Horowhenua Holds Successful Show

Manawatu Times, Volume 62, Issue 25, 30 January 1937, Page 16 (Supplement)

Horowhenua Holds Successful Show

Large Increase in Stock Entries

LEVIN, Last Night. The substantial increase which is evident in the live-stock section of the 31st Annual Show conducted under the auspices of the Horowhenua A- and P. Association, which opened under favourable conditions on the Levin Showgrounds t iia morning, gives an indication that the fixture this year is to reap a full measure of that success which has been the fortunate lot of its immediate predecessors of the past two years. The displays of cattle, sheep r ad pigs provide the finest exhibition of stock which has yet been staged in Levin, while in all other departments the standard is fully in keeping with that set by the past fixture!. For this year, together with the figures of last year, the comparative table of entries is as under:— 1937 1936 Horses and Competitions 182 200 Cattle Sheep _ - —. 226 137 Pigs , 124 109 Home Industries Schools 130 260 Each of the cattle, sheep and pig sections has shown un increase by a good margin over those for last year, while when the post entries aro finalised in tlio horses and competitions, the figures here are expected to at least be on a par. A number of late entries havu been received in the homo industries section, and here agaiu a numerical strength on a par with last year is anticipated. The schools division, by reason of the infantile paralysis epidemic, which necessitated an earlier closing of the schools than was anticipated last year, is the only division to show anything in the nature of a marked decrease. Although it is to-morrow that the largest attendance is expected, the fixture was, throughout the day, the centre of attraction for a large number of visitors, who found that the attention which they devoted to the various exhibits fully repaid, whilst the Dinner- * us other features of the occasion also contributed their share to the very large measure of interest which the fixture holds for the general public. The commercial and industrial displays staged by the various trades firms of the district are a particularly outstanding feature of this year's Show, taxing all of the available space to the full, and here may be seen a particularly fine array of modern motor vehicles, farm machinery and implements, tud similar lines. The space allotted to the side-shows in the amusement area has also been fully taken up, anil the best array of such attractions in the history of tlie Show is to be seen here, including tho ever-popular merry-go-round, chairoplane, devil-plane, an i several tent turns which reaped their full harvest from the pleasure-seeking public during the day. One display in the home industries section which excited considerable comment was the competition between three women's institutes of the district, in which each institute placed on display a miniature 4 ‘court 7 ’ of the works of its members. The lighting in the pavilion this year has been improved by the fitting in the roof of two extra skylights. Considerable additional accommodation has been rendered necessary by reason of the increase in the sheep and pigs section. What has become a necessary service ij an electrical loudspeaker am ounce ment equipment, and that which has teen installed this year has hus far given every satisfaction in enabling the public to follow the progress of the various equestrian competitions which were in progress in 'he ring throughout the day. A new departure which has aroused considerable interest is the sheepshearing competition which is to be conducted during to-morrow afternoon, and for this a platform has been erected iu the open space at the western end of the grounds, adjacent to the cattle pens. Introduced for tho first t’mo several years ago, the Highland dancing competitions will also be a popular feature of to-morrow’s proceedings, and will be conducted on a raised platform in front of the main stand. The night Show, for which tho grounds will be open to-morrow evening, is an entirely new feature for this Association. All of the side show attractions will be in full operation for this occasion, while what will be of undoubted popularity is the fireworks display to be given on a spectacular scale shortly after dark. Admission trj the main stand will be free of charge during the evening, and thus patrons will be given every opportunity to obtain a full view of what is taking place. JUDGES’ COMMENTS Ayrshires. Mr. G. A. Colpan, of Palmerston North, who adjudicated in the Ayrshire division, in commenting, said that this class as a whole had brought forward some very good entries. Particular credit rested with the younger animals, which as a class were considerably superior to tho older stock, and it might not be possible to get a more difficult lino to judge, even at the larger metropolitan fixtures. There were in particular some very nico young bulls to be seen, which would bear comparison with many of those exhibited at tho larger shows which he had visited, while several other individual entries might be singled out for special mention. Friesians. Mr. W. S. Fell, of Palmerston North, acted as judge in the Friesian section in tho absence of Mr. A. Burgess, of Rongotea, who was unable to attend on account of a prior engagement. Mr. Fell expressed himself as being very pleased with the standard shown

throughout this class, while the numerical strength, he said, was also very satisfactory. The Boys’ Training Farm entry which had secured the reserve championship amongst the bulls was an animal of high quality fit to compete in anv company, while a good class came forward amongst the cows, so that it had proved very difficult to split the champion entry from the reserve, both being animals of good typical Friesian type. Milking Shorthorns. That there was a disappointing lack of competition in tho Milking Shorthorn class was the opinion of the judge, Mr. J. H. Mason, of Feilding, although, he said, the quality of the entries was quite good. Mr. K. V. Brown’s champion two-year-old heifer was a typic; shorthorn type, and more true to type than the majority of the stock now to be seen in this breed. The general standard of the younger stock, however, might have been improved upon. Red Polls. Mr. Mason also adjudicated in the Red Poll division of the cattle section In commenting, Mr. Mason again expressed regret at the lack of competition which was evident in this class, although Mr. H. G. Bryant had exhibited some very nice stock which was well up to his usual standard. Amongst the yearlings, a particularly good pair of heifers were difficult to separate, showing as they did the definite dual purpose Red Poll type. Southdowns. Good competition was evident in the Southdown sheep division, and the judge, Mr. J. A. Russell, Palmerston North, expressed the opinion that exhibits of a good quality had come i ward. The lambs w r hich had been shown, he considered, were deserving ot special mention, and Mr. J. H. Staples’ two-tooth ram which had been awarded the championship was an outstanding animal. The reserve champion, entered by Mr. J. Mitchell, was also an animal of good class. Fat Sheep. That an excellent exhibition of sheep had been presented throughout the fat sheep classes, was the opinion of the judge, Mr. T. C. Cornford, of Woodville, who said that the fat sheep and lambs which had been presented for judging were quite equal to that found at other fixtures, and the shorn lambs, he thought, constituted a rather special line, while tho fat lambs over the weight of 421bs were excellent as exhibits. Commenting upon the pet lamb class for children, Mr. Cornford stressed the importance of good finish for the entries, for it was upon the care and attention evident that the exhibits would bo judged. Dairy Cattle. Disappointment in tho quality of the exhibits presented for judging was expressed by the judge for the dairy cattle, Mr. J. Mitchell, of Woodville, who said that the standard was not, in his opinion, equal to that presented at previous shows. Mr. Mitchell, however, made very favourable comment upon some of the exhibits. The calves presented by the boy 4 and girls of the Horowhenua Boys’ and Girls’ Agricultural Club had included some very pleasing entries, which gave evidence of considerable care and attention upon the part of the youthful exhibitors. The remainder of the section, however, had 1 presented insufficient competition to constitute what was really a satisfactory display. Cheviot. Mr. A. J. Russeii also adjudicated in the Cheviot class, and expressed the opinion that tho few animals which came forward in this section made a particularly good showing. J erseys. Representing as they did the major breed of the district, Jerseys came forward in particularly good numbers in the purebred cattle section, and the judge, Mr. D. O'Sullivan, of Tariki. remarked that although this was his first visit to tho fixture, he was not surprised when he saw the fine display which was made, both from a quality standpoint and numerically. The cattle, said Mr. O’Sullivan, came forward in wonderful condition, and showed strong evidence of dairy ability. Mr. P. A. Anderson’s champion cow was, in the opinion of tho judge, a wonderful animal, with a splendid milk capacity, while Messrs A. Horn and Sons’ reserve champion was also a very pleasing animal. The display of yearling heifers and calves was easily as good as those to be seen in any other part of the country. * The champion bull, entered by Mr. J H. Taylor, was a beautiful animal which had carried off the honours easily. Of the bull calves, these animals had made a very pleasing display also,and the placed entries were deserving of very high mention. Porkers and Bacon Pigfe. Tho pork and bacon judge, Mr. E. P. Nielsen, Tiakitahuna, Palmerston North, stated that as a whole he considered the class quite good although more attention could have been paid to length by tho breeders. The winning porker could bo classed as ideal for tho export trade, being light in the fore end, with a strong, long loin and well filled hams. While the second placed pig was another good animal, the next wa3 lacking in finish. Mr. Nielsen thoughi that there was only one good pig in the bacon classes, tho remainder being either too short or too thick. * 1 Recent reports from England show that our pigs are from three to four inches shorter in length than those of our competitors of other countries, and this is a fault which we should remedy as quickly as possible,” he concluded. Purebred Pigs. The adjudicator in all of the purebred pig classes was Mr. O. C. Ellerm, of Paimerston North, with whom Mr. West, junr., acted as associate judge,

Mr. Ellerm said that the standard of the entries throughout was fully up to that set at all of the other shows of the district, and many district prize winners had figured amongst the exhibits, which thus included some particularly good animals. In some of the classes, he admitted, where the competition was not very keen, the pigs shown had not been quite up to the standard which might have been desirable, but nevertheless the exhibits had been fully typical of the breeds represented. The judge remarked that the day of the old, heavy pig had gone, and excellent examples of the typical light-shouldered pig which was now required on the market came forward at this show. In the majority of cases the length of the animals was quite satisfactory, although in one or two instances the animals were not sufficiently deep in the body to conform to requirements. A few of the Tamworths, he considered, were somewhat “blotchy” in appearance for show purposes, although from a practical point of view this could not be described as a serious fault. Indeed, throughout the entire section, no serious faults of any kind could be pointed out. In all cases the animals which had secured the championship awards had been fully deserving of the honours. Numerically, the pig display could not but be described as excellent. Romney Marsh. That some very pleasing animals had come forward in the Romney Marsh section of the purebred sheep display was the opinion of the judge, Mr. F. W. Blatchford, the prize-winning entries being in all cases most satisfactory from the judging viewpoint. The champion ram was an outstanding animal, and all the sheep exhibited were typical of the breed. Lincolns. There was some lack of competition iu the Lincoln section of the sheep classes, but Mr. Blatchford, who officiated here also as judge, expressed himself as very pleased with the standard of the entries shown which, without exception, conformed fully to type. Farmers’ Classes. The keen competition which was evident in the farmers’ sheep classes had been productive of some very good types, Said Air. Blatchford. The class of wool which was aimed at in the industry to-day wa3 fully in evidence. “In New Zealand we have the best fat lambs in the world,” he said, “and this is the result of the Romney and {doutlidown animals which we have been able to produce.” He stressed tho importance of low set ewes with fine lags and nicely turned quarters to maintain the quality of breeding, this class of animal alone giving the ideal type of stock. PUREBRED CATTLE. JERSEYS. (Judge: Mr. D. O’Sullivan, Tariki.) Cow, four years or upwards—P. A. Anderson’s Tararua Mayflower 1, and champion, Alan Horn and Sons’ Kuku Viola 2, and reserve champion, S. Speedy’s Una’s Lottie 3. Five entries. Heifer, three years, in milk, calved since July Ist., 1933—Alan Horn and Sons’ Allandale Royal Empress 1, P. A. Anderson’s Flower Girl 2, Harold J. Lancaster’s Heatherlea Royal Lady 3, A. Hudson’s Peveril Fair Lady v.h.c. Five entries. Heifer, two years, calved since July Ist., 1934, visibly in calf or in milk — B. R. Robinson’s Lancewood Dainty Lad 1, Alan Horn and Sons’ Allandale Silver Queen 2, P. A. Anderson’s Tararua Elegance 3, R. W. B. Evans’ Takapau Worker v.h.c. Six entries. Bull, three years and upwards, calved prior to July Ist., 1934 —J. H .Taylor’s Allandale Financial King 1, and cham pion, P. A. Anderson’s Jersey Meadows Maestro 2, and reserve champion, R. L. Horn’s Owler’s Last Son 3. One yearling heifer, calved since July Ist., 1935 —R. L. Horn’s Kuku Kelly’s Delight 1, and Kuku Petite Princess 2, P, A. Anderson’s Tararua Maytime 3 and Tararua Silver Wave v.h.c., J. H. Taylor’s Arapaepae Wendy h.c., B. R. Robinson’s Lancewood Trixie c. Fifteen entries. Two yearling heifers, calved since July Ist., 1935 —R. L. Horn’s entry 1, Alan Horn and Sons’ entry 2. P. A. Anderson’s entry 3, J. H. Taylor's entry v.h.c. Six entries. Yearling heifer from a tested dam which has qualified under C.0.R., O.H.T. or G.H.T. conditions—R. L. Horn’s Kuku Petite Princess 1, P. A. Anderson’s Tararua Alaytime 2, and Tararua Silver Ware 3, B. R. Robinson’s Lancewood Trixie v.h.c. Four entries. FRIESIANS. (Judge: Mr. A. Burgess, Rongotea.) Bull, two years, calved prior to June Ist., 1934.—80y5’ Training Farm’s Kimberley Renown Spencer. One entry. Cow, four years or upwards—Boys’ Training Farm’s Alassey Ensign Golliwog 1, H. Cameron’s Sealands Alcarta Ideal 2, K. G. Fairbrother’s Ahikouka Olga Trojan 3. Three entries. Heifer, three years, in milk, calved since June Ist., 1933—K. G. Fairbrother’s Dalefield Wayfie Echo 1 Boys’ Training Farm’s Kimberley Kohitere Peach 2. Two entries. Heifer, two years, calved since June Ist., 1934, visibly in calf or in milk— K. G. Fairbrother’s Dalefield Maori Damsel 1 and champion, H. Cameron’s Sealands Dutch Girl Mercedes 2, Boys' Training Farm’s Kimberley Posch Ormsby 3. Four entries. One yearling heifer, calved since June Ist., 1935—H. Cameron’s Sealands Dutch Girl Ormsby 1, Boys’ Training Farm’s Kimberley Weraroa Countess 2, Boys’ Training Farm’s Kimberley Princess Daphne 3. Three entries. Two yearling heifers, calved since Juno Ist., 1935—Boys’ Training Farm’s Kimberley Weraroa Countess 1, and Kimberley Princess Daphne 2 Two entries. One bull, any age, and two yearling heifers—Boys’ Training Farm’s Kimberley Renown Spencer, Princess Daphne and Weraroa Countess 1. One entry. Bull, three years and upwards, calved prior to June 1, 1934—K. G. Fairbrother’s Dalefield King Netherland Wayne 1, B. A. Bartholomew’s entry 2. Two entries. Bull, one year, calved since June 1. 1935 —Boys’ Training Farm’s Ahikouka Domino Beets 1, K. G. Fairbrother V Dalefield Netherland Rascal 2, and Dalefield Pontiac Paul 3. Three entries. Bull calf, calved since June I, 1936—•

Boys» Training Farm ’s Kimberley Posch Snow Gambler 1, K. G. Fairbrother ’a Dalefield King Trojan Wayno 2, and Dalefield King Echo Wayne 3. Five entries. One heifer calf, calved since June 1, 1936—H. Cameron’s Sealands Magpie Ideal 1, Boys’ Training Farm’s Kimberley Netherland Ensign 2. Two entries. AYRSHIRES. (Judge: Mr. G. A. Colpman, Palmerston North.) Cow, four years or upwards—J. Hogg’s Greenfield’s Hilda 1, and reserve champion, A. A. Atkins’ Mahoe’s Bright Beau 2, C. E. C. Webb’s Greenfield’s Dolly 3. Three entries. Heifer, three years, in milk, calved since July Ist., 1933—C. E. C. Webb’s Greenfield’s Lottie 1, and champion. One entry. Heifer, two years, calved since July Ist., 1934, visibly in calf or in milk— Arthur M. Scott’s Greenfield’s Sprightly 30th., 1. One entry. One yearling heifer, calved since July 3, 1935—A. M. Atkins’ entries 1 and 3, C. E. C. Webb’s Greenfield’s Dora 2. Six entries. Two yearling heifers, calved since July Ist., 1935 —A. M. Atkins’ entry 3, C. E. C. Webb’s entry 2, J. Hogg’s entry 3. Three entries. Bull, three years and upwards, calved prior to July Ist., 1934--A. M. Atkins’ Mahoe Rob Roy 1, and ehampion, C. E. C. Webb’s Waipapa Grandee II 2, and reserve champion. J. Hogg’s Greenfield’s John Henry 3. Three entries. Bull, one year, calved since July Ist., 1935 C. E. C. Webb’s Greenfield’s Reformer 1, C. E. C. Webb’s entry 2, Arthur M. Scott’s Woodside Great Star 3. Three entries. Bull calf, calved since July Ist., 1936 —C. E. C. Webb’s entry 1, Leslie McDonald’s entry 2, C. E. C. Webb’s entry 3. Six entries. One bull, any age, and two yearling lieifers —A. M. Atkins’ entry 3, C. E. C. Webb’s entry 2, J. Hogg’s Greenfield’s JoliU'Henry 3. Three entries. Ono heifer calf, calved since July 3st. 1936 — A. M. Atkins’ entries 1 and 3, C. E. C. Webb’s Greenfield’s Sprightly 35th. 2, and Greenfield’s Florence v.h.c. Seven entries. MILKING SHORTHORNS. Judge: Mr. J. H. Mason, Feilding Bull, three years and upwards, calved prior to July 1, 1934—Arthur M. Scott’s Ruslimoor Royalist 1. Onlyentry. Bull, one year, calved since July 1, 1935 — R. V. Brown and Son’s Allandale Leader 1. Only entry. Bull calf, calved since July 1, 1936 — R. V. Brown and Son’s Waimea Realitive 1. Only entry. Heifer, three years, in milk, calved since July 3, 1933 —R. V. Brown and Son’s Waimea Treasure 1 and reserve champion. Only entry. Heifer, two years, calved since July l, 1934, visibly iu calf or in milk. —R. V. Brown and Son’s Waimea Silver Link 1 and champion. Only entry. Ono yearling heifer, calved since July J, 1935 —R. Y. Brown and Son's Waimea Rosamond 1, and Waimea Riki 2. Two entries. Two yearling heifers, calved since July 1, 1935—R. V. Brown and Son’s entry 1. Only entry. One heifer calf, calved since July 1, 1936 — R. V. Brown and Son’s Waimea Silver Sail 1, Waimea Levity 2. Two entries. One bull, any age; and two yearling heifers—R. V. Brown and Son’s Allandale Leader 1. Only entry. Cow, four years or upwards—R. V. Brown and Son’s Waimea Vanity 1, and Waimea Lola 2. Two entries. RED POLLS. (Judge: Mr. J. 11. Mason, Feilding.) Bull calf, calved since July Ist., 1935 —H. G. Bryant's Sedgemoor Pioneer 1 Only entry. Cow in milk, any age—H. G. Bryant’s Sedgemoor Monica 1, Sedgemoor Viola 2. Two entries. Heifer, two years, calved since July Ist., 1934—H. G. Bryant’s Sedgemoor Madeleine 1, Sedgemoor Red Lady 2 Two entries. Heifer, one year, calved since July Ist., 1935—H. G. Bryant’s Sedgemoor Prudence 1,- Sedgemoor Rosine 2. Two entries. DAIRY CATTLE. (Judge: Mr. J. Mitchell, Woodville.) Dairy cow in milk, to be judged on points as a dairy cow —J. G. Horn’s Betty 1 and champion, H. Hossack’.-* Peep 2, J. G. Horn’s Cheeky 3. Four entries. Ouo dairy cow in milk, calved since 1933, to bo judged on points as a cow— J. G. Horn’s Countess 1, lan Shaw’s entry 2. Two entries. One dairy heifer in milk, calved since July Ist., 1934—H. Hossack’s Polly 1, and reserve champion, J. G. Horn’s Wanda 2, and Pansy 3. Tlireo entries. One dairy heifer, dry, 12 months and under 20 months —J. G. Horn’s Princess 1 and Ranch Queen 2. Two entries. Two dairy heifers, 12 months and under 20 months—J. G. Horn’s Ranch Queen and Princess 1. Only entry. One dairy heifer, dry, 12 months and under 20 months, 'or exhibitors who have never won a prize at any show — Nancy Horn’s Bright Eyes 1, J. H. Rose’s Daphne 2. Two entries. One dairy heifer, calved since July Ist., 1936, same conditions as previous class—Leo Rolston’s entry 1, lan Horne’s Cuddle 2. Two entries. Ono dairy heifer, calved since July Ist., 1936, and not later than October 31st., hand fed —Leo Rolston’s entry 1, J. G. Horn’s Fanny 2, and Venus 3. Four entries. Two dairy heifers, calved since July Ist., 1936, and not later than October 31st., hand fed—J. G. Horn’s Venus and Fanny. Only entry. One dairy heifer calf, calved since July Ist., 1936, to be reared by child under 15 years of age—Leo Rolston’s entry 3, Jimmy Horn’s entry 2, Nancy Horn’s entry 3. Six entries. Cow, any age, irrespective of breed or grade, to be judged on dairy points for Levin Dairy Company’s special prize—P. A. Anderson’s Tararua Mayflower 3, Alan Horn and Sons’ Kuku Viola 2, S. Speedy’s Una’s Lottie 3. Six entries. SHEEP. SOUTHDOWNS. (Judge: Mr. J. A. Russel, Palmerton North.) One rain, over 21 months—J. Mitch-

ell’s 1, and reserve champion, J. Mitchell’s 2, D. V. Brown’s 3. Four entries. One 2-tooth ram, to be bred by exhibitor—J. H. Staples * 1 and champion, D. V. Brown’s 2,-J. Mitchell’s 3. Fom entries. One ram lamb—Kilsby Bros.’ 1, J H. Staples 2 and 3. Eleven entries. Three 2-tooth Tams, flocks only—J. H. Staples’ 1 and 2, J. Mitchell’s 3. Seven entries. < Three 2-tooth ewes—D. V. Brown's L, J. H. Staples 2. Two entries. Single 2-tooth ewe—J. H. Staples 1 and 3. J. Mitchell’s 2. Seven entries. Three ewe lambs —A. M. Atkins’ 1, D. V. Brown’s 2, Kilsby Bros.’ 3. Five entries. Ono ewe, over 33 months, must have reared a lamb this season—D. V. Brown’s entry 3, and champion, D. V. Brown’s 2, and also 3. Eight entries. One ewe, under 33 months, must have reared a lamb this season—J. H. Staples’ 1 and reserve champion, J. Mitchell’s 2, D. V. Brown’s 3. Four entries. One cw6‘lamb—Kilsby Bros.’ 1 and 2, J. H. Staples’ 3. Seven entries. CHEVIOTS. One ram, any age.—A. Bryant’s 1; only entry, One owe, over 33 months —A. Bryant’s 1 and 2; two entries. One ewe, under 33 months.—A. Bryant’s 1; only entry. One ram lamb—A. Bryant’s 1 and 2; two entries. One ewo lamb—A. Bryant’s 1 and 2; two entries. FAT LAMBS. (Judge: Mr T. C. Cornford, Woodville.) Three lambs, longwool or longwooi crosses, weight not to exceed 481bs: 11. G. Bryant’s 1. Three entries. Three lambs, longwool or longwool crosses, shorn, weight not to exceed 48 lbs.: S. B. Mexted’s entries 1 and 3, H. G. Bryant’s 2. Six entries. Three fat lambs, first down cross only, unshorn, most suitable for freezing: N. W. Ryder’s 1, Boys’ Training Farm’s 2, T. Ivearin’s 3. Eight entries. Three lambs, first down cross only, shorn, most suitable for freezing, weight not to exceed 361bs: T. Kearin’s I, Boys’ Training Farm’s 2, J. Schwass’ 3. Six entries. Three lambs, first down cross only, shorn, . most suitable for freezing, weight not to exceed 421bs: T. Kearin’s I, Boys’ Training Farm’s 2, J. Schwass’ 3. Four entries. Single lamb, ewe or wether, any breed, in the wool, quality and weight to be taken into consideration: H. G. Bryant’s 1, Boys’ Training Farm’s 2. Two entries. ROMNEY MARSH. (Judge: Mr F. W. Blatchford, Woodville.) One ram, over 21 months: W. 11. and V. Weggery’s 1 and champion, 11. J. Mungavin’s 2 and 3. Eight entries. One 2-tooth ram, to be bred by exhibitor: H. J. Mungavin’s 1, reserve champion and 3, Kilsby Bros. 2. Seven entries. Ono ram lamb, in wool: H. J. Mungavin’s 1 and 3, Kilsby Bros. 2. Eleven entries. Three 2-tooth rams, flocks only: H. J. Mungavin’s 1. Three entries. Single ewe, over 33 months, must, iiavo reared a lamb this season: W. 11. and V. Weggery’s J, H. J. Mungavin’s 2 and 3. Five entries. Single 4-tooth ewe, must have reared a lamb this season: Kilsby Bros. 1 and champion, 11. J. Mungavin 2, reserve champion and 3. Five entries. Three ewes, first shearing: H. J. Mungavin’s 1. Only entry. Single 2-tooth ewe ; H. J. Mungavin’s 1 aud 2, Kilsby Bros. 3. Five entries. Single ewe lamb: H. J. Mungavin’s 1 and 3, W. 11. and V. Weggery’s 2. Ten entries. Three ewe lambs: H. J. Mungavin’s 1 and 3, W. H. Field’s 2. Three entries. LINCOLNS. One ram, over 21 months: W. H. and V. Weggery’s entries 1,2 and 3; three entries. One 2-tooth ram: W. H. and V. Weggery’s 1,2, and 3; three entries. One ram lamb: W. H. and V. Weggery’s 1 and 2; two entries. Qne single ewe, over 33 months: W. 11. and V. Weggery’s 1 and 2; two entries. One 2-tooth ewe: W. H. and V. Weggery’s 1 and 2; two entries. One ewe lamb: W. 11. and V. Weggery’s 1 and 2; two entries. FARMERS ’ CLA»joxiS. Three ewes, over 33 months, must have reared lambs this season: J. V/. Gimblett’s 1 aud 2, A. Bryant’s 3. Five entries. Three 4-tooth ewes, must have reared lambs this season; 11. G. Bryant’s 1, Mrs Norman Kirkcaldic’s 2, J. W. Denton’s 3. Four entries. One ewe, 4-tootli or over, must have reared a lamb this season: J. W. Gimblett’s 1 and 3, Mrs Norman Kirkcaldie’s 2. Four entries. Three 2-tooth ewes: Newell Bros.’ 1, J. W. Denton’s 2, J. W. Gimblett’s 3. Six entries. Three woolly ewe lambs: Mrs Norman Kirkcaldie’s 1 and 2, J. Blenkhorn’s 3. Six entries. Best pet lamb, ewe or wether, in wool, to be exhibited by boy or girl up to 16 years of age: Connie Bevan’s 1, Christine Mudgway’s 2, Betty Taylor’s 3, Lawrence Staples’ v.h.c. Six entries. PIGS. BERKSHIRES. (Judge: Mr. O. C. Ellerm, Palmerston North.) Boar, over 14 months—Cheltenham Dairy Company’s Makino Count 4th., I and champion, H. E. Fieldhouse’s Makowhai Sir John 2, and reserve champion. Two entries. Boar, 8 months and under 14 month —E. J. Fieldhouse’s Ridgelands See I 1, R. V. Browu and Son’s Ratanui Rival 2, H. E. Fieldhouse’s Makowhai Rex 3. Three entries. Boar, over 4 months and under 8 mouths —E. J. Field’s entry 3, H. E. Fieldhouse’s entry 2. Two entries. Boar, under 4 months —Cheltenham Dairy Company’s Makino entry 1, H. F.. Fieldhouse’s entry 2, and also 3. Three entries. Sow, over 14 months, must have farrowed or be visibly in pig—‘-Cheltenham Dairy Company’s Ngakanui Nora 1 and champion, H. E. Fieldhouse’s Mah Jennie’s Maid 2, and rescr,e champion. Two entries. Sow, 8 months and under 34 months —Cheltenham Dairy Company’s Belmont’s Princess 1. Only entry. Sow, over 4 months and under 8 months—Cheltenham Dairy Company’s Makino entry 1, H. E. Fieldhouse’s Mah Winsome Lass 2, E. J. Field’s entry 3. Three entries s

Sow, under 4 months—Cheltenham Dairy Company's Makino entry 1, H. E. Fieldhouse’s entry 2, Billy Page’s Kaiaranga Lass 6th., 3. Four entries. Sow with litter not less than six pigs—J. Morgan’s 1. Only entry. Best litter of p!gs of not less than six—J. Morgan’s entry 1. Only entry. TAMWORTHS. Boar, over 14 months—C."S. Hunt’s Rutherglen Dennis 1, H. E. Fieldhouse’s Rutherglen “Rufus 2, 0. S. Hunt’s Rutherglen Massey 3. Four entries. Boar, 8 months and under 14 month® —C. S. Hunt’s entry 1, H. E. Fieldhouse’s entry 2, N. J. Sorraghan’s Wirokino Some Boy 3. Four entries. Boar, over 4 montfts and under 8 months—C. S. Hunt’s entry 1, N. J. Sorraghan’s Wirokino Glen 2, G. S. Hunt’s Rutherglen Angus 3. Six entries. Boar, under four months—U. J. Sorraghan’s Wirokino Mavo 1, C. S. Hunt’s entry 2, W. M. Williams Golden Hero 3. Four entries. TAMWORTHS. Best sow, over 14 months, must have farrowed or be visibly in pig: Cheltenham Dairy Company’s Palmerston Queen 4th 1 and champion, W. M. Williams’ Alesberry Lady Supreme 2 and reserve champion, N. J. Sorraghan’s Wirokino Selina 3. Six entries. Sow, 8 months and under 14 months: Cheltenham Dairy Company’s Mountley’s Princess 1, C. S. Hunt’s Rutherglen Queen Ist 2, H. E. Fieldhouse’s 3. Four entries. Sow, over 4 months and under 8 months: C. S. Hunt’s 1 and 2, Cheltenham Dairy Company’s 3, W. M. Williams’ Alesberry Golden Nancy I. v.h.c. Ten entries. Sow, under 4 months: N. J. Sorraghan’s Wirokino Mavis 1, C. S. Hunt’s 2, W. M. Williams’ Alesberry Golden Sarah 3. Four entries. Sow with litter of not less than six pigs: C. S. Hunt’s Rutherglen Daisy 1. Only entry. Litter of pigs of not less than six: C. S. Hunt’s entry 1. Only entry. LARGE WHITES. Boar, over 14 months: Levin Dairy Company’s Mahora Banner 1 and champion and Para King David 2 and reserve champion. Two entries. Sow, over 14 mouths, must have farrowed or be visibly in pig: Levin Dairy Company’s Lake View Duchess 1 and champion and Lake View June 3, Mrs Norman Kirkcaldie’s Waikanapa Helpful 2 and reserve champion. Three entries. Sow, over 4 months and under 8 months: Mrs Norman Kirkcaldie’s Waikanapa Poppy 3, and Waikanapa Pansy 2. Two entries. Sow, under 4 months: Mrs Norman Kirkcaldie’s Waikanapa Promise 1. Only entry. LARGE BLACKS. Boar, over 14 months: J. Morgan’s Lucerndale Bendigo 1. Only entry. Boar, 8 months and under 34 months: O. K. Christensen’s Grinton Royal Leader 1. Only entry. Boar, over 4 mouths and under 8 months: J. Morgan’s Horowhenua Black Duke 1, and Horowhenua Gay Boy 2. Two entries. Sow, under 4 months: J. Morgan’s. Horowhenua Matara 1 and Horowhenua Otaki 2. Two entries. Sow, over 14 months, must have farrowed or be visibly iu pig: O. K. Christensen’s Roseberry Cherry Blossom 1 and reserve champion, J. Morgan's i Weraroa Laura 2, O. K. Christensen’s Horowhenua Olivette 3. Four entries. Sow, S months and under 14 months: O. K. Christensen’s Grinton Spicer Lass 1, J. Morgan’s Horowhenua Mittie 2. Three entries. Sow, over 4 months and under 8 months: J. Morgan’s Horowhenua Corrianda 3, O. K. Christensen’s Horowhenua Glorietta 2. Two entries. Sow, with litter of not less than six pigs: J. Morgan’s Horowhenua Happy Days 1 and champion, O. K. Christensen’s Roseberry Royalette 2. Two entries. Litter of not less than six pigs: O. K. Christensen’s 1, J. Morgan’s 2. Two entries. CROSSBREDS. Sow, with litter that has not pieviously won a prize: Newell Bros.’ 1, J. McLauchlan’s 2, S. Sloan’s 3. Six entries. Sow, with litter of not less than six pigs: Newell Bros’. 3, Levin Dairy Company 2, Levin Dairy Company 3. Five entries. Litter of pigs of not less than six: Levin Dairy Company’s 1 and 3, Newell Bros. 2. Six entries. PORKERS AND BACONERS. One pig, most suitable for pork, live weight to be not less than HOlbs. or more than 1301b5.: Levin Dairy Company’s 1, Newell Bros’ 2, Levin Dairy Company’s 3, N. J. Sorraghan’s v.h.c. Nine entries. One pig, most suitable for bacon, live weight not less than 1701bs. and not to exceed 2071b5.: N. J. Sorraghan’s 1, Cheltenham Dairy Company’s 2, Levin Dairy Company ’s 3. Seven entries. PONIES. Best boy or girl rider, ten years of age or under —Billy Taylor 1, Dick Den ton 2, Bruce Fogden 3. Seven entries. Best boy or girl rider, 11 to 15 years, ponies 14.2 hands- or under—Cath. Chamberlain’s 1, T . Nicholson’s 2, D. Blenkhorn’s 3. Eleven entries. Pony, mare or gelding, 11 to 13 hands, to be ridden by boy or girl under 11 years—Billy Taylor’s Paddy 1, Jean Arcus’ Tommy 2, Miss M. Morrison’s Kinkajou 3. Nine entries. Pony, mare or gelding, ,13 hands to 14 hands, to be ridden by boy or girl 16 years of age and under—Miss M. Morrison’s Lightfoo.t 1, R. Harvey’s Creamy 2,- Miss Edith Hannah’s Peggy 3. Nine entries. School team, comprising three ponies, to be the property of children attending school, and to be judged as best groomed ponies—Poroutawhno School 1, Otaki School 2. Two entries. Best groomed pony, open to children attending schools from Tokomaru to Paekakariki, and including Foxton and Moutoa —Billy Taylor’s Paddy 1, Collis Blake’s Natty 3, Beth Fogden’s entry 3. Eight entries. HORSE COMPETITIONS. Maiden hunters’ competition, weight not less than 10 stone, including saddle and bridle: Arda Hema’s Grey Dawn I,

Miss Wood’s Gentleman Jim 2. Six entries. Pony race, 12 hands and under, riders 12 years of age or under; D. Austin 1, B. Lumsden 2, J. Hopa 3. Pony jump, for ponies 14-2 hands and under: Miss M. Morrison’s Lightfoot 1, J. Nicholson’s Huimai Trick 2, D. MePonald’s Jean 3. Sx entries. District jumping competition, open: T. L. Mansell's Glendowie 1, Gordon Vickers’ Happy Landing 2, D. C. Blake's Lone Ranger 3. Eight entries. HOME COOKERY. Best Cold Sweet (Dessert), made from Davis’ Gelatine. To be exhibited in glass dish.—Mrs. A. M. Colquhoun 1, Mrs. J. H. Staples 2, Miss I. Shaw 3, Mrs. J. J. Guerin v.h.c. Ten entries. Fruit Cake (made from specified recipe).—Miss Jean Hifchings 3, Mrs. P. R. Catley 2, Mrs. B. M. Bryant 3, Miss 1. Shaw v.li.c. Ten entries. Madeira Cake. Not less than 1 lb.— Miss Jean Ilitchings 3, Mrs. C. Rand 2, Mrs. W. Ransom 3. Five entries. Seed Cake. Not less than 31b. —Miss 1. Show 3, Mrs. C. Rand 2. Four entries Billy Sponge, no rising.—Mrs. C. Rand 1. Only entry. . Sponge Sandwich, no filling.—Mrs H. Hossack 3, Mrs. A. M. Colquhoun 2, Mrs. C. Rand 3, Mrs. J. H. Staples v.h.c. Eight entries. Ginger Cake.—Mrs. T. A. Burling 3, Miss I. Shaw 2. Tlireo entries. Jam Roll.—Mrs. C. Rand 1, Mrs. W. Plaster 2. Three entries. Orange Cake, iced.—Mrs. A. M. Colquhoun 1, Miss I. Shaw 2. Four entries. Scones, plain oven, four.—Mrs. B. M Bryant 3, Mrs. J. J. Guerin 2, Mrs. R. Evans 3, Mrs. 11. Hossack v.h.c. Seven entries. Scones, sultana, four.—Miss I. Shaw L, Mrs. J. J. Guerin 2, Mrs. C. Rand 3. B’our entries. Scones, girdle. —Miss I. Shaw 1. Mrs. J. J. Guerin 2. Four entries. Pikelets (six). —Mrs. Colquhoun 1, Miss I. Shaw 2, Mr. W. Seddon 3. Six entries. Gems, six.—Miss I. Shaw 3, Miss E. Catley 2. Three entries. Two-pound Loaf Nut Bread.—Mrs. W. Ransom 1, Miss I. Shaw 2. Three entries. Shortbread, four pieces.—Mrs. W. Ransom 1, Mrs. W. Seddon 2, Mrs. MiHardy 3. Four entries. Biscuits, three varieties.—Mrs. J. J Guerin 3, Mrs. R. J. Rolston 2. Three entries. Jam Tarts, six with jam filling.—Mrs. C*. R. Cateley 3, Mrs. W. Seddon 2, Mrs. 11. Baumber 3. Five entries. Cream Puff, shell only.—Mrs. C. Rand 2. Only entry. Sausage Rolls, puff pastry, six.—Mrs. H. Baumbe' 3, Mrs. P. R. Catley 2. Five entries. Fruit Pie, short pastry. —Mrs. R, Evans 1, Miss 1. Shaw 2. Three entries. Plum Pudding. —Mrs. T. A. Burling 2. Only entry. Cheese Straws (six). —Mrs. J. J. Guerin 1. Only entry. NOVICE CLASSES. Open to anyone who Las not won a first prize at. any Show. Sponge Sandwich, any filling.—Mrs. H. Hossack 3, Mrs. B. M. Bryant 2. Two entries. Scones, plain o.ven, four. —Mrs. B. M. Bryant 3, Mrs. 11. Hossack 2. Three entries. Shortbread.—Mrs. 11. Mew 1. Only entry. COOKING BY ELECTRICITY. Chocolate Cake. —Mrs. A. M. Colquhoun 1. Only entry. Sponge Sandwich.—Mrs. 11. Baumber I, Mrs. A. M. Colquhoun 2. Three entries. Scones, six, made with butter. —Mrs. H. Mew 1. Three entries. PICKLES AND PRESERVES. Jar Lemon Honey.—Mrs. L. Griffith I, Miss E. Catley 2, Mr 3. C. Rand 3. Five entries. Two Varieties Jam. —Miss I. Shaw I, Mrs. L. Griffith 2, Mrs. W. Ransom 3, Mrs. A. Doyle v.h.c. Ten entries. Two Varieties Jelly.—Mrs. R. Evans 1, Miss V. Richards 2, Mrs. T. A. Burling 3, Mrs. W. Ransom v.h c. Ten entries. One Jar Marmalade.—Mrs. R. Evans 1, Mrs. W. Plaster 2, Mrs. W. Ransom 3. Nine entries. One Jar Tomato Sauce. —Mrs. A. Doyle 1 and 2. Four entries. Ono Jar Chutney. —Mrs. A. Doyle 3. Miss V. Richards 2, Mrs. W. Ransom 3. Six entries. One Jar Vegetable Pickle.—Mrs. N. McLean 1, Mrs. A. Doyle 2, Mrs. O. Rana 3. Four entries. Ono Jar Pickled Onions.—Mrs. A. Doyle 1 and 2. Three entries. One Bottle Pears.—Mrs. A. Doyle 1, Miss V. Richards 2. Three entries. One Bottle Peaches. —Miss V. Richards 1, Miss G. M. Kilsby 2, Mrs. A. Doyle 3. Four entries. One Bottle Plums.—Mrs. R. Evans 1. and 2, Mrs. J. Griffith 3, Mrs. J. 11. Staples v.h.c. Twelve entries. One Bottle Any Other Preserve. — Mrs. A. Doyle 3, Mrs. W. Plaster 2, Mrs. J. H.,Staples 3, Miss V. Richards v.h.c. Six entries. EGGS. One Dozen Hen Eggs. —Mrs. R. J Rolston 1, Mrs. O. Mark 2. Four entries. NEEDLE AND FANCY WORK SECTION. Best Knitted Set of Infants’ Garments, three rrticles.—Miss Jean Judeu 1 Mrs. W. Plaster 2, Mrs. S. P. Bow ler 3. Three entries. Best Knitted Jumper or Pullover. — Mrs. Eric Stratton 3, Mrs. W. Ransom 2, Mrs. W. Plaster 3. Four entries. Best Knitted Man’s Socks, coarse wool. —Miss M. Cameron 3, Miss F. P. Cameron 2. Two entries. Best Knitted Man’s Socks (fine wool) —Miss M. Cameron 3, Mrs. B W. Mon givie 2, Mrs. H. Mew 3. Three entries. Best Knitted Bed Jacket.—Mrs. Ben Smith 3, Miss D. Mackrcll 2, Miss Kiti Graham 3. Five entries. Best Knitted Child's Frock.—Mis3 Jean Juden 3, Mrs. D. Payne 2. Two en tries. Best Piece of Tatting, by girl under 18 years.—Miss Hazel Neilsen 1. Only entry.

Best Piece of Tatting, uy complete article.—Miss D. Tomlinson 1, ld*ss D. Tomlinson 2, Miss D. E. Makelin 8. Six entries. Best Piece of Coarse Crochet, any article.—Miss D. Graham 2. Only entry. Best Worked Supper Cloth, white or coloured. —Mrs. John Newton 1, Mrs. John Newton 2, Mrs. S. Allen 3, Miss E. Mickcll v h.c. Seven entries. Best Worked Traycloth or TablO Centre, white or coloured.—Mrs. John Newton 1, Mrs. John Newton 2, Miss E. Mickell 3, Mrs. S. Allen v.h.c. Eleven entries. Best Worked Cushion, mounted or unmounted.—Mrs .John Newton 1, Miss June Ryder 2, Mrs. F. E. Jones 3. Four entries. Best Worked Guest Towel.—Mrs. John Newton 1, Mrs. W. O. Pengelly 2, Miss E. £ ickcll 3. Four entries. Best Worked Calico Apron.—Miss-*G. M. Kilsby 3, Miss M. Cameron 2, Mrs. M. I. Watson 3, Miss G. M. Kilsby v.h.c. Six entries. Best Worked Organdie Throwover.— Mrs. John Newton 3, Miss N. Braddell 2, Miss G. M. Kilsby 3, Miss M. Cameron v.li.c. Five entries. Best Piece of Tapestry, or Crossstitch.—Mrs. F. C. Brown 3, Miss .S. P. Bowler 2, Mrs. W. Greig 3, Mrs. S. P. Bowler v.h.c. Nino entries. Best Worked Purse.—Mrs. John Newton 1, Miss G. M. Kilsby 2, Mrs. W. O. Pengelly 3. SSix entries. Best Piece Richelieu Embroidery.— Mrs. John Newton 3, Mrs. John Newton 2, Miss M. Cameron 3. Four entries. Best Coat-hanger, Shoe Trees, or Novelty.—Mrs. S. p. Bowler 1, Mrs. F. Jones 2, Mrs. O. Mark 3. Four entries. Best Duchess or Luncheon fc>et. —Mrs. ■John Newton 3, Mrs. S. Allen 2, Miss G. M. Kilsby 3, Miss D. Cleary v.h.c. Nine entries. Daintiest Night dress or Lady’s Pyjamas.—Mrs. John Newton 3, Miss G. M. Kilsby 2. Two entries. Best Worked Two D’Oyleys, one wK > and oue coloured.—Mrs. John Newton 3, Mrs. John Newton 2, Mrs. fc'. Alleu 3. Four entries. Best .Spray V oo<i Fibre Flowers.— -Mrs. ,T. J. Gueriii 3, Mrs. J. J. Guerin 2, Mrs. 11. M. Collins 3, Mrs. J. J. Guerin v.h.c. Seven entries. Best Piece Barbola Work.—Miss Mary MacDonald 3,2 and 3. Three entries. Best Article of Thrift.—Mrs. C. Rand J, Mrs. C. Rand 2, Mrs. R. Evans 3. Four entries. Best Piece of Fancywork, not already enumerated.—Mis. John Newton 1, Miss N. Braddell 2 and 3. Ten entries. NOVICE CLASSES. Open to anyone who has not won a first prize in any needlework division at any show. Best Piece of Fancy Needlework, any Article.—Miss E. Mickell 3, Mrs. W. Grieg 2, Mrs. F. E. Jones 3. Niue entries. SPECIAL CLASSES FOR WJ. MEMBERS ONLY. Floor Mat.—Mrs. F. Gardiner 1, Mrs. R. Evans 2. Two entries. Best Soft Toy. —Mrs. G. Dome 1. Only entry. Most Artistic Article from Waste.— Mrs. E. Evans 3, Mrs. G. Dome 2, Mrs. R. l!vans 3. Seven entries. Most Useful Article from Waste.— Mrs. R. Evans 1, Mrs. F. E. Jones 2, Mis. M. Field. Three entries. Best Display of Six Articles from any institute or W.D.F.U.—lhakara W.I. 1, lvoputaraa W.l. 2, Kimberley W.I .3, lhakara W.L ve.h.c. Five en* ties. TO-MORROW’3 TIME-TAELE. The time-table for the second day'* proceedings is as follows: 9 a.m.—Judging hacks, classes 12, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25 and 26. 10 a.m.—Judging farm horses, classes 13, 14, 35, 36, 17, 18 and 19. 11.30 a.in.—Commence judging Highland dancing. 12 noon.—Luncheon. 1 p.m.—Continue judging Highland dancing. 1 p.m.—Qualified hunters, class 27. 1.30 p.m. —Best lady rider, class 28. 2 p.m.—Grand parade. 2.30 p.m.—Ladies’ jump, class 29. 2.45 p.m. —Hunters’ competition, class 30, (open). 3.15 p.m.—Pony race, class 33. 3.30 p.m.—Steeplechase, class 32. a p.m.—Consolation jump, class 33.