STRATFORD.
(From Our Own Correspondent.) (All ciimriHinicatioiM, letters, etc., left with Mr H, J. Hopkins, bookseller, will receive prompt mention)
JUVENILE JUDGING. Stratford, Feb. 24. The juvenile Jersey judging competition at the recent show proved a great success. In making his awards the judge, Mr. F. Ranford, congratulated the society on the entries received, no less than 10 boys taking part, and as they Itad to look to the rising generation for their coming judges that was a good sign. Being called upon to judgo at very short notice he was unable to find out the system that other judge* had worked on, and so had to strike out on his own. He suggested that more space should be allowed oil the card lor remarks, also that, another year, a judge of a different breed should be appointed to adjudicate, for while North Taranal.; is recognised as a dairy stronghold, quite a few farmers favor other breeds, and, us dairy type is common to all breeds, aa Ayrshire or Holstein judge should bo acceptable, as recognising the claims of that section of our farming community. A distinct step forward would be made if the association could add a breed judging class or classes for youths and young breeders over 18 years of age, three animals in each class to be judged on type and placed in order of merit. Regarding the work done by the boys, the judge said it was a great pleasure to see the eager, intelligent interest displayed by the boys as a whole, whilst, as was only latural, competition remarks in some instances were most humorous. For instance, one lad described the cow's growth as "rather short all round," and in others the reply required to be re- ■ versed to he read correctly. Still, on the whole, the lads brought to their task quite a fair amount of intelligent interj est and observation, and his task in allotting the prize was a light one. He had not allotted the prize to the competitor whose total number of points was nearest his own, hut to the competitor whose individual totals most nearly with his and whose remarks were most in accord with the scoring. There was very little between the first two boys; in fact, the second boy would have won had he scored as well as he commented. He urged the boys who had not got a place not to be discouraged, but to stick to it, remembering the old paving, "If at first you don't succeed, try again." The winning boy was F. Paynter, of Stratford, whose points were as follows, the maximum points in brackets:—Head 7 (8), nec.k 5 (4), body, including legs and walking, 27 (22), tail 2 (2), udder (28) 18, teats (7) SJ, milk veins (3) 2. color on escutcheon, ears, horns (3) 2j, skin (4) 4, growth 3 (2), general appearance 10 (S), total 77 (100). The judge himself awarded the cpw SG points. The remarks of this competitor were very good. He was the only ona »to give the animal full points for skin, and it would be almost impossible to find a better skin. With a little more coaching and experience he should make a good judge.
J. Hamilton, Stratford, gave 74 points, end was second. The scoring on llui whole was good and tlic remarks excellent. The third prize was won by Leonard Hancock (Cardiff) with 71 points. STRATFORD'S DOMAINS.
A correspondent writes: ''The recent deputation and petition to the Borough Council, asking that the council resume control of the domains, has caused quite a controversy in the town, and while the sympathisers of the Domain Board accuse the Borough Council, still it is hoped some good may come of the agitation. Victoria Park lias been endowed by nature with a lovely expanse of water, and with small expenditure could be made a lovely for boating, swimming, etc. Years ago all the important football matches were played on the grounds, but owing to the refusal of the hoard to lease the ground and make it. playable the football clubs had to use the A. and P. grounds, which, though quite suitable, are a considerable distance out of town. If a go-ahead policy is pursued, in a very short time the grounds can be made so that band concerts on Sunday afternoons and open-air concerts during the summer evenings would be a success, and the public would, no doubt, be willing to donate towards the upkeep of the grounds. The "taihoa" 'policy of the present board is to be regretted.".
'GENERAL. Mr. A. D. Stanley, secretary of the Stratford show, leaves on Wednesday morning for Hawera, where he will attend the Kgmont show oil both days. He also intends visiting New Plymouth and YVanganui shows.
Yesterday a gang of men were busily engaged with brooms and a copious supply of wat»r. per medium of the water rart. scrubbing a section of the wad couth of Regan Street in prenaration for a coating of tar on the following day. Mr. Vernon Nolan, a well-known' Te Wera settler, is shortly leaving the district, where he was very popular, having taken a prominent part in all its social activities as well as in anything that pertained to the general advancement of llie district. He has just soid his property of 3500 acres to Mr D. Kemp, of Rotorangi, at a satisfactory figure, and has purchased Mr. Kemp's dairy farm of 1220 acres. Mr. Kemp' is an old Taranaki man, being well known in the Tlawera and Patea districts. The deal which runs into a verv large sum of money, was put through by Mr. C. Jackeon, who was the sole agent for both parties.
Mr. H. ]). Beauchamp, <'h;unn;"in of 11 irectors of the Bank of \ ( . w Zealand. Rnd Messrs Watson and Kane. directors, who have been visiting the district during the past few day?, left to-day bv motor car fnr a tour of (lie Ohurn'.
The reputation pained by Stratford High School during past years is well maintained this year, (<co. .Arms, a pupi! of the school, having obtained second place in order of merit for the whole Dominion in the recent Public Service entrance examination.
The soldiers who returned from the front on Saturday evening were given a hearty welcome by a great croud which assembled at the station. They were also officially welcomed by the Mayor. Among those who returned was Bombardier L. Rhesban, who has the somewhat unique distinction of having celebrated five birthdays while on "active service.
A ease arising out of the recent epidemic will be heard at the Magistrate's Court this week, when 0. E. and IT. B. Bowers are claiming £IBB fls from the fitratford Hospital Board for damages, loss of goodwill, etc., in connection with their boarding-house, Melrose House, which was ha & temporary ItosfiS^a
The Stratford branch of the Returned Soldiers' Association has been affiliated to the New Zealand Association, and in a very short time, it is expected, the work of enrolling members and issuing badges will be proceeded with. Captain T (irubb, of the local Fire Brigade, left by the mail train for Wellington this morning en route to Invercargill, where he will attend the Dominion Fire Brigade Conference.
-The death occurred at Waitoa, Thames Valley, on Saturday of one of Stratford's old and most respected settlers,' Mrs. Martha Walters, late of Waingongoro Road, Cardiff, and Lowgarth, at the age of 8!l years. Deceased was the relict of the late Noah Walters, wlvi predeceased her 31 years. With her hu.il.uid she came to New Zealand in the Strathalian in 1838, and settled in Canterbury, coming to Taranaki in 1881 anil taking up virgin bush land on the Waingongoro Road when there were only a few settlers in the dictrict, namely, Messrs Johnston, Ralph, and Burrell. Mr. Walters was also a contractor, and he erected several buildings in the early days of Stratford. l>een.sed leaves two sons, Messrs Frank (Waitoa) and Job (Auckland) and a daughter, Mrs. Bealing (now of Pukekohe). The remains were brought through to Stratford by motor and privately interred on Sunday in the old cemetery, the funeral leaving the residence of Mr W. A. Hewitt, Miranda Street.
Patrons from all parts of the district are expected at Ngaere Gardens on Thursday afternoon, when the pro'prietors, Lester Bros., intend making the outing a. memorable one for all present. Just now the grounds are a wealth of blooms, whilst the native shrubs and bush are dressed in their native best. A comprehensive programme has been drawn up for the entertainment on the lawn, and will include vocal items by many popular amateurs. A Stratford "sport" is down for a bout with the box-' ing kangaroo, whilst other items will include several step-dances. The wonderful musical instrument, the orchestrate, will render several selections, and this magnificent work of art is alone worth the journey. It is also announced that the scenes will be cineinatograplied by the operator of Stratford Amusements Company, and the views afterwards screened in Stratford and elsewhere.
The following new books have been added to the Stratford Public Library: "French Windov "Three Years with (he New Zcalau'>rs," "The Soul of Susan "Vidian," "Our Admirable Betty," "Bcairiee Ashleigb," "The Human Touch,'' "Private Peat," "Where Angels Fear to Tread," "Lieutenant Bones," "Bridget," "The Pawns Count," "White Magic," "The Balance," "Captain Kettle's Bit," "The Man Who Lost Himself," "The Secret' Hand," "The Lost Naval Papers."
11l Broadway there is a shop tbat is always attractive. Goods are displayed in a tasteful manner, tlie quality is of the best, and Mm prices lowest on tlie market. This combination is hard to beat and is tlie secret of tlie great success attained by Mr. C. E. James. This is 110 wild statement but a fact. Just now he is oU'ering a wide range of ladies' handbags that are exceptionally good value, whilst his crockery and antimony ware is worthy of particular notice.—Advt.
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