AGRICULTURAL SHOW.

New Zealand Mail, Issue 1291, 26 November 1896, Page 7

AGRICULTURAL SHOW.

THE WELLINGTON A. AND P. ASSOCIATION'S SPLENDID DISPLAY.

ONE OF THE BEST SHOWS YET

HELD.

Patron, His Excellency the Governor ; president, Mr A. Matthews ; vice-presidents. Messrs E. J. Riddiford and D. Sladden ; ffoneral committed, Messrs H. H.Beetham, j W. H. Beetham, J. Bidwill, W. E. Bid will, , F. Bradey, A. D. Crawford H. Eghnton, C Elear. W. A. Fitzherbert, W. G. Foster, I H. Gillies, W. A. T. H. Hanna, F. A. Majendie, A. H. Miles, E. W. Mills, W. H Millward, C. W. Mullins, P. Mungavm, A." MeKenzie, Dr A. K. Newman, A. O'Brien, A. E. Peatce, J. Stuckey ; hon treasurer, Mr R. Wilberfoas ; hon analyst, Mr W Skey ; hon veterinary surgeon, Mr Thomas Michie, M.U.C.V.S. ; secretary, Mr George H. Scales. The eighth annual show of the Wellington Agricultural and Pastoral Association, whichwas opened at Petone on November 18, may be considered as one of the best ever held since the foundation of the Society. There is a slight falling-off in the number of entries as a total, but this was caused through the smaller number entered in the produce manufactures and implement sections. In the sheep classes there was an increase of nearly 100, and in cattle about a like number. The cattle exhibits were in point of numbers and quality far away ahead of any previous show, in fact it was undoubtedly the best display ever seen in any part of the Colony. There was considered to be a very fine show of Ayrshires, and the biggest display ot Herefords ever seen in the Colony. lhe same may be said of shorthorns. In regard to the sheep, there was not a bad sheep penned. The Romneys and Lincolns were especially good, the competition being so keen that the judges had great difficulty in arriving at decisions. There were six certificates given in each class, and even after the awards had been given, the judges wanted to know from the officials what they were going to do with the rest of the sheep, as they did not like to turn them away without a certificate. Gentlemen who had seen the Royal Society's show in England said they had not seen better sheep in those two classes exhibited at Home. From this it will be seen that the quality of the exhibits was very good. The entry in the Hampshire Down section was rather disappointing, but there was a fair show of fat sheep. Mr W. Booth, of Carterton, took six firsts in fat sheep, the other prize - takers being Messrs Stuckey, Pharazyn, "Williams and Beetham, Buchanan, and Garforth. Messrs Perry Bros., Masterton, took the £SO points prize in Lincolns, and Mr A. Matthews, Wairarapa, the .£SO points prize for Romneys. The .£SO points prize for Ayrshire cattle was taken by Messrs A. and J. McFarlane, Dunedin. The pig classes failed to fill up. The show of implements was scarcely up to the usual standard. The principal exhibitors were Messrs Wilkins and Field, E. W. Mills and Co. and Booth and McDonald. The show of shorthorns was the best over seen in Wellington, and, as it was said by a well-known breeder, was worthy of the Royal Agricultural Show of England. The quality could scarcely be excelled. The well-known breeder and exhibitor at agricultural shows, Mr A. McHardy, Hawke's Bay, took first and champion with his bull The Guv'nor, calved since June, 1895, and was similarly successful with his heifer Oxford Summerton, calved since June, 1894, besides which he secured two other firsts. The othe principal exhibitors of shorthorns were Messrs P. C. Threlkeld (Canterbury), W. Rathbone (Waipawa), W. Nixon (Canterbury), J. Stuckey (Wairarapa). In this section Mr Nixon secured a first, Mr W. Rathbone a first, and Mr Stuckey two firsts. The Ayrshires were pronounced the finest lot ever seen north of Cook Strait, the principal exhibitors being Messrs A. and J. McFarlane, Rodgerson and Fleming, S. V. burridge, A. D. Crawford, M. McCauley, Olsen's estate, W. Coleman. For a bull calved prior to June 30, 1893, Messrs A. and J. McFarlane secured first and champion with Master Jack of Ayrshire Park. They also got first for a bull calved since that date, and first for a bull calved since June, 1893. Further, a first and champion for a cow calved since June 1893, and they secured three firsts for heifers. Messrs Rodgerson and Fleming got six seconds in the Ayrshire classes. Great credit is due to the secretary of the Association, Mr Scales, for the manner in which he has worked up the show. There was not a single hitch on the 18th, and on every hand there was evidence ot careful management and ory.uiisation The press representatives are thankful to Messrs Sellar and Moncrief, Mr Scales' assistants, for valuable aid rendered during the day in the matter of obtaining results. Mr Whyte had a luncheon booth on the ground, and gave a really first - class spread. The following are the details of the show -.

SF.EEP. In the sheep classes there were 14 Lincolns entered, 139 Bomney Marsh, 20 English Leicester, 5 Border Leicester, 44 Southdown, 8 Shropshire Down, 7 Hampshire Down, 45 fat sheep. The show was «n excellent one in every respect. Sheepbreeders and exhibitors are critical people, and their opinions are deserving of respect, seeing- that they are founded on practical experience. Gentlemen present, who travel round all the shows in the Colony, yesterday stated that the sheep exhibited were equal to any they had seen in any other part. They were, in fact, on the same plane as those shown at Christchurch, in so far as quality was concerned. j There was very keen competition in both Romneys and Lincolns. In the first men- j

tioned class there was a large entry. In the Hawke's Bay district breeders do not go in very extensively for R-omneys, but down South classes are more varied. In the Wellington district; however, it is very apparent that Romneys and Lincolns are the favourite breeds. The Contest for supremacy yesterday was mainly confined to the Wairarapa and Hawke's Bay breeders. Mr Alfred Matthews, of Featherston, secured the big points prize in Romneys. He practically swept the board, but Messrs T. B. Allen and W. B. Allen, of Lower Hutt and Clareville respectively, each secured prizes. In Lincolns some of the most noted of the South Islanders were not represented. ; Mr Reid, of Elderslie, exhibited, 'tis true, and he is a very strong opponent. The quality of the sheep was very superior, and all sections were very much admired by those best qualified to judgeIn Class I. Mr T. Tanner, of Hawke's Bay, won the first on the list with a ram, bred by A. C.Lan£,and was given the championship also. Messrs Perry Bros., Masterton, won the first and champion for th? best ewe, and also took four other prizes. Mr John Reid was successful twice, and Messrs J. Rayner and Sons, of Masterton, once. Each also secured seconds, as did Mr W. Wilson, of Whenuakura, who showed some fine animals. The judging occupied a considerable time, it being very evident that there was not much difference in quality between a lot of the animals examined. There was no entry in Cotswolds, nor in crossbreds. In the case of the latter it is principally sheep-breeders who exhibit at shows. They do so in order to increase their sales, but few people here now buy crossbreds for breeding purposes, preferring a pure strain. The sheep that were brought up from the South were very much knocked about on the steamer. They were kept on deck instead of being put down the hold, and a lot of them bore evidences of their voyage. In English Leicesters, Mr W. G. Foster took first and champion in the over 18 months ram class ; Mi-Nixon, of Killanchy, first in the under 18 months class ; Mr A. Wall, of Paremata, first in the ewe under IS months; and Mr T. Tanner, of Hawke's Bay, first and champion for ewe under that age.

Border Leicesters were small in point of number. Mr John Reid, of Elderslie, secured first and champion for a ram above 18 months, bred by himself, and first for a ewe, Mr C. Reid, of Oalruddery estate, Oamaru, securing first for ram under 18 months.

Mr James Stuckey, of Te Rangitumau, Opaki, absolutely scooped the pool in Southdowns, taking seven firsts and two championships, besides a number of places. Messrs Williams and Beetham, who were beaten by him in four sections, turned the tables in the under 18-months ewe class. The only other first awarded them was in the dry ewe (above 18 months), in which they also got a second and commended. They were more fortunate in Shropshire Downs, winning in all four classes, in which, however, they were the only exhibitors, showing eight sheep. Mr A. O'Brien, of Paraparaumu, had no opposition in Hampshire Downs, and got all the prizes. The last in the list of sheep was the fat class, in which Mr W. Booth, of Carterton, took half a dozen firsts, the other prize-takers being Messrs J. Stuckey, Williams and Beetham, W. C. Buchanan, C. B. Pharazyn and S. Garforth. The following is the pri-ze-list: — LINCOLN. (Judge—Mr J. B. Sutton.) Ram above 18 months —T. Tanner's, shorn November, breeder A. C. Lang, 1 and champion and 3; John Reid's, 2; Perry Bros.', v hc ; W. Wilson's, h c and c.

Two rams above 18 months —John Reid's, breeder exhibitor, 1 ; W. Wilson's, 2 and 3 ; Perry Bros.', v h c and h c ; John Reid's, c. Ram under 18 months—Perry Bros.', breeders exhibitors, 1, 3 and v h c-; J. Rayner and Sons', 2 ; John Reid's, h c and c.

Two rams under IS months —J. Rayner and Sons', 1 ; Perry Bros.', 2; T. Tanner's, 3 and h c; W. Wilson's, v h c; John Reid's,

Pen of five hoggets (rams) —Perry Bros.', 1 ; John Reid's, 2 ; W. Wilson's, 3. Dry ewe above 18 months —John Reid's, 1 ; J. Rayner and Sons', 2 ; W. Wilson's, 3 ; John Reid's, v h c and hc; Perry Bros.', c. Ewe under 18 months —Perry Bros.', breedeis exhibitors, 1 and c ; W. Wilson's, 2 and hc; John Reid's, 3 ; J. Raynor and Sons', v h c.

Two owes, under 18 months—Perry Bros.', breeders exhibitors, 1 ; J. Rayner and Sons', 2; John Reid's, 3 5 W. Wilson's, v h c and h c. Ewe above 18 months, with lamb at foot Perry Bros.', lambed August, breeders exhibitors, 1 and champion; W.Wilson's, 2, 3 and v h c.

ROMNEY MARSH. (Judge—Mr J. Holmes.)

Ram above 18 months —A. Matthews', breeder exhibitor, 1,2, 3 and v ii c; Gray Bros.', h c; J. Sykes', c.

Two rams above 18 months —Alfred Matthews', 1 and 2 ; B. Harding's, 3; W. B. Allen's, v h o; Gray Bros.', he; John Eeid's, c. Bam under 18 months—Alfred Matthews', breeder exhibitor, 1; W. B. Allen's, 2 and v h c,- John Eeid's, 3 ; W. E. Bidwill's, he; P. Mungavin's, c and w m. Two rams under 18 months —T. P. Allen's, 1; P. Mungavin's, 2 ; Gray Bros.', 3 ; W. B. Allen's, v h c; John Eeid's, h c and c.

Pen of five hoggets (rams) —John Eeid's, 1 ; Gray Bros.', 2 and 3 ; H. Bglinton's, v h c; T. P. Allen's, he; E. Harding's, c. Dry ewe above 18 months —A. Matthews', breeder C. File, Kent, 1; John Eeid's, 2; A. Matthews', 3; P. Mungavin's, v h c; E. Harding's, h e; W. B. Allen's, c. Ewe under 18 months—W. B. Allen's, breeder exhibitor, 1; W. B. Allen's, 2; A.

Matthews', 3 ; P. Mungavin's, v h c and c ; Gray Bros.', h c | John Reid's, s m.

ENGLISH LEICESTERS. (Judge—Mr J. McCaw.)

Rani above IS months—W. G. Foster's, 1 and champion ; P: C. Threlkeld's, 2 ; Williams and Beetham's h c • T. Tanner's, c. Ram under 18 months —W. Nixon's, 1,2, 3 andc.

Ewe above IS months, with lamb at foot —A. Wall's, breeder J. Brown, Rangiora, 1 and champion; P. C. Threlkeld's, 2, h c and c. Ewe under IS months—T. Tanner's, breeder exhibitor, 1 and 2; P. C. Threlkeld's, v h c, h c and c.

BORDER LEICESTER. (Judge—Mr J. McCaw.) Ram above 18 months John Reid's, breeder exhibitor, 1 and champion.

Ram under 18 months —C. Reid's, 1 ; John Reid's, breeder exhibitor, 2 and 3. Ewe under 18 months—John Reid's, breeder exhibitor, 1.

SOUTHDOWNS. (Judge—Mr C. W. Reid.) Ram above IS months—James Stuckey's, N.Z.F.B. 3, 1 and champion ; Williams and Beetham's, Summersbury 11., breeder J. Deans, Canterbury, 2; James Stuckey's, 3.

Two rams above 18 months James Stuckey's, N.Z.F.B. 3,1; Williams and Beetham's, 2 and 3.

Ram under 18 months —James Stuckey's, N.Z.F.B. 3, 1 and 2; W. C. Buchanan's,

Two rams under IS months—James Stuckey's, 1 and 2; Williams and Beetham's, c.

Pen of five hoggets (rams) —James Stuckey's, 1 ; Williams and Beetham's,

Ewe above 18 months, with lamb at foot —James Stuckey's, shorn about 20th November, 1895, N.Z.F.B. 3,1, champion and 3 ; Williams and Beetham's, 2 and he.

Dry ewe above 18 months —Williams and Beetham's, 1,2 and c. Ewe under IS months —Williams and Beetham's, 1 ; Jas. Stuckey's,N.Z.F.B. 3,2,3 and h c.

Two ewes under 18 months Jas Stuckey's, N.Z.F.B. 3,1, 2 and 3 ; W. C Buchanan's, h c.

SHROPSHIRE DOWNS. (Judge—Mr C. W. Reid.) Ram above 18 months—Williams and Beetham's, shorn January, 1896, breeder C. Lewis, 1. Ram under 18 months—Williams and Beetham's, breeders exhibitors, 1. Ewe above 18 months, with lamb at foot —Williams and Beetham's, shorn December, 1895, breeders exhibitors. 1,2 and hc.

Ewe under 18 months —Williams and Beetham's, breeders exhibitors, 1,2 and c.

HAMPSHIRE DOWNS. (Judge—Mr C. W. Reid.) Ram above 18 months—A. O'Brien's, 1 and 2. Ram under 18 months —A. O'Brien's, 1 and 2.

Ewe under 18 months —A. O'Brien's, 1 and 2.

FAT SHEEP. (Judge—Mr W. B. Clarkson.)

Ten Down or Down-cross wethers, suitable for freezing. Sheep to be bred, fattened by, and the bona fide property of the exhibitor, and not to be under 531 b nor over 741 b frozen weight—James Stuckey's, 1 ; W. E. Bidwili's, 2 ; William and Beetham's, 3.

Ten wethers, long-wools, or long-woolled crosses, suitable for freezing — Williams and Beetham's, v h c.

Five Down or Down-cross sheep under 18 months, suitable for freezing—Williams and Beetham's, breeders exhibitors, 1 and 2 ; W. E. Bidwill's,v h'.c; W. C. Buchanan's, c. Five Down or Down-cross wethers above 18 months and not exceeding 1 30 months — W. Booth's, 1; W. 0. Buchanan's, 2 and v h C; James Stuckey's, h c and c.

Five Down or Down-cross wethers under 18 months —W. Booth's, 1 ; W. C. Buchanan's, 2; W. E. Bidwili's, v h c. live long-woolled wethers above 30 months and not exceeding 42 months— W. Booth's, 1; W. C. Buchanan's, 2. Five long--woolled wethers above 18 months and not exceeding 30 months —W. C. Buchanan's, 1 ; 11. F. Davidson's, 2. Five long-woolled wethers under 18 months—C.' B. Pharazyn, 1;W. C. Buchanan, 2.

Five wethers of any age or breed —W Booth's, 1 ; W. C. Buchanan's, 2 ; Jarae; Stuckey's, v h c ; P. W. Devnreux's, c. Five fat ewes any age or breed—W. C. Buchanan's, 1.

Five long-woolled lambs, bred by exhibitor, Society to have right to take lambs at 12s 6d—W. Booth's, 1 ; A. D. Crawford's, 2. Five Down or Djwn-cross lambs, bred by exhibitor W. I> >oth's, 1; James Stuckey's. 2-. James Mc iregor's, v h c. Pen of ten shorn wethers, suitable for freezing ; thu maximum live weight not to exceed 1251b3; open to exhibitors from both islands. Prize, <£l4 —3. Garforth's, I. CATTLE.

i The entries were excellent, and the I quality better, if that were possible. The Ayrshires were the theino of favourable comment all day, being phenomenally j good. Messrs A. and J. McParlane took ' the valuable points prize. annexed ■ nine firsts and two championships. Messrs Rodgerson and Fleming were the other leading exhibitors in that section. In Shorthorns Mr A. McHardy, of Hawko's Bay, took two firsts, championships going with both. Messrs Nixon, Stuckey (2), Eathbone, Hawke's Bay, were also successful. In Herefords Mr J. Stuckey proved to be very strongly represented, securing seven firsts and two championships. The following is the prize list: — SHORTHORN.

(Judges—Messrs A. Pantham, W. C Buchanan, E. J. Eiddiford.)

Bull any age —W. Nixon's Darlingtons Earl, sire Eoan Duke, dam Lady Darling-

ton, bred by W. Watson, 1; P. C. ThrelkeLd's Roan Boy, 2. Bull calved since 30th June, 1893 W; Rathbone's Flowers Prmce, sire Prince Frederick 11., dam Flowers Duchess, bred by exhibitor, 1; R. Mcßae, Nelson, 2 ; VT. Rathbone's Duke of Abercorn, c. Bull calved since 30th June, 189-i—A. McHardy'sDuke of Longlands, sire Bolinda Duke of Derrimut 40th, dam Napier Flower 11., bred by exhibitor, 1; W. Rathbone's Duke of Abbotsford 11., 2. Bull calved since 30th June, 1895 —A. McHardy's The Guv'nor, sire Bolinda Duke of Derrimut 40th, dam Napier Flower 11., bred by exhibitor, 1 and champion ; W. Rathbone's Oxford Winsome, 2; W. Rathbone's Sir Visto, vliC; W. Nixon's Darlington Earl 11., c. Cow any age— Ruby Queen, 1.

Heifer calved since 30th June, 1893 —J. Stuckey's College Duchess, 1. Heifer calved since 30th June, 1894 A. McHardy's Oxfords Summerton, 27th, sire 36th Duke of Derrimut, dam Oxfords Summerton .VIL, bred by Sir W. Clark, Victoria, 1 and champion ; W. Rathbone's Carnation, 2.

Heifer calved since 30th June, IS95 —A. McHardy's Duchess of Schamburgh 9th, sire Bolinda Duke of Derrimut 57th, dam Duchess of Schamburgh Bth, breeder exhibitor, 1; A. McHardy's Poarl 11., 2 ; W. Rathbone's Coronella, v h c; W, Rathbone's Daphne, h c.

HEREFORD. (Judge—Mr J. McCaw.) Bull any age James Stuckey's Sir John, sire Sir William, dam Lydia, bred by James Stuckey, 1 and champion ; James Holms' Lyre Bird, 2. Bull calved since 30th June, 1593 - James Stuckey's Dignity, 1 ; James Stuckey's Gamut, 2. Bull calved since 30th June, 1594 J. Stuckey's Moonstone, 1. Bull calved since 30th June, IS9s—Jas. Stuckey's Cock o' the Walk, 1 ; Jas. Stuckey's Favourite, 2 ; Jas. Stuckey's Hero, h c.

Cow any age —Jas. Stuckey's Beauty XX 1.1., sire Sir William, dam Beauty XL, bred by exhibitor, 1 and champion ; Williams and Beetham's Kit, 2 ; Williams and Beetham's Dorothy ILL, 3. Heifer calved since 30th June, 1893 — Jas. Stuckey's Leonora XIL, 1 ; Williams and Beetham's Katherine lIL, 2 ; Williams and Beetham's Queen Mab 11., 3. Heifer calved since 30th June, 1894 — Williams and Beetham's Daisy 111., 1 ; Jas. Stuckey's Judy XXIIL, 2; Jas. Stuckey's Lydia, 3. Heifer calved since 30th June, 1595 Jas. Stuckey's Princess VIL, sire Sir William, dam Princess, bred by exhibitor, 1 ; Jas. Holms' Violet Holms, 2 ; Goo. Wheeler's Lady Chip, 3. AYRSHIRE. In addition to the class prize 3 offered, the Association give a special prize of «£SO to the winner of most points in this breed. (Judges—Messrs D. Warnockand J. G. Parker.) Bull calved prior to 30th June, IS93—A. and J. McFarlane's Master Jack of Ayrshire Park, sire Happy Jack, dam Lady Ellen, bred by John Russell, 1 and champion ; Rodgerson and Fleming's Our Jack, 2 ; S. V. Burridge's Lord Rosbery of Chetnole, 3 ; Rodgerson and Fleming's Royal George, v h c ; A. D. Crawford's Kenelworth, h c ; Rodgerson and Fleming's Ayrshire Prince, c. Bull calved since 30th June, 1893—A. and J. McFarlane's Marquis of Lorne, 1 ; Rodg-erson and Fleming's, 2 ; Rodgerson and Fleming's Captain, 3 ; Rodgerson and Fleming's Royal Jack, v hc ; Win. Corjeland's Ayrshire Duke, h c. Bull calved since June, IS94 —A. and J. McFarlane's Jack of Ayrshire Park, 1 ; Rodgerson and Fleming's General, 2 ; A. and J. McFarlane's Roj-al Prince, 3 ; Rodgerson and Fleming's Captain, vhc; S. V. Burridge's Pleasant Jack, h c; M. McCauley's Sir George, c. Bull calved since June, 1895—A. and J. McFarlane's Lord Rosberg, sire White Prince 11., datn Minerva, bred by exhibitors, 1 ; Rodgerson and Fleming's Jack's the Lad, 2; S. V. Burridge's Dick Seddon, 3 ; Rodgerson and Fleming's King of tha Jacks, vhc,- A. and J. McFarlane's Marquis of Bath, hc; Rodgerson and Fleming's Duke of A r gyl°> c. W. Coleman's Lord lluia, also h c. Cow in milk, calved lirior to 30th June, 1893—A. and J. McFarlane's Bell, sire Prince of "Wales, dam Lady Bell, bred by exhibitors, 1 and champion; Rodgerson j and Fleming's Beauty, red and white, sire f Curly, dam Princess 11., 2 ; A. and J. McFarlane's Young Maude, 3 ; S. V. Burridge's Young Jeanie, v ho; S. V. Burridge's Blanche 11., hc ; E. Olson's Estate, Princess May of Auehenbrain, c. Cow in calf, calved prior to 3.3 th June, L 893 A. and J. McFarlane's Lady Glasgow, 1 ,- A. and J. McFarlane's Ro.-ana IV., I; Rodgerson and Fleming's Beauty, 3,• [ Rodgerson and Fleming's Flower of Chet- j lole, vhc; Rodgerson and Fleming's May [ of Chetnole, h c; Rodgerson and

Fleming's Violet 11., c I Heifer in milk, calved since June, 1893

A. and J. McFarlane's Ada, sire Lord of | the Isles, dam Sarah, bred by exhibitor, 1 ; I A. and J. McFarlane's Florence, sire Lord of the Isles, dam Flora 11., 2 ; Rodgerson and Fleming's Alice Hawthorn, 3; S. V. Burridge's Mistle, v h c ; S. V. Burridge's Flora, h c ; Rodgerson and Fleming's Lady IV. of Chetnole, c. < Heifer dry, calved since June, 1893 —A. "■ and J. McFarlane's jj Roseneth, bred c by exhibitors, 1 ; A. and I. McFarlane's ( Lill of Ayrshire Park, 2; A. and J. Mc-' ( Farlane's Lady Glasgow 11., 3 ; S. V. Burridge's Pearl, v h c; Rodgerson and I Fleming's Fancy of Chetnole, h c; S. V. t Burridge's Nancy, c. Heifer calved since June, 1894—A. and J. McFarlane's Jean, 1; A. and J. McFar- ( lane's Killock 111. of Ayrshire Park, 2; S. V. Burridge's Lady Eveslean, 3; A. and C J. McFarlane's Lady Glasgow of Ayrshire ' C

Park, v he; A. and J. McFarlane's Violet 11., h c; Rodgerson and Fleming's Birthday of Chetnole, c. Heifer calved since June, 1895—A. &nd J. McFarlane's Lady Catherine 11., 1 j A. and J. McFarlane's Violet of Ayrshire Park, 2; Rodgerson and Fleming's Gem 11., 3; Rodgerson and Fleming's Flower 1., vh c; Rodgerson and Fleming's Birthday IV., h cj S, V. Burridge's Lady Bramley, h c. Cow and two of her progeny—-A. and J. McFarlane's Bell, 1; A. and J. McFarlane's Lady Glasgow, 2; Rodgerson and Fleming's Flower, 3; Rodgerson and Fleming's Lily 11., v h c; A. and J. McFarlane's Victoria, hc; Rodgerson and Fleming's May Queen, c.

DUTCH FRESIAN. W. Welch's Alderney bull Hero, 1.

PIGS. There was only one entry, Gt. Mcßae'a sow being awarded a first. WOOL. (Judge—Mr C. Collier.) Ten fleeces of Romney or Romney-oross wool in grease (unskirted) —Williams and Beetham's, 1,1121 b; R. Mcßae'a, 2,1081 b j G. H. Scales', 3, 97 Hb. Special exhibit of wool—-Charles Collier. DAIRY PRODUCE). There was a splendid exhibit of butter sent in. The judge stated that it was the finest he had ever seen. The New Zealand Dairy Union predominated in the " creamery or separator" class. They had three exhibits and three opponents. Mr James Taylor, of Tawa Flat, was first in the fancy, the powdered and the fresh butter classes, and Finn, Chisholm and Co. got both prizes for separator butter. (Judge—Mr A. McFarlane.)

Best exhibit of " creamery or separator butter " ; each exhibit to consist of not less than three boxes or kegs of 561 b each, packed fit to export to London in cool chamber—New Zealand Dairy Union's, George M. Valentine, 1 ; New Zealand Dairy Union's, C. H. Durnford, 2; The Midhurst Co-operative Dairy and Factory Co.'s, 3 ; The New Zealand Farmers' Dairy Union's, c.

Fancy butter—James Taylor's, 1 and 3 ; Mrs Welch's, 2. Powdered butter, not less than 31b in roll —James Taylor's, 1 and 3; Miss M. Sinclair's, 2; Mrs Collinson's, h c.

Separator butter, not less than 31b in rolls —Finn, Chisholm and Co.'s, 1 and 2. Fresh butter, not less than 31b in rolls— James Taylor's, 1 and 2 ; Mrs Collinson's, 3 ; Mrs Welch's, c. CURED AND PRESERVED MEATS. There were six classes for hams, flitch and rolled bacon. Messrs Wardell Bros. had three entries in each, and the Kincaid Grocery Importing Company, of Christchurch, one. The latter secured all six prizes. Mr Hugh Wilson, formerly of the Wellington Bacon and Curing Company, is now representing the Christchurch firm. (Judge—Mr J. Rod.) Hams not less than .Vcwt, smoked—Kincaid's G.1.C., 1; Wardell Bros., 2. Hams not less than Jcwt, unsmoked— Kincaid's G.1.C., 1 ; Wardell Bros., 2 and h c.

Flitch bacon not less than Jcwt, smoked —Kincaid's G.1.C., 1 ; Wardell Bros., 2. Flitch bacon not less than jcwt., unsmoked —Kincaid's G.1.C., 1; Wardell Bros., 2. Rolled bacon, smoked—Kincaid's G.I.C, 1 ; Wardell Bros., 2. Rolled bacon, unsmoked Kincaid's G.I.C, 1; Wardell Bros., 2.

NEW ZEALAND MANUFACTURES AND PRODUCE. Tho Christenurch firm Messrs Fletcher, Humphreys and Co., sent up a fine assortment of cider, golden grape, in bulk and bottle, in charge of Mr Phillips, and a first prize was awarded. There were only gwo competitors in home-made wines, Mrs. E. Collins winning. Preston and Co.'s ales were commended, and Mrs T. D. Clifford was the winner of the home-made bread prize. There were a number of competU tors. (Judges Messrs T. G. Macarthy, 0. Phillips and J. McCaw.) Wines, the best assortment, from New Zealand produce—Fletcher, Humphreys and Co., cider, golden apple, in bulk and bottle, 1. I Home-made wines, the best assortment, from New Zealand produce—Mrs Ellen Collins, 1; Mrs S. Kent, 2. Soap, each exhibit not less than 561bs— AUender and Co., c. Ale, in bottle, 1 dozen quarts—Preston and Co., light bitter ale, c. Porter, in bottles, 1 dozen quarts— Preston and Co., stout, c. Ropes and twine, made from native flax —W. Webber, c. New potatoes, 1 sack, best sample—M. McCauley, c. Home-made bread. Prize, trophy—Mrs T. D. Clifford, 1; W. W. Clifford, 2. Socks. A special prize of .£1 was offered for the best pair of hand-knitted socks— Miss Barker, 1 j Mrs G. McLean, h c j Mra W. E. Bidwell, o.

AGRICULTURAL PRODUCE. In this section the United Farmers' Oo operative Association took first prizes for wheat, oats, malt, barley (only one entry), colonial grown clover (one entry), linseed (one entry) and turnip seed. The several classes were not well represented. Williams and Kettle beat them in Cape barley and rye grass, and Levin and Co. took first, beating both, in cocksfoot.

(Judge—Mr J. McCaw.) Wheat, four bushels—United Farmers' Co-operative Association, 1 and 2. Oats, four bushels— United Farmers' Co-operative Association, 1; Levin and Co., 2.

.Malting- barley* four bushels—United farmers' Co-operative Association, 1. Cape barley, four bushels —"Williams and Kettle, 1; United Farmers* Co-operatire Association, 2. Rye, four bushels —United Farmers' Cooperative Association, c. Eye grass, four bushels —Williams and Kettle, 1; Levin and Co., 2; United Farmers' Co-operative Association, 3. Cocksfoot, four bushels—Levin and Co., 1; United Farmers' Co-operative Association, 2; Williams and Kettle, 3. Colonial grown (clover, an assortment, in 561 b bags—United Farmers' Co-operative Association, 1. Rape seed, in 561 b bags—United Farmers' Co-operative Association,! ; Levin and Co., 2.

Linseed, in 561 b bags—United Farmers' Co-operative Association, 1. Turnip seed, assortment, in 561 b bags— United Farmers' Co-operative Association, 1.

IMPLEMENTS

There is not a very good show of implements, owing to various causes, the principal of which are the multiplicity of shows and the expense to exhibitors of sending their wares and attendants round the country. Messrs E. W. Mills and Co. showed 51 exhibits, including a tiger hay rake, a greatlyimproved one. All the manual work is done by foot instead of hand. Corbett's digging plough is one that should interest farmers. It has been oat two seasons, certainly, but has not been properly placed on the market. The Ransome cultivator is the first one imported, one of its chief features being spring teeth. The Planet Jr. orchard cultivator is another machine that is worked by foot instead of hand. It only arrived in Wellington last week. Other exhibits entered by this firm were the Woods mower, Hornsby reajjer and mower and two-wheel plough and onewheel plough, root-cutter and pulper, and Planet Jr. hill droppers, fertilisers, seed drills, double wheel hoe, Ransome's automaton lawn-mower, lawn edge-cutter, harrows, Corncrake seed drill and a variety of others, including some not mentioned in the catalogue Davis' swing churns, patent step ladder, &c.

Messrs Booth, McDonald and Co. have 14 exhibits. The Kiwi windmill is a novelty.

The transmitting gear is made so as to give slow down and quick up strokes to the pump plunger. Two-thirds of the total powar developed by the wheel is given to lifting the water. Two exhibits that call for attention are the " Sterling " steel frame reversible spading harrow and the " Sterling" steel frame reversible disc harrow. Wood is dispensed with throughout in both, steel being substituted. The gangs are made reversible, and can throw outwards or inwards. They are also set to overlap in the centre, so that no ground is missed. A heavy double-furrow plough, with flat skeiths and steel shares, is fitted with Booth's patent adjustable oil-tight and dust-proof plough wheel axles. This latter combination is the chief point about the machine in the way of improvement on previous ploughs. A number of other instruments, already in use in the Colony, are also on view. Messrs Wilkins and Field had the largest show on the ground in this particular department. Variety was the main characteristic. The Planet Jr. drill sets the seed, covers it and rolls at the same time. Housewives may see a great many things of domestic interest. There is a show of aluminium ware ; the " Rata " ranges are self-cleaning, and the " Rata " sewing machine is a marvel in the matter of cheapness, considering the quality of the production. The usual price of .£l3 has been reduced to .£6 by Wilkins and Field. It is an improvement on the finger and Wertheim. The "Primus" petroleum lampstove is a cheap little affair. No wick is required, and it is on £he whole a most inexpensive household adjunct.' Aniong the'other articles shown are some novel folding tables, chairs and bedsteads, suitable for picnickers and travellers ; Fletcher Bros.' sheep dip, which also cure 3 scab, prevents fly, and can be used for dipping in the winter ; guns, netting, cylinder churns, armoured garden house, &c. Messrs Finn, Chisholm and Co. showed Sharpie's Little Giant Separator, No. 1 and No. 2. They are worked by direct expansion 'of steam. The 20-gallon tubular boiler can be fired by either wood or coal, and the apparatus possesses a water gauge, pressure gauge and safety valve. The milk is fed in the smallest, and the skim milk taken away in the largest diameter, the cream being taken absolutely feoty the .centre. This separator is said to bo the -only one of its class in the world. The &rm is altio ehowjng a boiler, hand separator and milk tester. South African sharpening and sheai stones were exhibited by Mr H. H. Seaton They are so hard as to be able to cut glass or make an impression on a file, They arc used ordinarily for shears or table cutlery Some spraying pumps, the " Pluvial, "Triune," "Knapsack" and "Aquarius ■were on view at the stand of A, ftftd + Burt. The automatic self-governing wind mill, a rather ingenious contrivance, whicl adapts itself to any gale or breeze, wa shown by Mr J. G. Oates. Massoy, Ham and Co., show reapers and binders Of cut. The machine is open-backed and th upper elevator rises and lowers according t the thickness of the crop. Mr T. Newlanc had on exhibition an assortment at Don and other artificial manures on behalf c the Wellington Meat Export Company. Certificates of merit were awarded th proprietors of the following stands :- Booth, McDonald and Co., J. C. Oates, 1 W Mills and Co., Collier Two-Speed Con pany, Jenkinson and Co., Inglis Brother Wilkins and Field, A. and T. Burt, W. J Luxford and Co., Finn, Chisholm and Cc New Zealand Candle Company (who had pjXQ stand), Levin and Co.

A RECORD ATTENDANCE FOR THE SECOND DAY.

The Association had splendid weather for the second day of the show, and consequently the attendance of the public was very large. Although the numbers present could not be ascertained, yec it was believed to be a record attendance. The afternoon trains were all crowded. There were all kinds and conditions of people present, some on business intent,

I others seeking after pleasure, viewing the various exhibits and contests, and meeting friends whom they had not seen for years. There was the smart business man dressed in the latest style, with a smile to match, who took the opportunity of interviewing country clients, who were deeply impressed with the city man's affability. There was the shrewd, hard-working country settler, who had taken the holiday for the double purpose of getting a wrinkle or two concerning sheep and cattle, and also taking a spell —which are to him like angels' visits —from the monotony of his toil. The fair sex, attiied in the latest modes, were present in their numbers, looking as wise as wise could be, as their escorts descanted on the points of a horse or cow. It was indeed a mixed collection of people, such as is only to be seen at an agricultural show, but withal a well-conducted, sober, well-clad and looking crowd, the happiness pictured on the faces of all being a reflex of the lovely weather and blue sky above. There were many side-shows for the delectation of the juniors.

His Excellency the Governor arrived on the grounds shortly before 2 o'clock and was received by the president, Mr A. Matthews, and the secretary, Mr G. If. Scales. His Excellency was accompanied by Ladies Augusta, Alice and Dorothy Boyle, Mrs Stewart, Major Elliot, Captain Fielden and Captain Preston. Jupp's private band added considerably to the pleasure of the visitors by playing selections during the day. Mr Whyte again provided a capital lunch. The officials, without exception, worked hard all day, and had the satisfaction of seeing their efforts crowned with success. Mr Scales, secretary, was here, there and everywhere, and the clerical duties were ably performed by Messrs Sellar and Moncrief.

In the points prize (£SO) for Lincolns Messrs Perry Bros., Masterton, scored 46 ; Mr J. Reid, 41; and Mr Wilson, Whenuakura, 35. Mr A. Matthews secured the points prize of .£SO for Romneys with 53 points, Mr W. B. Allen scoring 37. For Ayrshires, Messrs A. and J. McFarlane secured the points prize with 50 points. Mr J. Stuckey secured the £SO points prize for an aggregate of points in shorthorns, Herefords, Polled Angus, and other fat cattle breeds with 113, Messrs Williams and Beetham being second. Messrs A. and J. McFarlane took Messrs Bidwill Bros.' challenge cup, value £lO, for the most points in shorthorns, Herefords, Polled Angus, fat cattle (any breed), Ayrshire, and milking cattle with 50 points, the next being Mr Stuckey, 42. The judges in the horse classes were busy all day. Their duties were arduous, it not being easy to discriminate between the competitors in the majority of the classes. The draughts, saddle and weightcarriers made a handsome display, but thoroughbreds were conspicuously absent. They never are very strongly represented at these gatherings, owing to a number of veiy good reasons. Mr Hessey, of Masterton, took three prizes and a championship in the draught classes, the championship with Darling, an old champion, who was at first barred by the Society's vet. on the ground of unsoundness. Admitted afterwards, she had an easy win. The fat stock in cattle saw Mr Mcllardy, of Hawke's Bay, walk off with a number of prizes and a championship. Messrs Williams and Beetham also secured a championship in the same class, for u coy/-

f'vhe of the most striking and handsome exhibits at the show was that of the New Zealand Candle Company. The exhibit attracted general admiration. It consisted of all kinds of candles —composite, paraliine and tallow—such as is used for altar, lodge, bedroom, piano and general household purposes. The exhibit was artistically arranged in the form of a pyramid, and the display as a whole reflected much oredit on the enterprise of the Company. The following are the details ; SHEEP. Prizes were allotted in the Romney Marsh classes in addition to those already published;— Two ewes under IS months —V-". B. Allsn/s, I a,rid 2; A- Matthews', 3; John Beid's, V h c i Q r sy Bro&.', h c ; 11. Fglinton'a, c. Ewe above 18 months, with lamb at foot i W. B. Allen's, 1 and li c ; A. Matthews', 2, I 3 and v h c ; Geo. H. Scales', C.

FAT CATTLE., The fat cattle were judged on Thursday, i with rather satisfactory results to Mr A. McHardy, of Hawke's Bay. He took first and champion for a bullock over 4i years old, first in bullock under that age, first in bullock under 3.1 years, first in bullock pver- 44 yea?*, and first in the two clacbea of two bullocks each. Mr James Stuckey annexed the prize for bullock suitable for shop tmdo, and the estate of Mr A. McMaster took a similar honour- in tU« heifer class, In cows Messrs Williams and Beetham were awarded a first and champion for a particularly fine looking beast, and Mr James Stuokey annexed the last prize in the class for a pen of not less than three bullocks. The animals throughout were first-class. Mr McHardy had cor-, tainly no opposition in three of the see* turns, but his animals would have taken gome beating, (Judge—Mr W. B. Qlarkson.)

Bullock over 4i- years old—A. MoHardy's, 1 and champion ; W. C. Buchanan's, 2. Bullock over 3k and under 4£ years old —A. McHardy's, 1; J. P. Russell's, 2; W. E. Bidwill's, v h o and h o,

Bullock under 3k years old —A. McHardy's,

Two bullocks over 4§ years—A. McHardy's,

Two bullocks over Bk and under 4i- years — A. McHardy's, 1; W. C. Buchanan's, 2 ; W. E. Bidwill's, h c and c. Two bullocks under 3s- years —A. McHardy's, 1. Bullock suitable for shop trade; cattle exhibited in this class to be slaughtered the day after the show —Jas. Stuckey's, 1, v h c and he; W. E. Bidwill's, 2 and c. Heifer suitable for shop trade —Estate of A. McMaster's, 1 and 2; Gladsby .Bros.', v h c ; Jas. Stuckey's, h c. Cow any age —Williams and Beetham's, 1 and champion; Gadsby Bros.', 2 and c; Jas. Stuckey's, v h c. Pen of not less than three bullocks suitable for freezing purposes —Jas. Stuckey's, 1,2 and h c ; A. McHardy's, v h c. W. Welch's Alderney bull, Hero, 1. MILKING. (Judge—Mr J. McDonald.) Best milch cow any breed —8. V. Burridge's Lily, 1, Bli points ; M. McCauley's Buttercup, 2, Si points ; M. McCauley's Maid of the Meadow, 3, 79 points.

! HORSES. I There was a great variety of horses on I the ground, and the quality all round was quite up to the standard. In draughts, however, the judge said that he had never seen an unsounder lot of animals. The veterinary surgeon to the Society does not examine entires, only brood mares. Jn one instance ho refused to pass Mr J. Bessy's Darling as sound. This mare has won a number of championships, aud her owner did not think she should be thrown out. He consequently protested. She is without doubt a beautiful mare. The stewards considered the protest, but I did not take any action beyond asking Mr Michie to send in his report as to his reasons for refusing to pass the mare. Afterwards Mr Michie altered his decision, passed the mare as sound, and the judge, Mr Crawford, altered his award, giving Darling first and champion in all classes. Her owner also secured two prizes in fillies. The City Corporation took three prizes with their heavy horses ; and Stewart and Co. got the prize for best light draught mare. Messrs Rowe and Sons had the best turned-out single horse and dray. The blood horse show was as poor as it possibly could be. There was little or no competition. Egalite was awarded the prize in the entire class, and T. J. Leighton's Beauty had no opponent in mares. The entries were large in saddle and weight-carrying classes, and the competition was spirited. Mr James Pettie had two in the mare class, and annexed both prizes against a solitary competitor. Launcelot, belonging to Mr J. B. Coates, wis adjudged the most successful weightcarrier up to lGst, Miss Daniell's Souvenir being second. His Excellency the Governor entered Fly for the weight-carrying 13st class resultlessly. There were 13 others, Mr D. McKenzie's Hindoo, by Kaliphea —Nectar, getting the coveted honour from Colonel Hume's Lissuiore, and Mr A. Cooper's The Liar. Dr Newman won two prizes with Trilby, and Mr J. Johnston's Young Boston was deemed the best calculated to breed carriage horses, but Mr A. G. Holmes' well-known trotter, Specification, by Contractor—Merryhawk, who was his only opponent, did not arrive on the ground until too late to be judged. However, Specification was trotted round, and his splendid action and style were greatly admired. He looked in the pink of condition. Mr J. Lane got two prizes for best pairs of buggy horses, and another for a four-in-hand; Mr H. H. Beetham, one for the best pair of matched carriage horses, and Mr A. D. Crawford's Jonathan was esteemed the best single buggy horse. In tandem teams Lady Augusta B.oyle was first, and Mr 11. Inness, junior, showed the best pair of cab horses. In cobs and ponies, His Excellency the Governor's Snuff beat nine others ; Mr A. Honthey Baker had the best pony ; Dr IT. Faulke the best pair of ponies and best mare. Mr H. B. Kennerly's pair of cobs, ! the only ones entered, were awarded a first.

There was a good entry for the ladies' hacks, Mrs 11. A. Lomax's Solim, by Louis d'Gr—Ruby, getting the verdict from Mr J. S. Smith's Stanley and Mr J. Mcßao's Ahitangi.

DRAUGHT HORSKS. (.Judge—Mr H. D. Crawford.)

Entire horse foaled prior to Ist August, 1893 —J. Dobbs' Napoleon, 1 and champion ; H. Bright's Lord Cranley. 2. Best brood mare any age J. Hossy's Darling, 1 and champion ; K>. H. Furness' Maggie., 2 ; Harrison Bros. 1 , 3. Filly foaled since Ist August, IS9I—J. Hessy's, 1 ; James Stuckey's Queen of Trumps, 2.

Filly foaled since Ist August, 1895—J. Hessy's, 1. Heavy draught gelding or ma.ro, in regular work, any age —-W. Cb.alm,oy.-;' Duke, 1 ; 9. Rowe and Sons' Crack, 2 ; L. Brown's Tom, 3. Light draught mare or gelding suitable for general farm uao —Stewart and Co.'s Dolly, 1 ; T. Carmiohael's Nugget, 2 ; City Corporation, 3. Pair of heavy horses, mares or geldings, in regular work —City Corporation's, I i\nd 2, Pair of light draught horaob, mares or geldings, in regular work —City Corporation'ii, 1 • Stewart and Co.'s Jess and Doily, 2.

Best turned-o.ut team of two horses in lorry—City Corporation's, 1. B.p-st turned-out single, hoys© and S, Rqwq <\nd Son' a Crack, I j City Corporation's, 2; G. Mudgo's Farmor, 3. Best walker —W. Chalmers' Duke, 1. BLOOD HORSES. (Judge—Mr E. R. Guinnoss.)

Entire horse foaled prior to Ist August, 1893—J. Read's. Egalite., by Dolphin— Sissy, 1. Colt foaled ainoe Ist August, 1895—8. Martem's, ho; C, W, Brodie's, Nai Nai, o. Mar-o in foal or with foal at foot—T. J. Leigh ton's Beauty, 1.

SADDLE HORSES. (Judge—Mr E. P u . Guinness.)

Maro in foal or with foal at foot, any age— James Pottio's, f, b, bay, by Blaokwood Abdallah, 1 and 2. Weight-carrying hack, mare or gelding, up to ltist —J. B. Coates' Launcelot, bay, 1; Miss

Daniell's Souvenir, bay, 2; J, Ewart's Matai, 3.

Weight-carrying hack, mare or gelding, up to 13st —D. McKenzie's Hindoo, 1 ; Colonel Hume's Lissmore, 2; A. Cooper's The Liar, 3.

Light-weight hack, mare or gelding, up to 10st — W. Strang's General, 1 ; W. Buchanan's Jonathan, 2 ; J. Mcßae's Ahitangi, 3. Lady's hack, to be show in side-saddle, ridden by a lady—Mrs H. A. Lomax's Selim, 1; James G. Smith's Stanley, 2 ; J. Mcßae's Ahitangi. 3.

The best walker—F. M. Nelson's Forecast, 1 ; Mrs H. A. Lomax's Selim, 2. Mare best calculated to produce weightcarrying hacks—Dr A. K. Newman's Trilby, 1; YY. Welch's Black Bess, 2.

CARRIAGE HORSES. (Judge—Mr J. A. Hawke.) Entire best calculated to improve breed of carriage horses —J. Johnston's Young Boston,

Mare best calculated to produce carriage horses—Dr A. K. Newman's Trilby, 1 ; P. Mungavin's Kate, 2 ; T. C. Cornford's Stella, 3.

Carriage mare or gelding, not under 16 hands—J. Johnston's Charlie, 1. Best four-in-hand team driven in a light drag—J. Lane's, 1.

Pair of matched carriage horses, mares or geldings, not under 16 bauds —H. H. Beetham's Kaui'i and Rimu, 1. Pair of buggy horses, mares or geldings, under 16 hands, property of one owner -J. Lane's Violet and Rosey, greys, 1 ; D. Johnston's, 2 ; H. B. Kennerly's Star and Snip, 3. Single buggy horse—A. D. Crawi'ord'3 Jonathan, 1; J. Lane's Violet, 2 ; D. Johnston's, 3.

Beat dog-cart horse—Miss Daniell's Mark Twain, 1 ; VY. Williams' Picton, 2 ; F. Shaw's Dingo, 3 ; Dr F. Scanlon's Jock, h o. <ißest tandem team, to be driven in a dogcart —Lady Augusta Boyle's Rimu and Rata, 1 ; D. Johnston's, 2. Best all-round useful trap and farm horse—F. A. Majendie's Prince, 1; City Corporation's, 2 ; J. C. Mabey's Diamond, 3. Best pair of cab horses and harness, in constant woi-k—H. Inniss, jun.'s Queenie and Jack, 1; H. B. Kenneriey's Stanley and Sudborry, 2. Best tradesman's horse and cart —W. Chalmers' Dolly, 1 ; G. P. Payne's Rose, 2.

COBS AND PONIES. (Judge—Mr J. Macara.)

Cob, mare or gelding, not above 15 hands His Excellency Lord Glasgow's Snuff, 1; H. H. Beetham's Mistral. 2 ; H. ti. Beetham's Muriel, 3; Mrs Xinsey's Dorothy, h c. Pony, mare or gelding, not above 1-1 hands —A. Southey Baker's Daisy, 1 ; W. E. Bidwill's Pawa, 2 ; P. Baldwin's Gipsy, 3 ; W. Phillips' Dolly, h c. Polo pony, mare or gelding, 14 hands or under—A. Southey Baker's Daisy, 1 ; L. Tripp's Dick, 2; J. F. Mills' Little John, 3.

Pair of ponies not above 14 hands, property of one owner —Dr H. Faulke's Daisy and Dainty, 1 ; W. Phillips' Dolly and Jessie, 2 ; J. O'Brien's Jack and Gill, 3. Pony cart and pony under 12 hands, to be driven by a boy or girl under 14 —R. H. Edwards' Nellie, 1. Boy's pony, mare or gelding, not above 13 hands—G. H. Fisher's Punch, 1 ; E.J. Hill's The New Boy, 2. Mare or gelding, 15 hands or under, to bo shown in harness and driven —A. Southey Baker's Daisy, 1; J. Pettie's Billy Buttons, 2; James iSmith's Amber, 3;H. B. Kenneriey's Kitty, h c.

Pair of cobs over 14 hands and not over 15 hands—H. B. Kenneriey's Star and Snip, 1.

LOGS

In this section the collies exhibited were really good, much better than last year, when, however, there was not much quality. Messrs Harrison and Horrax's champion dog Herdwick, by Ormskirk Amazement, ex-Ormskirk Stella, annexed the first prize in tho rough-coated class, Mr W. Parker's Qlenelg being runner-up. There wea,x> half a dozen in the list. The owners of the winner also annexed first in bitohes in the same class with Holmwood, and got a very highly commended for Haslemere. The smooth - coated collies were a very go 3d lot. Mr 11. Scales' Crib took first and special, Mr S, 11 Lancaster's Solo being- second. Lady Gem, who is owned by Mrs 0, J, Q. Still,was awarded fivst in'the puppy olass. Tnere were two entries for Irish terriers, but one didn't turn up, and Mr 11. M. Didsbury's Port Glenone Sprig got the priae. In bitches Mr Didsbury was also successful with Shiela, who got first and special. Three animals didn't put in an appearance.. The two in the puppy class were not on the ground either, Harrison and Horrax were successful iu setters, and Mr A. dark's Midnight had a walk over in field : spaniels. He is a good animal, and would : win almost anywhere. Four dogs wero on . the ground for exhibition only, two of . them, Mr C. Fraser's bulls t boing line specimens of that variety, Harrison and Horrax took the Creadon Piano Company's trophy for moat points. (Judge—MrW. G. Clifford. - ) Collies (rough-coated), dogs—Harrison and Horrax's Herdwick. by Ormskirk Amazement — Ormskirk Stella, 1; W. Parker's Glenelg, by tlerdwick Harebell, 2 ; F. Matthews' Royal Tar, v h c : ; The Co.untcsa of Glasgow's Tyn.o, c. JJitche-3 —Harriaou and Horrax's Holmwood (imp), 1 i Mia C. J. G. Still's Lady Gem, 2 ; Harr-ison and Horrax's Haslomore, v k c. Puppy (.dog or bitch)—Mrs C. J. G. Still's ! Lady Gem, 1 ; H. Bligh's British Workman, 2 ; F. Matthews', vhc. Collies (smooth-coatod), dog- or bitch—H. Scales' Crib, 1 ; S. R. Lancaster's Lolo, 2 ; G. H- Soott'fc Toby, v h c. T riiih terriors, dogs— H. M. Didsbury's povtglenone Sprig, 1. Bitch—H. M. Didsbury's Shiela, 1 and special; T. Coveney'a Aroon, 2. Sotters, dogs •- Harrison and Horrax's Croydon Charlio, 1; F. G. Beach's Irish setter, Pat, 3. Field spaniels, dog or- bitch —A. Clark s Midnight, 1 and speoial; C. Lagor's Gip, by , Badger out of Gipsy, o.

For exhibition only—Lady Alice Boyle's kangaroo hound, Brindle; T. H. Brown's Zulu, St. Bernard dog; C. Fraser's Bohemian and Beaky Sharp.

POULTRY. The entries were not numerous, but the quality was good throughout. Some of the birds were shown in splendid condition for this time of year. The light Brahmas, buff Cochins, Langshans and black Hamburgs were particularly good. Mr R. E. Bannister took five firsts, besides a number of places ; Mr E. L. Anderson, seven firsts and places ; Mr E. J. Lowe, two firsts ; Mr J. Casey, six firsts; Mr Hoult, two; and Mr Laney, two. (Judge—Mr Kenny.) A special prize of £2 10s was givan to the winner of greatest number of points in this section.

Cochin cock—Robert E. Bannister's, 1 and

Cochin hen—Robert E. Bannister's, 1 and 2 ; Mrs S. Mason's, 3 and v h c. Brahmalcock—Robt, E. Bannister's, 1 and 2 . Brahma hen—Robt. E. Bannister's, l|and 2. Langshan cock—E. L. Anderson's, 1 and 2: 3. Pettie's, 3. Langshan hen—E. L. Anderson's, 1 and 2 ; J. Pettie's, 3. Brown Leghorn cock—E. L. Anderson's, 1 ; B. G. H. Burn's, 2 ; J. Silver's, 3. Brown Leghorn hen—E. L. Anderson's, 1 and 2 ; J. Silver's, 3 and h c. Spanish cock—E. J. Lowe's, 1. Spanish hen—E. J. Lowe's, 1 and 2. Hamburg cock—J. Casey's, 1 and 2;R. T. Styles', 3. Hamburg hen—J. Casey's, 1 and 2 ; R T Styles , 3. Minorca cock—J. Casey's, 1 and 2. Minorca hen—J. Casey's, 1 and 2. Any other variety cock—J. Casey's, 1. Any other variety hen—T. Hoult's 1; Mrs S. Mason's, 2; J. Casey's, 3; R. T. Styles', v h c.

Drake—W. E. Laney's Pekin drake, 1 and

Duck—W. E. Laney's Pekin duck, 1 and 2. White Leghorn cock—T. Hoult's, 1 ; J, Casey's, 2. White Leghorn hen—T. Hoult's, 1 ; J. Casey's, 2. Wyandotte cock—E. L. Anderson's, 1. Wyandotte hen—E. L. Auderson's, 1 and 2. Dorking cock—E. L. Anderson's, 1 and 2. Dorking hen—E. L. Anderson's, 1 and 2.

PIGEONS. The show in this section was very poor numerically. In all the classes there was no competition, and Mr W. L. Curtis took four prizes, and Mr T. Mason one. Carriers, any colour—T. Mason's, 1 and 2. Baldheads, short-faced, any colour—W. L. Curtis', 1. Baldheais, long-faced, any colour—W. L. Curtis', 1. Beards, short-faced, any colour—W. L. Curtis', 1. Pigeons, any variety, in pairs—W. L. Curtis', 1 ; Clark's, 2. MISCELLANEOUS. Mr G. Mcllvrido was awarded a first pri'/.o for a dog-cart which was not listed in the catalogue, and Messrs Brebner and Sons secured two firsts for a " Ralli " dogcart and a single dog-cart (ball bearings) respectively. POLO COMPETITION. (Judge—Mr D. G. Riddiford.)

POLO COMPETITION. (Judge—Mr D. G. Riddiford.) Polo ball race—A. Southey Baker's Tommy, 1 i L. Tripp's Dick, 2. Bonding competition—A. Southey Baker's Daisy, 1 and 2 ; L. Tripp's Dick, 3. Leaping Match (hunting style). Judge— Mr A. R. Guiness. —l2st up ; over hunting bur iles—Mr R. Mcßae's Rambler, 1; Mr Biawill's Canute, 2 ; Mr Oliver Bunny's Wai Tai, 3. Non-such, Fly, Blazer, Brigadier and Judas also started. The competition was narrowed down to the first two, and the Hawora animal proved a point the better. Leaping (steeplechase stylo). Judge—Mr Hawke) —12st up ; twice round over jumps, including water. Mr W. K. Bidwill's Canute, by Early Bird—Peg (Miller), 1; Mr R. Mcßao's Rambler (Mcßao), 2 ; Mr Oliver Bunny's Wai Tai, 3. Driving Competition (single harnops). Judge—Mr Hawke.—Mr W. Kilsby, 1 ; Mr J. 0. Mabey, 2; Mr C. Tandy, 3. Thirteen started.

Driving Competition (tandem). Judge -Mr Hawke.—G. H. Fisher, 1. Tandem Riding Competition (twice round). Judge —Mr Guiness. —Mr A. Southey Baker, 1 ; Mr A. Cooper, 2. Won from start to finish. Mr G. H. Fisher's pair got rein-tangled and had to pull up. Pony Leaping Match. Judge —Mr Macara. —Mr L. Tripp, 1 ; Mr A. S. Baker, 2 ; Mr R. Abrahams, 3. Tug-of-wab (school teams). Terrace School, 1 ; Thorndon, 2. Log-chopping Contest. Judge—Mr J. Wilkin. —A. Sevierd, 1; J. Burnes, 2. Time, 'Jmin 53 2-ssec.

Oamaru, November 19.

At the North Otago Agricultural Show to-day, the winners of the cups were : Ayrshircs, P. Cowan; Alderneys, W. Baird ; merino sheep, A. A. McMaster; Border Leicester sheep, Little Bros. ; English Leicester, D. Grant ; Lincolns, J. S. Holmes. Dairy produce —First cup, Miss Blanche Macaulay ; second cup, Miss Lottie Wylie ; third cup, Mrs W. Diack. Oahabu, November 20. m .

At the North Otago show the Hon Mr Holmes' exhibit was awarded the cup for draught horses. Cederic the Saxon was the champion entire, and Mr Small's (Ashburton) Palmer's Prido was the champion mare. Mr O'Brien takes the light horse cup for his horse. Hawera, November 23. The balance to credit as a result of the Egmont A. and P. show was .£270.