Ipswich Journal 1 Sep 1883: Slater ram sold
Mr. H. Biddell, M.P., whose appreciation of the Suffolk breed is widely known, having previously volunteered his services, now conducted the sale of the rams. The highest price of the day was obtained for a magnificent ram lamb consigned in a lot of 10 by Mr. Slater, jnr., Trumpington. His splendid proportions excited a keen competition for his ownership, and after a contest between Mr. R. Garrett and Mr. Marsh, he was knocked down to Mr. Marsh for the sum of 26 guineas.