A. & P. SHOW – 1928.

Press, Volume LXIV, Issue 19463, 9 November 1928, Page 14

A. & P. SHOW - 1928.

MILKING SHORTHORN ASSOCIATION. MEETING OF CANTERBURY BRANCH. A meeting of tlio Canterbury Branch of the New Zealand Milking Shorthorn Association was held yesterday afternoon on the Show Grounds, Mr B. Peach presiding over a good attendance. IJe extended a welcome to the judge, Mr 11. V. Brown, Wcraron, and other visitors. In respect of votes from the branch to A. and B. Associations for prizes in the milking Shorthorn classes, it was resolved that at shows whore there was no competition in those classes the uioney should be held over till the next year's show, to bo devoted to the same purpose. Mr A. W. Green, organising secretary, wrote that tho Canterbury remit as to publishing the list of transfers in the Herd Book had been referred to the half-yearly meeting. A list appeared in Volume 4, but it made the book much larger, and added considerably to the cost of publishing. There were over 3000 more females registered in Volume fl thnn in Volume 8. There were over 300 cows in tho appendix with butter* fat rocords, and thcio m.'tdo a valuable addition to tho Herd Book, Mr Brown said tho Canterbury remit was considered at the half-yearly meeting, but, in the absence of a Canterbury representative, it was held over till the annual meeting. It was thought that when the Canterbury Branch knew what tho expense would be, the remit would be withdrawn. As to tho'proposal to increase the subscription to 30s, it was thought that it would make it difficult to get members. The secretary (Mr Green) had explained that there would be a substantial profit on this year's work. The proposal that Only one vicepresident should bo elected, with the object of moving him up to president, bad been turned down.' The chairman agreed that the proposed increase in subscription would have made it difficult to enrol now members. Messrs B. 8. Goodwin,iG. G. Goodwin, and P. G. Herrldgo wore elected members. It «vas resolved, on the motion of Mr R. J. Edgar to have a class for bull and progeny (three females). Messrs Brown and Edgar each promised one galea towards the prize. Mr Brown said that as judge of the milking Shorthorn section he wished to congratulate them on the stock brought forward. He thought it showed a great improvement:on the Btork shown at the Boyal Show last year. Of course, they must remember that that was only one man's opinion. Although ho might have trodden on somo people's corns, there was a type that 'ho was working to. The cow class was a strong class, and the cows ho had placed would have hold their own in any show ring. As to the champion co'w, he had not seen at any of the shows he had attended' more than two or three equal to her. .She was a beautiful cow,..and would hot disgrace any classes were quite good. He was rather disap pointed With the bullsj they were inclined to be a bit rough, and to those in tho North Island who depended on milk for their Income they showed , too much beef. In the north they went for a finer built bull of a lighter type. He did not think that many of the yearling bulls would win in the North Island. It. was to the credit of the members, of the branch that they had come out as thoy httd done. Some of * the cattle would have been the better of some preparationi but he knew that it would- have meant overtime.' The cattle Should be under preparation for time or four month* before the show, otherwise they did not do themselves justice. ' He thought that the Canterbgrr breeders .were "bucking up," and .be toned thatthey would keep going on the lines they were working on. They should geta few of the lighter class <*f bulla if they were going in for milk, otherwise they would not get the results In the; bucket. In the north, if they could not g|t the average of over 300 it was no good to them. . - The chairman: We arp looking for 400 here. ; Mr Brown said that his own herd averaged • 847, and they hfrd had the wont season .experienced; he believed, for twenty years. There were plenty that averaged elbse oil 400. That was ■ what they wanted to aim it. (Hear, bear.) Begret was expressed that Mr Oreen, the organising secretary, was not present. Mr Gordon Jones (the secretary of the branch) said that Mr Green had been sent a special invitation, as it was considered that if he attended the show be would be able to' enrol many new members. Mr Oreen had replied that is possible he would be present. Mr Brown said that Mr Green had tad a busy time attending the Boyal *ad Other shows. ; On the motion of Mr Edgar, the chairman wa# accorded a vote of thanks for the manner in which he bad conducted the meetihgi and the fair, open-minded way be bad allowed the discussion. IMPROVED QUARTERS. JOURNALISTS' APPRECIATION. A much and long-needed improve- < snent, the extension of the accommoda- < Hon for the newspaper reporters has been effected and the room off the j •ecretary's office has been enlarged by , the incorporation, on tWo < sides of it, \ of the verandahs The result ib a large room giving ample space for the re- , porters to do their work in. ] .On the occasion of the first use of , the room yesterday the opportunity . was taken by Mr H. A. Gilbert, presi- J dent of the Canterbury Branch or the i New Zealand Journalists' Association, and several members of the Association, , to congratulate the president of the A. and P. Association (Mr H. E. , Fincbam) and the secretary (Mr M. E. Lyons) upon the improvement. They { were assured that the pressmen greatly appreciated what baa been done on , their behalf. !

Mr Finchaiu, in acknowledging the thanks conveyed to the Association, •aid that it was gratifying to know that the newspapermen appreciated what had beeii done for them. WOOL. The wool exhibit* which has possibilities of being built up into a very useful and intending display, was located in a tent adjacent 1 to the sheep pens. There won a very fine collection from the various breeds; but the exhibit will be much more interesting with more ontrieft and better competition.

BRITISH SHOWS. FARMING IN SCOTLAND. MR E. HAY'S IMPRESSIONS. Last year's president of the Cantorbury A: and P. Association, Mr E. Hay, who returned a few days ago from a visit to the British Isles, gave a representative of The Pr.ESS yesterday an interesting account of the impressions he gained when attending the English Royal and the Eoyal Highland Society's Shows, Of the English Royal Society's Show, held at Nottingham, Mr Hay said that there was a very fine show of cattle, sheep, and horses. The Shire and Clydesdales, especially the Shire horses, were very good indeed. At the Royal Highland Society's Show held at Aberdeen, there was a splendid exhibit of Polled Angus cattle. The Clydesdale horses were exceptionally good and much better than at the Royal Show. There wbb a wonderful display of implements, machinery, and fertilisers.

"I saw a great deal of Scotland," Mr Hay continued, "and went right through some of the largest farming districts. They are having very fine crops this year, and the farming community is prosperous, having had quite a good year. The country is looking well. In England thoy experienced hot weather in the Midlands and fa the South; in Scotland it waß not bo Warm. The Scottish farmers are going in extensively for ensilage, and are building concrete silos. They are increasing every year the putting down of ensilage for fodder.

Mr Hay purchased in Scotland two sheep-dogs—a dog and a bitch—which he selected from the Scotch collie working type, and he hopes that they will throw good pups. One of them ran at the National trials at Haddington, which Mr Hay attended, and saw some very fine WOrk..

"I saw Millar's dogs, Mirk and Ben, working," Mr Hay commented, "and they are, without doubt, the two best sheep do|;8. in Scotland. Millar is a man who has the knack of training dogs perfectly. He has been and still is the leading dog man in Scotland. He has the knack of getting very best out of his dogs, and possesses infinite patience in training them. One of the features connected with this year's trials was the exhibition given by Millar, of sending two dogs to bring in six sheep. Thby were let out 400 or 500 yards away; the two dogs being sent after them, one bringing the sheep to the two sides of the poles, Then that dog sat down while the other brought in the sheep. They kept,on zigzagging till the sheep were got to the yards, and were shedded (divided), one dog yarding three while the other kept the other three a certain distance away aid,ultimately yarding his three. This was quite a novelty, and' demonstrated how (two r,; dogs could be worked at the same'time. It shdwed' how' well the dogs were under command, and how a keen dog could be made, to Wait while his fellow did the work." .

Bt AttBANGFHBNT.] NOTHING LIKE RUBBER SIEBERLING ALL TREAD TYRES. ! PARA RUBBER COMPANY'S PINE DISPLAY. A conspicuous feature on the left hand side of the main entrance is the Parti Company's spacious lent. . ■ . ■foe predominating feature of & bewildering display -d rubber gW >s the famous Sieberlmg All Tread Tyre. This tyre since 1 its introduction to New Zealand a little over.a year ago lias made a host of friends and has established a new standard of tyro performance. One striking proof of its excellence is that tho private Bus Companies operating in ana around Christohurch and. country are using Sieberling. All Trends, and they are obtaining toileages in many instances more than double those Oi other standard makes. _ _ The Para Rubber Company, Ltd., are sole distributors of Sieberlmg All Treads foi 1 .New 'Zealand and are landing large stocks monthly at all. wain ports. Those who prefer British aoods will be pleased to know they can now obtain a super-quality tyre of British' manufacture. _ . Along with Sieberlmg All Treads is a full display of Rubber Footwear. For years past the Para Ruber Company, Ltd., has been supplying the dairymen of New Zealand with _ a super-quality Gumboot for everyday ana all day service; In this line they have now many thousands of customers and a constantly growing demand. The dairyman's laced boot is ideal for the dairy .farm and gives, a serviceable protection from the slush and mud during the,winter months Milking Machine Rjiibberware for practically any > make of Milking Machine is stocked by the Para Rubber Company, Ltd., various articles from which are "Good wine' needs no bush,' and it is superfluous to praise the quality of Para Milker Rubberware to the dairy farmers .who ÜBe it. Fresh. supplies arrive monthly durinjg the milking season and customers are assured of securing the best quality. . . Garden Hose is displayed in all .sizes and many thousands of feet are on ex- I hihition. The Red Moulded Hose'has superseded the old-fashioned Black 3?ly and this is obtainable from the 'ara in all sizes and in lengths up to 500 feet. Tn addition to the lines mentioned above, tennis shoes, cycle tyres, and sundries, toy balls, balloons, etc., besides bathing caps., aprons, rubber mats and various other goods may be seen. Mention must also be made of the rubber toys and fully , coloured character dolls, a wide assortment of which is displayed. This section of the exhibit will interest the children as well'as the grown-ups. In seeing all that is to be seen it will come to the visitor's t mind that "We have it in stock, will get it, or it isn't made oT rubber.'' is a fitting" slogan for the Para Rubber Company, Ltd. —6

DALE'S IMPROVED HARROWS. Visitors to tbe Show are invited to inspect these improved harrows,. Stand adjoining the-cattle pavilion, near the tram .entrance and gate to the trots. Do not fail to see them.' 1847

CRECHE AND REST-ROOM. A MUCH-APPRECIATED INNOVATION. The creche and rest-room provided by the committee of the Richmond Creche and Kindergarten and by the Parents' Committee proved to be an innovation which was greatly appreciated. It was housed in a large marquee erected between Messrs W. Strange and Co. 's permanent building and tlie produce store. Here there were provided a number of shelters with mattresses and pillows upon which numerous infants reposed serenely while their mothers went and saw the sights of Show. In some cases the children slept soundly for two hours. Members of the Richmond Creche and Kindergarten watched over them until they were claimed. Here also was provided a number of easy chairs so that tired mothers could take a little rest and recover from the fatigue of wandering round the Show. UNIQUE EXHIBITION. a GIRL'S STRANGE ART. A most eatortftinlng and ufliqua exhibition of glaßßblowing was given at the A. end P. Show yesterday by Miss Mao Kingsley, the girl glassblower. It ill amazing to see this talented little lady take the molten glass and with a few quick movements of her fingers transform it into fall manner of articles and shapes. The model of the Sydney Harbour bridge 1b a very beautiful and wonderful piece Of work, as nlao is the glass dress, which has been worn by its maker many times. The exhibition is amaaingi and lis it is in progress interesting lectures on the manufacture of the articles is given. Mr W. E. Westwood, who is himself a master at the art, is assisting Miss Kingsley in her work. This exhibition should prove to be the outstanding feature of the show, [PtfBLISEfED BY ARRANGEMENT.] YALUMBA.

t THE PERFECT PORT. i 1 Frank A. Cook, Ltd., Christchurch ' Have pleasure in announcing tlint they i are representing Messrs .S. Smith and ! Sons, Ltd (Yalumba Vineyards Cham, i nioti Port since 1849). ! We cordially invito you to sample vithout obligation Yalumba Port. Yalumba is priced within the reach of all, viz., from 86$ per dozeb. With every order we will present each client with a miniature bottle of Yalumba Port. Place your Christmas Order at the Show with FRANK A. COOK, LTD., 759 Colombo st. . *—3 REMARKABLE INVENTION. THE SEPARATOR WITH THE INTERCHANGEABLE CAPACITY* Farmers attending the Show should not miss inspecting the well-known Renfrew Cream Separator which is a British' machine built with British capital. Amongst the outstanding features of the Renfrew ares—1. Interchangeable capacity. 2. Automatic lubricating system. 3. Clean skimming. 4. High crank*—low supply tank. 5. Spindle clutch. . 6. Standardised parts at low cost. For purposes of advertising we are catting separator prices for cash during period of Show. Can you get better value than this:— 85 gallon with stand £lO 45 gallon with stand £ll 65 gallon with stand £l2 ~ 80 gallon with stand £l3 100 gallon with stand £l4 The Combined Buyers, Ltd., Stand 11, cordially invite all farmers interested in separators to call at their stand at the Show, where they would he pleased to explain'the many outstanding advantages of the Renfrew. As a reminder, tear this out and bring it with you to the Show. _0 MODERN FARM MACHINERY. * EXHIBIT BY ANDREWS AND BEAVEN. A comprehensive exhibit sure to attract interest amongst farmers is set out on Messrs Andrews and Beaven'a stand, where several' new types of machinery are shown in operation. The "Sunshine" Pea and Grain Harvesters are attracting considerable attention—over 250 acres of peas being harvested with this machine last year This type of machine, which is specially adapted to our conditions, has Deen proved a great .success. ■ The power take-off fitted to a 1836 Hart-Parr tractor, coupled to McKay Pea-Harvester, complete with I.X.L. transmission gear, will, reduce operation cost and further increase this method of harvesting pea crops. trucks are. also shown, and these are all six cylinder, four-wheel brake- models, and are the most up-to-date ,fast transport available. The "Red River" Thresher is shown, and is also operated by a 1886 HartParr tractor. This thresher is well worth consideration, and will stand close inspection. There are several exclusive features on these threshers—reducing the power required for drawing, at the same time increasing capacity and improving the sample. The features, briefly, are roller bearings at all major points, njffe ,Pulleys, "Armco" rustless steel, ana double belts on all main drives. A complete range of Chaff Cutters, suitable for fanners and contractors, still creates considerable interest. Saw Benches, Crushers, and Grinders, together with "Diabolo" Separators and "BamJett" Mowers complete, are truly interesting and instructive exhibits. N —6