NATIONAL DAIRY SHOW.

Manawatu Standard, Volume XLI, Issue 9543, 21 June 1911, Page 5

NATIONAL DAIRY SHOW.

EIGHTH ANNUAL FIXTURE. The showery weather prevailing during the day interfered considerably with the attendance at the Show, it being confined principally to thoso having business at the Show. At mid-day the Wanganui Collegiate Football teams urrivsd, and their annual matches with To Auto College formed the principal outside attraction for to-day. To-morrow afternoon jumping will occupy the attention of the spectators. Included in the list of competitions is the first contest for Messrs Collinson and Cunninghamc's Hunter's Cup, in connection with which there .will bo a parade of the ' Manawatu hounds. Riders will compete in fidl hunting costume.

HOME INDUSTRIES DIVISION.

"Very good indeed," was'tho comment ofa visitor from tho north when examthe samples of homo cookery, very effectively, set, out in the central hall. "Highly creditable to thc district and tho exhibitors." There wore eight exhibits of a loaf of home-mado white bread, showing that tho art of making hoinc-ma.de bread is not.yet a forgotten one. The home-made fruit cake was also a creditablo exhibit, and indeed the same might be said of evory class in this division, which were more numerous than anticipated and compared very favourably with similar exhibits in adjacent districts. There were also tempting samples of what could be produced in the way of seed, fruit and sponge cake, plain and fruit toffee, ginger bread, short-bread, oat cake, scones made without but tor, cream or lard, and homemade pastry and sweets. A novelty was introduced in the exhibit of the' best twelve potatoes, boiled in their skins, of which there wcro four exhibits, Mrs E. D. Browne being awarded iirsfc prize, Mrs G. W. A. Clarke was awarded first prize for loaf of home-made white bread, and Mrs E. B. Willcock for brown bread, There was keen competition in tho class home-made fruit cake, Mrs H. Hopkinson beinsr awarded first prize. The class preserves and pickles was also an interesting section, Tho entries were very effectively displayed, jams, jellies, marmalade, tomato and other sauces, pickles, bottled peas, bottled rhubarb and other vegetables, bottled fruits, four classes in the last-mentioned exhibit, home-made wines and 6yrups, honey in glass bottles and honey in comb. The botiled fruits were specially admired, the get-up of tho exhibits leaving nothing to be desired. The home-made wine was an admirable section, as also were the bottled fruits, Tho art of housewifery is evidently not a neglected one in this district, judged by the excellence of the exhibits in every class in this,division, Mrs J. Pcrmain was a particularly successful exhibitor in this class, being awarded no fewer than four first prizes. Tho whole division comprised one of the best exhibits of homemade preparations yet shown in Palmerfton. anil, generally speaking, elicited eulogistic comment.

HORTIOt'LTURAL DIVISION.

SPLENDID DISPLAY OF APPLES. Many were the favourablo comments passed on tho fruit exhibits, the apples, both eating and cooking varieties, being pronounced by independent judges to be of excellent quality. The Sturmor Pippins were remarkably fine specimens, as, indeed, were all the pippins, and the wholo displav was ono that would havo done credit to any large horticultural show in the Dominion. In the Champion class, open to the wholo Dominion for 'best collection of apples, there were six competitors; two from Palmorston, Messrs W. B. Ellis, and F. I-I. Outram. Thero wore also exhibitors from Hawke's Bay, Upper Riccarton (Canterbury), and Nelson. The exhibitor was required to have in his collection six distinct varieties, and ten samples of each, so that this class was rather an imposing feature. Thero were three classes for apples in cases, and ono class for pears, in thp latter section there being eight competitors. Mr Arthur Harding was the only exhibitor in lemons, and Mr F. C. Brookio in walnuts. The exhibitors in the apple division may be congratulated on the quality and appearance of tho exhibits, which testify to

tho rapid growth of tho fruit-growing industry throughout New Zealand. There was "also a champion class for Fruitgrowers' Association and Horticultural Societies, also open to the wholo Dominion. Tho conditions were tho same as in

the other championship. Mr Gushing, Riverside, Clive, won the championship; Mr David Fry. Riwaka, Nelson, second; and Mr John Clark, Kuitaki, Hawke's Bay. third. Tho soil in which the prize takers were grown was described as dark loam with sandy subsoil; that of tho second light, friable, medium quality subsoil, light poms clay, with natural drainage; and that of the third, clayey soil and subsoil. Mr Gushing also won tho first prize for best collection of cooking apples. First prize awards in tho apple division were Messrs D. Fry, F, H. Outram, C. 11. Pickering. Shailer and Sons, J. Clark, J. G. Cobbe. and D. McCullough. Mr C 11. Pickering was awarded five first prizes. Mr Outram four, Messrs Fry, McCullough. and Shailer three each, Mr J. G. Cobbe two. Mr Clark one, and Mr Gushing the championship, and also first for best collection of cooking apples open to the whole Dominion. In tho class pears of any variety, Mr J. (.!. Alpass. of Wairarapa, was awarded first prize, Mr C. 11. Pickering second, and Mr Gushing third. There were eight exhibits altogether in this class. The division, on the whole, was a most interesting one, and visitors from a distance spoke in terms of admiration of the general appearance and quality of the exhibits.

[Ppblishrd iiy Aubaxoemekt.] THE "JERSEY" MILKER,

* The exhibition of the "Jersey" milker in full working order in the machinery hall at the show attracted considerable attention yesterday and this morning, tho experts being kept busy explaining its virtues to a largo mtnibor of dairymen.. The Jersey has proved itself to be a thoroughly efficient machine, and its inventors claim that it milks a cow as well as tho best hand milker. It is.now in use in many parts of Australia and New Zealand, ami wherever used has given complete satisfaction. Ten cardinal points claimed by (ho machine, arc, cost low, power low, vacuum low, maintenance low' attention nil, time saved, profits increased, cows benefited, cleanliness, and independence assured. Booklets giving full information, also testimonials from satisfied users, mav' be obtained for the aokin", at the stall in the big machinery hall. °'

WFST COAST S.S. AND TRADING COMPANY, LTD. This company have secured a stand in (he machinery'hall, on which they are making a display of goods stocked by them. ~ , , , , , The different lines have been most tastefully arranged, and are shown oft' to advantage. They include. Wilson's "Star" cement and hydraulic lime, Malthoid roofing, building' papers and damp course, I-lartman's mixed paints, asbestos roofing slates and wallhu,' plates, and many other builders' materials; belting, oils, packings, fire- buckets, grease solvent, manures, grass seed, seed oats, seed maize, wool packs, poultry food, and many other lines. A special display is being mado of the famous Phlaris Commutalcd winter grass seed, Bilston's basic slag (recognised to he one of the very best on tho market), Mount Lyall superphosphate, which has received ' very favourable reports from the Government analyst. Last, but not least, is the splendid display; of coals, a line in which tho firm specialises; they include Papongja, Brunnor, ■ State, Pelavvamain, Taupiri, and Blackball steam coal. The exhibit is one of great interest

to farmers, builders, machinery owners, or householders, who should make a point of seeing it during the week. Mr Crabb, managing-director, and Mr J. Davidson, the (inn's representative, arc to be found on the stand, and will be ploased to give all information required. MATCHLESS MOTOR CYCLE. A display of these machines is made close to the annexe devoted to milking machine demonstrations. Tjio representative reports that a splendiu market has been found in Manawatu, and that sales aro rapidly eclipsing many other machines, although introduced' at a comparatively recent date. This motor cycle, being of distinctive design and finish, always attracts attention, whilst its unrivalled quality is speedily revealed by an examination of its various features. Holders of practically every official •: World's record, the International Tourist Trophy, won throe times out of four contests and twice consecutively, the "Matchless" has, by emerging triumphant from every test, become the standard of comparison, and t,h c object of many motor cyclists' ambition the world over. It is worthy _of note that in New Zealand competitions the "Matchless"'lias won the last, three consecutive events held on this coast, securing tho Atkin's Challengo Cup and medal, the Bidwill-Barton trophy, and the Jarvis Cup, to which list many other wins may bo addressed in various parts of New Zealand.

Mr W. H. Phipps Black, Christchurch, sole agent and importer for New Zealand, is represented for Manawatu by Mr 0. Bergersen, Rangitikei Street, and for Hawko's Bay and Wnirarapa by Messrs Jack and Biundell, whose postal address is 30, Main Street East, Palmerston. North.

All motorists, present or prospective, should pay a visit to the display of "Matchless Motors."

W. MASON-BAYLY,

W. Mason-Bavly, of tho King street Motor Garage,-"is making a display in a largo marqueo adjoining the new cheese and butter shed at (he Winter. Show of the famous Wolseloy-Siddeley motor cars, which aro renowned throughout thc world for silence, durability and sweet running. These cars have_ been selling remarkably well in this district, four having been sold during the past month to local residents, all of whom aro delighted with them. A car that attracted great attention yesterday was a 16-20 h.p. Wolseloy-Siddeley, painted red, fitted with a flush sided torpedo body, Cape cart hood, Rushniore head lights, side and tail lamps, Rudgc-Whitworth wire wheels, etc. Mr W. C. Buchanan, M.P.. was so delighted with this car that he purchased it, took delivery and drove straight away home. A 1911 model 12-16 h.p., WolseleySiddelev on view-is also worthy'of inspec. t-ion. "Mr Bavlv is also agent, for tho Silent Knight Daemlcr cars, which arc also very popular all over tho wor d. In draper cars 'tho famous "Ford is an agency that-Mr Bayly has taken up. A large number of these cars aro running in this district, among those well-known about town who own them being Mr Maurico Millar and Mr G. Seifert. Both these gentlemen speak highly of the cars and state that they are an ideal car for town or country roads. They aro fitted with all the latest improvements and are maintained cheaply Mid aro almost silent running.

Mr Bayly's garage in King street is one of the most up-to-date in tho Dominion, and a largo staff of workmen are kept busilv employed a.ll.tho year round fitting up 'new cars and effecting repair; for clients. ' '' A large stock of accessories, tyres, lamps, tools, etc., arc carried at the garage, and a large trade is done by Mr Baylv all over the Dominion. Mr Bayly will bo on tho stand at the Show, and as he is one of the most experienced men in r-lio Dominion in the motor tiade, if will pav car-owners to call and have a chat with him during Show wees. J. YOUNG AND CO. Messi's J. Young and Co., of Wanganui, are to be found in tho big machinery hall, at the Show, with a special exhibit of farm implements and tho famous "Storrio" milking machine. The implements on view include a 2-row Storrio disc ridger, a 2-row Storrio horse hoo and a 2-row Storrio turnip thinner; iho two latter aro now creations and farmers aro particularly requested to see Mr Young and have their various points explained. Tho Storrio milker, which is m charge of the inventor, Mr Storrio, of Invcrcargill, is now firmly established as a successful milking machine, and the following testimonials speak well for its capabilities:— Hamilton, March 18,1911. Messrs J. Young and Co.,

Wanganui. Dear Sirs— , After working "Storric" cups for nearly one season, I might say they milk well." Tlicv cost, nothing to keep in repair, the 'rubbers being- still good, and will last another season with care. I consider they are equal to any other cup on tho market. Yours, etc., OWEN BROS. Monavale, Cambridge, March' 16, 1911. J. Young and Co., Wanganui.

Dear Sirs- n . Yours of the 14th inst.. re Storrie milking machine, to hand. I have much pleasure in saying I am perfectly satisfied with them, having worked them for six months, I might also mention that I liavo worked another make for three seasons, but; prefer the Storrie. every time. They milk well, never get out of order, and cost, practically nothing for upkeep. Yours faithfully, H. C. WALLACE. Mr Young and Mr Storrie or any of tho assistants on the stand will be pleased to give enquirers full particulars.

W. DEVINE,

W. Dovine, of the Empire Hotel, is again in charge of the booth at.lhe Show. Ho is located in the bar adjoining the Agricultural Hall, and will bo pleased to" sec his many town and country friends during Show week. Tho bar is stocked with all tho leading brands df wines, spirits'and beers, served at town prices, Mr Devino has been so long in charge of tho Show booths that it is needless to say that everything that the nublio require in tho way of liquid refreshment will be found on tho shelves or on tap. A largostalf of assistants under Mr Devine's personal supervision have been migaged, and tho public can rely on having their wants attended to with the utmost despatch. The public are particularly requested to note the location of the booth, which \s right alongside of the Agricultural Hall, facing the shed that was used for tho milking machine displays last year. , BARRAUD ANDjIBRAIIAM, LTD. Messrs Barraud and Abraham. Ltd.. have a, very interesting exhibit tins year, including hot air pumping engines, a complete lino of cart and hand potato spravers and fruit tree sprayers macto by the well-known English manufacturers, Messrs Strawsons, Ltd. A "Mo" belt; ing exhibit and Barford and Perkins steamer for farm use, besides other machines of interest, to dairy farmers, complete the exhibit. "Rob" bolting is now so well and favourably known throughout the Dominion among sawmillers, flaxniillers and 'dairy factories that, there is no necessity to extol its many advantages over other, beltings on the" market. Bnrrnird and Abraham carry in stock a lanje supply of all sizes of" "Rob" up to 12 inches. Wo were shown an excellent testimonial just received from Messrs Gamman and Co., Ltd., tho well-known 6awmillers. This firm is using nothing elso but "Rob" and they speak very highly of its great, lasting qualities, Tho Ridcr-Ericcson hot-air pumping engine is attracting a lot of attention. This little engine uses practically any form of fuel—pine cones are being used throughout tho Show—and pumps a great volume of water at a minimum cost. Three sales of these pumps are reported since' tho Show opened yesterday.