CALVES & LAMBS

Wairarapa Times-Age, 20 November 1943, Page 3

CALVES & LAMBS

CHILDREN’S REARING COMPETITIONS RESULTS FROM DISTRICT SCHOOLS. EXCELLENT STANDARDS SET. (“Times-Age” Special.) The following are the results of the calf and lamb rearing competitions held under the auspices of the Wairarapa Boys’ and Girls’ Agricultural Clubs: — Fernridge School. The calves were judged by Mr W. H. Harcombe and the lambs by Mr G. H. Perry. There was a good attendance of parents and other residents interested. After the competitions the children presented a series' of little plays which they appeared to enjoy as much as their audience. There was also an interesting display of art and craft iwork done in school by the children and a competition for the best vase of flowers was won by Nancy Hayhurst, with Noele Broad second. During the afternoon, tea was served to visitors and children. Results: — Calves: Nancy Hayhurst, 1; Peter Laing, 2; Peter Kerins, 3. Lambs: Roger Laing, 1; Donald Laing, 2; Raymond Cundy, 3. Taratahi West School. Twelve calves and 4 lambs were judged by Mr W. H. Hall, of Carterton. Results:— Children’s calf judging competition: Shirley Quinn, 1; Rex Blake, 2; Tom Reidy, 3. This competition created great interest, the children showing a sound knowledge of the fundamental principles involved in selecting a good type of animal. Children, St. II and under, calves (type): Brian Allen, 1; Peter Oakley, 2; Lorna Quinn, 3. Care and handling: Brian Allen, 1; Lorna Quinn, 2; Peter Oakley( 3. Open class (type): Jack Anderson, 1; Brian Allen, 2; lan Daysh, 3; Peggy Daysh, 4. Care and handling: Jack Anderson, 1; Brian Allen, 2; lan Daysh, 3; Peggy Daysh, 4. Fat lambs (short wool): Jack Anderson, 1; Rex Blake, 2; Peggy Daysh, 3. Consolation: Josie Quinn. A well bred pedigree Jersey bull calf presented by the judge to be ballotted for by the competitors, the only condition being that it was to be well cared for and to be the child’s own property, was drawn by Brian Allen. During the afternoon tea, provided by the ladies of the district, Mr H. Daysh welcomed the judge and the visitors, Mr Hall and Mr Brockett responding. Tinui School. Three calves were presented and were judged by Mr S. Schofield, Tinui. Results: — Calves (type): Beverley Beck, 1; Bill Beck, 2; Norma Ritchie, 3. Care and handling: Norma Ritchie, 1; Beverley Beck, 2; Bill Beck, 3. After a demonstration of the points of a dairy cow by Mr L. A. Keats, president of the Association, a cow judging competition for all ' children was held. Three competitors awarded marks approximating 80 per cent of those awarded by an experienced judge, and eight better than 75 per cent. Results: —Bill Beck, 1; Joan Cameron-, 2; Rita Finlay, 3. In addition to the calf competition the children also put on a very good display of horticultural exhibits and arts ancl craft work and cookery. In a neat speech, Allan Perry conveyed the thanks of the children to the visitors, and in particular to all who had helped to make their first gathering of the kind a success. In his reply, Mr Brockett gave the children suggestions and advice with respect to future gatherings, and especially asked that as many as possible should attend the group or championship meeting where they would learn much that would help them. The morning tea provided by the 'ladies of the district was much appreciated by all. Mangapakeha School. Four calves and 4 lambs were judged by Mr C. C. Horsbrugh, of Whareama. Results:—Calves (type): Anne Owen, 1; Joan Douglas, 2. Care and handling: Joan Douglas, 1; Elva McKay, 2. Best lamb: Colleen Collerton, 1; Joan Douglas, 2, After a demonstration by Mr Keats on the points of a dairy calf, .a children’s judging competition was held, (the judgment of the children -closely approximating that of the judge. Results: —Cathie Douglas and Donald McKay, equal, 1; Colleen Collerton and Phyllis Alack, equal, 2. After the competitions the children sang several of their school songs and gave an excellent display of the modern system of physical education. Mr W. H. French and Colleen Collerton thanked the judge and Messrs Keats and Brockett for the interest they had taken in the children’s competitions. During the afternoon a stall of hand craft articles made by the school children raised a good sum for the Junior Red Cross. The thanks of the large assemblage present were accorded to the ladies of the district for the excellent afternoon tea provided.