STRATFORD.

Taranaki Daily News, 2 March 1922, Page 6

STRATFORD.

STRATFORD AGENCY. Advertisements and items of news for publication in the Taranaki Daily News should be left at the office of our local representatives, Wilson Bros., Broadway, Stratford. Orders for papers may also be left with thecn. JERSEY CATTLE CLUB. ANNUAL FIELD DAY. March 1. The Stratford Jersey Cattle Club held their fourth annual field day and demonstration to-day on Air. G. T. Gibbons’ farm. “Kauchet,” on the Wingrove Road, Ngaere. A large gathering of farmers and ladies was predent and although the weather was wet throughout an interesting day was spent in the picturesque farm surroundings. A very tasty luncheon was dispensed by the ladies, who for their help and entertainment were the recipients of a very hearty vote of thanks.

Mr. H. E. B. Watson, official demonstrator for the New Zealand Jersey Breeders’ Association, was present for the purpose of speaking on the Jersey breed, and he also gave practical demonstrations in judging cattle. Air. F. Ranford. of Stratford, gave a demonstration of judging on type, and his capable efforts were well received. At the conclusion of Air. Ranford’s demonstration a popular vote was taken on the four cows in the ring, and this agreed with Mr. Ranford’s decision,, excepting for the third place. Air. Ranford took the opportunity to extend a welcome to the gathering. He said the club was very much indebted to Mr. and Mrs. Gibbons for the opportunity of holding the demonstration on their farm. When cattle were shown for prizes, Mr. Ranford said, the owners were not always willing to have them “pulled to pieces,” and they were fortunate in having farmers in their midst who allowed their cattle to be judged, and their faults pointed out. On Mr. Ranford’s motion votes of thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Gibbons, the ladies, Air. Mehrtens and the Press were carried by acclamation.

Messrs. T. Haves and W. Johnson had a number of their cattle on the scene for demonstrating purposes. The cattle submitted for judging were of very high class, a number having creditable butterfat records. In this connection the champion cow “Goneril,” belonging to Air. Gibbons, must be mentioned as having a record of 652 lbs. of butterfat in 347 days as a two-year-old.

After luncheon Mr. Watson commenced hie demonstration, and despite the heavy rain for a considerable time kept a ring of spectators interested, explaining the points to look for in breeding or selecting a dairy cow. At the conclusion a number of questions were asked. A number of competitions were carried through, various classes in judging being keenly competed for, the following being the winners and receiving cash prizes:—Senior class: Air. J. T. Belcher, Mrs. Gibbons, Mr. J. Scheubert. ail equal, dividing the prize-money. Junior class: Q. Gernhoefer, Eva Birkett and J. Wheeler, all equal, dividing the prize-money. The champion bull, “Achievement of Willowbank,” owned by Mr. W. Johnson, was led out as a subject for demonstration. This bull was the champion at the Palmerston North. Hawera, New Plymouth and Stratford shows. At Stratford this animal carried off the New Zealand championship. At the conclusion of the address Air. Belcher called for a hearty vote of thanks and this was carried by acclamation.

The annual meeting and smoke concert of the Stratford Jersey Cattle Club was held in Smith’s tea-rooms, ’ Stratford, to-night, when Air. Watson delivered an address on the breeding of Jersey cattle and other matters pertaining to the breed. A toast list was also discussed. A report of this function will appear in Friday’s News.

MAGISTRATE'S COURT. A sitting of the Magistrate’s Court was held to-day before Mr. A. M. Mowlem, S.M. Judgment by default was given in the following undefended cases: Newton King v. A. T. Peters £lO 4s Sd (costs £2 14s); F. F. Belk v. P. Willing, £2 18s ( £1 8s 6d) : J. Davies v. T. Copestake, £4 ( £1 3s 6d); N. B. Fletcher v. Leo. Sims. £2O 19s 4d ( £3 4s); D. Steven v. W. Holmes, £1 13s (8s); same v. F. Dombroski, £5 2s ( £1 16s 6d); E. G. Foster v. T. McDonald, £2 17s (£1 7s 6d); J. W. Boon v. J. H. Anderson, £2 3s lid ( £1 3s 6d); Gordon and Gordon v. J. J. Flower, £2 15s (£1 6s 6d); Whangamomona County Council v. J. Harvey, £l9 9s 6d ( £2 14s): Wilfred L. Jones v. Alary O’Sullivan, £26 Is fid (£1 0s 6d); Romey and Co. v. Paul Zimmerman. £6 14s fid (£2 8s 6d); E. G. Foster v. A. J. Chong, 18s (10s): same v. R. Rogers, £1 18s 6d (8s); Farmers’ Co-op. Organisation Society v. R. S. McNair, £5 ( £1 6s fid); same v. E. Hart, £3 18s ( -Cl 3s 6d); Stratford Hospital Board v. Edward Smith, £5 12s ( £1 10s 6d). In the judgment summons ease of the Farmers’ Co-op. v. A. Al. Dombroski debtor did not appear, and an order was made for the payment of £ll2. Evidence was recently taken in the case of Afes«Tß. Mcßain and Childs v. A. S. Candy, a claim for £l9 9s. and an adjournment was made and the Magistrate ordered that the parties be brought together tb see if an agreement could be arrived at. At to-day’s sitting. Mr. Spence (for plaintiff) announced that no meeting had taken place, and he asked that the Court should decide the matter. The Magistrate gave judgment for plaintiff for £l9, with Court costs only. E. Selby, for driving his horse and gig on the wrong side of the silent poHceman in Broadway, was convicted and fined 10s and costs 7s. John Marne, for a breach of the same by-law. was convicted and ordered to pav costs 10s. For failing to attend drill parades, Erie Kendall was fined £1 and costs 7s; Chas. Burgess was fined £1 and costs 7s; H. Hatcher was fined £1 7s; and A. E. Baker was fined £1 and costs Messrs. Rooney and Co. (Whangamomona) were convicted and fined £2 and costs 17s 6d for having sold vinegar containing not more than 30 per cent, of malt. The regulations required 50 npr eent. L. B. Davis was fined 10s for boarding a train in motion. For failing to comply with the terms of a maintenance order, Percy Rosewarne was ordered to pay £3l 6s, in default one month’s imprisonment. A. AND P- CARNIVAL. Stratford is looking forward to the A. and P. Society’s sports carnival on March 23. The programme which has

!been drawn up is a departure from the I ordinary class of sports programme, ; novelty events having been introduced ithat should prove a great surprise. 1 The motor car race is calculated to I be a great draw, and is described as “a marvel of nerve, a elash of grass track cracks, in cars which are a masterpiece of the motor mechanic’s mind.” A permit has been received for four trotting events, and farmers’ maiden, open, consolation races will be run. The tug-of-war, in which the country districts will compete against town teams, is already creating great interest and keen competition is expected. Every provision has been made for the* entertainment of the children, and to eater" jfor them events will be carried oh the day. VITAL STATISTICS?. During the month of February there were 12 births, 2 deaths and 4 marriages in Stratford, the statistics for the cor--1 responding month of last year showing , 16 births, 5 deaths and 1 marriage. School stationery can be bought at reasonable prices at Wilson Bros.’ agency . of the Daily News in Stratford. School ; pages, 3 for 2/6 ; exercise books, 80 ruled I pages for 7d each. Also commercial sta- . tionery of all kinds at Wilson Bros., Broadway, Stratford.