STRATFORD A. & P. ASSOCIATION.

Taranaki Daily News, 20 February 1919, Page 6

STRATFORD A. & P. ASSOCIATION.

FIRST AUTUMN SHOW.

AN ATTRACTIVE DISPLAY, j LIST OF JUDGES. Horses—Light *Thoroushhred and Harness: Jas. Coombe, Wnaganul; H. E. Hocken, Feildhuj. Draught: J. Grant, Hawera. Cattle—Jersey: C. U C. Dernier, Fcilding. Ayrshire :D. Buchanan. I'almerston N. Milking Shorthorn : C. Washer, Hawera. Dairy Classes: JJ . Waslier, Inaha. t„i wiitlc: Bert Symes, Hawera. Sheep—Purebred: J. Grant, Woodville. Fat sheep: C. J. Hawl:cn, Mokola. I'igs—G. Castle, Hawera. Dogs—A. Moore, New Plymouth. Home Industries—itlrs. E. J. O'Meara, Wanganui. Art Section—Mrs. J. Sutherland, Inglewood. Cow Testing—A. Gray, Stratford. Juvenile Judging—Frank Hanford. Vegetable classes—W. Goodland, Hawera Farmer's Butter—J. Bowman, Midalrst Yesterday, the 9th annual show in conneo-on with the Stratford A. and P. Association opened in dull weather. The present exhibition is the first autumn ahow, hitherto the Society favoring the spring as the most suitable period- The same conditions would have prevailed this year under 'ordinary circumstances, but the influenza epidemic and the Government embargo necessitated either postponement or abandonment of the fixture, and the autumn show was the result. A district advantage in connection with the present show is that it brings it into line with the neighbouring Association's gatherings, and as a result those owning stock and coming from a distance are able to enter their stock in the competition ring with rf minimum of trouble and expense. In moving round the various pens it was very apparent that the exceptionally bad winter and wet spring had had its effect on stock, particularly the dairying classes. This opinion was emphasised on interviewing the various judge-5, who stated that the spring was more desirable for dairying stock. Howover, the cattle penned and in the competition ring were a credit to their owners, and the fat stock, principally Shorthorns, were excellent indications of what Taranaki can produce. Entries generally were hardly up to previous vcars, but the exhibits are, considering the circumstances of the last few months, quite up to the average standard of quality Competition was mainly in the hands of Taranaki settlers, and several young exhibitors scored good wins. Ranford Bros., of Stratford, were particularly fortunate in their exhibits. ?eorin<r 5 first, 1 championship and 3 seconds in fl entries. In Aryshires, Olson Bros.' bad a numerous entry, and annexed the balance of the prize money. Pigs were not numerous, being confined mninly to Berkshires- Tn this connection. E. IT. Linnell, Midhirst, was successful in winning the championship for bear, the same animal winning last year The Midhirst exhibitor had good quality to beat. Mr Rutledge. Midhirst, »also specialises in pigs and his entries snowed good quality, his pen of baconers eliciting admiration from spectators. Horse entries were good, the judge remarking that the draught classes, excepting in young stuff, being quite up to previous vears. A new exhibitor, Mr J. S. Johnstone, Normanby, entered tho lists, and with A. S. Kenjrick formed the bulk of the entries. The various horse events added a variety to the show that was appreciated by all- The jumping was very clean and horsemanship of the best. The grounds were in j excellent order; there was an abundance of feed for stock, and the judges found the ring continually filled so there was no delay in judging. As was the case last year the catering was in the capable bands of the ladies' committee, headed by Mrs Boon, and the qualify and quantity of the excellent luncheon exceeded expectations. The attendance of the public appeared to be up to last year's, and they found plenty to enthuse over. Everything went off expeditiously, and lyThe fine ferro-concrete kiosk designed by Mr W. Lopdell was" in use for the first time, and proved a valuable acquisition to the show grounds, whilst permitting the ladies engaged to display their wares, confectionery and icecreams with the minimum' of trouble. The sheep and cattle euessjng pens, also designed by Mr Lopdell, arc substantial and permanent in character, and, run by energetic stewards, should prove a valuable source of revenue. The gate takings were £9 less than the first day of kst year, but it is anticipated this «ill be more than balanced by the increased attendance expected to-day. secretary (Mr A. D. Stanley) and his assistant '(Mr S. Ward) are again to be congratulated on the completeness of the arrangements in their department, where everything went without a hitch. The press are also indebted to the press steward, Mr R Masters, who saw that the results came to hand promptly, thus enabling the reporters to handle the prize lists in something like comfort. PEOPLE'S DAY TO-DAY. Given fine weather there is certain to be a large attendance to-day, which is People's Day, for there is much to inf»iTst both townsmen and farmers- The ji'dging of the ring events will take place during the morning, and the Grand Parade 6f prize winning stock will take place at 1.30 p.m. and thereafter there Will be numerous interesting competitions... The Stratford Brass Band will contribute a programme of music. The train-arrangements foi J North and South will enable residents of Taranaki to visit the show during the afternoon. The train usually leaving yew Plymouth at ll.EQa.m. will be accelerated to-dav arid will leave at 10.50 a.m arriving in Stratford at 1 p.m; The following is the prize list:

COMPETITIONS.

Maiden Hunters' Competition; first £5 ss, second £2 2s, third £1 Is.—Major Samuel's (Wellington) El Arish, ridden by Mrs. Becker, 1; A. G. Wood'B (Waitara) Patronale 2, E. Scott's Kapuni 3. Lady Eider Flat Riding (open): first £2 2s", second £1 Is.—Mrs. J. E. Anderson (Whangamomonn) 1; Mrs. K. Becker' (Wanganui) 2. Lady Rider, flat riding (novice); first £2 2s, second £1 Is. —Miss M. Brown (Hawera) 1; Miss E. Meade (New Plymouth) 2; Miss M. Williams (Hawera) 3. Pony Leaping, 13 hands and under; first £1 lOs, second 15s.—A. Durrand's (Kaponga) Dolly 1; J. Bretherton's (Toko) Sunbeam 2; Miss B. Knox's (Te Popo) Dick 3. Boy Rider, under 15 years of age; first J4U J* lOfe-sH. yincaat .ttyu-

nake) 1, Roy Bailey (Hawera) 2, Master C. Paterson (Kapuni) 3. Boy Rider, under 12 years of age; first medal valued £2 2s, second 10s. —T. Jarrett (Opunake) 1; C. Patterson (Stratford) 2, R. Young (Stratford) 3.

HORSES.

DRAUGHT HORSES. Foal from August 1, 1918. T. Perry (Mangatoki) 1; A. S. H. Kendrick (Tariki) 2. Draught mare in foal or with foal at foot.—T. Perry's Lady Glasgow 1. Dry Mare, 4 years or over.—T. Perry's .Darling 1; J. S. Johnston's (Normanby) Dorrena 2; T. Perry's Black Rose 3. Gelding, 4 years or over.—T. Perry 1 and 2. Filly, three years.—J. S. Johnstone's Thistle Brae (Gowan Brae —Thistle Lass) 1. Filly, 2 years.—J. Paul's Balthangie Blossom (Knight of the Garter—Balthangie Lilly) 1; J. S. Johnstone's tNita 2; A. S. Kendrick's (Tariki) Gipsy 3. Three-Horse Team.—T. Perry 1 and 3; J. S. Johnstone 2. Pair Heavy Draught Horses. —T. Perry 1 and 3; J. S. Johnstone 2. COACHING HORSES (Other than thoroughbred) Mare, visibly in foal or with foal at foot, best calculated to breed hack and harness horses.—W. MeEldownie's (Matapu) Lady Moore 1; S. Durrant's (Kaponga) Belle 2; H. N. Silke's Darkie 3. Filly or Gelding, 2 years of age, suitable to ride or drive.—Mr. Drozdowski (Tariki) 1. Filly, Colt or Gelding, 3 years of age, to be shown in saddle.—Miss B. Knox's (Te Popo) Lorna Doone, 1; J. W. Lovell's (New Plymouth) Kitty Ashley 2. SADDLE HORSES. Weight-carrying Hack, 15.2 or over, up to 14st.—S. Syme's (Waverley) Osprcy 1; B. W. Harvey's (Waverley) Mack 2; Thos. Perry's (Mangatoki) Duchess 3. Weight-carrying Hack, up to 125t.~ Mrs. J. E. Anderson's (Whangamomona) Darnley 1; Major Samuel's (Wanganui) El Arish 2; B. W. Harvey's (Waverley) Braemar 3. Best Paced Hack, to walk, trot, and eanter.—Major Samuel's El Arish 1; B. W. Harvey's Mack 2; Stan. Syme's Osprcy 3. Best Walking Hack.—Major Samuel's El Arish 1 ; E. Scott's (Kapuni) Sunlight 2; B. W. Harvey's Mack 3. Troop Horse.—T. Perry (Mangatoki) entry 1; C. Patterson's (Kapuni) Tofua 2; D. Yaudle's (Tc Wera) Brown Bess Lady's Hack, 15 hands or under.—Miss B. Knox's (Te Popo) Lorna Doone 1; R. Ritchie's (Inglewood) entry 2. Lady's Hack, over 15 hands.—Mrs. J. E. Anderson's (Whangamomona) Darnley 1; Major Samuel's El Arish 2, Stan Syme's (Waverley) Osprey 3. Cob, 14.2 to 15 hands, to be ridden at walk, trot and canter.—T. Perry's (Mangatoki) Victor 1; R. Ritchie's (Inclewood) entry 2. Yearling Foal by Advance.—R. Byrne's (Kaupokonui) entry 1; F. O'Connor's Mi'li" 3 2 ; A - Currant's (Kapouga) PONIES. Pony, over 12 hands, up to 13.2, to be ndden.-Miss B. Williams' (Haweral Companion 1,; J. Bretlierton's (Toko) Sunbeam 2; M. B. Doolaghty's (Opunake) Toby 3. r Pony, 12 hands or under.—W. Bona7 S TT }' Han 'y Hay lock's Darky 2: Alma Membery's Kitty 3 Pony over 13.2 up to' 14.2, to be rid-den.-W. (Ngaere) Joffre 1; C. Pattersoii. (Kapuni) Nimrod 2; C. Young's (Stratford) Russky 3. 8

CATTLE.

I PEDIGREE JERSEYS. Special class for which £7 10s is given equally by the Jersey Breeders' Association and the association for serai-officially tested cows, to be judged on type; for cow calved since July, 1915—A A Ward's (Miro) Miro Meadow's Maud 1A. A. Ward's Miro Meadow's Melba •>'■ J. T. Belcher's (Cardiff) Maid of Riverside 3. Special class, similar to above, for cows calved prior to July, 1915.-H. Salway's (Bell Block) Majesty's Eileen 1; E 0 Sullivan and Son's (Cardiff) Sultan's Daisy 2; A. A. Ward's Miro 3. Gold medal, given by New Zealand Jersey Breeders' Association, for registered Jersey heifer in milk, calved since July, 916, to be judged on type.-W. Pollock's (btiatford) Biloerry's Gem ) A Uhlenr ( u VaipUku) Bwberry'g'Princess 2; K 0 Sullivan and Son's Meadowvale Gold Painting 3. Bull, prior to July 1915.—W JI Tin pins' (Miro) Belvedere Sun King, b v Roberts (imp.)-Belvedere Sun Gleam 1 Bull, from July, 1915.—A. A Ward's Miro Meadow's Maori Boy, by Admiral of I uketapu—Miro Meadow's Buttercup 1 and reserve; J. B. Clemow's Rose's it' traction's Pox, by Attraction's FoxRoses Sweet, 2. Bull since July, 1916,-Ranford Bros.' (btratford) Achievement of Willowbanr by Remarkable of Meadowbrook— Satisfaction of Meadowbrook, 1 and chainpionship; A. A. Ward's Miro Meadow's laddy by The Admiral of PuketapuMiro Meadow's Bluebell, 2; J Bone's (Stratford) Freedom of Meadowvale bv 1 erseus—La Preference, 3 ' ' Bull, from July, 1917.-W. Saywell's (Ngaere) Reward's Pride, by Reward— Signors Fancy 1; D. Watkii,-.; (Huiroa, Eaton lung Charm, by Eaton Lord Charm -Nela, 2; G. T. Gibbon's (Ngaere) Knuckett, by Gloria's Lad-Little Nancy, Bull, since July, 1918.-J. B. Clemow's Jenro.se Prince, by Rose's Attraction's I'ox-Penrose Queen, 1; F. J. Green's Emperor's Midget, by Hawkesbury's Em-peror-Lassie's Midget, 2: A. A. Ward's Miro Meadow's Trooper, ;j ; A D Wall-' v"c <Ngaele) Willow bank Chancellor, Bull and Three Females —A \ Ward's M.ro Meadow's Maori Bov, Miro, Melba and Maud; Kanlord Bros.' Achievement, of Millowbank, Teresa ami Delight of! Willowbank and Soumise Topsy >• ],• I U'Sullivan and Son's Meadowvale Conqueror, Sullan's Daisy, Magnet's l' c .- ev and Jleadowv.-.h. ;;„kl Pain Una 3 " Cow, prior to July, 1014.—R Salwav's (Bel Block, Majesty's Eileen, by Ma ! jestys Fox-Eileen Maud 11, 1 and eham- , pionship; A. J. Smith's (Cardiff) Ruth's | iairy, by Molina's General-Genoa j %%%>. 2 a,m ~ -ese rve championship; E 0 Sullivan and Sou's (Cardiff) Sultan's I Dais 7 ' 3 by Campanile Sultan-Genoa's i Cow, from July, 1915.—A. A. Ward's |\Miro Meadow's Maud, by Admiral of ; Puketapu—Miro Meadow's Myrtle 1 • * ■ A. Ward's Miro Meadow's Melba, dv Admiral of Puketapu—Waitui, 2; J T Bel J cner'a (Cardiff) Riveraide Sweet Beny, b*

Mona's Campanile—Dewberry's Sweet, 3; J. T. Belcher's Maid of Riverside, v.li.c. Cow, from July, 191C—W. Pollock's (Stratford) Bilberry's Gem, by Olga's Butterman—Belvedere Bilberry, 1; A. Uhlenbcrg's (Waipuku) Barberry's Princess, 2; K. O'Sullivan and Son's Meadowvale Gold Painting, 3; A. Uhelemberg'a Waipuku Princess, v.li.c. Heifer, from July, 1917.—Ranford Bros.' Willowbuiik Reflection, by Neptune of Willowbank—Maid of Venice, 1; Ranford Bros.' Willowbank Surety, by Nestor of Willowbank—Malaprop Butterfly, 2; A. Uhlenbcrg's Rewardess, 3. Heifer, since July, 1918. E. S. Walker (Stratford) entry, 1; A- A. Ward's Miro Meadow's Rita, 2; J. S. Jones (Stratford) entry* 3; A. T'hlenberg's entry, v.li.c.; Ranford J'.voa.' Willowbank Molly, h.c. P e)l Two ' I'eifers in milk.—Ranford Bros.'' and Teresa of Willowbank, 1. Pen Two Heifers since July, 1918. Ranford Bros- Willowbank Reflection and i Surety. Two Pedigree Jersey Cows or Heifers in milk.—A. A. Ward's Miro and Miro ■ Meadow's Melba, 1; Ranford Bros.' Delight and Teresa of Willowbank, 2; E. , O'Sullivau's Daisy and Magnet's Peggy, GRADE JERSEY. Heifer or Cow in milk, from July 1915. —W. H. A. Mander's (Cardiff) Blossom, 1; W. H. Rutledge's (Midhirst) Monica, 2. Pen Two Heifers, from July 1917.—A. H. Huggett, 1; A. J. Smith (Cardiff) 2; E. H. Linnell (Midhirst) 3. I Heifer, from July, 1917. W. S. Boon's Buttercup, 1; W. H. Paynter's Kitty, 2; A. Kettlewell, 3. PEDIGREE AYRSHTRES. i Bull, prior to July, 1915.—Mrs. E. M. Hawkes' (Auroa) Style of Brookside, by i Style of Inglewood—Ladybank, 1 and i championship. Bull, from July, 1916—Olson Bros.' (Egmont Village) Pair Lad of Woodlands, by King Arthur—Fanny of Eden Park, 1 and reserve.

Bull, from July, 1917.—0150n Bros.' ariff, 1.

Bull and three females, 2 years or over.—Olson Bros.' entry, 1. Cow, prior to July, 1914.—0150n Bros. Heatherbloom, by Ailsa Craig—Duchess 11, 1 and reserve championship. Cow, from July, 1915.—015< n Bros.' Jessie of Fairview, 1 and championship. Cow, from July, 1916. J. Tristram's (Ngaere) Bonnie Poppy, 1; Olson Bros.' Ada 11, 2; Olson Bros.' Geraldine of Woodlands, 3. Heifer, from July, 1917.—0150n Bros.' entry, 1 and 2. Pen of Two Heifers in milk.—Olson Bros. 1. Pen of Two Heifers, from July, 1918. Olson Bros. 1. ' PEDIGREE FRIESIANS. Bull, prior to July, 1915. G. A. Marchant's (Carditf) Canary Paul of Lakeside, by Canary Paul Forbes Oak—Our Lady, 1 and championship; W. R. Wheeler's (Durham Road) entry, 2. Bull, from July, 1917. G. A. Marchant's (Cardiff) Coldstream Netberland de Kol, by Coldstream de Kol—Coldstream Netherland Princess, 1; J. W. J. Gardiner's (Lowgarth) Lowgarth Basel King, by King Segis Diamond —Lakeside Basel Queen, 2. Bull, from July, 1915. J. W. Gardiner's entry, 1 and reserve champion. Bull, from July, 1918. J. W. Gardiner's entry, 1. Bull and Three Females.—J. W. J. Gardiner's (Lowgarth) entry, 1; G. A. Marchant's (Cardiff) Pieterje Netherland and progeny, 2. Cow, calved prior to July, 1914. H. Johnson's (Stratford) Lady Bountiful, by King Fayne Segis ll—Lady Bountiful, 1 and championship; H. Johnson's Alcar-i tra Segis 2; G. A. Marchant's Coldstream Beauty Pieterje, 3. Heifer, from July, 1915 J. W. Gardiner's Lowgarth Queen Wild Rose, by King Billy—Pet of Lakeside, 1 and reserve; J. W. Gardiner's entry, 2 and 3; G. A. Marchant's entry, v.h.c. Heifer, from July, 1917. J. W. J. Gardiner's Lowgarth Rose, by De Kol's Egmont Laddie—Lowgarth Queen Wiid Rose, 1; J. W. J. Gardiner's Lowgarth Beauty Canary, 3. Heifer, since July, 1918. J. W. J. Gardiner's (Lowgarth) Lowgarth Queen Segis, by King Segis Diamond—Lowgarth Queen, 1; J. W. J. Gardiner's Lowgarth Basel Queen, 2; Baldwin and Sons' (Inglewood) Fayne Segis of Ngatoro, 3. Pen of Two Heifers, under 15 months. —J. W. J. Gardiner's entry, 1; Henry Johnson's Madam Domino, 2; J. W. J. Gardiner's entry, 3; G. A. Marchant's entry, v.h.c. PEDIGREE MILKING SHORTHORN. Bull, from July, 1914.—A. Needham's (Douglas) Lord Kitchener's Son of Clover Downs, by Lord Kitchener—Rodman, 1 and championship; T. Walker's Rotane Duke, 2; H. R. Jordan's (Eltham) Sunnyside Lord Darlington, 3. Bull, from July, 1917 G. S. Martin's (Eltham) Excelsior of Dungiven, by Prince Kelvin—Alice of Dungiven, 1; A. Needham's entry, 2; W. Brady's (Woodville) General of Dungiven, 3, Bull, since July, 1918.-MY. McEldownie's (Matapu) entry, 1; Arthur Needham's Binnie of Clovcrdowns, 2; J. L. Luccna's (Toko) entry, 3. Cow, prior to July, luu.—w. Brady's Bonnie, I and championship; W. Brady's Alice of Dungiven, 2. Bull and Three Females.—W. Brady's General, Alice, Bonnie and Fairy, 1. Heifer, from July, 1916, in milk.—W. Brady's Fairy, 1. Heifer, from July, 1917. W. Brady's Hailstone, 1; Clem. Coldwell's (Cardiff) Snowic IF, 2; A. Needham's Lady Kitchener of Clover Downs, 3. Pen of Two Heifers, under 15 months old.—W. Brady 1, T. Walker 2, A. Needham 3. Heifer, since July, 1918.—A. Needham, GRADE MILKING SHORTHORN. Heifer, from July, 1917. —A. T. Wills (Ilawera), 1. FAT CLASSES (Open). Two Bullocks, any age.—A. T. Wills (Hawera), 1; E. Marfell (Toko), 2. Best Friesian Bullock—A. T. Wills, 1 and 2; E. Marfell, 3. Two Steers, under 4 years.—A T Wills, 1; E. Marfell, 2. Three Shorthorn Heifers, 3 years and under.—McDonald Bros. (Stratford), 1. Pen Two Bullocks, suitable for freezing.—A. T. Wills, T and 2; E. Marfell, Best Fat Bullock.—A. T. Wills, 1 and 2; K. Marfell, 3. Cow, prior to July, 1914. W. McEldownie (Matapu), 1; A. T. Wills, 2. Heifer, from July, 1914.—McDonald Bros., 1; W. McEldownie, 2. Heifer, from July, 1915.—McDonald Bros., 1. GRADE OR CROSS-BRED SECTION. Grade Cows, 4 years or over, in milk.— J. Hammond's entries, 1, 2 and 3. Heifer, from July, 1916.—j. Hammond's entry, 1; P. E. GarveVs Daisy 2Geo. Taylor's Trixie, 3. Heifer, from July, 1917. W. S. Boon's Buttercup, 1; C. Murray's (Wharehuia) Rosie, 2; A. H. Huggett's entry, 3. t Pen of Two Haif are, prior to Jujy, 1917.

—A. H. Huggett's entry, 1; C. Murray's Rosie and Doris, 2; E. H. Linnells entry, Juvenile Class, Yearling Grade Heifer. —Peter Linnell's (Midhirst) entry, 1; G. Sangster's (Wharehuia) entry, 2; A. and I. Gray's Queenie, 3. Pen of Three Grade Heifers for Dairy Purposes, since July, 1917. G. Sangster's entry, 1; M. Gall's (Toko) entry, 2. Pen of Three Heifers, since July, 1918. —A. D. Walker's (Ngaere) entries, 1 and 3; A. H. Huggett's entry, 2. FOR GRADES ONLY. Typical Grade Dairy Heifer, since July, 191b.—J. Hammond's entry, I; \f. U. Itutledge's entry, 3. '' L "

SHEEP.

ROMNEY MARSH; Ram, over 18 months: J. McL. Blair (Hawera) 1 and 2. Under 18 months: J. McL. Blair 1 and 2. Ewe, under 18 months: J. McL. Blair 1 and 2. Two ewes, under 18 months: J. Forbes (Normanby) 1 and 2. Two ewes, over 18 months: J. Forbes 1 and | 2. ■ LINCOLNS. '" Ram, under 18 months: E. Marfcll (Toko) 1. Two rams, under 18 months: j E. Marfell 1. I Ewe, over 18 months, with lamb at foot: E. Marfell 1 and 2. Two ewes, with lambs at foot: E. Marfell 1. Ewe, under 18 months: E. Marfell 1 and 2. Two ewes, under 18 months: E. Marfell 1 and 2. Two ewes, 4-tooth or over, with ; lambs at foot: E. Marfell 1. SOUTHDOWNS. Ram, over 18 months: H. Cook (Toko) 1 and 2. FREEZERS. Pen of three wethers: A. T. Wells 1, J. Forbes 2, McDonald Bros. (Stratford) 3. Pen *f three ewes: A. T. Wills 1, E. Marfell 2 and 3. Pen of three Down-cross wethers: R. Binnie (Toko) 1. Pen of three long-wool cross wethers: A. T. Wills 1, J. Lucena (Toko) 2 and 3. Pen of three fat kmbs: A. T. Wills 1 and 2, H. Cook 3. FAT SHEEP. Three fat ewes, any age: E. Marfell 1, A. T. Wills 2, H, Coon 3. Three fat lambs: A. T. Wills 1 and 2, J. Forbes 3. PET LAMB. Pet lamb: H. Cook 1.

PICS,

BERKSHIRE. Boar, over 1 year: E. H. Linnell (Midhirst) 1 and champion, J. Moore (Stratford) 2. Sow, over 1 year: Stewart and Landsperg (Nonnanby) 1 and ch., John Pattinson (Stratford) 2. Under 1 year: W. H. Rutledge (Midhirst) 1. Under 0 months: J. Pattinson 1, W. H. Rutledge Sow, with litter of pigs: John Pattinson 1. ANY OTHER VARIETY, PUREBRED. Sow, over 1 year: J. Moore 1. Sow, with litter of pigs: J. Moore 1. BACONERS, ETC. Pig between 001b and 1001b, judged on condition: J. Moore 1 and 3, N. Barr 2. Best baconers, any breed: N. Barr 1, VV. H. Rutledge 2 and 3.

VEGETABLE AND GARDEN CLASSES.

Beet: T. Webb (Palmerston North) 1 and 2. Carrots: T. Webb 1. Cabbage; T. Reader 1 and 2. Cauliflower: T. Webb 1. Lettuce: T. Webb 1. Onions: T. Webb 1. Peas: A. D. Walker (Ngaere) 1, T. Webb 2. Parsley: T. Webb 1. Radish, Long: T. Webb 1. Any other kind: T. Webb 1. Turnips, white: T. Webb 1 and 2. Yellow: T. Webb 1. Rhubarb: T. Webb 1. Collection salading: T. Webb 1. Spring vegetables: T. Webb 1. Potatoes, kidney: T. Webb 1, G. H. Boyles 2. Any other kind: J. W. Boon 1, G. H.. Bovles 2. Collection: T. Webb 1, T. Reader 2.

DOGS

Though not so strong numerically as usual, many of the exhibits in the dog section of the Stratford Show are of exceptionally good quality, notably a team of English setters shown in fine bloom by Mr. A. H. Prober!, of Dannevirke. :md the bulldog "Baron Swasher" benched by Mr. J. D. .1). Rivett, of Stratford, who won the ladies' bracelet with the same entry. There were a number of very fair greyhounds; collies were weak, whilst the opinion was expressed that in connection witli the workingcollie classes the dogs should be called upon to work, points being awarded for work and for type. Cocker spaniels included some very nice little dogs, whilst fox terriers, though not numerous, were good in quality. There was no competition in the Airedale terriers, lint J. W. McMillan's Midland Renown is fit for exhibition in any show, and gave Revett's bulldog a good run for the bracelet. Pugs and Pomeranians were small sections, but the winners were of good type. There was keen competition in the variety classes, Probert winning the classes for best dog or bitch. The same exhibitor alsb won the sporting brace and team class, whilst, as alreadi stated, Revett won the ladies' bracelet. The harriers shown by the North Tarnnaki and Egmont-Wanganui Hunts added to the interest of the dog section. Mr. A. T. Moore, of New Plymouth, was judge, and got through his' work with nromptitude, giving also general satisfaction. GREYHOUNDS. Dogs, puppy under 12 months: J. Fitzgerald's Seaplane 1. Novice, open dogs: J. Fitzgerald's Seaplane 1, N. Walsh's Peter 2, J. Terry's Warrigal 3. Limit and New Zealand: N. Walsh's Peter 1, J. Terry's Warrigal 2. Bitches, puppy and novice: W. Drinkwatert (Dannevirke) Failsworth Sylpli 1. Limit and open: W. Drinkwater's Failsworth Sylph 1, D. MeWhirier's Silver Rex 2. New Zealand bred: D. Mc.TChittei't Silver gex h

POINTERS. Dogg, puppy, novice and N.Z. bred: T. D. Colson'a Prince Jack 1, T. D. Colson's Prince Brownie t. Open; H. A. Haycock's (Hawera) Broncton's Lad 1 and special. Bitches, novice and N.Z. bred: T. D, [Colson's Sylvia 1. Open: T. 1). Colson's I and special. ENGLISH SETTER^ Dogs, puppy, maiden, limit, novice, and open: A. ii. Probert's (Dannevirke) Braeleigh Sport 1. N.Z. bred: A, H. Probert's 1 and challenge. Bitches, puppy, maiden, novice, and N.Z. bred: A. H. Probert's Braeleigh Bonny 1. Limit bitches: A. H. Probert's Burkeland Evangeline J. and challenge. Australian bred and open: A. H. Probert's Burkeland Evangeline 1. Brace, any sex: A. H. Probert's Braeside Jack and Burkeland Evangeline 1. Team of three: A. H. Probert's Braeside Jack, Burkeland Evangeline, and Braeleigh Sport 1. IRISH SETTERS. Puppy dogs: John Petrie Junr.'s Watch Spring 1. SETTEES. Brace, any variety: A. H.£>robert I.' Team of three: A. H. Probert I. GUN DOGS. Dogs, novice: A. H. Probert's Braeleigh Sport 1. Open: A. H. Probert's Braeaide Jack 1, Bitches, open: A. H. Probert's Burkeland Evangeline 1 and special. Brace: A. H. Probert 1. Team: A. H. Probert 1. COLLIES (Smooth-Coated). Bitches, puppy, novice, limit, and open: Miss D. Cuthbertson's (Stratford) Maid 1. t COLLIES (Rough-Coated). Dogs, puppy and novice: Kinnear Bros.' Belfort Lion 1. Limit: G. M. Beer's (Waverley) Mosgiel King 1, Kinnear Bros.'s Belfort Lion 2. N,Z. bred and open: G. M. Beer's Mosgiel King 1. Bitches, puppy, novice, and limit: Kinnear Bros.' Belfort Maid 1, Kinnear Bros.' Belfort Spy 2. Brace, any sex: Kinnear Bros. 1. COLLIES (Bearded). Dogs, puppy, novice, and limit: Miss I). Cuthbertson's Merry Andrew 1. Open: Miss D. Cuthbertson's Merry Andrew 1 and challenge., WORKING COLLIES. Dogs, midden: Miss D. Cuthbertson's Merry Andrew 1, W. Holmes 2. Novice: Miss D. Cuthbertson's Merrv Andrew 1, W. Holmes' Roy 2, W. Holmes' Darkie 8. Limit and open: Miss D. Cuthbertson's Merry Andrew 1 and special, 10. LumeH's (Midhirst) Mick 2, W. Holmes' Roy It. Bitches, 7'iaiden, novice, limit, and open: W. Holmes' Fly 1. BULL DOGS. Dogs, puppy: J. and D. Rivett's Commodore Jim i. N.Z. bred mid open: J. and IX Rivctt's Baron Swasher 1 and ■|jccial, Commodore Jim 2. Bitches, limit: J. S. Rowe'a (Strutlord) Kit 1. N.Z. bred and open: J. and D. Rivett's Lady Grav 1, J. S. fiowe's Kit 2. Brace: J. and IX Rivett's 1. COCKER SPANIELS (Black, under 2:>lb) Dogs, puppy: J. Edwards' Darkie 1, 0. E. Fowler's Mac 2. Novice and limit: Stewart and Lnudspern's (Normnnby) Lockie 1, C. E. Fowler's Mac 2. Open: Stewart and Landsperg's f.ockie 1 and special and challenge, Stewart and Landsperg's Toro 2, C. K. Fowler's Mae 3. Bitches, puppy: H. .Limes' Spot 1. Novice: J. Grosh in ski's (Tuna) Floss 1. Limit: Mrs. J. D. Graham's (Wanganui) Maid Gambler 1, Open: Mrs. J. ]l. Criihnm's Maid Gambler 1. and apeeial, Stewart and Landsperg's Waimarino Floss 2. Brace: Stewart and Landsperg 1. Team: Stewart and Landsperg"' 1. COCKER SPANIELS (other than black), Challenge Class. Dogs, puppy and novice: H. Masters' Wharehoki Gambler 1, Kinnear Bros.' Sancho Paiwa 2. Limit: H. Masters' Wharehoki Gambler I, Kinnear Bros.' Sancho Panza 2, Miss Abraham's Tui 3. Open: H. Masters' Wharehoki Gambler 1 and special, Miss Abraham's Tui 2. Bitches, puppy and novice: A. H. Probert's Braeleigh Pips 1. Limit and open: H. Masters' Wharehoki Bell 1 and chal,kog« and special.

.'. Brace: H. Masters I. FIELD SPANIELS. Dogs, limit: Hilda Shotter's (Mid« hirst) Rerona 1. Open: Alan Budge's Scout 1, Hilda Shotter's Rexona 2. FOX TERRIERS (Smooth). Dogs, puppy and maiden: H. Drink* water's Mentone Darky 1. Novice, limit, N.Z. bred, and open: Drinkwater's Mentone Darky 1, J. ICidd's Tapuatu Thunderer 2, Bitches, puppy and maiden: W. Pellet'i I Rejoin Duchess 1, H. Drinkwater's Briar j Maid 2, J. Kidd'n Tapnatu Tempest 3. I Novice: J. Hutchinson's (Wanganui) Welt'ord Biddy 1, W. Pellet's Regan Duchess 2, H. Drinkwater's Briar Maid 3, J. Kidd's Tapuatu Tempest vh.e. | Limit, N.Z. bred, and opon: J, Kidd's j Tapuatu Tornado 1 and special, J. ! Hutchinson's Welford Biddy 2, W. Pellet's Regan Duchess 3, H. Drinkwater's Briar Maid v.h.c. Brace: J. Kidd 1. Team: J. Kidd 1. ONE DAY BUTTER FAT TEST. This again proved a popular cornpetit ion. nineteen cows from as far awaj j as Bell Block and Normanby competing. , Tho conditions provided that the cowi' I are to be milked in the presence of a steward in the owner's shed and samples and weight will be taken. The ten best cows are to be exhibited. The first prize was a trophy valued £f> 6s. fecond £3 and third £2. The. I results were:—

ButUrt "E! n Qnlllrnn nn/t Cnn'n Weight. Teat. fat. 1 (Cardiff) Sultan's Daisy 50.1 8.1 3.(56 ' It. .1. Linn's (N'nriiianby) 48.1 6.1 £ IS4 Mrs. s. Gadaby'a (Stratford) Lady Quickstep .. 41.0 6.8 2.718 A. and J. O'DonneH'a (Tnnlin) Peaceful 42.7 6.3 2.(90 A. Jackson's (Bell Block) Bell BInck'i Pride .. 594 4.8 2.5S7 It. Itltriiie's (Inglowood) n. P. P. Mulona's (River48 5.8 2.431 41 S.I !,419 A H. Nelson's (Stratford) 53.5 4.4 2.354 <i t. Uihbon's (Ngnere) Mnllv 43.3 *,-* 2.176 A. Cameron's (Stratford) Petty 54 4.0 2.160 1). 1\ F. Maloins's (IUverle.i) Passion Flower .. 43.8 4.9 2.146 : 0 T. Gibbon's (N'caere) 1 lean 1 n P F Malone'3 (Itivrr49.4 43 2.124 1m) nose's Kneak .... A. Jackson's (Bell Block) Dell Block's Sunlight . II. Tlnpln's (Miro) 40.3 40 5.2 4.9 2 095 1.960 Brlndle Jersov .. 43 4.5 1.935 ■ 0 T. (JIDbon's ' (Xituercj Diamond ... It Snlway (Bell Block) 389 4.7 1821 afajcsty's Klleell W. Boon (Stratford) Lady 45.4 39 1.770 37.4 ' 43 4.6 2.8 ;.7is 1.204 ••: W Frethey's (Klthani) Sliorthoni Jersey '