heifers at 3L 10s each.
On Thursday, after Mr Sewell's Sale the Annual Meeting of the Agricultural Society was held at the York Hotel, and was well attended by the Members and visitors. His Excellency the Governor having been requested to take the chair, the hon. Secretary read the following report : The committee of the York Agricultural Society......
The horned cattle of the York district, are in excellent condition, and in better order than for several past years.
With regard to sheep, the lambing has shown an average percentage, and the wool clip is undoubtedly above the average, besides being secured in excellent condition. But for the further development of this most important branch of colonial enterprise, the discovery of a new pastoral district is very much to be desired, and accordingly great and general interest is felt in the success of the proposed expedition to the N.E. Generally speaking, our vineyards and fruit gardens proved a failure last year. The cause is Supposed to be the dry season of 1852, but after the abundant rains of last winter, no further failure need be apprehended ..............
The Committee cannot conclude their report without noticing the honor done the Society by His Excellency's acceptance of their invitation to their Annual Dinner and Meeting. For, although the York Agricultural Society now stands on a firm, independent footing of its, own and can venture to claim, on the merits of its own usefulness and- success, the general support and co-operation of the colonists of Western Australia, still they feel that the countenance and encouragement given by His Excellency to the collective body of York Agriculturalists is a kindness well deserving of their highest appreciation ; and they have accordingly the utmost satisfaction in adding to their annual report this expression of their feelings, and in conveying therein their united and unanimous acknowledgement of His Excellency's kind patronage and presence on this
occasion.
The following resolutions were then proposed :
1st,-That the report now read be adopted. 2nd,-That the committee for the last year be re-elected, with the addition of Rev. G. P. Pownall and Mr. R Meares.
3.-That Mr. Hoops be elected Hon. Secretary for the ensuing year, in the place of Mr. S. S. Parker, who retires.
4th.-That the following visitors be elected Honorary members :
A. C. Gunl. Mends, Capt. Bruce, Capt. Hend< rson, Mr Lefroy, and Lieut. DuCane.
And that the followiug gentlemen be elected ordinary members of the Society :
Mr. L. Leake, Mr Seabrook, Mr E. Hardy, Capt. Scott, Mr. Grellet, Mr. Pope, Mr. A. Shenton, Mr. T. Davis, Mr K. Habgood, and Mr T. Wright.
5th.-That a committee consisting of the following gentlemen, namely, Mr. S. Burgess, Mr C. Wittenoom, Mr. li. G. Meares, Mr. Taylor, Mr. Hardy, and Mr S. S. Parker, bo appointed to take into consideration, certain clauses of the Branding Act.
6th.-That the,Colonial Secretary be requested to instruct the Protector of Natives to form a native fire brigade in any district where the settlers may require it, and are willing to contribute towards the expense................
After some little conversation, and some very opposite remarks by the Governor, this subject and the former were both referred to the Committee, and the business of the meeting was concludod. At the dinner in the evening which was held at the same place, fifty three gentlemen sat down to a repast which would have done credit to the best restaurateurs in Perth or Fremantle. His Excelleney again occupied the chair, and amongst the company were Mr Lefroy, Capt. Bruce, Lieut. Du Cane, the Comptroller General, and Assisi. Commissary General Mends, who were upon an official tour of inspection through the two districts Capt. Scott, of Fremantle, and of course all the notabilities of the Eastern districts. After the cloth was withdrawn and the usual loyal toasts had been given, Mr C. Wittenoom in a highly eulogistic speech proposed His Excellency's health........
The Chair-man left about 11 o'clock and shortly afterwards the party broke up, highly satisfied with their evenings entertainment, the success of which was greatly assisted by the excellent Chairmanship of His Excellency. On Friday afternoon a number of rural sports were held opposite the York Hotel, such as, jumping in sacks, barrow wheeling, jingling matches, climbing a greasy pole, &c. , and the whole was concluded by a dance in the evening.
THE YORK FAIR.
IN consequence probably of the backwardness of the season this year, and most of the farmers engaged either with the shearing or hay making, York was by no means so full of holiday makers as last year, and the Sales of Stock were not nearly so numerously attended, a result also perhaps partly attributable to their being held on two days instead of one. The paucity of country visitors was however partially made up by the numerous arrivals from Perth, who, including the Governor and the other official personages, numbered about thirty, who of course did much towards promoting the success of this annual gathering. Great complaints were made by our York friends at the lowness of prices offered, but parties who may be supposed to be good judges, were of opinion that considering the quality of the stock offered, former prices were fully maintained.
Mr Quartermaine's whethers were by far the best in the market, and although in first-rate condition, were small and would not probably average more than 55 lbs. per head, and surely 51/2 per lb. at York ought to satisfy any stock owner. We understand we were in error, upon a form-er occasion when we stated Mr Quartermaine had been offered 30s per head for these sheep. The lambs may be considered to have realised excellent prices.
Cattle generally speaking did not sell so well as we expected, both lean stock and fat. The best of the latter were a lot of nine from Mr C. Wittenoom, purchased by Mr Padbury at £13 per head ; they were in good condition and decidedly cheap. Mr G. Gooch exhibited a very fine entire cart horse, considered by some good judges as being the best animal of his stamp in the colony. Good horses both for saddle and draught were scarce and realised full prices, and we understand breeders possessing such animals, find ready purchasers by private sale without troubling the Auctioneer. Mr Carter's sale on the first day was preceded by a very handsome lunch, given by that gentleman at Doncon's, and which was done full justice to by his numerous guests. Several toasts were drank and responded to, but nothing very particular occurred.
BY MR CARTER.
72 lambs at 9s per head. 160 fat sheep at 16s. 45 culls at 7s 6d. 240 ewes at 11s 6d. 100 ditto at 11s.
A lot of Fat Wethers, bred by Mr Quartermaine, was bought in at 26s. This lot had previously been sold to Mr S. S. Parker for 23s 6d each.
Two lots of 200 and 80, bought in at 20s. 6 rams sold for £10. 6 ditto £7 7s. Bay mare bought in at £24
Thorough-bred mare bought, by Mr S. Burges for 31L. An entire colt sold for 32L.
Several horses and mares were bought in at prices varying from 20L to 36L
Cattle sold low. Cow and calf 7L 10s. Heifer and steer 11L. Cow and calf 6L 6s. Ditto 7L. 7s. Ditto 6L 6s. Ditto
£5 15s.
2 steers at £14, bought by Mr W. Padbury. Heifer and steer sold at 6L. 6.
A lot of 7, consisting of 3 cows, 2 calves, and 2 steers realised 40L. A lot of 8, 22L.
1 fat bullock 10L 10s. 9 fat bullocks 117L 10s, bought by Mr W. Padbury ; this was a lot of very fine beasts, and a great bargain.
A mixed lot of 10, belonging to the Wesleyan Mission, sold in 5 lots, realized 42L 10.
1 entire cart colt, a splendid animal, 3 years old, was knocked down for 70L.
On the whole the Sale went off flatly. Buyers were very few and by no means anxious to purchase.
On Friday, the 28th instant, a miscellaneous Sale of Clothing, &c, nothing occurred worthy of notice if we except a Town Allotment, which was knocked clown for £31 ; thus showing the fast increasing value of land in the town-side of York ; this allotment is s-till uncleared, and was bought u short time since at the upset, price of 10L.
BY MR J. SEWELL, JUN
Ewes-25 at 12s 6d ; 71 at 12s 6d ; 47 at 12s ; 25 at 13s; 27 at 14s; 30 tegs at 11s 6d ; 49 culls at 9s.
Wethers-34 at 14s ; 103 at 20s.
Lambs-50 at 7s ; 50 at 8* ; 67 at 10s 6d.
Cart Horses at 6L 6s 6L. 10s., 71. 10s., 27L. 34L, and 35L
Mares at 23L. and 31L 10s.
A 2-year cart colt realised 34.L. , A cow at 71; cow and calf at 6L- 10s., two heifers at 3L 10s each.
On Thursday, after Mr Sewell's Sale the Annual Meeting of the Agricultural Society was held at the York Hotel, and was well attended by the Members and visitors. His Excellency the Governor having been requested to take the chair, the hon. Secretary read the following report : The committee of the York Agricultural Society......
The horned cattle of the York district, are in excellent condition, and in better order than for several past years.
With regard to sheep, the lambing has shown an average percentage, and the wool clip is undoubtedly above the average, besides being secured in excellent condition. But for the further development of this most important branch of colonial enterprise, the discovery of a new pastoral district is very much to be desired, and accordingly great and general interest is felt in the success of the proposed expedition to the N.E. Generally speaking, our vineyards and fruit gardens proved a failure last year. The cause is Supposed to be the dry season of 1852, but after the abundant rains of last winter, no further failure need be apprehended ..............
The Committee cannot conclude their report without noticing the honor done the Society by His Excellency's acceptance of their invitation to their Annual Dinner and Meeting. For, although the York Agricultural Society now stands on a firm, independent footing of its, own and can venture to claim, on the merits of its own usefulness and- success, the general support and co-operation of the colonists of Western Australia, still they feel that the countenance and encouragement given by His Excellency to the collective body of York Agriculturalists is a kindness well deserving of their highest appreciation ; and they have accordingly the utmost satisfaction in adding to their annual report this expression of their feelings, and in conveying therein their united and unanimous acknowledgement of His Excellency's kind patronage and presence on this
occasion.
The following resolutions were then proposed :
1st,-That the report now read be adopted. 2nd,-That the committee for the last year be re-elected, with the addition of Rev. G. P. Pownall and Mr. R Meares.
3.-That Mr. Hoops be elected Hon. Secretary for the ensuing year, in the place of Mr. S. S. Parker, who retires.
4th.-That the following visitors be elected Honorary members :
A. C. Gunl. Mends, Capt. Bruce, Capt. Hend< rson, Mr Lefroy, and Lieut. DuCane.
And that the followiug gentlemen be elected ordinary members of the Society :
Mr. L. Leake, Mr Seabrook, Mr E. Hardy, Capt. Scott, Mr. Grellet, Mr. Pope, Mr. A. Shenton, Mr. T. Davis, Mr K. Habgood, and Mr T. Wright.
5th.-That a committee consisting of the following gentlemen, namely, Mr. S. Burgess, Mr C. Wittenoom, Mr. li. G. Meares, Mr. Taylor, Mr. Hardy, and Mr S. S. Parker, bo appointed to take into consideration, certain clauses of the Branding Act.
6th.-That the,Colonial Secretary be requested to instruct the Protector of Natives to form a native fire brigade in any district where the settlers may require it, and are willing to contribute towards the expense................
After some little conversation, and some very opposite remarks by the Governor, this subject and the former were both referred to the Committee, and the business of the meeting was concludod. At the dinner in the evening which was held at the same place, fifty three gentlemen sat down to a repast which would have done credit to the best restaurateurs in Perth or Fremantle. His Excelleney again occupied the chair, and amongst the company were Mr Lefroy, Capt. Bruce, Lieut. Du Cane, the Comptroller General, and Assisi. Commissary General Mends, who were upon an official tour of inspection through the two districts Capt. Scott, of Fremantle, and of course all the notabilities of the Eastern districts. After the cloth was withdrawn and the usual loyal toasts had been given, Mr C. Wittenoom in a highly eulogistic speech proposed His Excellency's health........
The Chair-man left about 11 o'clock and shortly afterwards the party broke up, highly satisfied with their evenings entertainment, the success of which was greatly assisted by the excellent Chairmanship of His Excellency. On Friday afternoon a number of rural sports were held opposite the York Hotel, such as, jumping in sacks, barrow wheeling, jingling matches, climbing a greasy pole, &c. , and the whole was concluded by a dance in the evening.
1854
Perth Gazette and Independent Journal of Politics and News (WA), Friday 3 November 1854
Toodyay Agricultural Meeting.
Toodyay Agricultural Meeting.
Inquirer (Perth, WA), Wednesday 13 December 1854
COUNTRY NEWS YORK.
The following, from a York correspondent, was omitted in our last,— We are now in the midst of wheat harvest. We have an excellent yield. Stock of every description are looking well. It is to be hoped the government will do all they can to suppress the possibilities and probabilities of destructive bush fires in the rural districts, for it is most distressing to see crops of corn, and large tracts of grassy country burnt up, after so much care and labour has been expended. At the ploughing match there were five teams, as follows,--
C. Wittenoom, 1; Mr S. S. Parker, 2; Mr Fleay, 1; Mr W. Parker, 1,
The prizes were awarded to--
1st prize, Mr W. Parker, £5; 2nd, Mr S. S. Parker, £3; 3rd, Mr C. Wittenoom, £1.
All the teams and ploughs were worked by ticket-of-leave and conditional-pardon men.
COUNTRY NEWS YORK.
The following, from a York correspondent, was omitted in our last,— We are now in the midst of wheat harvest. We have an excellent yield. Stock of every description are looking well. It is to be hoped the government will do all they can to suppress the possibilities and probabilities of destructive bush fires in the rural districts, for it is most distressing to see crops of corn, and large tracts of grassy country burnt up, after so much care and labour has been expended. At the ploughing match there were five teams, as follows,--
C. Wittenoom, 1; Mr S. S. Parker, 2; Mr Fleay, 1; Mr W. Parker, 1,
The prizes were awarded to--
1st prize, Mr W. Parker, £5; 2nd, Mr S. S. Parker, £3; 3rd, Mr C. Wittenoom, £1.
All the teams and ploughs were worked by ticket-of-leave and conditional-pardon men.
1855
Perth Gazette and Independent Journal of Politics and News (WA), Friday 9 November 1855
Toodyay Agricultural Meeting.
Toodyay Agricultural Meeting.
1856
Perth Gazette and Independent Journal of Politics and News (WA), Friday 31 October 1856
ANNUAL MEETING OF THE YORK AGRICULTURAL,SOCIETY.
The Meeting of the York Agricultural Society was held according to advertisement on the 22nd instant.
The shew of stock for prizes, was not, as regards numbers, equal to the two years past, but the quality of horses and sheep was good, and perhaps superior to anything we have before seen.
With respect to the fat wethers it is as well to say, that the superior quality of Mr Lott's sheep has been so often proved that no one in this district seems inclined to meet him again, as there was no competition for this prize it remained with the judges to award it or not. The Judges appointed for examining the horses were Messrs. Hardey, Lott, and Steere ; for cattle and sheep, Mesars. J. & H. Hardey, Steere, and Chidlow, and a novelty may be allowed to say that I have not heard one word of complaint as to their decisions.
The following new members were elected according to the rules of the Society :-L. Bayley, Esq., Messrs. Craig, Tregoning, G. Johnson, Sewell, sen., and Farmaner.........................The chairman simply stated that although so few applications had been received from this district for free servants, still there were many over here who would most undoubtedly employ them, if they were stationed in this district,
The award of prizes was as follows-
Best entire cart horse to G. Gooch of Horsham.
Best thoroughbred entire horse, R. Hardey, York.
Best cart mare, J. Brown, Northward.
Best pen of wethers, no competition ; awarded to John Lott on account of extraordinary merit.
Cottagers prize awarded to a pensioner of the name of Bailey, he having dug in a proper manner three acres, one rood of land this winter.
The Committee and Secretary appointed for the year ensuing are as follows
Hon. Secretary, E, G. Meares ; Committee, Messrs. Burges, Wittenoom, Hoops, Sewell, G. and S. Meares, E. Habgood, Cooke, Monger, and Parker.
ANNUAL MEETING OF THE YORK AGRICULTURAL,SOCIETY.
The Meeting of the York Agricultural Society was held according to advertisement on the 22nd instant.
The shew of stock for prizes, was not, as regards numbers, equal to the two years past, but the quality of horses and sheep was good, and perhaps superior to anything we have before seen.
With respect to the fat wethers it is as well to say, that the superior quality of Mr Lott's sheep has been so often proved that no one in this district seems inclined to meet him again, as there was no competition for this prize it remained with the judges to award it or not. The Judges appointed for examining the horses were Messrs. Hardey, Lott, and Steere ; for cattle and sheep, Mesars. J. & H. Hardey, Steere, and Chidlow, and a novelty may be allowed to say that I have not heard one word of complaint as to their decisions.
The following new members were elected according to the rules of the Society :-L. Bayley, Esq., Messrs. Craig, Tregoning, G. Johnson, Sewell, sen., and Farmaner.........................The chairman simply stated that although so few applications had been received from this district for free servants, still there were many over here who would most undoubtedly employ them, if they were stationed in this district,
The award of prizes was as follows-
Best entire cart horse to G. Gooch of Horsham.
Best thoroughbred entire horse, R. Hardey, York.
Best cart mare, J. Brown, Northward.
Best pen of wethers, no competition ; awarded to John Lott on account of extraordinary merit.
Cottagers prize awarded to a pensioner of the name of Bailey, he having dug in a proper manner three acres, one rood of land this winter.
The Committee and Secretary appointed for the year ensuing are as follows
Hon. Secretary, E, G. Meares ; Committee, Messrs. Burges, Wittenoom, Hoops, Sewell, G. and S. Meares, E. Habgood, Cooke, Monger, and Parker.
Perth Gazette and Independent Journal of Politics and News (WA), Friday 31 October 1856
YORK HORTICULTURAL AND FLORICULTURAL SOCIETY SHOW
The Society was formed at the close of 1855. Mrs. Bayley, Mrs. Luke Leake and Mrs. Hoops kindly adjudged the prizes for flowers. The Show was well attended and excited much interest ; but the Secretary would suggest to the Committee that the October Show should in future be held on the Wednesday of the Fair week.
The following is a list of the prizes which were awarded :
Wines.
Best red wine, Mr S. E. Burges Second ditto ditto
Best white wine, Mr S, Parker, sen. Second ditto Mr S. E. Burges
Dried Fruits
Best table raisins, Mr S. Parker, sen. Second ditto ditto. Best apricots ditto. Best peaches, Mr S. E. Burges
Vegetables
Best cabbages, Depot Garden. Second ditto Mr W. Bussell
Best cauliflowers, Depot Garden.
Ditto Swede turnips, Mr Thomas Wade
Ditto table ditto, Mr Bagshaw
Ditto carrots, Mr C. Wittenoom
Ditto parsnips, Mr Bussell
Ditto keeping onions, Mr Bagshaw
Ditto mangold wurtzel, Mr S. E. Burges
Ditto beetroot, Mr C. Wittenoom
Ditto shalots, Mr Bagshaw
Ditto peas, Mr S. E. Burges. Second ditto, Mr Bagshaw
Best lettuces, Mr S. E. Burges
Ditto radishes, Mr G. Teede
Ditto potatoes, Mr Linto. Second ditto Mr Wade
Flowers
Best boutjuet, Mrs S. Meares. Second ditto Miss Burges. Third ditto Miss Meares
Best roses, Mrs S. Meares. Second ditto, Rev. J. Brown
Best moss roses, Rev. J. Brown
Ditto geraniums, Mrs S. Meares
Ditto picotees, ditto
Ditto sweet williams, Mrs G. Meares
Ditto snap dragons, Rev. J. Brown
Ditto stocks, Mrs W. Parker
Ditto double white ditto, M. A. Casey
Ditto poppies, Mrs S. Meares
Ditto petunias, Mrs G. Meares
Ditto marigolds, ditto. Second ditto Miss Kenworthy
Olive Oil, Mr E. Viveash
YORK HORTICULTURAL AND FLORICULTURAL SOCIETY SHOW
The Society was formed at the close of 1855. Mrs. Bayley, Mrs. Luke Leake and Mrs. Hoops kindly adjudged the prizes for flowers. The Show was well attended and excited much interest ; but the Secretary would suggest to the Committee that the October Show should in future be held on the Wednesday of the Fair week.
The following is a list of the prizes which were awarded :
Wines.
Best red wine, Mr S. E. Burges Second ditto ditto
Best white wine, Mr S, Parker, sen. Second ditto Mr S. E. Burges
Dried Fruits
Best table raisins, Mr S. Parker, sen. Second ditto ditto. Best apricots ditto. Best peaches, Mr S. E. Burges
Vegetables
Best cabbages, Depot Garden. Second ditto Mr W. Bussell
Best cauliflowers, Depot Garden.
Ditto Swede turnips, Mr Thomas Wade
Ditto table ditto, Mr Bagshaw
Ditto carrots, Mr C. Wittenoom
Ditto parsnips, Mr Bussell
Ditto keeping onions, Mr Bagshaw
Ditto mangold wurtzel, Mr S. E. Burges
Ditto beetroot, Mr C. Wittenoom
Ditto shalots, Mr Bagshaw
Ditto peas, Mr S. E. Burges. Second ditto, Mr Bagshaw
Best lettuces, Mr S. E. Burges
Ditto radishes, Mr G. Teede
Ditto potatoes, Mr Linto. Second ditto Mr Wade
Flowers
Best boutjuet, Mrs S. Meares. Second ditto Miss Burges. Third ditto Miss Meares
Best roses, Mrs S. Meares. Second ditto, Rev. J. Brown
Best moss roses, Rev. J. Brown
Ditto geraniums, Mrs S. Meares
Ditto picotees, ditto
Ditto sweet williams, Mrs G. Meares
Ditto snap dragons, Rev. J. Brown
Ditto stocks, Mrs W. Parker
Ditto double white ditto, M. A. Casey
Ditto poppies, Mrs S. Meares
Ditto petunias, Mrs G. Meares
Ditto marigolds, ditto. Second ditto Miss Kenworthy
Olive Oil, Mr E. Viveash
Inquirer and Commercial News (Perth, WA), Wednesday 5 November 1856
York Ploughing Match.
The ploughing Match was held in a field belonging to Mr S. S. Parker, and proved a source of attraction to large numbers of visitors. Six ploughs started, all of which made good work. The Judges awarded the first prize to Wilson, in the employ of J. Taylor, of Yangedin, and the second to Mr W. Parker's ploughman. This award was, however, protested against, but how the dispute terminated we have not heard. His Excellency left York on Friday for Toodyay.
York Ploughing Match.
The ploughing Match was held in a field belonging to Mr S. S. Parker, and proved a source of attraction to large numbers of visitors. Six ploughs started, all of which made good work. The Judges awarded the first prize to Wilson, in the employ of J. Taylor, of Yangedin, and the second to Mr W. Parker's ploughman. This award was, however, protested against, but how the dispute terminated we have not heard. His Excellency left York on Friday for Toodyay.
1857
Perth Gazette and Independent Journal of Politics and News (WA), Friday 25 September 1857
To the Editor of the INDEPENDENT JOURNAL.
The ploughman he's a bonnie lad,
His mind is ever true, jo,
His garters knit below his knee,
His bonnet it is blue, jo ;
Then up wi my ploughman lad,
And hey my merry ploughman,
Of a' the trades that I da ken,
Commend me to the ploughman.
MR. EDITOR,-Feeling that any subject likely to cause a lull in the present warlike state of affairs in this district, any change during these dull times foretelling better days are coming, affording amusement and instruction, encouraging activity and emulation and a kindly feeling, will not be unacceptable, I will briefly give you a few details of the recent ploughing match which came off on Culham Flats, Toodyay Valley, on the 19th inst.
During the late Agricultural Dinner, several of the members having made daring threats and assertions as to their dexterity and judgment in handling the plough, the management and superiority of their teams, it was arranged that a trial of skill should take place on the above day. The weather previously wet and stormy proved propitious, the clouds disappeared, and a bright clear sky only known in these climes ushered in the eventful morn. At 11 a.m., all being in readiness the regulations were read aloud by S.P. Phillips, Esq., when nine ploughs commenced to cut the rough surface of the rich and mellow soil universally extending over the slopes and flats of this beautiful valley, the garden of Western Australia. The amount of work to be completed by each ploughman was half an acre, with a farrow nine inches in breadth and six in depth, the ridges to be split and closed in, the land to be cast instead of ridged up ; some misunderstanding arose as to marking out the lands, when the unploughmanlike aid of drivers was allowed. I may mention that one ploughman alone scorned this most unconstitutional mode of guiding the helm through a virgin soil, depending on his hand and a pair of good horses with whip and reins, I allude to Samuel Graves in the employ of Mr James Drummond, who, although obtaining only the second prize, may be considered the champion of the Toodyay district ; he appears to possess a certain degree of taste in ploughing, a kind of tact which is difficult to be taught and hardly to be acquired except by a sort of instinct. Without fretting his plough appears to ride light in hand and pleasantly-a mere - touch and glance of the eye tells him if she is rolling, a firm fist sets her right, and a line so straight and well defined follows in her wake, that even the ghost of Hogarth flies in terror.
At half past three the first plough left the ground. I regret to state that a difficulty arose in obtaining the aid of really practical judges, men who have been bred to the plough and agriculture ; the gentlemen selected for this purpose not being able to attend their places were kindly filled by Messrs Walcot, Doust, and Beardman.
The first prize was five pounds, which, was gained by Mr Steere's ploughman, Charles Roberts ; the second by Mr Drummond's ploughman, Samuel Graves ; the third by Mr O'Neil's ploughman, John Williams ; the fourth by Mr J. Cook's ploughman, Thomas Green.
The whole of the ploughs with but one exception were imported by Mr John Mcpherson, from the foundry of Barrowman & Co. Mr Mcpherson has still a number on hand. About 100 persons were assembled on this occasion ; among them I observed the Resident Magistrate, the Colonial Surgeon, the district medical officer,
S. P. Phillips, M.C., Messrs Steere, Drummond, Clarkson, O'Neil, McPherson, Cook, and others. Several ladies also attended, giving gaiety to a scene so unusual on those fine pastures. The whole of the spectators present were, by Mr Phillips, and through the exertions and aid of a lady known and respected for every warm and generous feeling in promoting the happiness of others, bountifully regaled in the usual substantial manner for which Toodyay has been so long proverbial. I regret to state that duty compelled me to leave the field sooner than intended, when on route I was amused by hearing my delighted compagnon de voyage, in good Scotch brogue hum the following stave from Burns-
"Commend me to the barn yard,
And at the corn mou man
I never get my coggle fou,
Till I meet with the ploughman."
Believe me your, &c,
PLOUGHBOY.
P.S.-I am just informed the following notice has been fixed on the gateposts through-out the district
Challenge.
Samuel Gravés is open to plough the man that took the first prize at the ploughing match on Saturday, I9th ult., to come off on Friday, 25th September, on the Culham Estate.
To the Editor of the INDEPENDENT JOURNAL.
The ploughman he's a bonnie lad,
His mind is ever true, jo,
His garters knit below his knee,
His bonnet it is blue, jo ;
Then up wi my ploughman lad,
And hey my merry ploughman,
Of a' the trades that I da ken,
Commend me to the ploughman.
MR. EDITOR,-Feeling that any subject likely to cause a lull in the present warlike state of affairs in this district, any change during these dull times foretelling better days are coming, affording amusement and instruction, encouraging activity and emulation and a kindly feeling, will not be unacceptable, I will briefly give you a few details of the recent ploughing match which came off on Culham Flats, Toodyay Valley, on the 19th inst.
During the late Agricultural Dinner, several of the members having made daring threats and assertions as to their dexterity and judgment in handling the plough, the management and superiority of their teams, it was arranged that a trial of skill should take place on the above day. The weather previously wet and stormy proved propitious, the clouds disappeared, and a bright clear sky only known in these climes ushered in the eventful morn. At 11 a.m., all being in readiness the regulations were read aloud by S.P. Phillips, Esq., when nine ploughs commenced to cut the rough surface of the rich and mellow soil universally extending over the slopes and flats of this beautiful valley, the garden of Western Australia. The amount of work to be completed by each ploughman was half an acre, with a farrow nine inches in breadth and six in depth, the ridges to be split and closed in, the land to be cast instead of ridged up ; some misunderstanding arose as to marking out the lands, when the unploughmanlike aid of drivers was allowed. I may mention that one ploughman alone scorned this most unconstitutional mode of guiding the helm through a virgin soil, depending on his hand and a pair of good horses with whip and reins, I allude to Samuel Graves in the employ of Mr James Drummond, who, although obtaining only the second prize, may be considered the champion of the Toodyay district ; he appears to possess a certain degree of taste in ploughing, a kind of tact which is difficult to be taught and hardly to be acquired except by a sort of instinct. Without fretting his plough appears to ride light in hand and pleasantly-a mere - touch and glance of the eye tells him if she is rolling, a firm fist sets her right, and a line so straight and well defined follows in her wake, that even the ghost of Hogarth flies in terror.
At half past three the first plough left the ground. I regret to state that a difficulty arose in obtaining the aid of really practical judges, men who have been bred to the plough and agriculture ; the gentlemen selected for this purpose not being able to attend their places were kindly filled by Messrs Walcot, Doust, and Beardman.
The first prize was five pounds, which, was gained by Mr Steere's ploughman, Charles Roberts ; the second by Mr Drummond's ploughman, Samuel Graves ; the third by Mr O'Neil's ploughman, John Williams ; the fourth by Mr J. Cook's ploughman, Thomas Green.
The whole of the ploughs with but one exception were imported by Mr John Mcpherson, from the foundry of Barrowman & Co. Mr Mcpherson has still a number on hand. About 100 persons were assembled on this occasion ; among them I observed the Resident Magistrate, the Colonial Surgeon, the district medical officer,
S. P. Phillips, M.C., Messrs Steere, Drummond, Clarkson, O'Neil, McPherson, Cook, and others. Several ladies also attended, giving gaiety to a scene so unusual on those fine pastures. The whole of the spectators present were, by Mr Phillips, and through the exertions and aid of a lady known and respected for every warm and generous feeling in promoting the happiness of others, bountifully regaled in the usual substantial manner for which Toodyay has been so long proverbial. I regret to state that duty compelled me to leave the field sooner than intended, when on route I was amused by hearing my delighted compagnon de voyage, in good Scotch brogue hum the following stave from Burns-
"Commend me to the barn yard,
And at the corn mou man
I never get my coggle fou,
Till I meet with the ploughman."
Believe me your, &c,
PLOUGHBOY.
P.S.-I am just informed the following notice has been fixed on the gateposts through-out the district
Challenge.
Samuel Gravés is open to plough the man that took the first prize at the ploughing match on Saturday, I9th ult., to come off on Friday, 25th September, on the Culham Estate.
Perth Gazette and Independent Journal of Politics and News (WA), Friday 6 November 1857
Annual Fair and Show of Stock of the York Agricultural Society
Report of the Annual Fair and Show of Stock of the York Agricultural Society held this 28th day of October 1857
The Show of Stock was very good, and the following gentlemen were the successful competitors for the several prizes awarded by the Judges.
For the best Colonial Cart Entire horse, Mr Spencer
For the second best do do do. Mr J. H. Monger
For the best imported blood horse, R. Hardey's Barkston
For the best Colonial blood horse, Mr Leonard's Ackbar
For the second best do do Mr. Doncon's Robinhood
For the best Colonial cart mare; Mr John Lott
For the second best do do Mr Jas. Brown
For the best mare shown for breeding horses for the Indian market, First prize, Mr S. G. Meares
Second prize Mr C. Wittenoom
Mr James Brown being the only Competitor for the prize for the imported Cart Mares was strongly recommended by the Judges for the prize, his Mare being a very fine one.
For the best Bull, first prize, Mr E. R. Parker. For the second best, Mr John Lott
For the best cow shown, Mr John Lott
For the best pen of ten wethers, Mr John Lott. For the second best do do Mr Richard Strange
For the best pen of 10 lambs shown, Mr John Lott. For the second best do do Mr C. Wittenoom
For the best pen of 4 long wooled rams, Mr C. Wittenoom. For the second best do do, Mr C. Wittenoom
For the best Sow and pigs, Mr Thos. Bailey
The Judges having gone through the list of prizes, retired with the members to the " Castle Hotel," for the purpose of holding the Annual Meeting, and when a full attendance of members were present, Mr Chas Wittenoom was requested to take the Chair, who opened the Meeting, by stating the object of this Meeting was to read the Annual Report of the Committee, elect new members, receive subscriptious, and hear any suggestions or resolutions of the members put to the Meeting.
The following gentlemen were then duly elected members of this Society.
The hon. Surveyor General; Mr John Mackie; Mr R. Austin; Mr S. Viveash; Mr E. Hamersley, Jun. Mr W. Smith; Mr Thos. Mead; Mr Chas. Duffield; Mr E. Quartermaine; Mr. G. Kersley; Mr G. Haysom; Mr Chas. Heal;
John Liddelow; Mr E. B. Lennard; Mr G. Williams; Mr Blechynden; Mr Spencer; Mr Thos. Gregson;
Mr Woodward; Mr M. Oliver; Mr John. Gooch.
After this the Report of the Committee was read, when L. J. Bailey, Esq, proposed, and S. G. Meares, Esq., seconded that the Report now read be adopted, which was carried unanimously.............
Annual Fair and Show of Stock of the York Agricultural Society
Report of the Annual Fair and Show of Stock of the York Agricultural Society held this 28th day of October 1857
The Show of Stock was very good, and the following gentlemen were the successful competitors for the several prizes awarded by the Judges.
For the best Colonial Cart Entire horse, Mr Spencer
For the second best do do do. Mr J. H. Monger
For the best imported blood horse, R. Hardey's Barkston
For the best Colonial blood horse, Mr Leonard's Ackbar
For the second best do do Mr. Doncon's Robinhood
For the best Colonial cart mare; Mr John Lott
For the second best do do Mr Jas. Brown
For the best mare shown for breeding horses for the Indian market, First prize, Mr S. G. Meares
Second prize Mr C. Wittenoom
Mr James Brown being the only Competitor for the prize for the imported Cart Mares was strongly recommended by the Judges for the prize, his Mare being a very fine one.
For the best Bull, first prize, Mr E. R. Parker. For the second best, Mr John Lott
For the best cow shown, Mr John Lott
For the best pen of ten wethers, Mr John Lott. For the second best do do Mr Richard Strange
For the best pen of 10 lambs shown, Mr John Lott. For the second best do do Mr C. Wittenoom
For the best pen of 4 long wooled rams, Mr C. Wittenoom. For the second best do do, Mr C. Wittenoom
For the best Sow and pigs, Mr Thos. Bailey
The Judges having gone through the list of prizes, retired with the members to the " Castle Hotel," for the purpose of holding the Annual Meeting, and when a full attendance of members were present, Mr Chas Wittenoom was requested to take the Chair, who opened the Meeting, by stating the object of this Meeting was to read the Annual Report of the Committee, elect new members, receive subscriptious, and hear any suggestions or resolutions of the members put to the Meeting.
The following gentlemen were then duly elected members of this Society.
The hon. Surveyor General; Mr John Mackie; Mr R. Austin; Mr S. Viveash; Mr E. Hamersley, Jun. Mr W. Smith; Mr Thos. Mead; Mr Chas. Duffield; Mr E. Quartermaine; Mr. G. Kersley; Mr G. Haysom; Mr Chas. Heal;
John Liddelow; Mr E. B. Lennard; Mr G. Williams; Mr Blechynden; Mr Spencer; Mr Thos. Gregson;
Mr Woodward; Mr M. Oliver; Mr John. Gooch.
After this the Report of the Committee was read, when L. J. Bailey, Esq, proposed, and S. G. Meares, Esq., seconded that the Report now read be adopted, which was carried unanimously.............
A BILL TO REGULATE THE SALE AND OCCUPATION OF CROWN LANDS
Age (Melbourne, Vic), Thursday 20 August 1857
Age (Melbourne, Vic), Thursday 20 August 1857
1858
Perth Gazette and Independent Journal of Politics and News (WA), Friday 19 November 1858
Toodyay, Northam, and Victoria Plains Agricultural and Horticultural Society.
This Society held their Annual show of Stock, and Meeting at Herberts' Hotel, on Wednesday, 3rd November last, at eleven o'clock, a.m., when the following prizes were awarded by the Judges :
For the best imported blood horse, Phillips & Co's " Van Dieman."
The best Colonial blood horse.-1st Prize Mr Chidlow's " Stirling."
2nd Prize.-Mr D. McPherson's "High and Chief."
The best Colonial blood mare.-1st Prize Mr Donald McPherson's "Grey Polly."
2nd Prize.-Mr W, L. Brockman's ' Letty.'
The best Colonial cart entire.-1st Prize Mr Sinclair's " Young Clyde."
2nd Prize.-Mr Lockyer's " Champion."
The best Colonial cart mare.-1st and 2nd Prize-Mr J. Drummond, Jun.
The best Colonial bull.-1st Prize- Mr P. Whitfield. 2nd Prize.-Mr J. Sinclair.
The best Colonial breeding cow.-1st and 2nd Prize-Mr P. Whitfield.
For the best fat bullock.-1st and 2nd Prize-Mr J. Sinclair.
The best imported ram, fine wool.-Prize Mr W. L Brookman.
The best pen of not less than ten ewes that have brought up lambs this season.-1st Prize-Mr J. M. Dempster.
The best pen of not less than ten two tooth ewe tegs-Mr R. Scott.
The best pen of not less than ten fat wethers.-1st Prize-Mr R. Scott. 2nd Prize.-Mr J. Sinclair.
The best pen of not less than ten lambs. 1st Prize-Mr Sinclair. 2nd Prize.-Mr J. Delmege.
The Meeting was held at Herberts' Hotel, at 3 p.m , J. Drummond, Jun., Esq., in the Chair, when the following report was read : (Sixth Annual Report)...................
Roads.-Your Committee regret that so few improvements have been made under this head, and although the main line of communication to Guildford has been better than during the winter of 1857, your Committee attribute it more to the small quantity of rain which fell during the past winter than to any other cause, but at the same time your Committee have much pleasure in pointing out the great improvements made in the district lines.
Labour.-Your Committee while remarking that there has been no scarcity of men beg to observe that there is still much difficulty in obtaining good farm servants, consequently wages to men of that description still continue high.
In concluding this report, Your Committee have much pleasure in congratulating the Society on the general appearance of prosperity throughout these districts, and look forward with the blessing of Providence, to a continuance of the same.
Proposed by Mr J. M. Dempster, seconded by Mr A. Green :-That this report be adopted. Carried unanimously.
Proposed by Mr J. M. Dempster, seconded by Mr A. Green :-That the sum of ten » pounds bo allowed to the Honorary Secretary, for 1859 to procure the assistance of a clerk. Carried.
Proposed by Mr Sinclair, seconded by Mr F. Morrell :-That Mr J. Drummond be requested to act as Honorary Secretary for the ensuing year, and that Messrs Thomas Cook, . C. Betts, D. McPherson, S. P. Phillips, Alfred Green, M. Clarkson, T. O'Neill, J. M. Dempster, E. M'Intosh, and A. Chidlow, be elected as a Committee for 1859.
The following gentlemen were then elected members of the Society, Messrs W. W. Jones, Alexander Fergusson, Edward Brockman, Thomas Gull, and Dr Arden.
Proposed by Mr Donald McPherson, seconded by Mr J. Sinclair :-That a vote of thanks be passed to the Judges, Messrs J. G. Thompson, W. Padbury, R. Strange, J. H. Monger and J. Lott. Carried unanimously.
Proposed by Dr Green, seconded, by Mr J. M. Dempster :-That a vote of thanks be passed to the Chairman J. Drummond, Jun. Esq., for his able conduct in the Chair. The Meeting then separated.
At 6 p.m., His Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Dr Arden and about 33 members of the Society adjourned to Herberts' long room. J. Drummond, Jun. Esq., being voted to the Chair and dinner announced they sat down to partake of the good fare and generous viands prepared by the landlord. The cloth having been removed the Chairman pro-posed the health of Her Majesty the Queen', which was drunk with due honours. The Band playing " God save the Queen." The Prince Consort and the Royal family were next proposed and heartily responded to..................
Several other toasts, including the health of the Chairman, were proposed and drank with the necessary accompaniments, and the company separated. On the following day a Cricket Match took place between the Visitors, and the residents in the District, which ended in the total defeat of the latter. Shortly after 5 o'clock the ladies and children sat down to tea and a cold collation, comprising all the delicacies of the season, which was done ample justice to. The Ball in the evening was well attended and dancing kepis up until daylight, when ended our festivities, not we trust without having given full satisfaction to both the district and the visitors.
Toodyay, Northam, and Victoria Plains Agricultural and Horticultural Society.
This Society held their Annual show of Stock, and Meeting at Herberts' Hotel, on Wednesday, 3rd November last, at eleven o'clock, a.m., when the following prizes were awarded by the Judges :
For the best imported blood horse, Phillips & Co's " Van Dieman."
The best Colonial blood horse.-1st Prize Mr Chidlow's " Stirling."
2nd Prize.-Mr D. McPherson's "High and Chief."
The best Colonial blood mare.-1st Prize Mr Donald McPherson's "Grey Polly."
2nd Prize.-Mr W, L. Brockman's ' Letty.'
The best Colonial cart entire.-1st Prize Mr Sinclair's " Young Clyde."
2nd Prize.-Mr Lockyer's " Champion."
The best Colonial cart mare.-1st and 2nd Prize-Mr J. Drummond, Jun.
The best Colonial bull.-1st Prize- Mr P. Whitfield. 2nd Prize.-Mr J. Sinclair.
The best Colonial breeding cow.-1st and 2nd Prize-Mr P. Whitfield.
For the best fat bullock.-1st and 2nd Prize-Mr J. Sinclair.
The best imported ram, fine wool.-Prize Mr W. L Brookman.
The best pen of not less than ten ewes that have brought up lambs this season.-1st Prize-Mr J. M. Dempster.
The best pen of not less than ten two tooth ewe tegs-Mr R. Scott.
The best pen of not less than ten fat wethers.-1st Prize-Mr R. Scott. 2nd Prize.-Mr J. Sinclair.
The best pen of not less than ten lambs. 1st Prize-Mr Sinclair. 2nd Prize.-Mr J. Delmege.
The Meeting was held at Herberts' Hotel, at 3 p.m , J. Drummond, Jun., Esq., in the Chair, when the following report was read : (Sixth Annual Report)...................
Roads.-Your Committee regret that so few improvements have been made under this head, and although the main line of communication to Guildford has been better than during the winter of 1857, your Committee attribute it more to the small quantity of rain which fell during the past winter than to any other cause, but at the same time your Committee have much pleasure in pointing out the great improvements made in the district lines.
Labour.-Your Committee while remarking that there has been no scarcity of men beg to observe that there is still much difficulty in obtaining good farm servants, consequently wages to men of that description still continue high.
In concluding this report, Your Committee have much pleasure in congratulating the Society on the general appearance of prosperity throughout these districts, and look forward with the blessing of Providence, to a continuance of the same.
Proposed by Mr J. M. Dempster, seconded by Mr A. Green :-That this report be adopted. Carried unanimously.
Proposed by Mr J. M. Dempster, seconded by Mr A. Green :-That the sum of ten » pounds bo allowed to the Honorary Secretary, for 1859 to procure the assistance of a clerk. Carried.
Proposed by Mr Sinclair, seconded by Mr F. Morrell :-That Mr J. Drummond be requested to act as Honorary Secretary for the ensuing year, and that Messrs Thomas Cook, . C. Betts, D. McPherson, S. P. Phillips, Alfred Green, M. Clarkson, T. O'Neill, J. M. Dempster, E. M'Intosh, and A. Chidlow, be elected as a Committee for 1859.
The following gentlemen were then elected members of the Society, Messrs W. W. Jones, Alexander Fergusson, Edward Brockman, Thomas Gull, and Dr Arden.
Proposed by Mr Donald McPherson, seconded by Mr J. Sinclair :-That a vote of thanks be passed to the Judges, Messrs J. G. Thompson, W. Padbury, R. Strange, J. H. Monger and J. Lott. Carried unanimously.
Proposed by Dr Green, seconded, by Mr J. M. Dempster :-That a vote of thanks be passed to the Chairman J. Drummond, Jun. Esq., for his able conduct in the Chair. The Meeting then separated.
At 6 p.m., His Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Dr Arden and about 33 members of the Society adjourned to Herberts' long room. J. Drummond, Jun. Esq., being voted to the Chair and dinner announced they sat down to partake of the good fare and generous viands prepared by the landlord. The cloth having been removed the Chairman pro-posed the health of Her Majesty the Queen', which was drunk with due honours. The Band playing " God save the Queen." The Prince Consort and the Royal family were next proposed and heartily responded to..................
Several other toasts, including the health of the Chairman, were proposed and drank with the necessary accompaniments, and the company separated. On the following day a Cricket Match took place between the Visitors, and the residents in the District, which ended in the total defeat of the latter. Shortly after 5 o'clock the ladies and children sat down to tea and a cold collation, comprising all the delicacies of the season, which was done ample justice to. The Ball in the evening was well attended and dancing kepis up until daylight, when ended our festivities, not we trust without having given full satisfaction to both the district and the visitors.
1859
Perth Gazette and Independent Journal of Politics and News (WA), Friday 4 November 1859
York Agricultural Society.
The show of Stock of the above Society was held in the Society's grounds on Wednesday, the 26th October His Excellency the Governor, the Colonial Secretary, Comptroller General, Sir A. Campbell, and many visitors from Perth and the neighbouring districts, were present. The show of Horses was not as numerous as usual, but some fine animals were exhibited. The Sheep Prizes were better contested, and Mr Lott's wethers maintained the same superiority they have always attained and defied competition. His Excellency the Governor kindly consented to act as one of the judges of the horses.
The following Prizes were awarded :
Best colonial bred entire cart horse: 1st prize, Mr Doncon ; 2nd do , Mr Monger.
Best colonial bred stallion for breeding from for the Indian market:
1st prize, Mr Brockman; 2nd do., Mr G. Meares.
Best colonial bred cart mare : lat prize, Mr Nairn 2nd do., Mr Taylor.
Best mare for breeding for Indian market: 1st, Mr S. Parker, sen.; 2nd Mr G. Meares. The judges considered that this class did not exhibit sufficient merit to entitle them to any prize.
Best pen of 20 lambs : 1st prize, Mr S Meares; 2nd do., Mr Lott.
Best pen of 10 wethers: 1st prize, Mr Lott; 2nd do., Mr C. Wittenoom.
Best pen of 10 ewe tegs : 1st prize, Mr S. Meares ; 2nd do., Mr Lott.
Best pen 10 ewes that have brought up lambs: 1st prize, Mr Lott; 2nd do., Mr S. Meares.
The Cattle shewn were not considered sufficiently good to take a prize, and only two were exhibited.
The Meeting was held at the York Hotel and was well attended, J. W. Hardey, Esq., M.L.C., in the chair, but want of space prevents us giving the proceedings in detail. The Rev. C. Clay having been elected a member of the Society, the following Report was read by the Secretary:- Report of the Committee of the York Agricultural Society, for the year ending 26th October, 1859........................................
The only remaining subject your Committee feel called upon specially to notice, and which was warmly discussed at a special meeting in September, is that portion of the New Land Regulations which proposes to abolish sale by auction ; it would be impossible, within the limits of this report, to enter into a discussion of so extensive a subject, but your Committee consider it their duty to record the opinion expressed at the Meeting above mentioned, that the abolition of sale by auction will militate strongly against the pastoral interest by interfering with the squatters, and rendering his tenure of Crown Lands uncertain and insecure..............
Your Committee consider that the welfare of the squatting system is entitled to every encouragement and consideration. The breeding of horses continues to occupy much attention, and a marked improvement is observable in the different breeds The number exported this year is less than in 1858; it must not however be supposed that this arises from any diminished ability to supply them. The lot sent to India by the Albuera in February last, appears to have given great satisfaction, and from the few casualties of which have occurred in shipments from this colony, it may be considered that the character of the colony, as a port of shipment to India, is fairly established. It behoves us therefore, in any future shipments, to be careful not to export any horses that are not of good quality, and suited for the purpose they are intended for.
...............The following gentlemen were then elected as a Committee for the ensuing year: Messrs. S. E Burges, J. H. Monger, Jun., S. S. Parker, C. Wittenoom, E. Meares, W. W. Hoops, J. Taylor, and J. W. Parker, Secretary.
A vote of thanks having been given to the Secretary Mr C. Wittenoom, and Mr Hardey, the Chairman, the Meeting broke up.
The Dinner was well attended, J. W. Hardey, Esq., filled the Chair, the usual loyal and agricultural toaets were given and responded to, and the guests went away well satisfied with the good cheer, provided by Mr Edgar, the landlord of the "York Hotel."
The York Races
At an early hour on Thursday, the 27th ult., York presented a lively appearance, carriages, gigs, spring carts, and ladies and gentlemen on horseback making their way to the Race Course, and on the arrival of the Governor the following races took place :
MAIDEN PLATE.
Mr J. Taylor's Floss Collium, aged.
Mr E. G. B. Lennard's Hattie Bone, 5 yrs. Mr G. M. Mearse's Beeswing, 2 yrs.
Floss Collium had this race all to himself. Beeswing, carrying 2 stone over weight, came in a good second. Battle Bone no where.
YORKSHIRE STAKES.
Mr J. T. Cooke's Salem, 6 yrs.
Mr J. H. Monger's Whalebone, aged. Mr J. T. Monger's None Such, aged.
This was a well contested race between Salem and Whalebone, Salem winning both heats by about a length.
The first heat of two miles, was run in 4 minutes and 10 seconds, second heat 4 minutes and 20 seconds.
GALLOWAY STAKES.
Mr W. Knott's Dublin.
Mr J. T. Cooke's Dandy Jim.
Mr J. Taylor's Young and Willing.
Dandy Jim came in the winner in both heats, Dublin second. Young and Willing bolted.
Ladies' purse.
Mr E. G. B. Lennard's Rattle Bone, 5 yrs. Mr J. T. Cooke's Salem, 5 yrs.
Mr J. T. Monger's Whalebone, aged.
This was a beautiful race between Whalebone and Salem. Salem winning the first heat, and the second being a dead heat, Mr Cooke drew his horse. Whalebone walked over the course,
HACK RACE.
Ten Horses started fer this race, and Mr. Andrew Dempster's mare Dutiful came in the winner.
After the above race a Hurry Scurry Race was got up, which ended the day's sport.
York Agricultural Society.
The show of Stock of the above Society was held in the Society's grounds on Wednesday, the 26th October His Excellency the Governor, the Colonial Secretary, Comptroller General, Sir A. Campbell, and many visitors from Perth and the neighbouring districts, were present. The show of Horses was not as numerous as usual, but some fine animals were exhibited. The Sheep Prizes were better contested, and Mr Lott's wethers maintained the same superiority they have always attained and defied competition. His Excellency the Governor kindly consented to act as one of the judges of the horses.
The following Prizes were awarded :
Best colonial bred entire cart horse: 1st prize, Mr Doncon ; 2nd do , Mr Monger.
Best colonial bred stallion for breeding from for the Indian market:
1st prize, Mr Brockman; 2nd do., Mr G. Meares.
Best colonial bred cart mare : lat prize, Mr Nairn 2nd do., Mr Taylor.
Best mare for breeding for Indian market: 1st, Mr S. Parker, sen.; 2nd Mr G. Meares. The judges considered that this class did not exhibit sufficient merit to entitle them to any prize.
Best pen of 20 lambs : 1st prize, Mr S Meares; 2nd do., Mr Lott.
Best pen of 10 wethers: 1st prize, Mr Lott; 2nd do., Mr C. Wittenoom.
Best pen of 10 ewe tegs : 1st prize, Mr S. Meares ; 2nd do., Mr Lott.
Best pen 10 ewes that have brought up lambs: 1st prize, Mr Lott; 2nd do., Mr S. Meares.
The Cattle shewn were not considered sufficiently good to take a prize, and only two were exhibited.
The Meeting was held at the York Hotel and was well attended, J. W. Hardey, Esq., M.L.C., in the chair, but want of space prevents us giving the proceedings in detail. The Rev. C. Clay having been elected a member of the Society, the following Report was read by the Secretary:- Report of the Committee of the York Agricultural Society, for the year ending 26th October, 1859........................................
The only remaining subject your Committee feel called upon specially to notice, and which was warmly discussed at a special meeting in September, is that portion of the New Land Regulations which proposes to abolish sale by auction ; it would be impossible, within the limits of this report, to enter into a discussion of so extensive a subject, but your Committee consider it their duty to record the opinion expressed at the Meeting above mentioned, that the abolition of sale by auction will militate strongly against the pastoral interest by interfering with the squatters, and rendering his tenure of Crown Lands uncertain and insecure..............
Your Committee consider that the welfare of the squatting system is entitled to every encouragement and consideration. The breeding of horses continues to occupy much attention, and a marked improvement is observable in the different breeds The number exported this year is less than in 1858; it must not however be supposed that this arises from any diminished ability to supply them. The lot sent to India by the Albuera in February last, appears to have given great satisfaction, and from the few casualties of which have occurred in shipments from this colony, it may be considered that the character of the colony, as a port of shipment to India, is fairly established. It behoves us therefore, in any future shipments, to be careful not to export any horses that are not of good quality, and suited for the purpose they are intended for.
...............The following gentlemen were then elected as a Committee for the ensuing year: Messrs. S. E Burges, J. H. Monger, Jun., S. S. Parker, C. Wittenoom, E. Meares, W. W. Hoops, J. Taylor, and J. W. Parker, Secretary.
A vote of thanks having been given to the Secretary Mr C. Wittenoom, and Mr Hardey, the Chairman, the Meeting broke up.
The Dinner was well attended, J. W. Hardey, Esq., filled the Chair, the usual loyal and agricultural toaets were given and responded to, and the guests went away well satisfied with the good cheer, provided by Mr Edgar, the landlord of the "York Hotel."
The York Races
At an early hour on Thursday, the 27th ult., York presented a lively appearance, carriages, gigs, spring carts, and ladies and gentlemen on horseback making their way to the Race Course, and on the arrival of the Governor the following races took place :
MAIDEN PLATE.
Mr J. Taylor's Floss Collium, aged.
Mr E. G. B. Lennard's Hattie Bone, 5 yrs. Mr G. M. Mearse's Beeswing, 2 yrs.
Floss Collium had this race all to himself. Beeswing, carrying 2 stone over weight, came in a good second. Battle Bone no where.
YORKSHIRE STAKES.
Mr J. T. Cooke's Salem, 6 yrs.
Mr J. H. Monger's Whalebone, aged. Mr J. T. Monger's None Such, aged.
This was a well contested race between Salem and Whalebone, Salem winning both heats by about a length.
The first heat of two miles, was run in 4 minutes and 10 seconds, second heat 4 minutes and 20 seconds.
GALLOWAY STAKES.
Mr W. Knott's Dublin.
Mr J. T. Cooke's Dandy Jim.
Mr J. Taylor's Young and Willing.
Dandy Jim came in the winner in both heats, Dublin second. Young and Willing bolted.
Ladies' purse.
Mr E. G. B. Lennard's Rattle Bone, 5 yrs. Mr J. T. Cooke's Salem, 5 yrs.
Mr J. T. Monger's Whalebone, aged.
This was a beautiful race between Whalebone and Salem. Salem winning the first heat, and the second being a dead heat, Mr Cooke drew his horse. Whalebone walked over the course,
HACK RACE.
Ten Horses started fer this race, and Mr. Andrew Dempster's mare Dutiful came in the winner.
After the above race a Hurry Scurry Race was got up, which ended the day's sport.
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