THE FLOWER SHOW.

Taranaki Daily News, 28 April 1922, Page 8

THE FLOWER SHOW.

GLORIOUS CHRYSANTHEMUMS. V* A SPLENDID DISPLAY. A wonderful exhibit of glorious chrysanthemums makes the New Plymouth Horticultural Society’s Show, which opened in the Whiteley Hall yesterday afternoon, something of rare beauty, which should strongly appeal to all lovers of beautiful blooms. In addition to chrysanthemums, there are cut flowers, dahlias predominating, and many artistic private exhibits and pretty conceptions in the decoration class. The development of the chrysanthemum in recent years has been remarkable, and the great variety of blooms, in a hundred different shades, shows the endless possibilities offered to the enthusiastic grower of these choice flowers. The weather is seldom considerate to the horticulturist in these parts, and many an amateur gardener has too frequently had his spirit severely tested. During the last few weeks the elements have combined to disturb the hopes of the growers of chrysanthemums, and there have been many set-backs, but in spite of these unfavorable conditions the blooms to be seen at the Whiteley Hall possess excellent points in quality and coloring. The blooms of Mr. Loftus Rea, who has become the premier exhibitor of chrysanthemums, were something to marvel at; in fact, all the exhibits in the amateur class are of a uniformly high standard. Mr. Rea entered freely, and by winning the great majority of the classes he annexed the handsome rose bowl presented by Mr. and Mrs. J. Barthorp as a points prize. This trophy was won by Mr. Rea last year, when it was first competed for, and if he is successful next year it will become his property. This competitor won in the championship blooms. Mr. Rea’s success is thoroughly well deserved, as few give such consistent care and attention to their blooms. A wealth of choice blooms are shown in the novice section, and their quality was generally considered to be the best yet seen in New Plymouth. The entries showed an encouraging increase, and even the poorest flowers were of a quality which would give pride to any gardener. The decorative classes were very attractive, the tables and mantelpieces carrying many beautiful designs. The points prize was won by Mrs. Wallach. In addition to the competitive classes, Mrs. Alexander had a display for exhibition only. Mr, John Gibson had a beautiful show of dahlias for exhibition only. Messrs. Duncan and Davies made a large exhibit, embodying chrysanthemums and a variety of other blooms and plants, including yellow Tata, single sweet-scented camellia, and passiflora tetranda. Mr. M. L. Gavey made a very choice display of floral designs and bouquets.

The arrangement of the show was a credit to the committee and officials, who were ably headed by Mr. G. Howden (president) and Mr. J: W. Taunt (secretary). The show was well patronised yesterday, and it will be open again this afternoon and to-night. The prize list is: CHRYSANTHEMUMS. OPEN CLASS. (Judge: Mr. F. Morshead. Stewards: Dickson and Mr. Browne.) Six Japanese distinct varieties.—Newton Allen 1, A. E. Goodacre 2. AMATEUR CLASS. Twelve distinct varieties.-—Loftus Rea 1 and 2. 'Six distinct varieties.—Loftus Rea 1, L. Rea and J. Scanlan (equal) 2. Three distinct varieties.—Loftus Rea 1 and 2. One vase of three blooms, white, one variety only.—Loftus Rea 1 and 2. One vase of three blooms, yellow, one variety only.—Loftus Rea 1, J. Scanlan 2. One vase of three blooms, pink, one variety only.—L. Rea 1, N. Allen 2. One vase of three blooms, any color except white, pink or yellow.—L. Rea 1, N. Allen 2. Six vases, as grown for decorative purposes, .3 stems of one variety only, in each case.—L. Rea 1. Three incurved, distinct varieties.—L. Rea 1, N. Allen 2. Hirsute or hairy ; three varieties.—N. Allen 1, H. R. Boswell 2. Singles, six varieties.—F. Goodacre 1 and 2. New variety.—L. Rea 1 and 2. NOVJCE CLASS. Three Japanese, distinct varieties.—F. Daines 1, A. E. Goodacre 2. One white.—F. Daines 1 and 2. One yello^v. —W. Ranger 1, A. E. Goodacre One pink.—A. E. Gooducre 1, Mrs. E. E. Allen 2. One mauve or purple.—Mrs. E. E. Allen 1, F. Daines 2. Twelve distinct varieties.—Joe Ramson 1, H. R. Boswell 2. CHAMPION CHRYSANTHEMUM BLOOMS.

Premier white.—L. Rea (a Louisa Pocket). Premier yellow.—L. Rea (a Yellow Pocket). Premier, any other color.—L. Rea (an Edith Cavell). Champion bloom in the show.—L. Rea (a Louisa Pocket). CUT FLOWERS. (Judge: Mr. F. Morshead. Steward: Mr. Fairhall.) Six cactus dahlias, varieties.—F. Goodacre I, J. Gibson 2. Six paeony dahlias, varieties.—J. Gibson 1. Six collarette dahlias, varieties. —F. GoodCollection of dahlias (not more than twelve blooms), varieties.—J. Gibson 1, F. Goodacre 2. DECORATIVE CLASSES. (Judges: Mrs. Harvie and Mrs. Walker. Stewards: Mrs. Dockriil and Mrs. Ellerm.) Decorated table of chrysanthemums, to be arranged for effect, with any foliage.—Mrs. Wallach 1, Mrs. W. “Bayly 2. Bowl of chrysanthemums, any foliage.—Mrs. J. D. Hay 1, Mrs. J. E. Wallach 2. Basket of chrysanthemums, any foliage.— Mrs. J. D. Hay 2. Vase of chrysanthemums, any foliage.—Mrs. W. Bayly 1, Mrs. Wallach 2. Floral mantelpiece.—Mrs. Wallach 1, Mrs. J. D. Hay 2. FEEBLE DIGESTION. A strong digestion is one of the best qualifications for a busy life that a man or woman can possess. But nature has not dealt equally with all of us, and some of us have started life handicapped with a digestive tract that is easily deranged. In other cases by helping to digest your meals and at the worry, hurried meals, or sickness, has weakened the digestion. Dr. Sheldon’s Tabules will soon put you on the best footing again, saune time resting the over-worked or weakened stomach. A short course of Dr. Sheldon’s Digestive Tabules will restore the digestive organs to their proper functions, and bring health and appetite to even chronic sufferers. Don’t, forget Dr. Sheldon’s Digestive Tabules are the remedy which will quickly relieve you of your misery. Obtain able everywhere. No more dirty boilers if you use Mexican Boiler ’ Graphite. Saves labor and expense. Effective in any feed water. Delay will cont you money Fuller particulars Manning Co., 139 Albert Street, Auckland. 7