MANAWATU AND WEST COAST A. AND P. ASSOCIATION.

Rangitikei Advocate and Manawatu Argus, Volume XXII, Issue 8964, 1 November 1907, Page 2

MANAWATU AND WEST COAST A. AND P. ASSOCIATION.

The Annual Show. CompetitionsThese, as on former occasions, wore kept going in quick succession throughout the afternoon, commencing a little after 2 o’clock. Prom that hour on tho bulk of the huge crowd were either on the main grandstand or round the outside of tho ring, keenly interested in tho various contest*. Tho results were: VICTORIA CROSS COMPETITION Trooper N. Taylor, Feilding Mounted Kitiea 1 Sorgt.-Major G. F. Eanby, Feilding Mounted Rifles g-- 2 Also competed : Troopers J. R. Taylor, Beatson and Simeon. HUNTERS’ COMPETITION. (Lady Riders) Mr H Westland’s “ Fifi” (Miss M Briggs) ... ... 1 Mr H Westland’s “ Erin-go-Bragh (Miss J Ferguson) 2 Mr W. J. Bartlett’s “ Scout” (Miss B. Abbott) 3 The competition for this increasingly popular event was particularly keen. Tho lady riders as a whole gave a highly creditable display of horsemanship. An unfortunate accident, however, bofel that well-known and export equestrienne, Miss Jessie Campbell, who was riding Mr A. Groomo’s Tzara, who struck tho second hen-coop very heavily, giving Miss Campbell a nasty fall, in which she sustained a sprained wrist and a rather severe shaking. Both first and second places were secured by Mr 11. Westland, of Turakhm Valley, whoso horses wore very cleverly handled by Misses M. Briggs and J. Ferguson respectively. The successful Auckland lady rider. Miss M. Abbot, had a rather difficult mount to rido in Mr Bartlett’s “ Scout,” and secured third position, all the placed division being thus supplied by the Rangitikoi district. Last but not least that always popular ovout with the public, the

LEAPING COMPETITION

(Steeplechase Style) '>* oamo up for decision. Of tho original entry of 31, withdrawals wore very numerous, practically half _ of that number .13, not being brought into the ring. Probably their owners did not lose much by not saddling up their horses unless they wore high class performers. It would have taken a rare good one to have deposed any one of the leading trio and it is doubtful if there is one in tho Dominion who could have given a bettor display than the winner, whose performance was well nigh perfect. That old hand at tho jumping game Ned Kelly was the second to run over the course and he finished up an even exhibition by a grand jump at tho water which no cleared in splendid style, evoking a hearty round of applause from the crowd. The winner of the hunter’s competition (lady riders) Mr. H. Westland’s Fifi, plainly showed that it is asking a horse too much to compete twice with a very brief interval between, especially as in the former case no loss than three rounds had to be undertaken before a final decision was arrived at. Tho next tc go, however, Moonlight, a nice little black marc, showing a good deal of quality, put up an attractive go, and was freely ticked by good judges as a likely place getter. But the host had yet to eqme. Following immediately' after Moonlight earne that big upstanding successful Show-ring jumper Mr J. H. Mac Niven’s Pickpocket. He had on his back Mr James Coombe, of Marion, who the public quickly recognised as a triple winner in previous years on his own queen of jumpers “The Duchess.” The combination proved a most effective one. Pickpocket was rattled along at a merry pace and flew over every fence in faultless stylo finish, ing a performance that gladdened tho hearts of the many lovers of a good jurpper present, by negotiating the water like a regular tradesman. Pickpocket’s display was a remarkably fine one and lusty sustained cheering burst from tho throats of the assembled throng as Mr Coombo reined in his very safe conveyance.

Of the six remaining horses that essayed the task sot them only one need bo singled out for special reference. Running in the nomination of tho well-known Marnria breeder and turf patron, Mr J. D. Mitchell, was a nice-looking black named appropriately Bushy Park, having boon bred on Mr G-. F: Moore's station of that name at Kai Iwi (Wanganui), being by tho’ Nowmmster horse New Forest out of a sister to that once speedy mare Kai Iwi Lady. He was ridden by another 'accomplished horseman in Mr A. Mitchell. His lepping and style somewhat closely resembled that of Pickpocket. The iovmev showed great proficiency and loft behind the 14 obstacles in a most capable manner. The first round, however, was unfortunately marred by a mistake which any bold free fencer is liable to

make. At the lirst fence of the brush double in front of tho stand. Bushy Park overiurapad himself. Mr Mitchell straightened him up as best ho could close'alongside the ring fence, but his mount blundered somewhat at the second o£ the double- With this exception, -• , os almost equally Bushy’ Park’s uisp.u,., p,s fine as that of Pickpocket's. Mr O.’O’Briou, of Oamaru, did pot hesitate in placing No'. I'and ‘2 thus, Pickpocket and Bushy Park, which mot with unanimous approbation. Moonlight and Ned Kelly were, however, sene at it again, with the result that the judgo declared in' favour of the first-named.

The performances of all three placed horses were such of which any steeplechase competition promoters might feel justly proud. The winner, Pickpocket, had twice previously acted as runner-up for the contest, pn each occasion _ succumbing to Mr Coorabe’s cup-winner The Duchess, and it goes to show what a remarkably good one -she must have been to have twice prevailed against such a formidable opponent. IVeight' 12st or ovpr. Result i Mr J. H. Mac Niven's br g Pickpocket, by Uncas, (Mr J. Coombe) ... 1 Mr J. D. Mitchell’s blk g Bushy Park. How Forest—Black Bess, (Mr A. Mitchell) 2 Mr R. D. M. Morrison’s Moonlight, (Mr Beard) 3 Also started : Mr J. H. Macdonald’s Kidnapper; Mr S. J. Haywards, Ned Kelly ; Mr J. Sweeney’s Coroboree; Mr G. F. Moore’s Sammy; Mr F. A. Prioa’s Toomai; Mr T. H. Shaw’s Merrylegs ; Mr H. Westland’s Fifi; Mr J. McTavish’s Lord Dllin ; Mr G: F. Eanby’s = ; Mr J. H. Thompson’s Timbna"; Mr A; Gropme’s Tzara; Mr W. Howard Booth’s HikoVangi.'

Cattle

JERSEYS. Taken altogether, the exhibition of cattle is g particularly creditable one. Although there is a Blightfalling off noticeable in tho number | of animals in the dairying classes, the quality is equal to any previous show. This is especially sp iu regard to the milch cow class. The beautiful Jersey cow owned by Mr A. Buchanan, of Palmerston .North, winner of tho champion butter fat competition, was much admired by visiting Jersey fanciers. This animal, it may be mentioned, won first honours in the 3-year-old class at tho Palmerston Show in HAS. beating the previous year’s champion. Mr Buchanan was naturally very proud of ids win iu this competition, hut was somowha.t disappointed with tho result of his exhibits ii’ other Jersey classes. When asked for a reason of his failure to score iu other classes, seeing that in previous years ho had always done so well, ho explained to a ‘‘Manawatu Times” representative that, owing to the very wet weather experienced this spring he had been unable to put condition on his herd, and to this fact he attributed his failure to secure high award tickets. Iffr S. B. Lancaster, the well-known Fitgiiorberfc owner and breeder of Jersey cattle, secured one first and three seconds with some real fine animals hut, like Mr Buchanan’s animals, suffered to some extent owing to tho lack of condition. Mr McLennan (judge), in conversation with our reporter said that, taken right throughout, the Jerseys were tho finest lot of animals ho had seen together for a yery long time. The local cattle were low in condition, and suffered in tho ring in consequence. Mr E. Eagle’s first and champion hull, M.L.0., was iu excellent condition, and was considered by the judge to be one of tho host animals iu the show. Mr P. J. Quirk’s hull, Lancelot, first and reserve champion in class 138, calved prior to July Ist, 1904, was a beautiful animal and was also highly spoken of by the judge. Other prominent breeders represented were Mr J. A. MoOrea, of Stoney Greek, Mr 0. Olarke and Mr Paul Hunter, all of whom secured awards.

Heifer, calvoil since July Ist, 1905: S, R. Lancaster’s Eileen 1, P. Hunter’s Optician Rose 3, P. Hunter’s Optician Maid 3, A. Buchanan’s Turquoise c. P. Hunter’s Optician 801 l (Larkspin’s Optician—Magnet's Bell) 1, O. Clark’s Leaflet a, P. Hunter’s Aunabcll 3, J. Mcßae’s Sabiau v.h.0., A. Bucliaimu’s Wortena h.o. Pen Jersey heifers; P. Hunter’s Optician Queen 1, S. R. Lancaster’s Dusky Royal 3, P. Hunter’s Aunabello 8,

SHORTHORNS.

Shorthorns were stronger in members than last year, but tho fact that Hawke’s Bay breeders took an interest in these classes this year accounted for this. Tho principal winners wore Messrs A. M. Williams and tho Mt. Herbert Estate. In Horofords, Mr E. Short, tho wellknown Romney breeder, scored a first with ins hull. Cleric, bred by Mr J. Stuckey, but the liou’s share of prizes J ell to Mr G. F. Moore, who had no loss than eleven entries in tho Hereford classes. There wore some very high-class Aryshiros on tho ground, Mr J. Kylo, of Fitzhcrbert, Mr O. Woodley, Slack Bros., aud D. Buchanan being the principal prize-takers. Mr Kyle secured two firsts, a championship, two seconds aud three thirds. Tho whole of these animals were in the pink of condition and wore considered by the judge to bo equal to anything to bo found in any show ring in the Dominion.

Sheep

It is no exaggeration to say that the most interesting part of tho Show this year, for fanners, lias boon the sheep department, ami the focus of interest was among tho Romneys. No doubt tho keen competition between two well-known breeders, Messrs Wheeler ami Short, for tho chapmiouship, was a cause of added interest, but apart from that fact, tho Romneys would all tho same have drawn the chief attention of sheep farmers for tho brood is more valued in tho district at tho present than at any time in its history aud tho show of Romneys is bud a reflection of tho fact by tho number exhibited, and their general high quality. As was remarked by a competent critic to our representative : “There was uot a bad sheep in this class.” Tho Romuey owes are admittedly better mothers than their rivals in favour, tho Lincolns, though they do not hold their wool as well in rough country. But one well known farmer with whom our representative was speaking on tho comparative popularity of these two broods, expressed tho opinion that recently there had been a greater demand for Lincolns. Ho instanced tho fact that tho well known breeder of Lincolns, Mr Wybourno, had sold a ram that day iu tho pen, before tho judging, for ouo hundred guineas. There was an innovation apparent iu the preparation of sorao of tho entries for tho show after tho English fashion of colouring them. Mr Short’s entries, for instance, iu tho Romuey class, undoubtedly looked prettier because of tho preparation, aud on that account there is little doubt but that the practice will grow, but wo found that.breeders were by no menus unanimous iu approving tho practice, hut rather condemned it. In addition to the variety of breeds usually exhibited, was that of Roscommon, imported and shown by Mr J. Davis. It is a large boned IrLsh-b.ed sheep which might find a place under tho groat diversity of conditions of grazing laud iu this country.

THE ROMNEYS. Mr Matthews, the assistant judge of tho Romney rams remarked to our representative that it was the finest entry of Romney rams lie had over judged in the 4-tooth class and certainly the strongest ever shown oq the ground ; and the quality of tho sheep had improved both in the covering and in tho quality of tho Wool, also tho sheep wore brougho in in better condition. Tho chain? piou ram was one of the finest animals ho had ever come in contact, with. It had been first at tho Royal Show at Homo and now had beaten a Liter Royal Show winner. Both wore certainly lino specimens of their breed, but bo was satisfied (and much trouble had been gone to in coining to a decision) that the winner would come oat first ou any system of points. Mr Wheeler’s ram was imported last year, was first and champion at tho Hawkos’ Bay Show and now gained a similar honour for its owner hero, Two of its good points are, its magnificent carriage and tin* fineness of its fleece. Besides tliii grand ram shown by MrE. Short, hti exhibited a splendid lot of tho saiutj bread qf which five owes and threq rams just got out of quarautinq-' Tho sheep of this breeder have par. ticularly deusa and fine fleeces witli good carcases and it will ha noted by the prize list that many of the honours of the day foil to him. THE LINCOLNS. " The judge declared the Lincolns wore the most oven lot ho had ever judged. Breeders were bringing the breed to such a uniform high type that judging had become really difficult, Tho champion was a grand conditioned sheep but he would not say if some other sheep had been in equally good condition bat that it would’have been as well favoured. From these remarks the judge evidently indicated that the second

prize hiicup mu ... .iu., icing, inferior iu quality. The honours in ibis class fell largely to Mr IV. H. Wybourne whosi ram of “30 mouths and over” Was awarded the championship. His rum was also first iu class for 18mos. and under. The Hon. J. D. Ormond’s owe was awarded tho ebapmiouship and Mr W. Perry was also a successul prize-taker in this class. SOUTHDOWNS. The judge expressed the opinion that the exhibit of Southdowns was a nice lot and all in good condition, typical ■of - the : breed and showing much quality. The young owed were specially good all through. Among the rams, the champion was marvellously well fleshed and was carriyng a good even fleece possibly 1 a little too much covered below tho eyes but altogether be was a very fine importation. It would be noted as a proof of the general high quality of the entries that the honours were evenly ditsributod. Lust year the entries were a little more numerous but then all Sir Stuckey’s wore included. Sir E. Short, however, who is establishing a Southdown flock, the commencement of which was made from those he bought from Sir Stuckey, exhibited six, four in the wool and two out. He was awarded first and second iu ewe hoggets in tho wqql and first with shorn ewe hogget—a good ‘record with so few entries.

Sir James Knight got the cham : piouship with his ram, which he imported from Sir Edward Ellis’ flock, England. It was shown at the Feilding Show for the first time iii this country and was awardee! the first and championship. Mr Knight was also first with ewe and lamb at foot, second iu pair of ewe hoggets and was awarded several other prizes. It is worthy of remark that Sir Knight’s ram came into rivalry with that of the winner of tho championship hero last year.

ENGLISH LEIOESTEES. Tho judge remarked iu regard (0 these exhibits W(?1 . 0 [ well wooied and most of them true to typo. He had boon informed that ho had reversed the decision given r,t the Hawke!s Bay Show in. regard to tho rams. But it was a- particular point in the breed that they must bo well wooled underneath anil sufficiently at the points. The show of English Leicester would compare very favourably with that of any other in tho country and was, ho thought, superior to that of last year. BORDER LEIOESTERS. The judge was well satisfied with this class. The champion sheep turned out to ho an imported one, It was a really nice sheep well covered and very fleshy. The reser vo champion colonial bred was very large but had not so nice a character or as good a head and carriage. Tho champion ewe was in high condition with a lamb at foot having lambed about a fortnight since, which was in her favour; The-ewes finder IB months were a good lot.

Prize List. HORSES. (Thoroughbreds.) Stallion over 4 years: J. 6. Duncan’s Conqueror (Medallion —Siesta) 1 and champion, T. Andrew’s Strowan (Lochiel—Marion) 3, Mare with foal or to foal shortly: T. Andrews’ Wild Daisy (RecluseDaisy) 1. Carriage horse, stallion, 3 years and upwards: J. S. Handyside’s Britain’s Pride (Pilot —Black' Bess) I, E. G. Humphrey’s Crown Child (Rothschild —IsodoVis) 3. Mare for breeding earrings horses: R. McMnrray’s iiliy, bred by exhibitor 1. Gelding or Filly,3 years and upwards : O. Bishop's Sea Breeze, by Galantine 1, A. Fitaherbert’s The Colonel (The Officer —Molly) 3. Gelding or Filly. 3 years: E. McMurray’s bay filly (Webb—Trilby) 1. Brood Mare, for breeding hunters: J. Waugh’s bay mare 1. Weight-carrying Hack (saddle horse): J.. H.« Mdsiven’s Juggler I Wizard— ) 1 and champion,' •hack, W.' Gaisford’s Columbine

{The Pnge-Jossica) 3, B. Lethbridge’s Nightmare (Linstock —The Ghost)B. Weight-carrying Hack, any age up to 13 stone: W. J. Bartlett’s Scout (by Silver Spec), 1. J. Mitchell’s Straight Eleven (Jersey—Foulshot mare) 2, F. McDonald’s Comrade (Galantine—Pet) 3, B. McEwau’a Kingman (Bellman—Flora) v.h.c. Light-weight Hack, any age up to 11 stone: Mrs D. Riddiford’s Whipcord (Ruataugata—Southern Chief mare) 1, R. W. Hornbrook’s Maybollo (Sylvia Park—Lena) 2, J. Schultz’ Sweet Sylvia (Sylvia Park j —Sweet Sloop) 3. j Weight-carrying Cob: M. Edgar’s : Tomtit 1, H. Simonds’ His Worship ; (Galantine—Garliue Pacey) 2, N. ; Gifford Moore’s Samson v.h.c. j Mare or Golding most suitable as a hunter: W. J. Bartlett’s Scout 1, D. Mitchell’s Straight Eleven 2, J. j H. McNivou’s Juggler 3. ( Troop Horse: P. Woottou’s Gone- j away X, G. M. Lloyd’s Vagabond 2. , Lady’s Hack: F. Haggitt’s Jack 1, j S. Hickson’s Diamond 2, J. Schultz’ j Sweet Sylvia 3, Miss Paul’s Mooria- j mooka v. h. c. AValking Horse; Mrs D. Riddiford’s j Whipcord (Ruatangata—Southern Chief mare) 1, J. D. Mitchell’s Bushy Park (Now Forest—Black Boss) 2. Girl rider under 15 years; Miss Maggie Briggs 1, Miss H. Maher 2, to HOB (no name) 3, Miss Queenie Swainson v.h.c.

Boy rider under 15 years; F. Boult 1, R. Kilsby 2, Rae Scott 3. Girl rider under 10 years: Eileen Shuto 1, Rona Shute 2. Boy rider under 10; Cecil Moore 1, H. S. Hadiiold 3, B. Kilsby 3. Pair Plough Horses: J. M. Bonnet 1.

Hoary Golding or Mare: AY. A Phillips and Sous’ Dick, 1, H. M. Simmons’ Hockou 2.

Marc or Golding in regular work: H. M. Simmouds’ General 1, H. M. Simmouds’ Patrick 2, R. McMurny’s Blue, 3. Farmer’s Mare or Gelding; H. M. Heywood’s Meg 1, G. H. Mailett’s Darkey 2. Pair Horses in regular work; H. M. Simmouds’ Hoekeu 1.

Lorry Team: H. M. Simmouds’ Hockou and Captain 1. Marc or Golding for spring cart or express purposes: H. M. Simmouds’ Captain 1. Tradesmens’ single light Horse; Nash and Co.’s Billy 1, W. Cotton’s 2, Paget and Bauou’s, Bill 3. Single Horse for town carriers’ express: AY. Rowutrco’s Tui, 1, S. T, Hunt’s Simon 2, N. 3. Express Co.’s Dolly 3. Horse or Pony and milk float; J. S. Jones 1.

Single-harness Horse, 15.3, hands and over: F. J. McDonald’s bay Comrade (Galantine—Pot) 1; S. Hickson’s Diamond (Dictator —Belle Hnou) 2; O. Bishop’s Seabreeze, by Gallautiue, 3. Single-harness Horse, over 15 and under 15-3 hands; G. Searlo’s Darby 1; E. AY. Burnell's Artful, by ,Tho Artist, bred by exhibitor, 2; L. J. Vorry’s Princess, 3. Draught Stallion, over 4 years: F. A. Bremer’s Lord Erskine (Sandy Erskilie—Pearl II.) 1 and champion ; G. F. Moore’s Bancor. 2; J. AY. Harding’s Baron Graceful (Baron’s Pride—Graceful), 3.

Heavy Draught Stallion: J. D. Mitchell's Sterling Prince (Champion—Hope) 1; R. Anderson’s - 2; A. Briscoe’s Lord Dalrymplo (Wallace— Kitty Dalrymplo) v.h.c.. Cole, foaled since August Ist, 1904; Pcrham, Larsen and Co.’s Smar’ Glen (Ruthorglleu—Gipsy Queen) 1; J. S. Oughton’s Royal Crown 2; AY. R. Anderson’s Semaphore 3. Colt foaled since August Ist, 1905 : J. D. Mitchell’s Kandahar (Lord Roberts—Hum) 1; H. McEwou and Sons’ St Andrew, 2; AAA R. Andrews’ His Excellency 3, (jolt, foaled since August Ist, IQOii: T. Edliu’s King of the Saxons (Cedric the Saxon —Jewell) 1. Mare, with foal at foot:J. AY. Harding’s Queen Agg. (Shepherd Lad—Topsy) 1; J. S. Oughfou’s Miss Ivanhoo 2. A....

Filly, foaled since August Ist, 1904: J. AY. Harding’s Lady Margaret [Prince Alexander—Tairi Maggie); 1;' Gaiuliuis Knnpokomii Glou, 3. Filly foaled since August Ist, 1905: Hdu. J. D. Ormond’s (Rnthorcleu—Boss) 1 ; AY. Gadsby’s Princess Roval 2. ' Filly foaled since August 190 G; H. Ennlio’s Lady Robert’s (Lord Roberts —Ripley) 1, Ay. Gadsby’s Royal Gem (Royal Standard—Blosr iom) 2, Hon J. D.’ Ormond’s Young Duchess (Ruthnglen—Brown) 3, A. Prentice’s Guy Fawkes (Nightwatchman —Nellie) v.h.c. Gelding iu regular work, 4 years and upwards: H. M, Simmouds’ Captain (ch. gelding) 1, H. M. Simmouds’ Hockou 2, AY. J. Philips’ and Sous’ Jim 3. Gelding, 3 years: H. McEwan and Sous Nobby ’ (Federation —Blossom ) 1, A\’. A. Phillips and Sons’ Dick 2. AValking Draught Mare or Gelding: H. McEwan and Sous’ Nobby '■>.’-w H >.i<iii_Biosscin) 1. t -

CATTLE. I List of judges Shorthorns, Mr W. Taylor, Tc Awamuki; Herefords, M- A. McKenzie, Featherstou; jerseys, Mr E. D. McLennan, Papa - kura, Auckland; dairy cows, Mr Allen Donald, Featherstou; Ayrsliircs, Mr Arch. Gillies, Hampden, Otago; Holstein, Friesan, Mr D. C. Gobble, Matapa. Shorthorn bull: A. M. AVilhams Hres. ch.). Pull, calved since July, Mt. xlerbert: Estate, Duke .• of Beaufort 1 (champion); Clifton Coronation— Duke of Beaufort. ' Bull, calved since July Ist. 1905: Mt. Herbert Estate 1, A. M. AYilliams 2 and 3. ] 'Bull, calved since July Ist, 190 b: M. AVilliams’ Royal Duke, To Auto Knight—Royal Duchess, 1; Mt. Herbert Estate 2 and 3. Oow with calf: A. M. \Viluams’ Buttercup 1 (champion), Duke or Beaumont—Buttercup; Mt Herbert Estate 2; A. M. AVilliams 3. Heifer, calved since July Ist, 1904; A. M. Williams’ Minnie, s|r r sician--iiiiuuie, A. "Williams 2; Mount Herbert Estate 3. -Heifer, calved since July Ist, 1905: A. M. Willlllams’ Buttercup 1, Earl Summerton —57th Ruby Buttercup ; Mount Hlrbert Estate 2, A, M- AVilliams 3, v.h.c., add h.c. ' "Heifer, calved since July Ist, 1906: Mount Herbert Estate Duchess of Oxford 10 th, 1, Clifton Coronation — Duchess of Oxford 14th; A. M. , AYilliams 2; Dalziell Bros. 3 ; Mount' Herbert Estate v.h.c., A. M. Williams h. 0. ‘ Best pen of two Shorthorn heifers, calved since July Ist, 1900: 1 Mount Herbert Estate Duchess of Oxford 20th, 1; A. M. AVilliams, 2 " Ayrshire bull, calved nridr to July jst, 1904; J. Kyle’s Lightfoot 1, Victor—Eiloon; J- Kyle’s Lightfoot S. Slack Bros. Raufurly 3; O. Woodley’s General Gordon v.h.c. Bull,' calved since July Ist, 1904: Slack Bros,’ (Baron —lvis) 1 (Cham*,*—,Rajah 2, O. Woodley’s Pnnco 3. Bull, calved since July Ist, 190 j: Slack Bros.’ Silver Prince ( Baron of Avr—Princess Louise) 1; “AV. 1. Havre’s Little Erol 2, J- Kyle »

Fannie 8. , , , . . I Bull, calved since July Ist., i.-Oo . AV. P. Harre’s Dairy Lad (Precedent —Daisy) 1; Slack Bros’ —— K J. Kyle’s Richard 3. AVoouley s Prince Bismarck v.h.c., Colpmau and Karstou’s Prince of Goodwood h.c. . , x ■ Cow with calf: J. Kyle’s Lassie (Major—Myrtle) 1 (champion); A. D. Buchanan’s Myrtle 2, J. Kyle s Blossom 3. ■ , Cow or heifer, dry : Slack Bros. Princess May (King James —Princess May 1; Slack Bros. ’ Countess 2, C. Woodley’s Minerva 3.. calved since Ist July, 1904: Column and Kaisfcou’s Lily (King Edward—Lillian) 1 (res. ch.); J. Kyle’s Flower 2, D Buchanan's Pansy 3. : • • • UHoifor, calved since Ist July, l.<0o: Slack Eros.’ Maitlial (Baron of Ayr —Countess) 1; Slack Bros.’ Martha 2, O. AYoodley’s Lady- 3. D. Buchanan’s Myra v.h.c*. S Heifer, calved since July Ist, 1906; Slack Bros.’ 1, Slack Bros.’ _ 2, O. AVoodloy’s

Queenie 3. Pen of two Ayrshire Jieifors: Slack Bros. ’ 1 > D. Buchanan’s Western Queen a, O. Woodley’s Flossie 3. Colpman and Karstou’s Mita v.lnc. Aberdeen Angus Bull: Handyside’s Khama 1. There were no entries in the the other sections of this division. , . . , T , S Jersey. -bull, calved prior to July Ist, 19*: P. J. Q“ ir | 8 .Lancelot 1 fres eh ) J. A. Mcßae’s Luhras Magnet 3.33. Eddie’s Duke of Fife 3, R. J. Linn’s Bull, calved since July Ist, 19W. Thomas Esley’S Gtorry <*o Lad—Cherry) 1, A. Buchanan s St. B Bunf calved since July E. Eagle’s M.L.O. fihwer) 1 (champion); F. Mooro s T Rimu 3, H. J. Linn’s Viola Lad 3. .. Bull, calved since July Ist, iau» • .1. Mcßae’s Starbright (Starlight— Marigold) 1, E. Eagle’s P. Hunter’s Oculist 3,'

Cow with calf: E. Eagle’s Bilberry 1 (res. cli.), P. Hunter’s Maguet Maid 2, A. Buchanan’s Gleam 3, S. R, Lancaster’s Daisy v.h.c Cow or heifer: J. A. Mcßae’s Primrose (Monopoly—Primrose) 1 (cli.),.S. R. Lancaster’s Jersey Maid 2, A. Buchanan’s Japonica 3. HOLSTEINS. Friesan Bull: N. Kings’ Sir De Kol 1 (ch.). Bull, calved since July Ist 1905; ; AY. J. Lovelock’s De Kol 1. i Bull, calved since July Ist 1906 : | N. King’s Prince Olrac 1, N. King’s i Crown Prince 2, AY. J. Lovelock’s : Olilfsido Laddie h.c., W. J. Love- ’ lock’s Boss Butter Boy o. I Cow with calf: N. King’s Galatea il, N. King’s Gem 2, AY. J. Lovelock’s Ethel of Dolhurst v.h.c , J. Lovelock’s Lady of Oliffside h.c. Heifer, calved since July Ist 1904: N. King’s Queen March 1, AY. J. Lovelock’s Sadie A r ale of Oliffside 2, AY. J. Lovelock’s Princess Van Clevo v.h.c. Heifer, calved since Ist July 1905: Messrs Donald and Sons AVilhelma J, N. King’s Princess Galatea 2, N. King’s Lady Roziuo 3, AY. Lovelock’s Lady Melba v.h.c. Heifer, calved since July Ist 1906: N. King’s Duchess 1, AY. Lovelock’s Lady Van Oleve 2, AY. Lovelock’s Lady Dolhurst v.h.c. Pen two Heifers: N. King’s Lady Bounty 1. DAIRY CATTLE. Cow or Heifer in milk: S. R. Lancaster 1, AY. P. Harre2,E. AVhite 3, M. E. Crook v.h.c. Cow, springer, of any age: S. R. Lancaster 1. Best pen of two Dairy Heifers under 18 mouths: S. R. Lancaster 1 and 2, M. E. Crook 3. Best pen of two Dairy Heifers under 30 mouths in milk or iu calf; S. R. Lancaster I.

PAT CATTLE. (Judge: Mr F. C. Cornfoot, Johusonville.) Cow, any age: G. F. Moore 1 and 2. Two heifers, calved recently: G. F. Moore 1. Single bullock; G. F. Mooro 1, R. Stevens 2. Two bullocks, any age: G. F. Mooro 1. Two bullocks, young: G. P. Mooro 1 and 2. Two bullocks, not more than 4 mouths: G. F. Mooro 1. Pen 2 year old steers; G. F. Moore 1. Single bullock, for shop purposes; G. F. Mooro 1 and 2. Pen of 3 fat bullocks: G, F Moore 1. SHEEP. List of judges iu sheepjjdivisiou : Lincoln, Mr J. B. Sutton; Leicester (English), Mr F. G. Murray; Liucolu, Canterbury; Leicester (Border) Mr J. McKcrchor, AVoodlauds, Southland; Romney ewes, Mr T. Hunt, AYakefield, Nelson; Romney rams, Mr R. Matthews, Featherston; Shropshire, Mr R. Parry® Salisbury, Timaru; Southdowus, Mr Henry Ovondqu, Foudal'ton, Canterbury. Border Leicester ram, 18 mouths or under: Hon. J. D. Ormond 1,2, and 3. Ram, shorn, 18 - mo uths: Hon. J. D. Ormond 1.

Ram, 18 to 30 mouths: Hon. J. D, Ormond 1, J. F. Reid 2, Slack Bros.

Ram. 30 months and upwards: Slack Bros. 1. Two rams, 8 mouths and under: Hon. J, D. Ormond I. Ewe, 8 months or under: Hon. J. D. Ormond 1 and 2, Slack Bros. 3. Ewe, 18 to 30 months: Hon J. D. Ormond 1 (ch. ewe), Slack Bros. 2, P. Noilsou 3. Two ewes, 18 months or under; Hon. J. D. Ormond .1, Slack Bros. O Two ewes, any age: Hon. J. D. Ormond 1, (res. ch.), Slack Bros. 2. Shropshire ram, 18 mouths and under: G. L. Marshall 1, AV. I. Lovelock 2 and 3. Ram, 8 Months or under; G. L. Marshall 1. Ram, 18 to 30 months: AYilliam Raynes 1 (ch. ram), AV. J. Birch 2, G. L. Marshall 3. Two rams, IS months and under : AV.' I. Lovelock 1, G. L. Marshall 2. Ewe, IS mouths or under'; AV. J. Birch 1, G. L. Marshall 2. Ewe, IS to 30 mouths, with lamb: AY. J. Birch 1. Two ewes, with lambs; AY. J. Birch 1. Two ewes, any age, with lambs: AAA J. Birch 1. English Leicester ram, 18 months or under; AV. M. Perry 1, S. R. Lancaster 2, AY. M. Perry 3. Ram, 18 mouths or under: Slack Bros. 1. Ram, 30 months or upwards : S. R. Lancaster 1 (ch.), AYm. Perry 2 (res. ch.), Slack Bros. 3. Two rams, 18 mouths or under, AYm. Perry 1, S. R. Lancaster 2, Slack Bros. 3. Ewe, 18 mouths or under: Slack Bros. 1, S, R, .Lancaster 2, AY. M.

i-erry a. , , Ewe, shorn, IS mouths or under: S. E. Lancaster 1, and S Ewe, over 13'months, with lamb; AYm. Perry 1, S. R. Lancaster 2 and 3. Ewe, over 30 mouths : AY. M. Perry 1 (ch.), S. R. Lancaster 2 and 8. Ewe, dry, 18 to 30 mouths: S. R. Lancaster 1 and 2. Two ewes, 18 months or under; AV. M. Perry 1, Slack Bros. 2, S. R. Lancaster 3. Two owes, any age, with lambs: AY. M. Perry 1 (res. oh.), S. B. Lancaster 2. ' LINCOLNS IN THE WOOL. Judge: Mr J. B. Sutton (Southland;. , XTT Ram, IS mouths’ or under: AV. H. AVvhourue's 1, AYm, Perry's 2, T. Tanner’s 3, AY. Gadsby’s v.h.c. Rams, over 18 months and under 30 mouths: AYm. Perry’s 1, and 2, AYm. Rayner’s 3, T. Tanner’s h.c. Ram, 30 mouths’ and upwards: AY. H. AVvbourne’s 1,2, 3, and h.c. Two Rams, 18 mouths or under: Wm. M. Perry’s 1, ’W, Jti* Wyhouruo’s 3 and 3, Hon, J. D. Ormond’s o. One Ewe, 18 mouths, or under: AYm. Perry’s 1, Hon. J. D. Ormond’s 2, AV. Gadsby’s 3,' AV. Raynor’s h. o One 'Ewe, over 18 months’ and under 30 mouths, with Lincoln lamb ,dt foot; Hon. J. D. Ormond’s 1, T. Tanner’s 2, AV. H. AYybourue’s 3, and v.h.c., AYm. Perry’s h.c. One Ewe, over 30 mouths, with lamb at foot; Hon. J. D. Ormond’s j, and v.h.c., W. H. AVyhourne's 2, T. Tanner’s 3. One Ewe, Lincoln, dry, over IS mouths’ and under 30 mouths: Plon. J. D. Ormond’s 1. AV. Gadsby’s 2. Two Ewes, 18 months’ or under: AY. Perry’s 1, AY. Qadshy’s 2, Hon. J. D. Ormond’s 3. Two Ewes, am-ago, with lambs: AY. Perry 1, Hon.' J. D. Ormond 2, AV. AVybourne 3. Southdown Ram, in the wool: S. TJ I.ui.BKtar 1 mirl O J g ' Rain, IS to 30: Ellis Bros. 1, A. Rollo 3, S. R. Lancaster 3. Ram, 30 mouths and upwards: Knight 1, Ellis Bros. 2, A. H. Rollo

Two Earns: S. B. Lancaster 1, J. Enigbt 2. Two Rams; S. B. Lancaster 1, J. Knight 2. One Ewe, 18 mouths’ or under: E. Short 1 and 3, J. Knight 3, S. R. Lancaster v.h.c. One Ewe, 18 to 30 months’: J. Knight 1, S. R. Lancaster 3. Two Ewes, 18 months or under: E. Short 1. J- Knight 2, R. Lancaster Two Ewes, any ago, with lambs: S. R. Lancaster 1 (champion), A. II Rollo 2, J. Knight h.c. Southdown Rain, shorn, 18 months or under: S. R. Lancaster 1 and 3. Shorn Ram, over 18 months: S. R. Lancaster 1. Shorn Ewe, 18 months or under; B Short 1, Ellis Bros. 2, J. Knight 0 and v.h.c., S. R. Lancaster h.c. Ewe, over 3 8 nx-r:fchs, wich lamo : J. Knight 1, .L R- Lancaster 2. Roscommon Jvm, any age: J. Davies l. „ ‘ T * Cheviot R: in, any ago; S. B. Lancaster 1 timl “f WO io:>-.g-wot>lod Cross-bred Ewes: G H Elliot 1 and 3, J. Davies v-li.e. Two Ewes, farmers’ classes: Mr °-Two K ewe I sg any age : Mrs W. WegS R y omne U y Marsh Ram, 18 months or under: E. Short 1 and 3, R. Taunei 3, P. Mungavin v.h.c., J. L. lieu it c Ramf 18 to SO moutlis: Beatey Bros. 1, Jas. Collins 3. G. Whoger 3 R. Tanner v. h. c., W. E. Alien h.c.,’G. Wheeler c. , Ewe, 18 mouths or under. E. Short 1 (champion Romney ewe), E. Mungavin 3. J. E. Buck 8 and v.h.c., R. Tanner h.c. Ewe, 18 to 80 months: E. Short 1, Bealey Bros. 2, W. B. Allen 3, PMungavin v.h.c. Bam Hoggets; W. B. Allen 1, PMungavin 8, W. H. Buick S, E. Short v.h.c. Ram, 30 months or upwards: G Wheeler. 1 and champion QuibelFs 1 cup, B, Short 3 and res* ch.

j Two Rams: E. Short 1, P. Mangavin 2, R. Tanner 3, E. Short v.h.c., Bealey Bros. h.c. Two Ewes, any ago, with lambs: W. B. Allen 1, E. Short 2 and 3, P. Mungaviu h.c. Two Ewes, over 00 months, with lambs: E. Short 1 and champion. FAT,‘SHEEP. Five fat wethers, under 18 months: F. S. Mcßae’s 1, C. T. Keeble’s 2. Fat wethers under 18 months, long vroolled: F. S. Mcßae’s 1; O. T. Keeble’s 2. Five fat ewes, under 18 months, Down or Down crosses: F. S. Mcßae’s 1. Five fat wethers, 18 to 30 months : O. T. Keeble’s 1. Five fat wethers iu wool, under 18 months, F, S. Mcßae’s 1. Five fat wethers, 18 to 30 months: G. H. Elliott 1, C. T. Keeble 2, F. S. Mcßae 8. Five fat owes in wool, 18 months and under: F. S. Mcßae 1, O. T. Keeble 3. Five fat wethers, under 18 months, any breed; F. B. Mcßae 1. Five fat wethers, any age or breed; O. T. Keeble 1 and 3, F. S. Mcßae 3. Five fat ewes, any age or breed: O. T. Keeble 1 and 2, AY. Richmond 8, F. S. Mcßae v.h.c. Five fat lambs: G. H. Elliott 1, J. A. Mitchell 2 and 3. Five fat lambs, wethers or ewes, Down or Down crossess: AY. Richmond 1 and 3, J. Hanson 3 and v.h.c. (Continued on page 4.)

.Bogs.

Judge: Mr Johnson. ' ; Most of yesterday was occupied in > judging this division,in which there wero . nearly 200 entries. Some very fine types J of dogs were shown, and.Mr E. Watson s ! bulldog W harekake Sonkar enjoys the i distinction of being the best dog in the Show. Messrs Neill and Bennie, of j Napier, showed an exceptionally fine class of imported collies, Southport Selina, an imported bitch, securing 4 firsts and champion. Eoslyn Hegel won 3 firsts, and together with Southport Selina won the best non-sporting brace. In conversation with a Mahawattj Times representive the judge said the deerhounds were of grand quality, and the greyhounds, though not numerous, were j also a good lot. The setters were good, the winners being of specially high quality. The Irish setters were not too good and the spaniels were only moderate, the Ist and 2nd, however, being of more than average merit. The retrievers, particularly the Ist and 2nd prize winners, wero exceptionally fine, and the smoothhaired fox terriers were of good quality, being far ahead of the wires. Mr Watson almost monopolised the bull dog' l , but all were of very high standing. Trm show of pet fluffy poodles by Mrs P. B. Palme attracted much attention and was greatly admired. The Scottish terriers were not strong but the Irish were a very good class. Speaking generally the judge iiuds great improvement on previous exhibits, but considers that there is still

room for more. St. Bernard puppy: A. 0. Haycock’s Drake 1. . St. Bernards, open: Miss B. M. Weddes’ Pa Atua 2. Borzois, open: W. Jansen 1. Deerhounds, dogs: Miss M. Buick 1, T. Brown 2, O. W. Peach 3. W. Jansen v.h.c. . Deerhounds, bitch; A. A. White 1, W. Jansen 3,. . Greyhounds, puppy; 0. Lacroix 1. Greyhounds, novice: S. Thacker 1, Richards and McKeeruan 2, O. Lacroix 3. Greyhounds, open: O. Lacroix 1, TL J. Coleman 2, Richards and .McKeeman 3, T. A. Watson v.h.c. Greyhounds, puppy: R. W. Beaduall 1, P. Hickey 2, S. Paul 3. Greyhounds, novice: E. Weeks 1, T. Bill 3, E. Weeks 3. Greyhounds, open: J. H. Rush 1, P. Leahy 3, F. J. Rendle 3. Pointers, open: J. F. Adams 1, P. Smith 3. Pointers, novice; 0. Strid 1. Pointers, open: P. Smith 1 J. H. Bagiev 3. English Setter; J. Lissingtou 1. English Setters, novice •O. Reeves 1, J. Lissington 3. English Setter, open: Soler Bros. 1 P. James 3. English Setters: H. J. Lloyd v. h. c.

English Setters: Cook and Smith 1 Rowley and Gills 3. English Setters, open: C. Reeves 1 and 3, Cook and Smith 3. B. W. Beaduall v.h.c., J. Lissington h.c. Irish Setters: puppy: H. Hartley ' Irish Setters, novice: W. J.' Davis I, H. Hartley 3, B. M. Bishop 3. Irish Setters, open; W. Seavill 1. J. Limber 3, P. B. Wilkinson 3, 0. Breutou v.h.c. Irish Setters, novice: H. Hartley 1. Irish Setters, open: J. O’Brien 1, S. Lucas 8. Eetrievers, curly-coated: Quinlan and Anderson 1. Retrievers, cuvly-coated, open: Quinlan and Anderson 1 and 3, J. Saunders 3. Field Spaniels, black; G. Anderson 1, N. Johnstone 2. Field Spaniels, black: S. Paul 1, Mrs T. R. Moore 2, T. A. B. Hudson 8. Cocker Spaniels, puppy: J. Lissington 1, C. Burt 3, B. S. Connell 3. Cocker Spaniels, novice: T. Hocld 1 and 2, J. A. Foley v.h.c., B. S. Connell v.h.c. Cocker Spaniels, limit: Soler Bros. 1, McMillan and Young 3, Mrs L. A. Barraud v.h.c. Cocker Spaniels, open: A. 0. Howes 1, T. Hughes 3, Soler Bros. 3, McMillan and Young v.h.c. Cocker Spaniel, puppy: R. Bagshaw 1, J. Lissington 3. Cocker Spaniels, novice : R. Bagshaw 1, K. Lissington 3, Mr Tregurtha 3. Cocker Spaniels, limit: Mrs E. Lissington 1, R. H. Bagshaw 3, A. E. Moore 3. Cocker Spaniels, open: Mrs Lissiugton 1, T. H. Hughes 3, R. H. Bagshaw 3, Soler Bros, v.h.c. Cocker Spaniels, brace: Mrs E. Lissington 1. Collies, rough coated: E. Dingle 1.

Collies, novice: Neill and Eennie 1, E. Dingle 3. W. A. Rennell 3, B. Drury (2) h.c. Collies, limit: Neill and Eennie 1. and 3, Mrs J. E. Hankin 3, W. A. Rennell v.li.c. Collies, New Zealand bred: Neill and Rennie 1, Mrs J. G. Hankin 2, W. A. Rennell 3, J. H. Bagley v.h.c. Collies, open; Neill and Rennie 1 and 3, Mrs J. G. Hankin 3. W. A. Rennell and J. H. Bagley v.li.c. Collies, puppy: J. H Bagley 1. Collies, novice: Neill and Rennie I, A. J. Sliailer 2, O. Crut 3, J. H. Bagley v.h.c. Collies, limit: Neill and Rennie 1, J. H. Bagley 2, A. J. Shailer 3, 0. Crut v.h.c. Collies, New Zealand bred: J. H. Bagley 1, C. Grut 2, C. Thorburn 3. Collies, open: Neill and Rennie 1, J. H. Bagley 3, O. Grut 3, O. Thorbuarn v.h.c. Collies, open: R. 0. Dunlop v.h.c. Collies, open: S. G. Crosse 1, A. A. Cuthbertson 3, J. H. Lang 3, 0, D. Grapper v.h.c. Fox Terriers, puppy; A. Nowlan 1, P. H, Forster 3, M. Madelley 3. Fox Terriers, novice; H. Ashworth 1, P. Forster 2, H. Madeloly 3. Fox Terriers, limit: W. B. Hall 1, W. A. Smiths, T. F. Walker 3, A. Nowlan v.h.c. Pox Terriers, New Zealand bred: W. B. Hall 1, W. A. Smith 2, P. Forster 3, Mrs E. Veitch v.h.c.,. Walker v. h. c., A. Nowlan h. c. • “ Fox Terriers, open: B. Hall 1, W. A. Smith 3, P. Forster 3, J. P. Walker add No. 117 v.h.c. Fox Terriers, puppies: W. R. Barclay 1, Forster 3. Pox Terriers, Limit:W. Smith 1 and 3, W. R. Barclay 3, P. Forster v. h. c. Fox Terriers, New Zealand bred: W. A. Smith 1 and 3, W. R. Barclay 3, P. Forster v.h.c. Fox Terriers —open: W. A. Smith’s iland2, W. R. Barclay 3, P. H. Forster v.h.c. Fox Terriers —brace: y. A. Smith 1, P. H. Forster 3. Fox Terriers: W. P. O’Donnell 1, R. H. Whalley 2. Pox Terrier—wire novice: 0. B. Pearson 1, W. F, O’Donnell 3. I Fox Terriers—limit; W. F. O’Donnell 1, O. B. Pearseu 3, G. F. D. Watson 3. I Fox Terriers —N. Z. bred: W. F. O’Donnell 1, W. F. Davis 2, G. Watson 3. Fox Terriers—open: Y. Jamieson 1, W. O’Donnell 3, W. Davis 3, C. B. Pearson v. h. c.

Fox Terriers —puppy: W. Davis 1, R. McCulloch 2. Fox Terriers —novice: W. O’Donnell 1 W. Davies 2, R. McCulloch 3. ’Fox Terriers —limit: G. Watson 1, W. Davis 2, W. O’Donnell 3. Fox Terriers —N. Z. bred: G. Watson 1, W. O’Donnell 2 and 3. Wire Fox Terriers—open: G. Watson 1, W. O’Donnell 2 and 3. Irish Terriers —pups: Janson and Clark’s 1, W. Tapps 2 and 3. Irish Terriers-limit: W. Harper i 1, A. Frost 2. Irish Terriers—open: Janson and Olarks’ 1, W. Harper 2 and 3, Janson and Clark v,h.c. Irish Terriers—limit: R. Sheppard Irish Terriers—open: R. Sheppard 1, Janson and Clark 2. ’Scottish Terriers—pups: Nancy Sewell 1, Miss J. Hunter 2 and 3. Scottish Terriers —open: Nancy Sewell 1, Miss J. Hunter 2. Scottish Terriers —open: Miss J. Hunter 1 and 2. Skye Terriers—open: Mrs Torsenson 1. Airedale Terriers—open: M. Bunting 1. _ _ , Airedale Terriers—open—K. Keeling 1, W. Langford 2. Bulldogs—pups: F. E. Watson 1, also the best dog in the show. Bulldogs—novice; F. Watson 1 and 2, B. Philps 3. Bulldogs—limit: F. Watson i and 2. Bulldogs—N.Z. bred: F. Watson 1 B. Phelps 2. Bulldogs—open: F. Watson 1. Bulldogs—pups: F. Watson 1, F. I D. Watson 2. 1 Bulldogs—novice: F. Watson 1, Bulldogs—limit, N.Z. bred and open: F. E. Watson 1. ■ Bulldog—brace; F. E. Watson L Pugs; F. Hilton 1. A. O, Y. recognised breed not scheduled: Mrs P. E. Palmes 1,2, .and 3. ' • ' _ . „ ... Best sporting brace: W. A., Smith

1, Quinlan and Anderson 3, Richardson and McKeenan 3. Best sporting team : W. A. Smith 1 Best non-sporting brace: Neill and Rennie 1, F. Watson 8.. Best non-sporting team: P. Watson 1, Neill and Rennie 3.