TRADE DISPLAYS

Taranaki Daily News, 25 November 1926, Page 7

TRADE DISPLAYS

FARMERS’ CO-OP. MACHINERY EXHIBIT. The Fanners’ Co-op. have an attractive stand, of particular interest to all classes of farmers. A particularly interesting display of harvesting machinery will attract primarily the dairy farmers, while sheep farmers are catered for by a display of the “Wolseley” shearing machines, the Farmers’ Co-op. being agents for this 100 per cent. British manufactured shearing machine. The latest type of plant is shown in an electric shearing machine, and the neat, compact job proves the workmanship of British engineers. The motors are exclusively designed by sheep shearing machinery engineers, and this explains why these motors are guaranteed down to the smallest detail. The plant working, is of the alternating current type, suitable for use on the hydro-electric power; but direct current type can also be supplied for use in conjunction with a dynamo driven by an engine or other power. There is no overhead shafting on the electric plant, and each machine has its own independent motor. These motors require less power to drive than any type of overhead gear, costing approximately sixpence per day. There being no overhead shafting or pulleys, complete absence of vibration and noise is a marked feature of these electric machines. The electric machines can be fitted with tube grinders, which are driven by the tubes in the same way as the shears, or the ordinary type of double or single-ended grinders can be fitted. Also shown is a portable “K” type plant. In this type of machine, the engine and plant are combined on a sledge, and, while being strong and solidly built, it is easily portable. Like the electric type of machine, it is of all-British manufacture, and the finish and appearance of the whole plant prove the efficiency of the “Wolseley” manufacturers. Both plants are running, and experts are in attendance to explain to those interested the details of the machines. The Farmers’ Co-op. are also agents lor the International Harvester Company’s machinery, tractors, etc., and a comprehensive display of farm machinery is shown. A machine likely to attract considerable attention is the McCormick Deering hay sweep, with the latest trip gear, a special feature of this machine being the very light draught. Mention must also be made of the Mc-Cormick-Deering hay loader of the elevator type, with gleaning cylinder at the back, and all the latest 1926 improvements. This machine is specially designed to pick up short lucerne, and is essential to modern farming in Taranaki to-day, more especially in view of the large increase in lucerne areas. The McCormick dump hay rake and “Big Six” mower need no explanation here, both machines being so well and favourably known throughout the whole of Taranaki. A handy little implement, especially for the cultivation of lucerne, is shown in the McCormick-Deering “Little Giant” cultivator, fitted with lucerne points. This machine is light in draught by comparison with other machines of a similar nature on the market, and is becoming increasingly popular with lucerne growers. The McCormick-Deering side delivery rake and tedder combined, quite a number of which were sold in Taranaki last year, is a machine which has proved efficient and of vast assistance in hay-making, particularly in Taranaki, where uncertain weather conditions are the rule. One man and team, with this combined side delivery rake and tedder, can do as much as would be accomplished by two teams with dump rakes. HOUCHEN ROTARY MANURE TOPDRESSER. In this new rotary top-dresser, the sole selling agency for Taranaki for which is held by the Farmers’ Co-op. is a machine which should create considerable interest among the farming community. The great feature of this top-dresser is the fact that any manures can be mixed automatically, and that there are no cogs or stars to break. There is only one cog in rhe whole of the construction, and this is the cluten for “in” and “out” of gear as required. Of special interest is the fact that the “Houchen” rotary top-dresser is manufactured in Hawera, and this, apart from the fact of the exclusive features possessed by this top-dre®er, should create considerable interest. A handy farm dray is also among the exhibits. This dray, being set on low wheels, and fitted with a tip, is eminent!}' suitable for feeding out or other farm work. The comparison in price between the cost of this farm dray and that of a large waggon is very much in favour of the small dray, and it is expected that very large sales will be made throughout Taranaki. The Farmers’ Co-op. are very fortunate in having secured the sole agency. MOTOR EXHIBIT. As is its usual customs, the Farmers’ Co-op., distributors for the well-known and popular Hupmobile cars, has a very fine display. HUPMOBILE EIGHT. This is a new eight-cylinder car, which has new features, some of which are here mentioned. It has the shortest, most compact eight-in-line engine ever built, and its performance is so smooth and symmetrical that there is not even a manner of roughness in the entire range of the engine speed. This car is well worth inspection and should draw a large crowd of show visitors. The Hupmobile Six is still another example of special research work, designed by Mr. Ornberg, who demonstrated the wonderful “R” model in 1916. Fiat and Rugby cars are also featured on this stand and ate well known in the car world for their dependable worth in performance. Inquiry will be solicited and trials can be arranged. REID AND GREY, LTD. Messrs. Reid and Gray, Ltd. have this year an interesting display of farm implements comprising mowers, ploughs,

cultivators, manure distributors, etc.: Handling the well-known Bamford’s manufactures this firm can assure users the acme of perfection in .all lines handled. Introduced at this show for the first time is a new potent combined Swath-Turner, wind-rower and side-rake. This is entirely a new combination and its range of usefulness instantly appeals to every farmer. It has been introduced to meet the demand for a swath turner which will give perfect results on all conditions of land, and may be readily converted for side-raking or wind-rowing. The machine is extremely light in draught and is fitted with a new patent tine-controlling mechanism, whilst it is instantly converted for any of the operations. Bamford’s rake and mower are also implements well known throughout New Zealand, and by providing special spare part facilities owners are assured against any hold up on breakages or worn parts. Mr. Yardley, representative from Palmerston North, in conjunction with Messrs. Hopkirk and Co., are in charge of the exhibit, and will be pleased to demonstrate any of the machines. NEWTON KING, LTD. MOTOR CAR DISPLAY. Perhaps the most interesting and comprehensive motor display is that made by Newton King, Ltd. This firm are Taranaki agents for the Dodge, Morris Cowley and Morris Oxford cars, and New Zealand agents for the Jordan car, and White motor truck. The trusty and dependable Dodge, as it has come to be known, is shown in four models, the Standard Touring 5-seater, the Special Touring 5-seater, the Sports Touring 5-seater, and the Special Sedan 5seater. Probably there is no car in the world that gives such dependable service as the Dodge. With the exception of the Ford there are twice as many Dodge cars in Taranaki as any other make, and to illustrate their wonderful and successful service, it is only necessary to state that the first Dodge that ever came to Australasia is still running and doing hard work. The Morris Cowley is shown in two models, a 2-seater and a 4-seater. These English productions have rapidly won a high place amongst the world’s motorists, combining they do, the utmost economy in benzine, oil and tyre consumption with a comfort and trustworthiness seldom found in cars of their class. The Jordan car, for which the firm have the New Zealand agency, is shown in one model, a straight 8-cylinder Sedan and a very handsome model it is indeed. This car has become one of the most popular of the higher priced American cars. One has only to have a ride in one to understand its’ popularity. The engine is wonderful in its silent and flexible operation, and the whole ensemble is pleasing indeed to the eye. The White truck, also a New Zealand i agency held by the firm, needs no recommendation to the public, for it has proved its worth the world over for dependable service under the hardest conditions. White trucks embody, the fine Cardinal principals of motor transportation: Quality, dependability, efficiency, economy and longerity. - MACHINERY EXHIBIT. The progressive firm of Newton King, Ltd., has arranged an attractive display

of farm machinery comprising English, American and Colonial makes. The John Deere mowers and hay rakes, for which the firm are agents, are strong, simple and easily handled machines, combining great strength and durability. A John Deere hay sweep is also shown on the stand and is sure to attract attention, as it is of uncommon design and very simple construction.

Inspection of this display is certain to greatly interest farmers, as many new ideas have been introduced into the various machines, end something of interest am’ benefit ’ill be found on examination. Prominent on the stand are several implements built by Messrs. P. and D. Duncan, of Christchurch. The Duncan slag and lime sower at once strikes the eye on account of its simplicity of operation and its general rugged build. The Duncan lucerne cultivator and. disc harrows are

also to be noticed. They are exceptionally good implement and have massive strength and durability built into them. Chaff-cutters by such good makers as Andrews and Beaven are shown to ai'zvantage and also a saw bench built by the same firm. Other exhibits include tripod and chain harrows, ploughs and olher farm requisites. A special feature of Messrs. Newton King’s. Ltd. business methods is the fact that they stock a full range of spare parts for every implement sold by them. This fact cannot be too strongly emphasised , and the farming community will appreciate the advantages accruing from such efficient service.