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Story February 9, 1890

Los Angeles Daily Herald

Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California

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Preparations for the Citrus Fair advance with letters from Ventura and Glendora promising displays. Over $3000 raised in funds. Detailed premium list published for citrus fruit exhibits by county, locality, and individual, plus nuts, oils, and dried fruits. Entries due by March 10.

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THE CITRUS FAIR.

The Premium List Published—General Interest Aroused.

Superintendent Gray, of the Citrus Fair, yesterday received a letter from Hon. S. M. Easley, of Ventura, announcing that that county proposed to send a good display to the fair and would expect ample space. A communication was also received from S. S. Buckland, at Glendora. He says that the people of that district are preparing to take a hand in the undertaking. Very favorable reports are coming in from all directions. Eugene Germain having received more than $2500 on his guarantee fund subscription list, has abated his efforts. Over $3000 has been raised in all.

The premium list has been prepared and printed. It is as follows:

CLASS 1.

For best exhibit of citrus fruits from any county—First premium, $500; second, $200; third, $150.

CLASS 2.

For best exhibit of citrus fruits from any locality—First premium, $200; second, $100; third, $75.

CLASS 3.

For best exhibit by an individual of Washington navel oranges—First premium, $150; second, $75; third, $50.

CLASS 4.

For best exhibit by an individual of budded oranges other than Washington navels—First premium, $150; second, $75; third, $50.

CLASS 5.

For best exhibit by an individual of seedling oranges—First premium, $150; second, $75; third, $50.

CLASS 6.

For best exhibit by an individual of budded lemons—First premium, $100; second, $50; third, $25.

CLASS 7.

For best specimens, not less than one box, of Washington navel oranges—First premium, $50; second, $25.

CLASS 8.

For best variety of budded lemons, not less than one box—First premium, $50; second, $25.

CLASS 9.

For best variety of late budded oranges, not less than one box—Premium, $25.

CLASS 10.

For best exhibit of Japanese varieties of oranges—First premium, $15; second, $10.

CLASS 11.

For best exhibit of limes—Premium, $10.

CLASS 12.

For best exhibit of citrons—Premium, $5.

CLASS 13.

For best exhibit of shaddocks or pomalos—Premium, $50.

CLASS 14.

For best exhibit of orange wine—by maker—Premium, $30.

Nuts, olive oil, dried fruits, and raisins will be received on exhibition. It is hoped to be able to offer a special premium for these before the fair opens.

The management ask that exhibits be entered at once, and that exhibitors specify as soon as possible what space they desire.

A schedule of rules has been prepared.

Exhibits must all be delivered by 6 p. m. on the 10th of March. Competitors must be producers in all cases except that of orange wine, which may be entered by the maker.

What sub-type of article is it?

Historical Event

What themes does it cover?

Triumph

What keywords are associated?

Citrus Fair Premium List Exhibits Fundraising Ventura County Glendora Washington Navel Oranges

What entities or persons were involved?

Superintendent Gray Hon. S. M. Easley S. S. Buckland Eugene Germain

Where did it happen?

Ventura, Glendora

Story Details

Key Persons

Superintendent Gray Hon. S. M. Easley S. S. Buckland Eugene Germain

Location

Ventura, Glendora

Event Date

10th Of March

Story Details

Preparations for the Citrus Fair include announcements of displays from Ventura and Glendora counties, fundraising exceeding $3000, and a published premium list for various citrus exhibits with cash prizes. Entries must be delivered by March 10.

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