Description
On their way to Northern Ireland for the International Ploughing Competition, the Canadian team stopped in London, Cornwall, and northern England. They arrived in Newquay, Cornwall, by train. According to Moses, “the long train ride from London to Newquay (250 miles) was somewhat of a surprise to our party for we were under the impression that England was very small”Cornwall”is a very beautiful part of the country. The weather is mild and pleasant the year round. From my window I can see the well-kept hedged farms. I can also see another unusual sight for me – the tide coming in by degrees from the Atlantic Ocean into.a tiny inlet. It is fascinating to watch it rolling and to know that in a matter of 12 hours the water will be 15 or 20 feet higher.” The team participated in the West England Plowing Match and their appearance contributed to the “largest receipts in the Association’s history. This will give you some idea of just how popular our Canadian plowmen are over here.”
Bibliographic sources
Elliot Moses, “Canadian Ploughmen Abroad,” no. 2, p.4-5, Elliot Moses Files, vol. 1, file 2, Libraries and Archives Canada.