THE AUCKLAND ANNUAL CATTLE SHOW.

Colonist, Volume III, Issue 223, 9 December 1859, Page 3

THE AUCKLAND ANNUAL CATTLE SHOW.

This prototype of one of our old English Agricultural shows, came off on Friday last, in Mr. Buckland's sale yard and paddocks, at Newmarket, and We have seldom seen in any of the colonies, so great a muster of good men, good horses, cattle and sheep. A large attendance of farmers, graziers, and merchants, testified to the interest taken iri the exhibition of some of the finest stock in New Zealand. The wool sheep especially received high commendation. We vyere surprised'nofc to see Mr. B. Newell's horse in the show, but we presume he was too late for entry. The embryo representatives of bacon were well up to the mark, and almost looked to say "come and eat me.", Mr. George Graham, who has lately arrived from England via " Prince Alfred, from Sydney introduced two beautiful specimens of Arabian sjjeep. The are certainly a novelty, but we cjo nqt think that their breed vyqijld. prqss, we}l with pur New Zealand sheep, The Poultry department was well supplied in the Cattle Show, although their introduction forming rather a peculiar precedent /but we do not gee why the boon companions of the farm-yard and paddock should not enjoy a share of public approbation, along with the quadrupeds. Almost every possible description of breed made their appearance, and we must compliment them upon their quiet behaviour. The barn-door cocks especially recognised the solemnity of the affair fc,y becoming very temperate jn their old fcabit of prowing. ■:. . \' t . Jn the Meohanica| and Irnplen^er^t s,how, Mr. Mason/a new jQuinibqs, l^ew Zealander," w'a» th.q gveat attraction, {t is beautifully got up,

and reflects great credit for its manufacturer. Mr. Mason has long taken a delight in producing articles that have tendency to show off to advantage, the beauties of our New Zealand woods. Mr. Glenny, of Mount Eden, produced an invention of his own in the shape of a thrashing machine* Many, of the fatners present spoke very highly of its.utility. Mr. Mackay's i'atent Coach Springs; Mr. C. Ewen's Bentall's plough also received considerable attention from the visitors. The horse-shoe making department was ably represented by Mr. Pierce Grace.and Mr Francis White. During the Show the band of the "65th charmed the ears of the animals—both biped and quadruped—by, playing some fine music, which is generally believed to be able to "sooth the savage beast." After the conclusion of the awards the dinner was supposed to be on the table, but to the disappointment ot the sharpened appetite of the hungry gentlemen, they had to wait a " wee bit.'1 When it was ready, it was worth eating. Mr. Fielding was the purveyor, and he certainly had made up his mind to keep up his credit in the cutnary department, and those who had decided upon the qualities of the live stock very willingly gave their decision upon the appearance of a dead stock. Their rapid aw-appearance was an evidence of their fine condition. Major Nixori took the chair, and was faced in the vice (not an iron one) by R. Graham, Esq., After a practical illustration of the appreciation of the. viands the following toasts were briefly proposed from the chair—"The Queen;" "Prince Albert and the Royal Family;" The Army and Navy;" His Excellency the Governor, and his Honor the Superintendent;" all of which received their due proportion of cordial reception. Mr. Martin in proposing1 "The Judges,!' said-^ That no one could envy them the difficult task they Jiad to perform, and complimented them upon the general acknowledged justice of their decisions. He Would couple the name of Mr. Grigg with the oast; Mr. Grigg briefly returned thanks. He believed that he had'attempted to act impartially and congratulated the Province upon the appearance of so much improved stock. Mr. Joseph May returned thanks on the part of the Judges of Sheep, and he could assure them that they had some difficulty in making the awards in some cases,—-especially amongst the long* wool shsep. In judging of the Southdowns there was little difficulty. Mr. Alexander, a late arrival, substantiated Mr. May's opinions. Mr. W. Buckland proposed the "Managing Committee," and Mr. A. Buckland responded. Mr. Baber proposed " The Successful Exhibitors. Mr. Mc'Lean responded, and remarked upon the impartiallity of the judges. He was a large breeder of Soutkdowd sheep, and would be glad to see any of his agricultural friends to inspect them. After several other toasts, the health of the Chairman and Vice-Chairman were proposed and received with acclamation, and a pleasant day was terminated by the band of the 65th playing the National Anthem.—-Auckland Independent^ November 19. The Review.—" All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy." On Monday last Auckland was out of town to enjoy itself in the Government Domain, in order to witness the combined review of the 65th Regiment, and the Jack tars, marines and lubbers belonging to H.M.S. Niger, and the volunteers, who deserve credit for the soldierlike manner in which they were performed their part of the programme. At nine o'clock prompt, the boats cleared away from the side of H.M.S. Niger, and made for the Wynnard Pier, where the men landed in company with a small brass gun. The landing of the gun did not reflect very much credit upon the men who had done such good service in China, but the least said the soonest mended. After landing they were drawn up in file, and marched to their reudezvous in the domain playing Chee boys cheer," immediately after. the 65th showed point on [the road, through the North Barrack gate, to join their brethern in arms. The day was well and pleasantly spent, every one making up their minds to enjoy themselves, The weather was everything that could be wished, a fine breeze from S. W. cooling the atmosphere to a nice degree. Eleven Civilians of Auckland v. Eleven op the Garrison.—This match came off on Saturday last, on the Albert Barracks ground. It originated with the officers of H.M-5.," Niger " and those of the Garrison proposing unitedly to play eleven gentlemen of Auckland, but inconsequence of the departure of the Corvette on that day the former were unable to be present—the officers of the Garrison,' however, being unwilling to occasion disappointment, very manfully determined to take upon themselves the entire onus. The garrison won the toss for innings, and at first fate appeared to have decreed against the civilians—three of their representatives going out for 4 runs though without a wicket having been disturbed but by the admirable batting of Mr. Harris 12 more were soon placed to the score, Messrs. Dobie and Fountain contributing a like number by some fine hits, addition of no less than 83 appearing to the credit of byes and wides, the civilians being thus put on for 78 runs. The wickets were then defended by the Garrison against the bowling of Messrs. Hargreaves and Dobie, which was steady and effective. A score of 68 was made, the cautious play of Messrs. White, Muttit, Hamley, Bigging obtaining 53 of this number; wides and byes only amounting to 6. The interest manifested with respect to the ultimate result of the match now became considerable. In the second innings the civilians ran up a score of 102, the batting of Messrs. Young Russell Ireland, and Dobie eliciting deserved commendation. The Garrison then went in and succeeded in making a total of 90; obtained mainly from the -bats of Messrs. Muttit, Hamley, Bigging, and Terry. The Civilians thus winning by 22. The fielding, of both elevens was very praiseworthy a marked improvement being visible on the part of the Garrison since their match with the Parnell Club. They have also received some valuable: additions to their strength; and we cannot refrain from expressing our delight at seeing some of our veteran cricketers, who have won many laurels on the same field, in hearty fellowship with younger aspirants for fame. Burglary.—One of the most barefaced roberies which has ever been committed in Auckland was committed on Saturday evening by some party or parties unknown, in the heart of the city. Mr. Leckje's shop, in Queen-street, was entered by means ot a skeleton key, during his absence for a short time, and a large amount of property, consisting of watches, jewelery, &c, worth we are informed, about £300, was carried away. A bundle, containing most of the property, was found by the police in a burying-ground near the city, tneir attention having been drawn to the spot by the sexton who had observed a man suspiciously lurking about there very early in the morning,— Ibid.