SPRING FLOWERS.

Evening Post, Volume LXXXII, Issue 65, 14 September 1911, Page 4

SPRING FLOWERS.

FINE DISPLAY AT LOWER HUTT. | A FAVOURABLE SEASON. With a season which has been, in the Words of one grower, an exceptional one for spring floWetß, it was, only to be expected that the Hutt Horticultural Society's Spring Show, 'Which was Opened yesterday, would be as highly successful A3 it is. The exhibitions aro numeroup, and some aro magnificent. They are Well arranged in the spacious i King George Theatre, and the interior presents a bright sight indeed. One important factor Which has gone to make the season so successful has been the absence of wind, slid in this direction it may be pointed out that ther* is not one flower in the phow which displays any noticeable sign of being weather-beaten. It has, in short, been a remarkable season fof bulbs. The judge is Mr. E, A. Osmond, of Stratford, and 1 in conversation with a Post reporter, he paid that, with all his experience, he doubted whether ho had ever *een a better collection' of blooms; they were certainly superior to similar classes which he had seen exhibited at Auckland. Speaking generally he would ssy that certain varieties shown this year were better than the standard set la«t year. The_ special _ prize for, the champion daffodil bloom in the phow (excluding the long trumpet variety) went to U. Gibson, of Jlanjr&whera-road, Kltn»m, for his "Lemon Queen." It was a very fine bloom ; in fact, the whole of Mr. Gibson's exhibit came in for touch praise. The flowers, despite the fact that they had been brought such a long distance, were in splendid condition. He Was given a special award of merit. A liko award was granted to Messrs. |\ Cooper, Ltd., for a collection of narcissi, Remarking on this collection, the judge stated that he could not Fay too much about it. It was magnificent. Thefo were 100 distinct varieties, and .«ome of the blooms were very rare. Special mention might be tnade of one variety— "Van Wavoren's Giant." It wafe of a beautiful hue, and measured 4^ inches across. The depth of the bell was 3 inches, and the width of this portion at the top was 2 inches. Other varieties, such' as "Lord Roberts," "Golden Bell," and "Lucifer," were also remarked upon* An exhibition by Mr. Gfaham J. W.. Harvey attracted * great deal of attention. It was a miscellaneous collection, and included sotne winter flowering carnations, and hybrid freesias. The latter were a unique variety, and were Exhibited for the first time in New Zealand. The exhibitor was avrafded' a bronze medal of tho Royal Horticultural Society. Other displays for exhibition only were made by Messrs. F. Cooper, Ltd., and T, Watigh. These Vets especially large and variwJ, and they add * .great deal to the beauty of 1 the show. Competition in the amateur classes was father limited, and there is nothing' calling for ipeeial t mention. The chairman of the society, in introducing Lord MJilgton, who opened tho show, referred to His Excellency as "tim horticultural Governor.?' Lotd Islington, in. the course of his' remwks, said.he was Very pleased with this epithet. He was glad !to ha#e the opportunity of opening tMe chow, for he? though* that those who were assisting" an.' iMproving the quality of flowers werfe doing a noble work. The chow', he went on to say, wad. a splendid advertisement for the Hutt Valley* and the society, in, ite effort! to create a love for (lowers, deserved to meet with every success. He expressed regret at the fact that entries had not been very numerous for the cottage garden class, for which he had donated prizes, but, seeing it was the first year of the competition, he Was not surprised. The idea would grow in popularity as time went On. The arrangements for the show are adequate and credit is due to the secretary, Mr. * . __J".T~ Messrs. Hollard and Buckingham acWd as judge's stewards, and ttiusic WaS supplied by Wood's String Band. Afternoon tea. was served on the stage, which was prettily decorated with greenery. , THE AWARDS. The awards granted in th&.open class were published in last night's Post. In the amateur class there were numerous entries and the majority • of the classes were represented. for a collection of narcissi (not more than fifty varieties, nor more than three of each), T. S. Weston, of Heretaunga, was given first prize, thus Securing Mr. V. Riddiford's trophy. For daffodils, the competition was keen, and the majority of the prizes went, to W. H* Frsethy. He was awarded four firsts and three Seconds, while T. S. Westos got three fiists, and H. F. Ayeon one first and one second. T. S. Weston was given a fifst for a collection of hyacinths. In the decorative class there weTe some very fine exhibits, which 'attracted considerable attention. In the elites where any flower was permitted, a table decorated b? peach blossoms, the work of Mrs. H. F. Ayson, was awarded the challenge trophy. Mrs. J. A, M'Dougall ■Won the second prize. The same competitors secured the prizes for decorated tables, where no restriction whatever was imposed. For a basket of flowers arranged for effect, Mrs. A. J. Hobbs was adjudged first, and Mi?s M. Williamson second. Other prizes awarded were : -~ Ladies' spray—Mrs. H. F. Ayson, 1 \ Miss W. Hobbs, 2. Gentleman's buttonhole— Mrs. Ayson, 1$ Miss W. Hobbs, 2. Vase of flowers— Mrs. Hobb3, 1: Miss C. O. Stilfflan, 2, • -Presentation .bottquet— Mrs. Hobbs, 1; Miss N. Williamson, 2. Bowl of flowera-^Mias' N. Williattison, 1$ Mrs/ A. J. Hobbs, 2. In the class for childfeft Under sixteen, 1 Miss P. Kempthorne got first fof a decorated table, and Atiss W. Hobbs seeoad. Miss A. Hobto^won the ladies' gpr ay. Competition, and Miss M. Ilobbs had the best gentleman's buttonhole. The cottage gafdeti class, restricted to amateurs who do not employ any labour whatever in there gardens, and whose gardens do not exceed a quarter of an. acre in extent, did not bring forwafd very many entries. For the best collection of narcissi, the first prize was awarded to W. Hendry, and the second to H. F« Ajspfl. The special prize for the best daffodil of the long trumpet variety was awarded to Mi-. A. J. Hobbs,' Lowef Hutt. The show will conclude this evening. DISPLAY-AT PALMERSTON. £lt MtSQBA^Jt— SMCfAt 10 THE ?OS*.J " PALMERSTON N., This Day. The Manawatu Horticultural Society's spring show, held yesterday, was a <!ocided success. When the Mayor (Mr. Nash) officially opened it the Empire Hall was packed. Another largo crowd wad present last night. Exhibitors were present from all parfts of Wellington province. The principal winners were: — Fruit, Mrs. L. A. Abraham and Mrs. Outtra&i; vegetables, , Mfs. L. A. Abraham f F. Westbury (Taita), J, J. Whitehead, Miss M'Lennan; pot plants, Mfs. Cohen and Mrs. L. A. Abraham j cut flowers, F. Westbury (Taita), Mrs. A. Harris, W; Booth (Carterton), F. Mason, Mrs. T. R". Moore; miscellaneous class (Manawatu Horticultural Society's; challenge cup for 12 varieties of narcissi), W. Booth (Carterton) first, Mrs. A. Hariris second, F. Mason third. Other winners were Mr 3. Hanlrina, F. Westbury, Mrs. Cohen. Home industries— Mrs. M'Knigfht, .Mrs. W. Rutherfurd, Mrs. Hodder, Miss Balsillie, Miss Mawhiflney, Mfs. Vernon. Children's classes— Misses Russell, Rule, Snow, Crabbe. Decorative— MestlatneS L.^ A. Abraham, Harris, t Ben!?, Cohen, Misses M'Lennan, Mawhinney, Monro. Novice class— Mrs. W. Rutherfttrd, two> I firsts. WELLINGTON RUGBY UNION. — - — »' '■-■— Prior, to the .-special general meeting of delegates to' the union .last' evening the 'Management Committee of. the union met, Mr. S. S. Brown presiding, The Wellington Football Association asked for the use of tho Athletic P%rk on the oOth iuet.. on tho oc-psion of the phying of the Charity Cup final. Id was decided to reply thnl Ihe ground would probably be 'in wr thai afternoon. Negotiations for w match with tho Muiuwalu-Hoftuvliemu tcuin wi

Mr. F. T. Evans was appointed to referee Ihe Wellington - Canterbury game &t Christclrurch on. tho 23rd itiet. | The appoi&tment of Mr. A Fenton, ojf Napier, as -caretaker of the Athletic Park was^ confirmed. Permission was granted the Southern team to send a team to Picton on the 23rd inst. | Ifc wa« pointed out thab there had tjeen some mißiinderstamfing among the selectors regarding the two teams selected to represent Wellington against Marlborough and Wairarapa. After some discussion it was decided that the A team be sent to Blenheim and ths B'fi b« pitted against Wairarapa. If it can be arranged, a junior representative team will play a retnm match with Hoiwvhenua. at Levin on Saturaay. WEDNESDAY COMPETITION. WON BY APtTILLERY. The Wednesday competition wae concluded yeeterdfty, when Athletic defeated Tramways by 14 points to 6, Anderson (2), Cording, and Maddeh stiored for the -winners, one try being

converted by Motiat. Bramley scored for Tramways and Clark kicked a penalty goal. The competition?' Las been won by the Artillery Club. / HOUSE GAME. The ■wholesale seM reta.il/ieb.smiBt4 played 'a . match at Karori '.Wartc yesterday, the retailers being beafcen by, 14 points to 5. "lii tlife •win^kig team were included several j senior r «re. Scorers for whi>3eBaJe were Le>/i:Campbeir and Sheehan, And Campbell* and "Manning kicked penalty goale. Roberts converted olio try. Sandman scored for the losers. I In the evening both teams were en» ! tertainftc! at a smoke eoficert in the Hotel Windsor, a most enjoyable evening •being spent. A MODERN REMEDY. ' Dp. Sheldon's New Discovery for Coughs and Colds gets to the root of the trouble, a^d effects a permanent cure. Price/ Is' 6d and 3s.— Advt. For thesfc complaii »s, Woods Qreat Peppetttiint Curei Is 6d.*'»AdTt.