THE MATAMATA SHOW

Matamata Record, Volume II, Issue 73, 23 March 1918, Page 3

THE MATAMATA SHOW

LIST OF OFFICERS. Patron: Hon. W. H. Herries, M.P.; president: Mr I. H. McNair; vice-presidents: Messrs J. W. Simpson and H. E. Porritt; committee: Messrs E. 0. Banks, S. Gunn, A. Bowler, H. Rollett, W. S. Wilson, W. Egan, 0. D. Rollett, J. Pohlen, B. C. Taylor, J. Price, J. Cranswick, E. Bowler, M. Madill, B. Schwarz and A. J. Ferguson; auditor: Mr B. C. Taylor; secretary and treasurer: Mr B. Blennerliassett. For several days this week it seemed that the great efforts of the committee and secretary of the Matamata A. and P. Association to make the eighth annual show the greatest yet held were doomed to failure on account of weather conditions. This was the only thing which could mar the occasion because entries far more numerous than anything yet anticipated had been received, and among them were the best horses and specimens of cattle in the province. Thursday morning broke with a little dullness, but before townspeople were out of bed the indications were for a perfect day, and so it turned out to be. With fine weather prevailing it was but to be expected that the attendance would be large, as the show has gained a reputation for itself throughput the Waikato and Thames Valley. Generally speaking the arrangements for the annual fixture were admirableasfar as the presUlqpJL (Mr I. McNair) and the secretary (Mrß. Blennerhassett) were concerned. Both worked well in their respective positions, and thoroughly deserved the encomiums passed to them. _ That they were associated with the most successful show yet held at Matamata is an undisputed fact, and in stating so it is praise enough. .Even before judging was commenced there was a large attendance, and an air of gaiety was over all. This condition was brought about probably by the presence again of the Hamilton band, but the general brightness and bustle from the merry-go-round and side shows also added its part. Matamata was particularly well biessed this year with side shows, and the patronage extended to them demonstrated the fact that the executive’s decision ’ to allow the “ show-people ” on the ground met with the people’s approval. “All the fun of the fair” prevailed, and the children at least had a time such as never previously has been experienced in Matamata. Among the visitors to arrive early on the ground was the Hon. W. H. Herries, M.P., member for Tauranga, who seldom (if ever) has missed a Matamata show. His smiling countenance is one that the people expect to meet at every Matamata show, and thus it is that he is always so busily engaged with various prominent people throughout the day. Later he was joined by a co-parliamentarian, Mr J. A. Young, who is also in frequent attendance on show day. As far as the actual- competitions were concerned they were more keen than evet before. In some instances surprises were created, but in others decisions at previous shows were endorsed. The champions in all sections from throughout the province were competing, and so the Matamata public should be well satisfied with their 1918 show. Last, but not least, financially the receipts must be over expenditure. The gate receipts were heavier than ever previously, entrance fees, consequent on the increase in number, were greater, apd donations were nearly up to previous years. A—little more ploser settlement will result in iMatamata passing many of the qlcjer shows and becoming on a par with the best in the land. In conclusion of the general remarks the press was thankful for the courtesy and help extended to it by the press steward (Mr J. Pohlen) and secretary and other officers. i - Trade Exhibits. ffye largest exhibit of its class vyas that of the Matamata and Te Arqha firm, D. McL. Wallace, 1 Jjtd., who, always up-to-date, had bn hand among other exhibits a J. 918 model Dodge car, and 1918 Ford. Both these were sold to IMatamata settlers. The most Improved Gane milking machine was also working in front of the tent, and drew favorable comment from a great many farm- - - ers, who evinced great interest in the plant. The farpqus Alfa- “ separator was working in Conjunction with the milking plant. Motor accessories also formed part of this brilliant exhibit. A 30-cwt. waggon, built for Messrs Carlisle and Hawke, of Hinuera, and a spring dray built for Mr Baker (Waharoa) also drew favorable comment, as did the handsome three-spring tray, gig on. exhibition.;

All Previous Records Broken A Most Successful Function.

That well-known old established firm, the Arthur Atkin Vehicle company, had an exhibit of two gigs, which were excellent examples of this firm’s reliable work. One, a rubber-tyred threespring “ Auckland ” roadster, was esDecially commented upon. The upholstering was done in the best of leather, and the fittings were particularly smart. Miss A. Kelso, the purchaser, was generally congratulated on her purchase of this vehicle. Mr Speight (in charge) was very busy during the day answering inquiries, and assured us that good business was done. The Farmers’ Auctioneering company’s Matamata branch was represented by a well arranged exhibit, which included a large variety of seeds, motor accessories and oils,and agood range of garden and farm tools and implements. The co-operative firm’s exhibit was especially well patronised. Horses. The ring events were as usual the centre of interest on the grounds, and with the best horses in the province competing some very fine exhibitions of jumping were witnessed. As the performers mostly are well-known little comment is necessary. Somewhat of a surprise was brought about by the winning of the champion hack ribbon by Mr .Allen’s cob.- Mr H. Manuel’s win of the champion hunter ribbon, with favorite mare Kia Ora, was extremely popular. The draught and medium draught horses compared more than favorably with other years, the exhibitors being amongst the prominent breeders of the province. Cattle.JERSEYS. Keen interest was taken in the Jersey section by the meeting of the two champion bulls, owned respectively by Mr R. Harper (Pukekohe) and Messrs R. Dunn and Sons (Waihou). Both bulls have won quite a number of championships.'but on a previous meeting the latter’s animal had triumphed. After a lapse of two years the animals met again on Thursday when the places were maintained. Thus, of the three meetings, once as yearlings, once as two-year-olds and again at four years, Mr Harper has won once (first) and -Messrs Dunn and Sons on the two latter meetings. The champion cGw, owned by Mr J.F. Vosper drew forth high encomiums from the judge, the beast showing plenty of quality and many nice points. The section was very keenly contested, Mr J. F. Vosper and Messrs Dunn and Sons winning the great majority of the high honors. FRIESIANS. Especially strong competition took place in the Friesian section in which cattle from the president of the Association, Mr E. C. Banks, and vice-president Mr C. C. Buckland met. The latter goes to a deal of trouble each year in sending a team to Matamata to tackle Mr Banks’ herd, and give a fine demonstration of friendly rivalry. Last year Mr Buckland won with a point to the good, but this year the local breeder’s cattle were in most excellent condition, and although the Cambridge man won with aged cow and bull, yet Mr Banks ran out a points winner with eight firsts, six seconds, two thirds, two championships, five cups and a gold medal. Now that Mr Banks has scored such a decisive win at the Matamata show it would appear his duty to meet Mr Buckland in his own district, if only to show the Waikato farmers, the excellent stock produced locally. The other conspicuous breeders, Messrs McNair, Loughlan, and Ryan Bros, were well represented in the section by some very fine beasts. PRODUCE.’ Mr E. Allen (Buckland), the judge of the produce section, said the exhibits generally were- 4 very fair.” The pumpkins, he said, were very large, but it was apparent that the quality had been peglected, for size. The potatoes on exhibition were the best he had judged this year, being especially free from 'disease. Rhubarb and onions also were very goqd. For §uch an excellent district the farmers showed, he considered, a great interest in’the Field produce section. All classes should have been filled to do credit to the district. Mr Allen was also judge of the fruit, and when questioned as to the merit of the exhibits said they were good, with the exception of the class for apples which were not as keenly contested as they should have been. He ■Hjiew from remarks made to him

that the fruit was here, and he considered it should be entered. A soft point in the judge was touched when flowers were mentioned, Mr Allen stating that it appeared the people were too busy in other directions to have time to cultivate the beautifuh He thought the attractiveness of the show would be greatly enhanced if flowers were grown and exhibited. NEEDLEWORK Mrs T. L. Sanderson (Takapuna) the judge of Needlework section, considered that the schedule in respect to fancy work should be revised and brought more up-to-date. However, the specimens were fair exhibits, although there were none of outstanding merits. There was distinct room for improvement in the pen painting in the matter of shading. Crochet -was not well represented, and the judge thought that more classes should be provided for this class of work. The one exhibit of Mountmellick work was very good. PRIZE LIST. CHAMPIONSHIPS. Cattle. Shorthorn: Hull, John Fisher; cow, I’. Moisley. Jersey: Hull, Dunn and Son; Friesian: Hull, C. C. Huekland; cow, C. C. Buckland. Horses.—Hack, E. Allen’s Ngata; hunter, H. Manuel’s Kia Ora; medium draught mare,. AV. S. Wilson. Poultry.—Best hen, A. 0. Yardley. HORSES. Thoroughbreds.—Brood maro: J. AleSweeney 1. Hacks and Hunters.—Brood mare : J. McDonnell 1, It. Burke 2, R. Hope 3. Lady’s hack: Tv. Buchanan’s Hikurangi 1, Miss A. Kelso 2, Miss J. M. Hicks 3. In o-ycar-old gelding or filly, for saddle: J. McDonnell 1. One-year-old gelding or filly: J. M('Sweeney 1, E. Edwards 2. Hack, up to list: AV. C. Vincent 1, G. Graham 2, J. F. Vosper 3. Ponv, not over 14.2 hands: W. Magill 1, T. Atkin 2, M. Burke 3. Hack, up to 13st: Miss A. Kelso L B. I Myers 2, H. 3\lamiei”3. Hack, lost: IS. B. Grant 1, W. Eastwood 2, R. Fr, Green 3. Cob, not over 13.2 hands: Leo Garland 1, Miss C. Hides 2, W. Eastwood 3. Walking hack: E. Allen 1. Ben Myers 2, Miss I. Adams 3. Child’s pony, not over 12 hands: Leslie Burke 1, J. Middleton 2, E. Edwards 3. Pony, not over 13.2 hands: M. Rowe 1, G. J. Duxfield 2, G. Rowe 3. Best foal: J. -McDonnell 1, It. Hope 2. Hack, 13st, owned by farmer in Matamata County: S. Banks 1, J. M. 2, Mrs B. C. Taylor 3. Hack, suitable for mounted infantry, 14.3 to 15.2 hands: E. Allen 1, B. Myers 2, Miss Kelso 3. Best hack, owned by a member of the iMatamata A. and P. Association serving or having served in the Expeditionary Forces during the present war: Sergeant T. Allen 1, K. Buchanan 2. Hunter, 13st and upwards: 1L Burke 1, Mrs B. C. T-avlor 2. H. Manuel 3. Lady’s hunter: H. Manuel 1, Mrs B. C. Taylor 2, Miss Johnston 3. Hunter, up to list: H. Minuet 1, W. Eastwood 2, -Miss Kelso 3. Hunter, maiden, followed hounds at Matamata: E. Kilbride 1, 11. Burke 2. Best jumper, over wire fences: Miss Kelso 1, W. Eastwood 2. H. Manuel 3 Hunter, hest type: B. Myers 1. W. Eastwood 2, R. F. Green 3. Champion hunter: H. Manuel’s Kia Ora 1. Mrs B. C. Taylor 2, It. Burke 3. Roadsters.—Yearling filly or gelding: E. Edwards 1. Brood mare, adapted to breed harness horses: It. Burke jun. 1, J. McDonald 2, AV. Crabb 3. Mare in foal to Britain’s Pride: J. McDonald 1. Carriage Horses. Pair buggy horses: Miss Kelso 1, Miss Adams 2. Dogcart horse, not over 15 hands: 11. F. Green 1. Miss Kelso 2, S. B. Grant 3. Buggy horse: Miss Adams 1, Miss Kelso 2. Harness horse, not over 15 hands: L. Garland 1, D. Laird 2, H. Delanev 3. Col), under 14.2 hands: Miss Hicks 1, Miss Adams 2, H. Mahood 3. Draught Horses. Brood maro: Hears Bros. 1 and 3, W. S. Wilson 2. Foal: Mears Bros. 1 and 2. Mare, with two of her progeny: W. S. Wilson I. Heavy mare (dry) or gelding: W. S. Wilson ], Nelson Banks 2. talking horse, mare- or gelding: Nelson Banks 1. J. Hawkins 2. One-year-old filly: L. C. Vickers l, AV. AL Crabbe 2. One-vear-dld gelding: IV. Wilson 1. Two-year-old filly: W. M. Crabbe 1, M. Madill 2. Three-vear-old filly: W. S. Wilson 1, H. Delaney 2. Pair draughts, marcs or geldings: J. Hawkins 1, Mears Bros. 2. Medium Draughts.—Heavy springcart mare or gelding, up to one ton: J. Hawkins 1, N. Banks 2, H. Delaney 3. Spring-cart marc or gelding, up to half-ton: J. Hawkins 1, N. McCabe 2, N. Banks 3. General utility farm mare or gelding: N. McCabe 1, N. Banks 2. J. Hawkins 3. Foal bv Sir Wesley: W. S. Wilson 1. RIDING AND DRIVING. Lady rider: Miss Adams and Miss Briggs tied for first place. Girl rider under 14 years: It. Egan 1, I. Adams 2. Boy rider under 14 years: M. Garland 1, E. Johnston 2, G. Rowe 3. Gentleman rider: K. Buchanan 1, E. Kilbride 2. Bareback rider: Miss M. Briggs 1, K. Buchanan 2. Girl rider, under 14 years, who has never won a prize: B. Hollis 1, A. Duxfield 2. Boy rider, under 14, who has never won a prize: It. Nelson 1. J. Crabbe 2. Driving competition: J. McSweenev 1, H. Delaney 2, R. Burke 3. Lady driver: Mrs Burke 1, Mrs Dawson 2, Miss Kelso 3. CATTLE. Fat Friesian bullock: I. H, McNair 1 and 2.- Fat steer, three years old, suitable for freezing: W. C. Morgan 1, Mears Bros. 2 and 3. Pair fat steers, two years old: J. W. Simpson 1, Mears Bros. 2, H. It. Harding 3. Fat cow, any age: Mears Bros. 1, J. Pohlen 2, B. Schwarz 3. Fat heifer, three years eld: J. Pohlen L, Earl Johnston 2. REGISTERED' DAIRY CATTLE. Shorthorns.—Three hand-fed calves. J. W. Simpson 1, C. W. Arnold 2, Earl Johnston 3. Bull, three years: J. Fisher 1, B. Schwarz 2, W. Bond 3. Bull, yearling: Costall Bios. 1. Bull, calf: j. Fisher 1 and 2. Cow, three tears: T. Moisley 1. Heifer, two years: J. Fisher l arid 2, 0. B. Grant 3. Heifer, yearling: J. Fisher 1,2 and 3. Heifer, calf: J. Fisher L Jerseys.—Buji, three years: W. Dunn and Sons J, It. Harper 2, Mears Bros. 3. Bull, two years: A. C. Vosper 1. Bull, yearling: Mears Bros. 1, J. F. Vosper 2. Bull calf: Dunn and Sons 1 and 2, It, Harper 3. Cow, three years ;J, F- Vosper 1,2 and 3. Heif u\ two years: Mears Bros, I, J, F. Vosper 2. Heifer, yearling; W. Dunn and Sons 1, Mears Bros. 2 and 3. Heifer, calf: Mears Bros, f, J. F. Vosper 2 and 3.

Friesians.—Bull, three years: C. C. Buckland 1, E. C. Banks 2 and 3. Bull, two years: E. C. Banks 1 and 2, C. C. Buckland 3. Bull, yearling: ■). Loughlin 1, E. C. Banks 2. H. W. Ellis 3. Bull, calf: J. Loughlin 1, E. C. Banks 2, Ryan Bros. 3. Cow, three years and over: C. C. Buckland 1 and 3, I. .McNair 2. Heiler, two years. E. C. Banks 1 and 2, 1.. McNair 3. Heifer, yearling: C. C. Buckland 1,2 and 3. Heifer, calf: E. C. Banks 1, C. C. Buckland 2 and 3. Breeder’s group: E. C. Banks 1 and 2, 1. McNair 3. Most points in Friesians: E. C. Banks. Grade Dairy Cattle.—Shorthorn heifer, two years: fi. R. Harding 1, G. Condor 2, B. Schwarz 3. Shorthorn heifer, yearling: F. Wright 1 and 2, W. S. Wilson 3. Shorthorn heifer, calf: J. Pohlen 1. B. Schwarz 2. Best three Shorthorn calves: J. Pohlen 1. Jersey cow, three years and "over: A. (’. Vosper 1. J. F. Vosper 2, Harry Vosper 3. Jersey heiter, two years: J. F. Vosper 1 and 3, J. McSweeimy 2. •Jersey heifer, yearling: J. F. \ osper 1 and 2, Dunn and Sous 3. _ Jersey heifer calf, hand-fed: J. F. 5 osper 1 and 2, Dunn and Sons 3. Friesian cow, three years: F. (*. Banks 1, L 11. McNair 2, J. Price 3. Friesian heifer, two years: E. C. Banks 1. A. J. I'ergiison 2, I. H. McNair 3. 1‘ riosian heifer, yearling: Ryan Bros. 1, 1. H. McNair 2, E. C. Banks 3. I*riesiau heifer, calf: E. G. Banks 1, I. H. -McNair 2. Bairv cow: E. C. Banks 1, 1. H .McNair 2, J. Price 3. Best cottage cow: J. Price 1, A\. S. Ruthe 2. Mrs C’arolan 3. Most points in Cattle section : E. C. Banks, SHEEP. Pen of three fat two-tooth wethers, suitable for butcher: E. Johnston 1, Mears Bros. 2. Pen of five fat crossbred ewes, suitable for butcher: Mears Bros. 1 and 2. Pen of five fat crossbred ewes, suitable for freezing: Meal's Bros. I. Pen of five crossbred lambs, suitable for butcher: A. Kemp 1, Meat's Bros. 2. Ram, best adapted to get freezers: Rears Bros. 1. Pet lamb: Jeanette Crabb I and 3, Bertie Hill 2. PIGS. Berkshire hoar, under one year: Ruakura Farm 1. ■ Berkshire, over one year: Ruakuara Farm 1. Berkshire sow, under one year: Ruakura harm 1 and 2, J. F. Newson 3.* Berkshire sow, one year or over: Ruakura harm l and 2. Bacon pig: Ruakura. Farm 1, 3. F. Necms 2. DOGS. Cattle dog, rough: A. Mateer 1, T. McLea.y 2, R. Trebilco 3. Cattle dog, smooth: AV. Vincent 1, F. Newson 2. Sheep dog, rough: H. R. Harding 1, J. D. Murray 2, W. Crabbe 3. Sheep dog. smooth: T. MoLoay 1, C. Payze • —i ' INDUSTRIAL SECTION. DAIRY PRODUCE. One pound butter, with salt: airs' C. A. Care 1 and 2, Mrs M. Madill 3. Six heaviest fresh lien eggs, white: Mrs J. Thomson 1. Six heaviest fresh hen eggs, brown: Miss E. Maisey 1. COOKERY. Bread, 21b loaf with Bvcroft’s ■Snowdrift” Hour: Mrs C. Rippon 1, Miss E. Murray 2, Miss E.. Maisey 3. Bread, 21b loaf, made with “Champion” flour: Miss E. Murray 1, Mrs C. Rippon 2, Mrs A. Bates 3. Currant loaf: Miss E. Maisey 1, Mrs M. Madill 2, Mrs Rippon 3. Home-made scones six, made with ‘'‘Champion” flour: Mrs J. H. Morrow 1, Mrs A. Williams 2, Mrs H. Turbott 3. Home-made scones, six: Mrs J. H. Morrow 1, Miss E. Maisey 2, Mrs G. England 3. Plain scones, made by girl under sixteen: Alice Rollett 1, Avis Egan 2, M. Arnold 3. Currant scones: 31 iss E. Maisey 1, Mrs J. H. Morrow 2, -Mrs Chapman 3. Girdle scones: Mrs H. Turbott 1, Mrs Darby, sen, 2. Sponge roll, made by girl under 16: Ethel Kelso 1, M. Arnold 2. Jam roll: Mrs H. A. Kelso l, Miss K. Day 2, Mrs H. Turbott 3. Tam sandwich: Mrs G. England 1, Louie Milos 2, Miss 1L North 3 Jam tarts: Mrs H. Turbott 1, Mrs S. G. Potter 2, Miss D. Edwards 3. Plate Scotch oatcakes: Mrs A. IV. Chapman 1, Mrs H. Turbott 2, Mi s E. C, Banks 3. Plate pikelets: -Miss R. North 1. Mrs Turbrttt 2. Sponge cakes: Mrs AV. E. Franklin 1, Mrs S. G. Potter 2, Miss T. Crabb 3. Pound cake: Mrs Ferguson 1, Miss E. Maisey 2, Mrs S. G. Potter 3. Madeira cake: Mrs" A. W. Chapman 1, Mrs S. G. Potter 2, Mrs S. Neems 3. Seed cake: Mrs A. AV. Chapman 1, -Mrs A. Bates 2. Mrs H. Turbott 3. . Best collodion of afternoon tea cakes, 12 varieties: Miss E. Maisey 1. Puff paste: Mrs S. G. Potter 1, Mrs H. Turbott 2. Cream puffs: Mrs C. A. Care 1 and 2, Miss E. Maisey 3. Shortbread: Mrs J; Tlfomson, jun, 1, Mrs Caro 2, Mrs A. Bates 3. Gingerbread: Mrs J. Thomson 1, Mrs H. Turbott 2, Mrs AY. G. Care 3 Rainbow cake: Mrs H. Turbott 1 and 2. Napoleon cake:'Mrs S. G. Potter 1, Mrs H. Turbott 2 and 3. Best collection of home-made biscuits: -Miss Maisey 1, Mrs H. Turbott 2, Apple pie: Airs H. Turbott 1 and 2, Mrs S. Neems 3. Lemon cheese tarts: Alls H. Turbott 1, Mrs S. G. Potter 2. HONEY. Honey in comb sections: E. Blennerhassett 1. Honey extracted: Mrs AA r . S. AVilson 1, J. Hobbs 2, D. Laird 3. Honev, small frame: E. Blennerhasset 1. ' , PRESERVES. Bottled fruit It. s.vrup: Mrs C. A. Care 1, Mrs J. Thomson, jun. 2. Jam: -Mrs C. A. Care 1. Jellies: Airs C. A. Care 1. Marmalade: Airs J. Thomson, jun., 1, Airs E. C. Banks 2, Mrs C. A. Care 3. -Marmalade: Airs (’. A. Caro 1, Airs S. Neems 2. Pickled onions or eschalots: ATrs C. A. Care 1, Airs E. C. Banks 2, Airs AY. S. AYilsoii 3. Pickles, mixed: Airs AY. P. Ryan 1. Chutney: Airs J. Thomson, jun., 1. Tomato sauce: Mrs C. A. Care 1, 31 iss R. North 2, Airs S. Neems 3. Tomatoes: Airs C'. A. Care 1, ATrs E. C. B nks 2, -Mrs H. W. Ellis S. Homemade soap: Airs S. G. Potter 1. FRL'iT. Best six peaches: Airs Turbott 1, A. C. Vosper 2. Best six dessert apples: Airs J. W, Simpson 1 and 3, A. C. Vosper 2. Best six culinary apples: E. 0. Amoore 1, Airs J. AV. Simpson 2, T. S. Gray 3. Melons, roek: S. Gunn 1 and 2. Melons, pie: H. Ellis 1, T. S. Gray 2. Alelons, citron: AVinnie Banks 1, S. Gunn 2. Tomatoes: S. Pearson 1, H. Rollett 2 and 3. POULTRY, Best dressed fowl, for table: Airs Neems J, A 1 rs'-AV- Dunlop 2. Turkey, hen and gobbler: Ror Rigan 1, Airs E. C. Banks 2. Duck anu-Rrake: J. H. -Morrow two firsts, RoW Egan 2. Orpington lien and rooster? S, E, Neems 1, AVyandotte lifcn nnd rooster: Albert G, Yardley 1, Roy Egan 2. Best bird in show: Albei tG. Yardley 1 (white-Wyandotte). ■

FIELD PRODUCE. Slu al' of oats: A. W. Day L Sheaf of maize: E. Blennerhasset 1, T. Cook 2. Lucerne, local sample: G. J. Duxfield 1, Airs AV. S. AVilson 2. Sample of local dressed cocksfoot: H. \\ .El is 1. Alangolds: H. Rollett 1, AV. Dunlop 2. .Mangolds, red: Id. Rollett L Swedes, four. W. Dunlop 1, J. AV. Simpson 2. Soft turnips: A. C. A osper 1, H. Rollett 2. VEGETABLES. Carrots: -Mrs C .A. Care 1, Airs A. Churchward 2, W. Dunlop 3. Cucumbers: S. Gunn 1, li. Rollett 2. Cabbages: A. W.lker 1, Lucy Walker 2. Omens: Id. AV. Ellis 1, Bowler Bros. 2, \V. Dunlop 3. Onions: A. C. A osper I. Parsnips: AV. S. Ruth 1, Aliss A. Churchward 2. Beetroot: S. Gunn 1, A. Vosper 2, H. Delaney 3. Pumpkin (heaviest): J. AA est 1. Pumpkins: H. Delaney 1, A. C. A osper 2. H. England 3. Hubbard squash : Selw.vn Day 1, T. S. Gray 2. A egetalle mainTm-s.—L*iwler Bros. J. H. Delaney ’2, Cedric Banks 3. P«Jrs'FTl?- J .Y._El , is 1. Eschalots: Airs Ferguson 1, Aliss E. Duxfield 2. Rhubarb: Bowler Bros. 1, T. S. Gray 2, Airs Payze 3. Potatoes: G. J. Duxfield 1, G. England 2, Id. Delaney 3. Runner beans: A. C. Vosper 1, H. \\ . Ellis 2. HAM AND BACON. Home-cured bacon: ATrs W . S. Wilson. FLOWERS. Collection of cut flowers: Ella Banks 1 Nellie Duxfield 2. Variety of dahlias: -Mrs E. C. Banks 1, Airs AV. Blennerhassett 2, -Marjorie Day 3. Cosmos: Airs T. Cook 1, Ella Banks 2. Pot maiden hair fern: Airs Payze 1. NEEDLEAVORK. Sample darning, by girl under 1G: Ethel Kelso 1, Ellis Rollett 2, Edna Ellis 3. . Article underclothing: Aliss F. At. Gouid 1, Aliss J. Wallace 2, Aliss 1. AVercta 3. Six worked buttonholes: Airs J. Thomson, sour., 1, Airs J. England 2, Alice Rollett 3. Hem-stitched handkerchief by girl under 15: Alice Rollett 1, J. Crabb 2. Pen painting: Airs AV. E. Franklin 1, Airs A. Crowther 2, Miss T. AA’ereta 3. Pair crochet d’oyles: -Mrs J. Al. Baxter 1, Aliss Sutherland 2. Handsomest cushion : AI iss T. AVeretal. Handsomest centre: Ella Banks 1, E. Franklin 2. Table centre: Airs J. Thomson, jun., 1, Airs G. Cliaillet 2. Mount melliek work: Aliss F. AT. Gould 1. Tray or suppercloth: -Mrs G. Cliaillet 1, Aliss J, Kilbride 2. Collection of crochet patterns: Airs J. Wylie 1. Knitted socks: Airs H. Turbott 1, Airs E. Furlong 2 and 3. Child’s petticoat: Aliss F. AT. Gould 1, Airs J. Al. Baxter 2. Doll, dressed by girl under 15, all handsewn : Alice Rollett 1, AVinnie Diixfie 1G -^2AV. Somerville 3. Collection of woollen comforts- for soldiers : -Mrs J. Af. Baxter 1. SCHOOL COAIPETITIONS. Penmanship, open to Standards IA? and A’l. : Alyrtle Robinson 1, Rose Egan 2. Penmanship, smallliand, open to all below Standard IV.: AVinnie Bates 1, Dorothy Heaps 2. Drawing, freehand, design, JA\, X., and VI. Standards: E. Somerville 1. C. Hintz 2. Drawing, freehand design, all below Standard IV.: Albert AVatson 1, Ellen Bailey 2. Collection of cookery, the unaided -work of girl attending the Matamata Technical School: Jean Crabb 1, Rose Egan 2. Best sample of woodwork, by boy attending the, Matamata Technical School: Hunter Laird 1, Cyril Vincent 2. Best plain knitted soldier’s scarf: Kathleen Chapman 1. Plan of the most suitable and conveniently arranged dairy farm by youth of 17 or under: Gerald Fitzgerald 1, Arnold 2. SCHOOL GARDEN COAIPETITION. Collection of useful grasses, grown and collected in Alatamata district: AVaharoa School 1, Edna Ellis (Taihoa) 2. Collection of harmful or useless grasses, grown and collected in Ala tain'ita district: AVaharoa School 1, Edna Ellis (Tailion) 2. Collection of weeds, most harmful, grown and collected in Alatamata district: Edna Ellis 1.