NEW PLYMOUTH WINTER SHOW.

Taranaki Daily News, 7 June 1920, Page 5

NEW PLYMOUTH WINTER SHOW.

OPENS ON WEDNESDAY. Wednesday next will be the opening day of the Taranaki Agricultural Society's eleventh annual Winter Show. The opening ceremony will be performed at 2 p.m. by the Hon. W. H. Nosworthy, Minister of Agriculture, and Mr S. G. Smith, M.P. The absolute success of this year's fixture is assured. Entries in all divisions are numerous, and the quality of the exhibits will be of a high standard. The' lay-out of the hall has been greatly improved. Every foot of floor space not occupied by the Society's competitive exhibits has been taken up by local tradespeople, and some very interesting and attractive displays are promised.

The Poultry Show, which is being held on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, will contain much to attract those interested in the feathered section. The pigeon section is by far the strongest seen in New Plymouth for many years. Pigeons are being sent from as far away as Nelson. Teams are also coming from Hastings and Wanganui to compete for the Columbarian peace trophy. 'This is the first time (this handsome trophy, valued at £3O, has been up for competition in New Zealand, and particular interest is being taken in it by all the prominent pigeon fanciers in the Dominion. Exhibitors are reminded that stewards will be in attendance on Tuesday afternoon and evening to attend to the staging of their exhibits. All exhibits must be in their places by 9 a.m. on Wednesday morning. Poultry entered for competition mußt be penned by 9 p.m. on Tuesday evening, so as to allow of an early start with the judging on Wednesday morning, as this section is a, very big one, and the judging will take a considerable time.

Arrangements for luncheon, afternoon tea, and,supper during the show havo been left in the hands of a strong committee of lady members. A fully stocked produce stall will also be run by the ladies. Housekeepers will do well to visit this stall early, as many good things will be offering at most reasonable prices. Tha, charge for admission to the show will be: Adults Is, children under 12 years 6d. Members of the Society will be admitted free to all parts. Members are advised that their badges and tickets have all been sent out, and anyone who has not received them should make early application at the office, or obtain them when they come to the show.