TARANAKI A. & P. ASSOCIATION.

Taranaki Daily News, 2 March 1916, Page 6

TARANAKI A. & P. ASSOCIATION.

AUTUMN SHOW, SUCCESSFUL OPENING DAY. A REVIVAL OF INTEREST. SOME FINE STOCK. OFFICERS. President, Mr. J. S. Connett; vicepresidents, Messrs H. Okey and X. King: hon. veterinary surgeon, Mr. E. Mason; hon. auditor, Mr. C. Fairbrotber; committee, Messrs J. S. Connett, W. B. Grant, F. Watson, C. Fairbrother, L. A. Nolan, G. W. Browne, D. J. Hughes, H. C Sampson, G. Colson, W. Hall, ,T. E. Hill, A. Lister. R. H. Pigott, R. Johnstone, E. Bayley, T. Smellie, W. J. Honeyfield, A. T. Moore, X. W. Hill, G. White, F. Boulton, W. .Scott, 0. Cook, J. H. Bagley, J. H. Street. A. S. Frost, J. H. Frethey, H. Purdie, C. W. Kuebe. B. Honeyfield, W. Cole, junr., J. O'Rourke, A. Phillips, M. Fleming, J. Burgess, C. Andrews, W. Honeyfield, P. Raill, S Vickers, H. J. Okey, H. Lepper, T. R. Rowlands, D. Todd, G. Capper, G. Longstaff, T. Lnxton, J. Allen, A. H. Halcombe, C. Musker, Butler, S. Topless and D. Penwarden. Judges: Horses, light, H. E. Hocken (Feilding) and H. Gillies (Paimcrston North); draughts. ,Tas. Malcolm (Leamington); Cattle, fat stock, A T. Wills (Hawera); Holsteins, R. BSayer (Dalefield); Jerseys, C. G. Bwnipr (Waipiko); dairy cattle. C. Washer (Hawera); sheep, A- 2. Sy»« (Hawcra); pigs, J. H- Sellers, (Okaiawa)J Stewards: Judges', Me«9rs J. S. Connett, G. W. Browne, X. King, E. Griffiths, A. Alexander, H. Linn and C. W. Phillips; ring and competition, Messrs F. Watson, L. A. Nolan, R. Piggott and two schoolboys, M. J. Pigott and Feakins; measuring, Mr. F. Orbell; draught horses, Messrs R. Johnstone and S. Teed and two schoolboys, J. Sampson and Crockett; fat cattle, Messrs J. S. Leiteh and D. Penwarden and two schoolboys, Burkhardt and G. Reeves; Holstein section, Messrs A. McL. Thompson and Ed. Wells and two schoolboys, Pitcaithy' and G. Maxwell; Ayrshire section, Messrs L Hughes, J. H. Frethey and E. Bavlev and two schoolboys, A. C. Cox and L. Bishop; Jersey section, Messrs H. 0. Skelton. H. h. Cutfield, S. Vickers and H. Hughes and two schoolboys. Williams and Brown; grade cattle Messrs E. Cole, H. Purdie, G. Longstaft and S. Topliss and two schoolboys, Biggs and Young; calf section, Messrs A. B. Leech, A. S. Frost and H. Sampson and two schoolboys. J. Henderson and G. Fullersheep, grade,and purebred, Messrs W Grant, A. J. Guscott, A. Hughes and S. Guscott and two schoolbovs, Train and Wilson; pigs, Messrs W. Boeock and P. handers; green feed, Messrs J. R Rowlands and W. Scott: overseeing, Messrs W Grant and R. Johnstone and two schoolboys, Bryre Bros.: ground committee, Messrs J. S. Connett, R. Johnstone F. Watson, G. Colson, A. Lister, D.' Hughes and W. Grant; paddocking and tram committee, Messrs E. Johnstone, X. W. Hill and A. McL. Thomson- ribbon stewards, Mr. George White and 'two schoolboys, Hensori and Duck- • worth: marshal, Mr. F. Watson: num■bcr, Mr. T, Lu.vton: light . horses, mounted steward: Mr. A.- Lister Messrs. H. Linn, D...J. Hughes, C. Fairbrother, and J. Hil. Weight-gnessin" Messrs. 0. Cook, E. Sole, L Hoffmann ,ind L B. Webster.

Thanks in a large measure to the efforts put forth on its behalf by its enthusiastic president, Mr. John ' Connett, during the past few months, the Taranaki A. and P. Association, which has had many ups and downs during its lengthy life, appears ■ to have entered upon a new career of prosperity. Despite the inauspieous times, the 41st annual show yesterday opened under most favorable circumstances on the racecourse, which has been kindly placed at the Association's disposal by' the Racing Club for the annual show for manyyears past, but which it is hoped has now beei- utilised for the last time, as the committee ha s a scheme on hand for establishing itself in a home of its own at the Waiwakaiho. Some months ago it will be remembered that owing to lack of support from farmers in the' district both in work and finance, the committee called a meeting to consider the advisability of abandoning the autumn show. It was ultimately decided to adjourn the meeting so that a canvass co.'ld be made for new members and also for donations and debentures to raise £2500 to install the Society on grounds •f its own, as it was considered that mere sirpport would be given by exhibitors if the Society could cater for them. The lion's share of the work fell on the shoulders of the president, Mr. J. Connett, who spared neither time, tyres, nor ben/.ine in his canvass of the district. It is pleasing to note that bis efforts met with success as the membership, which then stood at nearly 350 now is within measurable distance of 1100, over 800 being financial. Good response has been ma3e to donations to the prize list, whilst already some £ISOO has been promised in debentures or straight-out donations to the equipment of the new grounds. The Society is now on its feet, and it only needs members to pull together to ensure its continued success. The innovation of issuing a red badge to members | has met with signal success also. The arrangements for the show were very I goud. thanks mainly to the work put in by the overseers, Messrs W. B. Grant and E. Johnstone, who have practically lived on the show grounds for the past j few diiys S'i|.f-vising a ""'in.' bund of workers. TV stewprl* vhi were assisted by a number of High School and Technical Ollege bays, an innovation that should be made a permanency at future shows, had everything in readiness for the judges early, and .judging proceeded briskly during the day. th-jus's some of the classes gave considerable trouble. In the secretarial department, the organising ability of Mr. A. L. Humphries was again in evidence and everything worked with the precision of well-oiled machinery. Mr. Wooller had charge of the catering. Mr. Whittle, of the refreshment booth, which is sufficient guarantee that both were in good hands. Taken as a whole, the exhibits must be considered good, for it must be remembered that this year the labor problem is making itself felt. Farmers' sons have gone to the war and so has a good proportion of the farm laborers, with the extra work entailed, hence those that remain find it difficult not only to devote the time necessary to get their stock into show condition, but ftUo to apart time to travel any diftaaco

from their homes. Consequently, it is not surprising to learn that there is no outside exhibiting, though on the other hand practically every breeder of note in the province is showing. While the number of exhibits was numerically not as strong a s last year, the quality 'of the stock was remarkably good, in some classes being equal to that seen at the leading shows of the Dominion. A striking feature was the tine support received from coastal farmers, and it is certain that once a railway is put through to Opunake, the coastal district's exhibit's will be trebled, as farmers do iiot like to drive their cattle long distances. FAT CATTLE A notable absentee from this section is Mr. ft. A. Turner, of Eltham. Some splendid animals were shown, the principal exhibitor being Chas. Sole, of Warea, who has not exhibited here for several years. D. .T. Hughes snowed three fine animals reared on whey, and their condition should impress those who think that cheese factory suppliers are handicapped in this ma tier. R. Turnbull and Son, of Sentry Hill, won several prizes in Shorthorns. MILKING SHORTHORNS. There was good competition in this class, J. C. Wright, of Matapu. and R. Turnbull and Son, of Sentry Hill, winning most of the first prizes. ' The former, who did not exhibit last year, secured a championship. Mr. Topliss] of Motunui and Mr. Chapma:), of Rahotu, were also new exhibitors. Competition in grades was weak. PEDIGREE HOLSTEINS. This section was not numerically strong, but the fact that Mr. Newton King wa s an exhibitor is a guarantee of quality. He secured both championships. A new exhibitor in Mrs. S. A. Morrow (Rahotu), secured some first prizes with some typical young heifers. Other prize winners wore Messrs. W. ■Cy)t> and W. B. Grant, the former being given permission to remove his stock owing to a family bereavement. ' AYRSHIRES. These were a very strong section all the leading Taranaki breeders competing. Honors were well distributed, F. Mills', of Hawera, champion cow Lottie of Waipapa added further to her laurels, but in the bulls, Bonny Lad of Waipapa had to be content with reserve to the grand old Lepperton bull, Little Jim. Olson Bros.' dainty Louie of Haydowns was reserve champion cow. ' These breeders divide the prize list, save that P. Bremer scored a first in a strong class of young bulls, as did Mrs N. Tay° lor, of Stratford, in a strong class of young heifers. Indeed, in some of these classes the judge must have had a very delicate task. In grade Ayrshire there was gocrl competition. Mr. A. Morton showed some fine two-year-olds, whilst Olson Bros displayed a couple of bonny yearlings. ' ■ PEDIGREE JERSEYS. That Taranaki is undoubtedly the home of th~e Jersey was manifest by flip great exhibit of this ilaintv animal, Some wry large classes of a high sti>- ' ard were paraded before the jiuiffe, whose task was by no menus an eii'vi.iljle one. R. J. Linn's Lord Twylish was again unbeaten. The reserve championship went to Chas. Wells' (Warea) Meadowbrook Bellman. Tn females, A. A. Ward's Miro's Meadow Buttercup and Miro gained the ribbands. This latter owner was a heavy exhibitor and gained numerous prizes. Other prizes were well distributed, included therein being such well known names as Ranford Bros., E. Griffiths, P. J. Peterson, and a new exhibitor, C. W. Ruche, of Westown. Grades were shown in strong elasse: of exceptionally good quality. DAIRY CLASSES. I These also evoked keen competition, heifers being particularly choice. The calves fille.: t-.vll (hough 'numerically not equal to last year, the quality wa< '.his year more even. Calves came from f.s widely distributed an area as Wii'toiara and Opunake, the coast which responded poorly last year, excelling itself this year. As on the two previous occasions, the first prize went to Hillsborough (which secured all last year), the winner being H. C. ' Sampson, but the other prizes were distributed throughout the district, HORSES. In horses, the only draughts judged were the mares, for the stallions and championships will be dealt with today. One or two of the mares were very good indeed—in fact, they were exceptionally good. Amongst the light horses the best class was provided by the troop horses, which embraced some splendid types of horse. The ladieshacks were a poor class, the judges stating that in every case the horses were too heavy, and would have been more suitable as gentlemen's hacks. The ponies were described as fair, and there was only one class. On the whole the ponies were better than the hacks. "The horses ag a whole," remarked one of the judges, ''are not as good as the horses I judged here four years ago. They appear to have gone back quite a lot." A good entry of some fine horses was provided by the utility class. COMPETITIONS. Keen interest was taken in the ring competitions, which proved very enjoyable. The jumping was good, though there was one spill. Miss Dorothy Cleaver jrna thrown from her horse and received a shaking, though this plucky little equestrienne was able to ride several other horses over the hurdles during the afternoon. SHEEP. These classes filled well and competition was in most cases keen. Notable absentees from these sections were G. Mitchell, F. Hoskin, T. H. Western and H. T. Best, while a welcome addition was J. Blair, of Hawera. C. Hoskin (Bell Block), B. Honcyfleld, J. H. Allen, etc. PIGS. These were not numerically strong, but some fine animals were shown. The be remarkably good. There should be keen competition in these classes considering the valuable side line that pork has become to dairy farmers, many of litter was considered by the judges to whom breed largely.

HORSES.

THOROUGHBRED. Marc in foal, or with foal at foot—J. Bond's (New Plymouth) Miss. Penelope (imp.), by Antaeus—Vic, 1 and eh. Filly since August 1, W. G. Anstis (Omata) 1. CARRIAGE HORSES AND HACKS. Colt since August 1, 1013— J. Bradford (Awatuna), Meritorious 1. Colt, filly or gelding since August 1, 1014— W. Scott's Vanveura 1. Mare, 15.1 hands and over (other than thoroughbred), with foal at foot, best calculated for breeding horses or weight-carrying hacks—W. Hall (Lepperton) 1, G. Colson (Fitzroy) 2. Mare, best caleulatedf or breeding army remounts, with foal at foot—J. Bond's Miss Penelope 1, W. Hall 2. Filly or gelding since August ]'. 1912 —W. ft: Anstis 1. Filly or gelding since August 1, 1913 ft. Tippins (New Plymouth), by Wildwood Chief. DRAUGHTS. Gelding, prior to August 1912 T. Perry's (Eltham) Ben 1 and Glen 2. Gelding, since August. 1912—New Plymonth Borough Council's Duke 1 and Jimmy 2. Mare, with foal at foot—Taranaki Jockey Club 1, J. Cole (Waihi) 2. Best foal in previous class—Taranaki Jockey Club 1. ,T. Cole 2. Mare, prior to August, 1912 J. S. Oughton's (Okaiawa) Royal Queen 1, Thos. Perry's Belle 2; Mare since August. 1912 J. S. Oughton's Sea Queen 1, ft. Colson 2. Filly since August, IPlS—Thns. Perry's Lady Glasgow 1 and Darling 2. Svmons Bros.' (Pungarehu) Jean Martin 3. Filly since August, 1914 J. D. Mitchell (Manaia) 1. Pair heavy draught horses Thos. Perry (Eltllam) 1, J. ,S. Johnstone (Okaiawa) 2. Pair light draught horses Thoc Perry's Black Rose and Rose Black 1, R. Gilbert (Carrington road) 2. Three-horse team in regular work— Thos. Perry 1, New Plymouth Borough Council 2. Special class for best foal at foot by Ben McCormick—Taranaki Jockey Club 1, John Cole, junr. (Waitara) 2. PONIES. Mare, with foal at foot, not exceeding isy 3 bands—lvo Grant (Westown). HACKS Pony under 12 hands, to be ridden \t boy or girl under 12 years)— Master Joe Gray's (Midhirst) Dot 1, Master Murray Honeyfield (Barrett Road) 2, Miss Cora Linn's (Tataraimaka) Bonny Lass 3, Master Lancelot John Robinson's (Tikorangi) Tiny v.h.c. Pony, 13.1 hands, to be ridden by boy or girl under 14 years—W. Cleaver's (Hawera) Peter 1, Miss May Sole's (New Plymouth) Trixie 2, F. Y, Andrews' (Huirangi) Tommy Atkins 3. Lady's hack, over 15 hands, to be ridden by a lady—J. Priestly's (Hawera) Shcllfire. by Captain Webb—Lake Shell, 1, J. McL.'Blair's (Hawera) Captain Starlight, by Captain Webb. 2. Mare or gelding, moat suitable for hunter (may be called upon to jump)— J. McL. Blair's Captain Starlight 1, A. H. Condon's (Awakino) Rally 2. Weight-carrying hack, up to 14 stone -J. W. Burke's' (FUham) Fritz 1, J. McL. Blair's Captain .starlight 2, J. J. O'Donnell's (Hawera) King's Park 3. • Cob, not over 1"> hands or under 14.1, up to 13 stone—Miss May Sole's (Xew Plymouth) Peter 1, A. Linn's (Fitzroy) Guy 2, A. Lister's (Frankley road) Kit 3. ' . Best walking hack, soundness, pace, style and action to be considered—J. ,T. O'Donnell's King's Park 1. J. McL. Blair's Captain Starlight 2. Best troop horse, up to 14 stone, not under 15 and not exceeding 15.3 hands— J. W. Burke's Fritz 1, W. J. Huston's (Inglewood) Peter 2, J. McL. Blair's Captain Starlight 3. Farmer's utility horse, in 6addle and harness—Jim. Locke's (Omata) Nugget 1, T. Orr's (Ngacre) Bob 2. Best trotting marc or gelding, speed action and appearance—,T. W. Burke's Fritz 1, E. C. Locke's (Hillsborough) . Motorman .2 SPRING TRAPS. Farmer's single horse, up to 15cwt.— T. Orr's Bob 1, A. J. Hale's (Hillsbort ougli) Tommy 2. Mare or gelding up to one ton—Thos. Perry 1, E. J. Baker (Frankley road) 2. HARNESS. Harness pony, 14.2 hands or under—W. Cleaver's (Hawera) Jill 1, T. J. Martin's (Mangorei road) Topthorne 2. Harness pony, under 13 hands—Mrs. W. D. Linn's (Tataraimaka) Darkie 1. COMPETITIONS. LEAPING COMPETITION. Maiden hunters' competition (gentlemen riders), not lees than 12st (Ist £6, 2nd £3, 3rd £l)—A. H. Condon (Awakino) 1, W. McKenzie (Urehui) 2, A. G. Wood (Tikorangi) 3. Best lady rider in divided skirts—Miss May Sole (New Plymouth) 1, Miss G. W. Tarry (Inglewood) 2. Best bare-back pony rider under IT years, over jumps—Leo Cleaver (Hawera) 1, C. Cole (Waitara) 2, Miss Dorothy Cleaver (Hawera) 3 Beet ladv driver—Miss May Sole 1, Miss G. W." Tarry 2. Turning competition—J. D. Mitchell (Manaia) 1, Master Erie Cleaver 2 1 CATTLE. FAT CATTLE One bullock, any age—Chas. Sole (Warea) 1, 2, and 3, Two steers, under 4yrs—D. J. Hughes (New Plymouth) 1. Two bullocks, most suitable for freezing—D. J. Hughes 1. PEDIGREE HEREFORD. Bull since July, 1912—Chas. Sole 1 and champion. Bull since July, 1915—Chas..Sole 1. Cow prior to July 1, 1912—Chas. Sole I and champion. PEDIGREE SHORTHORNS, Bull prior to July 1, 1912—C. Hoskin's (Bell Block) Charming Count IX. 1 and champion. Cow prior to July 1, 1912 R. Turnbull and Son's (Sentry Hill) Tectute Clarissa XL 1 and champion. Heifer since July 1, 1914 R. Turnbull jui son's Tectute Clarissa XIX,

PEDIGREE HOLSTEIN

Bull since July, 1913—Newton King's Alcarta Pauline 1, champion and challenge cup, W. K. Morris' (Oakura) King Segis Duehese Lad 2. Bull since July, 1915 W. B. Grant's (Westown) Egmont Laddie 1. Cow prior to July, 1912—Newton King's Countess Galatea 1 and champion, W. Cole, junr.'s (Waitara) Dagmar 2, Cow since July, 1912—Newton King's Bounty Maid Segis 1, W. Cole, junr.'s Portia's Nayline Deka. by De kol of Rotaetranae—Portia, de Kol, 2. Heifer since July, 1915 —Newton King's Favno Segis Belle 111. 1. Heifer since July, 1914—Mrs. S. A. Morrow (Rahotu), by Echo Sir Inka— Lady Jewel Nazli, 1, Newton King's Belle Fayne Segis 2. Heifer since July, 1915 W. Cole, junr.'s. America de Kol 111., by Julia's Garfield—America 11.. 1. Two heifers since July, 1913—Newton King's Alcarta and Rose de Kol 1. Two heifers since July, 1914—Mrs. S. A. Morrow's, by Echo Sir Inka and Lady Jewel Nazli and Jewel Nazli 1. Newton King's Galatea and Eose Alcarta 2. GRADE HOLSTEIN. Heifer since July, 1913 W. Cole, junr.'s. Rosebud 1. Heifer since July 1, 1911— W. Cole, junr.'s Dewdrop 1. Heifer since July, 1915 W. Cole, junr.'s, Buttercup 1, AYRSHIRE Bull prior to July, 1912 W. Hall's (Lepperton) Little Jim, by Young Bruce —Bessie. 1 and champion, Olson Bros." (Egmont Village) Jock of Ora, bv Heather Jock—White-Duchess, 2, A.'Chard (Egmont Village) 3. Bull since July, 1912 W. Hall's Baron of Edcndale, by Baron of Havdnwn— Bright Lady 1. A. J. Hale's (Hillsborough) Roy of Riki 2. Bull since July, ]!)13-F. Mills' Bonnv Lad of Waipapa 1 and reserve, P. Bremer's (Matapu) Silver King 2. Bull since July. ]Ql4_oi son y jros > (Egmont Village) Louis Botha, bv Fair Lad—Louie, 1, W. Hall's Dainty Davy 2 and Pride of Edcndale 3. Bull since July, 1915—P. Bremer 1, W. Hall 2, Olson Bros. 3 and v.h.c. Cow prior to Jnlv. 1912 F. Mills' (Hawera) Lottie of Waipapa 1 and champion, Olson Bros.' (Egmont Village) Louie of Haydowns 2 nnd reserve champion and Kate nf Woodlands 3. W. Hall's (Lepperton) Bluebell nf Tr,r,}owoorl v.h.c, W E. Orr's (Kaimn.tfi) Heather li.e Cow since July. 1912—Olson Bros.' Dolly of Cowan Bank, by Ailsa Craig— Snowdrop 11.. 1. P. Bremer's (Matapu) Fair Jess 2. W.' Hall's Velveteen of Woodlands 3, Olson Bros.' Fanny of Eden v.h.c. Heifer since July, 1913 W. Hall's Topsy of Edendale, by Jock of Edendale -Butterfly. 1. Olson Bros.' Lilac of Woodlands 2. P. Bremer's Tiny of Woodlands 3, W. E. Orr's Kathleen v.h.c. Heifer since July, 1914—Mrs. W. Taylor (Stratford) l'. P. Bremer's Ladv Brown 2, W. Hall's Sheilah of Edendale 3 and Fair Maid of Edendale v.h.c, Chas. Wells (Warea )h.c. Heifer since July. 1915—Olson Bros. 1 and 3. W. Hall 2 and v.h.c. Two heifers since July. 1913 W. Hall 1. Two heifers since July, 1914 W. Hall 1. Two heifers since July, 101C—W. Hall 1, Olson Bros. 2 and 3.' GRADE AYRSHIRE. Heifer since July. 1913—Arthur Morton (Egmont Village) 1 and 2. Heifer since July. 1914 J. Roulston (Spotswood) 1. J. Lovell (Westown) 2, Olson Bros. 3 and v.h.c. Heifer since July, 1915—Olson Bros. 1 and 2. PEBIGREE JERSEY. Bull, prior to July, 1912 R. J. Linn's (Normanby) Lord Twylist 1 and champion, Chas. Wells' (Warea) Meadowbrook Bellman 2 and reserve champion, D. MeEldowney's (Puniho) Iwa's Lad 3. Bull since July, 1912—Rauford Bros.' (Stratford) Nestor of Willowbank, by K.C.B.—Michaelmas Daisy 1, A. A. Ward's (Miro) Admiral of Puketapu 2. Bull since July, 1913 H. Purdie's (Brixton) Masterpiece of Meadowbrook 1. P. J. Petersen's (Midliirst) Let 'Em All Come 2. Bull since July, 1914—C. W. Ruche's (Westown) Protection of Meadowbrook. by Lord Twvlish—Victoria's Success, l, ,T. M. Shotter's (Midhirst) Glenlivct Star 2, Ranford Bros.' Invincible of Willowbank 3, F. Dodunski's (Inglewood) May Day's Nobility h.c. Bull, since July,' 1915: C. W. Ruebe's Avoca's Tommy Atkins, by Belvedere Bilberry's Lad—Merry Girl's Pet 1, A. A. Ward's Miro Meadow's Boss 2 and Miss Meadow's Bonnie 3, H. C. Sampson's Bell Boy v.h.c. Bull, since July, 1915, from semi-officially-tested cow—E. Griffiths' Peerless, by Roberts —Belvedere Sunglean 1. Cow, prior to July, 1912—A. A. Ward's (Miro) Miro 1 and reserve champion, R. J. Linn's (Normanbv) Ruth 11. 2, C. 0. Hawke's (New Plymouth) The Very Pattern 3. Cow since July, 1912—A. A. Ward's Miro Meadow's Buttercup 1 and champion, E. Griffiths' (New Plymouth) Lady Peggy 2, John Nicholson's (Hawera) Lady Binnie 3. Heifer since July, 1913 E. Griffiths' Mercedes Lady, iijr K.C.B.—Mercedes Noble Queen, 1, A. A. Ward's Miro Meadow's Duchess 2 and Miro Meadow's I Bluebell 3. Heifer since July, 1914—A. Colson 1, F. Dodunski's (Inglewood) Pauline's Cherry 2, A. A. Ward's Miro Meadow's Queen 3, W. J. Kendrick's (Tariki) Nobility's Bouquet h.c, ( Heifer since .Inly, 1915—Ranford Eros.' Runty of Willowbank, bv Nestor of Willowbank—Woodside Pet, 1, A. A. Ward's Miro Meadow's Magpie 2, C. Goodson's (Hawera) Bell Bird 3, E. Griffiths' Mystery Lass h.c, J. H, Street's (Bell Block) c. Two heifers since July, 1914—A. A. Ward's Miro Meadow Pansy and Miro Meadow Pride 1. Two heifers since July, 1915—A. A. Ward's Miro Meadow's Maire and Miro Meadow's Melba 1. Semi-officially tested Jersey cows, for cows of any age that have secured a semi-official certificate and judged on the Jersey standard (Ist prize £lO, 2nd £6, 3rd £3)— A. A. Ward's Miro 1, R. J. Linn's Ruth 11. 2, J. Nicholson's Lady Binnie 3. GRADE JERSEY. "'* »"«"' Cow in milk, born prior to July, 1913 —W. G. Berridge's (Vogeltown) Daisy Belle 1, W. H. Rutledge's (Midhirst*) Bonnie 2, A. B. Leech's (Sentry Hill) Bandy 3. Heifer since July, 1913—Mrs. A. H. Herbert (Vogeltownl 1. W. H. Rutledge'* Fancy 2,

Heifer sine eJuly, 1914—P. J. Petersen (Midhirst) Buttcrmaid 1, E. A. Gregg (Smart Road) 2, Tlios. Sincllie's Princess 3, A. T. Moore's Betty v.li.c. Heifer since .Inly, 51)15—A." Marsh (Hillsborough) .1, W. H. Rutledge 2, E. K. Bayly (Omata) 3. DAIRY COW, ANY BREED. ■Heifer since July, 1912 W. H, Rutledge's (Midhirst) 'Primrose 1. Heifer aince July, 1913—C. H. Foote's (Fitzroy) Dolly 1, W. H. Rutledge's Monica 2. Heifer since July, 1914—Miss Lily Blewman's (Xcw Plymouth) Peggy 1, 0. Colson (Fitzroy) 2 and h.c., A. Co'lson 3. Two heifers since July 1, 1915 W. H. Rutledge's Shy and Star 1, E. R. Bavly 2, MILKING SECTION. REGISTERED SHORTHORX. Bull prior to July 1, ]9l2—-T. C. Wright's (Matapu) Acorn of Parkdale I and champion. Bull since July 1, 1912—C. Teplise (Motunui) 1. Bull since July ]. 1914 J. C. Wright's Rajah of Cornwall Park 1 and Princess Sandy •». 0. Hoskin's (Bell Block) Camellia's Prince 3, A. F. Chapman's (f!ahotu) Sunnysido Carpet Duke [II., h.e. Bull since July. 1915 R. TumljUill and Son's (Sentry Hill) Rufns 1. Cow prior to July, 1912 R. Turnkull And Son's Blossom 2. Cow since July, 1912 R. Turnbull and son's Viotet 1, J. C. Wright's Posey 11., Heifrr since July 1, 1013— J. C. Wright's Duchess of Cornwall 1, R. Turnbull and Son's Verbena 2 and Jessamine '.',. Heifer since July. 1914 J. C. Wright's Beauty 111. 1 and Pretty Pet 3, C. Topliss 2 and h.c. Heifer since July. 1015— J. C. Wright's Joyce 111. 1, A. F. Chapman's Lady Baron 2. Two heifers since July, 1913 R. Turnbull and Son's Primrose and Juliet 1. Two heifers since Jury, 1914 R. Turnbull and Son's Gipsy ll'. and Dai'- Belle I. GRADE SnORTHORH, Cow in milk, prior to July, 1911—A. G. Colson (Bell Block) 1, E. R. Bayley Heifer since July, 1914—C. R. Fairbrother (Xew Plymouth) 1 and 2. GIFT CALF COMPETITION. Heifer from July 1, 1915, any breed or cross, judged on dairy lines; all calves to become the property'of the Soeietv (Ist £'>, 2nd £4, 3rd £3. 4th £2, fifth £1) —H. C. Sampson (Hillsborough) 1, W. Mace. (Omata) 2, Mrs. S. A. Morrow (Rahotu) 3, J. Burgess (Wares) 4, W. Hall (I.epperton) 5;'21 entries. Bull or steer (Ist £2. 2nd £l>—E. R Bayley (Omata) 1, A. Marsh (Hillsborough) %. GREEN FEED, AX INTERESTING COMPETITION. An interesting feature of the show v.'as the green feed competitions, which! wem on :i more detailed scale than formerly. There were nine classes and the total "f 'comnctitors was iow. The [ judges (Messrs H. King and G. V. Tate) stated that the season had suited maize crops, which were very good all through, Mr. W. Hannah (of Mangorei) <vas awarded the first prize for a very heavy crop of young maize. In regard to turnips, it has been complained in the district that they are soft this year, arid the crops are not nearly as heavy as they were last year. The'season had not been too good for the crops. The heaviest crop last year was 4S tons, while this year it was 38 tons. The two best crops came from Egmont Village—Messrs Arthur Morton's and G. Marsh's. "On Mr. Marsh's farm we found the best field of turnips wo Met with," added one of the judges. The growing of lucerne is a comparatively new development in Taranaki, and the judges consider that, if farmers grow j lucerne as well'as that produced by Mr. T. N, Blackball (of I.epperton). the crops should prove a success in Taranaki. The fact that Taranaki ground I is weedy wiV necessitate a good deal of care and attention being paid to the soil for growing .lucerne. The awards were as follows: Best quarter-acre lucerne —T. N Blackball 1, E. B. Bavley 2, E. Griffiths' ~h.c. Best quarter-acre any other variety green fodder. (Scale of points: Evenness of crop 10, quality 30. weight 50, freedom from weeds 10, total 100) a, c ° B ™ ° ■". « ,o a !°2 H? lis 3- % j£ c, K oO> £ fa* E" 1 W. Hannah 54 ]0 25 45 9J 89J A. Smith 424 10 24J 35* S" 7S" A.W.Phillips 37* 91 24 31J 10 74J Best quarter-acre root crops— G. Marsh 3fl 91 30 30 10 79J A. Morton 33 929 271 10 75$ G. Gibson . 3S S 25 312-3 10 74 2-3 F. Jordan 30 2 23 30 8 68

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ENGLISH LEICESTER, One ram, 4-toath tr over—C, Heskia (Bell Block) 1. One ram, 2-tooth—J. H. Street (Bell Block) 1, C. Hoskin 2 and 3. Two rams, 2-tooth—C. Hoskin 1. One ewe, 4-tooth or over—C. Hoskin 1 and champion. Two ewes, 4-tooth or over—o. Hoskin Two ewes, 2-tooth—C. Hoskin 1. One ewe, 2-tooth—C. Hoskin 1 and 2. Ram lamb—C. Hoskin 1. Ewe lamb—C. Hoskin 1 and 2. Two ewe lambs—C. Hoskin 1 and 2. LINCOLN. One ram, 4-tooth or ever—P, Bremer (Matapu) 1, W. B. Grant (Westown) 2. One ewe, 4-tooth or over—W. B. Grant 1 and 2, 3. Two ewes, 4-tooth or over—P, Bremer 1. Twe ewes, 2-tooth—P. Bremer 1. One ewe, 2-tooth—P. Bremer 1. One ram lamb—P. Bremer 1. One ewe lamb—P. Bremer 1, W. B. Grant 2 and 3. Two ewe lambs—W. B. Grant 1. ■"» ■ ROMNEY MARSH. One ram, 4-tooth or over—J. Blair (Hawera) 1 and champion, J. Forbes (Normanby) 2. One ram, 2-tooth—J. Blair 1. Two rams. 2-tooth—J. Blair I, One ewe. 4-tooth or over—J, Blair 1, J. Forbe3 2 and 3. Two ewes. 4-tooth or ever—J. Blair 1 and 2, .T. Forbes 3. Two ewes, 2-tooth—J. Blair 1, J. Forbes 2 and 3. . One ewe, 2-tooth—J. Blair 1 and 2, J. Forbes 3. One ram lamb—J. Forbes 1, J. Blair 2 and 3. Two ram lambs—'J. Blair 1, J. Forbes 2. One ewe lamb~J. Blair 1 and 2, J. Forbes 3. Two ewe lambs—J. Blair 1 and 3, J, Forbes 2, SHROPSHIRE. One ram, 4-to»th or »ver —J. H. Allen (Tikorangi) 1. ' i CORRIEDALE. ,! One ewe lamb—J. H. Street (Bell Block) 1. FARMERS' CLASSES. ENGLISH LEICESTER. Two ewes, 4-tooth or over—C, Hoskin 1. Two ewes, 2-tooth—C. Hoskin 1, Two ewe'lambs—C. Hoskin 1. ROMNEY MARSH. Two ewes, 4-toath or over—J. Forbes 1 and 2. ■' - Two ewes, 2-tooth—.l. Forbes 1. Two ewe lambs—J. Forbes 1. HAMPSHIRE. Two ewes, 4-tooth or over—J, Allen 1, B Honeyfield (Barrett road) 2. Two ewe lambs—J. H. Allen 1, E. Honeyfield 2. FAT SHEEP (Heavy-weights). Three ewes, long wool—J. Forbes 1, W. B. Grant 2, A, Lister (Franklev road) 3. Three sheep, under 20 months, long wool—W. B. Grant 1. B. Honeyfield 2, J. Connett (Bell Block) 3. , Three ewes, down or short wool—B. Honeyfield 1. ; Three sheep, under 20 montha, down or short wool—W. B. Grant 1, P. Bremer 8. Three lambs, long wool—W, B, Grant 1 and 2. Three lambs, down or short wool —W. B. Grant 1, A. Lister 2, B. Honeyfield 3. FREEZERS. Three wethers, long wool—G. Gibson (Oaonui) 1, J. Forbes 2, J. IT. Street 3. Three ewes, long wool—G. Gibson 1. B Honeyfield 2, T. Smellie (Hillsborough) 3. Three ewes, down or short wool—P. Bremer 1, A, Lister i. Three lambs, long wool—W. 15. Grant 1 and 3, C. Hoskin 2. Three lambs, down or short wool—A. Lister 1, P. Bremer 2, B. Honevfleld 3. Three wethers, long wool—W. '•>. Grant 1.

PIGS. BERKSHIRE, Boar, over one year—R. Turnbull and Sons (Sentry Hill) Black Prince 1 and champion. Boar, uniler one year—Syroons-Bros. (Pungarehu) 1 and i. Sow, under one year—R. Turnbuil and Son's Maori Queen ]. Symons Bros. 2 and v.li.c, W. B. Orant (Westown) 3. Boar, under six months—R. Turnbull and Son 1. C. 11. Waßhel' (Hawera) 2. Sow. under six months —C. H. Washer 1. W. H. Rutledge 2. Sow and litter of pigs (not less than six)—C. H. Washer 1. ANY OTHER VARIETY PUREBRED PIGS. Two pigs, most suitable for factory bacon, 1121bs to ISOlbs—W. H. Itntledg'e 1 and 2. One pig, most suitable for pork—T. Smellie (Hillsborough) 1 and 2. THE CHAMPIONS, The championships decided so far arc as follows: HORSES. Thoroughbred mare: J. Bond ,NYw Plymouth) Miss Penelope, bv A::te:u:s— Vie. CATTLE. Pedigree Hereford: Bull, champion, Chas. Sole (Warea) Park Truant; cow, champion, Chas. Sole (Warea), Vivacity. Pedigreo Shorthorn: Bull, champion, C. Hoskin (Bell Block), Charming Count Bth; cow, champion, R. Turnbull and aon (Sentry Hill), Tectuto Clarissa 11th. Shorthorn: Bull, champion, J. C. Wright (Matapu), Acorn of Parkdale. Pedigree Holstein: Bull, champion, .Newton King's Alcartra Pauline; cow, champion, Newton King's Princess Gala- *£*>. " .'.

Pedigree Ayrshire: Bull, champion, W. Hall (Lepperton) Little Jim, by Young Bruce—Bessie; reserve, F. Mills (Hawera), Bonny Lad of Waipapa. Cows, champion, F. Mills' Lottie of Waipapa; reserve, Olson Bros.' Louie of If a yd own*. Pedigree Jersey: Bull, champion, R. J. Linn (Normanby) Lord Twylish; reserve, Chas. Wells (Wares), Meadowbraok Bellman. Cows: Champion, A. A. Ward (Miro), Miss Meadow's Buttercup; reaei've, A. A. Ward's Hiro. SHEEP. English Leicester: Ewe, C. Hoskin. Romney Marsh: Ham, J. Blair (Hawera). Shropshire: Ram, J. H. Allen (Tikorangi), PIGS Boar, over one year: R, Turnbull and Sons (Sentry Hill'), Black Prince. TRADE DISPLAYS. There are some excellent trade displays, which, however, are not so numerous as in previous years. Sideshows are not in great number, but there are some entertaining attractions, ME. NEWTON KING. j Amongst a fine selection of displays of particular interest to farmers, Sir. Newton King occupied a prominent position. A large tent was used to accommodate a splendid exhibition of all kinds af seeile, manures, sheep dips, caw drenches, etc.,- while there was a varied collection of very fine turnips and onions. (The onions attracted much interest, and there were some splendid examples, which weighed as much as 41bs. A number of photos of fields, of turnips in Taranaki were shown, and deiusnstrated the excellent results which can be obtained in this province with these turnips. Manures were in great variety, and the well-known "Sterling" brand predominated. All kinds of oils for farm implements were also included in tho exhibit, while particular interest centred on "Seedolin,'' an English preparation for pickling seeds, so that birds will not eat them and that the seeds may b.e preserved. "Seedolin" has been used in England for over thirty years with highly satisfactory results to farmers; The exhibit is splendidly arranged and will repay a visit. Near-by is Mr. King's exhibit of general farm implements and motor-cars. [The motor section contained StudeIbaker, Dodge Bres.' and Hudson cars, while a fine model ef the B.S.A. motorcycle attracted much interest. The varied collection of farm implements comprised disc harrows, hay-rakes, Mellotte separators, Monitor seed drills, Adriance mowers and a Lister portable oil engine. Farmers should inspect, this Lister machine to see the advantages which it has over the non-portable oil engine. OAKLAND MOTOR-CAR. Of the many new types of motor cars which have been placed on the market recent'y few possc-s such excellent allround qualities as the Oakland car. Mr. A. Smith, of the Criterion Garage, is the agent for these cars, and he had a very fine model on view. In appearance the Oakland ear l.ai romarknble attractions, for the well-finished and low-lying body embraces neatness and style. The ear is beautifully fitted up and smooth running, thus ensuring the complete comfort of the occupants, combined with good speed. The car which Mr. Smith has on view is the latest Oakland model, and embraces all the latest improvements, Mr. Smith also has on view several of the latest Britisli tyres—the Beldam Bulldog. There has been a tendency lately to support American tyres, but the Beldam Bulldog should replace the American article, for in addition to being a British, make the tyre sells at about £2 less than the cheapest American tyre. The tyre is a well-finished and nicely turned out article, while the tubes are exceptionally thick. J. JEXKINSON AND CO. An important feature of the business of J. Jenkinaon and Co., carriage builders, is the motor-car painting business, which the firm lias developed on progressive lines. The car of a local resident which has just been re-painted-is shown by the firm, jmd there is nothing to defeat an impression that the motor is a new one. Tho work has been done splendidly, and the spie and snan appearance of tho car reflects the. excellent workmanship which is produced in New Plymouth. UIDD MILKING MACHINE. Of particular interest to farmers was the exhibit of the Ridel Milking Machine Company. This well-known machine is always kept right up to the moment, and the model on view embraces all the latest improvements in milking machines. An important feature is the Ridd attachment. All overhead systems of milking machines, with the exception of this one. are subject to the very common fault- of allowing a certain amount of milk ;l nd vapor to be driven up to the pipe line which leads to the vacuum pump. This, it, is claimed, is absolutely prevented by the Ridd attachment. The machine was sot running during the day, and the beautiful simplicity with which it performed its functions drew praise from the numerous people who inspected the machine. Included in the exhibit is an interesting machine known as the Ridd Foster Mother.. This machine represents the latest in calf feeders and is equipped with all the most modern features of these machines. It is possible for six calves to use the feeder at the same time, and the interior fittings are so arranged that each calf will only obtain its own portion of the contents. Tliis is a new machine of unusual interest, and farmers should not fail to inspect it to-day. A quantity of interesting reading matter is also at the disposal of visitors, while a stall' is present to explain the working of the different machines.