FEILDING A. AND P. SHOW OPENS IN FINE WEATHER

Manawatu Times, Volume LV, Issue 7135, 5 February 1930, Page 3

FEILDING A. AND P. SHOW OPENS IN FINE WEATHER

Twenty-sixth Exhibition

ALL SECTIONS STRONGLY SUPPORTED Fine weather favoured the opening day of the twenty-sixth annual exhibition of the Feilding Industrial, Agricultural and Pastoral Association yesterday, when record, entries greeted a large influx of visitors. Three years ago, the association established a record for the number of entries, but this year’s Show has made, a new record, for the total entries covering all sections and classes exceed those of 1927 by nearly 100.

This support demonstrates the high Gpinion they hold of this enterprising association and its enthusiastic officials', who-se aim is to encourage the greatest possible competition. A stud stock centre, such as Feilding, must of necessity set a high standard as far as stock is concerned, so that both exhibitors as well as visitors are assured of the very best exhibition established breeders can produce. Honours gained in the Feilding show ring are recognised as distinctly meritorious for it was from this show that the world’s champion Romney Marsh sheep graduated and also the sheep which established a Dominion record price, while many other exhibits have gained Royal champion awards. While entries in the competitions show a slight falling off, support for both sheep and cattle was as strong as eK'er. A big improvement is recorded in the pig classes and this encouraging response from breeders to the efforts of the association to make this section a feature of the show, is most gratifying. "Wry strong support was accorded the industrial sections, where the entries exceeded by a large margin, all previous figures.

bag article: Mrs. I. M. Watt 1, Mrs. C. I. Parkinson (Wanganui) 2, Miss J. Cornfoot 3, Miss E. H. Redshaw. v.h.c. Embroidered apron: Miss -B. Parker 1, Miss A. Ellerm 2, Mrs. F. Whillans 3, Mrs. M. E. Wilson v.h.c. Cross-stitch embroidery: Mrs. M. Evatt (Blenheim) 1. Bedspread, embroidered: Mrs. W. G. Lord 1, Mrs. A. J. Abbiss 2. Most points (McCorkindale trophy): Miss B. Parker 40 pts., Miss A. R. McLean 34 pts.

Juvenile classes: Plain sewing: Miss B. Aggett (Rongotea) 1, Miss Catherine MacLeod (Feilding) 2, Miss Ethel Kemp (P.N.) 3, Miss Gladys K. Overend (Feilding) v.h.c; thirty-one entries. Doyley: Miss 0. Peffers (Putaruru) 1, Miss E. Wheeler (Marton) 2, Miss Violet Zurcher (Longburn) 3, Miss C. Macleod v.h.c.; twenty-five entries. Table centre: Miss Jean Hastie 1, Misa E. Wheeler 2 and v.h.c., Miss M. Benefield (Aramoho) 3; twenty-eight entries. Apron: Miss E. Simpson (Feilding) 3, Miss J. Hastie 2 and 3, Miss J, Atkinson (Otaki) v.h.c.; twenty-eight' entries. Most points (J. W. Bramwell trophy): Miss J. Hastie 12 pts., Miss 0. Peffers 10 pts.

The organisation, under the presidency of Mr. E. Burrell, left nothing to be diserid, and congratulations are to be extended to Mr. E. 11. Fisher, who, notwithstanding his continued indisposition, carried out his secretarial duties with every credit to himself and to the association. Having directed the greater part of the work from his bed iit was pleasing to see Mr Fisher on duty at the show. Throughout yesterday, judging took place and below will be found the list of awards. The competitions will be continued to-day, People’s Day, and the grand parade of all stock will take place at 2 o’clock. The Hon. G. W. Forbes (Minister of Agriculture,) will visit the show to-day and will be the guest at the official luncheon. The show will be open to-night and visitors are reminded that entrance to the grounds will be by the main entrance only.

PICKLES, PRESERVES, ETC. (Judge: Miss J. Thomson, Kairanga.) Jellies: Mrs. A. E. Humphreys 1 and 2. Jam: Mrs. A. E. Humphreys 1 and 2, Mrs. M. Scarr (P.N.) 3, Mrs. A. L. Jones v.h.c. Marmalade: Mrs. A. E. Humphreys 1 and 2, Mrs. C. B. Aitken 3. Pickles: Mrs. A. E. Humphreys 1 and 2. Chutney: Mrs. A. E. Humphreys 1 and v.h.c., Mrs.-W. Adsett (Colyton) 2, Mrs. B. Goldfinch (KtveLck N.) 3. Sauce, tomato and plum, and tomato relish: Mrs. A. E. Humphreys 1 and 2 Lemon e>eese: Mrs. -a, E. Humphreys 1 anl 2. Mrs. A. J. Fcr gusson 3. Gooseberries and plums: Mrs. A. E. Humphreys 1 and 2. Bottled fruits: Mrs. A. E Humphreys l and 2, Mrs. B. Goldfinch 3. Tomatoes: Mis. A. E. Humph' eys 1, Mrs. J. Handley (Wanganui) 2 Sf-iawberry conserve: Mr* S. Wiggins 1, Mrs. A. E. d impbroys 2 and 3, Mrs. J. Handley v.h.c. Onions: Mrs. J. Handley 1 and 3, Mrs. A. E. Humphreys 2.

THE CHAMPIONS. Berkshires: Boar, J. A. Bussell (P.N.); reserve, J. McFarland and Son (Aorangi); sow and reserve, J. A. Bussell. Tamworths: Boar, Ckeltenharu Dairy Coy.; reserve, 0. C. Ellerm (Sanson). Large Whites: Boar and sow, Feiiding Agricultural High School. Bomneys: Bam, W. C. Small (Wartuna); reserve, W. F. Jacob and Son (Kiwitea); ewe, F. W. Blatchford (Woodville): reserve, E. E. Short (Feilding). Southctowns: Bam, J. Knight (Feilding); reserve, Ellis Bros. (Bulls); ewe, Hugh Burrell and Son (Cheltenham); reserve, Ellis Bros. Southdowns (natural condition): Bam, W. S. Page (Halcombo); reserve, W. H. Booth (Carterton); ewe, Ellis Bros. (Bulls); reserve, W. H. Booth. Lincolns: L. B. Wilton (Masterton), all championships. Shorthorns: Bull, W. Gray (Aorangi). Herefords: Bull, D. P. Buchanan (Cunninghams). Jerseys: Bull and reserve, B. L. Horn (Ohau); cow, E. L. Horn; reserve, J. Murray (Woodville). Friesians: Bull, W. A. Kyle (P.N.); reserve, J. P. Morrison (Halcombe); cow, W. J. Fames (Hunterville); reserve, W. A. Kyle.'> Milking Shorthorns: Bull, J. H. Mason (Feilding); cow, H. Bond (Bangiotu). Most points in all stock classes (Stuart Cup): J. McKelvie 88 pts., 1), W. Bcid 68 pts.

Novice Classes Jellies: Mrs .S. Wiggins 1 and 2, Mrs. B. Goldfinch 3. Jam: Mrs. B. Goldfinch 1 and 2, Mrs. S. Wiggins 3, Mrs. F. Lassen v.h.c. Lemon cheese: Mrs. S. Wiggins 1 and 2, Miss G. Vautier 3. Marmalade: Mrs. F. Lassen 1. Chutney: Mrs. S. Wiggins 1, Mrs. B. Goldfinch 2 and 3. Pickles: Mrs. B. Goldfinch 1 and 2. Plums: Mrs. B. Goldfinch 1, Mrs. F. Lassen 2, Mrs. S. Wiggins 3. Gooseberries: Mrs. F. Lassen 1, Mrs. S. Wiggins 2 and 3. Most points (Mr. N. E. Gifford's trophy): Mrs. A. E. Humphreys (123 points) 1, Mrs. S. Wiggins (42 points) 2.

Most points novice section (Mr. McDowall’s trophy): Mrs. S. Wiggins (36 points) 1, Mrs. B. Goldfinch (34 points) 2.

COOKERY. (Judge: Miss J. Thomson, Kairanga.) White bread: Mrs. B. Leuthart (Stratford) 1, Mrs. F. Lassen (Ashhurst) 2, Mrs. S. Wiggins 3; nine entries. Wheatmeal bread: Mrs. B. Leuthart 1, Mrs. S. Wiggins 2 and 3, Mrs. L. D. Anderson v.h.c.; seven entries. Currant loaf: Mrs. B. Leuthart 1, Mrs. R. M. Dickson 2, Mrs. F. Lassen 3, Mrs. g t Wiggins v.h.c.; seven entries. Sultana buns: Mrs. S. Wiggins 1 and 2, Mrs. B. Leuthart 3 and v.h.c.; five entries. Plain scones: Mrs. F. Colquhoun 1, Mrs. S. Wiggins 2 and 3, Mrs. E. Duncan (Halcombe) v.h.c.; thirteen entries. Sultana scones: Mrs. E. Duncan 1 Mrs. S. Wiggins 2 and 3, Miss M. Haines v.h.c.; ten entries. Girdle scones: Mrs. F. Colquhoun 1, Mrs. B. Leuthart 2 and 3, Mrs. S. Wiggins v.h.c.; nine entries. Fruit cake: Mrs. E. Duncan 1, Mrs. S. Wiggins. 2 and v.h.c., Mrs. F. Colquhoun 3; six entries. Plum pudding: Mrs. B. Wright (P.N.) 1 and 2, Miss E. L. Hercock 3 and v.h.c.; five entries. Sponge cake: Mrs. F. Lassen 1, Miss G. A. Vautier 2 and 3* six entries. Sponge sandwich: Mrs. F/Lassen 1, Mrs. T. D. Hicks 2, Mrs. S. Fisher 3, Miss E. Anderson v.h.c.; eleven entries. Rainbow sponge: Mrs. T. D. Hicks 1, Mrs. B. Wright 2, Mrs. A. L. Jones 3; seven entries. Sausage rolls: Mrs. S. Wiggins 1 and 2, Mrs. B. Leuthart 3, Mrs. B. Wright v.h.c.; ten entries. Jam tarfs: Mrs. A. E. Humphreys 1 and 2, Mrs. S. Wiggins 3 and v.h.c.; fifteen entries. Gingerbread: Mrs. E. Duncan 1, Miss E. Alderson 2, Mrs. F. E- Milner 3, Mrs. A. E. Humphreys v.h.c. Pikelets: Mrs. F. Colquhoun 1, -Mrs. B. Leuthart 2 and 3 Mrs. A. McEwen v.h.c.; fourteen entries. Shortbread: Mrs. S. Wiggins 1 and 2, Mrs. B. Wright 3, Mrs. E. Duncan v.h.c.; fifteen entries. Madiera cake: Mrs. B. Leuthart 1, Miss G. A. Vautier 2 and 3, Mrs. E. Duncan v.h.c.; seven entries. Biscuits: Miss M. Sandilands 1 and 2, Mrs. B. Leuthart 3, Mr». F. Colquhoun v.h.c.; nine entries. Seed cake: Mrs. E. Duncan 1 and 2, Miss G. A- Vautier 3 and v.h.c.; nine entries. Light fruit cake: Mrs. B. Leuthart 1, Mrs. S. Wiggins 2 and 3; six entries. Cream puffs: Mrs. S. Wiggins 1 and 2, Mrs. B. Wright 3 and v.h.c.; nine entries. Electric oven class: Mrs. S. Wiggins 1, Miss G. A. Vautier 2, Mrs. J. C. Christian 'and Mrs. R. Robinson, equal 3; eleven entries. JKoyihfl cksaesp Plqjfi scones: 32-

NEEDLEWORK. (Judge: Mrs. W. G. Shannon, P.N.) Hand-knitted sox: Mrs. D. MacDonald (P.N.) 1 and 2, Mrs. Campbell (Christchurch) 3, Mrs. J. Carsewell (Masterton) v.h.c. Cotton crochet: Mrs. M. B. Waters (Wellington) 1, Mrs. A. H. Pope 2, Miss L. Nixon (Aorangi) 3. Woollen bootees: Mrs. Campbell 1 and 2, Mrs. E. M. Learmouth (P.N.) 3. Applique work: Miss E. H. Redshaw (Ashhurst) 1, Mrs. R. V. Smith (Auckland) 2, Mrs.. I. M. Watt (Eewa) 3. . Cushion cover: Mrs. X. M. Watt 1, Miss R. 0. McElhinney (Ashburton) 2, Miss M. Sutherland (Masterton) 3. Table centre: Mrs. B. Welch (Masterton) 1, Miss N. Browning (Tariki) 2, Mrs. J. Spencer (Levin) 3, Mrs. M. E. Wilson '(Tokomaru Bay) v.h.c. Piece white fancy needlework: Miss A. R. McLean (Havelock North) 1, Mrs. J. W. Lankshear (New Plymouth) 2, Miss B. Parker (Remuera) 3. Bichlieu work.: Miss A. R. McLean 1 and 2, Mrs. M. Lynch (Raetihi) 3, Miss L. G. Bycroft (P.N.) v.h.c. Raffia work: Miss M. Cameron (Levin) 1, Mrs. B. Goldfinch 2. Afternoon tea cloth: Miss A. R. McLean 1 and 3, Miss B. Parker 2. Afternoon tea cloth, crochet with linen centre: Mrs. A; H. Pope (Hastings) 1, Miss F. P. Cameron 2, Miss L. Nixon 3. Guest towel: Miss B. Parker 1, Mrs. R. V. Smith 2, Mrs. M. Lynch 3. Embroidered doyley: Miss A. R. McLean 1, Miss B. Parker 2, Miss C. Cooper 3. Worked nightgown: Miss B. Parker 1, Mrs. M. Lynch 2, Miss A. B. McLean 3. D.uehess set: Miss B. Parker 1, Mrs. M. Lynch 2, Miss I. Cooper 3, Miss F. P. Cameron v.h.c. Daintiest handkerchief: Miss D. Parker 1, Miss I. Cooper 2, Miss A. R. MsLaffl 3, yjLfic Sugar:

Wiggins 1 and 2, Miss M. Sandilands 3 and v.h.c.f sixteen entries. Sultana scones: Miss D. Wiggins 1,2, 3 and v.h.c.; ten entries. Rich fruit cake: Miss D. Duncan 1, Miss D. Wiggins 2, Miss M. Sandilands 3 and v.h.c.; thirteen entries. Sponge sandwich: Miss M. Sandilands 1 and 2, Miss I. Benge 3, Miss D. Tennant (Bainesse) v.h.c.; twelve entries. Shortbread: Miss D. Wiggins 1 and 3, Miss D. Duncan 2, Miss M. Sandilands v.h.c.; fourteen entries. Madiera ,cake: Miss M. Sandilands 1 and 2, Miss D. Duncan 3; five entries. Most points novice classes (H. Smithers’ trophy):. Miss M. Sandilands 27 pts., Miss D. Wiggins 24 pts. Most points cookery section (H. Burrows’ trophy): Mrs. S. Wiggins 82 pts., Mrs. B. Leuthart 49 pts. HONEY. (Judge: Mr. D. S. Robinson, P.N.) Light amber honey: Miss C. A. Barrett 1 and 2, A. Anderson 3. Medium amber honey: A. Anderson 1 and 2. Display of honey and wax: Miss Barrett 1, A. Anderson 2.

PEDIGREE CATTLE. (Judges: Shorthorns and HerefordSj Mr. W. H. Karsten, Feilding; Red Polls, Mr. J, W. Harding, Waipukurau-; Friesians, Mr. J. H. P. Liggins, Tokomaru; Jerseys, Mr. A. E. Missen, Hamilton; Milking Shorthorns, Mr. W. E. Barber.) Bulls. Shorthorn bull, over 2 years: W. Gray’s (Aorangai) Rata Park Duke sth 1 and champion. Hereford bull, 2 years: D. P. Buchanan’s (Cunninghams) Mayfield Kansas 9th 1 and champion. Hereford bull, yearling: D. P. Buchanan 1. Red Polls, bull, 2 years: A. G. Anderson estate (Wanganui) 1, D. Higgins 2. Yearling bull: H. G. Bryant (Manakau) 1, D. F. McLeod 2. Bull calf: Feilding Agricultural High School 1, H. G. Bryant 2. Jerseys, bull over 2 years: R. L. Horn (Ohau) 1 and champion, R. L. Horn 2 and reserve champion, E. G. 0. Hodgett’s (Taonui) 3. Bull, 2 years: A. Montgomerie (Kauwhata) 1, W. Ansin (Bunnythorpe) 2, J. Mitchell (Woodville) 3. Yearling bull: G. Milligan (Hastings) 1, 0. Aldis (Feilding) 2, J. Mitchell (Woodville) 3, A. A. Clifford (Aorangai) v.h.c. Bull calf: Mrs. 1. W. Speirs (Levin) 1, 0. McAloon (Te Wera) 2, R. L. Horn 3 and v.h.c. Friesians, bull over 2 years: W. A. Kyle (P.N.) 1 and champion, J. P. Morrison . (Halcombe) 2 and reserve champion. Yearling bull: J. P. Morrison 1, W. A. Kyle 2. Bull calf: W. A. Kyle 1, W. J. Eames (Hunterville) 2, J. P. Morrison 3. Most points: W. A.' Kyle, 32 pts., W. J. Eames, 32 pts. Milking Shorthorns, bull, over 2 years: R. V. Brown (Weraroa) 1. Bull, 2 years: J. H. Mason (Feilding) 1, E. L. Northcott (Colyton) 2. Yearling: H. Bond (Rangiotu) 1. Bull calf: .1. H. Mason 1 and v.h.c., H. Bond 2, R V. Brown 3. Cows. Jerseys, cow in calf or milk, over 3 years: R. L. Horn (Ohau) 1 and champion, J. Murray 2 and reserve champion’ Mrs. W. G. Shannon (P.N.). 3, Mrs. I. W. Speirs (Levin) v.h.c. Heifer in milk, 3 years: C. G. C. Dermer 1, J. Murray 2, J. Mitchell (Woodville) 3, G. Milligan (Hastings) v.h.c. Heifer m milk, 2 years: R. L. Horn 1, J. Murray 2, G. Milligan 3, D. Burke (Awahuri) v.h.c. Two heifers, yearlings: R. L. Horn 1, A. McAloon (Te Wera) 2, Mrs. I. W. Speirs 3. Yearling heifer: J. O’Donnell 1, R. L. Horn 2 and 3, J. Murray v.h.c. Two calves: Mrs. 1.,W. Speirs 1, R. L. Horn 2. Heifer calf: J. O’Donnell 1, R. L. Horn 2 and v.h.c., Mrs. Speirs 3. Novice class, yearling heifer: J. O’Donnell 1, A. A. Clifford 2 H. V. Benge 3. ’ Red Polls, cow in milk, over 3 years: H. G. Bryant 1, Feilding Agricultural High School 2 and 3, Gregor McLeod (Wanganui) v.h.c. Heifer in milk, 3 years: H. G. Bryant 1. Heifer in milk, 2 years: G. McLeod 1, Icilding Agricultural High School 2, A. G. Anderson estate 3. Yearling heifer: Risk Bros. (Ohura) 1, A. E. Anderson estate 2, 3 and v.h.c. Calf: D. Higgin 1, 3 and v.h.c., Feilding Agricultural High School 2.

Friesian3, cow in calf or milk, over 3 years: W. J. Fames X and champion, j. P. Morrison 2, W. A. Tvyle 3. Heifer, in milk, 3 years: W. A. Kyle 1, and reserve champion, W. J. Eames 2, J. P. Morrison 3. Heifer, in milk, 2 years: J'. P. Morrison 3, W. A. Kyle 2. Yearling heifer: W. J. Eames Friesian special, 1 and 2, J. P. Morrison 3. Heifer calf: W. J. Eames 1 and 3, W. A. Kyle 2. Milking Shorthorns, cow in milk, or calf, over 3 years: H. Bond 1, R. V. Brown 2, J. H. Mason o. Heifei, in milk 3 years: J. H. Mason 1. Heifer, in milk, 2 years: R. V. Brown 1, H, Bond 2, J. H. Mason 3. Yearling heifer: R. V. Brown 1 and 2, H. Bond 3. Heifer calf: E. V. Brown 1 and 2, J. H. Mason 3. Best cow or heifer (Jacob special): J. H. Mason 1, H. Bond 2.

DAIRY COWS. (Judge: Mr. H. E. Benborr, Orm'ondville.) Heifer, 3 years: C. G. C. Dermer 3, J. Murray 2, B. L. Horn 3, J. Mitchell v.h.c. PAT CATTLE. (Judge: Mr A. Peters, Dannevirke.) Bullock, any age: T. A. Duncan, (Hunterville) . 1 and 3, E. V. Somer (Glen Oroua) 2. Two steers, 2 years old: T. A. Duncan, 1 and 2. Two yearling steers: T. A. Duncan, 1 and 2. Two fat bullocks, calved since July, 1926: T. A. Duncan 1 and 2. Buliock, under 8001bs., suitable for shop: £, A, Duncan, 1 and, 2,

1 SHEEP. (Judges: Romney rams and other breeds, Mr. F. R, Seddon, Hamilton; Romney owes, Mr. A. P. Southey, Masterton; Southdowns (open), Mr. H. J. Andrew, North Otago; Southdown (natural condition), Mr. W. H. Buick, Masterton; fat sheep, Mr. W. G. Vicars, Levin; fat lambs, Mr. A. Peters, Dannevirke.) Romney rams, under 21 mos.: H. Stewart (Waiata) 1, H. B. Johnston 2, W. F. Jacob and Son (Kiwitea) 3.’ Over 21, under 33 mos.: W. C. Small (Waituna) 1 and champion, G. E. Allen 2, W. C. Small 3 and v.h.c. Over 33 mos.: W. F. Jacob and Son 1 and reserve champion, E. E. Short 2, T. E. Craine 3, W. F. Jacob and Son v.h.c. Under ,21 mos.: W. E. Baker 1, H. B. Johnston 2, W. H. Gibson 3, W. Forgusson (Hunterville) v.h.c. Group of ram, ewe over 21 mos., ewe under 21 mos.: E. E. Short 1, H. B. Johnston 2, G. E. Allen 3. Ram lamb in wool: W. F. Jacob and Son 1, W. H. Gibson 2, E. E. Short 3, T. E. Craine v.h.c. Four flock rams, under 21 mos.: T. E, Craine 1 and 2, Henson Bros. 3. Flock Tam, under 21 mos.: T. E. Craine 1, W. H. Buick and Son 2, W. F. Jacob 3. Romney ewes, two ewes under 21 mos.: H. B. Johnston 1, E. E. Short 2, W. H. Gibson 3 and v.h.c. One under 21 mos.: H. B. Johnston 1 and 2, E. E. Short 3 and v.h.c. Over 21, under 33 mos.: F. W. Blatchford (Woodville) 1 and champion, G. E. Allen 2. Over 33 mos.: E. E. Short 1 and reserve champion, G. E. Allen 2 and v.h.c., H. B. Johnston 3. Ewe lamb in wool: W. C. Small 1, W. F. Jacob and Son 2 and v.h.c., W. H. Gibson 3. Campion Challenge Shield: H. B. Johnston, 25 pts., W. F. Jacob and Son, 15 pts. H. B. Johnston Challenge Cup: H. B. Jchnston, 30 pts., E. E. Short, 26 pts. Southdowns, two rams under 21 mos.: Hugh Burrell and Son (Cheltenham) 1, Ellis Bros. (Bulls) 2, J. Knight (Fcilding) 3. Ram, 21-33 mos.: J. Knight 1 and champion, Ellis Bros. 2, J. Knight 3. Ram, over 33 mos.: H. Burrell and Son 1, J. Knight 2. Ram, under 21 mos.: Ellis Bros. 1, reserve champion and gold medal, H. Burrell and Son 2 and 3, J. Knight v.h.c. Two ewes, under.2l mos.: Ellis Bros. 1 and 2, H. Burrell and Son 3. Ewe, under 21 mos.: H. Burrell and Son 1 and 2, J. Knight 3, Ellis Bros, v.h.c. Ewe, 21-33 mos.: Ellis Bros. 1 and reserve champion, Ellis Bros. 2, J. Knight 3. Ewe, over 33 mos.: Hugh Burrell and Son 1 and champion, Ellis Bros. 2 and 3, H. Burrell and Son v.h.c. Group: Ellis Bros. 1, H, Burrell and Son 2, J. Knight 3. Ram lamb in wool: J. Knight 1, H. Burrell and Son 2, Ellis Bros. 3 and v.h.c. Ewe lamb in wool: Ellis Bros. 1, H. Burrell 2, W. Price 3, J. Knight v.h.c. Four flock rams, under 21 mos.: H. J. Fagan 1, 0. G. C. Dermer 2, W. E. Weightman 3. Flock ram, under 21 mos.: A. C. Vile 1 and 2, H. Stewart 3.

Southdowns (in natural condition), aged ram: W. S. Page (Halcombe) 1 and champion, C. G. C. Dermer 2, W. Price 3; sis entries. Ram, under 21 mos.: W. Howard Booth (Carterton) 1 and reserve champion and 2, H. J. Fagan 3; seven entries. Ram lamb in wool: Henson Bros. 1, A. Burgess (Rongotea) 2, W. E. Baker 3, Ellis Bros, v.h.c.; fourteen entries. Aged ewe: Ellis Bros. 1 and champion, H. J. Fagan 2, A. C. Vile 3, W. Price v.h.c.; twelve entries. Ewe, under 21 inos.: W. H. Booth 1 and reserve champion, Ellis Bros. 2 and 3, H. J. Eagan v.h.c.; nine entries. Ewe lamb in wool: Henson Bros. 1, A. C. Vile 2, P. R. Simpson 3; W. E. Baker v.h.c.; twelve entries. Lincolns: L. R. Wilton (Masterton, secured all prizes, including the championships.

PIGS (Judge: Mr. D. 0. Smith, Hastings.) Berkshires. —Hoar, any age: J. A. Russell (P.N.) 1 and champion, J. McFarland and Son 2 and reserve champion, J. A. Russell 3. Boar, 8-14 mos.: 0. C. Ellerm (Sanson) 1, J. A. Russell 2. Boar, 4-8 mos.: J. A. Russell 1, 0. C. Ellerm 2 and 3. Boar, under 4 mos.: J. A. Russell 1. Sow, 8-14 mos.: J. A. Russell 1 and 2. Sow, 4-8 mos.: J. Morgan 1, J. A. Russell 2, 0. C. Ellerm 3. Sow, under 4 mos.: J. A. Russell 3 and 2. Sow and litter: J. A. Russell 1 and champion, J. A. Russell 2 and reserve champion, J. Morgan 3. Tamworths. —Boar, any age: Cheltenham Dairy Coy. 1 and champion, 0. C. Ellerm 2 and reserve champion. Boar, 4-8 mos.: H. Y. Benge 1 and 2, Cheltenham D.C, 3, J. A. Russell v.h.c. Boar, under 4 mos.: J. A. Russell 1. Sow, 8-14 mos.: Feilding Agricultural H.S. 1, J. A. Russell 2 and 3. Sow, 48 mos.: H. Y. Benge 1 and v.h.c., Cheltenham DC. 2 and 3. Sow, under 4 mos.: J. A. Russell 1 Large Whites.—Boar, any age: Feilding Agricultural H.S. 1 and champion, Feilding A.H.S. 2. Sow, any age: Feilding A.H.S. 1 and champion. Bacon and Pork

Two baconers, under 2071 b. live weight: TV. A. Davison (Eongotea) 1 and 2, Cheltenham D.C. 3 and h.c., J. Buglass v.h.c. and h.c.; 16 entries. Porker, not to exceed 1101 b. live weight: TV. A. Davison 1 and 3, Cheltenham D'.C. 2; three entries. • Most points in Berkshires: J. A. Russell, 50 points; O. C. E'llerm, 14 points. Most points in Tamworths: H. V. Benge, 18 points; Cheltenham D'.C., 16 points.

HORSES Ponies (judge: l£r< j. H. McNiyen, Haumoans-.) Rest groomed, mannered and paced pony, 13-14.2 bands: Miss K; Levin’s Ginger 1, Miss Doris Young’s (P.N.) Gwfenette 2, Mrs. . W. Parson’s Bint 2. Not exceeding 13 hands: H. M. Blunden’e De Wet 1, Miss Grace Young’s (Rongotea) Mickey 2, lan Simpson’s (Makino) Toby 3. Polo pony: E. Parson’s Trixie 1, E. Parson’s Se-norita 2, Mrs. H. Meade’s (P*JT«) Prudence 3. Mare or gelding, 14-14.2 hands:®Miss K. Levin’s Ginger 1, Mrs. A. W. Parson’s Bint 2, Miss D. Young’s Silver 3. Mare or gelding, 13-14. hands: Miss D. Young’s Gwenotte 1. Mare or gelding, 12-13 hands: H. M. Blunden’s De Wet 1, A. G. Suited’a Prancer 2, Miss- L. Meade’s Tbfly 3. Mare or gelding, 11-12 hands: Mias G. Young’s Mickey 1, Miss Margaret Dernier ’a entry 2, Miss Ruth Perry’s Cioe 3. Mare or gelding, 11 hands and under: lan Simpson’s Toby I, Desmond Buchanan’s Black Prince 2, H. Garlick’s Bubbles 3.

COMPETITIONS. Boy rider, under 16 years: Wiremu McLehn (Halcombe) 1, Arthur G. Suited (AshhurSt) 2, Wallie Beatson t (Aprangi) 3. Boy rider, under 12 years: A. G. Suited 1, Wallie Beatson z. Girl rider, under 16 years:' Miss Doris Ydung (Kairanga) 1, Miss K. Levin (Feilding) 2, Miss Della Adsctt t ( ColytOn) 3. Girl rider, under 12 years: Miss Doris Young 1, Miss Yvonne Bennett 2. Pony jumping: H. M. Blunden’s (Kakariki) Kowhai 1, Mrs. A. W. Pareon’s (Waipukurau) Bint 2. Maiden hunters’ competition: T. E. Taylor’s (Kiwitea) Lad o’ Mine 1, E. Parson’s (Waitotara) Koru 2, Miss Dbrothy Perry’s (Waituna West) Caro 3. Open pony jump: H. M. Blunden’s De Wet 1. Leaping competition: Miss Grace Twist’s (Greenipeadows) Ivovno 1, 0. Nelson’s Whangarei 2, T. R. Taylor’s Lad o' Mine 3.

JUDGES COMMENTS. ! Priftsians. There were several noted show ring perfbpners in the exhibits of Frie-sians and in summing up his comment on the stock, the jud£e, Mr. J. H. P. Liggins (Tokomaru), remarked: “There were ho 1 tail-end-ers ’ as is generally experienced at most shows.’’ The exhibits were remarkable for evenness of quality, and in dealing with the females, Ytr Liggins said that the first prize beast in the mature cow class was outstanding and while it was inclined to lose bloom, that did not detract from its quality. A noted show winner, it was champion of all dairy breeds at MfrtOn, Manawatu and Egmont and is ohe of the great show cows of the Dominion. In the three-year-olds, the first-prize cow was of fine quality, the

second of good type but a bit low in condition and the third was a well developed little heifer, but a bit too small for the class. Regarding the calves, difficulty was experienced in making the awards, the decision resting upon one having more character in the head than the other. Both the champion cow and yearling heifer were splendid representatives of the type. Some time was occupied in judging the senior male class, the two bulls exhibited being difficult to separate. The class as a whole was very good.

Milking Shorthorns. While there were not many exhibits in the milking Shorthorn section, the judge, Mr W. E.- Berber of F o xt-°n, found-the quality quite good and was pleased to note the signs of improvement in breeding in tho younger stock. This section would have been more interesting had there been more competition and he felt that the unfavourseason, with all the farmers behind in their hay, was responsible to some extent for more exhibits not coming forward. Mr Barber considered that the champion bull svas a very fine type of milking Shorthorn, altogether a splendid animal. Tho calves and yearlings were a very nice lot.

Red Polls. In the cattle exhibits it was surprising to note the splendid representation of the Rod Poll breed, the numbers being greatly in excess of thosd present at previous shows. Mr. J. W. Harding, of Mt. Yernon, Waipukurau, who judged this class, was delighted with the quality of the stock and impressed by the exceptional showing of young animals. A feature of tho class was the exhibition of two imported animals from Canada, ono of which, a. young bull, belonging to tho estate of the late A. G. Anderson, claiming first award. The exhibits in the yearling heifer class were decidedly good and the competition keen. There was no very marked distinction between the placed animals and the others—in fact, there was not a single animal which did not come up to tho standard of tho breed. While some of the classes were badly filled and the quality throughout was excellent, the absence of previously noticed defects in the essential characteristics of the breed was a point which struck Mr. Harding, who concluded that this was due to the fact that breeders have more to select from and are able to leave aside anything not up to the mark. Importations from Canada have assisted in this direction and he gathered from the number of young animals exhibited that the future held prospects for a bigger show of Red Polls in the Feilding Show. Natural Condition Southdowns. Mr W. H. Bui ok, of Mastcrton, who judged the natural condition Southdowns, found them right through even and answering all the conditions required of tho class. There was nothing outstanding in the ram section but in the one-shear ewe exhibits one sheep stood out from the rest and was clearly a splendid representative of tho breed. Taking the exhibition as a whole, Mr. Buick was pleased with the numerous entries and the high standard of quality throughout. Southdowns (Open). Exceptionally largo entries with keen competition greeted Mr. H. J'. Andrew, of Maheno, North Otago, who judged the Southdowns (open classes). He had tho utmost difficulty in separating the exhibits which called for tho closest examination. There was no doubt, he said, that so long as the pre-

sent standard was maintained, there would be nothing to fear regarding the future of the Southdown. The stock showed evidcnco of careful attention as to selection of type and breeding. The champion ram was a noteworthy sheep of splendid type and length. The champion ewe of Messrs. Burrell nnd Son, a noted ring performer with many championships to its credit, was an outstanding sheep and while it was beginning to age it was still a formidable competitor. There was strong competition in flock single ram classes in which there were sixteen entries and the groups presented an exceptionally fine display.

Romney Rams. “A particularly strong class right through,’’ remarked Mr. F. R. Scddon, Of Hamilton, judge of the Romney Marsh rams, who went on to say that he was satisfied that tho sheep were undoubtedly better in every way than he had seen before at Feilding. Competition was very strong in every class, with a big representation in the flock ram section. The champion was a particularly good sheep with great carcase and a very good fleece. Tho reserve champion was also a good sheep but did not come up to tho champion -in conformation of carcase. He was very impressed with the showing of rams.

Romney Ewes. The exhibition of Romney Marsh sheep was undoubtedly one of the strongest seen at the Feilding Show and throughout yesterday the utmost interest was manifested in the exhibits. The judge of tho ewes, Mr. A. P. Southey, of Manaia, Mastcrton, was particularly impressed with the sheep he had to deal with in his first visit to the show. Tho champion ewe, a 4-th., was an exceptionally fine sheep, being wonderfully well woolled, with good bono and a very line head. This Was the first appearance of this sheep in the open class and in the opinion of Mr. Southey, was undoubtedly one ol: tho best sheep shown for a long time. In tho Manawatu Show this sheep, exhibited in tho natural condition class, gained third place, and although Mr. Southey did not sco it there, he is satisfied that it is an outstanding animal. The first prize ewe hogget was also a fine type of the breed; the pair of eaves w6fo very good and the same could be said of the winning ewe lamb and the aged ewe. Competition was keen throughout and the representation strong. Honey. One of the most attractive displays at the Show was the exhibition staged by the Honey Producers’ Association, which is carrying out a honey boosting campaign throughout the Dominion. Practically the whole of the honey exported from New Zealand passes through the hands of the association to the European market and is known throughout Britain as Imperial Bee honey. In addition to exhibits, showcaTds told how honey could be utilised ic many ways and its health-giving properties. There was also a fine display by Miss Barrett which is well worth studying. She has designed a garden and pond in beeswax and in doing so, revealed an artistic taste as well as bringing into play a good deal of ingenuity. Mr. A. Anderson also has a creditable display, including live bees, moulded beeswax, honey mead and honey vinegar, all of which are by-products of tho industry, The entries in the honey section ara small owing to the lateness of the season, but what honey was shown wa* of exceedingly good quality.

; , FAT SHEEP (Judge: Mr. W. G. Vickers, Levin.) Most Suitable for Freezing Down cross wethers, 21-33m05.: J. McKclvio (Carnarvon) 1, D. W. Reid (Feilding) 2 and 3. Down cross wethers, under 21 mos.: J. McKclvie 1 and 2, W. Howard Booth (Carterton) 3 and v.h.c. Down cross maiden ewes, un'der 21 mos.: J. McKclvio 1 and 2, D. W. Reid 3. Longwool cross wethers, 21-33 mos.: D. W. Reid 1 and 2, J. McKclvio S.j Longwool or cross wethers, under 21 mos.: J. McKelvic 1 and 2, D. W. Reid 3. Longwool or cross maiden ewes, under 21 mos.; J. McKelvic 1 and 2, D. W. Reid 3. Export Classes Down cross wethers, under 21 m&s., most profitable for commercial purposes: D. W. Reid 1 and 2, J. McKelvic 3. Down cross maiden ewes, under 21 mos., most profitable for commercial purposes: J. Waugh 1, D. W. Reid 2 and 3. Longwool or cross wethers, under 21 mos., moat profitable for commercial purposes: D. W. Reid 1, J'. McKclvie 2. Heavyweights Longwool cross wether: J. McKelvic 1, D'. W. Reid 2 and 3. Longwool cyDss'ewes: J. McKclvie 1, Lance Baddy 2, 3 and v.h.c. Down cross wethers: D. W. Reid 1 and 2, H. Gray 3, J. McKelvic v.h.c. Down cross ewes: J. McKclvie 1, D. W. Reid 2. Fat Lambs Down crosses, shorn, under 421 b.: A. S. Brewster (Feilding) 1, I. and H. Waugh (Taonui) 2, J. Shortall 3; 12 entries. Longwool crosses, in- wool, under 42Lb.: J. McKelvie 1, D. W. Reid 2. Longwool cross tegs, shorn, not under 421ib.: Binuio Waugh 1. Down cross tegs, shorn, 42-541 b.: F. J. Boddy I, J. M. Campbell 2, W. G. Booth 3. Dowu cross tegs, in w r ool, 42-541 b.: F. J. Boddy 1, W. G. Booth 2, A. S. Brewster 3. Down cross tegs, shorn, over 541 b.: J. M. Campbell 1, A. S. Brewster 2. Dowu cross tegs, in wool, over 541 b.: W. G. Booth 1, A. S. Brewster 3. Dowu cross lambs, in wool, under 421 b.: Mrs. J. Short 1, Lance Boddy 2, J. Milligan (Awahuri) 3; 20 entries. Export Classes

Down cross lambs, shorn,' under 42 lb.: A. S. Brewster 1, Mrs. J. Short 2, G. Turnbull estate 3; eight entries. Longwool cross lambs, shorn, under 42 lb.: J. McKelvie 1, Binnie Waugh 2. Icy eland cross lambs, 42-541 b.: J. Mc-Kelvi-o 1. Pet lamb, Down: Miss D. Parker (Colyton) 1, Miss J. Wiggins (Askkurst) 2, Binnie Waugh 3, Bob Sikortall (Colyton) v.h.c.; 10 entries. Pet lamb, longwool: Tom Richardson 1 ,Miss Hazel Murray 2, Noel Osborne 3, Hills v.h.c.; six entries.

Grade Dairy Cows Cow in milk: L. A. Lancaster (Kopane) 1, A. Montgomerie 2 and 3, Arnold Robinson (Aorangi) v.h.c.; 10 entries. Heifer in milk, 24-33 mos.: L. A. Lancaster 1 and 2, A. Montgomerie 3; four entries. Two heifers, under 18 mos.: A. Montgomerie 1, L. A. Lancaster 2, H. V. Benge 3. Heifer, under 18 mos.: A. Montgomerie 1 and v.h.c., L. A. Lancaster 2, H Y Benge 3. Two heifer calves: A. A. 0 ''Donnell (Bunythiorpe) 1, L. A. Lancaster 2, A. Montgomerie 3, A. Robinson v.h.c. Heifer calf: A. A. O’Donnell 1 and 3, L. A. Lancaster 2, A. Montgomerie 3. Novice Classes Dairy cow in milk: A. Montgomerie

1, A. Robinson 2, G. Grsurt 3, H. V. Benge v.h.c. Heifer, 24-33 mos.: A. Montgomerie 1, H. V. Benge 2 Heifer, under 18 mos.: A. Montgomerie 1, H. V. Benge 2 and 3, D. G. Fraser v.h.c. Heifer calf: A. A. O’Donnell I, A. Montgomerie 2, A. Robinson 3, H. B. Beatson v.h.c. Most points in grade section (H. J. Lancaster trophy): A. Montgomerie, 46 points; L. A. Lancaster, 32 points. Most points in novice section (F, J. Boddy trophy and N.Z. Refrigerating Coy. trophy): A. Montgomerie,, 22 points; H. V. Benge, 11 points.