in view of the marked improvement evidenced by this exhibition, and would highly commend the exhibitors for their energy and good taste in bringing forward this valuable branch of industry. For display of cotton batting, first premium awarded to Col. M. Flanigan; for handsomest display of carpets, T. F. Abbott; for best and handsomest 5 hearth rugs, T. F. Abbott; for best and handsomest 5 door mats, T. F. Abbott; for finest display of curtains, T. F. Abbott; for finest display of oil cloths, T. F. Abbott; for white woolen blankets, T. F. Abbott. PHILO PARSONS, Committee. CLASS XLIV-ARTICLES OF DRESS. Mrs. W. H. Cleveland, Adrian, one gent's dressing gown, $3; Bottomley & Loud, Romeo, hoop skirts, 1st, dip. B. H. WELTON, Committtee. CLASS XLV-ARTICLES OF LEATHER AND INDIA RUBBER. A. R. Morgan, Detroit, specimens of gent's cowhide boots, 1st, $1; A. R. Morgan, Detroit, specimens of ladies' winter shoes, 1st, $1; Geo. Rice & Co., Detroit, 1 pair gent's summer boots, 1st, $1; Geo. Rice & Co., Detroit, display of boots and shoes, medal; R. H. Fyfe, Detroit, 1 pair gent's winter boots, 1st, $1; R. H. Fyfe, Detroit, 1 pair ladies' summer walking shoes, 1st, $1; R. H. Fyfe, Detroit, 1 pair ladies' slippers, 1st, $1; R. H. Fyfe, Detroit, 1 pair gent's slippers, 1st, $1; Croul Brothers, Detroit, display of leather belting, dip; Croul Brothers, Detroit, display of lace leather, dip; Wolf Brothers, Detroit, 1 traveling trunk, 1st, $2; Wolf Brothers, Detroit, display of traveling trunks, 1st, $2; Wolf Brothers, Detroit, 1 traveling bag, 1st, dip; Wolf Brothers, Detroit, display of traveling bags, 1st, $2; Wolf Brothers, Detroit, 1 ladies' satchel, 1st, $1; Wolf Brothers, Detroit, display of traveling baskets, $2; Wolf Brothers, Detroit, 1 valise, 1st, $1; Geo. Washer, Romeo, 1 trace buckle (Fillmore patent), dip. S. S. WICKS,. Committee. CLASS XLVI-FURNITURE MADE IN MICHIGAN. Geo. Smith, Detroit, 1 billiard table, 2d, dip; Detroit Chair Factory, 1 set cane seat parlor chairs, 1st, $3; Detroit Chair Factory, 1 cane seat easy chair, 1st, dip; Detroit Chair Factory, display of cane seat chairs, dip; Henry Weber, Detroit, 1 billiard table, dip., for first-class workmanship; Henry Weber, Detroit, 1 set chamber furniture, 1st, $10 and dip; Henry Weber, Detroit, 1 bureau, $3 and dip; Henry Weber, Detroit, 1 sofa, 1st, $3 and dip; Henry Weber, Detroit, 1 set parlor chairs, 1st, $3 and dip; Henry Weber, Detroit, display of parlor or drawing-room furniture, 1st, $10 and dip; Henry Weber, Detroit, one easy chair, 1st, $5 and dip; Henry Weber, Detroit, 1 side-board, 1st, $3 and dip; Whipple Manufacturing Company, Detroit, 1 spring bed-bottom, 1st, dip; Whipple Manufacturing Company, Detroit, 1 car seat, 1st, dip; Whipple Manufacturing Company, Detroit, 1 carriage seat, dip; L. Cahill, Kalamazoo, 1 spiral spring bed, 2d, dip; A. Dondero, Detroit, 1 willow table, 1st, $5; A. Dondero, Detroit, 1 willow arm chair, 1st, $5; A. Dondero, Detroit, 1 willow ladies' sewing chair, 1st, $5; A. Dondero, Detroit, 1 willow workstand, 1st; Jay C. Taylor, Ann Arbor, 1 spring bed-bottom, 3d, dip; Whipple Manufacturing Company, Detroit, 1 car seat, dip; Yeaton & Swain, Detroit, 1 sofa bed, 1st, dip; Yeaton & Swain, Detroit, 1 bed lounge, 1st, dip; C. Schulenberg & Co., Detroit, 1 billiard table, 1st, medal; C. Schulenberg & Co., Detroit, display of billiard table work, dip; Bowerman & Dart, Coldwater, 1 sash lock, dip. HENRY GILBERT, R. L. ROOT, Committee. CLASS XLVII-FURNITURE NOT MADE IN THE STATE. Manly & Calklin, Detroit, 12 cane-seat chairs, 2d and diploma; Smith & Guiterman, Detroit, 1 mattress for bed, elastic sponge, diploma; Smith & Guiterman, Detroit, display of elastic pillows, diploma; Smith & Guiterman, Detroit, 1 display of elastic sponge church cushion, diploma; Smith & Guiterman, Detroit, 1 display of elastic sponge chair cushion, dip; J. R. Hathaway, Westfied, N. Y., 1 metallic burial case, dip; J. R. Hathaway, Westfield, N. Y., 1 metallic burial case, dip. HENRY GILBERT, C. H. WETTON. Committee. CLASS XLVIII-ORNAMENTAL IRON WORK. C. D. Strubel, Detroit, 1 ornamental case iron vase, on pedestal, 1st, $1; C. D. Strubel, Detroit, 1 iron chair, 1st, $1; C. D. Strubel, Detroit, 1 display of rustic work, 1st, $2; C. D. Strubel, Detroit, 1 iron settee, dip; C. D. Strubel, Detroit, one ornamental vase within pedestal, dip; E. T. Barnum, Detroit, one wire counter railing for banking offices, dip; E. T. Barnum, Detroit, one cloth landscape and ornamental window screen, dip. C. T. MITCHELL, Committee. CLASS XLIX-SEWING MACHINES. J. V. D. Eldridge & Co., Detroit, best machine for manufacturing purposes, medal; M. B. Cook, Detroit, best and most elegant display of machines, dip; M. B. Cook, Detroit, best double thread sewing machine for family use, medal; M. B. Cook, Detroit, best display of family and fancy work done by one machine, medal. O. HOSFORD, MRS. FOWLER, H. H. COLE, H. E. PHELPS, Committee. DIVISION H-PAINTINGS AND STATUARY. CLASS L-PAINTINGS. Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, best collection of oil paintings by a resident of Michigan, 1st, medal and $5; Bessie Webster, Detroit, collection of oil paintings by a resident of Michigan, 2d, $3; John W. Combs, Detroit, best collection of statuary, 1st, medal and $5; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, best painting in oil, 1st, $8; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, painting in oil, 2d, $3; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, best animal portrait, 1st, $5; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, best landscape painting, 1st, $5; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, landscape painting, 2d, $3; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, best original water color painting, 1st, $3; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, 2d best original water color painting, 2d, $2; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, best painting in oil by amateur artist, 1st, $8; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, 2d best painting in oil by amateur artist, 2d, $3; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, best animal piece in oil by amateur artist, 1st, $5; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, 2d best animal piece in oil by amateur artist, 2d, $3; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, best landscape painting by amateur artist, 1st, $5; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, 2d best landscape painting by amateur artist, 2d, $3; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, best fruit or flower piece in oil by amateur artist, 1st, $3; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, 2d best fruit or flower piece in oil by amateur artist, 2d, $2; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, best original water color painting by amateur artist, 1st, $3; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, original water color painting by amateur artist, 2d, $2; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, best specimen of statuary, 1st, medal; John W. Combs, Detroit, 2d best specimen of statuary, 2d, 3; Joseph Aerts, best carving in wood, 1st, dip. and $2; Joseph Aerts, Detroit, 2d best carving in wood, 2d, $3; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, best collection of chromo lithographs, 1st, $5; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, best specimen of fresco painting, 1st, $5; Dean, Brow & Co., Detroit, 2d best specimen of fresco painting, 2d, $3; Atkinson & Morris, Detroit, best graining or marbling, 1st, $5; Dean, Brow & Co., 2d best graining or marbling, 2d, $3; Goldsmith, Bryant & Stratton, best specimen of ornamental penmanship, 1st, dip; Goldsmith, Bryant & Stratton, Detroit, best specimen of business or commercial penmanship, 1st, diploma; Chas. E. Sutherland, Romeo, best specimens as a collection of photographs, 1st, $5; Ira Mayhew, A. M., Mayhew's University, Detroit, book-keeping, diploma; Mrs. Hanly, Detroit, pen and ink drawing (Faust and Margaret), medal and $5; L. W. Carr, Detroit, steel engraving by Samuel Sartain, (Christ stilling the tempest,) diploma and $5; John F. Geill, Ann Arbor, collection of maps, diploma; J. B. Billings, Detroit, specimens of marbleized slate (mantels and panels), diploma. Among the works of art, two paintings in oil by Edward Gay, of New York, and exhibited by H. E. Burt, of Detroit, are deserving of a special notice, and although not entered for competition, compare favorably with any of the best works exhibited by professional artists. REV. G. S. CHASE, M. H. MCCHESNEY, Committee. CLASS LI-CLOCKS, JEWELRY, ETC. James A. Foster, specimen of artificial limbs, dip; F. Rolshoven, Detroit, 1 case of hair jewelry, 1 silver bouquet, 1 silver set of jewelry, 1st, dip. and $5; S. Kuhlman & Co., Detroit I case of surgical and dental instruments, display of trusses, bandages and supporters, 1st, dip. and $2; Wheeler and Dolbear, Detroit, exhibition of silver or plated ware, manufactured by exhibitors, dip. and $5; P. & M. Fisher, Detroit, exhibition of silver or plated ware, 1 silver soup ladle, and 1 silver filligree card receiver, dis., $3; P. & M. Fisher, Detroit, 1 French marble block, dip; Albert Fisher, Detroit, 1 locomotive, "Washington," dip; Detroit Glass Works, Detroit, specimen of Michigan glass, manufactured from materials in the State, diploma; B. Briody, Detroit, 1 case of artificial limbs, $2; F. Stearns, 1 collection of scales and balances, 1st, diploma; E. T. Barnum, Detroit, display of club skates, 1st, diploma; E. T. Barnum, Detroit, general display of wire goods, 1st, dip; L. Black & Co., Detroit, mathematical instruments, 1st, dip. and $2; L. Black & Co., Detroit, 1 barometer, 1st, dip. and $3; L. Black & Co., Detroit, thermometer for all use, 1st, dip; George W. Latimer, Detroit, collection of burial cases, dip; G. R. Thomas, Detroit, dental work, dip. M. B. ANDREWS, Committee. SPECIAL REPORT ON GLASS MADE IN MICHIGAN. The specimens of glass presented by the Detroit Glass Works, being the first samples of this important manufacture ever exhibited to the Michigan State Agricultural Society, and the importance of this product to the industrial resources of the State being recognized, a special committee was appointed, who made the following report: The special committee, appointed by the President of the Michigan State Agricultural Society, take pleasure in making the following report on the above articles: We find that, for smoothness of surface, whiteness of color and brilliancy, it compares favorably with the best descriptions produced in other States, and is superior to the imported glass, with which our markets have hitherto been too freely supplied. It appears that the raw material required in the manufacture of glass is found in abundance in our own State; and it is gratifying to know that extensive glass works have been established here, giving employment to our own artiThe specimens of glass examined by your committee domonstrate that we have not only the best raw material, but the skilled labor required to produce a superior quality of glass, and these conditions give assurance and promise that this great and useful industry will expand in our midst, and keep pace with the rapid growth of the Northwest. It is believed that with tariff laws affording suitable protection to American labor, we can compete successfully with foreign countries in the production of glass. We recommend that a diploma be awarded to the Detroit Glass Works. sans. CLASS LII-FANCY AND NEEDLE WORK. Mrs. E. Perkins, Birmingham, corner bracket of shell work, 1st, $3; Mrs. M. E. Hude, Detroit, wax flowers, Jst, $3; Mrs. M. E. Hude, Detroit, leather-work, 1st, $3; L. Beauchamp, Detroit lace manufactory, cushion, 1st, $5 and dip; R. C. Wilson, Detroit, hair jewelry, 1st, $3; R. C. Wilson, Detroit, ladies' and gent's hair wigs, 1st, $2 and dip; R. C. Wilson, Detroit, hair-work, $2; Mrs. L. Beauchamp, Detroit, tatting yoke, 1st, $2; Mrs. L. Beauchamp, Detroit, work box, 1st, $2; Mrs. M. P. Hude, Detroit, largest collection of embroidery, 1st, $6; Mrs. M. P. Hude, Detroit, silk embroidery, 1st, $3; Mrs. M. P. Hude, Detroit, flannel embroidery, 1st, $3; Mrs. M. P. Hude, Detroit, braided work, 2d, $2; Mrs. M. P. Hude, Detroit, infant's cloak, 1st, $2; Mrs. M. P. Hude, Detroit, child's sack, 1st, $2; Mrs. M. P. Hude, Detroit, display of embroidered handkerchiefs, 1st, $2; Mrs. M. P. Hude, Detroit, cheniel work, 2d, $1; F. Leslie, Dearborn, darned stockings, 1st, $1 and dip; J. Rogers, Detroit, silk embroidery, 1st, $3; J. Rogers, cheniel work, 1st, $1; J. Rogers, Detroit, basket of wax flowers, 2d, $2; Dr. Oakley, Detroit, slipper case, 1st, $2; Dr. Oakley, Detroit, worsted pin cushion, 2d, $2; Edith Clark, Ecorse, crotchet mats, 1st, $3; James Hough, Detroit, shell work box, 1st, $3; M. EBrenner, Detroit, crochet chair cover, 1st, $3; C. Sarchen, Detroit, ornamental wreath, 2d, $1; James Brown, Detroit, chair cover, 1st, $3; Wm. Keith, Detroit, tatting tidy cover, ist, $3; Mrs. Wm. McKenna, Detroit, child's Afghan robe, $2; Mrs. S. P. Wilcox, Detroit, sea shell and moss wreath, 1st, $2; Mrs. S. P. Wilcox, Detroit, sea shell and moss cross, 1st, $2; Mrs. S. P. Wilcox, sea shell and moss anchor, 1st, $2; Hortense Messe, Detroit, embroidered night dress, 1st, $3; Hortense Messe, Detroit, embroidered chemise, 1st, $2; Hortense Messe, Detroit, embroidered skirt, 1st, dip. and $3; Hortense Messe, Detroit, sack, 1st, and braided cushion, 1st, $3; Joseph Keusch, Detroit, pine work, horn of plenty, 1st, $3; Minnie A. Beck, Detroit, farmer's wreath, 1st, $2; Robena Ann Morgan, Detroit, two wreaths, special, $2; Michael Dunn, Detroit, seed wreath, 1st, $2; Mrs. W. H. Cleveland, Adrian, braided dress, 1st, $3; Mrs. W. H. Cleveland, Adrian, child's Afghan robe, 1st, $3; Mrs. W H. Cleveland, Adrian, beaded mat, 1st, $3; Mrs. W. H. Cleveland, Adrian, crotchet tidy, 1st, $3; Mrs. W. H. Cleveland, Adrian, tatting tidy, 2d, $2; Mrs. W. H. Clevelend, Adrian, gent's crotchet scarf, 1st, $2; A. M. Aubl, Adrian, large Afghan robe, 2d, $2; Mrs. Jared Patchen, Detroit, worsted arm chair, 2d, $2; Mrs. Jared Patchen, worsted camp case, 1st, $2; J. A. Goodsell & Co., Detroit, display of patterns for ladies and children, 1st, $2; Mrs. W. L. Berry, Detroit, collection of bead work, 1st, $5; Mrs. P. Hude, Detroit, embroidered letter case, 1st, $2; Mrs. P. Hude, Detroit, embroidered yoke, 2d, $1; Mrs. P. Hude, Detroit, infant's quilt, 2d, $1; Mrs. P. Hude, Detroit, pin cushion, 2d, $1; Mrs. E. B. Newhall, Detroit, braided pin cushion, 1st, $2; Miss Mary E Newton, Roseville, cone basket, 1st, $2; Miss Nettie Lansing, Detroit, 2 crotchet sacks, 1st, $3; Miss Nettie Lansing, Detroit, bead cushion, 2d, $1; Miss Nettie Lansing, Detroit, child's embroidered skirt, 1st, $2; Miss Nettie Lansing, Detroit, 4 shirts, made by girls 9 and 11 years old, 1st, $3; Mary J. Roche, Detroit, 2 hair wreaths, 1st, $2; Mary J. Roche, Detroit, Afghan robe, 1st, $3; Patrick Benninghall, Detroit, basket worsted flowers, 1st, $3; Nettie W. Meriman, Jackson, worsted picture, 1st, $2; Ellen Luscom, Detroit, crotchet shawl, 1st, $3; Mrs. P. Hude, Detroit, 1 pair embroidered pillow cases, 1st, $2, K. Whitcomb, Detroit, case of leather flowers, 1st, $2; Mrs. P. Hude, Detroit, embroidered sheet, 1st, $3; F. L. Beckwith, Cassopolis, flannel embroidery, 1st, $3; Mrs. Lucy Bloodgood, Cassopolis, embroidered pin cushion, 1st, $2; Mrs. E. H. Field, Detroit, crotchet tidy and shawl, $2. Mrs. L. Beauchamp, added much to the interest of this department in the exhibition of the manufacturing of lace. Very much credit is due to Mrs. E. H. Fields for her untiring exertions and perseverance in putting up and arranging every article brought to her department from first to last. She stood to her post doing her whole duty to the last. Such services are worthy of notice. E. S. SILL, MRS. E. H. FIELD, MRS. W. G. BECKWITH, Committee. DIVISION_I CLASS LIV-FLOWERS, PROFESSIONAL. Hiram Simpson, Adrian, greatest variety of roses, 2d, $3; Hiram Simpson, Adrian, greatest variety of seeding dahlias, dis.; Hiram Simpson, Adrian, collection and display of German Asters, 2d, $2; Hiram Simpson, Adrian, greatest variety of verbenas, 2d, $2; Hiram Simpson, Adrian, seedling verbenas not previously exhibited, 1st, $2; Hiram Simpson, Adrian, round bouquet, 2d, $1; Hiram Simpson, Adrian, collection of zinnias, dis., $2; Hubbard & Davis, Detroit, 20 green house plants, 2d, $5; Hubbard & Davis, Detroit, 10 green house plants, 2d, $3; Hubbard & Davis, Detroit, greatest variety of flowers, 2d, $6; Hubbard & Davis, Detroit, greatest variety of dahlias, 2d, $2; Hubbard & Davis, Detroit, collection of Perennial Phloxes, 1st, $2; Hubbard & Davis, Detroit, collection of seedling Phloxes, 1st, $2; Hubbard & Davis, Detroit, greatest variety of Verbenas, 1st, $3; Hubbard & Davis, greatest collection of seedlings, 2d, $2; Wm. Adair, Detroit, 20 green house plants, 1st, $5; Wm. Adair, Detroit, best |