NATIONAL DAIRY SHOW.

Stratford Evening Post, Volume XXXV, Issue 76, 7 April 1913, Page 2

NATIONAL DAIRY SHOW.

AT PALMERSTON NORTH. Those of our'fbaders who had the pleasure of visiting the'very successful National Dairy Show of 1912 wdi be interested to learn that the fixture for this year is timed for June 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th. Sri great was the demand last year that the committee were hard 1 put to :t to make the available space go round. The growth of the show has compelled the committee to once again make provision for same, and extensions to buildings are now in progress which will give another 4,000 square feet for allotment. This addition will increase the covered portions for Winter Show purposes to roughly 50,000 square feet, and it is anticipated that the 1913 event will be far and aw ly the most notable held by the progressive Manawatu and West Coast A. and P. Association. The benefit t f oducatioilal work carried on by the puolic spirited'members and supporters of the Association is incalculable, and it must be borne in mind, that it is not a> matter of profits for dividends, but of profits for extending the good work now being, carried on. The 1 Show, which lasts for four days, is full of interest fropi start to finish, land it is the meeting ground, not only for those connected with the dairy industry, but also of live stock breeders and those in the general walks of industry and commerce. The connecting up and covering in of all the buildings will prove a great Convenience, enabling as it will visitors to “do the Show” without having to go outside. A fine new front has been erected with a verandah over the footpath which will be most useful in wet weather. Ail innovation this year will be a fat stock show. Two valuable tei\ guinea trophies are offered in the sheep and cattle divisions for most points—straight out wins— and a big display is anticipated. Two other new departures are divisions for amateur photography and needlework. Most points trophies are also offered in these-classes. Those of our readers who know the Show : will fully appreciate the information, and to those who hhave not yet visited it we can only say “see it and judge for yourself.”