METROPOLITAN SHOW.

Lyttelton Times, Volume CXVII, Issue 17942, 8 November 1918, Page 9

METROPOLITAN SHOW.

FIRST DAT.

WINDY WEATHER FOR OPENING.

The first day of the Canterbury Agri-

cultural, and Pastoral Association’s show was held yesterday, in weather ' which, although somewhat boisterous at times, was fair and auspicious. Tho morning began with a typical warfh nor’-wester. This continued for a largo

part of the day, but early in the after-

noon the wind veered a few degrees towards the south, and later had some of the elements of a sou’-wester, being cool and bracing. Tho show had the usual features and aspects of a “first day." In several sections there were fewer exhibits than there were last year. Tho general explanation of this is that "hands” are at the war or are down with influenza. Even in some of the 6tock classes exhibits could not. bo sent forward because men are not available to attend to them. The quality, however, was quite up to tho standard usually 6et by the show, and sneep, cattle, horses and pigs wero in good condition. Patriotic societies were well represented amongst the tents and stands. Tho Plunket nurse* had a tout in which they sold articles- Those in attendance were kept busy all day yesterday. Tho Navy League’s ladies had a tent for .the sale of tickets in the linen chest raffle, and the W.G.T.U. conducted a tea stall. Captain Cokmna had his periscope, one of the novelties of the show. It throws on a table, in natural colours, tho Whole of the animated scene on the grounds. For the rest, there are side shows of the usunTtype, and stalls for cheap jewellery. The following table shows the entries in the different sections for this year and for tho three previous years:—

While experts regretted that the entries of sheep this year showed a considerable drop by comparison with last year, they were optimistio as to future prospects. “We may take it that this is tho last of the war shows and look for a general boom next year,” remarked one well-known breeder. A glance round the pens readily convinced one that the quality that made “ prime Canterbury ” was »as good, sturdy and as virile ns ever. The had winter conditions were responsible for the lesser entry. Here and there a farmer was heard to remark on the shortage of men on farms precluding breeders from giving full attention to sheep for show purposes, and no doubt that circumstance was reflected in the reduced entry as was the failure of some entries to come forward. A review of the entry is interesting for tho purposes of comparison. The total was 571, including 50 in special competition sections for merinoes, halfbred wool and mutton, and Corriedalo wool and mutton. The total last year was C9l. Corriedales easily headed the list this year, the popularity of the breed being shown by an entry of 157, 52 more than last year. English Leicestors took second place this year with 79, but by comparison with 1917 this was a drop of sixteen. Last year Southdowns and Border Leicestera stood equal second with 102 entries each. Tho figures this year showed a bis drop, rending 55. for Southdown.* and 42 for Border Leicesters. The merino, Romney, Ryeland and fat sheep classes showed a decline, while there were increases in'Lincolns, Shropshires and the half-bred classes. As usual the Shorthorns were the feature of the cattle section. There was a large entry of young stock, indicating a revival in breeding. Particular intereet centred in the appearance of cattle from the Knapdnlo Estate, near Gore, Southland, owned by the late Hon Dr M’Nab ,who established the herd. The Knapdale animals were, greatly admired, especially Diamond Prince, a good roan hull, calved on March 28, 1915, by Brave Marquis-AVoodend Beauty Bth. The Friesians made a good show, but the Jersey and Ayrshire exhibits fell away. The Gurusev and Red Polls were much as usual. What fat stock there was was really t good. The judging in the cattle sections was not completed yesterday. There were a few more pigs than there were last year, and the quality generally was up to the standard!

The draught horse section this year ■was seriousljf affected by the influenza epidemic, competition in many of the classes being spoilt, owing to owners being unable to send on their exhibits. A notable absentee was Mr H. E. B. Watson, of Tai Tapu, who has in other years sent many fine marcs and colts to the show. A few good animals were shown in the light harness section, but the bulk of the classes will be decided to-day. Competition In jumping events was somewhat restricted. The judging competitions, open to young farmers or farmers’ sons', under twentyfive years of age, were commenced, with thirteen entrants, but the event will not he concluded until to-clay. The implements and machinery section again plainly demonstrated the adverse conditions imposed by the war on both imports and local manufactures of agricultural appliances. There are sixteen stands occupied, but amongst the oxhibits, which are about equal to last year’s in number, there is very little that is new or strikingly interesting. There is only one representative ofi carriage-building craftsmen. The admirable basketware work of returned soldiers has been made pretty widely known in Canterbury by sales of baskets and trays conducted from time to tune in different centres. The inclusion of clashes for a competition between tho soldiers was a happy idea, made feasible by the liberality of ,Mr C. H. Ensor, who gave tho prizes, and the exhibits are hound to ne productive of much interest to tho Show visitors. New Zealand manufacturers were not extensively representaed as in past

years, amongst absent vijrtwhile exhibitors being tho ICaiapo l Woollen Company, which was prevented by war conditions from making its usual fine display* Tho display of dairy produce was not Bn extensive one, but the. quality of the exhibits was of high merit. The prizes for factory-niado butter produced a triangular competition between the Central, Tai Tapu and Sefton factories, and in both classes the one for butter for table use and the other for export, the prizes were awarded to the competitors in the order given. There was an attractive show of honey, six apiarists competing. The cookery section was very much larger than last year, tho entries being mof-c than double in number. For home-mado bread there were no fewer than twenty-nine competitors, and the judge’s duty was no sinecuro. The classes in the seeds section failed to attract competition. The only exhibit, consisting of red and white clover seed,. and a collection of colonial-grown agricultural and garden sesds, was >' f first-class quality. TO-DAY’S PROGRAMME. The usual programme will be followed to-day- There will be judging of some classes of light horses, the hunters’ trials, the sheep dog trials, the exhibition of tradesmen’s cart 3, and the grand parade of live stock. It is expected that if the fine weather continues thero will be a large attendance. Tho following is tho prizo list: SHEEP. MERINOES: Fine Combing, (Judgo: Mr B. Tripp.) Ram, over twenty-eight months (3)—.Tames Slrvonsrm 1 and v h c, Sir Geo. 9. Ram, over sixteen months and under twentyeight months (S) —Sir Geo. Clifford 1 and 2, ■Tames Stevenson vh c. Ram, under sixteen months (3)— James Stevenson 1, Sir Geo. Cliffo’d 2 and vh C. Two rnma, under fix' eon rnon'lin (1) —-Sir Geo. Clifford 1. Ewe, over sixteen months and under twentyeight months (2)—Sir Geo, Clifford 1 and 2. Ewe, under sixteen iponths (4) —Sir Geo. Clifford 1 and 2, James Stevenson v li c. Two ewo**, under nixtoon months (X) oir Geo. Clifford 1.

MERINOES: Strong Combing. (Judge: Mr F. H. Smith.) Ram, over twonty-oisht months (1V~“ James Stevenson 1. Ram, over months and under twenty-eivht months H)0. Goulter 1 and h o. and Breeders Shield, James Steven*on 2. Ram, under swteen months (3)—James Stevenson 1 * n “. a * T rams, under sixteen month? (1)-™' Stevenson 1. Ewe, under sixteen months James Stovenson 1 ju. Shie’d. Two ewes, under sixteen months (I)—James Steveraon 1. Peterson Trophy, for two- tooth merino rams—James bteven*on* ENGLISH LEICESTER RAMS. (Judge: Mr H. T. Little.) Ram, ovor twenty-eight months (5)—R. and J. Reid 1, Isaao Androw 2 and v h c, Canterbury Agricultural College ho. Rani, over sixteen months and under twenty-eight months (10)—R. and J, Reid 1,2, vho, h c and spooial, Isaao Andrew 3. Ham, over sixteen months and under twonty-eight monthß, shorn (6)-Canterbury Agricultural College 1, R. and J. Rteid 2, v h c and h c, Isaac Andrew c. Ram, under sixteen months (6)—R. and J. Reid 1 and c, Isaac Andrew 2, v h o and li c. Ram, under . sixteen months, shorn (0)— Canterbury Agricultural College 1 annd v h c, R. and J. Reid 2. h e and o. Two rams, under sixteenmonths (8) —lsaac Androw I, R. and J. Reid 2.

ENGLISH LEICESTER EWES, (Judge: Mr T, 8. L'ttle.) Ewe, ovor twenty-eight months, with lamb (B)—R. and J. Reid 1, Isaao Andrew 2 and v h c, Canterbury Agricultural College b and o. Ewo, over sixteen months and under twenty-eight months with lamb (7) —Isaac Androw 1,2 and ho, R. and J. Reid vh o, Canterbury Agricultural College o. Ewe, under sixteen mon'hs (9) —Isaac Andrew 1 and h o, R. and J. Reid 2 and c, Canterbury Agricultural College v h c. Ewe, under sixteen months, shorn (8) —It. and J. Reid 1, 2 and v h c. Two! ewes, under sixteen months (5) —R. and J. Reid 1 and h o, Isaac Andrew 2 and v h o.

BORDER LEICESTER RAMS. (Judge: Mr J. J. M’Crostie.) Aam, ovor twenty-eight months (2)—* James Ross 1, D. M, Suther'and 2. Ram, over sixteen months and under twenty-eight month o (5) —D, M. Sutherland 1 and special, Canterbury Agricultural Col’ege 2, v h c and o, James Ross h c. Ram, over six'eon mouths and under twenty-eight months, shorn (3) —D. M. Sutherland 1. Canterbury Agricultural College 2 and vh o. Ram, under six*een months (6) —D, M. Su*herland 1, and 2, James N. Boag v h c, Canterbury Agricultural College h c, 3 nines Ross o. Ram, undor sixteen months, shorn (2) —D. M. Sutherland l, Canterbury Agricultural College 2. Two rams, under sixteen months (3) —D. M. Sutherland 1 and 2, James Rosa v h o

BORDER LEICESTER EWES. (Judge: MV W. P. Archibald.) Ewe, over twenty-eight months, with lamb £8) —James Ross 1. D. M. Su'herland 2. Ewe, over sixteen months and under twentyeight months, with lamb (5) —D. M. Sutherland 1 and special, James Ross 2, James N. Boag v h o. Ewe, under sixteen months (6) —James N. Boag 1, James Roea 2 and v h c, Canterbury Agricultural College h e. Ewe, under sixteen months, shorn (6) —D. M. Sutherland 1,2 and vh o. Two ewes, under sixteen months (2) —Jamoa Boss 2,

LINCOLN RAMS. (Judge: Mr A. E. Anderson.)

Hem, over twenty-eight months (3) —Albert E. Witholl 1, Sir George Clifford 2, hew Zealand iand Australian Land Co. v h o. Earn, over sixteen months and under twentyeight months (7) —Albert E. AVithsll 1, v h o and c. Ram, over sixteen months end under twenty-eight months, shorn (4)--Now Zealand and Aus.ralian Land Co. 1, Albert E. Witholl 2 and v h o. Ram, under sixteen months (8) —Albert E. Withell 1 and v h o, New Zealand and Australian Land Co 2. Ham, under sixteen months, shorn (3)—Albert Et Withell 1, Now Zealand and Australian Land Co, 2 and v .h c. "Vo rams, under sixteen months (3)—Albert E. Withell 1, New Zealand and Australian Land Co. 2 and v h o. LINCOLN EWES. (Judge: Mr A. E Anderson.) Ewe, over sixteen months, with lamb (C) — New Zealand and Australian Land Co. 1 and 2, Albert E. Witholl v h o. Ewe, under sixteen months (5) —New Zealand and Australian Land Co. 1,2 and v h o. Ewe, under sixteen months, shorn (5) —Albert E. Withell 1, New Zealand and Australian Land Co. 2 and v h o. Two owes, under sixteen months (3) —New Zealand and Australian Land Co. 1 and 2, Albert E, Withell v h c. ROMNEY RAMS. (Judge: Mr W. Small.) Ram, over sixteen mon.hs and under twenty-eight months (I)—lsaac Andrew 1. Ram, under sixteen months (2) —Canterbury Agricultural College 1. Ram, under sixteen months (1)— Canterbury Agricultural College 1. Two rams, under sixteen months (1) — Canterbury Agricultural College 1. ROMNEY EWES. (Judge: Mr W r . Small.) j Ewe, over sixteen months, with lamb (1) Canterbury Agricultural College X. Ewe, under sixteen months (2) —Canterbury Agricultural College 1 and 2. Ewe, under sixteen months, ohorn (X)— Canterbury Agricultural Collego 1. Two ewes, under sixteen months (1)— Canterbury Agricultural College 1. SOUTHDOWN RAMS. (Judge: Mr W. Little.) Ram, over twenty-eight' months (2) —Isaac Andrew !,■ Canterbury Agricultural Collego 2.

Ram, over sixteen months and under twenty* eight months (4)—Canterbury Agricultural Ccllego 1 and 3. Ram, over sixteen months ami under twenty-eight months, machineshorn (3) Isaao Andrew i 2 Ram, undor sixteen months (6) J.ano / ndrew 1, Canterbury Agricultural Collego 2. Ram, under sixteen months, machine-shorn MlCanterbury Agricultural College 1 and 2. Two rams, under sixteen months (8)— Canterbury Agricultural Collego I, H . J. Andrew 2. Challenge oup for best ram by imported rum (s)—lsaao Andrew.

SOUTHDOWN EWES (Judge: Mr W. Little.) Ewe, over sixteen months, with lamb (6)Canterbury Agrioultural College i, Isaac Andrew 3* Lwe, over s»xtaen months, machineehorn (i)—Canterbury Agricultural Collego 1 l! nc * kw®, under sixteen months G)—H. J. Androw 1, anti special. Ewe, under “wm o mnc J ,Jna -«horn (7)-Isaac Andrew 1 ond 2. Two ewes, under sixteen A “ r,cuiturjil

SHROPSHIRE RAM 3. (Judge: Mr David Evans) Ram, over twenty-oight month* (4V_CanAer r C ° ;i «£o 1, Leonard White 2 and c. Ram, over uxteon month* and under twenty-eight months (4)—Sir George Clifford y and apec j a ] Leonard White 2, Sir George Clifford c. Ram, over sixteen months and undor twonty-oisrht months, machine shorn (l)-Leonard White 1. Ram, luidsr six,eon months (7) —Canterbury Agrioultural College 1, Leonard White 2, Canterbury Agricultural Collego v h o, Isaac Andrew c. 11am, under sixteen months, machine shorn (<)—• Sir Gcorgo Clifford 1, Leonard White 2, Two rams] 1 under sixteen montha (2)—Leonard White 1. Sir Goorgo Clifford 2, SHROPSHIRE EWES. (Judge: Mr David Evans).

Ewo, over sixteen months, with lamb (8) Isaic Andrew 1, Loonard White 2. Ewe. over sixteen months, machine shorn (2)—Sir Georgo Cifford 1 and 2. Ewe, under sixteen months (s)—lsaac Andrew 1, Canterbury Agricultural Collego 2, Loonard White o. Ewo, unejor six'een months, machine shorn (3)—Leonard White 1, Sir Georgo Clifford 2 and v h c. Two. ewes, under sixteon months (3)—Leonard White 1, Sir Georgo Clifford 2.

RYELAND HAMS. (Judge - Mr Rupert Parry.)

Ram, over twenty-eight months (I)—lsaao Andrew 1. Ram, over sixteen months and undor twenty-eight months (3)—lsaac Andrew 1, T. A. Stephens 2 and vh o. Ram, under sixteen months (2)—lsaao Andrew 1. Ram, under sixteen months, machine shorn (I)—lsaac. Andrew 1.

RYELAND EWES. (Judge: Mr Rupert Parry.) Ewe, over sixteen months, with lamb (3)— Isaao Andrew 1 and 2, T. A. Stephens v h o. Ewe, under sixteen montha (3)—lsaao Andrew 1,2 and vh o. Ewe, under sixteon months, machine shorn (2)—lsaao Andrew 1 and 2.

CORRIEDALE RAMS. (Judge: Mr J. W. Trolove.)

Ram, over twenty-eight months (20)—New Zealand and Australian Land Company I, Leonard White 2, 0. H. Ensor 8 and v h o, Hugh Ensor h o and c. Ram, over sixteen months and under twenty-eight months (17) —Leonard Whito I, 2, 3 and h c and Breeders’ SHeld, C. H. Ensor v h o, Hugh Ensor c. Ram, ovor sixteen months and undor twenty-eight montha, shorn (B)—R. and J. Reid 1, Leonard White 2, v h e and h o, Owen T. Evans c. Ram, under sixteen months (28) —New Zealand and Australian Land Company 1,2, 3 and v h c, C. H. Ensor h c and c. Ram, under sixteen months, shorn (12) —R. and J. Reid I and °i 0. H. Ensor 2, New Zealand and Australian Land Company 3, Leonard Whi'o v h c Mid h o. Two rams, under sixteen months H3l— Zealand and Australian Land Company 1 and 2, William Mackintosh 3, C. 11. Ensor v h c, John Stringfollow h o, G. D. Greenwood o.

CORRIEDALE EWES. (Judge: Mr E. A. Weld.)

Ewe, ovor twenty.eight months, with lamb (9)—New Zealand and Australian Land Company 1 and v h o, Leonard White 2 and h c, John Stringfellow c. Ewe, over sixteen ruonlhs and under twenty-eight months, wi.h lamb (10)—Now Zealand .and Australian Land Company 1,2 and 3, Leonard White v h c and h c, C. 11. Ensor e. Ewe, under sixteen monihs (15) —New Zealand and Australian Land Company 1,2 and 3 and Breeders’ Shield, Leonard White v h c, C. H. Ensor h/o and c. Ewe, undor sixteon months, shorn (10) —R. and J. Reid 1 and 2, Lcona r d White 3 and vh o, New Zealand and Australian Land Company h o and o. Two ewos, under sixteen months (13) —New Zea’and and Australian Land Company 1 and 2, Leonard White 3 and v h c, C. 11. Ensor h o and o.

HALF-BRED RAMS. (Judge: Mr W T . Mackintosh.)

Ram, ovor twenty-eigiH montha (2)—Sir Georgo Clifford 1 and 2. Ram, over sixteen months and under twenty-eight months (2) —Sir George Clifford 1 ond 2. Ram, over sixtoen months and under twenty-eig)it months, shorn (2)—Sir Gcorgo Clifford 1 and 2. Ram, under sixteen months (2)—Sir George Clifford 1 and 2. _ Ram, under sixteen months, shorn (2)— Sir Goorgo Clifford 1 and 3.

HALF-BRED EWES. (Judge: Mr W. Mackintosh.)

Ewe, over sixteen months, with lamb (2) — Sir George Clifford 1 and 2. Ewe, under sixteon months (2) —Sir Gcorgo Clifford 1 and 2. Two ewos, undor sixteon months (I)—Sir George Clifford 1. FAT SHEEP. (Judge: Mr J. C. Clarkson.)

Three short-woollud purebred or crossbred wethers, Down, Kyotand or Dorset liqen, over months and under twenty-eight months (5) —T. A. Stephens 1, A, W. Adams 2. Joseph Brooks v h o. Three Bhort-woolicd purebred or cross-bred wethers, Down, ltyoland or Doreot Horn, under Bixteen months t 3) —W. W. M’Cloiland 1, T. A. Stephens 2. Three shorl-woohed purebred or cross-bred ewes, Down, Ryoland or Dorset Horn, under sixteen months M) —George M’Boan 1. Threo long-wooilod wethers, over sixteen months and under twenty-eight months v 6)—W. B. Clarkson 1, W. W. M'Clelland 2, Georgo M’Boan v h o. Three long-wool led wethers, under sixteen months (5) —W, B. Clarkson 1, W. W, M’Cloiland 2, A. W. Adams v h o. Three Corriedale or half-ored wethers, over sixteen months (2)—W. AY. M'Clelland 1, George M’Bean 2. Three Corriedale or half-bred vvo'liers, under sixteen months (I)—W. W. M’Clelland J. Throe wethers, any cross, live weight not exceeding 1301 b (5) —W. W. M'Clelland 1, George M’Bean 2, A. AY. Adams v h c. Three wethers, any cross, in wool, live weight not exceeding 1101 b (2)— George M'Boan 1, Joseph Brooks 2. FAT LAMBS, (Judge: Mr J. C, Clarkson.) Three long-woolled, live weight not exceeding 60lb (1) —AV. W. M'Clelland 1. Three short-woolled lambs, live weight not exceeding 801 b (I)—AV. AV. M’Clelland 1. Throe own or wether long-woolled lambs, suitable for butchers' purposes (I)—AY. W. M'Clelland 1. PRIVATE PRIZES. , PREEZING SHEEP. Three sheep, live weight not exceeding MOlb each (3) —W. AV. M’Clelland 1, Joseph Brooks 2 and special.

CATTLE

SHORTHORNS. (Judge: Mr W. Gibson.) Bull, over eovonteen months (5) —Knapdale Estate 1, W. 13. Cunningham 2, J. Nixon v h e, Leonard Whito h c, John Deans c. Two-year bull (8) —Knapdale Estate 1, John Nixon 2, 3 and k c, J. H. Panr.ett v h c, Robert Peach c. Yearling bull (21) —John Nixon 1, J. C. N. Grigg 2, h o and c, J. C. Chamberlain 3, Leonard Whito v h o. Bull, under ono year (18) ICnapdala Estate 1, John Nixon 2,3, v h o and h c, J. C. N. Grigg c. Cow ot heifer, over three and tv half years (10) —John Deans 1, Canterbury Agricultural Collego 0, AY. B. Cunningham 3 and c, John Nixon v li c and h c. Hei(er, under threo and a half years, in milk or in calf (s)—John Nixon 1 and v h c, Robert, Poach 3, Canterbury Agricultural Collog-o h c: Two-vear heifer (6) —Ktiapdalo Estate 1, J. C. Chamberlain 2, John Nixon v h c, h o and c. Yearling heifer (9)—Leonard White 1, John Deans 2, J. C. N. Grigg 8, v H c and h o, John Nixon o. Heifer, under or.e year (10) —• Knandalo Estate 1 and v h o, John Nixon. 2 and o, J. C. N. Grigg 8, L. White h c. Threo bulls, any eve, bred by exhibitor (5) —John Nixon 1 and v h o, Knap-dale Estate 2, J. C. N. Grigg h c. Three cows or heifers, any ago, bred hv exhibitor «) Knandalo Estate 1, John Nixon 2 and h c, J. C. N. Grigg v h c, Robert Peach c. MILKING SHORTHORNS. • (Judge: Mr W. Gibson.) Yearling bull (12)—T, C. Chamberlain 1, J. C. N. Grigg 2. Bull,' exceeding eovonteen months (I)—Canterbury Agricultural College 1. Cow cr heifer, over forty-three months, in milk (i)_Mental Hospital 1Threo heifers, threo years or under, by ono »iro (2)-J. c. N. Grigg 1, John Nixon 2. RED POLLED CATTLE. (Judge: Mr H. H. Olsen.) Bull, over thirty-one months (2) H. Rhodes 1, Mental Hospital 2. Bull, over nineteen months (S)~R H. Rhodes 1 and 2 and h c. Cow or heifer, over nineteen months (3)—R, H, Rhodes 1 and 2 and h c.

oT,er nineteen months (6)—R. H Rhodes 1 and 2 and v h o.

JERSEYS. (Judge: Mi- 8. R. Lancaster.) Two-year bull (2)-H. E. B. Watson 1 and ioarluig bull (I)—W. H. Weir 1. oow or heifer, in milk or in caff (3)-H. L. B. Watson 1 and 2. Heifor, under years, in milJt or in calf (1) _ , Wa ts°n 1. Heifer, under thirty months (2)—John Fleming 1 and 0. Yearlyß n el \v , <3/ '~ Jo!ln Fleming 1 and 2, 11. ■ ’l, °j ßo , u v k o. Three cows or heifers, hied by. exhibitor (2)— IL E. B. Watson John Fleming 2. **'

GUERNSEYS. ißnli „ U Lancaster.) it c ’o t-I”, thlr ty-ono months (1) —Oiaptam since Juno 30 A m holfer ’ —finntain w b ’_. ln Hillk or in calf (2) Yeorffm* S ’ I' Kyl ° LT. H. Brake 2. I t! ± Brake (2 2 ) .~ Captafn H - S. S. Kylo

AYRSHIRBS. fJu.gv,. Mr H. H. Olsen.) 1 B lohn^°fk thir o y 'T no moutl w (3) —A. Gillies Bull under Tf’ Mrs Allni ® 0 Read v h o. unde, nineteen months',2, ti't ' Parlane 2. Cow or li'P 1 ' Gllllo3^’ 1 J ° hn months m rJ, ,? r , ' len - r , ovor thirty-ono months (7)—Job,, P kllo } an(J G ' ali under fofjthreo'mon;,, 2 hc ' Htifer ’ (')-J. Parlane i h WS- W Mrs Annio C. B«td b* H ' ir-?’ thirty-ono months in Jui Uclfor - under 11. Bliss, jun. 1 and ? ‘ °ti x , n calf , (1) ~ Yearling heifor (7>!-}r ar,an ® v h a. lane 2 and o ( > I>hss - J un - LJ. Par-

friesians. h 0. Bull under Klc kard Newell J. C. N. G.ri gP - j], L hl^. nwwlthß (SiBull, under nine A R " 2 and v h o. Agricultural College Ta d !f ) -^ anterb «? Ovortor. 2. Heif«r ~ . 3 J T,loraßa H. (l)-Arthur S Elworthv 1 "v^R 6 (fn_\Y M’T,noi,io , s? l - roarlmg heifer s! EkS/f 11 tVump Bros, a,"Arthur

FAT CATTLE (Judge: U: j. Ogi'lvy.) i™ ,i“” a-r n T, buTjocke ft)— p. bullocjis (I)—F. G Frampton 1

horses.

DRAUGHTS. (Judges: Messrs J. W. Blair, A. Campbell and J. Grant.) R,», nhr i 0 ’ n V * r n lo I ny ' throa months (7)-J. Boat 1, D. G, \vrigin 2. r.nta'o, under iAr s'T mon n ihs Wh-K. Jenkins 1, Peter bhearor 2. Entire, uiM:r thir.y-ona months (3;—Potor Shearer 1, AliJn Bros. c. “ T fo , al W- J : * ioai! L Mara > wilh loa (4) John WylJio 1, E. E. Jenkins 2 * ndv -throe-year filly (2)-John Shearer ’pi E - J eilJ{ ‘“8 2. Three-yoar ge.dmg (2) — x eter Shearer 1, R, Coleo 2. Two-year filiy (7)—D. G. Wright 1, John Slioaror 2, a . n ,(® r^ury Agricultural College 3. Two-year goi'dmg (I)—Peter Shearer 1. Yearling colt or geiding (12)—J. Boag 1, W. J. Loak 2, E. Hall 3, T. Wyllje v h o. Yearling filly (12) D. G. Wright 1, Pelor Shearer 2, W. 0« Rcnnio 8, E. Hall v h o. Gelding, any a R° (4) -W. O. Rennie 1, John Gillanders 2. Dry maro, ony age (6)—D. G. Wright 1, W. J. Doak 2 and v h e, J. Boag h o. Entire, with two of his progeny (1) —J. Boag 1. Mare, with two of her progeny (4) — D. G. Wright 1, E. E. Jonkina 2. Pair geldings (I)—W. O. Rennie 1. Pair nmres (3) —W. J, Doak 1, J. Boag 3. Four mares of fillies (1) —E. E. Jenkins 1. Four progeny of ono stallion (4)—Peter Shearer 1, J. Boag

HARNESS HORSES. (Judge: Mr J 0. Coop.)

Mare or gelding, non-previous prize-winner (9)—Miss E. A. Birdling 1, L. W. Storry 2, H. M. Burgin 3, W. J. Parry h c. Dogcart horse (10)—Miss E. A. Birdling 1, L. W. Storry 2, D. W. Weslenra 3, Mira M. M’Carthy h c. Gig horse tlO) —R. J. Mawson 1, 11. D. Muir 3, 11. M. Burgin h o, Miss Janet Storry o.

PIGS.

(Judge: Mr W. Moses.) Berkshires.—Boar, any age (2)—o. Bilcc 1, YV. H. Stephens 2. Boar, under f.iirteen months (3) —G. H. Barnett 1, C. Bnoo 2. Boar, under eight months (O)—C. Brice 1 and 2. Breeding sow, any age (4) —AV. 11. Stephens 1, C. Brice 2. Sow, with litter (2)—C Brice 1, A\ r H. Stephens _2. Sew, under fourteen months (2) —C. Brice 1 and 2. Sow, under eight months (2)—C. Brice 1 and 2. YORKSHIRES. Boor, any ago (1) —C. Brice 1. Boar, under fourteen months (I)—C. Brice 1. Breeding sow, any ago (2)—C. Brice 1, AV. 11. Stephens 2. Sow, with littor (3) —C. Brice 1, Montal Hospital 2. Sow, under fourteen months 12)— 0. Brice 1 ’and 2. Sow, under eight months (2)—C. Brice 1. TAMAVORTUS. 'Sow, any ago (I)—C. Brice 1. Porkers and baconora (any breed). —Three porkers, not exceeding 1101 b live weight (2) —Charles Price 1, Mental Hospital 2. Three porkors, not exceeding 1261 b live weight (2) —Charles Brice 1, Mental Hospital 2. Throe bnconors, not exceeding 2001 b live weight'(2) —Mental Hospital 1, Charles Brice 2. Threo baconora, not exceeding 2501 b live weight (2) —Charles Brice 1.

DAIRY PRODUCE.

FACTORY BUTTER. (Judge: Mr S. Clayton.) Fresh table butter (3)— Canterbury Central 1 Co-operative. Dairy Company, Ltd. 1, Tai Tapu Co-operative Dairy Company, Ltd. 2, Sefton Mutual Dairy Produce Association, L;d. h o. Butter fit for export (3) —Canterbury Central Co-operative Dairy Company, Litd. 1, Tai Tapu Co-operative Dairy Company, Ltd. 2, S of ton Mlutual Dairy Produce Association, Ltd. v h e. HOME-MADE BUTTER. Freeh table butter, not separated (5) —Mrs J. Borgfeldt (Rangiora) 1, Mis AY. J. AVhito (Amberley) 2, Mrs J, AV. Butterfield 3. Tresk tab.a butter, separated (6) —Mrs J, Fleming (Balcairn) two entries equal 1, Mrs JB. Busch (Amberioy) 3. Table butter, made upon farms not exceeding 600 a or os (4) —Mrs J. • Fleming t'Balcairn) 1 and 2, Mrs H. Busch. (Amberley) S. Table butter, non-previous pme-u'innors (G)—Miss A. Busch (Amberioy) 3, Miss Nancy Rhodes (Amberioy) 2, Mrs J. \V. Butterfiold 3. Mrs C. Genet (Templeton) v k c. CHEESE. Cheese, fit for export (4) —Barry's Bay Dairy Factory 1, Pigeon Bay Dairy Company and Takama.ua Dairy Company (equal) 2. Whole unlit soft mild choose (1)~Pigeon Bay Daily Company 1. HONEY*. tJudge: Mr Ambrose Johnston.) Light amber liquid honey (5) —R. Donald 1, G. Lucas 2. Granulated honey (1) —G. Lucas 1. Medium amber liquid honey (6) — R. Donald 1, G. Lucas 2, Samuel Gardnor v hi e, Domett Apiary h o. Medium amber honey, granulated (2)—Samuel Gardiner I, G. Lucas 2,' Comb honey (2)—G. Lucas 1, R, Donald 2. Frame comb honey (3) —Samuel Gardiner 1. G. Lucas 2, A r alo Royal Estate h o. Yellow beoswnx (3>—G. Luea3 1, Samuel Gardiner 2 Bleached Beeswax (8) —G. Luoaa 1, Samuel Gardiner 0. Honey vinegar (2)— Domett Apinry 1, G. Lucas 2. EGGS. (Judge: Mr AV. E. Phillips.) Hen eggs, white (3)—Mrs F. Morrin, jtrnr. (East Eyroton) 1. Master Frank Farthing 2, Mrs Annie C. Read (Cheviot) v h c. Hen eggs, tinted (2) —Mrs F. Merrin, junr., 1 and 2. Duck eggs (3) —Mrs J. AY. Butterfield 1, Miss M. Middleton (Probblelon) 2 and v k c. BREAD, 'SCONES AND CAKES. (Judge: Mr AY. E. .Phillips.) Home-made broad (29) — Mibs Lily M’Dowell 1, Mrs iH. Busch 2, Mrs J. Fleming 3, Mrs A. H. Hays 4, Mrs M. E. Bonnett •), Mrs Hay Smith special. Oven scones (14)— Mrs \y. Syme 1, Mrs Selby AVeavers 2, Mrs R. M’Dowell 3, Mrs A. H. Hays v h o, Mrs AV. B. Giblett li c, Mrs F. Merrin, junr., c. \AVholomeal sconos (XI) —Mrs A. H. Hays 1, Mrs AV. Syme 2, Mrs D, Hampton 3. Mrs Selby AVeavers v h c, Miss E. V. Baker h o, Mrs F. Merrin, junr., c. Girdle scones (8) Mrs AV. Syme 1, Mrs F. Morrin, iunr., 2, Mrs R. M’Dowell 3, Mrs John Aitchiaon v h o, Mrs Selby AVeavers h o, Mrs M. E. Bennett c. Home-made ovon scones (6)— | Miss Lily M’Dowoll 1, Miss Nancy Rhodes 2 and v h ft. Mies A. Buech 3, Miss May

Malarkey h o, Miss Nona Brice o. Homemade fruit cake (11)—MisB E. Black 1 and h o, Mrs J. Fleming 2, Mrs C. E. Kay v h c, Mrs F. Merrin. lunr., c. Home-made sponge cake (14) —Mrs W. Symo 1, Miss Lily M’Dowell 2, Miss M. H. Griffi hs v h c> Mrs J. Fleming h c, Mrs C. E. Kay c.

SEEDS. (Judge: Mr H. J. Bowlker.)

Red clover or cowgrass (I)—Wright, Stephenson and Co.. Ltd. White clover (i) —Wright, Stephenson and Co., Ltd. Agricultural end garden seeds (1) —'Wriglit, Stophcnson and Co., Ltd. BASKETS AND TRAYS. Made by Returned Soldiers. (Judge: Mr lit Burson.)

Best collection of six baskets (7) —Private Gustafson 1, Private Irvine 2, Corporal Crooks 3, Private Jones h c. Beat collection of three trays (10)—Private Jeffs 1, Privcto Manning 2, Private M’Whannel 3, Prim o Irvino v h c, Corporal Crooks h o, J’rivute Brown c.

COMPETITIONS.

JUMPING. (Judge: Mr J. H. Macniven.)

Hunters, for non-previous prise winners (6) —F. 11. Ford’s Misty 1. Jumper, elceplecliaso stylo (10) —J, H. Selby’s Clarence 1, W. G. Gorard’s Tidal Wave 2, Miss Isabel Rutherford’s Hard Shag 3.

CHAMPIONSHIPS.

Tlia following champicnoliipii vrer« awnaded:— SHEEP. Merino.—Strong-combing: Ram James Stevens-m; reserve—C. Uoulter. Ewe—James Btovenson. Merino.—Fine-combing: liam—James Stevenson; rosorvo—Sir George Clifford. Ewe— Sir George Clifford; reserve—Sir Goorgo Clifford. Border Leicester*.—Rain—D. M. Sutherland; reserve —James Ross. Ewe—D. 11. Sutherland; reserve—James Ross. Romneys.—Ham—Canterbury Agricultural College; reserve—lsaac Andrew. Ewe — Canterbury Agricultural College; reserve— Canterbury Agricultural College. Ryelands.—Ram—lsaac Andrew; reserve— Isaac Androw. Ewe—lsaac Andrew; reserve— Isaac Andrew. Holf-breds.—-Ram—Sir George Clifford; reserve—Sir George Clifford. s Ewe—Sir Goorgo Clifford; reserve —Sir Georga Clifford. English Leieeoters,—Ram —H. and J. Reid; reserve—lsaac Andrew. Ewe—lsaac Andrew; reserve— K. and J. Roid. Southdowns. Ram —Canterbury Agricultural College; reserve —Isaac Andrew. EweCant erbury Agricultural Collogo; reserve— Isaac Androw. Lincolns.—Ram—Albert E. "Withell; reserve—Albert E. Withell. Ewe—N.Z. and Australian Land Company; reserve—N.Z, and Aus'ralisn Land Company. Shropshires.—Ram—CanteJrbury Agricultural Col'ego; reserve —Canterbury Agricultural College. Ewe—lsaac Androw; reserve — Isaao Andrew. Corriedales—Ram—New Zoaland and Austra'ian Land Company; reserve—New Zealand and Australian Land Company. Ewe — New Zoaland and Australian Land Com£anv; reserve—New Zealand and Australian, and Company. CATTLE. Shorthorns.—Bull— Knapdale Estate's Diamond Prince; reserve —-W. B. Cunningham's Orphan Clansman. Cow or heifer—John Deana’s Blithe 40th; reserve—Canterbury Agricultural College’s Lincoln Moffat 11th. Jerseys—Bull—H. E. B. Watson's Remarkable of Meadow Brook; reserve—H. E. B. Watson’s Meadow Brook Nobility. Cow or heifer—H. E. B. Watson’s Twylisb.’* Solid Gold; reserve—H. E. B. Watson’s Victoria Farewell. . . Ayrshirep.—Bull—Archibald Gillies a Sir William of Inglewood; reserve —John Fwlano’s Stylo of Porirua. Cow or heifer—John Parlano’s Sadio of Gowan Bank; reserve—--11. Bliss, jun.’s, Snowdrop 2nd of Gowan Frisians.—Bull—J. Briggs’s Tirania do Fries'and Park; reserve—J. C. N. Griggs Longbeach Big King. HORSES. Draughts.—Entiro—J. Bong’s Black Douglas; reserve—D. G. Wright's Boquan Kennedy. Maro—D. G. Wright’s Proud Beauty; reserve —W. J. Doak’s Peggy Ronald.

SPECIAL AWARDS.

GOLD MEDALS. W. Bassett and Co., “ Albion ” reaper. and binder, complete with 4 h.p. "Now Way -- engine; Dexter send Crozior, Ltd., “ Cleveland ’’ farm tractor (also special award); Woolston Tanneries, Ltd-, leather, leather goDds, eto. SILVER MEDALS. T. and S. Morrin, Ltd., a 7ft “Johnston ” ronper and binder, with Hausman’a binder hitch; The Efficiency Implement Company, double-furrow " Efficiency ’’ plough lift, ancl a three-furrow “ Efficiency ” plough lift; W. A. M’Laren and Co., Ltd., *m 8-16 h.p. Avery kcrosone farm traotor; Stevens and Sons, Blonheim and Christchurch, motor ambulance; British Distillate Company, products of coal tar; Reginald Collins and Co., Ltd., wines, etc. CERTIFICATES OF MERIT. Andrews Twine Company, Ltd., binder twine, rones, etc; Canterbury Frozon Moat and Dairy Produce Export Company, Ltd., preserved meats, eto.; Co., fur-

niture, etc.; Brown Bros., “ Duro ” automatic electric pumps, patent elootrio pumps and “ Graelectrio ” house lighting plant; New Zealand Refrigerating Company, Ltd., preserved moats, fertilisers, etc. Stevens and Sons, motor-car bodies and accessories; IV. Bassc't and Co., grain and manure drill and “Aspinwall” potato diggor; Steel Bros., vehicles.

AMONG THE EXHIBITS.

(Published by arrangement.) CLINCHER TYRES. THE ALL-BRITISH NORTH BRITISH. AN EMPIRE RUBBER EXHIBIT. Let your fancy carry you from the sultry,’ tropical rubber plantations to the battlefields of Europe, h ill in tho details as you may of the fight, anil you have the life story of thousands and thousands of the finest rubber tyres ever produced in this world tho Clincher Cross, famous wherever motorcars, motor-cycles and bicycles have sped their way even unto tho four corners of tho earth—thousands of tyres destined to “do their bit” in Britain,* fight for the freedom of the small na-

To be sure, the hustle and bustle and shouting anti hurrying of the Show Ground at Addington are not wholly conducive to meditation, but here, ui ill© building generally designated “ tho old produce siied,” is a haven or rest, and it is here tliat the great display of manufactured lubber, with one or two expressive sign cards, sots one wondering about the ramifications of that celebrated firm, the North British Rubber Company, Limited, of Castle Mills, Edinburgh. Tho romance of Empire is no more romantic than the story or tills great concern, and of' the many lands and many tongues of wlie people whence their raw materials como and whither their products go. They are linked up with us in the Antipodes through one of the most progressive combinations of energy and capital ui New Zealand, the firm of Messrs Hayward Bros, and Co., Limited, wholesale distributors in this country of tho whole of tile North British Rubbor Company's products. Principal among these, and tho principal feature in tho exhibit under notice come the Clincher tyres, “ the tyres that are superior.’ Success has amply rewarded tho manufacturers' strenuous efforts to place Clincher tyres on a supreme pinnacle in respect of quality, endurance and all-round excellence. That they have succeeded is borne out to the full in tho letters received from contented customers, testifying to the satisfactory results tho tyres are giving, and, further, in the rapidly increasing sales, which arc a practical proof of the esteem in which these tyres are held. For vears thoy have done all humanly Eossiblo to produce a tyro that should o perfection, and the huge resources of the Oastlo Mills (the largest of their kind in the British Empire), equipped with the most scientific and up-to-date plant, have been oombined to this end with painstaking and extended researca in remarkable now laboratories, and after much patient toil and protracted experiment the company feels it can honestly claim for Clinchers the words, “tho tyres that are superior. ’ The liowest star in the Clincher firmament is the Clincher Cross motor tyre, of which there are several fine examples in this exhibit. This tyre is without question a perfect all-rubber nonskid under all conditions of road. In addition to tho unique formation of tho troad, the quality of rubber used possesses a romarkaolo gripping power, which will enable tho tyro to hold tho road. Tho increased thickness of trend gi\As greater wearing surface and decreases to an absolute minimum tho liability to puncture, and at the same time gives tho highest mileage obtainable with increased comfort and perfect safety. This tyre, and the Clincher Dreadnought (suitable for Indian and Harley-Davidson motor-cycles) have made a name and fame for themselves on the battlefields of Europe, a sourco of gratification to the company at such a time, when quality in tyres is fraught with such grave possibilities. At the present timo Messrs Hayward Bros, i and Co., Ltd, have fair stocks of these. ; A plain trade tyre, known as “ Pattern : A.” gives wonderful service too, and < wins in comparison with any tyro of tho same calibre and construction on the world’s market. The manufacture ] of cycle tyres is a tremendous industry, i and recently tho British Government ! ordered from this firm of makers no 1 fewer than 205,000 Clincher Cycle j Vacuum groove tyred, each guaranteed < for fifteen months. There are several : grades, carrying the makers’ guarantee J

for six, nine, twelve and fifteen monthfS, according to grade. The North British Rubber Company’s solid band tyres are fitted on the bulk of commercial trucks in New Zealand, and although there has beon ever since the outbreak of war an insistent and constant demand for these fot military purposes, the works have proved equal to the task of suppyling the overseas trade with a British bulldog tenacity to hold this trade*

Garden hose, steam, delivery, suction, rock drill and spray hose are all constructed to give the users every satisfaction, anil have been before tho public for so many years that this fact is well established. Rubber belting is another specialty which is well known lo tho large mill owners tho Empire. “ Unique ” hot water Lotties; ■is sold by all the chemists and traders H'.'oug;hout the Dominion, are all test.i t-efore they leave the mills, and in -(.••••..sequence they outwear ■ all other makes. Rubber matting, sheet rubber, i bath plugs, buffers, waterproof cloth- > ing, motor-cycle belts, motor-cvcla waterproof suits, fishing and shooting waders? motor hood cloth, air pillows, waterproof bed sheetings, and many other linos make *up a list that is interesting to most people who are looking for the highest grade British innk« of rubber goods. \*

BARNETT AND CO.

“RITO” VETERINARY REMEDIES. - v Every farmer at some time' Or other* needs to know the best veterinary remedies on the market. Every farmer visiting the show to-day should make a point of seeing Messrs Barnett- and Co.’s exhibit of the “Rito” remedies, displayed in a tent on tho left of the roadway not far from the main entrance. Whilst tho firm is fan'ed for its specialising in medicines for ailments of stock, it can be' said that few businesses in Christchurch can show such n record of rapid and solid progress ns that of Messrs Barnett and Co-, Cathodral Square. -Their centrally situated and well stocked premises are known to all in search of pure drugs and chemists’ preparations, and are especially known to tho pnstoralist and farmer as the depot for veterinary remedies and veterinary instruments. Established over thirty-five years ago, the business has kept abreast of the times, and has displayed commendable enterprise in many directions} not the least important of which is their practice of always returning the prescription to the customer with their medicine. A recent purchase of this firm is the old-estab-lished Pharmacy of Barrett’s, Oxford Terrace, near the Hospital. This Pharmacy is now being re-stocked and brought to tho highest pitch of perfeotion. . ' ; ■- But to return to the show. .The major portion of the firm’s exhibit is devoted to a display of “Rito” veterinary medicines. It is confidently claimed for these specifics that in using thorn the pnstoralist and the farmer are making no rash experiment. The “Rito” remedies have stood the test of actual experience, and the numerous testimonials to their efficacy from wellknown farmers in different parts of (he Dominion show that they do all that is claimed for them- The purchaser is further protected :hy the fact that the firm has registered the word “ Rito nS 5n order to ensure that imitators shall not use it in describing their concoctions. Special attention is directed to the “Rito” colic drench, which gives immediate relief to horses arid cattle, and speedily cures colds, chills and other similar afflictions. “Rito” Balsam, a compound of pino and modern antiseptics, is invaluable and indispensable in every emergency affecting the health of animals, and is the host remedy for healing old and ,■ fresh wounds. Few* veterinary remedies ’ ate better known, and the Balsam has an increasing sale- “ Rito “ Tonic Worm Powders and “Rito” Condition Powder for horses and cattle, are of great efficacy in preparing stock _ for show purposes and toning up their general health. Harnett and Co. also show specifics for other ailments which are nil of proved value. A special feature is the firm’s veterinary instrument department. War conditions have resulted in a limited supply of such instruments, but Barnett and Co. posseo i largo and varied stock, and mako ft speciality of supplying veterinary medicine chests. Of great interest and importance to housewives, in town or country, whose winds are exercised bv the ever-present iroblem of the cost of living, is the exhibit of Now Zealand rennet manufactured by Barnett and Co. There are w more wholesome and economical lishes than junket, and from Barnet* uid Co.’s rennet delicious junket o-o«t ; )© made. With stewed rhubarb, op [

with stewed fruits, junket is not only a. tasty! dish, but, as it is predigosted, it'is of high nutritive value. '' DUNLOP RUBBER. COMPANY. YiTlie Dunlop Rubber Company of ' Australasia,- Ltd., can be cited as a good example of progress and enterprise. The name "Dunlop” is, of course, a household word. "When anyone hears it, sees it, or thinks it, there appears a mental picture oi the lyre which not only made the bicycle a practicable, inexpensive and pleasurable means of locomotion, but which, in its later developments, rendered possible tile motor-car also. Yet there may be still some who are not yet fully apprised of the fact that for the last eighteen years the Dunlop Rubber Company of Australasia, Ltd., besides the manufacture of their celebrated Cycle Tyres ■ (First in 1888—Foremost ever since), and tyres for any carriage you can travel in from tile cradle to tho grave—-Motor-cars, Motor-lorries, Mo-tor-cycles, Cabs, Buggies, Coaches, Perambulators, Trucks and Aeroplanes—turn out vast quantities of all and overy kind of Rubber Goods, now demanded by advancing civilisation. This Company, which holds all the parent English concern’s patents, trade marks and trading rights for' the whole of Australasia, now uses capital in the business amounting to over £1,250.000, all of Australian and New Zealand investment. With this amount and the goodwill involved in the name “Dunlop” at stake, operating in a market wholly confined to the Australian States and New Zealand, this Company must make quality their first aim. Its goods cannot be sold elsewhere. If they ate not "up to the mark” they cannot be shipped 13,000 miles away to “Foreign” or "Colonial” markets. They are, so to speak, made on the buyer’s doorstep. < . The Dunlop Rubber Company has built : up a great industry in these southern lands. At its .Mills at Montague, Melbourne, which stand over a ground area of over six acres, over 1800 workpeople are employed under conditions which cannot bo bettered in any particular in any part of the world. Yet, although tne rates of wages paid the operatives are higher than elsewhere,' so high is the standard of education, intelligence and adaptability in these young Dominions that the efficiency of their labour is high also. And they are operating a plant which comprises the newest and most perfect machines for the manufacture of Rubber Goods which human ingenuity has yet produced; and which is capable'of turning out as much as two hundred tons of rubber ware per week, and every ounce of it up to the value which the name “ Dunlop ” calls for. Wonderfully fine-and varied are the Dunlop Manufactures—Tyres of all kinds, Rubber in Sheets, Rubber in coils of cord and tubing, Rubber in Rolls; Hose of al kinds, Boot Heels and Soles; Hot-water Bags, Football Bladders, Tennis Balls, Jar and Bottle Rings, Engine Packing, Belting of all kinds, Mats and Matting, Waterproofs, Tobacoo Pouches, Wringer Rollers, Milking Machine Requisites, Gloves, Corks, Bandages, Studs, Springs, Buffers, Bands, Plugs, Valves, Washers, Ebonite Goods, etc.,, etc. These are Borne of the articles for the use of Australasians made at’ tho Company’s celebrated factory.

-V'-"We have just perused a small brochure, “ All about Rubber,” being a short description of its production and manufacture, a very compendious and most interesting little souvenir, which the Company will be happy to post to »ny of our readers on application. A tour through the greats Mill at Montague, Melbourne, is a liberal education in the science oi economical production. No New Zealander visiting . Melbourne should fail to pay a visit to this Mill, which is only a short distance from the city, being right alongside the Montague Railway Station, the first on‘the Port Melbourne line. There all visitors are welcome, and a competent cicerone is always ready to conduct them through its well ordered mazes. All the stages of rubber-manu-facture are laid down’ before them, from the washing of the crude rubber to where the giant presses and vulc.auisers give forth their products steaming hbt. The whole makes a journey both interesting and instructive, and ,not a little astonishing. -The Ihinlop Rubber Company, of Australasia, Ltd.,' have their Christchurch ’Warehouse at 116, Worcester 6treet, and their Wellington Ware- , house at 95, Courtenay Place, and their Auckland Warehouse at 62, Fort Streetwhile in Australia' they have branches in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth. and Launceston, and, as before mentioned, the Mills are at Montague, Melbourne. No one who attends the Christchurch Show should fail to visit the “Dunlop’’ Exhibit, where a fine display of their varied manufactures in Rubber can 'be including the new Dunlop White Tread Grooved and Red Tread Grooved Railroad Motor and Motor-cycle Tyres, which are giving Now Zealand . motorists such fine service and cheap mileage. Special attention should be devoted to the New Railroad'Pattern Motor Cover, as it is considered to be the most satisfactory solution of the skidding problem. Get <,a,Price List there, or write to any of their' New Zealand depots for ono. It will .pay you.

J. A. REDPATH AND SONS. A DISPLAY FOR MOTORISTS. Messrs J. A. Redpath and Sons, Limited, are exhibiting: Macintosh tyres, the Monkey Grip cold patch, and the Sandbo starter. Motorists, why pay big tyro repair bills for vulcanising, and run the rislc of having your tubes scorched P Reduce jour running cost and increase the life of your tyres by using Mioco Monkey Grip, the tried, tested and accepted self-vulcanising cold patoh. Mark you, Monkey Grip is no ordinary cold patch. Largo holes and gashes which it would be useless to attempt to mend, with an ordinary cold patch can be repaired permanently and quickly with Monkey Grip. Thus many discarded tubes or tyres may again be pressed into service with the help of this wonderful outfit. When you aro out on the road a hundred miles from nowhere, perhaps, you like to feel that if that weak tyre does blow out, you ha.ve something in. your kit that will fix it—at once. You want a patch that will save you the time, trouble and expense of • vulcanising, one that you can clap on to the tube and then pump up the tyre hard right away, knowing that the puncture or gash is permanently and absolutely healed. this is just how you feel when you keep a can of Moco Monkey Grip in your car.. It ia the world’s best casing patch, tile patch that seals the blow-out. This . patch consists of an exceptionally tough canvas and a combination of high-grade lubber, built to resist highest air pressure, hottest roads and hardest service. It makes a permanent repair guaranteed 'not to loosen, creep or blow through. It will repair any size cut or hole that a patch will cover, allowing but half an inch round the edges for the patch to cling to This is a cold patch—no heat to be used—pressure and heat from the casing in action does the business. The tyro can bo

run immediately after repairing without any leaf oi the pmen 'drying ott. In fact, it becomes more closely vulcanised with running. • Mucsrs ucapatn and .■.-ons, JL,ta, are mu Nov agents. 1 lie Sandbo starter for Ford cars' needs little booming, it is so effective, so inexpensive, that one cxpeeea soon to see every car of the kind utted with a S.vudbo starter. It entails tiio use of only about a filth as much effort as usual to start, to say nothing of saving tile driver tue trouble ot getting in and out of tno car. Tho uistrioution in New Zealand is controlled, by this progressive linn. Macintosh motor tyres are the product of Messrs Cbas. Macintosh and Co.’s factory at Manchester, England, who have been in the mdiarubber manufactuiing business for nearly a century, and from whom the waterproof “macintosh” derived its name. They were tho original patentees of vulcanised rubber. There are, obviously, many important points in the manufacture of a motor tyre,' but there are at least- two of paramount importance, viz., the strength and quality of tho fabric employed, and tire quality of the rubber used in tho manufacture of the casing. The ersing itself is tho heart and soul of tho tyre, and however good tho,tread rubber may be, the construction of tho casing must be equal to the varying strains placed upon it. Hence the very best fabric that can be obtained is used in the Macintosh tyre. It is made to our own specification, and every piece is subjected to exhaustive test before being used. Only the very finest rubber is employed in the proofing of this fabric, with the res lit that the casing or foundation of the tyre is as perfect as it is possible to make it. The quality of the Macintosh tread rubber is the result, of many years’ experience and test. It is of the highest grade, and at tho same time, owing to special processes of manufacture, intensely tough and strong, and very difficult to cut. .Experience has shown that success can only bo obtained by employing the best of everything, and the company’s aim and policy is to supply it. The Macintosh range includes the “ Non-Skid par excellence,” a fibre steel studded tyre, marking a new era in tyre construction; plain squaretread tyre with moulded finish; grooved tyre; and the three-ribbed tyre. All information as to sizes and prices are obtainable at the display, and from Messrs J. A. Redpath and Sons, Ltd., Cashel Street, the agents for Australasia. Another useful exhibit for which the firm has the South Island agency is the Ensign carburetter, the prime purpose of which is to create and continually maintain a perfect, powerful, and economical mixture in all altitudes and at all speeds. This claim might- be a big one, but the Ensign carburetter has proved that it can meet the bill. Tho Ensign carburetter is fool proof and when once adjusted requires no further attention; it works automatically. Following are some of the advantages to be secured by employing the Ensign(l) Maximum possible power and economy. (2) positively no “load up.” (3) constant performance under all conditions of weather and altitude without readjustment, (4) quick get-a-way in coldest weather without dash or other controls or wanning in any manner, (5) entire absence of gradual or other change of mixture or performance duo to wear of the parts of carburetter, (6) has no natural hesitation point, therefore no complicated contraptions to overcome the same, (7) all of these points without fouling of motor cylinders or spark Mugs. In a nutshell: without springs or poppet valves or any human agency the Ensign carburetter’s action shreds the fuel so fine that a perfect mixture under all conditions of climate and altitude is always obtained from any grade of fuel. The design is the reverse of common practice. The float valve and bowl and the gasolene connections are on top and can he dismantled instantly. The l . fuel is not sprayed into the incoming air by a. nozzle but flows from a submerged orifice downward in just the right proportion for a perfect mixture into a whirling mass of air, which breaks it up into a fine mist.

MESSRS T. AND S. MORRIN,

LIMITED.

PROGRESSIVE IMPLEMENT

IMPORTERS

Probably the most comprehensive exhibit of farm implements on the ground is that of Messrs T. and S. Morrin, Limited, of Manchester Street, Christchurch, in charge of the popular manager, Mr Bell. The leading feature, of course, is the Samson Sieve-grip Agrimotor. In these days of rapid development of power-driven farm machines, it is refreshing to find the Samson holding fast in public favour, on account of its very fine performances wherever used. Many of Canterbury’s most progressive farmers have found the Samson indispensable in solving the acute labour problem caused by tho withdrawal of our young manhood from the great primary industry. Less hired help has been required, yet work has been expedited and the cost lessened. The operating cost is. wonderfully small, and the work possible to be done is generally recognised to be beyond comparison with any other power. Oniy one man is necessary to operate both tractor and plough. It is low, light and short, 1 and will turn as on a pivot from one furrow to another. Its length enables it to reach close to the ends, and the headlands can bo ploughed with the land turned hard up against the fences. The drawbar at the rear of the agrimotor is so,arranged, that the implement can be placed to either side, so that the soil can be, tilled where the passage of the agrimotor is impossible. The “ sieve ” grip wheels cannot pack or consolidate the soil; in fact, its action breaks up the soil. Attached to the Samson Sieve-grip Agrimotor this year is the Hansmann binder hitch, an attachment which makes it possible to haul three or four binders, and to got the last binder into any corner just as easily as if only one were attached. The Hansmann binder hitch was tried on a farm in North Canterbury last harvest, and gave entire satisfaction.

The firm is specialising, as ever, in Planet Junr. horse-drawn implements. The No. 72 Planet Junr. two-row pivotwheel cultivator plough, furrower and ridger is the highest typo of two-horse cultivators, and it has not been exhibited by tbo firm iii Christchurch before. It completes two rows in a passage, all widths from 28 to 44 inches, inclusive, and is specially built to do this when the rows arc irregular, the operator making changes in width of gangs while in motion to suit the varying rows by means of convenient levers. Think of the saving piadc in cultivating perfectly two rows of potatoes, or any crops planted in rows, at- a single passage. It means double the speed at single cost, for the arrangement of the teeth is such that the ground is well tilled, and no open furrows are left next to the row, while ono man attends easily to the work with one team. The Planet Junr. orchard and universal cultivators are very light draft for the work they do. When the teeth are raised out of the ground the cultivators almost run on the horses’ heels, and the draft when at work is exactly

WV -US..-.. -r. wT.i ~ !in proportion to depth of woik. No • spring tooth will run ns light as tho | planet Jitnr. when working at the same i depth. Rhuiet. Jimi\ orchard cultivaI fon are very popular lor cultivation of | oichards. vineyard-; and for fallow land | work. They are also used for working I and billing crops when not over two ! feet high, s'leh as Loans, potatoes, e tc., ! doing two or three rows at one passage, j The teeth are reversible, self-sbarpeiw 1 ing, and specially hardened Sweeps of al! widths can be used for level cultivation, fnirowers for marking out or lulling rows from two to five feet apart, and ploughs for covering two or three row's at once. The No. 4P Planet Junr. js especially suitable for lucerne cultivation, and two were recently sold to the New Zealand Government for this purpose. The remainder of an excellent exhibit is devoted to the famous Johnson reapers and binders, mowers, reaping machines potato diggers, etc., a full catalogue of which will bo gladly posted on application. NORTH CANTERBURY FARMERS’ v FREEZING CO. EXHIBIT FROM THE KAIAPOT. WORKS. "N.C.F.” These letters are becoming well-known throughout Canterbury, and their bold appearance on the roof of a marquee on the Show Grounds yesterday was an indication to farmers that their own co-operatively owned freezing company was keeping well to the fore, as well as forming a standing invitation to all and sundry to 6how their interest in this rapidly-developing unit of the meat export industry. The company has been in actual operation for only a couple of seasons, and the second season’s returns showed a big increase upon the opening year’s. Present indications are for another busy season, and possibly double the number of sheep, lambs and cattle slaughtered at the works for export. Increased accommodation is to be provided. Tno exhibit features the products of the fellmongery department principally, including slipo and scoured wools, wool mats, and sheep and lamb pelts ready for export. Breeders’ samples of wool are of interest, too, to farmers. A sample of lambs’ wool on exhibition grow only a few days ago on semo prime lambs competing at the Lceston show. Co-operation is the keynote to-day of successful endeavour in any industry, and the people of Canterbury will watch with interest the development of this promising concern. CANTERBURY FROZEN MEAT COMPANY. ORIGINATORS AND FOUNDERS OF “PRIME CANTERBURY.” ALSO OF FAMOUS " C.F.M.” BRAND. No display on the grounds commands more attention than that of the Canterbury Frozen Meat and Dairy Produce Export Company, Ltd- The large and spacious building in which this display lias been arranged is a place in which visitors may spend much time to great advantage. Here, in a comparatively small space, is a compact, practical, invaluable grid enduring object lesson on what can bo done in tho industrial life of a young country. One of the impressions forced on the visitor as he enters the building is in regard to the aims and methods of this company which has played a very important part in Canterbury’s prosperous career. The company's chief aim is to achieve absolute excellence in every article sent forth frojn all the departments in its different works. The management and the staff take a deep and constant interest in the affairs of every client, whether small or great. The company therefore has a strong claim on the support of every farmer. The company, by its superior methods, even in the present exceptional trade conditions, has earned such a solid reputation on account of results obtained for clients, that it confidently invites comparison with the less advantageous results of any of its imitators. An Important fcaure of the company’s policy is that it does not buy stock, nor is it interested in the buying operations of any other concern. It, therefore, adopts an absolutely impartial attitude in dealing with the stock of all classes of clients. It is free to act in the best interests of those clients. This always has been the company’s'policy, judging by the admirable display on the grounds, and hv tho company’s popularity with the farmers of all districts, this policy lias been highly appreciated and amply justified. The company was the first purely farmers’ freezing company formed in the world. It opened up a fresh field of industrial enterprise, and it has kept in tho front rank ever since, and now claims to be the only farmers’ freezing company in Canterbury. The visitor may think of these facts as he or she walks through the building and realisos what the exhibits really stand for. The building is on the lefthand side of the main drive, close to the produce shed. The Belfast freezing works are well represented. It would be superfluous to detail the history of theso works and other works controlled by the company. Its works, indeed, are among the largest in the world in the meat industry, the killing capacity boing about two million sheep and lambs each season. The visitors to the building have an opportuntiy of inspecting tho innumerable details of the industry, right up to tho specimen freezing chamber, containing five of this season’s lambs frozen at a very -low temperature. The exhibit of wool is sufficient in itself to warrant a visit, no matter how little the time at disposal. All qualities are shown and all stages from tho raw state to the finished garment or mat. Deservedly won is the high regard paid bv experienced wool buyers to the “C.F.M.” brand. Another important feature is the collection. of tinned meats, tongues, etc., etc. These liavo been 6ent in enormous quantities since the outbreak of war to tho boys at the front, and tho demand for these favourite delicacies is so great that the company, despits its resources, is realv unable to cope with the orders, even though ■ 40001 b of meat can be put un daily. There must be a reason for this enormous demand, and this reason can be summed up in two words, “thorough excellence.’’’ Picnic parties, town and country wives, lonely bachelors, all agree in acclaiming the company’s tinned wares. The manufacture of manures has long been a speciality of tho C.F.M. Company, and whether the man on the land is growing grain, rape, turnips, mangels, potatoes or kale, etc., ho is well catered for. He is offered free advice as to tho best brand of manure to use on his particular soil, as the services of an experienced agricultural chemist are retained solely by the company for this purpose. It is not surprising, therefore, that the annual output from tile company’s manure works is enormous and increasing annually.

In conclusion, we might mention that the company, for purely patriotic purposes, erew on its form at Belfast over 9001 b of mangel seed, samples of which can be seen at the stand, and the germinating properties of which have been tested as absolutely satisfactory. Thero is also an exhibit of clover. It must bo remembered that this company is solely a farmers’ concern, all the shares being held bv Canterbury farmers. Tho company freezss on clients’ account only, and by a strict adherence

to a non-buving policy the company justly claims to keep the "Open Door,” .in contract to many similar works in New Zealand, which buy qn their own account. BLACKBURNE, SMITH AND CO. LITTLE'S SHEEP DIPS. At this firm’s tent is an attractive exhibit of Little’s well-known Flukkand Powder Sheep Dips. Up to the discontinuance of the auction wool sales, users of Little’s Sheep Dips took the top price in the Dominion at these sales for a dozen years in succession. They also obtained at the auction sales a long list of record prices for wool. These include the New Zealand record prices for 1906-1909/ 1909-1915, February 1915, November 11, 1915, and November 17, 1915, the last mentioned being 24Jd per pound; also tho following local record prices, viz.,, record prices for wool for the provinces of Hawke's Bay, Wellington/Canterbury, Otago, Southland and Westland. Little’s Disinfectants. (All British.) There is an exhibit of Little’s famous disinfectants, including the favourite "Little’s Fluid,” well-known for many years from Auckland to the Bluff; also "Little’s Hyphenoid,” which is twenty times stronger than carbolic acid, and is most useiul in cases of initcLious diseases, such as the prevailing epidemic /it influenza. The third disinlcctant us “ Moriitol ” (made in England), which is a perfect substitute for the German “ Lysol,” and can be used in exactly the same way as the once popular German antiseptic. Garden and Orchard Sprays. In addition to Little’s Sheep Dips and Disinfectants, there is also on view an excellent display of " Antipest” and "Pesticide” Spraying Fluids, also 'manufactured by Messrs Morris, Little and Sou, Ltd. Antipest is coming into much favour amongst rose growers for the destruction of green fly, for which purpose it is most effective, as well as being very economical.

Agricultural Lime. There is also a most interesting exhibit of agricultural lime, comprising both Burnt Lime and Carbonate of Lime (crushed raw limestone), tho lime being shown in the rough, and also in the finished condition, in which state it is fine enough to be sown with any drill or lime-spreader. . Messrs Blackburne, Smith and Co. have installed at their works at Mount Sornors an up-to-date plant for the production of Carbonate of Lime, which is the form most generally recognised as being best adapted to the requirements of Canterbury land. So gieat has been the demand for this lime, that, additional machinery is already required to cope with it, and this is now on the way from America, and will be installed at Mount Somers shortly. „ , Full particulars of all the above mentioned goods can be obtained from Blackburne, Smith and Co., 14b, Manchester Street, Christchurch.

FIRST QUALITY WORKMANSHIP. MOTOR-CAR BODIES MADE IN CHRISTCHURCH. With the central empires of Europe tumbling into rums, the need of, settling tho problem of post-war reconstruction becomes insistent. New land’s repatriation question is bound up with that of the encouragement of local industries. When New Zealand has made herself as self-contained as possible slio will have gained progress and prosperity. If the Dominion profits by the lessons of the war, she will herself manufacture, as far as possible, the things slio needs, and will add as much as possible to the value of tho goods sho produces for export. The war lias emphasised tile need for that. Yet there are still some people _ who are sceptical regarding the qualities of the manufacturers of the land they live in —people who attach an exaggerated value to the intrinsic merit of an imported article as against a local product. Fortunately, there are in the Metropolitan Show exhibits which demonstrate that there can be New Zealand manufactures no whit inferior to imported ones. There is the additional advantage that the needs of local conditions and the demands of local taste can bo more easily met in Now Zealand manufacturing. Tako, for example, the case of those who use motor vonicles, for either pleasure or utility. Only a few years ago the man who bought a motoi vehicle had to accept one of tho standardised types of bodies made by the car manufacturers. Now, however, the motorist can have built upon any particular chassis he likes a car body which will suit his own requirements and taste : n every particular, with ‘ the assurance that tho workmanship will bo as strong —without any increase in weight—and as well-finished, and the lines of the car as graceful as oven the best carmakers of tho Old World can turn out. That may seem a bold assertion, but the proof if it is at hand, in the products of the car-body works of the wellknown firm of Stevens and Sons, of 18, Lower High Street, Christchurch. In the last few years that firm has specialised in the making of motor-car bodies, with the result that its work is an undeniable proof of the high intrinsic value to which New eZaand manufactures can be brought. It wa3 the firm of Stevens and Sons which made tho body for tho fine motor ambulance which Christchurch now possesses. But even finer than that vehicle is another motor ambulance which is being shown in the firm’s tent at the Show Grounds. This was built for the p airau Hospital and Charitable Aid Hoard, Blenheim, and it is a more expensive vehicle than the Christchurch ambulance, because of its adaptation to the needs of the Wairau district. There, it may be required to go thirty miles to urgent surgical or medical cases, and thereforo it has been so fitted up that urgent operations may be perfoimed in the ambulance at the scene of an accident or on the roadside. The ambulance carries two wire stretchers, the wheels of which run into grooved carriers. The earners can be folded up, so that a fullsized hod may he lifted into the ambuLnnce !f necessary. The standards ot the stretcher-carriers are fitted with shock-absorbers. _ Consequently, with these and the wire stretchers vibration ,ond road-shocks are reduced to a mini-

mum. . There is a, folding-seat, upholstered in maroon leather, for an attendant. In a corner there is a convenient cupboard, the upper half of which is fitted wHfc bottle holders, for drugs, etc., while the lower half ip f° r surgical dressings, e tc. The interior of the ambulance is beautifully finished in white enamel. Externally,' the body is framed in ash and panelled with stained kauri. The body certainly is a splendid piece of work,‘and the “ finish of it is neat, and attractive. Another exhibit of the him is a sixseater hody built on a six-cylinder Buick chassis, to the order of Mr J. Jamieson, of Kaituna. It is a fine example of the firm’s success in turning out a roomy, comfortable, strong body and at the same time retaining gracefulness and lightness. This car is painted in purplish mauve—a rather striking colour, chosen by Mr Jamieson —with enamel finish. Although those people who have not yet seen the car migh t think the colour rather too striking, it is really such a well-selected one, and the painting has been so excellently done, that the effect is really artistic. It was greatly admired by many hundreds of people. The car is indeed a handsome and comfortable one. It is upholstered in green leather. The car is fitted with one of Stevens and Sons’ well-known rear wind-screens. In several other tents, occupied by the exhibits of motor-car dealers, are examples of the splendid painting work of Stevens and Sons. The neat, artistic finish of the painting on these cars, and its evident durability, aroused many encomiums.

Stevens and Sons specialise in rear wind-screens and also in front screen side-wings, which can be supplied to fit any car, and which aro of the highest grade of workmanship and finish. The firm’s work has become noted throughout New Zealand. Two motorcar bodies shown by it at the Hamilton Show recently aroused much admiration. One of the orders it has on hand at present is a limousine car-body for Mr Hugh Beetham, of “ Brancepeth,” Master ton.

The firm was awarded a special silver medal for its display of the motor ambulance, and a certificate of merit for motor-car' body.

DODGE BROTHERS’ OARS. EXHIBITED BY MESSRS J. S. HAWKES, LIMITED. An exhibit that attracted its full share of attention yesterday, and which is well worthy of inspection to-day by all interested in up-to-date motor-cars, is that of Messrs J. S. Hawkes, Ltd., distributors of the celebrated motorcars from the great factory of Dodge Bros., Detroit. These care havo rendered satisfactory service in all countries and under ail conditions. Their reputation for steady, consistent performance is so well and universally established that it is taken for granted. _ Their efficiency and the riding qualities of the car are generally conceded. In the same way the reputation of the car for economy is so well understood that the intending customer asks no questions upon this score. The beauty of the finish and its permanency, resulting from Dodge Brothunique process of baking the enamel on the steel body, are equally well known. People everywhere know these things, just as they know that the car is unusually long-lived, and that it always commands a high price when it passes from one owner to another, after thousands of miles of use. The name on the radiator is accepted everywhere as a voucher of value. When the first formal • announcement was made to the public two years ago, the makers said of the car: It speaks for itself. That is even more strikingly true to-day than it was then. Dodge Brothers believe that the permanence and stability i of their business depend upon the confidence people feel in the car and the two men who built it. Therefore, their entire time and thought are devoted to making the car better and better. You may be sure that the car is up to the high standard they have set for. it, if it bears their name. It goes without saying that Dodge Brothers will never do anything nor permit anything to be done wfhich might jeopardise the standing of the car with the publio. People have arrived at the conclusion that the Dodge Brothers give the manufacture of the car an unusual degree of personal attention ; and that the car is right, down to the smallest detail. All vital parts subject to strain are made from tbe costliest Chrome Vanadium steel; while drop forgings and drawn work are used extensively instead of castings. The 30-35 horse-power motor, the electric lighting and starting system, the fullfloating rear axle with spiral bevel gears, the one-man top and Jiffv curtains, are all indications of unusual value. The finish and equipment are of a high degree of refinement, as evidenced by the black enamelled' instrument hoard, the real grain leather upholstery, and the permanent lustre of the enamel baked on the steel body. The pressed steel mudguards are singularly beautiful; the cowl, graceful; the radiator, shapely. There is a true streamline effect from tonneau to radiator. Competent performance, unusual gasoline and tire mileage, and marked freedom from repair are common characteristics of all Dodge Brothers motorcars. They are the result of strength added to lightness, and balance added to both. Dodge Brothers roadster differs from the touring car only in body design. It is an ideal car for two, with generous lounginrr room and lufence room. Its grace of lino and design leaves nothing to be desired. Dodge Brothers closed cars, built completely in Dodge Brothers’ works, are but another example of fine manufacturing practice. As enclosed cars of exceptionally fine coaoh work, they convey a lasting impression of comfort, ouality and refinement. As open cars, the windows disappear hut remain readi’y accessible, and tlieir supporting pillars are removable, so that there is no obstruction from windshield to rear panel. The upholstering throughout is in highgrade cloth. In this type, as in. nil Dodge Brothers’ motor-cars, efficiency and economy are outstanding features. In the Show Grounds exhibit are two particularly handsome models, typical of the cars Messrs Hawkes’, Limited, have placed with discerning buyers, who are now’ satisfied users. One of these cars is a five-seater, in grey, enamel, sold to Mr W. R. Blank, of Christchurch, and the other, a black and grey, goes to Mrs Mercer, of Wniati. „ . . . , . Unusual excellence m finish is shown in the handsome violetenamelled model, with white wire wheels. When the prosent shinning restrictions are removed there will be renewed importations of these fine cars, and intending buyers are recommended to vet in touch with Messrs Hawkes, Ltd! right away, as the demand is sure to be keen.

NIAGARA LAWN SPRINKLER. The advent of the summer months will soon cause untended lawns to burn brown ana bare. But there is no neecsdty for any of our beautiful suburban viii as to lack the verdant lawn or freshlooking grass border, for there is. now beino- marketed by nil loading ironmongers, and shown in Messrs Reece's tent on the Show Ground, a now lawn 'inkier which is far ahead of any other sprinkler yet introduced. It is called the “ Niagara,” and m operation on the lawn reminds one of a beautiful fountain—the water spray rises to a height of 10 feet and distributes the water in an efficient and even manner over 30 to 40 feet, according to water .-sure The area which this marvelW little sprinkler covers is practically the size of the average household lawn. This it does in ,one operation, without {“L to bo moved from one spot to another. I* l fkis way they neither flood nor soak the lawn, and the natural is to encourage an evon and regular green sward of grass. The sprinkler s made of heavy brass B*in in dianL+cr and the connection is the usual British Standard It has three rows of holes, whioh account for th*

regular light sprav so fascinating and spectacular in effect. There is P° s Jj tively nothing else like tTie “ Niagara sprinkler on'the market. It is soid at 8s Gd by Messrs E. Recce, Ltd., and all those who take a pride in their lawns should hasten to possess themselves or such an essential device. Messrs James Rodger and Co., Manchester Street, Christchurch, are the wholesale distributing agents for New Zealand.

MASON, STRUTHERS AND CO. Mason, Struoners nave a very compact ana iuscrucuive exmoit, tue principal attention Doing uevoted to a uispiay 01 Aifa-Lavai maim separators, auu tne Alfa moiiovv Wireingutmgoysteni. especially interesting aiso is tne collection of claims and uuttermakers. 'me new Alta-Laval separator has many improvements winch should gain the appreciation of the dairy experts. ine supply can is seamless, 'ower and Winer than in the previous models though of the same capacity —and can thus be more comfortably filled, l'fie faucet on the new machines is large, so that the supply can is more easily emptied, and the skimming capacity can be kept more constant at the different heights of the milk. ihe cream and skim-milk covers have been maintained in their old suitable forms. -Ihe float has been improved, but the sellbalancing bowl, which was introduced in 1911, has been maintained. As has been proved the self-balancing bowl many advantages- A special feature of this new bowl type is that the different parts are constructed in a way which makes it absolutely impossible to put together the bowl except when they are mounted in their proper positions, that is to say, when the bowl is put together and the nut fixed, everything is undoubtedly in order. The greatest difference between the AlfaLaval Separators,latest models and the preceding types lies in the frame, which is of-entirely new design. The frame, as well as the crank, the supply-can bracket, etc., has been made smooth and rounded, and is quite free from corners and recesses where dirt can accumulate, and is therefore easily kept clean. The ratchet has been removed from the driving-wheel to the worm-wheel shaft, where it works more direct, and contributes to the noiseless running of the machine. One of the most prominent improvements of the new model is the new. lubricating arrangements. The machine is automatically oiled by a single sight-feed lubricator, and there are no holes for direct oiling. The automatic lubricating system reduces the oil consumption to a minimum, and the separator is neither too much nor insufficiently lubricated. On account, of the new automatic oil system it is stated the Tlfa-Laval Separators can hardly be worn out. The Alfa Hollow-Wire Lighting Systems are held in stock and erected complete by Mason, Struthers and Co. The system is said to bo the simplest lighting installation known. A complete hollow-wire plant can bo installed in a few hours by the most inexperienced, without the necessity, of tearing down walls, or marring ceilings in any way. The system consists of a reservoir, connected by means of very pliable hollow tubing, the size of an ordinary match, to the different lamps. The hollow tubing is practically unbreakable, and can be branched off in different directions. The reservoir is filled with petrol or benzine. A few strokes of the pump will bring, the liquor to the lamps of the system, when it ft converted into a gas and thoronghlv mixed with air before it is burned up in tbe mantles. The mixing of the gas and air is automatic, and this mixed gas when it reaches the mantles, consists of about 95 per cent common, ordinary air and 5 per cent petrol gas. The lamps, therefore, practically bum all air, and that is one of the reasons whv they aro so cheap to maintain. All the varieties of lamps and fittings are well displaved, and an interesting half-hoim can be.snent in their inspection with elucidating remarks by those in charge.

BROWN BROTHERS. In a neat little exhibit, which is situated near the entrance to the grounds, Messrs Brown Brothers, the well-known electrical engineers and contractors, of 64.1, ColomOo Street, fiave a tent which was well thronged throughout yesterday by all classes, tor aithougn the exhibit is limited to less than a dozen different articles, they are of such a nature as to rivet the attention of both country folk and town dweller. One of the features . of Messrs Brown Brothers’ exhibition is a model of the Duro Pump, an apparatus which, though simple in design, is capable of doing herculean labours at a ridiculously small cost. Its simplicity is shown in the fact that it starts, stops, and regulates itself, while users of the Duro system aro able to dispense with both tanks and tank stands. The Duro pumps 750 gal of water per hour, and lifts up to 35ft. The same firm have many other pumping systems, which will bo explained to all who require information about them, the Eitz Steel Water Wheel, •which can be used where other pumps are useless, being a particularly attractive proposition for those who are situated where there are only small streams to be utilised. The Standard Electric Cooker, which, in these days of high fuel prices, should make an instantaneous appeal to the economical, is one of the most ingenious electrical appliances of its kind on the market. It is a labour-saving device, too, as well as ensuring that everything cooked in it will be done so in a scientific manner. Say, for instance, you wish _ to prepare sometliing that requires thirty minutes’ cooking. You place the food in one of the compartments, and then adjust the dial of a clock apparatus. If you should be called away for an hour or so you need have no fear that your dish will bo “ baked to frazzle,” for this unenviable happening is obviated by the fact that at the expiration of the time set on the clock, the 620-watt heater will cease automatically to operate, and the 40-watt heater bo turned on in its stead. The . advantage of this cooker are too obvious to dwell- on here, but for those who are anxious for further evidence, a demonstration will be given on tbe grounds. Another interesting exhibit is that of a model of a farm lighting plant, which enn bo supplied in three different sizes. The Grov Electric Plant can be supplied complete with storage batteries, two horse-power engine, etc., and

every country visitor should make it a point to make further inquiries about it. The Speedwell Pump, which pumps water at the rate of 12-0 gallons per hour, and forces water at the same rate, is another particularly valuable piece of apparatus which is shown in operation. • . BISHOP AND CO., WINE, SPIRIT AND TEA -tv' MERCHANTS. This veteran firm have a very neat exhibit, in the main being a display of their famous No. 1 wines. The firm established in 1854, have specialised for the private trade only, ana are the.oiily people in the line d'oing this- This being the case, the very finest qualities are only stocked. Moreover, wines apd spirits are required for medical purposes, and the firm are always at your service to consult as to what is best for the particular case. They are not •merely here on show days. Quality of the best and prices absolutely tile lowest leaves litrtle to be desirccl.

“ PERM’NENT ” PAINT. The Bntisfi Perm’nent Paint Company oi New Zealand Has an unusuany strong claim upon paint users, ana tna exmoit on the onow Grounus, alongsiua clie main roadway, is decidedly interesting. “ Perm nent” paint contains a genuine mineral pigment—natural and pure iron oxide precipitated by an electrical process—giving it a basis principle wnich is the greatest protection and preservative in Nature known. In is absolutely anti-corrosive, permanent in colour, and permanent in adliesion. Once put “ Perm’nent ” Paint on your roof, your bungalow, or any other buildings, and it is there to stay. Anyone can apply it and make a satisfactory job, as was proved by several lady .visitors yesterdy, whilst its goodness is proved by the farmers’ and others’ repeat orders to hand. “Perm’nent” Paint is something entirely different .from other paints. Practical results prove it better than the best yet known. Its covering capacity is phenomenal, while its density is such that one application will achieve what most other paints require two and three coats to accomplish. Only the best materials are used in its manufacture, and absolute uniformity of quality is ensured by the thorough grinding and milling of the product. It is _ made by men who understand the science of paint manufacture. “ Penn’< nent ” Paint, being rich in ferric oxides, lasts the longest. It belongs to a totally different group from the lighter shades of lead paints, which are essentially weak and perish quickly.. “Perm’nent” Paint is obtainable only in the popular Reds, Browns and Chocolate. Various shades of colour are supplied on application. By reason of its colour being non-fading, “Perm’nent” Paint is now being largely used in the painting of modern bungalow residences. *

STEEL BROS.. COACW AND BODY BUILDERS. A HIGH-CLASS EXHIBITION. The permanent pavilion of Messrs Steel Bros., on the left side of the roadway near the entrance, is resplendent in a coat of fresh white paint. Their exhibit of vehicles would do credit to any international show, so excellent ia the workmanship throughout. This, of course, is nothing new for Messrs Steel Bros., whose reputation for thoroughness in construction and for perfect finish has travelled far afield. Two rubber-tyred Ralli carts, with best leather cushions and Champion seat slide, one of them painted wine colour and the other in coachpainter red, are particularly handsome vehicles. Two Governess carts, eight gigs, two spring drays and a two-ton lorry are stiown, the whole affording a very convincing nroof of the completeness of Messrs Steel Bros.’ organisation. Recent years, of course, have added a fresh department to these well-known works, and there U not the slightest need for wonder that motorists are anxious to hand their body-building and car renovating to this firm. Canterbury settlers are prepared to swear by the “Steel” finisn, and we predict for the firm a very busy time in everv department of its works, Lincoln Road, Addington. Messrs Steel Bros, are certainly to be congratulated upon the excellence of their exhibit.

A GREAT LOCAL INDUSTRY.

WOOLSTON TANNERIES, LIMITED.

When one glances at the magnificent display which is made by the Woolston Tanneries, Ltd., at the Show Grounds, a patriotic New Zealander must feel some pride in the fact that the Dominion can boast of a firm which has long transcended the accepted standards reigning in the world of commerce. It is an axiom of a certain school of modern economists that in the present system of things goods ar° produced solely for profit; in other u-rds, the consumer, as long as his wants are satiated at the minimum amount of expense and trouble to the producer, should feel well satisfied .with his lot. Although, to the serious student of \ economics, this contention can hardiv be built up into a universal truth, it can scarcely be gainsaid but that it expresses an unfortunate tendency in modern business. The Woolston Tanneries, Ltd-, are not a firm of philanthropists; they have never laid claim to such a pretentious honour: but what they do claim is this, that they recognise that there are other things besides profits in the world, and. they are in a position to demonstrate in a very tangible manner this very Potent fact. What better evidence could they bring forward to prove the fact that the spirit of enlightenment permeates it, than the extraordinary liberal . treatment which is meted out to its employees?. And then the quality of the articles which it produces, and the reasonable prices at which they are soldDo not theso tilings go to prove that Christchurch has in its midst a firm which is a credit to the enlightened: spirit of the age, and one which is worthy of the support of every enlightened individual? The exhibit at the Show Grounds attracted the attention of many thousands yesterday, and it is evident from the eulogisms that were continually being passed upon the articles examined that the policy of the firm is bearing good fruit. In a comprehensive display leather goods of every conceivable size, shape and colour figured, from an insignificant-looking bootlace to the most stylish, footwear for the fair sex, while such mundane matters as harness leathers, multicoloured suede sheepskins, hydraulic leathers and sola leathers figured prominently, and were closely scrutinised by city and country folk alike. Another line which made a brave ‘ showing, and which were, perhaps, more thoroughly examined and incidentally earned more plaudits than anything else-on the stand, was the delightful assortment of ladies’ bags, all of which were modelled .in Christchurch, and which are a distinct credit* to local industry. They wero shown in all manner of styles. Skins skilfully treated to take the effect of crocodile skin were also displayed, while in Juxtaposition with the skins in their raw state- Boots, besides those made to adorn the dainty feet of the fair sex, represented men’s footwear from. Christchurch and Dunedin manufacturers Suede cushions, in a number of Eicturesque and beautiful shades, found igh favour, and many inquiries were made by those, who were anxious to' present something ‘‘out of the ordinary” to their friends at Christmas. “ Perfectan ” belting leathers, hydraulic leathers for pump caps, ram caps, rubber leathers for woollen mills, which were imported, portmanteaux, and a multitude of other ar-‘ tides, all bearing the well-known brand of “ Perfectan,” reflected the complete*

' ness of the plant and the undoubted I skill 'of the experts. That the universal chorus of appreciation was well founded was borne out later, when it was announced that the firm had secured a gold medal for their exhibit, which is in itself the highest testimony to the general excellence of the products of the Woolston Tanneries, Ltd. The magnitude and excellence of the display drew from a much travelled agriculturist an expression of opinion that the metropolitan show could with advantage take on something of the nature of an annual industrial exhibition, which should have the tendency drawing "sa® producers and the ctm* auroers together, the former being interested in tracing the ultimate use and the consumer surprised at the real pawness of the raw material from which his daily needs are supplied. In view, too, 'Of the repatriation needs of the country in the near future, ho felt that . *ucli displays would do good by diverting available labour into useful secondary industries such ns this, and ho expressed a firm conviction that the Woolston Tanneries, Ltd., would, jud.ginjlfrom the enterprise here displayed, biiiound in the forefront of such a. development. 9

E. REECE, LIMITED. In thinking over old times, memory goes hack, to the early days of A. and P. Shows in Christchurch, when the old lit® in Colombo Street south—now the Sydenham Park—saw tlio small beginnings of what is now the largest show of its kind in the Dominion. It is many years since the Show outgrew its old Quarters and moved to Addington; but another of the early Colombo Street landmarks, the firm of E. Reece. Limited, the oldest Hardware House m Christchurch, founded by the late Mr Edward Reece in 1866, still stands on its original site, and carries on a flourishing and progressive business. On the corner space near the Wmteleigh Avenue entrance to the ground, Show visitors will find this firm’s exfjteVer before has the patriotic duty of growing more foodstuffs been so insistently brought home, not only to tlie farmers, but to city dwellers as well ; and to assist and encourage tin* work, REECES have largely confined their display this year to GARDENING, ORdIARDISTS’ and light-farm-

ing equipment. A front tent is devoted almost entirely to the popular “ DIAL SPRAYMATERIALS. Of absorbing interest to orchardists is the Dial Spraying Booklet and Calendar, obtainable gratis from the attendants at the exhibit. For every pest that fruitgrowers have to contend with, the “Dial” materials offer a specific, and the booklet gives clear, practical information as to which wash to use, the strength it should be applied, for all tlie varying seasons of tiio year, and the times at which to bo particularly on guard against all the deadliest, orchard foes, codlin moth, woolly aphis, red mite, caterpillar, otc., etc. No one interested in fruitgrowing, whether professional or amateur, who has not , already a copy of the booklet, should leave the grounds without one. AIL the “ Dial ” specialties are included in the display—“ Emulsa ” Red Spraying Oil. Lime-Sulphur with naphthalene. Bordeaux Powder, Arsenate of Lead Paste, Atomised Sulphur, Kerosene Emulsion, etc., etc. In the same tent, Spray Pumps of various' descriptions are exhibited, special emphasis being laid on the “ SUCCESS” Bucket Pump, scientifically made to resist for years the strongest corrosive spraying ma- ( teriols. An open space between the two tents of this exhibit is devoted to Gardening Tools of all descriptions, Garden Rollers, etc., and a representa- £ tive group of tnc well-known Planet Jr. Tools; all the old-tried Planet Jrs. are to the fore again this season, single and double-wheel hoes, seeders and cultivators, and it may he specially noted that REECE’S always carrv a full stock of Planet Extras, and their long experience in handling these tools —Over thirty-ono years—enables them tq giro expert advice on all points conx ’Stefaing the line. ;■• The second tent is devoted to Paints, Oils and Regal Roofing Materials. Paints especially suited to Farm Buildings, Waggon and Implement Paints, etc,, make an interesting display; in Oils, every grado is sh<qvn. from that juited to the heaviest machinery to ,c ; that for Motor-cars. Lawn Mowers, etc. Owing to the almost prohibitive prices of Roofing Iron, .special attention is sure, to bo given to Regal Roofing in all grades, 1,2 and 3-ply, Asphalted Felt, etc. Ear-markers and Stencil Plates made to order on the shortest possible notice, by their own mechanics, are a specialty of this firm, and country patrons will • find this branch not the least interesting item of a striking exhibit. 1988

THE “EFFICIENCY” IMPLEMENT CO*

The exhibits on this stand, though few in number are in our opinion destined to play an important part in iho cultivation of the soil, not alone in New ’ Zealand \out in all agricultural countries. The “ Efficiency ” plough lifts make their appearance most opportunely, and at a period when the robust ploughman is “ doing his bit ” elsewhere than in the peaceful paddock of New Zealand. By the aid of this simple but ingenious device attached to a double-furrow or larger plough the strenuous work of levering at the headlands or elsewhere is entirely abolished, for with a few turns of a- “ free-wheel ”t crank, which a child of ten or twelve can operate with consummate oase, the plough is raised and instantly set to plough at any required depth. We prophecy an immense future for this long-looked for plough attachment.

Another innovation exhibited is a compound rotary tine-harrow, a working model of tvhicli is also shown: The inventors claim this to be the most, effective twitch eradicator on the market, and judging by the demonstrations given by means of the beautifully mode working model we can readily concede the point.' Farmers and others interested in farming matters visiting the show will do well to make a special' note of these eminently practical farm im- ■, plemcnts. A moving picture film showing the “Efficiency’’ plough lift being operated by a fourteen-year-old school girl driving a team of six horses, drawing a three-furrow plough, is being exhibited to-day, and for the remainder rf this week, at the Grand Picture Theatre, and a most interesting and instructive picture is the result.

THE FLETCHER MILKING MACHINE CO., LTD.

A most interesting and instructive demonstration is given by the above company, which has A two-cow plant erected for this purpose. During the ast few years the milking machine has made wonderful strides, the designers, all striving,_ for efficiency, cleanliness and simplicity.

The Fletcher machine is fhe last word' on those points, being the outcome of careful investigation, practical trials, arid close study of the needs of *<airv farmers. It possesses distinct advantages which make it worth while to investigate The :denser is mechanically driven, and therefore positive, and la so simple in construction that a user cun easily understand and follow all its weratioi/D. There is only one moving part, and this is the releasor shed. There being no wear, the upkeep charges are negligible. The design* of tea • pipe lines and releasor surging and frothing of the milk. A special feature of the machine is the Fletcher patent teat cup, and al-, though only a, plain inflation is used, it ’gives' a positive three-sided squeeze high up on tho teat, and perfect, wet milker. Although it has only been a short time on the market, its reputation lias spread, and heavy demands aro being made for it from all over New Zealand. The plant pan bo driven by any power unit. In the case of this show

plant, it is driven by an Anderson combined oil engino and vacuum pump. This engine 13 the same as the now famous Anderson standard dairy farmer’s engine, combined with a vacuum pump which gives a_ suction stroke every revolution. It is very compact, saving floor space, belting, foundations, etc. With the exception of the rubber ware, the whole plant is manufactured in the Dominion, and reflects great credit on the excellent workmanship and care in selecting materials.

.UNIVERSAL MOTOR CO. Immediately alongside is the Universal Motor Co*, of Gloucester Street, near the Theatre Royal, with'some recent Velie models. These splendid cars are putting up excellent service records on New Zealand roads, and Velio users as a class are a well satisfied people. The models on exhibition are bigger, better, and give more power than previously. Tlie addition of Timken axles, front and rear, is only in keeping with the superior construction throughout The lengthened body gives more room—a point which motorists will all appreciate. The name Velie, though a short one, spells responsibility, service, satisfaction, economy, and accounts for a mile of Velie factory and for the good name of Velio the world ovtor. Have you ever compared the Velie body construction, painting, upholstery and finish with other cars in its price class P Haven’t you often noticed that Velie cars are distinctive in themselves and cause favourable comment in whatever company thoy are placed? Half a century of manufacturing experience and a reputation for quality all through the years means much to the Velie car owner, for ho knows his car represents the most it is possible to produce for the money. He is assured of heavy oak framing; extra thick steel panels; the best of genuine leather and curled hate upholstery: deep and luxurious cushions; wide doors giving unobstructed entrance and exit; leather-covered interior; nnd an equipment complete in every respect. The V elie-Contincntal motor is a wonderful example of thoroughness _in design and superiority in construction, powerful, silent and supple. A comparative test will be convincing. In addition, there are _on show a three-seater Wolseloy, with colonialbuilt body; and a five-seater Pullman. Each has points of interest for prospective motorists.

MESSRS STOREY AND CO. An exhibition that will demand much attention on the Show Grounds, with itts attractive collection of motor-cars, is that of Messrs Storey and Co., who own tho fins garage situated conveniently in Hereford Street east. Allen motor-cars in the very latest shades of coiouf, and beautifully upholstered in brown, _ tempt the visitor to a minnto inspection. The cars shown are the five-seater model, and in every line they evidence the highest skill and workmanship. The merit and signal good value of the Allen are well-recog-nised in America, and the Allen Motor Company has the distinction of being one of the leaders in the design and construction of automobiles. During twentv-five years of vehicle construction the Allen Company has established a high name, and tho improvements effected fin the vehicles it 'has turned out have been such that to-day the Allen car is on© of the finest to be had. - Ono of the ,ore at features of the Allen is its light weight, an essential to economy of operation. Without causing any depreciation in the strength or comfort of tho car, every unnecessary pound has been eliminated in Allen construction. Tlie liberal use of pressed steel drop forgings, aluminium and allov steel leaves the Allen with about 300 pounds lees weisdit.thnn most o»rs in its class. What this reduction in weight means to the car m the matter of wear and tear can easily bo understood. Nickel-steel, chrome nickel-steel, and chrome vanadium stool, though costly, have been liberally used for gears, shafts nnd other important parts. In every pnTt of the Allen chassis, tho elements of simplicity, safety, durability and lightness have been combined to a remarkable degree. Those in,.want of a most serviceable car should not miss the opportunity of being riven a trial run in on© of these cars, which are exciting much inquiry. Messrs Storey and Co. would bo greatly pleased to demonstrate the capabilities of the Allen at their garage in Hereford Street.

Messrs Storey and Co. nre_ exhibiting another car of particular interest—a three-seater This car has a local built body by Messrs Johnston and Smith. t the well-known body builders of Christchurch. A careful overlook of the Partin-Palmer bring®, forcibly to the mind, the po’ribilities of motor-car construction in the .Dominion. Owing to delay in shipments Messrs Btorcv.and Co. are not exhibiting the Calthortts car this year. The Cal thorn* manufacturer* are preparing for world-wide trade when conditions return to normal, which is indicated bv the fact that they recently purchased MullfoexV Ltd., •the largest bodybuilders in London.

BRITISH DISTILLATE, LIMITED.

INTERESTING DISPLAY OF COAL

TAR PRODUCTS.,

Tho gold mods! was awarded to a display of more than usual .interest indicating tho progressive spirit of a small body of Christchurch business men determined to wrest the coal tar product monopoly from Germany—that of the British Distillate, Limited, under tho c?ir© of Bottles Brothers, manager and chemist at the company’s works at Sockburn. Coal is one of the most wonderful compounds knofrn to science. Over five hundred commercial products are manufactured from it, including many chemicals, drugs, dyes, perfumes, etc. Hitherto these everyday requirements came from Germany, but the British Distillate, Limited, aims at supplying the New Zealand demand for at least some of these indispensable commodities from its up-to-date works recently erected near Christchurch. The products of coal tor in this exhibit are manufactured solely from tho raw tar, oven although the one-hundredweight case of naphtholene on show is of snowy white. Naphtholene, of course, spells death to moths, and the local sample is fully up to tho standard of tho best imported. Mr Betties willingly gave the “ Lvfctelton Times ” reporter some information concerning the other products displayed, each package bearing a distinctive yollow label. First came “ Porn sol.” a.prepared spraying oil, » perfect fungicide and insecticide which has been subjected to the most compre. honsivo tests by orchard specialists. Pomsol has more than held its own against all-comers, being particularly efficacious in waging war against the woolly aphis. It also deals effectively with green arid black aphis, red spider, scale, plant lice, sphide3 of all kinds, and destroys lichens, fungus, moss, etc. It is an invaluable garden spray for roses, shrubs and small fruits, effective at ail seasons. The influenza epidemic, and the value ox disinfectants ns a preventive. emphasise the importance .or the manufacture of “ Brittol, a dismfectant unsurpassed as a germ killer, far more ■ powerful and effective than many with world-wide reputation. It is recommended for the disinfection ot organisms of tuberculosis, consumption, diphfchejia and all other infectious diseases, and it is interesting to note that “Brittol” was chosen, after severe tests, by the Christchurch Citv Council recently, and the contract tor the year's supply was given to tn© British Distillate, Limited. It ia used ,«» n wash for the skin, for o°iled linen, floors and utensils., a spray for walls, and for disinfecting lavatories, sinks, schools, factories, shops, offices and so oft. Buy and uso “Brittol, and ward off the dreaded influenza. Inertol Paint is specially made for structural ironwork, iron * fences, gates, tanks, farm buildings, and is indispensable.for all kinds-of roofing* great point? being tlmt is acid-woof, waterjyoor

and protective. Another coal taT product is hard pitch, for building and electrical purposes, whilst tho disinfectant curettes offered will doubtless have a ready sale m view of the medical advice to have disinfectants constantly in use to keep the .present epidemic at bay. Sti.tar will interest alrohalters, for it dries hard in a few hours, in marked contrast to ordinary asphalting tar. Tho Tramway Board has proved its value. Creotone,” another coal tar product, is an undeniably effective floor and furniture stain. " THE NEW WAY ’’—A CENTRE OF INTEREST. FOR THE SMALL AGRICULTURIST. One great feature of a metropolitan agricultural show is that it gives enter, prising importers and manufacturers a splendid opportunity of showing new ideas m agricultural implements to tho men most interested. Each year sees something new, a.nd this Year’s attraction, in the “ New Way’’ engine attached to an Albion reaper and binder, held tho attention of farmer’s all day yesterday to a remarkable degree causing the frequent remark that “it’s tho best tiling brought out, for twenty years,’’ from the older and more experienced pioneers. And tho judges promptly awarded it the gold medal. It is shown by Messrs W. Bassett and Co., of 21, Manchester Street, Christchurch, a firm which operates quite independently, “ picking tho eves,” so to speak, out of manufacturers 11 lines and only introducing and pushing those that they know will give better service to their clients. This little engino on the reaper and hinder makes ’it possible to work at any time. The power, it will be seen, is quite independent of the main wheels and of the horses which draw tho machine, and it enables the small farmer to compete in harvesting costs with his bigger neighbour. Incidentally, by doing tho work m a ‘third less time than with the horse-drawn machines, it is lessening cost of production, nnd wheat-growing may thus become more lucrative and attractive. Fire or six hundred pounds for a tractor is out of the qne.stion with, the ordinary farmer, hut he can have one labour and money savers for £65. By reducing the work for the horses, it enables the farmer to do with a couple of horses instead of two teams of three in a day. The “New Way” enrine is small and readily detachable, nnd can be n*ed for chaff-cutting, sheering and other farm work. Other implements include tho American Seeding; Company’s new “ Superior ” grain and mnnura drill, and the 1'.0.K.8. Canadian Potato Plnnter. This latter machine is another laboursaver. By its use ono man can plant 3.J acres a day with two horses, and at the samo time mould the rows slightly so as. to permit of tlie money-making practice of cultivating before the potatoes come up. This cultivation ipcreases the. crop nnd keeps down weedsThe “ Asninnll ” potato digger, also on view, has several new features, and it cheapens the cost of digging and picking from 2g to sixpence a sack. Be. sides leaving tho ground thoroughly clean, it gets all the potatoes, and keeps them clear of dirt. Then there are the . “Domo” separator, “Ridd" milking machine, binder twine and numerous (Other farmers’ lines in which Mossrs Bassett and Co. give excellent service to farmers- ,

PARA . RUBBER COMPANY. A combined working and selling exhibit shown by this company is of great Interest to any user of Rubber Goods, but particularly to motor-car owners. Tlie Para Company have the largest tent on tho ground next to the Produce Building. At the working exhibit a number of white coated and very busy workmen are engaged in demonstrating tho work if rebuilding worn motor tyres, and m other ways working up the raw rubber into finished and vulcanised goods. The men engaged on this work are chiefly disabled returned soldiers, and are showing. exceptional proficiency, and taking a keen interest in their work, which is under the supervision of an experienced tyre builder from Home.

In the soiling exhibit the motorist will find much useful information and advice may be obtained' from experienced men as to the merits and demerits of various brands of motor rubber tyres. The different brands of tyr® now sold in New Zealand nro almost innumerable, and prices asked ere usually much above their mileage value. The Para Company have eliminated from their range of tyres stocked and sold those which they consider do not represent good value to the user, and are handling tyres made by the larger rubber companies, whose tyres they have found by repair experience and road use to represent good value. In some trade quarters, chiefly by garages who arc selling higher priced but lower grade tyres, there has been in the past much resentment shown at tho value the Para Company have given the motorists, but the motoring public have given the Para policy of selling only the tyres which represent good value, their practical approval. In other lines of Rubberware the Para Company have a good display of Para Milking Machine Rubberware, which is better known in tho dairying districts of tho Waikato and Taranaki than in the sheep country of Canterbury. Also Rubber Footwear, Garden Hose, Bathing Crips, Hot "Water Bags, Cycle and Motor Cycle Tyres, Rubber Matting, Sheeting, etc. After seeing the many uses to which rubber is now put one can understand that, though the world’s ‘'production of raw rubber was three times greater in 1917 than in 1911, the consumption is increasing quite as rapidly as the production of the raw material. An exhibit well worth more than a passing inspection.

THE INVTNCTBLE “ MITCHELL.” AND ARISTOCRATIC SORIPPSBOOTH MOTOR-CARS.

Messrs Joseph Hamlet and Co.’s largo marquees are piled with the very latest models of the famous “Mitchell” and “ Scripps-Booth ” cars, and their presence is a tribute not only to sound merchandising methods, but also to tho efficient manner in which our navy has ruled the wares. Which enforces thoj'cminder that stocks of eood earn in New Zealand aro very .short, so that intending purchasers should have an interview with Mr Hamlet on the Show Grounds to-day if possible. The “Mitchell” is a wonderful performer, speedy, easy running, graceful and in mileage. The “Mitchell” is tho car with the unchallenged rocord between Christchurch and Dunedin, a distance of 492 milea, covered in 12 hours 26 minutes, despite wet apd boisterous jveathcr anfi sloppy roads. But not only did the “Mitchell” enr establish a record for speed, reaching 65 miles an hour at times, but it also made a record in the. petrol test. The Automobile Association certified that the Light Six “ Mitchell ran 26$ miles per gallon, which works out at 49.7 ton mile?I—the 1 —the world’s record for a standard touring ear whose gears, etc., were not. tampered with. Of course the really important parts of the motor-car cannot well be testeci by the average looker-on at an exhibit, hilt the suitability of all material for tho work it is called upon to do can be safely left in tho hands of the great firm which turns out the “ Mitchell. Considered from everv viewpoint, trio “ Mitchell Six ” certainly fulfils every demand of the most exacting motorist, and, before leaving Christchurch, an prospective car buyers will do well to carefully consider the “ Mitchell >ux proposition, as Messrs Joseph Hamlet and Co. advise that supplies aro limited, and, like all other cars, new shmments are only in tho dim distance, sir W. H. Simpson’s handsome is quite a feature of the exhibit- J m.n there are several of the aristocratic

“ Sciupps-Booth ” cars, so elegant in appearance that any lady will be proud to drive ono. And they are as good as they are good-looking. WHEELBAND’S, LIMITED. THE PEST DESTROYERS.

This firm’s exhibit is particularly interesting and instructive, aiming as they do at tho destruction of pests that afflict humanity. Their Noxious Weed Exterminator is certainly a great boon to the farmer and gardener. Exhaustive experiments have proved the efficacy of their liquid on our greatest pests, such as Californian blackberry, gorse, broom, foxglove, etc. J3y spraying these weeds and bushes, which is a simple operation, entailing very little labour, tbo labour difficulties on tho farm are greatly reduced. Tho Weed Extractor has become very popular with townspeople for treating the weeds in the Tawns, and tor this purpose is put up in gallon tins.

The second string to their how is their Fly Exterminator. Unfortuately, there is still a necessity to emphasise the importance of exterminating flies. They are the admitted enemy of mankind, and have been regarded as a curso from the days of Pharaoh, and the plagues of Egypt, to the present time. T’hero is a great variety of flics all exceedingly prolific. Many attack fruit and vegetation, nnd are the cause of many blights. The house fly and the stable fly, however, have been convicted of being the greatest carriers of disease known, and arc responsible for a very great deal of infant mortality. Whoeiband’s Exterminator is a liquid, which, if used as directed on the breeding grounds, as vrell ns against tho developed fly, will certainly greatly reduce the evil. A very necessary use of the fly mixture is for combating the codlin moth pest. The common method is the use of the bandage, but this allows tho moths to escape after pupating. If the bandage is damped witli Wheelband’s, tho moth is immediately killed. The mixture is also efficacious in dealing with other garden pests, such as aphis, wqoillice and slugs. For lice on horses, pigs, etc., it is a certain remedy. A BOON TO HOUSEWIVES. NO-SPLASH “EUREKA.” Included in tho exhibit of Messrs E. Recce, Limited, is a handy littio contrivance designed to prevent ~plashing as water fall 3 into th© sink from tlie taps. Wo all know how tlie water from tho high pressure system makes a fuss and splash. But when tho little “Eureka” is fitted on the taps it causes a steady, smooth stream of water to flow, with absolutely no splash whatever, and also acts as a strainer or filter, catching, insects, microbes and vegetable matter so common in all city water. Even if tho city supply is filtered, innumerable insects and various forms of dirt are caught in the “Eureka” —a matter for mature consideration in these days. The “Eureka” is made to fit any threaded faucet, but provision is made also to fit it to any tap, threaded or otherwise, and it is fitted in a few soconds. For a plain faucet this anti-splasher with large rubber inserted is ready for use; just.push it up on your faucet or tap, turn on tho water, and jou will see the effect at once. If your faucet has a hose thread on it, take out inside large rubber ring, leaving small flat one in, and screw on the faucet.

. Users speak very highly of this rather remarkable littio household nelp, and as it is retailed at on® shilling each there is no excuse for being without cne. On© other point: Tho rubber band on the “Eureka” acts as a buffer between cups and saucers and the metal taps, so that it may, by jiroventing breakages, save’its cost on the first day.'. You can easily . remove it for cleaning, and replace it in a trice. Messrs James lfodger and Co., Manchester Street, Christchurch, are the wholesale distributors.

SMITH FORM-A-TRUOK,

ON THE “FARMERS’” STANBt

It didn’t take people long to icalico tlx© benefits of Smith Form-',-Truck, and while thirty thousand were being turned out for use in the United States, hundreds were shipped to other countries. In England, a groat many Form-a-Trucks are in daily use in every conceivable fine of business, and in Australia and New Zealand it is a common sight, to see them fiittingjibout tho streets under full lead. The" fact that Smith Form-a-Truek is performing its duty equally well in foreign lands, as it is in our own. country, means that Smith Form-a-Truek cuts costs and increases efficiency, wherever a hauling problem is involved Every business which maintains a delivery system can profitably operate a motor truck. And the Universal Smith Form-a-Truck places motor delivery within tho reach of even the smallest merchant, because it takes “ second-hand” cars of any make which have been dismissed because they looked old, and makes them into sturdy permanent 0140 ;ynd two-don trucks. Tho cost is considerably less than a complete track of similar capacity, and tho service is the same. If you are 0110 of those men .who have thought you couldn’t afford a motor truckj call in at the motor section of the exhibit of the New Zealand Farmers’ Co-operative Association of Canterbury, Limited, on tho Show Ground? to-day, and learn about this little marvel of economy and efficiency.

THE CANTERBURY MOTOR COMPANY, LIMITED.

Touring and business cars, ono-toa trucks and farm tractors, as manufactured by Ford Motor Company, of Toronto, Canada, are represented at tile show by the Canterbury Motor Company, Ltd., of 168. Tuam Street, Christchurch.

The famous and popular Ford car in displayed in tho company’s show tent in the two and five-seater models, tho regulation black, and also in tasteful browns and greys for thosewho prefer to depart from the more or_ thodox blacks. The people’s “ Ford,” l.iown throughout the globo by many facetious appellations, is so widely known tc-day as to call for no special comment. Sduffieo it to say that the firm has managed throughout the war period to render incalculable service to tho Allied causo by placing its enormous output at the disposal of tho Allied Governments, and, notwithstanding, has arranged to keep this market supplied. The 1918 model is well calculated to maintain the high reputation of tho oar as that most suited for farmer, trader and ait those who esteem moderate price, combined with utility and reliability, above expensive ostentation. Talks with men returned from the fronts in Palestine, Mesopotamia and France elicit countless instances of tho reliability of the Ford car under the most trying conditions. There 'is no doubt that the reputation of the car is greatly enhanced by the re_ markable services rendered at the various fronts. The loc/il agents are already finding that returned soldiers, and the tales they have to toll of the’ Ford car performances, aro proving an additional and valuable advertising medium. , •... '

The most interesting feature of this company's display , was contained in a specially darkened tent, where a free moving picture show afforded interest ahd instruction to many visiting farmers. Here was displayed moving picture? of the Fordson farm tractor doing the work of from six to eight, horses. The workmanlike way in which this 22-hor3e-f/Ower tractor ploughed, disofd., harrow^ 1 uk! graded

roarls, satisfied the practical farmers present that at last here was a method afforded them of overcoming their labour difficulties.. Surprise was expressed that this latest product of the firm was being put an the market within a week or two at about half the price of competitive tractors, and the greatest satisfaction was evinced when it transpired that the tractor maintained its efficiency on the cheapest of fuels, kerosene. Many hundreds of Fordson farm tractors arc working full time in the United Kingdom, helping to win the war. Happily Henry Ford’s lengthy experiments had culminated in the making of a farm tractor suitable for all farm work under all conditions, just at that time of Britain’s greatest need for such a time and labour saver, with such good results that to-dav it is difficult to over-estimate. Many farmers present intimated their interest and impatience to see the first practical trials. The Canterbury Motor Company, the dealers for this district, intimate that they will very shortly have, a number of tractors to dispose of. they being already in the Dominion. As soon as they roach Christchurch practical demonstrations will be arranged. Heedless to sav, the dealers are offering to buyers of Fordson tractors the advantages of the well-known Ford service system, which is made effieient and economical only because of the equally well-known Ford standardisation of all parts.

CLEVELAND FARM TRACTOR. WINS GOLD MEDAL AND MESSRS CLIMIE, COATES’S SPECIAL PRIZE. Anybody who has witnessed the performances of the Cleveland Farm Tractor at Haglcy Park will not bo surprised to read of its latest dual success —the winning of the champion gold medal and Messrs Climie, Coates’s special prize, for tho greatest advancement in farm machinery during tho year. The Now Zealand agents, Messrs 'Dexter and Crozier, Ltd., arc to bo complimented for their foresight and acumen in bringing this wonderful tractor to the Dominion. That tho Cleveland is destined to play an important part in the development of this country there can be no doubt. Farmers—successful farmers —aro quick to. appreciate the importance of efficiency in farming methods, and the great aid in attaining, or, rather, increasing, the efficiency of their methods that the 1 Cleveland” puts in their hands is too important not to bo seized and used. ' The Cleveland Farm. Tractor has now clearly demonstrated its ability to. do the work of a six r horse team. This is in actual pulling power, W hen it comes to a comparison of speed, a most important factor in profitable farming; the “Cleveland” has it all its own way, ploughing as it does one and a quarter acres nn hour. Shortage of labour and increased wages will be no worry to the men who use this wonder, ful tractor, as a mere lad, or girl, can bo quickly trained to operate it, so simple is it to use. Tho Cleveland comes from America—the birthplace of farm tractors—and has gained a great reputation for itseir in tho land of its birth and in England, where some hundreds of these machines aro helping to win tho war by assisting in food production for the people of Great Britain. What strikes ono most about this tractor is its exceedingly neat and compact appearance. There is practically nothing ill it but the power-plant, the “crawler” chassis and driver’s scat, and the whole affair takes uj> a flood deal less space than a small runabout automobile, making the. housing problem easy of solution. It is or tho typo that lays its own .track, on the same principle as tho giant tanks which have put up such wonderful performances on the battlefields of Europe, and the whole implement has boon designed so that it is absurdly easy to operate and care for, economical to own, and thoroughly dependable to action. The first criticism which was launched at it .by the onlookers was that “the track would wear rapidly, but, as a matter of fact, tins is incorrect, is it has been specially designed for long service. The sections are constructed to prevent filling and packing with mud, and protection is provided to prevent dirt and mud falling into, the track. All the sections are joined with hardened, steel pins, which have their bearing in hard bushings. Ihe track wheels are equipped with ro.ler bearings, and. in fact, all the bearings throughout the machine arc made to prevent the entrance or dust and dirt—a most important consideration in a machine of this description. The motor, which will run on petrol, lowgrade motor spirit, or at a pinch, kerosene, is a four-cylinder one, with overhead enclosed valve gear, The bore and stroke are 3jin x sJin. and the power produced is 12 h.p. at the draw bar, and 20 at the belt pulley, which pulley enables the engine to he used as a stationary plant for threshing, chrpT-eutfring, wood-sawing, driving. shearing machinery, etc, The whole tractor weighs less than 3201 b. and it has about 600 square inches of traction or ground contact surface, which gives great pulling power, and at the same time prevents any tendency to pack the soil, the pressurebeing only about. 51b per square inch. Tts total length is only f)6in. width 50in and height 52in. It can be turned in a twelve-foot circle, and its small size is obviouslv a convenience for housing and travelling through confined spaces. The Now Zealand agents, Messrs Dexter and Crozier, are always happy to forward the fullest particulars of the “Cleveland” to all people interested, and should vou be unable to personally view tho Cleveland at the Show, the next host thing is to write or call for details.’

1915. 1916. 1917. 1918. fiTreep t t * 909 836 691 671 Cattle tt. 237 241 213 243 Horses ■ • > 453 462 333 403 Firs . • • 68 70 28 34 Dairy Produo* 169 152 117 182 Dors 16 12 9 12 Judging competitions . i . 21 11 13 29 Totals . . 1909 1709 1421 1476