WAIKATO HORTICULTURAL SO CIETY'S SHOW AT CAMBRIDGE.

Waikato Times, Volume XXXII, Issue 2603, 19 March 1889, Page 2

WAIKATO HORTICULTURAL SO CIETY'S SHOW AT CAMBRIDGE.

Tub fifth annual show of tlio Waikato Horticultural Society was held in the Tublie Hall, Cambridge, on Saturday, the 10th, and continued yesterday, and may be considered a very successful exhibition of the products of tho district, so far as fruit is concerned, but certainly did not do justice to the district in farm produce and cereals. If the farmers could only be got to show the same spirit of emulation as fruit growers, these annual shows would become of much more general interest than in the past. The absenco of exhibits and visitors from tho Te Awamutu side of the district was markedly apparent. The attendance of visitors from the immediate districts was very fair, but the lack of the usual excursion train from Auckland reduced the number of visitors from the lower parts of the district very considerably. Tho arrangements, which were under tho able direction and supervision of Mr Wolls and Mr R. W. Dyer, the show secretary, wero perfect. In addition to the fine accommodation afforded by the spacious Public Hall, two large marquees were erected adjoining, in which wero arranged the farm produce and vegetables. The splendid display of apples was, of course, the great feature in the show, and called forth special comments from the judges, Messrs W. Lippiatt and J. Bullen, for their size and perfectness of shape and colour. Whilst upon this subject we may specially mention the grand assortments which competed for Mr J. Sharp's special prize, for the best collection of apples, which brought together as competitors Mr H. E. Sharp, of Waikomiti, who staged 200 different varieties; Mr John Sharp, IGO varieties, Sir Keeley following with 107 varieties. Next to the apples, Mr G. J. Neal's oxhibit of onions deserves particular attent ion to bo called to it, as evidence of what may be produced on a small plot of land highly cultivated. When reduced to figures tho result borders hii the marvellous. A special prize was offered for the heaviest weight of Webb's lied Globe Tripoli Onion, grown on a pole of land. The verified weight of Mr Neal's exhibit was GSllb, the number of onions 731, equal to 48 tons to tho acre; and if sold at a M per lb would give tho substantial return of £227 per acre. Mr W. Gardner, of Rukuhia, was well represented again by a splendid show of pumpkins, one of which turned the seal" at llSlbs., and also with a fine display of Swedes and mangolds. Mr James Forrest also showed up well in Swedes, soft turnips and honey. The latter was especially well got up. Tho judges had some difficulty at arriving at a decision for Air Cottrell's prize lor the best 41b pat of butter, which eventually fell to the lot of Mrs Fisher, Mrs Richard R-.ynolds boing secmd. For the best home-made loaf the decision was reversed, Mrs R. Reynolds brfing awarded the prize for really a perfect loaf. Mr Larney, of Liuriston, Morrinsville, had oil exhibition a case of his preserved milk, which competent judges claim to be superior to any of the imported brands of Swiss milk. Mr Williams, of Ngaruawahia, showed samples of his butter kegs madeof t.otara timber, and for which he had received praise of the highest charactei for being free from tasting tho butter and for general excellence of manufacture. Mr Wells' peaches, a seedling of the S ilway, and Mr H. Ross's pears are also deserving of special mention. Tho following gentlemen acted as judges and gave general satisfaction : — In the All Comers' Class and for specials in fruit Messrs W. Lippiatt and Mr T. Bullen. In the Amateurs' Class Messrs G. Mason and H. Ross. Specials for roots, &0., Messrs G. Mason and H. Ross. For dairy produce, honey, &c., Messrs T. Wells and G. J. Neal. Tho following is tho prize list:—

Class I.—All Comers. I'OT PLANTS. _ Zonal Geraniums, 3 varieties, single—No award. Zonal Geraniums, 3 varieties, double—No award. Petunias, collection of 3 —No award. Fuchsias, 3 varieties—Commended, John Sharp. Fuchsias, G varieties—lst prize, John Sharp. Fuchsias, 1 specimen—Commended, John Sharp. Coleus, 3 varieties—lst prize, John Sharp. Coleus, 0 varieties—lst prize, John Sharp. Balsams, 3 varieties (two entries)—lst prize, John Shar[). Begonias, 3 varieties (foliage)— 2nd prize. John Sharp. Begonia', 3 varieties (flowering)—lst prize, John Sharp. Ferns, 3 established—lst prize, John Sharp. Specimen Plant (in bloom)—lst prize, John Sharp. Specimen Plant, in foliage (two entries)— Ist prize, John Sharp.

cur fuhvers. Asters, 0 varieties—lst prize, John Sharp. Zinnias, 0 varieties—lst prize, John Sharp. Antinhinums, collection —Commended, John Sharp. Dahlias, collection of (i -Disqualified, John Sharp ; commended, (leu. Henson. Dahlias, collection of 12-1-t |>pi;'. > , John Sharp. Dahlias, collection of 21—1st prize, John Sharp. Phlox Drummondi (collection)—lst prize, Geo. Henson. Hand Buiqup.t, not exceeding G inches diameter—No award. Bridal Bouquet—lst prize, Geo. Henson ; commended, Geo. Mason. FRUIT. Apples, G varieties, culinary, 4 of each— Ist prize, Geo. Jidgecumbe; 2nd, Hugh Ross. Apple->, 12 varieties, culinary, 4 of each —Ist prize, Goo. Mason ; 2nd, John Sharp. Apples, IS varieties, culinary, 4 of each —Ist prize, John Sharp; 2nd, James Keeley ; highly commended, Goo. Mason. Apples, G varieties, ijussi-rt, 4 »f each — Ist prize, Geo. Kdgneumbe ; 2nd, Hugh Rons; very highly commended, Geo. Mason ; highly commended, .James Keeley. Apples. 12 varieties, dessert, 4 of e-ic!i — Ist prize, Hugh Ross ; 2nd, James Keeley. Apples, 24 varieties, dessert, 4 of each— Ist prize, John Sharp ; 2nd, Jaines Keeley. Pears, G varieties, dessert, 4 of each—lst prize, James Keeley ; 2nd, Jaines Forrest. Quinces, for the best s—lst prize, Richard Reynolds. Peaches, for the best plate of 5 (three different—lst prize, Thos. Wells; 2nd, John Sharp. Plums, 3 varieties, cooking, 5 of each— Ist prize, James Keeley; commended, John Sharp. Plums, II varieties, cooking, 5 of each— Ist prize, James Keeley; commended, John Sharp. Plums, .'5 varieties, dessert, 5 of each—lst priw, Hugh Ross ; 2nd, James Keeley. Plums, G varieties, dessert, 5 of each—lst prize, James Keeley; commended, John Sharp. Blackborries, 2 plates—lst prize, James Forrest. Grapes, 3 bunches—lst prize, George Mason. Tomatoes, G—lst prize, John Bright; John Sharp, commended. Melons, water, 3—lst prize, Jamer. Keeley. Melons, rock, 3—No award. YKIJKTAKI.KH. Beans, kidney, 24 poda—lst prize, John Bright. Carrots, G—lst prize, W. Gardner. Turnips, G—lst prize, James Forrest. Cucumbers, 2—lst prize, Geo. Mason. Onions, 12—1st prize, W. Gardner. Parsnips, 3—lst prize, W. Gardner. Pumpkins, 2 —lst prizo, W. Gardner. Beetroot, 3—lst prize, John Bright. Potatoes, kidney, 12—1st prize, James Forrest. Potatoes, round, 12—1st prizo, W. Gardner. Potatoes, collection, 4 of each variety— lot prizo, Captain Runciman; 2nd, Ueo. Henson. Class ll.—Amateurs. I'OT PI.AXTS. Zonal Geraniums, 3 varieties, single—lst [ prize, Thos. Wells. Zonal Geraniums, 3 varieties, double—lst prizo, Thos. Wells. Fuchsias, 3 varieties—lst prize, James Young. Coleus, !! varieties—lst prize, Hugh Ferguson. Begonias, 3 varieties, foliage—lst prize, Mrs Walker. Begonias, 3 varieties, flowering—lst prize, Jas, Young, Specimon Plant, foliage—lst prize, Mrs Walker. cut iv.owkiis. Asters, G varieties—lst prize, Thos. Wells. Verbenas collection—lst prize, Joseph Chambers.

Dahlias, collection, o—lst prize, Miss Runciman. Phlox Drummondi, collection—lst prize, Chas, Dunn. Hand Boquet, nut exceeding Gin. in diameter —Ist prize, Chats. Dunn. Bridal Bouquet—lst prize, Miss Runciman. I'RrjlT. Apples, (i varieties, culinary, 4 of each — Ist prize, Chas. Dunn; 2nd prize, T. W. Hicks. Apples, 12 varieties, cnlinary, 4 of each —Ist prize, Chas. Dunn. Apples, (J varieties, dessert, 4 of each— —Ist prize, Thos. Wells ; 2nd, Geo. Reed. Apples, 12 varieties, dessert, 4 of each — Ist prize, Thus. Wells. Pears, G varieties, dessert, 4 of each —Ist prize, Thos. Wells; 2nd, Mrs Walker. Quinces, for the best s—lst prize, Chas. Dunn ; 2nd, Thos. Wells. Peaches, for best plate of s—lst prize, T, Wells ; 2nd, W. M. Hay. Plums, 3 varieties, cooking, 5 of each— Ist prize, T. Wells. Plums, G varieties, cooking, 5 of each— Ist prize, T. Wells. Plums, 3 varieties, dessert, 5 of each —Ist prize, T. Wells; 2nd, Geo. Reed. Blackberries, 2 plates—lst prize, Mrs Walker. Tomatoes, 6 —lst prize, Joseph Chambers; 2nd, Miss Runciman. VEGKTAHLKS. Peas, SO pods—lst prize, Geo. Reed. Broad Beans, 24 pods—lst prize, Geo. lloed. Beans, Kidney, 24 pods—lst prize, Isaac W. Glentiy. Carrots, G—lst prize, W. 0. Garland. Cab'oage, red, 3 —lst prize, Joseph Chambers. Onions, 12—1st prize, Hugh Hunter. Onions, best collection, 6 of each —Ist prize, Joseph Chambers, Parsnips, 3—lst prize, Joseph Chambers.

Pumpkins, 3—lst prize, W. O. Garland. Vegetable Marrows, 2—lst prize, Isaac W. Glenny. Beetroot, 3—lst prize, W. 0. Garland. Potatoes, Kidney, 12 —Ist prize, Mrs i Walker. Potatoes. Round, 12—1st prize, Captain Runciman. Potatoes, collection, 4 of each variety— Ist prize, Capt. Runciman. SundriesBast Dish Red Wheat—lst prizj, James Anderson. Best Dish White Wheat—lst prize, Capt. Runciman. Best Dish Barley—lst prize, Capt. Runciman. Best Dish Black Oats—lst prize, Capt, Runciman. Bj>t 3 Mangold*, Long Red—lst prize, Chas. Dunn ; 2nd, Joseph Chambers. Best 3 Mangolds, Yellow —Ist prize, W. Gardner. Best 3 Turnips—lst prize, James Forrest ; 2nd prize, James Anders.-m. Best 3 Swede Turnips—lst prize, W. Gardner. Bsst 3 Field Carrots—lst prize, James Anderson ; 2nd, W. O. Garland. Honey in comb, not less than C sections— Ist prize, James Forrest. Honey, ex trusted, not less than 12 lbs— Ist priz<", Chas. Chitty ; highly commended, James Forrest. Special Prizes. Mrs J. P. Thompson : For best 12 Bismarck Apples—lst prize, Thomas Wells ; verv highly commended, H. Preece. Mr C. Boyce : For best 12 Ohinemuri apples— Ist prize, T. \V. Hicks; highly commended, Geo. Edgecunibe. Mr H. Ross: For b st 12 Northern Spy Apples—lst prize, T. W. Hicks ; highly commended, James Keeley. Mr R. D.ivies : For best 12 Reinette du Canada Apples—lst prize, Chas. Dunn ; highly commended, G. Vincent. Mr J. D. Arnaboldi : For best 12 Cellini Apples—lst prize, Thos. Wells; highly commended, W. 0. Garland. Mr J. H. Priestly—For best 12 Stone Pippin Apples—lst prize, G. Mason ; G. Vincent, very highly commended; John Sharp, highly commended. Mr Sare —For best 12 King of Pippin Apples—lst prize, James Forrest; John Sharp, highly commended. Mr Slacpoole -For best 12 Cox's Orange Pippin Apples—lst prize, T. VV. Hicks ; James Forrest, very highly commended. Mr J. Webber —For best 12 Cider Apples —Ist prize, James Forrest. Mr Parr —For best 12 varieties Apples, 4 of each, suitable for export to England—lst prize, James ICeeley; Geo. Mason, highly commended. Mr T. Wells, for best collection of Apples, 4 of each, 2 prizes, first and second—lst, U. E. Sharp ; 2nd, James Keeley; John Sharp, very highly commended. Mr John Sharp, for best collection of Apples. 4 of o.acli (Amateurs only), two priz • —1.-it prize, Thos. Wells; 2nd, Hugh i limit". Mr J. S. Bond—For best 12 Pears, two prizis —Ist prize, Hugh Ross; 2nd, Mrs Walker. Mr Geo. Mason : For best collection of Plums, 3of each—lst prize, John Sharp ; commended, Mrs Walker. Mr J. Sharp: For best collection of Peaches, 4 of each variety—lst prize, John Sharp. Mr John Runciman : For best 12 Yellow Dessert Plums—lst prizo, James Forrest. Mr B. Rugo : For best 12 Pond's Seedling plums—lst prize, John Sharp, highly commended, Chas. Dunn. Mr James Keeley . For out-door Grapes —Ist prize, H. Ross. Mr E. Ward : For best 12 Fuchsias in bloom—lst prize, James Young. Mr R. W. .Sargent: For collection of Cut Flowers—lst prize, Miss Runciman ; 2nd prize, John Sharp. Mr J. Cottrell ; For bejt 41b, lump of Fresh Butter (not Factory made)—lst prize, Mrs John Fisher; highly commended. Richard Reynolds. Mr J. Cottrell : For best home-made 21b. loaf or more —Ist prize, Richard Reynolds, highly commended, Mrs John Fisher. Mr A. B ich : For best (i bottles Preserved Fruit — lit piize, P. Le ; 2nd prize, Mr- Walker. Mr F. J, Brooks : For jwt 21bs. Dried or Evaporated Fruit, Waikato grown—lst prize, Joseph Chambers. Mr.l. McXiuol : For best Cheese (2), not factory made, two piiy.es—Ist prize, 11. Fitzgerald ; 2nd. Mi-s Wallace. Messrs Young and Nixon : For best 12 Hohart Potatoes —Ist prize, \V. Gardner. Capt. Souter : For best (i Swedes—lst prize, James Forrest ; 2nd prize, W. Gardner. Capt. Souter : F«r best 0 White Belgian Carrot,s—lst prize, G. Willey. Mr John Parr: For best 12 Swedes (all comers)—lst prize, James Forrest; 2nd prize, W. Gardner. Mr G. J. Neal: 3 Webb's collection Turnips (3 each)—lst prize, James Forrest. 12 Webb's Banbury Onions (2 prizes)—lst prize, Chas. Dunn. Webb's Red Globe Tripoli Onion—lst prize, (1. J. Neal. 12 Webb's Colons Seedlings (2 prizes)—lst prize, J. Sharp. 3 Webb's Prolific Ridge Cucumber—lst prize, John Bright. 12 Webb's Antirrhinum —Ist prize, John Sharp, li Webb's Sensation Tomato—lst prize, John Bright. By New Zealand Herald and Auckland Weekly News : For best (> bottles Waikat.omade Cider (2 prizes)—lst prize, T. W. Hicks. By Auckland Evening Star: For best assortment of Jams, Jellies and Bottled Fruit: Ist prize, Mrs Sharp. Mr R. F. Moody: For best sample Wine, Waikato-made, from any kind of fruit (2 exhibits)—lst prize, P, Le Quesno; 2nd prize, ,Miss Runciman. Major Jacks.,ll : For Pot Plants—lst prize, John Sharp. Poultry. Brahams, dark or light, cock and hen— Ist price, John Robertson, Hamburg*, any variety, cock and hen— Ist prize. G. Comer. Bantams, any variety, cock and hen — Ist prize. Miss Ella Sharp. Leghorns, any variety, cock and hen—lst prize, John Robertson. Wyandottes, any variety, cock and hen— Ist prize, Thos. Wells. Extra ExhibitsRussian Sunflowers—Highly commended, W. Gardner. Dish of Rhubarb—Highly commended, John Bright. Light Brahma Pullets—Highly commended, John Robertson.