THE DUNEDIN EXHIBITION AUCKLAND EXHIBITS. DONCASTER BUTTERSCOTCH. Auckland, Nov. 2.

Te Aroha News, Volume VII, Issue 417, 6 November 1889, Page 4

THE DUNEDIN EXHIBITION AUCKLAND EXHIBITS. DONCASTER BUTTERSCOTCH. Auckland, Nov. 2.

We have seen the handsome showcase which has been designed and manufactured to the order of Mr W. Parkinson, confectioner, Victoria-street, to exhibit his celebrated Royal Doncaster Butterscotch. The case, which was made by Mr R. J. Souster, is really a work of art, and worthy of the occasion. The manufacturer of this " children's delight " has already received lettera of permit from Lord and Lady Onslow, authorising their patronage. It is right that all our local manufacturers, who have confidence in their own article, should place it well before our Southern and Australian cities to show that at least wa can hold our own against all comers.

KING, WALKER, AND CO. j Messrs King, Walker, and Co. intend to keep up the credit of Auckland so far as its exhibits are concerned, and, all considered, we should be fairly represented. This firm, \i ho are agenta for New Zealand of Messrs John Robertson and Son, Dundee, who are by far Lhe _ largest exporters to these colonies of whisky, wrote fco tliom, giving their ideas of what would be an effective and telling exhibit. Upon receipt of this letter, the firm cabled " Plunge." Messrs King, Walker and Co. purchased the brass model of the Eiflel , Tower^which Mr Kelsey had for sale, and placed it in the hands of the well-known architects Messrs E. Mahoney and Sons, who prepared plans, and the work isnow in the hands of the Kauri Company, who are hard at work upon it with quite a small army of men. Some idea may be formed ot the boldness of this exhibit when we 3ay that the base will take up the whole area of a bay. The tower will be a faithful representation of M. Eiffel's worldrenowned work. Five feet from the the base Messrs Robertsons exhibit commences with a tier of three oak barrels well varnished, with gold painted hoops, with their name in letters of gold in circular form, with the diamond gradeone,two, and three lettered across the centre. Surmounting these will be two other barrels of "Fine Old" whisky indicated as abovo in letters of gold. Over these will be a series of shelves holding a pyramid of bottles of whisky, with its amber colour, which should be most striking. The tower will rise to the height of some forty feet, i with a banner and pole to finish off, the I banner to be quite a work of art, with Robertsons trade mark The tower is to I be painted the colour of iron, that the imitation may be like the original The bay it is intended to carpet, the colour of which is to be olive green, to throw up the exhibit which this colour has the effect of doing. The casks and bottles are being sent out from Home. They intend having a " boy in buttons " in constant atten- | dance. One of his duties will be to give away to the Scotchmen of Dunedin and other connoisseurs of good whisky miniature bottles of "Fine Old." Messrs Robertson and Son are evidenty intent upon doing their best as far as their exhibit is concerned, and we learn from King, Walker, and Co. that they have placed no limit on their expenditure that it may be a success.

EXHIBIT OF STAR OFFICE. There will be on view on Monday next ab the Star Office a very fine exhibit prepared for the Exhibition at Dunedin, showing the work done ab the Star Steam Punting and Publishing Works. The exhibit presents a really creditable appoarance, and phows that as good work can be done in this colony in the printing and publishing line as is done almost anywhere. The whole of the work has been done on the Star premises, from the carpentry work of the case and stand, to the finest engravings found in such books as "Buller's New Zealand Birds," "Early History of New Zealand," etc. The exhibit stands on a table of about 7ft. square, on which is placed a carved tiniel, the whole surmounted by a "star" carved in kauri. The woodwork is all in mottled kauri, and shows to very great advantage. Round the pedestal are 8 frames locked together on which are displayed the work of this office in letterpress, engraving:, lithography, and phototype — of all varieties and the very best workmanship. On the table and round the pedestal is a show case in which are seen the works published by Mr H. Brett, at this office. There are nearly thirty different works in all, ranging from pamphlets to large and important volume:?. Round the table hang photographs of the hoardings on which tlio " big posters '' of the Star are placed The carpentry work has been done by Mr E. W. Blakey, the carpenter regularity employed on the premises, and reflects the highest credit on his skill. The whole exhibit has a very fine appearance, and is well worth a visit.

AUCKLAND FURNITURE COMPANY 7 . This enterprising Company do noc intend to be placed in the background in the matter of exhibits in the coming show at Dunedin. YVe visited the manutactory, Wellesley-3treet, to-day, and wore shown a truly magnificent bedroom suite of furni turo. 'It consisted of a 6 feet wardrobe, made of figured and mottled kauri, washstand and dressing-table with marble slab, chamber pedestal, towel airer, two chairs, an overmantel, and a lovely cabinet. The timbers nsed in the manu factuie are simply beautiful. The whole, was designed by an English artist, bub the work was made from *" plans by the foreman, Mr Cocks. It is a matter of great surprise to many, that with capacity for making, and with timber unsurpassed, that persons can really think of having any furniture but that which is locally made. The Company need not be afraid of any competition in Dunedin, and we shall not be surprised to learn that a *first prize is obtained. It is not likely the suite will get back to Auckland again, as some wealthy Southerner will probably buy it to adorn his home. The goods will be on view ,on Monday at Wellesleystreet.

PIGEON SHOOTING CONTEST." The Dunedin. Gun Club have fixed December 3rd as the date of the Exhibition Pigeon Shooting Handicap. The prizes are to be liberal, £150 being distributed.