EXHIBITIONS.

New Zealand Herald, Volume XXXVII, Issue 11539, 26 November 1900, Page 7

EXHIBITIONS.

HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY'S SHOW. The summer exhibition of the Auckland Horticultural Society was concluded on Saturday night. The show, which has been one of the most successful yet held in Auckland, was largely patronised both by adults and children. The following names have to be added to the list of judges given previously: — Messrs. J. Allan, T. O. P. Whitoley, G. W. Wright, and T. S. Jagger, and Mesdame3 Segar, Nelson, and Streeter. Miss Annie Porter was awarded the third prize in the competition for bouquets open to children under the age of 16 years. Marriage's band again provided excellent music. HENDERSON FLOWER SHOW AND INDUSTRIAL EXHIBITION. A very successful flower show and industrial exhibition was held in the Henderson Public Hall on November 21. The many residents who then gathered together must have been more than a little surprised and delighted at the productiveness of their district, and must also have admired the energy and taste of those who had worked for the best representation of that productiveness. Flowers, of course, were the chief exhibits, but homo confectionery and preserved fruits had an important place. Then the needlework on its side was a great attraction; also the more ambitious works of art which were hung along tho walls. Ladies were always ready at the refreshment counter to supply the wants of the visitors. During the afternoon and early evening the hall was open for the viewing of the exhibits, but at eight o'clock a promenade and competition conceit commenced. To the pleasure of the audience Mr. Monk, M.H.R., took the chair. . He intimated that his oponing speech would not he a long one, as he had heard too many long speeches of late. After congratulating the people of Henderson on their splendid exhibition, he said he did not want to cause trouble between the ladies and the gentlemen, but he had been given to understand that the entire credit of the exhibition lay with the ladies. In that case he must especially congratulate them, and it was only another evidence of what an important part they played in the community. And he hoped they would continue to exert and extend that influence, for he was sure the prosperity and-loyalty of the country would benefit. Then he warned the gentlemen that it was time for them to bestir themselves. After these remarks he distributed the prizes, which were awarded as follows: — Class Table decorations: Mrs. B. Cranwell, 1; Miss Duncan, 2; Miss F. Oranwell, 3; Misses Cantwell and Laurie, highly commended. Bouquet: Mrs. Roberts, 1; Miss Vellenoweth, 2. Buttonholes: Misses Russell, 1 and 2. Wreath: Miss Cantwell, 1. Pot plants: John Piatt, 1 and 2. Bouquet of wild flowers: Miss Roberts, 1; John Piatt, 2. Six roses: Mrs. Piatt, 1. Sween peas: Exhibited by Miss P. Cranwell, highly commended. Collection of flowers: Miss Meikle, 1; Miss Duncan, 2. Children's department Pot of musk: G. Pirrit. 1; Jennie Pirrit, 2. Table bouquet: Miss Ruby Harvie, 1. Hand bouquet: La3sie Laurie. 1; Jessie Piatt, 2. Buttonholes: Annie Piatt, 1; Herbert Piatt, 2. Collection of roses (not for competition): Exhibited by Mr. B. Cranwell, very highly commended. Class Bottled fruit: Mrs. Hueston, 1; Mrs. Tuckev, 2. Jam: Mrs. Levy, 1. Vegetables: P. G. Piatt, 1. Peas: Mr. Houghton, Class C—Bread: Mrs. Bell. 1. Scones: Mrs. B. Cranwell. 1; Miss Bailey, 2. Sponge sandwich : Miss Duncan, 1; Miss Hepburn, 2. Currant cake: Mrs. Pirrit. 1; Mrs. B. Cranwell, 2. Plum pudding: Harold Houghton, 1; John Piatt, 2. Butter: Mrs. Levy, 1; Mrs. Meikle, 2; Mies Laurie, 3. Hen eggs: Fred Piatt. 1. Duck eggs: Mrs. Sissons, 1. Class Adults—Plain sewing: Miss Clara Cantwell, 1. Cushions — Arrasene: Miss Laurie, 1. Anplique work: Miss Hueston, 1. Crazy work: Miss K. Duncan. 1. Child's dress: Miss K. Duncan, 1. Scone d'oyley: Miss K. Duncan, 1. Drawn thread work: Mi3B Nellie Bailey, 1. Knitted quilt: Mies M. Hepburn, 1; Mrs. Duncan, 2. Crotchet quilt: Mrs. Laurie, 1. Plain sewing, girls under 10: Lassie Laurie, 1; Ruth Pirrit. 2. Plain sewing, girls 10 to 14: Kathleen Houghton, 1. Knitted lace: Mrs. Duggan (aged 84), beautiful work, and generally admired. Paintings—Flowers i Miss E. La Trobe, 1; Miss Roberts. 2. Study from life: Miss Roberts. 1: Miss E. La. Trobe, 2. Landscape: Miss Blake, 1. Wood-carv-ing—Model boat: George Dennis, 1. Cabinet: Miss Blake, 1. . . The results of the musical competitions ,vere:—Singing: Miss Turner, 1. Pianoforte solo: Miss Clar? Cantwell. 1. Recitations were given by Miss Lennie Evans and Master Laurie Lvtton; and a pianoforte duet was given by Misses Duncan and Campbell. All through the evening tin audience seemed in the best of humour, and enthusiasm grew towards the enda sure sign of a real success. Mr. Monk, in closing, again congratulated the people of Henderson on their exhibition, and urged still greater effort for another year, especially on the part of the gentlemen. Then he proposed that the audience heartily sing, "God Save tho Queen." This was done, and then » vote of thanks to Mr. Monk himself closed I a pleasant evening.

IAURANGA A. AND P. SHOW.

THE WATER CARNIVAL. [BY TELEGRAPH.—OWN CORRESPONDENT.] Taubanga, Saturday. < Tho Agricultural and Pastoral Association's sixth annual show on Thursday next promises to be the best yet held. The entries closed to-day, and are more numerous than for any previous show. One of the great attractions of the day will bo tho general muster of the mounted rifles, as so far the Tauranga and le Puke contingents, although forming one, have been drilled separately, Captain Lewis and Lieutenant Tom Taylor drilling the Taurnnga contingent of about 50 strong, and Lieutenant Collett (inspector of stock) having the To Pule contingent in charge, which comprises about 30. The whole are to parade at the exhibition on Thursday, and no doubt the event will be one of the most attractive and pleasing of the meeting. Very elaborate preparations are being made for the water carnival at Christmas, and special inducements are being held out to Upper Thames visitors. A steamer will be despatched to Bowentown on Christmas Day to bring 150 excursionists, and ' will return a week later. In the interval aquatic sports of all kinds will be held, ono prize alone being £20 foi the maiden fours, fo» which already six entries are guaranteed. The Christmas events here promise to be the best and most attractive ever offered to the public