TEMUKA FLORAL AND HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.

Temuka Leader, Issue 2303, 9 January 1892, Page 2

TEMUKA FLORAL AND HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.

Patrons—Mr A. E. G. Rhodes, M.H.R., Revs. J. Dickson, J. Dellow, Father Fauvel, Father Aubry, Sir Wm. Bluuden, Messrs J. T. M. Hayhurst, J.P., M. Quinn, J.P., J. Talbot, J.P., J. Guild, J.P., ami J. Blyth. President : Mr P. Wareing. VicePresident : Rev. T. A. Hamilton. Hon. Treasurer; Mr E. C. Dann. Hon. Secretary : Mr H. M. Milos. Committee of Management; Messrs F. Sauuders, E. Cutten, W. G. Rutland, E. Herbert, J. Hoi well, G. Smith, R. Metson, J. Epps, and G. Smith (Main Road).

The third annual show of the Temuka Floral and Horticultural Society was held in the Volunteer Hall and Drill Shed on Thursday last, and was again a pronounced success. The entries altogether were not so numerous as last year, but the falling off was in those for exhibition only, and in the class for needlework, &c. There was excellent competition in the class devoted to fruit and vegetables, and some particularly good exhibits of pot plants and cut flowers. The hall was very neatly arranged, the staging for the exhibits being commodious and easily accessible. There was little attempt at decoration, and this was probably wise, for there could be nothing lovelier than the stands well filled with graceful foliage

and flowering plants. Above the stage at the west end appeared the motto “ Floreat Temuka,” executed by the Rev. T. A. Hamilton, and if Temuka flourishes haff as well in a commercial sense as it does in a “ flowery ” one its inhabitants will have no cause to complain. The judges were kept very busy at their duties until close upon two. o’clock, and had the greatest difficulty in the fruit and vegetable classes in allotting the awards. They had frequently to call in the services of brother judges as referees, and even then there would be some little discrepancy of opinion. The fruit and vegetables were admitted on all sides to be a credit to the district. It was plainly demonstrated that all the ordinary classes of vegetables can be grown to perfection by the veriest amateur, and it was somewhat remarkable that the amateur exhibits as a rule were superior to those of the professional. Among the flowers also there .was a marked increase of quality, although some well-known exhibitors from neighboring towns were not in evidence. Several good exhibits were debarred from receiving prizes from not being in accordance with schedule, and the attention of future exhibitors is drawn to the necessity of carefully, consulting - the catalogue before making up their exhibits. Another subject of remark is that several amateurs exhibited for the first time and received prizes. This should be encouraging to others, who doubtless are able to grow excellent produce, but who may be diffident about exhibiting. Many lessons are to be obtained in the pursuit of gardening, and one of these certainly is that one never knows how good one’s flowers or vegetables are until brought into competition with others. Although the show was very good it is quite reasonable to imagine (in a district like this) that there was a quantity of unexhibited vegetables, Ac., equal, if not better, than those who received awards. Next year it is to be hoped that many more amateur gardeners will pluck up courage and display what they can do. The show of fancy work, Ac., was small as compared with last year, but the exhibits were very good of their kind. Miss Gertrude Wareing, for exhibition only, displayed some very pretty point lace, and Mrs Philip Wareing a very elaborately-worked cushion of crazy and crewel work. Mrs Findlay, sen., showed a quilt that contained some 2000 pieces. It was of “box pattern” and. a really beautiful, as well as useful, piece of work. Mrs Kempthorne’s exhibits were also very interesting. Amongst others she showed some hand-painted toilet “ tidies,” and also a specimen of applique screen work on which floral devices were designed in postage stamps of various colors. Some imitation strawberries were also very beautiful. The work done by the school children in this class was uniformly good; the drawings, Ac., all displayed talent and the results of good tuition. One drawing, a copy of Landseer’s “ Dignity and Impudence,” by Master Warwick Goldstone, a lad of about twelve years, is deserving of the highest praise. It was not only the faithful reproduction of a splendid picture, but showed much innate - talent. The sewing exhibits of the children were also of a high order. Mr W. McLeod showed some capital bacon, and the display of cakes, bread, Ac., was also good. Miss Douoghue’s exhibit of bread, although of exceeding merit and selected for first. l prize,had to take second place on the ground that she must be ranked as “ professional.” The attendance during the afternoon was fair, but in the evening the place was crowded, over 800 people being present. The takings at the door amounted to £27 3s Under the circumstances it was almost impossible for the late comers to attain an adequate idea of the merits of the show, but there was a general spirit of sociality manifested that made the gathering a eery pleasant one. A feature of the evening was the playing of a newtyirganised band, composed of Mr J. F. McCarthy (first violin), Master Arthur Dale (second violin), Mr Jas. Harrison 'cornet), Mr B. Whitehead (euphonium), ind Miss Quinn (piano). Their selections, infortunately, were limited, suitable music

not being procurable, but they rendered in remarkably pleasing style, “ The Caliph of Bagdad,” “ The Bohemian Girl,” and “ The Chevalier de Breton.” The violin solos of Mr McCarthy were instances of finished execution, and the subject of most favorable comment. Miss Quinn again proved herself a very efficient accompanist. Master Arthur Dale, as a stranger to Temuka audiences, requires a certain introduction. He received his first lesson from Mr McCarthy, and is now a 1 pupil of Mr Riordan, of Lyttelton, j Being on a visit to Mr McCarthy he very kindly consented to take the place in the band usually occupied by Master Cecil i Brown, who was unavoidably absent. The ' officials one and all worked well. The ( president, Mr Philip Wareing, was most 1 assiduous in attending to general matters, 1 and Messrs Dann (Treasurer), and H. M. i Miles (secretary), are deserving of the e highest praise for their exertions. Their 1: labors were of no mean order. Messrs e H'ollwell, Rutland, G. Smith, R, 3

Metson, J. B. Epps, and F. Saunders, were conspicuous during the day, and Messrs Gotten, Herbert and G. Smith (Brown’s) also lent such assistance Jf as they were able. Mr Leo. Tombs had a refreshment stall which., waa-very liberally patronised and proved a great boon to visitors from a distance. It has been said that the show was chiefly of a local character, but there was one exception which is deserving of special notice. This is the stand of flowers exhibited by Mr West of Dunedin. ’ Mr West is not quite a stranger to Temuka, as he has through <4 his representative, Mr H. Clinch, frequently exhibited pretty cases of seasonable flowers, but upon this occasion hia show of geraniums, pelargoniums, etc., was a remarkably good one. It was under the charge of his son, and it augurs well for the next exhibition that nearly every exhibit was sold before the close of the evening. His fuchsias comprised five distinct varieties, and ho had am equal number of sorts of geraniums. The pelargoniums were very choice, and were of six different kinds. Mrs Henry exhibited a collection of very choice window plants, comprising geraniums, fuchsias, pelargoniums etc,, which attracted a great deal of attention. She also showed a splendid collection of cut flowers. Mr H. T Clinch had a pretty stand of single petunias for exhibition only. Mr James Eye showed verbenas, and Mr Outten hydrangea. Messrs Goodey, Fawdray, Ah Sue, Harrison, J. B, | Wareing and Mirfield and George Hobbs, all had extra exhibits of vegetables of good Mr J. Wareing’s exhibit of ox cabbage r attracted no little notice, as did a‘--_ collection of vegetables shown by Mr Rutland. The latter contained, more varieties that wei’e admissible according to schedule, and were debarred from receiving an award.

At the close of their labours the judges were entertained at lunch at the Star Hotel, when Mr P. Wa reing occupied the chair. Mr A. E. G. Rhodes was a guest of the committee. Alter lunch, several toasts were honored and an adjournment was then made to the Hall, where a number of people had already assembled. Mr. P. Wareing the President, in a brief speech invited Mr Rhodes to open the show, and in doing so reminded them "that he (Mr Rhodes), had always displayed 1 a great interest in the proceedings of the society and in fact in local matters generally. Mr Rhodes, who was warmly recei ved, expressed the pleasure he felt at beiiag present to open their show that day, and regretted that he had been unable to avail himself of their previous kind invitations. When they had had an opportunity of inspecting the choice and interesting show of vegetables, fruit, and flowers there assembled, they would agree with him that the- show was highly creditable to the district. Such exhibitions he considered were a source of much good. They brought experts in floriculture and horticulture together, who were able to compare hotes”ahd widen their experience and they also enabled amateurs to obtain much information as to the best methods of culture and the results attainable. They also encouraged a love of flowers among the community., a taste that added greatly to the charms of home. Personally he was very fond of flowers. And grew and exhibited them. He was unfortunately, however, unable to enjoy their beauties for a certain j ortion of the year owing to a tendency to contract hay He had always felt that there was nothing that had so humanising an influence upon the home as a fondness, for flowers, and so forth. With its mild climate, fertile soil, and reasonable rainfall, few countries were able to compete with Hew Zealand in variety of , both fruits and flowers, and he could assure - them that of many places he had visited, few could boa.st of prettier cottage gardens than those around Temuka. Under the influence of their society he felt..even these would improve. After seeing the magnificent display of vegetables present in that hall he felt that he could not appropriately offer any remarks upon their culture, but he would like to draw their attention to the subject of the export of fruit. He was firmly convinced that apples could be successfully exported to England, and he would advise those who had orchards, to have a fair share of good keeping varieties. In association with

other gentlemen, he had exported r soiso?'' 1,500 cases. Their venture, owing to a high rate of purchase, the breaking down of the machinery of the Arawa, and excessive freight, had resulted in a loss, but he still thought that there was ti large field for export and hoped to see every facility given for the enlargement, of this business. He had further to complimen them upon the display of useful articles in the other hall, and in conclusion assured them, that it always afforded him the greatest pleasure to be j present upon occasions like the present, or to take part iu any functions that was connected with the progress of the district. He had pleas me In declaring tiie show open for ihe remainder of the day. Before proceeding with the schedule of awards, we have to tender hearty thanks to Mr H. M. Miles, the secretary, and Messrs E. C. Dann, Rutland and Holwoll, as well as to the president, Mr P. Wareiitig, for assistance rendered iu compiling our report. The following are the awards : CiiASiS A. — Gakuexers. (Open to all.) Judges—Messrs Lewis and Cross,

(Timaru.) Pot Plants —Group of plants for effect (Mr John Grant’s price valley 10s Gd), 1 entry ; G. Smith 1. Fuchsiasjf varieties, 2 entries :G. Smith 1. Pelargoniums, show, one entry ; H. T. Clinch 1. Pelargoniums, fancy, one entry : H. T. Clinch 1. Pelargoniums, regal, one entry ; H. T. Clinch, (Geranium) pelargoniums, zonal, single, 3 entry ; G.' Smith I. (Geranium) pelargoniums,zonal,double, entry : G. Smith 1. (Geranium) pelargoniums, each bicolour and tricolor, X entry: H. T. Clinch 1. (Geranium) pelargonium, ivy leaved, 1 entry : G. Smith 1. Specimen plant (stove or green house), 3 entries : H. T. Clinch 1. Plants, varieties, no award. Begonias, 1 entry : H. T. Clinch 1. Cut Flowers. —Roses, (Mr Geo. Smith’s prizes), 1 entry ; G. Smith 1, Stocks, varieties, 1 spike of each, 4 entries ; H. T, Clinch X. Ver-j benas, 3 trusses of each, varieties, 1 tmtwJp H. T. Clinch 1. Pansies, show and varieties, (Mr E, C. Dann’s prizes), 1 entry : H. T. Clinch 1. Collection of hardy flowers, 12distinct species, 1 variety / each, 2 entries : G. Smith 1. Pentstemons, 3 spikes of each, varieties, 2 entries ; F*

Saundfers 1, H. T. Clinch highly commended. Petunias, double, varieties, 1 entry : H. T. Clinch 1. Petunias, single, varieties,'l entry: H. T. Clinch 1. Collection of Carnations and Picotees, 1 bloom of each variety, 1 entry : H. T. Clinch 1. Fkuit Judges Messrs Langdon and Sealey.—Cherries, black, 1 variety, 1 entry : Mrs Gaze 1. Gooseberries, 3 varieties, 12 of each, 2 entries : H. Whittaker 1, G. Smith (Brown’s) 2. Gooseberries, 6 varieties, 6 of each, 2 entries i H. Whittaker 1, G. Smith 2. Dish of black currants, in bunches, 4 entries ; P. Wareing 1. Dish of red currants, in bunches, 1 entry : G. Smith (Brown’s) 1. Dish of white currants, in bunches, 3 entries ; G. Smith 1. Raspberries G entries; 11.I 1 . Saunders 1, P. Wareing 2, G. Smith (Main road) highly commended. Apples, dessert, 4 entries: G Smith (Main road) 1, Alex. Martin 2. Apples, culinary, 2 entries: G. Smith 1, W. Fawdray 2. Apricots, 1 entry : G. Smith 1. Last year’s apples, grown in district, 1 entry: G. Smith 1. Strawberries, 1 entry : G. Smith 1. Vegetables Cabbages, table, 1 variety, 5 entries: Ah Sue 1, P. Warcing 2. Cabbages, red, 1 variety, 1 entry : J. B. Wareing .1. Cauliflowers, 1 variety, 3 entries: P. Wareing 1, J. B. Wareing 2. Carrots, intermediate, 1 entry: J. B. Wareing 1. Carrots, shorthorn, 5 entries: Ah Sue 1, Alex. Martin 2. Turnips, table, 5 entries : G. Hobbs 1, Ah Sue 2. Onions, spring, 6 entries : W. Fawdray I. J. B. Wareing 2, E. King highly commended.. Onions, autumn, 2 entries: Ah Sue 1, W. Storey 2. Potatoes, kidney, 1 variety, 4 entries ; Ah Sue 1, W. Storey 2. Potatoes, round, 1 variety (first prize presented by Messrs Aspinall & Co„ 501 b flour), 5 entries : E. King 1, J. B. Epps 2. Heaviest Potatoes, 1 variety, 2 entries : A. Martin 1. Peas, 1 variety (first prize presented by Mr E. Herbert), 5 entries : J. B. Wareing 1, Ah Sue 2. Broad beans, long pod, 3 entries : Ah Sue 1, F. Saunders 2. Broad beans, Windsor, 4 entries : F. Saunders I, J. King 2. French beaus, 1 variety, 3 entries: Ah Sue 1, F. Saunders 2. Rhubarb, table, 1 variety, 4 entries: J. B. Wareing I,P. Wareing 2. Rhubarb, heaviest, 2 entries: P. Wareing 1. Collection of vegetables, not more than 9 varieties (Mr Rhodes’s prizes), 3 entries : \V. Fawdray 1, F. Saunders 2. Vegetable Marrows, table, 1 entry : Ah Sue 1, Beet, red, 4 entries; W. Story 1, E. King h.c. Eschalots, 2 entries: J. King 1. Tomatoes, 1 variety, 1 entry: G. Smith (Browns) 1,

Glass B. —Amateurs. Pot Plants Fuchsias, varieties ; H. T. Clinch 1, E. Cutten 2. Fuchsia (Messrs Whitehead & Sou’s prize) : Mrs Gaze 1. Pelargoniums, show', varieties (Mrs D. Henry’s prizes) : H. T. Clinch 1. Pelargoniums, regal, varieties: H. T. Clinch 1. Pelargoniums, fancy, varieties :H. T. Clinch 1. (Geranium) Pelargoniums, zonal, double, -varieties (first prize presented by Mr T. Rooney): H. T. Clinch 1. (Geranium) Pelargoniums, zonal, single, varieties (first prize presented by Mr C. Vernall) : H. T. Clinch 1. (Geranium) Pelar-

goniums, variegated, varieties : H. T. Clinch 1. (Geranium) Pelargoniums, ■ivyvleaved, varieties: H. T. Clinch 1. Petunias, single arid double, varieties : H. T. Clinch 1. Specimen foliage plant, greenhouse, 4 entries : E. Cutten 1. Plants, varieties, distinct genera, 2 entiles : E. Cutten 1. Ferns or lycopods, varieties, 1 entry : J. Brown, Balaams, varieties: J. Hollweli 1. Begonias, tuberous and foliage (Mr A. W. Gaze’s prize), 3 entries: J. Brown 1, H. JT. Clinch, highly commended. Pot plant, grown in cottage windows (Mr Jas. Wright’s prize), 2 entries : John Norton,

1. Cut Flowers —Rosea, varieties (first prize presented by Mr A. Perry, second by Messrs Howden & Moncrieff, value 10s), 1 entry : H. T. Clinch 1. Roses, varieties, first prize presented by Mr H. M. West), 2 entries; J. W. Pye 1. Roses, tea or noisette (first prize presented by Messrs Aspinall A Co., 501 b flour), 3 entries : J. W. Pye 1. Stocks, 6 varieties, 1 spike of each, 5 entries :

0 varieties, 3 trusses of each, 3 entries: H. T. Clinch 1, J. W, Pye, highly commended. Collection of verbenas, 1 entry: H. T. Clinch 1. 6 Pelargoniums, 3 each, , show and regal, 3 trusses of each variety : HtT Clinch 1. Pansies, show, varieties, 3 entries : : J. W. Pye 1, H. T. Clinch, highly commended. Pansies, fancy, varieties (Mr E. C. Dann’s prizes): J. W.iPye 1, H. T. Clinch 2. Collection of pansies (Mr Rhodes’s prizes) : H. T. ( Clinch 1, J. Harrison 2. Hardy cut flowers, . "distinct species (first prize presented) by Mr E - Cutten), 3 . entries: Miss Mendelson 1, Mrs Fletcher 2. (■Jut flowers, greenhouse, at least 4 distinct species (Mr.Rhodes’s prizes), 2 entries : J H. T; Clinch 1, E. Cutten 2. Antirrhinums,‘3 spikes each, varieties, 2 entries : H, T. Clinch, 1. 0 Pentstemons. 3 spikes of each, varieties (first prize presented by, Mr G. Smith, Main Road) : 2 entries;. H. T. Clinch 1. Dahlias, double, varieties (prizes, seeds valued at 7s.fid and 3s presented by Messrs Nimwio and Blair) : B. Whitehead 1. 2 Phlox Drummondii, 3 trusses each, varieties (Mr Rhodes’s prizes), 3 entries : H. T. Clinch 1, Mrs Gaze h e. Petunias, single, varieties, 2 entries.: H. T. Clinch 1. Petunias, double, varieties (first prize presented by Messrs E. Whitehead and Son), 2 entries : H. T. Clinch 1, Mrs Fletcher 2. .Collection of Carnations and Picoteees, 1 bloom each, varieties (Mr P. Wareing’s prizes) ; H. T. Clinch 1, J. W. Pye 2. 3 Zinnias, 3 of each, single and double,varieties : H. T. Clinch 1. Largest collection Cut Flowers, annuals or perennials (not flowers from tuberous or bulbous plants), 1,2, 3, or more stems together (Mr Thos. Smith’s prizes) 4 entries: E. Cutten 1, J. Harrison 2. Fruit— Cherries, black, 2 entries : Mrs Gaze 1. Cherries, white or red, 2 entries : W. Holwell 1, G. Hobbs 2, Gooseberries 2 varieties (Mr P. Wareing’s prizes), 9 entries : H. Whittaker 1, J. W. Pye 2. Gooseberries, fi varieties, 8 entries ; H. Whittaker 1, J. B. Epps 2. Dish of Currants, black, 4 entries : H. Whittaker I, P, Wareing 2. Dish of Currrants, white, 0 entries ; J, Hooper 1, G. Snjitfl (at Mr E. Brown’s) 2. Dish of Currants, red, 7 entries : H. Whittaker I, J. Hooper 2. Raspberries (first prize presented by Mr Jas, Harrison), 12 entries; G. Hobbs 1, P. -Wareing 2. Dessert apples, fit for table, 12 entries ; F. Morris 1, J. W. Pye 2. Culinary apples, 7 entries ; J. W. Pye 1, J. Hooper 2 a J. Norton h e. Apricots (Mr J. Tal-

bot’s prizes) : J. Bryan 1. 9 last year s apples, grown in district (Mr B. Lewis s prizes), 2 entries: G. Smith 1, Mrs McCallum 2. Strawberries (MrOutten’s prizes) : H. Goodey 1, Mrs McCallum 2. Vegetables —Cucumbers, 1 variety (Mr T. Langdon’s prize), 1 entry: W. G. Rutland 1. Cabbages, red, 1 variety (first prize presented by Messrs Aspinall & Co., 501 b flour), 12 entries: J. B. Wareing 1, J. W. Pye 2, J. Hooper h.c. Cauliflowers, 1 variety, 2 entries: J. Bryan 1, J. B, Wareing 2. Carrots, shorthorn (first prize presented by Mr W. Walker), 9 entries: J. Hooper 1,

E. King 2, J. W. Pye h.c. Carrots, intermediate, 5 entries: J. Hooper 1, J, W. Pye 2. Turnips, table, 1 variety, 8 entries : J. W. Pye 1, G. Hobbs 2, E. King h.c. Onions, spring, 1 variety (first prize presented bv Mr H. T. Clinch), 1/ entries ; E. Pilbrow 1, W. Fawdray 2, F. Morris h.c. Onions, autumn, 1 variety (first prize presented by Mr E. Herbert), 4 entries: J. Bryan 1, J. W. Pye 2. Lettuce,! variety, 1 entry : J. W. Pye 1. Potatoes, kidney, 1 variety (first prize

presented by Mr J. B. Wareing, fat lamb), 6 entries: J. Hooper 1, J. L. Wareing 2. Potatoes, round, 1 variety (first prize presented by Mr John Hoiwell, fat lamb), 9 entries : J. B. Epps 1, G. Levens 2. Heaviest potatoes, 1 variety (first prize presented by Mr D. Taylor), 6 entries : A. Martin 1, G. Hobbs 2. Peas, 1 variety (first prize presented by Mr E. Herbert), 9 entries : J. B. Wareing 1, J. W. Pye 2, E. King

h.c. Broad beans, long pod (first prize presented by Mr G, Smith, Main road) 7 entries : J. Bryan 1, J. W. Pye 2. Pods broad beans, Windsor (first prize presented by Mr G. Smith, Main road), 5 entries: E. Pilbrow 1, J. B. W areill g‘A Pods French beans, 1 variety (first prize presented by Mr G. Smith, Main road), 10 entries : G. Levens 1, Mrs Preddy 2. Pods butter beans, dwarf (Mr E. C. Dann’s prize). 7 entries : E. Cutten 1, W. Fawdray 2, E. Whitehead highly commended. Stalks rhubarb, best for table, 5 entries : J. B. Wareing 1, J. Norton 2. Stalks rhubarb, heaviest, 2 entries : G. Hobbs 1, J. B. Wareing 2. Collection of vegetables, G varieties (Mr J. Talbot’s prizes), 7 entries: J. W. Pye 1, J. Harrison 2, E. King highly commended.

Eschalots (first prize presented by Mr Herbert), 10 entries: T. King 1, W. Hoi well 2. Vegetable Marrows, best for table, 2 entries : W. G. Rutland 1, G. Levens 2. Vegetable marrow, heaviest: W. G. Rutland 1, G. Levens 2. Beet, red, 6 entries ; T. King 1, J. W. Pye 2. Tomatoes, 1 variety, 1 entry ; G. Smith (Brown’s) 1. Class C, (Open to all.)

Haud bouquet, not over h inches in diameter, on own stems, (presented by Mr H. M. Miles), 6 entries: Mrs P. Wareing 1, F. Saunders 2. Buttoii-holes for gentlemen (Mr T. Buxtou’s prize), 3 entries: Miss E. Brown 1, Miss Mendel - son 2. Dress Sprays for Ladies (Mr. R. Pinckney’s prize) 4 entries : Miss Meudelson 1. Epergne of flowers, 1 entry : Mrs P. Wareing 1. Bridal Bouquet (Mr Rhodes’s prizes) 2 entries : Miss Meudelson 1, Miss E. Brown 2. Table Decoration (Mr E. Cutten’s prizes) 1 : entry : Mrs P. Wareing 1. Best design of word “ Try,” in wild flowers (Mr J. Sim’s prize, Silver Name Brooch) J on try : Mrs P. Wareing 1. Class D.—(Amateurs only.) Judges Mesdames F. Barker and D. L. Inwood. Ladies’ Fancy Work and Miscellaneous —Mantle drape, in any work except macrame (Mr W. Thompson’s prize, umbrella), 1 entry : Miss E. Earl 1. Bracket, in any work except macrame (Mr J. W. Miles’s prize), 3 entries : Miss G. Wareing 1, Miss A. Wareing highly commended. Hand-made quilt, cotton, knitted or crochet (Air J. Brown’s prize), 2 entries : Mrs J. R. Bruce 1, Miss Aus-

tin highly commended. Pair hand-knitted woollen socks or stockings, ribbed (Mrs Coira’s prizes), 4 entries : Miss Austin 1, Miss Hornbrook 2, Miss Quinn highly commended. Crochet work, any pattern, 4 entries: Miss Ellen Cooper 1, Mrs J. Whitehead 2, Mrs Comer highly commended. Cushion, in any work except poonah-painted (MrD.McCaskill’s prize), 2 entries : Miss Annie Archer 1. Crazy work (Mr J. Beri’s prize), 1 entry: Mrs O. Kempthome 1. Poonah painting, 2 entries; Miss M. Quinn 1. *Painting water color, 4 entries ; Miss Anne Fitzgerald 1. * Drawing, pencil (Mr J. Angland’s prize), 3 entries : Miss A. Grant 1, Master R. Goldstone highly commended, crayon, 3 entries: Master Warwick Goldstone 1 and highly commended. *Map of New Zealand not less than 24in. by ICin.; boundaries of Provincial Districts to be shown in colors (Mr Bryars’ prizes,) 3 entries : Master P.

Rutland 1, Miss Annie Friel highly commended. (*For children attending school, or who have attended School at any time during the two years immediately proceeding the date of the Show.) • Leather Work, 1 entry : Miss M. Quinn 1. Berlin Wool Work. 3 entries; Miss Demuth 1, Mrs 0. Kempthome ii.e. Bead Work (Mr J. M. Twomey’s prize)

5 entries : Mrs J. R. Bruce 1, Miss E, Brosuahan h.e. Artificial Flowers, paper (Mr J. M. Twomey’s prize) 1 entry: Miss E. Brosuahan 1. Plain Sewing, for children under 16 (Mr Jos Woodhead’s prize) 5 entries: Miss Ellen Cooper 1, Miss F. Bryan 2, Miss G. Greaves h.c. Plain Sewing, for children under 12, 5 entries : Miss Emma Cooper 1, Miss Mary Story h.c. Cross-stich, 3 entries : Mrs H. M. Miles 1, Mrs Bruce h.c. Darning, for girls under 15, work to be done, on sock or socking, in Drill Shed between 9 and ' 11 on the morning of the show (Mr G. Davey’s prize), 2 entries; Miss F. Bryan 1. Home-made Loaf, nqt less than 21b weight (Mr Holwoll’s prize) 8 entries:

Mrs J. WGodhead 1, Miss Donoglme 2, Miss Mary Ackroyd h.c. 6 scones, (Messrs Aspinall and Co’s prize IB) entries: Mrs J. R. Bruce 1, Mrs McCallum 2,

Mrs Comer and Mrs E. Chapman h.c. Currant Cake, not less than 21b weight, G entries : Mrs E. Chapman 1. Mrs J. Woodhead 2, Miss Donoglme h.c. Sponge Cake, not less than ilb weight (Mr J. Blytlj’s prices), 10 entries Mrs E. Chapman 1, Miss E. Brown 2. Collection of small cakes, 3 varieties, 4 each (Mr J. 1 Bruce’s prize), G entries : Miss Donoghuo 1, Mrs E. Chapman 2, Mrs 0. Story h.c. Mr James Patrick acted as judge of broad, Ac.

Cottage Gakoex. — -For this there was only one entry Mr John Hooper's, who avhs awarded first prize.