MASTERTON A. & P. ASSOCIATION.

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 973, 17 February 1910, Page 5

MASTERTON A. & P. ASSOCIATION.

For the People's Day of the Masterton A. and P. Association's Show the elements were disposed to be "tricky," but fortunately, as it turned out, there was really no cause for alarm. The clouds which hung about all day really served to temper what would otherwise have been a very hot day, and after the long spell of trying weather, a day under these conditions was appreciated by everyone. The two Rummer showers which fell for a few brief moments merely gave added interest to the proceedins—there was a rush, particularly amongst the fair sex, for shelter, but it was a false alarm, as the rain erased almost immediately. Certainly the atti ndance was not affected by the changeable weather conditions, and it is estimated that at one time during the afternoon there were between 7,000 and 8,000 people on the grounds. Apart from the exhibition itself the public were particularly well catered for in the matter of amusements. The number of side shows on the ground year was considered to be something of a record.but it was easily eelip?ed by the total yesterday. No doubt the splendid patronage accorded the proprietors of these entertainments is responsible for the increased numbers. Certainly their presence gives the show additional life and brightness, and the Association is wise in extending them every encouragement. The various showmen at the tents vied with each other in directing and arousing public interest to the mysteries within, and judging by the crowds around them they appeared to be doing excellent business. The buck-jumping exhibition was also a special feature, and throughout the day the tent was crowded to the doors. There was also an army of itinerant auctioneers : and salesmen, who all assisted to enliven the proceedings.

INDUSTRIAL EXHIBITS. As on the previous day the terrace devoted to the show of 'vehicular and implement displays attracted a great deal of attention, and it was generally considered that the exhibition in this connection was better than the previous year. A variety of new inventions in agricultural and general farming machinery were on view and from enquiries made excellent business was transacted. When the Association removes to Solway they will be able to cater for this section in a way they have not been able to do in the past, as the accommodation for an extensive display of exhibits at the Dixon Street grounds is certainly limited. Farmers were also interested in the work of the shearing machines, and the various stands were surrounded by a crowd of spectators during most of the day. Too much cannot be said of the

excellent arrangements for the catering. All the various details of this important department were carried in a manner that must have been very gratifying to the Association. The luncheon and afternoon tea were beyond praise, and Mr J. Shout, the manager, is deserving of the greatest credit for the manner in which he attended to the wants of patrons. The small army of waitresses were kept exceptionally busy, and even at the most trying period of the day when the rooms were packed, the system was such that there was practically no delay in the matter of attention. The parade of live stock, which is always looked forward to with the keenest interest by practically every one on the ground, was a special feature, and the various prize winners were loudly cheered as they passed in front of the multitude of spectators in front and about the grandstand. The enthusiasm displayed by the members, officials and committees generally is no doubt responsible for the geat success of the show. The popular President Mr G. C. Sum* merell), kept a superintending eye, and capably acted as the Association's hospitable host to the visiting judges, farmers and pressmen. Too much praise cannot be said for the secretary, Mr G. R. Sykes. The wonderful progress the Association has made every year is in a measure due to the efforts of this energetic official. In the midst of the thousand and one worries which fall,particularly to the lot of a show secretary, Mr Sykes is ever courteous and obliging in the extreme, a fact which is appreciated particularly by pressmen. Mr J. B. Emmett, the assistant, did all in his power to see that everything was carried out in an efficient manner, and while fulfilling an exacting position, proved a most obliging official. During the day the Masterton Municipal Band played a number of selections, which helped considerably to enliven the proceedings.

COMPETITIONS. The competitions were again one of the roost enjoyable and interesting features of the show, and keen interest was evinced in every event, the performances of the various winners being loudly cheered. There were good entries in all the leaping events. Nearly double the entries

PEOPLES- DAY.

A DISTINCT SUCCESS.

j were received fur the Hunters' Competition fcr lady riders as compared with the previous year, which proved an exciting event, Miss Ada Nixon, of Waneanui, succeeding in riding Mr R. Morrison's "Rata" to victory, and Mr C. Gordon's "Aberdeen" into second place. The driving competitions were also interesting. The champion Jumping Competition saw some thirty-seven horses in the field, and the spectators were treated to probably the finest exhibition of jumping ever seen un the ground "Pickpocket" owned by Mr J H. McNiven, won the champion event, and Mr W. D. Watson's "Yeast," the Consolation Jumping, each after sterling performance?. The Walking Competition was won by Mr H. P. Taylor's "Nancy," there being eleven entries.

IN THE PRODUCE HALL. In a prominent position in the centre of the Hall there wasja choice profusion of fl ,wers, wnilst a pleasingl array of fruit, vegetables, preserves, decorated the side tables. The dairy exhibits also occupied a prominent position. In the horticul- [ tural there were 3/ classes, but in several of them there was no competition. The collections of potatoas were very good, there being fair competitors. The collection of vegetables were a credit to the district as to quality, but although good prizes were offered there were only three competitors. In fruit there was a grand show of apples and farm competitions. Mr M. Caselberg was the only exhibitor of a collection of fruit, and with such a favourable district as Masterton undoubtedly is there should have been at least half a dozen entries. In flowers, sweet peas made a good show, local growers competing freely for the prizes. Asters being in season just now, made a \ good show, but dahlias were disappointing as to the number of exhibits. There were some good bouquets and floral decorations for table. *The school children's classes attracted a good deal of attention, although the competition was not so keen as one would have thought.

A very gratifying feature of the dairy produce was the keen competition in every clasn. Unfortunately the judge, who is a Government grader, could not, owing to Departmental instructions, impart any information as to the general quality of the exhibits. In the butter exhibits the Ballance factory come first, and the Mauriceville factory second in the export class. There were twelve entries in the class for local consumption, the Ballance factory again securing tfte honour. The factory cheese class attracted ten entries, Greytown being first and second, and Taratahi third. In the farmers' class the entries were mor"2 than double those of the previous year, Mrs C. A. Wall coming first, and Mrs L. J. Matthews second.

Coming to the section for bread, scones and cakes, one finds the classes all well filled. The bread in tins attracted no less than sixteen entries, the honour of first place falling to Mrs J Haynes. Miss V. Dixon won the cottage loaf competition, and Miss McGregor was successful in the brown loaf class. There were fourteen entries in the scone competition, and Mrs Jas. Pryor was thoroughly entitled to her win, Mrs H. Anstice securing second place. Mrs Jas. Pryor also vanquished seven other competitors in the fruit cake class, and Mrs W. H. Shute, senior, nine others in the seed cake classes.

The competition was not strong in the poultry classes, and the section devoted to preserves one would have thought would have enticed a larger number of entries, although every class was repreeented. The knitting clases fared better than last year, and were an interesting exhibit. The agricultural produce was of a splendid character, and many were the complimentary remarks on their general excellence. Messrs Dagg Bros., Upper Plain, were the principal exhibitors, and in addition they won a special prize, securing 68 points, with Mr F. W. Blatchford second with 31 points. Mr Philip Wilton secured no less than three first prizes in the potato classes. The open classes were fought out between Messrs J. D. Cruickshank and Co. and Dagg Bros. The Association's gold medal for most points was won by Messrs Cruickshank and Co., who secured 39 points, Messrs Dagg Bros, being second with 29 points.

PATHOLOGICAL SPECIMENS. A weird looking collection of jars ar.d bones in the Produce Hall attracted the attention of a representative of this journal. Upon investigation it turned out to be a collection of pathological specimens, exhibited what used to be the Veterinary Department, but which is now the Live Stock and Meat Division. The specimens were collected at the Wallaceville Laboratory, and embrace very uncommon exhibits, all of which are of interest* not only to professional men but to ftuck owners. Mr C. J. Reakes, Chief Veterinarian, who was present

I at the Masterton Show, yesterday, ) very courteously pointed out a number of the more interesting of the specimens. Mr Reakes waxed eloquent on the virtues of some of the "choicer" specimens. "This," stated he, as he caressingly handled a pot containing a piece of bullock's skin, "is a sample of the Queensland lick, and a thing that we do not want in New Zealand, and in fact the Government will take particularly fine care that we do not got it." Next was shown a piece of a cow's lung affected with tuberculosis, "which," remarked the veterinarian, "we have unfortunately got far too much of," A sample of swine fever in a pig's intestine was a striking illustration of the disease which was successfully eradicated some five years ago. "This is a pig's kidney affected with sarcoma, a growth just as deadly as cancer." It did I not look very inviting, so the rej porter turned to a jar in which resided a villainous looking object j which he was informed was a "'hydatid cist right in the centre of a bullock's heart, and really not uncommon." With a tinge of pity for the unfortunate bullock, the visitor had his attention directed to a few diseases in poultry, notably, tuberculosis, which is fairly prevalent. A sample of the bot which affects sheep, and is found in the nostrils and cavities of the head, as distinct from the bot which is found in the stomachs of horses was also interesting. "This is a double kidney found in a sheep," said Mr Re,kes, as he held up the specimen with evident pride. "It was four din a perfectly healthy sheep at one of the freezing works." A cancerous growth in a trout was next shown, as well as a hard roll of hair, similar in shape and siz<? to a cricket ball, and which was found in the stomach of a cattle beast.

HORSES. The judging of the horses commenced on the first day was completed in good time yesterday. The judge, Mr J. W, Charters, of Taieri, in awarding the champion stallion ticket in the draught section to Mr J. W, Harding's Baron Graceful, stated that the horse was fit to win in almost any' of great character, well put together, and .showed breeding in every point. The champion stallion, (travelling Masterton and Wairarapa Electorates) was shown hy Mr R. Falloon in Brilliant Boy. This animal, which came third in the open competition the previous day, is also a fine horse, showing splendid substance and constitution. The champion draught mare was also shown by Mr J. W. Hard£ ing. The judge stated that she had a good foal at foot, and was altogether a typical Clydesdale mare. Mr T. Lupton had the honour of showing the.champion draught gelding "Ben," a very useful four year old. The judicial comments on the quality of the draughts right through was most satisfactory. The harness horses were a really good lot right through, in good condition, and show form. With the exception of one or two classes there was keen competition. In the best turn-out class there were eleven entries, resulting in Mr W. D. Watson's "Gentleman Jack" being given premier position, and Mrs W. H. Denby's "Dotty'' second.

The section for saddle horses was productive of immense competition. The strength of the classes may be gathered from the fact that there were no IeBS than 28 entries in the class for eleven stone hacks, the winner being Mrs H. M. Campbells, "Whaiopo." There were also no less than thirty-one entries in the two classes for ladies' hacks, while the lady's and gentleman's hack, (to be ridden together and judged as a pair), also brought forth keen competiton.

The twenty guinea silver Challenge Cup presented by Mr W. E, Bidwill for the best hack in the show, was won by Mr J. H. Williams' "Patea," while Mr Burton's silver cup, for the best hack under five years of age in certain classes, was won by Messrs McKenzie Bros.' "Lady Loch."

DOGS. The entries were more than satisfactory in the classes for dogs, there being 61 entries this year, as against 53 for the previous year. The class for the best looking rough coated sheep dogs drew eleven entries, Mr W. D. Fisher's "Meg" being first, and Mr Jas. Douglas' "Don" taking: second place. The other classes for sheep dogs were also well competed for, as were the terrier classes and greyhounds. |but the setters and collies were neglceted.

PRIZE LIST. PRODUCE AND INDUSTRIAL. uairy Produce.—Judge: Mr Graham, Government grader : Butter—Butter in boxes,for export, not less than 501b' Bailance Go-operative Dairy Co. (Konini Factory) I, Awahuri Dairy Co. (C. J. Parlane, manager) 2, Mauriceville Dairy Co. 3. Batter in boxes, for local consumptiun, Bailance Co-operative Dairy Co. (Konini Factory) 1, Cheltenham Co-operative Dairy Co. (J. Murray, manager) 2, Awahuri Dairy Co. (C. J. Parlane, manager). Farmers' table butter, not less than 31bs, Mrs C. A. Wall 1, L. J. Matthews 2, Mrs W. H Shute, senr., 3. Cheese, not less than Jcwt., Grey town Cheese, Factory (T. C. Irving, manager) 1 and 2, Taratahi Dairy Factory (W. R. Harkneas, managerX 5 3. ; Bread, Cakes, preserves

and dressed poultry. (— Judges, MeS- , dames Win. Perry and Wm. McKen- ] zie, Mastertoi', and Miss Talbot, Education Board's Teacher of Cook-i er y). —Hoome-made and Home-baked bread, Mra J. Haynes 1 and 3, Miss V. Dixon 2. Home-made and Homebaked bread, cottage or any shape other than tin, Miss V. Dixon 1, Mrs J. Haynes 2, Miss* M. McGregor 3. Home-made and Home-baked brown bread, Miss M. McGregor 1, Mrs J. Haynes 2 Home-made and Homebaked scones, Mrs Jas. Pry or 1, Mrs H. Anstice 2 and 3. Fruit cake, Mrs Jas. Pryor 1. Mra A. W. Russell 2. Seed cake, Mrs W.'H. Shute, senr., I, Miss C. E. Rayner 2, Mrs J. Smith 3. Currant loaf, Mrs J. Haynes 1, Mrs J. GreenbaDk 2. Dressed Poultry.—Dressed fowl, Mrs John McKenzie 1, Mrs H. Madeley 2 Dressed duck, Mrs H. Madeley. 1, Mrs W. H. Shute, senr., 2. Preserves. —Honey, in comb, C. A. Bicknell 1, J. C. Cooper, Greytown, 2. Honey, in transparent jars, J. C. Cooper, Greytown, 1, Groves B-os. 2. Collection of home-made jams, Mrs H. Anstice 1. Bottle each of bottled raspberris, gooseberries and rhubarb, Mrs H. T. Wood 1, Mrs E. Harper 2. Bottle each of bottled pears, apples and plums, Mrs H. T. Wood 1, Mrs E. Harper 2. Bottle each of bottled quinces, apricots and peaches, Mrs H. T. Wood 1, Mra E. Harper 2. Knitting.—Judge, Mrs Alex. Turner, Te Whiti, Masterton.--Pair knitted socks, ribbed, Mra G. MeHattie 1, Mrs J. Haynes 2. Pair knitted socks, plain, Mrs (>. McHattie 1. Mrs J. Struthers z, Miss Kate Weston 3.

Agricultural Produce. (Judge, Mr J. E.' Macassey, Napier. —Bushel oats, white ling. Dagg Bros. 1 and 3, F. W. Blatchford 2. Bushel oats, black, F. W. Blatchford 1 and 2. Bushel oats, grey, to be grown by exbiitor, F. W. Blatchford 1, Dagg Bros. 2 and 3. Bushel oats, Algerian, Dagg Bros. 1. Bushel wheat, spring, F. W. Blatchford 1, Dagg Bros. 2. Bushel peas, Partridge, Dagg Bros. 1 and 2. Bushel peas, Yorkshire Hero, Dagg Bros. 3 and 2. Bushel rye corn, Dagg Bros. 1 and 2. Bushel rye grass, Dagg Bros. 1 and 2. Bushel ccoksfoot, Dagg Bros. 1 and 2. Ten pounds cowgrass, Dagg Bros. 1 and 2. Thirty pounds potatoes, Early Rose, Philip Wilton 1, Mrs J-. Mackay, Warigsehu, 2. Thirty pounds potatoes, Beauty oi Hebron, Philip Wilton 1. Thirty pounds potatoes, Up-to-Date, Philip Wilton 1, J. Kjestrup 2. Thirty pounds potatoes, any other variety, Philip Wilton 1, H. H. Kummer 2, H. A. O'Donnell 3. Bushel oats,- white long, Dagg Bros. 1, J. D. Cruickshank and Co. 2. Bushel oats, white short, J. D. Cruickshank and Co. 1. Bushel oats, black, J. D. CruickshankJand Co, 1. Bushel oats, grey, J. D Cruickshank and Co. 1, Dagg Bros. 2. One bushel barely, Cape, J. D. Cruickshank and Co. 1, Dagg Bros. 2. Bushel wheat, spring, Dagg Bros. 1. Sack rye corn, Dagg Bros. 1, J D. Cruickshank and Co. 2. Sack rye grass, J. D. Cruickshank and Co. 1. Sack cocksfoot, J. D. Cruickshank and Co. 1, Dagg Bros. 2. Collection of farm seeds, Dagg Bros, 1, J. D. Cruickshank and Co. 2.

HORTICULTURAL. Judges —Flowers and fruit, Mr H. Poole, Wellington; vegetables, Mr E. Hale, Masterton. . Collection of 24 potatoes, not more than four varieties, Philip Wilton 1, H. H. Kummer 2. Collection of vegetables, open, eight kinds, M. Case!berg 1, Mrs W. H. Beetham 2. Two cucumbers, frame, one variety, W. Cooper 1, R. W. Cook 2. Iwo cabbages, W. Purcell 2. Six turnips, one variety, W. Purcell 2. Six carrots, one variety, A. B. Wood 1, W. Purcell 2. Two lettuces, one variety, W. Purcell 1, R. W. Cook 2. Twelve tomatoes, smooth, one variety, W. Purcell 1, Mrs Jas. Pryor 2. Twelve tomatoes, any other variety, W. Purcell 1, Mrs Jas. Pryor 2. Twentyfive pods French beans, one variety, M. Caselberg 1, W. Purcell 2. Twenty-five pods runner beans, one variety, M. Caselberg 2 Twenty five pods beans, ona variety, M. Caselberg 2. Six onions, by weight, trimmed, M. Caselberg 1, H Madeley 2. Two mar: s one variety, W. Purcell 1, Mrs Pryor 2. Two pumpkins, one variety, W. Purcell I. Six peaches, one variety, M. Caselberg 1. Six nectarines, one variety, Jas. Candy 1, M. Caselberg 2. Twelve plums, dessert, one variety, M. Caselberg 1, J. C. Alpass 2. Twelve plums, culinary, one variety, T. Dixon 1, J. C. Alpass 2, M. Cnselbcrg he. Six pears, one variety, J. C. Alpass 1, 2 and Twelve apples, dessert, three varieties, tour of each, J. C. Alpass 1, E. Hale 2. Six apples, dessert, J. C. Cooper, Grey town, 1, W. Hale 2. Six a pies culinary, E. Hale 1, Jas. Candy 2, J. C. Alpass vnc. Twelve apples, culinary, three varieties, four of each, J. C. Alpass 1, E. Hale 2. Two bunches of hot-house graves, J. C. Alpass 1. Any other variety fruit, not less than twelve specimens, M. Castlberg 1. Collection of fruits, M. Caselberg 1. Best collection sweet peas, ten distinct varieties, named, three heads of each variety, E. Harper 1, Mrs G. W. Sellar 2. Floral decorations for table, Mrs H. T. Wood 1, Mrs B. Arnot 2, Miss A. Reynolds vhc. Cut flowers, six species, Mrs G. W. Sellar 1, Mrs H. T. Wood 2, Mrs Jas. Pryor vhc. Cut flowers, best arranged basket, Mrs K. T. Wood 1 and vhc, Mrs R. 0. Smith 2. Collection of three buttonhole bouquets, Mrs H. T. Wood 1 and 2. Collection of Asters, three distinct colours, Chapman vhc. Hand bouquet, Mrs K. T. Wood 1 -and- 2, Mrs B. Arnot vhc. Twelve cactus dahlias, distinct varieties, T. Dixon 1, M. R. Varnham 2 and vhc. Four varieties of plants in bloom, named varieties, Mrs G. W. Sellar 2. CHILDREN'S CLASSES. Best garden at other schools, including care of tools, open to competition to all children attending schools in the Masterton Electorate and schools adjacent to the Master-ton-Castlepoint road, Rongokokako School, no points, 1, Kopuaranga School, 84 points, 2, Newman School, 80 points, 3. Potatoes, four varieties, not less than six potatoes of ' each varie.y, Lansdowne School 1 and 2, .Masterton 3. Cabbage, any variety, Kopuaranga School 1. Six carrotv Masterton School 1, Kopuaranga Schob!' 2 Six parsnips, Kopuarang'a School 1. Six turnips, Master ton 1 and 2. Twelve pods scarlet runners. Masterton land 2. Twelve pods French beana, Kopuaranga

School 1, Masterton 2. Two cucumbers, Masterton School 1. Best collection sweet peas, named, three heads of each variety, Masterton School 1. Collection of best 25 heads of oats, wheat nr barley, Kopuaranga School 1. Collection of grasses and clovers, Kupuaranga School 1.

HORSES. Pony mare or gelding under 11 hands ridden by boy or girl, lan Macßae 1. Pony, mare or gelding, 11 hands and under 12 hands, to bd ridden by boy or girl, C. F. Vallar.ce 1, W. Rutherford 2, Mrs R. 0. Smith 3. Pony, mare or gelding, 12 hands and under 13 hands, to be ridden by boy or girl, Miss Bolton 1, Master J. Stone-Wigg 2, Miss M. Pilmer 3. Pony, mare or gelding, 13 hands and under 13.2 hands, to be ridden by boy or girl, Miss Lorraine Kt-bbell I,' Roy Mace 2, Miss Alice Perry 3. Pony, mare or gelding, 13.2 hands and ur.der 14.2 hand*, to be ridden by boy or girl, B. P. Perry 1, Miss Connie Welch 2, W. Dalrymple 3. Best Girl Rider, over 12 years ayp and under 15 years, Miss Connie Welch 1, Miss Madge Pilmer 2, Miss Kathleen Cruickshank 3. Best Girl Rider under twelve years of age, Miss Lorraine Kebbell 1, Miss Jessie M. Parry 2, Miss Aileeu Dennis 3. Best Boy Ridet under 12 years of age, Joseph Catt 1, Jan Mcßae 2, Willie Catt 3.

Horses and Ponies in Harness Pair of buggy horses, mares or geldings, to be shown in buggy, R. Morrison 1, Buick and Watson 2, Mrs A. J. Rutherfurd 3. Pair of buggy horses, maras or geldings, over 13 hands and not more than 14.2 hands, Mrs A J. Rutherfurd 1, E. T. Williams 2, J. K. Strang 3. Pair of buggy horses,' mares or geidings,U3 hands or under, to be shown in buggy, Mrs H, R. Bunny 1, Mrs F. P. Welch 2. Single buggy horse, mare or gelding, to be shown in buggy W. D. Watsonjl, Mrs F. Buick 2, Dr R. M. Gunn 3. Single Harness Pony, mare or gelding, 14.2 handa or under, to be driven, Mrs W. H. Denby 1, E. Ryan 2. R. Davey 3. Gig horse, mare or gelding, in harness, not more than 15.2 hands, R. Buick 1, G. Hood 2. Single harness horse, mare or gelding, to be shown in dog cart, W. D. Watson 1, H. H. Beetham 2, Knight Bros. 3. Pony in harness, 13 hands and undsr 14.2 hands, to be driven by a lady, E. T. Williams 1, G. H. Perry 2, C, V. Smith 3 Pony in harness, under 13 hands, to be driven by a lady, T. D. Chamberlain 1, A. J. Congdon 2. J. Maxwell 3. Best Turn-out, W. D. Watson 1, Mrs W. H. Denby 2, F. D. Pelling 3, E. T. Williams vhc, Mrs F. Buick he.

Saddle Horses.—Best Lady Rider, reform dress, Miss Jessie Campbell 1, Miss Zona Vallance 2, Miss Ada Nixon 3. Cob, mare or gelding, not over]ls hands, L. Pike 1, G. H. Perry 2, R. Buick 3. Mare or gelding, over 15 hands, with best manners and paces, Mrs H. M. Campbell 1, L. G. Bremer 2, F. C. Bunny 3. Hack, mare or gelding, any age, to carry list, Mrs H. M. Campbell 1, McKenzie Bros. 2, F. C. Bunny 3. Hack, mare or gelding, any age, to carry 13st, D. McKenzie 1, J. G. Nelson 2, K. Buick 3. Weightcarrying hack, mare or gelding, any age, to carry 15st, J. H. Williams 1, J. Mcßae 2, W. D. Watson 3. Lady's Hack, mare or gelding, any age, \to be ridden by a lady, Mrs H. M. Campbell 1, L. G. Bremer 2, W. J. C. Maddever 3. Lady's HacK, mare or gelding, any age, to be rid den by a lady, reform dress, Mrs H. M. Campbell 1, L. G. Bremer 2, F. C. Bunny 3. Lady's and Gentleman's Hack, Mrs H. M. Campbell 1, McKenzie Bros. 2, W. A. Tilson 3. Draughts.—Draught mare, with two of her progeny, mare and progeny may be taken from any draught class, J. W. Harding 1, J. Bourke 2. Gelding, any age, in regular work, T. Lupton 1, E. J. Watt 2 and 3. Team of two plough horses, Donald's Estate 1 and 2, J as. Bourke 3. Team of three plough horses, Donald's Estate 1, J. Bourke 2, E. J. Watt 3. Team of four plough horses, Donald's Estate 1, J. Bourke 2. Heavv gelding or mare, for spring cart or express purposes, suitable for drawing one ton, to be shown in harness and driven, Fly and Young 1, G. H. Grantham 3, G. Daysh 2. Pair of brake horses, to be shown in brake, Fly and Young 1. Pair lorry horses, Donald's Estate 1, H. Morrison 2. Tradesman's single horse and delivery cart, Ogilvy and Son 1.

COMPETITIONS Hunters' Competition, lady riders only (for qualified hunters, season 1909. Certificate to be produced), R. Morrison's Rata (Miss Ada Nixon, Wanganui) 1, C Gordon's Aberdeen (Miss Ada Nixon) 2, J. Sweeney's Flamingo 3. Walking Competition, three times round the course, style and pace— H. P. Taylor's ch Nancy, W. C. Buchanan's ch m Bessie 2, C. F. Vallance's b g The Rake 3. ■ Trotting horse, in harness, best style and pace—W. D. Watson's Auctioneer 1. Lad es' Harnessing Competition— Miss Turner 1, Mrs A. J. Rutherfurd 2. Gentlemen's Harnessing Competition —W. Lett 1, R. Walker 2. Champion Jumping Competition— H. J. McNiven's br g Pickpocket (Flannagpn) 1, W. D. Watson's Yeast (Smith) 2, N. M. Paterson's Haere (Mitchell) 3.

Consolation Jumping Competition —W. D. Watson's Yeast (Smith) 1, Norman Moore's ch Laatefos (D. Bennett) 2, R. Morrison's gr Greydawn (Bunny) 3 DOGS. Judge, Mr S. Johnson, Palmerston North. Best looking rough-coated sheep dog, W. D Fisher 1, Jss. Douglas 2, C. S. Hay 3. Best looking rough coated sheep do;?, bitch, J. Billington 1, J. Thomas 2 Best lookiner bearded sheep dog, J. Billington 1, W. W. Abbott 2. Best looking smooth-coated «heep dog, W. E. C. Tylee 1, Harold Bennett 2, Shaw and Son 3, H Douglas vhc. Best looking smooth-coated sheep dog. bitch. S. Willoughby 1 and 3, A lorns 2. Beat looking cattle dog, dog or bitch. D. Bennett 1, R J.. Dagg 2, G. Sievers 3. Spaniel, other than black, J. A. Lissington 1, J. Billington 2. Spaniel, Cocker, over 12 months, dog or bitch, A. Cadwallader 1. Miss Doris Gawith 2, T. Maxwell 3. Fox Terrier, smooth, any variety, over 12 months, dog, P. H. Forster 1, A. Caselberg 2, H. Madeley 3. Fox Terrier, Miss B, E. Stone-Wigg 1, H. Madeley 2. Fox Terrier, puppy, any variety, Miss B. E. Stone-Wigg 1 and 2, Joe Madeley 3. Greyhound, dog, over 12 months, W. Morris 1, E. J. Wing 2. Greyhound, bitch, over 12 months, Stanley V. Brightwell 1, Mrs T. C. Morris 2, J. Billmgton 3. Irish terrier, over 12 months, dog or bitch, G. H. Perry 1, Rev. J. Bowe 2, A. Hausmann 3. Irish Terrier, under 12 months, dog or bitch, A. T. Hausmann 1. Pointer, dog or bitch, W. J. Stephens 1.