edges, clasps and bands. They also commend the neatness of work, and good taste in the arrangement of the Mosaic work on the volume of Lalla Rookh. To the binder is awarded the First Premium. No. 612, gold pens, by Benedict & Barney, deposited by John C., Farr, are neatly made, elastic, and pass the ink freely. A more extended use than a mere first trial is, however, necessary in order to determine how far they surpass other metallic pens. This being a rather new branch of manufacture in our country, we consider these pens worthy of the Third Premium. No. 1211, fancy printing by Howell Evans, is considered to merit the Third Premium. No. 148, specimens of fancy printing, by W. F. Geddes, are very commendable, and might have obtained a premium had they been deposited in time. No. 7, books by Cunningham & David, sustain the reputation of the binders, who received a medal last year. The judges speak favorably of No. 121, a lot of Osborn's water colors; No. 117, books, by G. S. Appleton; No. 129, leads and motto wafers, by H. Cohen & Co.; and No. 634, a lot of ink, by A. W Harrison, though they think an opinion should not be given of ink until it has withstood the test of time, and suggest that specimens of writing, done at least three months, should be deposited with each lot of ink, in order to show its quality of endurance. XVI.- Paper Hangings. But little competition appeared in this department. No. 119, a lot of papers and borders, made by Howell & Brothers, deposited by J. & J. C. Finn, are considered by the Committee as deserving the Second Premium. XVII.-Fine Arts. The display in this branch of the exhibition is inferior, with a few exceptions to any offered for several years. This may probably be owing to the opening of the exhibition of the Artists' Fund Society and Academy of the Fine Arts at the same time. The following is in general accordance with the report of the judges appointed on this subject. No. 1285, daguerreotypes by Simons & Collins. Some of these are equal to any specimens that we have seen in that branch of art, and are worthy of the First Premium. No. 1218, daguerreotypes by W. & F. Langenheim. rior, and deserving the First Premium. Very supe No. 1311, daguerreotypes by Van Loan & Mayall, superior and entitled to Third Premium. No. 41, copper plates for engravers, by J. Juery. Very excellent specimens of workmanship, which the committee consider worthy of the Second Premium. No. 1247, a bust of Washington, in marble, by F. H. Strecker. This is a work of fair merit, and entitles the maker to the Third Premium. No. 1268, penmanship by W. Rushton. Very superior both in execution and design, and deserving the Third Premium. No. 1284, stucco ornaments, by W. S. French, are considered good work for a pupil, and worthy of the Third Premium. The judges also speak favorably of No. 1209, crayon drawings by a pupil of the High school. No. 1279, pencil drawings by G. F. Solomon; and No. 1214, engraving and crayon drawing by A. S. Wagner. No. 1322 and 1327, very beautiful and accurate crayon drawings by Ph. Beaugureau, and by his son, a very young pupil, were deposited too late for competition, as were several other specimens in this department. XVIII.--Silver Ware and Jewelry. The number of articles deposited in this department, is comparatively small, and the committee have to express their regret that the manufacturers in this interesting and attractive branch have generally neglected to avail themselves of the opportunity thus afforded them to show their work and enter into competition for the honors of the Institute. No. 655, a plain silver tea set and octagon pitcher, in the lot of silver ware made and deposited by R. & W. Wilson, are considered as entitled to the First Premium. The Messrs. Wilson generally contribute largely to our exhibitions, and the work offered by them this year, in point of taste and workmanship, fully sustains their reputation for excellence. XIX. Bookbinders Work and Tools. The assortment of articles deposited under this head is very limited, but of considerable merit. The judges selected to examine this division recommend the following awards. No. 101, marbled paper, by Galbraith & Frost, Philadelphia, an article of the highest merit, which by its superior execution and finish has established its reputation in this country to the exclusion of that of foreign production. Being made at a price 40 or 50 per cent. cheaper than the imported, it has completely superseded all other. It is considered worthy of the First Premium. No. 126, specimens of chasing for embossing, by an apprentice, Eugene Wagner,-meriting commendation and encouragement. We therefore award to him the Second Premium. XX.-Marble Work. Notwithstanding the large amount of excellent marble work done in this city and its vicinity, our collection is small. The judges of this branch report as follows: No. 1509, marble mantel and polished slabs, by John Eckstein & Co. The mantel is of statuary marble, and is of good design and workmanship. The vine encircling the frieze and pilasters is well executed and the whole is creditable to the workmen. It is entitled to the Second Premium. The slabs are of domestic and foreign marble, highly polished by patent machinery. XXI.-Hats and Caps. This branch of domestic industry is generally well represented in our exhibitions, and this year, owing to the emulation existing among our enterprising hatters, the display is superior to any shown on former occasions. The improvement in manufacture is such that competition from abroad is scarcely thought of. English hats, formerly plentiful, are now seldom seen, and the Paris silk hats are only worn because they come from Paris, and not from any superiority they possess over those made in this country. The judges appointed to examine this department say that there are hats in the present exhibition so perfect that they are at a loss to conceive in what particular they are susceptible of improvement, combining as they do, all the excellencies of quality, color, finish, and trimming. These No. 952, nutria hats and chapeau, by Orlando Fish, N. Y. are splendid specimens of manufacture. The military hat is much. admired for the taste and neatness of its shape and trimmings-the First Premium. For silk hats, by the same maker, the Second Premium. No. 975, hats, by Sullender & Pascal, Philad. These makers have advanced their claim to public favor since the last exhibition, and from the taste displayed in the specimens exhibited, the judges think them entitled to consideration. To their beaver hats is awarded, the First Premium. No. 996, hats of different kinds, by Bertrand Ross, Philad. All splendid specimens of the art. The judges think that the silk hat in this collection exceeds all others for the beauty of its finish, its lightness, its freedom from imperfections on the closest scrutiny, and in fact all the combinations necessary to form a perfect hat. It is entitled to the First Premium. No. 998, silk hats and velvet caps, by John Hile, Philad. These are very excellent specimens of silk hats, free from that stiffness or hardness formerly accompanying this kind of goods, and possessing the softness and pliability of a fine beaver hat. The caps are very beautiful. For the hats we award the Second Premium. No. 1022, hats, by Andrew McCalla, Philad. Handsome specimens; well made, finished and trimmed. The nutria hat in this case is deemed worthy of the Second Premium. No. 1042, hats, by Emmor Kimber, Jr., Philad. which do him credit for their workmanship. The "Friend's hat" is considered as deserving of the Second Premium. No. 1041, hats and fancy caps, by James Hunt, Philad. Excellent specimens of manufacture, and entitled to the Third Premium. No. 1043, hats and caps, by Bartalot & Blinn, Philad. The key of this case was not furnished to the judges, and they were of course precluded from making a proper examination. From what they saw, however, they infer that a closer inspection might have entitled these goods to at least the Third Premium. No. 1016, muffs, mantillas, boas, &c., a lot of fur goods, from Geo. F. Womrath, Philad., of beautiful workmanship; worthy of the Third Premium. The judges speak favorably of No. 945, hats by Post & Miller; No. 983, by Samuel Hudson; No. 987, wool hats by J. Miller; No. 990, hats, by Edward Hunter; No. 991, a Friends' hat, by B. H. Lightfoot, and No. 1036, hats by O. Brooks. The key of case No. 1023, hats, by Britton & Clery, was not left with the judges, but from outward observation they appear creditable. No. 1034, fur goods by Solis & Brother, appear to be well made. A number of hats were deposited after the time prescribed by the rules, and consequently were not entered on the list furnished to the judges. Of these, the hats of Oakford, Walton, and Bulkley, are respectively creditable to them as manufacturers of long standing, and in keeping with their well earned reputation. Mr. John Simpson has added much to the interest of the Exhibition by enabling visitors to witness, in the lower saloon, the ingenious process of making hats. For this, and his general attention, he merits the thanks of the Institute, and in the opinion of the judges and the Committee, he deserves for the chapeau and the hats actually fabricated in the Exhibition rooms, the First Premium. XXII.-Combs and Brushes. The assortment deposited is not large, and the judges express their regret that there seems to be so little disposition to enter into competition in this line. Some of the paint and other brushes are very well made; but nothing being exhibited which shows improvement over former displays, no awards have been made. XXIII.-Coach Work. In accordance with the report of the judges selected to examine this department, the Committee make the following awards. No. 1537 and 1543, a rockaway wagon, and Spanish volante, by William Dunlap, of Philad. Excellent articles in workmanship, symmetry, and taste. Deserving of the First Premium. No. 1565, dray wheels and axle, by Wm. Snyder, Philad. strongly made, and most excellent workmanship. Worthy of the Second Premium. The judges notice as creditable specimens, No. 1545, a child's carriage, by Wm. Kennedy; No. 1585, a velocipede, &c., by H. H. Brown; No. 1615, model of a carriage brake, by Richard J. Lamborn; No. 1620, willow carriages for youth, by P. Simpson, deposited by E. H. Jones; No. 1625, velocipede, by B. M. Edenborn; No. 1662, a model carriage, by Richard Stanwood, Frankford, Pa. No. 1677, a very neat and well finished sleigh, by Geo. W. Wagner, of Roxborough, Philad. County, was deposited too late to come within the rule for entering on the judges' lists. XXIV. Leather and Morocco. In variety and quantity, this important branch of our home manufactures was fairly represented. Careful and skilful judges were selected, who, after diligent examination, recommend the following awards. No. 340, sole leather, by W. H. Crawford, the Second Premium. No. 341, sole leather, by C. R. Williams, the Second Premium. The judges remark that they perceive little or no difference in the quality of these two lots of leather; both being of the best kind, well filled with the tannin principle, and remarkable for solidity and firmness, particularly in the shoulders and offal parts of the hide, which is the great characteristic in good sole leather. No. 370, calf skins, by Henry M. Crawford. Very superior both in material and workmanship; combining great softness and pliability with fineness of texture, firmness and solidity. Worthy of the Second Premium. No. 397, split leather, by Samuel Hall; a very superior article, fine and pliable. Deserving of the Second Premium. No. 394, enamelled chaise hide, by John Chadwick, Newark, N. J., deposited by H. & G. Fricke. Although not so large as other specimens, yet the workmanship and finish show great care and skill. It is considered as entitled to the Third Premium. No. 364, rub kid morocco, by G. & H. Moore. A superior article for solidity and firmness, pliability, softness and polish. To which is awarded the Third Premium. The other specimens exhibited are considered as creditable; but not entitled to a particular award. A lot of Japanned leather, No. 426, by the Boston Manufac. Co., deposited by S. W. Patten, came too late for entry on the judges' list. It is a fine and sound article. XXV.-Boots and Shoes. This department of the Exhibition is creditable to the depositors on account of the quality and style of the goods, though a greater variety of ladies' shoes would have been desirable. The judges appointed to examine this branch remark, that, although they admit and admire the adaptation of skill in this department of the mechanic arts to suit the varying mode of fashion, yet they discover the development of no new principle, by the advancement of which former competitors are eclipsed, or superior advantage derived to the public. No. 362, ladies' gaiter boots, by H. F. & W. Rodney. Fine articles of good quality and style; creditable to the makers as samples of manufacture. Entitled to the Third Premium. No. 359, ladies' shoes and gaiter boots, by C. Fontaine. Fine dress articles, rather than for common wear and general utility. As such, they are considered to be the best exhibited, and merit the Third Premium. No. 312, gentlemen's fancy and fine dress boots and gaiters, by S. |