HORTICULTURE

Evening Post, Issue 122, 26 May 1933, Page 12

HORTICULTURE

WELLINGTON SOUTH SOCIETY

The monthly- meeting of the .Wellington South Horticultural Society was held in the club room. Mr. T. V. Mills (president) was in the,chair. *! The hon. secretary, Mrs. jMcLcay presented a report upon the autumn show, which, lie said, could well be called a chrysanthemum and juvenile exhibition, as these two sections predominated and were of excellent quality, and competition was very keen. The vegetables were, not so numerous as previously, but were of good quality. Tho juvenile section was a^ain a strong feature and reflected credit upon the children, as also upon their superintendent (Mrs, Collyer). The judge of the decorative work was so impressed with their work that she donated several special prizes in these classes. The poor attendance of the public was "hard to undcrstaud considering the excellence of tlie exhibition and the very small charge for admission. . Appreciation was expressed of the kindness of Mrs.' Knox Gilmer in opening the show and giving • advice and. encouragement. Thanks were also expressed to the judges' stewards, Turrell's Orchestra, and to all those who assisted in any way. The hon. treasurer, Mr. Salmon, presented a statement showing that there had been a loss of between £3 and £4. The report and statement were adopted after some dißcussion. Tho lion, secretary read the report of the judges (Mr. K. A. Nicol and Mr. and Mrs. McGregor) upon the home garden competition. There were ten entries and the award resulted in a tie for the first place, equal marks being awarded to Mrs. Vickers, of Island. Bay, and Mr. and Mrs. Salmon, of Wellington South. After some discussion it was decided to combine the first and second, prizes,; and divide them equally. . Mr. Chambers was congratulated upon his fine display-and success at the town autumn show, when the Miss: Joseph Memorial Cup was awarded to the Wellington South Horticultural Society for the third year in succession and mention was made of all those who contributed to the result. ■ The annual meeting of the society was fixed for Wednesday, June 21. A monthly competition resulted in Mr. Chambers gaining first and second with chrysanthemums, and Mr. Bull third with pansies. Begret was expressed to Mr; and Mrs. Bull at their removal to Auckland, as they had been active members for many years, and of great assistance during that time. Good wishes for their future were extended to them.