Port Phillip Farmers Society Mowing Machine Trials
The Port Phillip Farmers Society held a competitive trial of one and two horse reaping machines at Dewar’s on Deep Creek Road near Melbourne. Rain plus delays extended operations. Robinson’s one horse machine excelled, completing acres in 1 hour 43 minutes, earning the gold medal. The two-horse trials saw Anders’ team win the society prize of 10 sovs for fastest combined mower and reaper, while multiple firms entered side and back delivery models with varied times and prizes awarded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Phillip
Melbourne
Skilling
Ofa
James Madders
T. Robinson
Madders
Mesara
Robinson
Eash
Tor
Anders
Mesars
Henderson and Co.’s
Moodie and Gibb
Mesasra, Robinson and Co
Thor
A. K. Smith
A.E
Thomas
Jaq
Pentland Hills
James Maddern
Messrs
Henderson On
Moodie and
Gibbs
T. Robinson and Co
Mesare
Annual Meeting of the Victorian Horticultural Society
The Victorian Horticultural Society held its annual general meeting at the Mechanics Institute to receive the committee report and elect a new management for the year. The report praised government support and outlined plans for a 25 acre experimental garden, with subscribers promised equivalent value, plant and seed distribution, and a broadened horticultural program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victorian Horticultural Society
Mechanics’ Institute
D. M'Anrava
W. Cuanxz
Mesers
T. C. Cole
Dallachy
Scott
Richmond
Prahran
Hawthorne
Boroondara
Department of Land and Works
Great Britain
Telenos
America
Friends of Horticultural Progress
Ardens
Europe
India
Botanic Gardens
Ebden
Legislative Assembly
Metropolitan
Horticultural Society of Victoria
D. C
F. Palmer
Joanson
Sporr
Mueller
J. H. Power
M.L.C
Society
Canson
Melbourne
Parenas
Cantuman
Messrs
J. H. Brooke
W. Clarke
Henry Box
D. M.dougal
D. Johnson
W. Holt
Jallaby
James Gill
W. Sangster
M. O'Grady
Messrs. Carson and
Adamson
Carson
Parcnas
O'Gaapy
Poncuas
Enpun
Hawthorn
Prakrai
Sandridge Regatta Delays and Exhilarating Yacht Racing
A bustling Sandridge regatta attracted a large crowd despite uneven attendance on shore. The day featured a lively series of races from light to strong winds, with the Princess Royal and Psyche among notable contenders. The main yacht race saw Mystery and Psyche lead early, a collision of tact and seamanship, and a final finish that crowned the Tenxer after a tightly fought contest.
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Sandridge
Henry Barkly
Geslong
Kid
Fox
Saverna Boata
Prise
Webb
Sylph
Shelduck
Jupiter
Week
Eblana
Brown
Princess Royal
Daniel
Kent
Wigram
Tun Nicnotoon
William Nicholson
Robertann
Kitty Darling
Horton
George
Whie Rose
Riley
Grace Darling
Tempest
Cotuine
Thomas Riley
Blanche Barkly
Pride of Erin
George Gs Td Vame
Grace Darling v. Kiley
Geelong
Paycho
Eclipse
Southern Cross
Hobson's Bay
Investmenta Mande
St. Kilda
Gellibrand’s Point
Alfred Holland
Richard Banner
Banner
Latimer and Robertson
Mr. Jewess
Messrs
Ingles
Adan
Gresham
Howe
Mr. Nulley
Heath and Jackson
Psyche
Jib
Payehe
Messenges
Red Joyner
Vencer
Myst
Messenger
Red Jacket
South Cross
Vegetay Oh. Om
Fe Lown
Moersennes
Neusheny Cross
Mr. Smith
Riles Ward
Dale
Teindw
Simatiie
Bolton
Teazer
Morgan
Blackston
Elliots
Gil
Also Mentioned on This Page
Port ‘Phillip
Farmers’ Society
the Horticultural Society OF Victoria
Sandridge Regatta
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