NEW ZEALAND MANUFACTURES AND PRODUCE.

Press, Volume LIV, Issue 9882, 12 November 1897, Page 6

NEW ZEALAND MANUFACTURES AND PRODUCE.

Thongh, as has been already said, the number of exhibits in this department of the show was not increased, still, what is to be seen is of excellent qnality. In several classes, notably jams and candles, in which we know there is a considerable and increasing trade done, no entries appear. It is also matter for regret that the Kaiapoi Woollen Factory does not make a display, in order that visitors from other parts may see the progress we are making in this department of local industry. The display made in the shed is exceedingly varied as will be seen by the description of the different exhibits given below. Messrs M. Donaghy and Co., of Donedin, for whom Messrs G. G. Stead and Co. are the Canterbury agents, exhibit manilla rope, bolt rope, Europe rope, and New Zealand flax rope, and two and three-ply spun yarn. In binder twine the firm exhibit manilla, mixed i.e. half manilla and half flax, and all New Zealand flax. In seaming twines they have three and five ply " Maori ° brand, which is used for woolpack sewing and for millers and sailmaker*. The firm also exhibit a specially fine twine, No. L In the rope sample? are exhibited from Uα to 2£in, but it may be noted that Messrs Donaghy and Co. have manufactured for special use rope up to 22in. The exhibit as a whole is a good one. Messrs J. and J Irving, of Inveroargill, send a very good exhibit of hedge slashers, bush hooks, bill hook*, *c. The wheel of Walker , * Vege-

table Syrup with the injunction to " give it a *J"™ 'Jf a noticeable object in the produce shed. The syrup is exhibited in piles of bottles ready packed and also loose. Mr J. A. Lambert exhibits I.X.L. borax, soap powder, numberless sample packets of which are ready to be distributed. The exhibit is put up in neatly wrapped packets. Mr Edmonds is always to the fore at show time with his " Sure to Rise " baking powder, and there is quite a stock of tins on view. The hearts of the thrifty housewives who make their own bread will no doubt be rejoiced at the bags of self-raising flour exhibited. Messrs McCuunick and Pugh have a charmingly artistic little exhibit of pictures displaying their various descriptions of frames. All kinds of woods are exhibited, and the stand is well worth inspection. Mr Gallichan sends a general collection of remedies, including Bee ointment, corn cure, &c. Meesrs Moller and Young exhibit stencil plates, rubber stamps, and specimens of engraving. Messrs Haywood Bros.' widely known Flag Brand pickle* are well in evidence, and a very tasteful display is made. They exhibit six different descriptions of pickles of all kinds, very attractive and of excellent quality. They also exhibit green tomato pickle and chutney quite equal to the Indian condiment. In cordials they send six different descriptions. They also exhibit another addition to their numerous local industries. This is lemon squaeh in bottles, which unlike many other non-alcoholic beverages is pleaeant to drink. The firm have also recently gone in extensively for the manufacture of malfc vinegar, so that their pickles, &c, will then be entirely of local manufacture. They send samples of this vinegar for exhibition. The Worcester and tomato sauces of the firm have already made their reputations, and they are on the stand together with fancy, colouring, baking powder, &c. Altogether the articles on the stand as being altogether of local production will attract considerable attention. Mr Walker exhibits samples of his bot fly remedies and also waterproof dubbin. Mr P. J. Riiwlins is the only exhibitor of soap, and has a good solid article. Mr Harrison sends samples of fruit extracts for making summer drinks and also herbal soap and remedies. Mr Norton has samples of his Dorase, a new preparation for bread making, and also some loaves made with it, which are sweet, light, and of excellent quality. A trophy of Berger's sheep dip, in tins, occupies the centre of the shed, and is a prominent object as the visitor comes in. It is sent by Messrs J. T. Ford and Co., the local apents. The same firm also have samples of Berger'e sheep marking composition, which is wonderfully durable and lasting. Mr J. Johnston, of Dunedin, sends samples of artificial limbs, which are most ingeniously constructed, to repair the deficiencies of those unfortunate enough to lose an arm or a leg. Mr A. Carson, of the Eclipse Cycle Works, Ashburton, sends a couple of very excellent Eclipse-Humbers. Thfie have Westwood willow rims, and weigh 261b. The cycles are exceedingly handsome, combining lightness with strength. Mr Spencer Vincent has an exhibit of his sarscarilla, and next to this is a pyramid of the widely known Loasby's Wahoo, of which one hears so much. It took first prize at the show of the Royal Agricultural Society of New South Wales held this year at Sydney. The golden apple cider of Messrs Fletcher, Humphreys and Co., which has had a notable record of first prizes and gold medals at all the various shows, is exhibited in all forms, from the butt to the modest household cask, and from the Imperial magnum to the pint bottle. One is glad to know that the demand for this excellent and wholesome locally manufactured beverage is on the increase. As a means of output for our apples and the provision of a welcome return to the email farmer the golden apple cider making is one of those local industries which deserve the very heartiest support of the people. Mr W. Nicholls, of Belfast, has a pretty exhibit of dressed slieopskins both white and coloured. Messrs Minson and Co. exhibit some very artistic work done by the Davis vertical feed sewing machine and also the machines themselves. To-day they will be in full work, so that visitors will be able to see what they are like.

. The Crown Brewery Company and Ward and Co. were the only exhibitors in beer. The draught ales were sound and of good flavour, and the bottled ale and porter was also excellent. It may be noted that the judges had considerable difficulty in deciding between the different samples. Some currant and gooseberry wine, made in 1889, 1890 and 1891 were exhibited, but the judges thought it too sweet. Outside in the main avenue Mr J. Deans had a good exhibit of pipes, fire bricks and fire clay, chimney linings, from the Homcbush Brick and Pottery Works, GlentunneL

Under the verandah of the produce shed, Messrs Scott Bros, and the Crown Iron Works Company had their teaytcbive exhibits of cooking ranges, &c. There are twelve 7Atlas ranges of different sizes, three of Peerless and six Victor, all well made. The latter had sixteen ranges, including the Pakeha, Zealander, Maori and Challenge, Troop's patent hot water boilers, garden and field gates, garden seats, mangliag and wringing' machines, and pumps of various kinds. They also exhibited Crossley's patent oil and gas engines and Haonam's patent hot water apparatus. The latter, which is shown in'operation, produces hot water in an incredibly short time by burning a few sticks. For baths or in case of a sudden emergency for medical use this patent is very valuable. The exhibit of the Crownlron Works Co. isvery comprehensive. Mr T. J. Watters exhibits ranges, highpressure and circulating cylinders, and portable washing boiler and bath. Messrs Hement Bros, send their combined washing tub and washing board, which is a great convenience and saving of labour. They also exhibit Buchan's fixed ventilator and house and conservatory water pipes, &o.

. Mr Spreadbury sent a wonderfully complete and comprehensive collection of farm, garden and dairy produce in competition for the prize presented by the New Zealand Farmers' Association. The exhibit included everything that one could imagine as being grown. This is an exhibit well worth careful inspection.