Hon. Sec.
Captain E. M. Shaw.
The engines were divided into two classes, the large class consisting of those weighing over 30 cwts., and not exceeding 60 cwts. and the small class of those not exceeding 30 cwts.
The prizes offered were 250l. for the best engine, and 100l. for the second best, in each class.
The chief points to which the Committee directed their attention, in addition to the consideration of cost and weight, were those relating to the general efficiency of the machines as fire-engines, combining among other points of excellence—
Rapidity in raising and generating steam.
Facility of drawing water.
Volume thrown.
Distance to which it can be projected with the least amount of loss.