STRATFORD SHOW.

Taranaki Daily News, 25 November 1921, Page 8

STRATFORD SHOW.

PEOPLE’S DAY. A LARGE ATTENDANCE. BALANCE OF AWARDS. Yesterday morning broke cold and wet at Stratford, and the spirits of many of the enthusiastic officials of the •Stratford Show were considerably damped, as they foresaw a very small attendance on the occasion of People’s Day. However, a few miles out of Stratford the weather was comparatively fine and the country people came to town in crowds by trap, car, and train. By midday the weather had cleared, and the sun shone brightly, so that it was a very large and happy crowd that assembled on the Show ground, the scene at the hour fixed for the grand parade being a very animated one. ’Che attendance, considering the weather in the early morning, was remarkably good. Those present had a very enjoyable time, as there was much to interest them at the cattle pens, the sheeps pens and the pig pens, or at the ringside, watching the judging of the horse events. The trade displays also attracted considerable attention, whilst the side show’s held an irresistible attraction for many, and did great business. The parade was an imposing spectacle, and could not but have convinced visitors of the importance of as a dairy centre, and the splendid quality of the dairy stock. Among tha visitors was Airs. Evelyn, a noted English lady Jersey breeder, who intends spending a few days in the district, visiting the herds of various breeders. The competitions in the afternoon proved very interesting, there being good enta’ies and good jumping. As usual the arrangements by the officials were most complete, all the judging being finished by the time fixed for the grand parade, which was admirably marshalled bj Mr. A. Stewart.

The catering was again in the capable hands of the ladies’ committee, whose work came in for universal praise. A Kne of music was rendered by the Stratford Salvation Army band, under the baton of Bandmaster W. Geard. The Plunket Society had provided a rest tent, which was much appreciated. During the year the Association has effected considerable improvements, not the least of which is the provision of up-to-date accommodation for the pig Section, and it is hoped that pig breeders will recognise the Society’s efforts by sending forward entries in even larger numbers. Mr. W. B. Grant, the judge in this section, himself as pleased with the quality of the pigs shown, and also with the attention shown by the stewards.

Among the many attractions at the Show must be remembered the leap through space by an Overland motor car. This “stunt” was carried out in the open to the amazement of a very large audience. The Judge (Mr. E. A. Washer) considered that the grade and crossbred dairy cows were of splendid type; in fact, it would be hard to beat the champion cow, which was owned by Mr. J. T Hammond, of Stratford.

Among the machinery and trade exhibits, was one from the Taranaki Farmers' Meat Company, which had a comprehensive display of its by-products, including- manures, oils, and the well known T.F.M. preserved meats. The Taranaki Farmers’ Co-op. Organisation cLon-rd a Connie of Hup cars, one of which was sold on the ground. Wilson s Motor Supplies exhibited Leyland trucks, Nash and Fiat cars. Newton King Ltd. had a very comprehensive exhibit, including White Trucks, Hudson and Essex cars, Ridd milking machine, and also seeds and manures. Ganstad, Marlow and Coy. had a lorry stand displaying their seeds, etc., while the Farmers’ Milking Machine Coy. was also represented. The following are the additional awards. CATTLE. JERSEYS. Cow, any ago, judged on dairy points irrespective of type, to be milked out the previous night in the presence of a steward. In addition to the usual prize money Messrs. E. O'Sullivan and Sons, Jersey Holm, present champion Jersey plate, value 20 guineas, to become the property of the exhibitor winning with different animals on two occasions, championship award.—J. Browning’s (Stratford) Okau’s Azalea, by Okau King Kozels Fuschia 1 and championship; H. B. Lepper s (Lepperton) Macri Pearl. 2; W. Pollock’s (Stratford) Belvedere Bilberry. 3; C. H. Sharp’s (Te Roti) Avoca’s Daisy, v.h.c.; H. B. Lepper's White Socks, h.c. PEDIGREE FRIESIANS. Cnw, tiriy age, to be judged on dairy points irrespective of type; judged on second day. Animal to bo milked out the previous nlgnt in the presence of a steward; champion rib-bon.—-Vernon Marx’s (Mangatoki) Alcartra Clothilde Pletje. by King Alcartra Rose De Koi—Clothilde Alcartra, 1 and championship; H. W. Hoskin’s (Mangatoki) Segls Galatea, 2 ■ Henry Johnson’s (Stratford) entry, 3. Cow with semi-official record, to be judged on type, points to be awarded as follows: For every lOOlbs. of fat-above the standard 7 '-points will be given to two-year-olds; six points to junior three-year-olds; five points 'o mature, senior three and four-year-olds. First £lO second £5, third £2.—Vernon Marx’s Alcartra Clothilde Pletje, 1; H. W. Hoskin’s Segis GSlatea, 2; H. R. Green (Kai'“champion cow.—Vernon Marx’s Alcartra Clothilde Pietje; reserve, H. W. Hoskin’s Seg-s Ga atea. (;RADE ASD CROSS bRED. Best dairy cow (other than pedigree), animals entered in grade and crossbred scotinns eligible; animals to be milked out the night before in the presence of a steward. First champion ribbon aftd £2, second £l.—J. T. Hammond’s (Stratford) Violet, 1 and championship; A. Band’s (Stratford) Nancy, 2, c Meuli’S iTarlki) Ferndale s Fancy, 3. HORSES. DRAUGHT HORSES. Stallion, 4 years or over.—A. G. Harding’s /Maiwaw' are) Decotah’s King, by DecotahM“tne" KIPS. 1; A. D a«y’s (S t ra«or« Newton, by Baron Bold—Lilly dale, 2. Colt, 2 years—J. Paul's (Stratford) entry, by Meteor— Bathangie Lily, 1. Colt, yearling.—T. Perrj.s entry, 1, Mare or gelding in regular WOfk, up to 1 ton.—T. Perry. 1: T. Orr (Ngaere) « Milk-cart horse, suitable to draw l.»ewt.— T Perry, 1 ; T. Orr. 2. MJk-cart horse, suitable to draw luewt.— T Perry’s entry 1 and 2. Farmers’ Utility horse.-T. Perry’s entry 1 flß pair of farm horses, suitable for milk waggon or general farm work—T. Opr's (Macro) Ben and Dinah, 1; T. Perry’s (Mangatoki) entrJ ’ THOROUGHBRED HORSES, Hndee- Mr. A. Brotherton, Mnngcweka.) Stallion 3 years or over. —W. T. Bailey’s (ILtwera) ’ Bisogne, by Besonlan—St. EvangeUfiti 1

COACK7WG STALLIONS. Stallion, 3 years or over, best calculated | to breed hack and harness horses.—W. J Hawke’s (Stratford) Advance, 1; J. Barracldugh’s (Eltham) .Victory Chief, 2. PONY STALLION. Pony stallion, 2 years or over, 13 hands.— Roy Hayward's (Hawera) Tony, 1; W. Bonner's (East Road) Cock Robin, 2. HARNESS PONY. Harness pony, 11.2 and under 13.2.—C. Paterson’s (Kapuni) Flora, 1 and championship; VV. E. Spray’s (Midhirst) Nellie, 2. Harness pony, 11.2 and under 14.2. —C. Paterson’s Flora, 1. Turn-out for ponies 11.2 to 13.2; pony, gig and harness to be judged;—C. Paterson’s Flora, HARNESS HORSES. Mare or gelding, 15.2 or over. —J. Caldwell’s (Gordon Road) Black Bess, by Advance— Albert Chevalier, 1; R. M. Skelton's (Fitzroy) Lady Lincoln, 2. Mare or gelding, 15 hands and under 15.2. J. Bailey's (Hawera) Fairy, 1; T. Perry’s (Mangatoki) Fairy, 2. Mare or gelding, 14.2 to 15 hands.—S. J. Bailey’s (Hawera) Fairy, 1. Best turn-out; horse, gig and harness. —R. M. Skelton’s Lady Lincoln, 1; J. Caldwell’s Black Bess, 2. Lady's turn-out, driveq by lady.—R. M. Skelton’s Lady Lincoln, 1‘; T. Perry’s entry, 2, Trotting mare or gelding.—R. M. Skelton’s Lady Lincoln, 1; J. Caidwell's Black Bess, 2. Boy driver (only occupant).—Goldie PaterCOMPETITIONS. Open hunters’ competition, each horse to carry not less than 12st. First, champion ribbon, £l5 and association’s trophy value £25, to be won three times (previous winner, Mr. S. Symes. Waverley) ; second, £3; third, £l. —S. Symes’ (Waverley) Osprey, I; Harvey’s (Waverley) Mack, ; H. L. Vine's (Manaia) Hazelwood, 3. Maiden hunters’ competition; first £lO, second £5.—G. D. Smith’s (Waverley) Murltai, 1; Mrs. J. E. Anderson’s (Whangamomona) Darnly, 2. Ladies’ hunters’ competition.—S. Symes' (Waverley) Osprey, 1; C. Paterson’s Glen Royal, 2. Wire jump.—H. L. Vine's Ririwha, 1; C. Astbury’s (Mangatoki) Zephyr, 2. Pony leaping competition, for ponies 14 hands or over.—C. Paterson's Bene Ha, 1; L. David’s Opossum, 2. Gentleman rider.—A. Mitchell (Manaia), 1; S. Symes (Waverley), 2; G. D. Smith (Waverley), 3. Lady rider.—Mrs. D. Beltker (Wanganui), 1; Mrs. J. E. Anderson (Whangampninna), 2. Boy or girl rider, under 12 years (first day). —Gray Muir, 1; Raymond Paterson (Kapuni), COW-JUDGING COMPETITION. This competition again proved very popular among’ both secondary and primary school pupils, drawing very large entries. In the secondary schools division, the competition was divided into two distinct divisions —viz., senior and junior. The senior division included pupils who have attended secondary schools for three years. This drew eight competitors, who did excellent work. So close were the first four that the decision was a very difficult matter. It eventually went to Eva Burkett, of Stratford, last year’s winner at. both New Plymouth and Stratford. The junior division brought out over 50 competitors, all from the Stratford District High School. First place was gained by Leslie Gower, whilst the remaining six all went to girls. Mr. C. C. Denner was secretary for tills class. In the primary school division competition was very strong, over 100 entries being received from 15 different schools. The pupils were required to judge on a grade dairy cow on dairy points. The cow chosen was the champion grade cow of the show, and consequently the task set was , a very difficult one. The pupils tackled their work with zeal, and some very satisfactory cards were handed in. The seven prize-winners came from Midhirst, Ngafere and Tokaora. Mr. J. Grant, of Woodville, acted as judge for this praticular class. Detailed results: Secondary schools; senior division.—Eva Burkett 1 lan McMillan 2, W. Cottier 3, R. Gernhoefer 4. Secondary schools; junior division. —Les Gower 1, Kathleen Grant 2, Mary Yandle 3, Phyllis Weston 4, Olive Cheer 5, Ursula Trolove 6, Eva Burley 7. Primary school division.—Robert Hind (Midhirst) 1, Alan Shearer (Tokaora) 2, C. McMeekan (Midhirst) 3, A. Blick (Midhirst) 4, W. Shearer (Tokaora) 5, B. Pruden (NgaerejF fj, J. Wheeler (Ngaere) 7. | JUNIOR SECTIONS. Encouraged by the success of last year’s venture in introducing the junior section, the executive decided to extend the section this year, and added special classes for woodwork and drawing, with very satisfactory results. The entries were so large that it necessitated the whole of the large iron hall being taken up. In sewing and fancy work the classes were of a very high order, entries being received from no fewer than ten district schools. In cookery the competition was confined prin-

cipally to Stratford and Ngaere Schools, due tar the fact that cookery instruction was not given in all schools. The same applied to woodwork and instrumental drawing, though the work was of a very high order. The models showed excellent finish, whilst the inlaying work was artistlcajly and accurately executed. Mote than half the hall was required for the entries in schools’ rural work, no less than 18 schools forwarding entries. There was keen, competition in all classes, and particularly in the note book sections. The books were models of neatness and accuracy, and clearly indicate the training in observation that the pupils in primary schools are receiving. Ohangai School was most successful, whilst. Ngaere, Ararata and Matapu also secured prizes. There were sixteen entries in the plans of school grounds, and the judge had a difficult task, the final award going to Ohangai. Graphical work, both of results of crops and milk yields, were well done. This is a phase of the work that is extremely useful, and the work was of a high order. Pen and ink drawings of weeds were also well done. The exhibits of nature charts for exhibition only from Matapu fjciiool were wofks of ant and record, and attracted considerable attention, as also did those-- of seed collection from the Ararata School. The hall was tastefully arranged, and the result generally must have been gratifying to the supervisor (Mr. Johnson) and the various class stewards: Misses Burley (sewing), Todhunter (cookery), Messrs. Hunter (woodwork) and R. Syme (rural work), who all worked hard for success.