OTAGO AGRICULTURAL & PASTORAL ASSOCIATION.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 12831, 27 November 1903, Page 2

OTAGO AGRICULTURAL & PASTORAL ASSOCIATION.

THE SUMMER SHOW

A SPLENDID, EXHIBITION.

Honorary life governors-Messrs John Roberts, C.M.G., and T. Brydone; governorsMessrs \V. Patrick, K. Charters, G. G. Russell, and R. Campbell; president,-Hon.-T,<Fer-gus;', vice-president, Mr James Grow; honorary life members—Messrs J. Allan, J. Angus, J. Duthie R. Gawn, and W. Jaflray; General Committee—Messrs D. Andrew, W. Blackie, J.' W. 'Blair, H. Buckland, W. Burnett, W. Charters, H. M, Driver, E. F. Duthie, J. Elliot John C Gow, J. Hazlett, A. Johnson, J. Lethbridge, G. MacEwan; A. • M'Parlanc, J- Nimmo, A. S. OtImII, J. Patrick, P. Pattullo, C. S. Reid, T. T. Ritchie, J. Ro3s, J. Shiel, J. Smith. W. Souter, A.C. Stronttch, W. H. Taggart, A. Todd, and J. Tough; lion, treasurer, Mr J. Ankusjhon. veterinary surgeons—Mifssrs J. A. Gilriltll,. M.R.C.V.5.,. A. Hamilton. Ji\R,C.V.S,, "W", D. Snowball, SI.R.C.-V.S., and H. C. Wilkie„'P.R.C,V.S.; hon. biologist, Mr T. Kirk; F.L.S.; analyst, v Mr G. M. Thomson, F.L.S.; auditor,' Mr P. Barr, F.I,A°,N.Z.; secretary, Mr H. V. Fulton.

The Otago Agricultural and Pastoral Asm- | ciation opened its twenty-seventh annual show■■''•at Tahuna Park yesterday in fine weather,' though a strong wind from the ' north-east made itself felt during the afternoon.' But a day before- Tahuna Park had been deserted of mankind; yesterday long avenues of buzzing machinery, pans of sheep, stalls" of cattle,,and crowds of people had sprung into being. The association's show has come to bo looked upon as an institution representative of tho province, and rightly so; and the association has set itself each year to eclipse the effort of the previous year, and the success that has crowned its efforts must be gratifying to the province at ..large. Unfortunately the portion of'the province the association can hope to draw entries from is confined to a more or loss ■wide strip around the coast; and the great interior, wliere lies the largest and richest estate of Crown lands in tlto colony, is practically debarred owing to" tho absence of toad and railway facilities. In this respect Otago is much handicapped in comparison to .Canterbury, where road and railway advantages are of tho beet; but nevertheless the Otago show is one the province 'may. feel proud of. The association ;lias Steadily been making progress, and its advance has been representative- of the increase in tho agricultural and pastoral industries of Otago, while the ever higher standard of quality, of tho exhibits is ample demonstration of tho value of the show in tho encouragement of breeding of finer stock. With the show the interest of the towns as well as tho country is concerned, fbuthd staple, industries are agricultural and pastoral, and therefore the Agricultural and Pastoral' Association ia entitled to the general support of the people at large. That support lias been freely accorded; but there is always room for increase, and each show should eeo a .large increase on the previous one both in attendance and entries of stock. The show oponcd yesterday, is undoubtedly ■ a splendid exhibition, and the consensus of opinion on ' the ' grounds unhotitatingly awarded the, palm for quality to the 1903 show in comparison to those of previous years. Tho secretary states that numerically the show is stronger than the previous one, which, was A record; the falling-oft in . entries in the merino classes being move than made up ia other sections, though the provision—which, it must bo acknowledged, vis a stop in the right direction—of allowing an animal to compete in one class only, instead 'of • in any number as at previous ■ shows, has made the actual total of entries appear smaller. The entry list in the stock departments is one to gladden the/ hearts of pastoralists and dealers, and the standard of quality has been satisfactorily improved— ■ tho stud stock in some of tho sheep classes and the shorthorn, Ayrshire, and polled Angus cattle section being exceptionally ■'-. fine, and' capable of contesting for prido of placo at any show in New Zealand. The Otago show must continue to rank high in the. cattle sections while such breeders as Messrs Mitchell Bros. (Oamaru), Messrs J. and J, Miller (Maungatua), and Mr D. ' Murray (Warepa), in shorthorns; Messrs Murray, Roberts, and Co. (Gladbrook Estate)'and the'Castlerock Company, in polled Angus; Mr P. Ireland (Goodwood), Mr T. Leo .(Allanton), Mr W. Cowan (Oamaru),. and the Scacliff Asylum farm manager, in Ayrshires; and Mr J. Holmes (Waimahaka), in Herofords, continue to como forward; while the long list of famed ... breeders in tho sheep classes is in itself sufficient indication of the high standard of .. the exhibits, No doubt the severo winter y experienced on tho high country lias had a .considerable effect on the merino section, 'and both 1 fine and strong combing inerinos are confined to two exhibitors—Mr Watson . .. Shenuan (Puketoi) and Mr W, Telford '■(Clifton);— but the Puketoi' and Clifton jperitios are justly famed, and tho' sheep iorir&'rd would have .held tho day against many other famous flocks. Mr R, M. Turn- -.. bull's (Linnburn) sheep are absent tlm timo, and the. Canterbury breeders have not put 'in an appearance. T.i is matter for regret ; that there is" lidt stronger, competition in merinos—and indeed in all the sheep and cattle sections, for that matter. In Bordor Ldicesters .Meesrs Little Bros.' beautiful sheep from tho Ngapara flock have the class : practically to themselves; and the same breeders are strong competitors in the English Leicester classes, though well met ■' by Mr A, Murdoch (Riversdalc). Lincolns have been left entirely to the New Zealand and Australian Land Company's Mooraki Estate flock; but the Romney Marsh section shows a splendid entry list, and the sheep .are .magnificent, Southdowns are most disappointing ' numerically, and Shropshire J.".-. Downs have practically been left to Mr 11. Seth-Smith' (Ngapara) and Mr It. Iftwards (Ngapara), though the%:hampiqn rim wa.s 'shown by Mr E. Bull (Waddington). The Ngapara-and Oamaru district justly has a reputation'for-Shropshires, but tho southern . 'poftiori'of .Otago has also the country, if . hreodera would bring forward this class of sheep. The inbred halfbred class has not -induced anything like the entry list it should; and fat sheep,' though splendid in quality, are not very strong numerically.

work; or ho may spend.a holiday, amongst tlio dusky houris of tho Pacific and direct the work on his farm by wireless telegraphy. Tho importance of up-to-date and efficient i agricultural machinery ' cannot he overestimated, though probably- the statements of the agents in charge of the exhibits will require a little salting to season tho Yankee ■twang. In the machinery and implements avemio may be found everything from a hayrako to a ;gas engine, and the potentialities of perfected implements are demonstrated capably, even to.an invention for tho extermination of rabbits. The grounds of Talmni Park have undergone appreciable improvement since last year, though a littlo water on the trottiilg | track yesterday might have somewhat abated the dust nuisance.' The spaco has been well allocated, and ithe ground made the best r use of for the reception of tho live stock and the display as a- whole. A noticeable feature of the show is the number of , stewards and marshals, who, without any foe or reward except in the consciousness of iv duty well performed, carry .out' most onerous duties and are' ever eourteoin and ' obliging. Tho managerial arrangements have been excellent throughout, and,, given fine weather to-day, there should bo a record " people's day." Yesterday there was. a very good attendance during the afternoon, and keen interest was taken in the sheep-dog trials—the performance of one dog, quite a puppy, being especially singled out for general approval. Tho trials wore of more than passing interest, and the strategical struggles between some of the buck merinos and the collies were highly diverting to the onlookers. Judging was conducted expeditiously and the awards were available early, a provision ! for which press representatives were devoutly thankful. Tho awards seemed to give every satisfaction, though doubtless eome exhibitors whose exhibits wero not ticketed "First and champion" might privately hold the opinion that the judge didn't know a stag from a blind heifer. These little difficulties, however, would be smoothed over by a visit to the committee room. Horse-breeders from Canterbury to the Bluff have como forward'this year, and the exhibition of horses is expected, to bo Ul2 finest yet seen at Tahuna Park. . > Numerous attractions have been provided to-day for the entertainment of visitors, in the shape of wood-chopping and tree-felling competitions, buokjumping exhibitions, and jumping and driving contents. The woodchopping is a comparatively- new feature at the Otago show, though it has been included in-the Southland show .for some years, and entries have been received from numbers of woll-known axemen. The buokjumping contest should also provide considerable interest as well as .amusement. To-day .will be observed as a holiday, from noon, and the committee trusts that employers will close punctually, in order to enable the employees to arrive at the grounds in good time. Tho Citizens' Band and the Duncdin Pipe Band will be in attendance during the day. CATTLE. ' ' In the'various classe-s of cattle there wero 150 entries; last year there were 146.'. Tho ! judging was carried out expeditiously, I though in one or two cases it was somewhat protracted on account of keen eompcI titiou, and the results arrived at met with the general endorsement of a critical public. Shorthorn, polled Angus, and Ayrshire were the largest classes, and some remarkably good animate were, shown, in 'each division. Quito a number of the animals have been entered at' previous shows this year, and in previous years', and a comparison of their successes at Dune-din. and elsewhere is 'interesting. Our representatives made special inquiries in this respect. Throughout the shorthorn" depa'rtniont thequality was excellent, but' perhaps the competition was keenest in the aged class for bulls. The first prize-winner, (he property of Mr Arthur Chamberlain, of Brookside, Cantcrbffife is a very, largo animal, though getting old for show purposes, but it is-notieeable that, for his-age ho is keeping pretty level on the back. He was champion this year at Kllesmere show, beating tho animal that afterwards beat him at Christehuroh, The second prize went to Mr D. Murray, of Waropa; and third to Mr William Noxon, of Lcoeton, The bull entered by Messrs Mitchell:'-Bros., of Oamaru, was highly commended. The fact that this animal was'champicu at Ohristchurch last year and champion'at Oamaru last week shows the excellence of the.com.petition ho had to meet in Duncdin. He [was bred by Mr Nixon, of Leaston. The two-year-old bulls were only a moderate lot. The winning animal, the property of Mr is better matured than thd othem, and as a yearling was first at Kllesmore and Christchureh and second at Dunedin. The yearlings are an. ordinary lot. The winner, Count Lavender, bred by Mr G. Anderson, of Wright's Bush, is making his first appearance in the show ring. The cows were a very good lot—indeed, as a, rule, tho clasees for females wore very much Stronger than those for males, In the section for four-year-olds th* cow placed second had a slight advantage over tho others; but the winner, a sample of Mr Chamberlain' 6 fine Brookside herd, was fortunately a particularly good milker, and on that account the judge excused her for being a littlo off tho bloom. Mitchell Uros., of Oamaru, carried off the honours for heifers. ; Tho same animal was first and champion of her . class at

Catllo are good throughout, and some '•' ih'a'gnifioent' specimens from the Castlcrock as representing' the lato Hon. M. " Holmes's stock,, and from the Gladbrook stud are' shown. There is strong competition iri. Ayrshire.? from the North Otago ..• district:,'and the class has induced a-splendid '. ontryTof beautiful cattle. Shorthorns arc . . also 'well represented, hut the champion bull . 'and.the first-prize two-year-old hull both came from Canterbury. Hercfords have been left to-one breeder, while the dairy .cattle section only induced one entry, though the .entry fee was reduced to encourage competition. It is to ho hoped the;committee will consider making another .... epecial-'efforfr next year to indu'co entries in l this claes. Fat cattle are fairly repre- .'. sented, but the boasts shown are not, on the whole, up to a very high standard. Pigs are in good number, and there is a most '. appreciable! improvement in quality. Tho horses will be stalled for exhibition to-day. The following table will show the entries ■'lor tjie.past.five years:— : -'■ ; ■•• ■!■' 1899.' 1900. 1901. 1902.-1903, ■ '.Sheep. ■•„. 197 160 182 286 206 •!.'Cati!e:V;"H7 93 128 147 140 .Horses „, 275 972 338 253 263 -35 44- 42 33 48 ; Itlwill bo seen that there is an increase in V'liorßes l and pigs, and'the apparent decrease .'-.':&» cattle and sheep is accounted' for by tho provision requiring each animal to bo shown ■'~'in- one section only. Taken altogether, th© ; - '.show .may :fairly be said to have out- ; distanced its predecessors. . maohinery and dairy implements section is another great feature ■of the exhibition, an 3, while strong nuraerir'. cally, itreinvested with special interest in /viewWthe many important improvements Kroadevin farming and- dairying appliances of V late'years, : It is not so long ago since the : old-fashioned back-delivery was thought a wonderful invention, but now high-class ahdt<binders with ball bearings, ;: eooontrio motion, and other adjunots; have taken ; Us "■ .-'place; ..and . milk is now put thnjaja separators and testers, and eggs are hatched by machinery, instead of the oldbaluoned way. Probably in the near future, tho fariocr will sit. in his library, with Ihia p;r»/and a glass of whisky-punch, while ;'. the

Uamaru last week. vThe claw was really a very even one, and thero woe not, much to choose between them. The judge was much pleased with tho two-year-old' -heifcis, not only with the shape and size, but also with the condition in which thoy were brought out, and four awards were made in a class of seven. The yearling heifers were" above tho averago as a. class, and again, competition was close. Mitchell. Bros., of Oamaru, eecured first prize with Rowan' 11, bred by themselves; and Mr D. Murray, of Wnrcpa, was second with a heifer that was second the other day at Clu-tha, where she was beaten by Cordelia's tyntc-n, also tho property of Mr Murray, which, strange to say, did not even receive mention from tho judgo yesterday. Mr Chamberlain's aged bull was the champion, and . the samo gentleman annexed a similar honour among the cows. _ About 20 animals were forward in the polled Angus class, and Mr A. Officer, of Thornbury Southland, who acted as judge, had to weigh tho respective merits of the animals very closely in quite a number of cases. The competition was ooufincd to Messrs Murray, Roberts, and Co., who brought out tho pick 'of their famous Gladbrook stock, and to the Castlorock Company, of liumsdenj who provided some very strong opposition, especially in tho class for heifers. In 'the three-year-old class for bulls both the animals ehown were the property of Messrs Murray, Roberts, and Co. Tho winner was very easily judged. Ho was first as a yearling at Perth, Scotland, and has been shown here three times prior to yesterday and has never yet been.beaten. He ia remarkable not so much for size aa for shapeliness, being particularly good on the fore end. The second animal is not long from tho North Island. Tho first prize animal was also awarded the champion ticket. A two-year-old bull from Gladbrook was placed first in its..olassi. it .Will make a good animal when once it is .matured. He ia a eon of the ohampion. The yearling bull, also the property.of Messrs Murray, Roberts, and Co., is another very promising animal. The four-year-old cows were the property of tho same firm.' The first prize animal, Quet'ta 111, has already scored heavily in the prize, ring, having been first in Dunedin as a two-year-old and first as a three-year-old and second last yeai. She has a beautiful baok and-ia nicely turned.- The cow placed second, Merry.' Maiden IV, alio has. laying .'been';firet : as'a : two : year-old, first, ae.a three-ycar ; old, :: and firstand champion in 1900 and again in-1901. Last_year she was not shown here, ■ AU-the cowp were wsll

grown, and judges remarked that a better ring of cattle could not bo got together on the colony. The winner in tho tliTOe-year-old heifer class, which had not been previously shown, beat a oow that was first aa a yearling and "first last year.. Both cows came from Gladbrook. The Castlerook Company boat tho Gladbrook exhibits in two classes for heifers. Both the champion cards were taken by Messrs- Murray, Roberts, and Co.

In tho Ayrshire class tho competition wasj keener than it has been for years, and thet quality was much above tho average. The three-year-old bull, owiaed by Mr T. Lee, of Allanton, and bred by him, was tho only one in the class, and, taking his allround merit into account, the judges did not scruple to give him a first-prize ticket. Mr P. Iroland, of Goodwood, easily pulled off tho laurels in tho class for two-year-old bulls. An animal bred by himself was placed first, and an impo-ted beast, which he eecured on his recent trip to Scotland, took second place. This animal was also second at Oamaru. The yearling bulls sent in by the Seaoliff Asylum authorities wero tho best of the lot in their class, and t that • they were of excellent all-round quality is unmistakeablo; thc> wero pitted against somo excellent beasts, and still they were adjudged worthy of tho leading positions. Competition in the class for four-year-old cow.* was confined to Mr Ireland (GoodwootDi Mr W. Cowan (Oamaru), and Seacliff Asylum. The excellence of the Oamaru exhibitor's entries asserted itself, Mr Cowan's Ada II being, placed fiiofc and his Victoria second, the former being also allotted the champion card. Seaoliff Asylum got third place, and Mr Ireland's Lillian was commendeif. Last week Lillian was second at Oamaru. Princess, who carrico off championship honours for Mr Ireland last year, was also filtered, but was unplaced. Ada H, it may bo remarked, has already scored well in the ring. Several times she has been champion at Christchurch and at Oamaru. Victoria is ako a past prize-winner, having been placed first in her class at Christchurch. Five cows in milk came forward in the three-year-old class, and Mr Cowan's solo entry, which was first in her class at Oninaru. was again put first, with Mr Ireland's Lilly second. In the eta for cows ia calf Mr Cowan once more found himself >in premier place, Mr Ireland being second with Slrnlla, anothei of his recent importations. This cow has still f?nt her winter coat on. and will no doubt be seen to b-tter advantage next year. Mr T. Loe, of Allanton, and Mr Cow Mi. of Oamaru, had come very likc-ly-Icoking heifers. The other classes al=o served to brim? out some excellent animals. In the H<rcfords (here were rever.il snlendid specimens of the brfed shown by Mr .Tamo- Holms, of AVaimahaka. Mr T. Fleming, r: I.'vercarjrill, was the largest prize-taker in Alderjioya, and sPßiirod the champion card for cows, that for bulls going to Mr A. Quertier. of Matanra. will) a wcll-clnsscd animal brc! by himself. Some massive animnls were shown in th" fat pitt-le classrs." the' nvizetakcrs being K'lio't Uro-:. fIV-rclin), Wilson and O»hW (BnMutha). R. Chnrtors (Mosfliel), .T. Ross (Shag Point), and A. Hastie (Duncdin). SHEEP. In this section there is a falling-off in tho total number of entries, there being 215 this year as against 260 last year. ■ This may be accounted for in a measure by tho falling-off in tho merino section, owing to tho non-anpearance of well-known breeders who exhibited last year. The same thing applies in some other sections, although, on tho whole, the show sheep is highly creditable, and the animals have been '.irougltt toward in very good condition, notwithstanding the severe winter they had to ondure. Sheep are always a feature of the Otago A. and P. Society's summer flhow, which has now acquired a metropolitan character, and breeders know that they .will have to compete against-other successful breeders from both north and south. Consequently the pick of tho flocks is always sent forward to the show. Talcing tho sheep as a whole, they aro a particularly fine lot, and in quality equal to anything previously exhibited. In the merino section tho only exhibitors aro Mr Watson iShennan (with choice animals of his own breeding from his famous Puketoi flock) and Mr W. Telford, of Clifton, who has sohio remarkably fine imparted sheep. Mr Tnrnbttll,- of Linhmn Station, did not exhibit this year, although he was a considerable exhibitor last year. Consequently tho competition lay solely botwecn ' Messrs Shcnnan and Telford. In nearly every class where- there is any competition Mr Shennan has swept the board, and carries off tho championship for both ram and ewe in tho fine combing section of merinos. Ho also secures the championship for the best ewe in tho strong combing class, Mr Telford having been awarded the champion certificate for tho best rain. Hitherto the Puketoi flock have been able to hold their own pretty well against all comers, although tho Linbum flock proved strong competitors last year, especially in the fine combing class, where Mr Turnbull scored heavily against Mr Shennan. Tho quality this year _is excellent, although they aro not in quite such good show condition, and do not display , the same fine bloom on tho wool. When it is considered that the country in which the sheep aro kept was snowed up for over six weeks last winter it is somewhat remarkable that the sheep havo come out so well. The evenness of tho Pukctoi sheep is an important feature, and it is quite evident that Mr Shcnnan has established a typo equal to anything bred elsewhere, and which is at the same time adapted to our climate. In recognition of tho reliablo character of these sheep, Mr Shennan has effected sales of rams on different occasions destined for . the improvement of South American flocks. Recently two rams shown as hoggets last year were sold to go to Monte Video. Mr Telford's sheep are first-rato animals of their class, possessing, as they do, some of the host strains of blood from wsll-kuown Australian florks; lhit" they are not in as forward condition as Mr Shennan's sheep. The moister climate has a good deal to do with tho backward condition of the sheep. But Mr Telford has a class of sheep that will eventually make their mark in the show pen, when he has had time to establish a typo and select tho best of his flock to compete against others who have been longer in the field. In the Border Leicester seotion tho competition was not so keen as last year, several well-known exhibitors not bsing represented. Mr Watson Shcnnnn, who lias not hecn at Hie- show with long-woolled sheep for a good many years, has again entered the lists with sheen from the Conical Hills Estate. Messrs" Littlo Bros, of Ngapara, are the only other exhibitors in this section, and carry off most of the prizes, as well as both championships. As a class, tho sheep in this seclion aro generally good. Tho- • English Leicestcrs are a fino lot of sheep, but it seems a pity that the competition has been left to a couple of exhibitors—Messrs Littlo Bros, (of Nganara) and Mr A. Murdoch (of Riversdale). The prizes are fairly evenly divided, although tho Ngapara sheep have deservedly scored tho premier position, Messrs Little Bros, in addition securing both championships. As a whole, in this section tho sheen are representative of the breed, which is particularly noticeable in the older sheep. Mr Nixon, who was a largo exhibitor last year, did not como forward' this year, as well as several others. Tho Now Zealand and Australia.-! land Company have tho field to thcmselvos in Lincolns, Mr Holmes (of Oamaru) not competing this year. The sheep exhibited are, however, an exceedingly fino lot, all the product of the company's Mocrnki Estate, and would have been hard to boat had there been competition. The Romneys aro tire strongest section at the show thie year, and the competition keen.' As/ a whole, the sheep in this section is as fine a lot a* has been hitherto shown at Tahuna Park. Sutton's trustees carry off both championships for best ram end best owe. A fault with a good many of the Aeep is that they aro too bare about the head, in that respect more resembling the Leicester, and too straight in the wooi, not showing the fine wavy lino of the Romney when bred true to type. Messrs Bealcy Bros, and Fulton 1 '; trustees havo proved tho strongest competitors. Mr Shcnnan is also nn exhibitor this year in this section. The Southdown seetirai was very poorly represented, Messrs Be'aley Bros, being the only exhibitors. In the Shropshires, however, there was some competition, although Mr Seth-Smith, of Ngansra, was the chief exhibitor. Mr F. Bull (Waddington), however, carries off tho championship for the best ram with his imported Tommy Atkins, There was no competition in Cheviots, tho Castlerock Station. Lumsdon, having the wholo field to itself. This company were also tho solo exhibitors last vcar. Mr James Strmgfellow.,of C'hertsey, was the only exhibitor of im-brcd halfbred sheen, a type which >" gradually coming into favour, and in an probability there will be strong competition in this section in time to oome. There was keen competition in the fat-sheep section, and it is safe to say that a' finer lot .of fat sheep have nover be°n seen in the pens at Tahuna Park; indeed, they would bo hard to beat anywhere., Mr Stringfellow's pen of five inbrcd-halfbred wethers are an object 10-scai in the breeding of sheep the butcher, and have justly won the position accorded thorn. In some oases in this section the judge experienced some little difficulty in placing the winners.

Rleiunos (Pine Combing).

•■l'- : "li^s6eini.>/-pi^^th^-tho;'ci(>inpetiM6nOwas^ so po'gr' in •this 'section, as "Mr Shennan

practically has scored all (he important prizes in the classes in which there was any competition at all. In the open class for rams above 30 months Mr Telford is tho only exhibitor, and is awarded first prize for an imported ram, which secured tho championship last year. This year Mr Shennan carries off. the championship in tho aged ram class with a sheop bred by the exhibitor, lambor in Sbptomber, 1900, and shorn last December. He i 9 a very fim. animal of his class, and well merits tho position bo has carried off. The ram placed second in this class was awarded fir.it priss and champion certificate last year- in tltpstrong combing class. In the class ram above 18 and under 30 months Mr Shennan scores first pmo Vitli'a'ram that took first in the hogget class last year, the sheep thus keeping up his reputation. He is a well-grown and wcll-woollcd animal, and one of tho best of his class. The championship ewe is a very fine animal, and has honestly won her laurels. Tho ewe placed second in this same class —dry ewe above IS months—was similarly placed at Christchurch, and is of-identical breeding with tho champion cwc. Mr Shennan has scored this year with several sheep not previously shown, and has succeeded in carrying off six first 'prizes in this class, as well as both championship's.' Mr Telford's sheep aro first-class representatives of the breed, but as most of them wore not in good show condition, thoy did not score so well as they otherwise would have done. The young sheep wero also in a backward condition.

Meiuxo (Strong Combing). In this section Messrs Shonnan. and Telford wore the only exhibitors. Mr Telford's first prize aged ram in the opea class was imported frpm Australia last year, and comes from Messrs Miller and Gibson'.: far-famed flock. He was closely, shorn lasi December, prior to importation, and has now a fine dense fleece, of the very best quality. Tho samo sheep has been awarded the championship for the best ram in tins section, and justly so. In the next class, ram 30 months, Mr Shennan is the only exhibitor, and is awarded first and second prizes, as in tho class ram above 18 and under 30 months. In the ram hogget class Mr Shennan comes.out first and Mr Telford second. Mr Shennan secures the/ chain pionship for the be.it owe above 18 moulhs Altogether Mr Shennan scores ■ fivo_ firsts prizes and a champion certificate in the strong combing,section, while Mr Tclforo secures throe first prizes and a. championshin, so that the honours may. be considered fairly cvaily divided.

BonDF.n Leicesters. Messrs Little Bros., of Ngapara, have practically (Swept the hoard in this section with car'efulv-so'.ectcd animals from their celebrated Ngapara flock. They carry oft seven first prizos and-both championships. Mr Sherman's sheep are not in anything liko such forward condition, so that there is practically no competition. The champion ram, though only a £our,-tooth sheep, shows wonderful constitution and excellent fleece, and thoroughly representative of his class. The aged■-ram, which, has..been U champion before, however, rim'him pretty close. The champion ewo was de-ervcd.y placed, and is a thoroughly good lepreseiitalive of tho breed. As a matter of fact Messrs Littlo Bros.' sheep were .similarly placed at the recent Oamaru show. Fat.wsh x Thero is very keen competition in this -section, although Messrs Little Bros., of Ngapara, Oamaru, and A. Murdoch, .of Riveralale, Southland,' arc the billy- exhibitors. The former fcorA throe first prize.3 ancl bath champion-shins with a ram and owe that would be hard to bent anywhere. The chamnion ram was similarly placed at Oamaru, n*nd has been awarded no less than six champion certificates in-succession. Tho champion ewe was a'so champion at Oamaru. Both sheep are typical representatives of the English.Leicester breed. Mr Murdoch succeeds in carrying off four first J prizes. i Romxkv Marsh. . The Romneye are a remarkably fine class of sheep; number of exhibits is largo, and the competition very keen. As a matter of fact, this is the best section of sheep at the show. Fulton's trustees havo some specially fine sheep in this section, and deservedly carry off both championships. The champion ram was accorded a honour at the Taieri show, and tho champion ewe is .(JiorougMy representative of iter class. Messrs Bco-ley Bros, have some fino sheep in this section, and succeed in fleering several firii prizes. Mr Shcnnan is also an exhibitor in this class, having font forward a number of exhibits from his Conical Hills Estate. In come o[ the classes there is a noticeable difference in the type of sheep exhibited, especially between Mfi«-s Beaby Bras, and Telford's sheep. Desp.'-te this slight variation in type, all the sheep may be taken as good representatives of the Romney breed. SIIBOrSKUIES. Mr Seth-Smith, cf Ngapara, is the principal exhibitor, and has the field practically to himself. Notwithstanding that fact, his sheep are of a very high -grade, and would hold Iheir own against much keener competition. Mr F. Bull's champion ram was alijo first in his class and champion at tho Palmci'ston North show. His sire, Royal Record, cost 310g5,, so .that) tho champion, Tommy Atkins, comes-from gocd pedigrco stock. Mr Seth-Smith was awarded the champion certificate for the beet ewo in tho section for a ewe above 18 months, with lamb at foot, bred by. exhibitor. Mr SethSmith ecnrC'3 five first prizes In addition. Mr Edwards, of Ngapara, ■ was the other chief competitor, but most of his sheep wero not in such good condition. Inbred Halfdkei). Mr Slringfellow has now succeeded in producing a type that may lie considered fairly constant, and which will in time,, no doubt, develop into a 'recognised brood. The sheep aro a Lincoln-merino cross, started in 1888, and bred to typo ever since. For both wool and mutton •these sheep fulfil the dual requirement, and are coming rapidly into favour. As a matter of fact, Mr Slringfellow has placed the wlifelo of hin available rams for next year, A better and more even lot of sheep it would bo difficult to bring together in any other typo. Fat Sheep. There is keen competition in the fat sheep section this year, and never lieforo has a better lot of sheep* be?n penned in this section at Tahuna Park—indeed, it would bo difficult to beat the best of them anywhere olse. The first-prize sheep are all that could bo desired', both -in size and quality. In some cases the quality of the exhibits was eo even that tho judge had some difficulty in placing them. A pen of five inbred halfbred wethers; exhibited by Mr Stringfellow, is remarkable for the uniformity of the individual sheop, all of which are almost identical in size and quality. The lambs, however, aro not well forward, although of very nieo quality. PIGS. Tho entries in pigs exceed fhoso of last year by eight, and on the whole the exhibits aro quite icqual' to, if not an improvement on, the animals penned at last summer show. The SeaclifF Asylum, which always exhibits largely in this section of the- show, were tho principal prize-takers, and in several instances won without opposition, though that fact does not necessarily doprivo them of all tho credit that attaches to a win. Tho others to secure first places wero Mr Goorge Rhodes (Canterbury), Mr A. Avery (Oamaru), and Mr T. Richards (Opoho). In Berkshire!) the boars under nix months were a very strong class, but in tho other two older classes the competition wa,s weak. In sows tho competition was good, and practically all tile pigs .shown were, of excellent quality. Yorkshires did not attract a great deal of competition, Mr. Avery, being tho only one to try conclusions with the Seaoliff Asylum; but the oxhihits "oir tho' ground wero of a high class, more especially in boars tinder 12 months-two splendid animals being ehown,by the Scacliff Asylum and Mr Avery. The two sows, any age, shown by the samo,exhibitors were also remarkably fine specimens of swine, and either would take a lot of bonting: Mr Avery won in this class. Tarawirths were, on tho other hand, a very weak class. There was opposition in only,three divisions. In porkers the exhibition was very creditable, and tho bacon pigs penned by Mr Richards were exceedingly good. SHEEP-DOG TRIAL. A good deal of intercut oentrcd in the sheep-dog trial, which took nlaco in tho afternoon in tho show ring." Messrs F. Brocket (Loo Flat) and J. A. Duff (Outrani) acted as judges. The. trial consisted in driving the sheep through three sets of hurdles in a zig-zag courso and yarding within a given time—ls minutes. Points wero allotted as follows;--Command, 8; stylo, 10; yarding, 7; timo, 5;-total, 30. Seven entries wero received, and ait interestrog competition resulted, which occupied over an hour and a-half to complete. Tho results were as follow:—

A, Scott's (Mataura) Wylio ... 1 P. A. Watt's (Kaihikuj Scott ... ?. R. W. Trotter's (Hyde) Storm ... 3 Tho winning dog scored 27 nuiiita, Inking 9Jmin; the second dog scored 26J points, taking. 9min; and tlio third dog IK points, tafing 12£min. P, A. Watt had a isowml dog competing also,, and other dogs competing were owned by w. Roxburgh (Ltint* den) and E, J. Thomson (Oulrain), but none ot theso finiehed within the time limit, Mr Trotter's dog, .placed ;tliird this timo, wim, we understand, -'last:-year's .winnor. Tho v value-of tlio prizes was £5, £3, and £1.

BOYS' PONY RACE HANDICAP. Prizes, £aand £1. G. E. .Charlton (Seacliff) ... „. 1 J. Dooguo ™ ... ... ~, ... 2 D. Wilson 3 Tho. winning pony was ridden by M'Kewcn, and Mr Dooguo's pony by Roberts. Anothor pony owned by, Mr Charlton also started. Tho winner led all tho way. - PONY LEAPING COMPETITION. Prizcs-£2, £1, and 10s. A. North (Portohello) _ 1 G. E. Charlton (Seacliff) 2 J, tDoogu'o 3 There wore no otber competitors. PONY TROTTING RACE. Prizes, £1 and 10s. Jamea Bathgate „. 1 . Stewart ... .„ 2 Duncan ... g Tho winning pony was ridden by its l , owner, and tho others each by ti M'Kowen. Tho distance was a mile, and the finish a clcao one. This was a special race, not on tho programme. IMPLEMENTS, Etc. . Tho implement section of the show showed a considerable increase, there being about 55 moro ™trios. Many of this implements shown had been manifestly improved during tho past 12 months, and in some fow instances new exhibitors put in an appearance. The implement section of tho show always attracts a considerable amount of attention, the fact of a great many of tho machines being shown in actual operation making them additionally interesting. Practical illustrations of what some of ths machines would do were given, and ■wherever this was the case a-knot of persons was sure to te found. The following does not quite exhaust the list of exhibits to bo noticed:—

Messrs Dalgety and Co., on behalf of Messrs D. M. Osborne and Co., offer a. special attraction to farmers, showing a largo exhibit of up-to-date farm implements. .Messrs Osborne and Co. are one of the oldest and largest manufacturing firms of agricultural implements in tho world, and their exhibit is one worthy of careful inspection. The exhibit includes the Osborne Columbia hinder, which has tho reputation of being ono o[ tho. lightest draught binders in the market, and has proved itself in every description of crop. Purchasers of this machine are said to 1)0 unanimous in asserting that it is a cheaper machino to keep in repair than any other they have ttscd. The Osborne Columbia reaper, one of tho latest and most up-to-date machines made, is a first-class implement, and will ho found to do excellent work in harvesting grass and clover. Tlie Osborne Columbia mower, one of tho simplest and strongest of mowers, can bo used on farm or station for cutting grass, gorso, or thistle, and can be procured in one or two-horse sizes, with hack delivery attachment if desired. Tho Osborne hay rake is claimed to be the only rake with roller hearings, floating teeth, reversible dump rods, and interchangeable 'bicycle wheel?. The Osborne hay tedder is the original all-steel hay tedder. Osborne31'bherry drill, with the latest patent grass nnd turnip seed attachment, is ono of the strongest drills obtainable. Special attention has been paid to wheels and axle. The machino will not sag, and has perfect manure, feed, and patent spiral spring tube. The Osborne Columbia dise > harrow is claimed to bo the only flexible and reversible disc in the market. It will work evenly on uneven ground, has hollow-ground blades 20in in diameter, is light in draught, and will ho found to do excellent work. . Tho Osborne Columbia suiky springtooth cultivator has proved itself to bo a most serviceable cultivator under all conditions. It is mads in three sizes—sft, 6ft, and Eft widths,—and the factory has lately attached a seed l>ox, making it a. thoroughly reliable cultivator and seed-sower. Tho Osborne Columbia ueu-toolh harrow is specially mads for the' Now Zealand trade. It is a lever harrow of great strength. The Osborne No. 5 tooth seuffler, shown with and without potato liillcrs, is a very handy implement, and is built to stand rough work. Tho Osborne steel laud roller, Bft wide, weighs about 7Jc\vt. It is provided with weight boxes, so that weight can ho made as great as desired. The Ocborno Columbia knife and tool grinder is a very 'handy little implement, and has the advantage of being cheap Osbomo Orbit oil, which completes tho exhibit, is a highgrade lubricant of superior quality, and runs equally freely in hot or cold climates

Mr F. K. Manning, as iietml, exhibits a good collection of Messrs Marshall, Sons, ami Co's. famous prizo threshing machines and traction engines, also portable engines anil bagger chaffityiters. The extra large Marshall's lit 6in unim thre-'hing machine, constructed .vpecinlly to suit the requirements of the colonics, is very strongly mado and highly finished. It combines all the latest improvements, of which the following may ha specially mentioned: — Saunders's patent concave, which has steel plates belted on tc the inside eurfaceo. These plates can be turned and reversed, thus offering four different edges, and when UiKo aro worn out new plate can lie put on at- small cost, the concave itself being practically everlasting. The drum is filtetl with pafrMii ring oiler bear.'cigs, whioh enable it to run for a month without a fresh supply of oil. They also ciisuro its working' easily a,nd without heating,- economise oil, and prevent the oil from running down the sides nf tho machine, .thus keeping •it nice and clean. All the ether spindles are fitted villi swivel bearing!?; the;o cause them to run evenly and without heating in whatever position the machine is worked. This is a, great advantage, as in the hurry of threshing tho machine is often not set quite true, which, without these new bearings, ie tho cause of heated journals a.nd sometimes broken spindles. There is a third blast, "conducted from the main blast, 'which operates under the caving riddle. This greatly improves the dressing capacity of the machine, and helps- the main capir.g riddles in their work. 'The newlyimproved smutter is a great advantage, especially in the dressing of barley, of which it makft a first-class sample. The Bidos. to the platform on top of the machine aro now fixed by patent lovers instead of tho handscrews. Thcoe are quickly applied from the 'top of tho platform, and save time over the former method of screwing tho hand nuts on from underneath. The machine has extra long shakers, extra large screen, and extra largo -riddles throughout, and is supplied with special grasj-d-reseing apparatus. It is fitted with through axles and extra wide travelling wheels (which are specially suitable for the soft roads and paddocks they have to go over), strong eorow brakes, patent spring grease boxes .to all tho bearings, as well as oil cups, adjustable roller belt guide, iron couplings for attaching to traction engine, and complete outfit of riddles, tools, tarpaulin, niul ecrowjack. Thio machine is shown in motion, driven by one of Messrs Marshall, Sons, and Co's. la.'cat improved 8 h.p. Colonial traction engines, with enlarged firebox, inside geac (for driving at different speeds), compensating gear (for turning corners when travelling on road), winding drum (loose on shaft for ovc-rhauiing rone without working tho engine), and 200 yds and 100 yd* of wirerope, improved rope guide rollers specially constructed Colonial lender,. with improved coupling, patent imloniatio water gauge mountings (which automatically close if 'the glass gels broken), asbestos-packed mountings throughout, injector, walcr-liftcr and hose, extra large and wide travelling wheels, j brake, extra strong main \ axle. epark c-iteher, tarpaulin, and full outfit for travelling on hard and >soft ground. The engine i-s highly lim'slied, and it awl the machine look capable of giving a good account of themselves in the threshing field. Alongside of this is one of 'Mews Marshall, Sons, and Go's, now 7 li.p. Colonial traction engines. It is fitted similarly to the 8 h.p. before described, Iml is a lighter engine, which is preferred in some district.?. It is a well-finished, handy, and powerful-looking engine, and Mr Manning ■informs us is suitable for working a 4ft 6iu machine. Although it has largo travelling wheels—being 6ft x 18in—and large winding drum, jtlioso are not so largo as throw on tho 8 h.p. engine. In working uosilimt to this engine is set one of Mcosra Andrews and Boavon's No. 3 oorncrur-hers, with sleel kihblur attached. Mr Manning's next exhibit is ono of Messrs Marshall, Sons, and Co's. well-known portable engines of 4 h.p. These havo been greatly improved rooently, and tho boi-lore are now mado for a pressure of 1001b. This engine lias a Colonial firebox, quick-speed governors, wrougbtjiron travelling wheels and forecarriage, and strong patent sorow brakes, tlotthlo damper to oshpan, steam jet. and relief valvo to pump. Tho latter enables tho pump valves to bo cleaned whilst steam io on the boiler—in fact, whilst the enifi.no in working, thus obviating the necessity of drawing tho lire and emptying the boiler if ,tho valves get stuck or dirty. The cylinder is Hanged l all round and firmly bolted on to tho boiler at both ends as well as at the suloi, Tho B'lwun is taken from tho top of the steam oliest, time ensuring dry steam being w«l. Tito governor brocket is fixed to the back end of tho steam ohesl instead of on to lII© Iwiler, and tho pressure gauge to tho front of tho stain oliost, thus rcducing tilm millibar of holtiwin tho Iwiler. This oiih'iiio Ih specially mutable for driving n double bagger clmffouller, ono of winch is set in position in front of it. Tim 6 h.p. traction e-nyiue, 4ft 6in MwoliaiU's self.

feeder, 8 h.p. compound traction engine, and Ift drum threshing machine were not exhibited, the two latter, not having arrived in time.

Messrs Andrews and Beaveh exhibit, through their agent (Mr I. R. Manning), ono of thoir newly-improved Commonwealth chaffcutters and double baggers. This machine, tho agent informs us, is made specially for contractors. Tho two pairs of feed rollers, largo spindle, heavy gearing, adjustable bearings, large riddle, improved doublo bagger drive,'and automatic brake* enables it to cut and bag increased quantity with less expense for working and keeping tho machine in good order. It is .mounted on extra high travelling wheels, and is fitted with improved patent bag rings, onabling thin or old bags to bo filled, or good bags to 1201b without tearing them; web feed, which _ makes the fcoding easier and safer, especially whore straw is shori or dry, and increases the capacity of the machine, by two to three tons per day; two pairs of feed rolls, compressed by separate-springs-and safety roller (also on springs), placed in front. These gradually compress tho feed, and make the machine almost self-feeding, and prevent the possibility of.the attendant getting his hands in the rollers. -The reversing handle is also placed acrjass the top of the mouth, so that any part of the feeder's body can be used to throw it out of gear. Ia view of the many accidents that take place with chaffcutter.s and the working of the Employers' Liability Act, this is important to machineowners. Tho mouth-face is separate, chilled inside, keeps a sharp edge, and can be changed in five minutes. The improved automatic brake saves time and labour in filling the bags, as a touch of a lever runs tho empty bag up ready to be filled, and lrlirii filled it is lowered quickly to tho ground, thus rendering it easy to be released from the bag ring. Messrs Andrews and Bcavon also exhibit one of their patent automatic feed corn crushers of No. 3 size, fitted with (heir steej kibbler. Tho rollers of tho com crusher are of large size, and of the same diameter, and feed easier and crush the grain better than when tho rollers are of different sizes. .Their patent automatic feed is so arranged that it is selfrogulating—acting as a governor to an engine,—not commencing until the machine has attained sufficient, speed to do its work properly, and then feeding; more or less, according to the .speed driven, and when the machine is stopped it stops, and the mill is empty and ready to "start again. This machine is capablo of crushing 60 bushels por The steel kibbler— which is calculated to do three times as much a? the cast-iron .one? —cuts up peas, beans, or maize. It has separate triangular cutters, with three separate cutting edges to each, which can be successively used; and those, when worn, can ibe each easily replaced. The benefit of using crushed oats for horses, also for pigs, is well known, and, bnsjdw. the crusher does excellent work in destroying: tho germinating properties of tho weed seeds, etc., which are mixed up .with tlb grain, thus keening the farmer's land, dean. Another exhibit cJ Messrs Andrews and Heavan is the rapid grinding iinill, which will grind, bruise, or flatten grain as required. It-will also kibble maize, pea 3, barley, and oafs, or grind into fine meal all kjnds of grain and scads, linseed cake, coffee, tobacco, clumieafe," charcoal, and most minerals.

Amongst Mr Manning's other. exhibits is displayed a machine which will I>c of interest to all flaxmiHerr—viz., one of Crosbic's patent improved flax strippers. This machine, was (he. only one which obtained the £50 bonus offered by the New Zealand. Government for an invention for improving, the quality of flax fibre: since which time the inventor has still furtherimproved trie model. Messrs A. and T. Burt, who are the manufacturers of the machine, have also arranged to give a practical working demonstration .at their works, Cumberland street)' They- r:-gret that this cculu-not- beu!oiie'in time for the present, show. The flax blades flre fed through a capacious mouthpiece or feed-box; it passes through two chilled flu tod rollers; through a guido chub to and over a cast-steel revojvir.il! beating bar, revolving 10 revolutions per iwinute, and which is regulated by four, spiral springs giving ju-t sufficient pressure to properly trip the flax without breaking or bruising the fibre. . One blade or a handful at a time may be dressed in this manner. The -machine has been worked dross 21c\vf in 60 minutes, which is a record, produeine: at the same time a fine, soft, silky fibre without breaking, as :'ia the case of the ordinary stripper. With this improved stripper the quantity of tow is reduced to one-'half, whilst the quantity of finished fibre is 1 increased and the quality, unsurpassed. /The price of the machine is within tho reach of the smallest millowner, and from the interest evoked in its workin"'by those in the trade who have already .-ecu it in operation, and the commeudaticr.i it has rccoived in general, it is easy, to bespeak for it a steady sale. , A. and T. Burt (Limited), m their capacity' as ■ representatives for Messrs Mason, Siruthws. and Co., of Ciiristclutreh, disi'kv a rplendid exhibit of the noted Alpha Do' Laval cream separators,- for- both hand and steam power. Tho sizes for baud power arc being extensively used by farmers _at the nreseiit time, being the most suited for dairy (arms of t from four, to ten cows. The steam nowcr scnarators are of the latest be Laval steam turbine typo. These machines, it is said, havo never vet been beaten 'in onen contest, and havo been awarded special prizes for clean skimming, and hold at the present lime the world's record. Tho Babcoek milk testers are .shown in sizes to suit all classes of clients 'amongst (ho farmers, and the Alpha Do I/wal cream testers, arc also amongst tho exhibits shown. • Messrs A. and T. Burt (Limited), in addition to" tho above, display their own manufactures, amongst which miflht bo specially distinguished the dairy machinery and dairy, requisites and equipmente for all sizes of public- and private, dairies.'Tho snow, steam, and duplex pumps, mill; aerators, simplex, and Farringdon pinups, etc., are specially interesting to farmers generally. A wellassorted exhibit of machinery oils is shown in connection with these, whilst in another section of Messrs Burt's.exhibit is a varied selection of engine packings, wood pulleys, piummer blocks, cotton and leather belting, Chonata belting, fire hose, garden hose, and milk hoists. The Wade's skylight (in connection with which much litigation has taken place) is also on view. This is being largely* adopted by .architects and builders, and requires no putty. Fruitgrowers will lie interested in the spray pumps on view, and a novelty 1 , and a special oxhibit, is Bobbin's patent potato planter, which is guaranteed to sow from lOin to 20in apart in drills by automatic, working. Various other lines special to Messrs Burts' manufactures 'aro on viow, and, on the whole, mako up a very complete and tradcsmanlike display. '* Farm implements at a show always demand a large slinro of attention. The Massoy-Ifarris Company, maintaining their good reputation, mako a splendid display of the latest machinery for tillage and harvesting work. First and foremost are. to Jin seen several of their well-known binders, Several important improvements are noticeable in these machines this year, and six of them may he mentioned. The tension springs in" the platform will keep tire canvas liml automatically in all conditions of weather. The improved "butter" will help to make wcl'-shaped sheaves in any sort of crop. The upper elevator, being made to " float." in front as well as at tho back, will etWuallv guard against all chance of choking, The extra roller bearings will make tho machine run more easily than ever. Tho knife sections, being of improved shape, will make it possible for flip mni'hinn t« be mounted for road travelling ill exactly 55 i seconds, thus effecting a irroat saving of time. - t The Maswy-Hnrris lino of mowers comprises many widths of nit from ojft to Tft, Kiomtlio small onehorso machine to the \m No. 10 thoy aro all iimde on the same ireiif-ral principles of construction, The No, i. with n 4}(t width of out. is ii very popular f-hto, The framo is slromr. and litfid'. (lie wheels are broadfaced and liitth, and haw cross and centre bigs |o proven! sliptdmti the range of tilt is all Hint can lie desired, ami allows the oulloi'diiir to bo net itt many nnnhv*. The No. V mower i» uljo ltn<<f<ivoil in tho »itninit for tlflvins the knife, which is equipped with oil olumihoi'j in tiro- erank-hwiil anil the knifo-levl end, 111 eaoh ease Iho oil is drawn up by Miction through the oil vents by the natural Miction of (he hitman, When the pitman k not. in operation the oil is pot; expended, \v\wg retained in the oil ehnmlrer* ' The knife lieol end is drilled out ami Hinged,with n >twl washer, forming ti eaparwit? oil thnm'w or reservoir. Two nine* «i M\e M»#*ey-)kvH* "friction dunm" hnV fftVc* svu shown, The mnallor has 20 teeth, »m' MM-uve* Stiff from hub to hull, The taw sf» h»* oO teeth, and measure* MJff-. H. fo elnimoil that, tho frame ill the*e S? •?« vkid and so well trussed that if eMWWr -m. 'fho Heel wheels are durable m\ VyVV- *tWtt!J, A few of tho points of r.M\WK««iX- \\\ (lie Massoy-Harris No, l reaper aw mm 'writis' «t top and .bottom of wKe. *iW"V. whieh oondtieo to ■lasy I'ltimluft, Iw\ w.to ifflns havo broad beaiiiuts, run >mOM\l\\ and have a steady sweeping motion-. H'fe vip>> eloarlv when tho gavel \w \m\ uVItWWI, niitl lliev aro slotted for iid|munenti hish or low as de- ' sired. \i vet'V ea*y, as a swing helps to'facilitate- this, 'I'ho Massoy-Hanis cultivators are exhibited in three sizes. Thoro are' 9,. 13, and 17-tooth machines, fitted eitlior as plain cultivators or as broadcast scedors. 'Those, aro exceedingly useful implements, and nto eapaWo of being usod

for a variety of purposes. A fino variety of drills are shown on this stand. They ata sold cithor as plain grain /drill? or as com-: | bined grain and fertiliser drills, and iiu throe sizes—ll, 13, and 15 hoes. Cultivating attachments oan bo supplied with either if ordered, or they can bo obtained later. The Massey-Harris riding harrows are quite a new line in this colony. They aro made witli a strong steel framo to which are attached vibrating spring steel teeth. They; make an excellent scarifier, and are offered' at very moderate prices. There is quite an array of other harrows to suit tho most fastidious. The whole collection of MasseyHarris implements is made complete with several varieties of ploughs, scufflers, turnip pulpers, etc. The Now Zealand Lean aud Mercantile Agency Company (Limited) have again a. very creditable display of agricultural machinery. One of tho chief exhibits is the wide open-rear New Century reaper .and binder, shown here for the first time. It, is said to be the most up-to-date machineat present on tho market, and, so far as could be gathered from the groups of critical farmers examining it, its combination and workmanship appear to havo favourably impressed them. Mr Alexander Burns,' tho company's expert, kindly explained the ' mechanism and working of the new piece, of harvesting machinery, and pointed out that the New Century binder is strictly a 1903 machine—light and strong, and with all the latest improvements that mechanical in- , genuity and engineering skill can devise; it is, in fact, conspicuous for the completeness of its design, combining both lightness and! strength. The good points of the New Century machine are many, and.are manifest to the practical farmer at a glance. A few of its salient points may 1m given:— Extreme loir elevation, consequently mint* but little driving power; roller bearings , throughout, and ball bearings art used for end-thrust on bevel .gears, giving lightness of draught; patent' canvas stretchers for tightening and slackening the canvases on platform, and also elevator aprons; absolutely adjustable grasper and blotter; it, clever and simple device for instant removal of tho divider points when travelling through narrow gateways; and the elevating canvas rollers are provided with roller leavings (this being a new device); - simplicity of the knotter, with special attachment on binder to prevent repeating (with this attachment it is impossible for the binder to make what are known as " Iraby " sheaves); the main driving wheel is specially strong, being steel throughout and fitted with tapering stagger epokes, and is provided with special lugs to .prevent machine from skidding when working en hillsides. Noxt on the stand is the world-famed Farmers' Favourite grain and manure djill, N fitted with Bristow's original turnip-sower, which has been before the public for (he past four years and has been pronounced a success by its many users. The field is tho place where hasty innovations and untried experiments are doomed; to repeated failures, but the company, wo understand, has had ecveral years with their sower, so thai the experimental stage has long sine? been passed, and consequently farmers arc able' to procure a thoroughly tested turnip-sower.. Inventors have for many >ears been striving to produce a reliable sower for depositing turnip seed in such a way as to make it impossible for the sower to become blocked by foreign substances getting amongst the seed. Bristow's Original Patent Turnipsower accomplishes this by sowing direct from outside itself. The company are also showing on their stand improved mowers, hayrakea, and hay-tedders. These machines are specially designed' for the requirements of the colony, aiid will be appreciated by grassgrowers and haymakers. Banging alongside of these are a 15-tinc Hercules spring-tine cultivator and a 17-tine machine fitted with seed boxes, tho frames of which aro of steel and the tines of "spring" steel, 'having helpers'and reversible points. These implements are equally serviceable for cleaning 6eed beds, scarifying stubble and lea, or for conditioning' the soil for turnips. Then, there are also shown various sizes of hand Crown cream separators. Since 1398' this separator has done remarkably weM. Ocular demonstration of its clean-skimming capacity v was given. The bowl and separating mechanism are easily cleaned. The Crown is made in 12 different sizes, with capacity ranging from 9 to 510 gallons per hour. Next, comes the Crown churn, which is simple in construction, churns quickly, and io very easy to work and keep clean. The cover is on top, enabling the operator to seo when the butter comes without slopping the churn. Ono of Gascoigne's patent wool presses is also on the ground, and special , working exhibitions were given of Hoiriia's patent interlocking coupling. Pnge's lover wire-strainer is also shown to advantage, and practical illustration of its merits given. ' Amongst the sundries are cattle dehorners. twino and oil, and an interesting exhibit of grain and seeds; also, M'Dongall's sheep dip and Triumph manures. With improved methods and more scientific farming the demand for soil fertilisers is aasuming greater proportions every year, and the Loan Company's exhibit of artificial manures ~ attests that they are alivo to tho fact. They show samples of their Triumph turnip, grain, rape, and grass ir/annros, bonedust, super- ■ phosphates, and also Maiden Island guano. Great credit is duo to the company for tho manner in which tho various machines and sundries are shown.

The well-known firm of Reid and Gray again have a very extensive exhibition of farm implements and machinery, which is well worthy of the inspection of every farmer.- Their entry comprises some of their ■ locally-manufactured machinery, and also some of the popular implements for which Reid and Gray are sole agents. Anyone interested visiting this stand will first notice the fine assortment of ploughs, tho ordinary double-furrow, single-furrow, swing, and digger ploughs being in evidence. The , Champion double-furrow plough, fitted with Gray's patent front-lifting and widening gear, which has been so signally successful in all Now Zealand ploughing matches, is suro to attract attention. The latest pattern wood and steel frame disc harrows, with dirt-proof end bearings and with a convenient transport carriage, is also shown. These harrows are mado of the very best steel, and are. said to have had a record , sale. The improved double ridger, combined with double turnip and manure sower, .' is a new implement, and its construction is of neat design, and yet it is thoroughly strong and adapted to i'ts work. The springtooth cultivator, which can be made with or without seedbox, is an implement which this firm have been paying special attention to lately, and been very successful, with.. It is made of the very best material, and 1 a sample machine is shown on the ground. A\ Federal chaffcutter and bagger, with four-bkukl flywheel and double rollers (driven by a Hornsby-Akroyd oil engine), proves this firm's ability to turn out a firstclass chaffcutter. A four-horso farm, waggon, farm and tin drays (some nnpainted to show the quality of timbor), five-tined grubbers, Eureka grain and manure drills, and a host of other implements go to mako up this firm's display. Coming to imported machinery, the visitor meets with the eele- / brated Deering Ideal reaper and binders, also Doering mowers, hay rakes, and knifo grinders. Deering are. now claimed .to-bo tho largest manufacturers of harvesting machinery under tho British flag. Deering were the; first, it is said, to introduce tho ball and roller bearings, which have now taken a prominent part in machinery. Two Buckeye Mast grain and manure drills, with patent glass feed, givo evidence-of careful workmanship and durability. The popular threshing plant, tho Burrell eight horsepower traction engine and Clayton and Sliuttleworth threshing mill, is working, and will no doubt attract considerable attention .from millowners. Last but not least, there is tho Hornsby-Akroyd safety portableengine, concerning "which Messrs Reid and Gray wjll supply any information needed. A largo and varied assortment of accessories and extras is also shown, including binder twine, oil, nerforated- zinc, and belting. This enterurising firm deserve credit lor thoir extensive exhibit and their endeavour to keep pace with the times, m supplying up-to-date and first-c'.ass machinery. , • Morrow, Bassett, and Co,-In carrying out , to a thoroughly practical and issuoUheir motto, "There is nothmirtoo good for the farmer," Messrs Morrow, Bassett, and Co. have for niany^ yea s ■ handled nothing but the most up-to-date agricultural and general farm imp emehts and machinery of tho highest e ass of manufacturc. The- same principle has actuated them with respect to other hues for which they have become agents. The MOormick reaper and binder is a notable «Uitanco : of their judgment in selecting the best for it has been a phenomenal success in every way for many years, and tho sales have gone on increasing season after season in Zealand, as well as in all other parts _of tho grain-growing world. As a first prize winner in fiold trials ondat'exhibitions and ncricultural shows all over the world, tho. M'Cormick has always stood out prominently in tho front rank. /The latest colonial;,-? victory was on the Cliristolmrch metropolitan show ground this month, when, for ■ tho third year in succession, the highest lion-',, our for roapcrs and binders was, after vory-:-c'ose and impartial-examination, of all the. machines on the ground,. awarded to the M'Cormick, tho undivided _ opinion of the judges being that for simplicity and - perfection in mechanism,- ■ durability, - ligktn«sq. .• ■ of draught, and efficiency of work sir- any. condition of crop and on any class of land no other machine could surpass tho M'Covmick. A few minor improvements -aro, noticoatyo in the machine on tho markbi;. for this season,-but so. admirably, haye they

answered all requirements in several 'previous years that it has not been deemed advisable to make any material alteration. The earae may bp said of the grass mowers, side-delivery reapers, and hay rakes. There /wa's-a good display of each of the! above class of machines. Another medallist was the''. Excelsior spring-tooth cultivator, a machine admirably adapted for tearing up and thoroughly pulverising land which has become foul with twitch or other noxious weeds, and leaving the weeds Hiakeu free of .'the soil and fully exposed to the sun arid- air. The Bernicia disc plough is a iie\y; line now being handled by Messrs Morrow-, Bassett; and Co. They are shown »n single, double, and treble furrow, and, after many exhaustive trials, have proved that they will do highly satisfactory work an, any class of land, either on the flat ov this hillside. A collection of the Ladow steel' spring adjustable lever harrows, a •Cockshutt double-hopper root pulpcr and slicer, Ake Ako harrows, samples of -machine oils and binder twines, tho Little Wonder broadcast seed sower, a variety of high-wheel lawn- mowers, hay forks, and up-to-date garden tools were also shown, as were also several of the celebrated Studcbaker vehicles, which are of the newest design, light, strong, and very stylish in appearance. A much improved Daisy road cart, samples of Daisy road cart harness, a variety of binder, gig, carriage, and other •whips helped to complete a most attractive land useful exhibit. • . Messrs Nimmo and Blair this year make a largo display, having besides (heir own exhibit- that o"f Messrs Booth, Macdonald, arid Co., of Chrfstchurcii, for whom they iot' as Otago agents; A description of Messrs Booth and Maedonald's exhibits appears elsewhere. The agency for _ Stoma's two-row ridger seed and manuro drill, which is on exhibition, is also hold by Messrs Nimmo and Blair, and this implement is desorib:d later on. ' Prominent amongst this firm's exhibits are the Planet Jr. . universal cultivators, horse hoes, garden implements,' etc. Those machines show improvements every year, and, looking at tiiejh, it can be readily understood why they are so generally used. The Wizard ploughs, hillside oue-horso and Scotch pattern are also good-looking implements, being simple in construction and having a splendid finish. Spray pumps and garden requisites are largely shown, the latter inEluding Montauk, which has established jtself among orchardists and fruitgrowers its the finest insecticide known, for the destruction of scaly blight and oilier orchard: bests. Mossrs Nimmb.and-Blair, also ex-' Kbit /their -own special manufacture of Standard calf food, .for which they have ,i .large demand from those engaged' in the dairying industry; and those interested in the poultry' business should not overlook tr.'9'many lines exhibited in this department, ihcludirig 'bonecutters, incubators,' poultry meal, fowl grit, dried blood, and other necessaries for tho poultry farmer. Standard manures are also well in evidence, comprising Standard Hone manure, turnip manure, grain manure, potato manure, Peruvian guano, etc., the whole making a. complete and. comprehensive exhibit and attracting a considerable amount of attention' from the farming'community. As usual, Messrs ' Booth, Macdonald, and Co.'s—for whom Messrs Nimmo and: : Blair are agents — exhibit of agricultural implements and machinery is ./.an attractive one, and embraces nearly every tool required for the successful cultivation of the soil.-' Several important improvements liavo been effected since the firm' exhibited their implements hero last year, notably the grease screwdown lubricators, which have been adoptod on .the wheels and skcith centres '_of the ploughs, tho axle bearings of tho disc tor- ' row, and tho rollers, the improvements meeting with tho ready approbation of those ■whoso business is to use these implements. Tho Austin road machinery on this stand includes a reversible road grader, a wheeled scoop, and a road and pavement plough. This line has been a sotirco of good business to tho firm, and. all local bodies who wish to be up-to-dato in read formation or repairing cannot afford to be Without the .steel road grader. A powerin)V and somewhat conspicuous machine, is , the Whitman Invincible straw press, which will press into compact bales hay, straw, clover, fhavings, rags, or anything of .'a baleable nature and turn it out at the rate of a bale a minute! The, lino of White oil engines include an 8-b.h.p. portable—which was driving a reaper and binder, a 2-b.h.p, stationary—driving a largo force-pump, and a 4-b.h.p. marine attached to a propoller, showing the exact motion., as if fitted in a launch or boat. Pumps for. all purposes were on evidence, as were also a general collection of implements such as ploughs, harrows; disc harrows, hillside ploughs, etc., a striking feature of the exhibit being a steel, Star windmill, of .which .liue l 'tifefirmil)as,,a .huge.annual turnover, If"ilessrs jSiih'nib'aM'-:Bla>if:ra'^;^«B^ijW' : ful in their agency as they are in the-gfluT-raj business, the firm should continue to'extend its Otago connection in no uncertain manner. • ■ ,

. Sir Storrie, Invereargill (Messrs Nimmo and Blair, local agents), is again represented at tho elio--v. His ridger is an implement that all farmers should inspect. Most noticeable in the improvements on it this year are the angle steel bars and malleahlo castings used in its construction, giving tho whole machine great rigidity and strength. The lift for the rollers and seed snouts also helps to make 'this one of the. most'handy and useful of farm implements. In fhis stand attention is at once drawn to the neat little 2-h.p. koroscno engine, suitable for driving a saw, separator, pumo, etc. This engine 1-uiis on ordinary kerosene' at a cost of frotti lOd to Is per day. No open flame is used: tho ignition is attained by means of an electric SDark from either a battery or magnetic "igniter. Any power from 2-b.h.p. to" 300-b.h.p. can be furnished in these engines. The simplicity, and lowness of the Pennsylvania- grain, manurej and turnip drill, and tho method of regulating the quantities of grain Mid manure sown, by means of levers, are points ,that should recommend it to all intending purchasers. Mr Storrie also exhibits a Samson windmill, with steel tower. With this mill the plunger is driven by ft doublo pinion, one on each side of pitman. This does away with all one-sided wear. By means of an eccentrio washer the braces can be drawn to any tension in a few minutes. Sellable lubrication is obtained by the use of siphon oil cups, which supply oil only when the mill is working. „ _ ~ . y, Messrs William E. Reynolds and. Co. exhibit--the Blue Jay plough (1903 pattern), Dux ploughs and cultivators, The Dux is the old pattern implement, very many of ■■which,.-ota still in use and doing excellent work, but tho landing of tho famous Blue Jay has leftino room for further importations of the Dux. Messrs Roynolds.and Co. find that farmers want the best,, and their aim' certainly has been in this direction. Tho 1903 pattern is a fine,;'son'ieeable-look-ihg implement; and on investigation tho very many minor, though important, improvements are readily discernible,- especially, on comparing it with the former Blue Jay •(1901). The chief alterations are in-, creased strength of axles, spacing, bars, and axlo grips, and increased size of swivel coulters. Certainly Mcssr3 Reynolds and Co. appear to have considered every alteration very carefully, and it is unlikely that fanners will bo slow to appreciate their efforts. They claim for tho plough extra strength whore necessary, without : any material increase of weight, so that the fame the. plough has gained for lightness of dnusht is in no way .impaired, and the Blue Jay will tackle any class of land, however heavy, and turn pve;c three furrows for the.same cost in time and horseflesh as the colonial-made articlo or": any oilier imported plough will turn ovo'r two furrows. Two shipments were landed in June, and both cleared almost before arrival, and many orders could not be executed for the past season, A very large shipment has, however, been landed ex s.s. Somerset, and Messrs Reynolds and Co? have two other ■ shipments on tho way, as tho past demand makes them certain of.' ready sales. No better proof as to the success of keeping the iplough well up-to-date could well be, looked for. The Dux cultivator is also shown. It has all-steel handles and frame, arid'patent adjustable Ghanks that allow of. tlmi teething readily set to any angle required.' : One distinctly new feature compared with last year's implement is the roar wheel attached for regulating the depth to; a nicety. This implement as shown should bo a most serviceable one on any farm,- n a ifc can readily bo adjusted to do .the.'work-of either a hoe, weeder, or ridger. ..•'■•Messrj- Kempthornc, Prosser, and Co. (Limited) are always well represented at the summer show, and this year is noexception, their, many productions being of very great interest to country visitors, who will here flrid'sheep dip, branding fluid, fertilisers, etc. The Kemp's branding fluid displayed a.' a preparation which is now well known nll/civer the colony as one that can be used; on wet sheep without fear of its running,; and, although it is absolutely permanent" on . the wool, it can be washed out when put through the scour. Another article to. : do with sheep is the "K. P." shoep'.dip. This is now. a poisonous dip, and .is. stated to give results equal to anything imported, To /show its appearance when: mixed; ready for use a. tank of dip in. this'.-" condition is on, the stand. With ;reg£rcl to &> fertilisers, ilicso aro. shown j ..'!.Mama's New Husband" is good fiin, but: it'B better to find your teeth extracted absolutely ! without painby the London Dental.lnstitute.—• jAdvt?'' '"■' ' v "?■■■: :v' :: ' | : M:&o'h '■■''' ■'-> '■.'■•'./ ■

in-all,varieties and for every'description of crop. Tho Rockland manures, as distinguished from the special manures, avo manufactured from the rock phosphate' recently discovered at Clarendon, ■ and specimens of this rock are shown as they appear before being- chemically treated. The special manures are made up as formerly, and still continue as the highest grade produced. To those interested in the rearing of young stock the linseed oilcake and crude.' cod liver oil are worthy of attention. The latter is rapidly coming into favour as a food which fattens quickly. Raw'and boiled linseed oils, manufactured and refined at-tho Burnsido works, are claimed to be equal'to the very best imported; in fact, nothing belter can be made, as they are pure oils. Slesinger't, veterinary remedies, poisoned pollard, lubricating and linseed oils, Senior's egg preserver, axle greases, etc., are chief of the many other exhibits at this stand.

Messrs J. E. Watson and Co. (Limited), as agents for the. Piano subdivision of tho J.nterna.'ional Harvester • Manufacturing Company of America, are exhibiting Jones's reapers and binders, mowers, mowers'with dropper attachments, hay rakes, and sickle grinders. The .Tones lever binder has-some patent dovieee peculiar to this' machine alone. Most noticeable of. these are th° iever for driving the lmnlter and tho sheaf discharge. This gives the machine an increased power to deliver the sheaves when working in heavy crops, and does away with a great deal of gear overhanging.the main wheel. Tho flywheel also relieves, the machine greatly in any crop, and also clears it. when stopping or turning corners. .The sheaves bring deposited befcre turning prevents the horse treading on the corner sheaves and bursting Ihrm. There arc also friction clutches to relieve tho /machine under severe strain and prevent- breakage. The Jones mower is a very light-running clean cutter owing to its being driven with chain gear. This stylo of driving also, enables it to perform its work silently, and not startle hordes unused to the work. The hay rake is a light and yet strong implement fitted with a self-dumping gear, by whieh the operator is saved a great deal of unnecessary work. Their sickle grindors, like the rest of these exhibits, are very eimple and effective fcols, This firm, being agents for Mos;rs William Gardiner and 1 Co., Mataura, have one ,of their, latest pattorn combined -ridgws, seed and manuro cowers, a nieiiium weight double-furrow plough, and single-furrow digging plough. The ridger, unlike other makC3 of these implements, has neither pole nor shafts, the horses pulling by owingln-trees coupled to the front carriage, to which is. also attached a steering-rod, which leaves . the operator full command of the machine, and so'enables him to make absolutely straight drills. TII9 manuro sower can bo adjusted to deliver manuro at any required depth in the drill. The mouidbqsrds and rollers are so shaped that a porfeet drill is formed. This firmjs ploughs are thoroughly strong and serviceable implements, liaving many improved ideas for increasing tits strength and durability of them. The front lift attached to tho digging plough is especially simple and easy to. work. On this stand are a great variety of single-furrow ploughs, hillside ploughs, cultivators, small flowers, and blucgum field gates. The Standard brand horse and cow covers aro also to bo seen here. These covers are made of,such a shape that they will fit' perfectly any auimal they aro wanted for, and are not liable to get round to one side of the horse or cow, and then got trodden on and torn. They are evidently made of the very best material. Tho Melotto separator is also exhibited by this firm in a number of sizes and patterns; also the Mclotlo cream and milk coolers. Tho firm also exhibits one of.Messrs Androws and Beaven's Blnckstone oil engines. Tho Blackstono has been specially selected for the farmers, having- no complicated parts, so that any labourer can manage it. It has been proved the most' economical oil engine of British or Scottish make, working on kerosene, which is cheaper and more easily obtained than benzine'. There is no battery or eleolric epark used;on the BlackStone. It has a lamp on the small sizo3, whieh only consumes about a pint in oieht hours; above 3i b.h.p. the ineandescc-nt tube is kept hot by the exhaust. The valves can be removed and cleaned in 10 minutes. It has a well-finished • appearance, with good English workmanship and solidity in every part. There is no noise or odour with tho Blackstono.

Messrs J, E. Watson and Co. (Limited), as agents for Messrs P. and D. Duncan '(Limited), Ohristchurch, aro also exhibiting a 15-coulter combined grain, seed, and manure, drill, spring- tyne-cultivators',- dive barrows, and a double-furrow .plough, The combined drill will sow grain with manure ;in. Vin'r'irOTO, and turnips, rape-, or other :small'seeds cither'in 7in or 11 in rows. tlho mamiTO : and turnip feeds.on this'drill' ■are remarkably simpie, and will'. give a perfectly steady Dow at whatever'.■•.fyiantity; the machine is set to sow. The' turnip foed:'deposita one sesd at a time, and is an absolutely sure feed on cither steep •hillsides or level land. The cultivators are similar to that which gained, tho medal at Christchurch show, ■ also the' : .prizo at tho last Ashburton field trial; Their diso harrows are made' either with 'wooden cr steel frames,.as ehown on their stand, and are very- durable, and make »• perfectly even cut right norois tho-width x of'the machine when working. They are also easily removed from or put. on the transport carriage. The double-furrow plough ie a beautiful piece of workmanship, capable of doing first-class work.' ~

The Otago Farmers Co-operative Association of New Zealand (Limitcd)'s exhibit consisted of six Cvclone gates, varying-in size from 12ft Iby lit down to 3{ft,/by 4ft, manufactured by t!ie w '.Cyclone' Woven-wire Fenco and Gate Company, patentees, of Christchurch, for whom the Otago Farmers' Co-operative Association are local agents. Attached to these were specimens of the droppers which ato supplied by the same firm for fencing. These and the Cyclone gates are a specialty of the patentees, and have attracted much attention at the shows in the principal centres. Their durability should make them eagerly sought after, as compared with the old-fashioned wooden gates. All the castings are malleable or steel. Tho gates are both ornamental and useful. All the gates up to 10ft wide have ■a sin by oin mesh; all abovo 10ft have a 7in by 4in mesh., Tho larger gates with wide mesh aro supplied with throe coil wires interwoven or steel tubing. Perfect rigidity is secured. The same company exhibited D. and W. Gibbs's sheen dips, poisonous and non-poisonous: also Quibcll's powder and "fluid dips, and disinfectants in fluid and powder, which are all well known. -Ash-ton's patent sheep holder was exhibited by the Otago Farmers' Co-operative Association, and also Calvert's Co-operative dip. : Messrs Thomson, Bridger, • and Co. .(Limited), the well-known ironmongers of .Princes street, aro showing in operation the Now Century steaming ; apparatus, for which they hold the Otago and Southland Agency. This is a portable and efficiont apparatus for producing high-pressure steam for dairy purposes—cleansing milk cans, heating vats, cooking food, "etc.—and even, if required, for doing the household washing. The machines arc: not expensive; they are quite portable, requiring no building in. The boilers aro made of copper with steel domes, fully tested, and fitted complete with safety valves, water gauges, 'arrangement- fbr refilling, pining, cocks, etc. The agents state that a large number are alroady m use in New Zealand, with satisfactory results. The Triton Supp'.y Company's stand holds a great deal of interest to farmers, and others, the firm' making a specialty of dairying and poultry fiirming appliances. Among the dairy utensils shown are British cream separators, including the Empress and Princess makes. The latter especially are compact, handy machines; while the 75-gallon separator, driven by steam powor, is net only neat and compact, but its work is performed most, effitfieutly. This separator, with the steam boiler, vats, steam washing trough, and s£eam cooker, should'prove a most useful and profitable plant on dairy farms. Included amongst this firm's exhibits aro Smaill's patent Empress boilers and'engines for small powers. They aro of local manufacture, and are excellently adanted for driving,, separators, com crushers, and other small requirements on the dairy and poultry farm. Tho chums, butter workers, and weighers are- all. of fine workmanship and eomnlete in- every detai. in the poultry division are samples of all machinery anil requisites for; the equipment of an up-to-date poultry farm. The company is also agent for the well-known Cypher incubators and appliances, and shows a complete list .of those goods. Amongst other exhibits on tho stand-are Mann's patent grinding m'.ls, Wilson's crushers, Thomson's root crushers, -and i Roberts's patent window, which ensures ventilation without draught. The firm is also agent for Newberry' and Walker s patent Unique washing boilers, which require no building in, consumo but little fuel, and ate fast steamers. Measrs H, E. Shacklock (Limited) display several sizes of their well-known Orion ranges,.fitted to. burn.wood, coal, or lignite. A special featuro of tho Orion hos always : been the thick cast metal' oven.; While this | is retained, the makers have. further improved- their articlo by, adopting this same i material in the. construction of the flues, ] the end.of the range arid also the bottom being of heavy.cajt,metal, rendering.it more | dirraMe ; fhariUhe .ordinary thinislieet'iron, ' The copper boilers are. of a /heavy-gauge, i li/r.sq capacity, and- tinned' inside., : ;Tlie ash- • i pans" are'Jarge -and strong," ehoots''to ;direot'j

the ashes and efficient dampers are provided, and altogether the goods are strong and oplendidly finished. The New Zealand Acetylene fias Lighting Company (Limited), of the Octagon, Dunetlin, have an exceptionally attractive and interesting exhibit. Tho automatic acetylene gas generators and purifiers made by the company, in sizes to suit the lighting requirements d any building from a cowbyre to a castle, are on view in operation. The absolute safety of these generator is guaranteed by the company, who wish it to be distinctly understood" that it is not a local patent, but an English one with an established reputation of eight years' standing. A display is also made of the newest ideas in gas fittings and globes specially made fur use with acetylene gas. Cooking ranges burning this gas may also he seen in use, and also a brazing apparatus generating a very great heat. In thort, it appears that acetylene gas has been most successfully adapted to every requirement for which gas is used. Acetylene buggj', motor, and hand lamps also contribute to' make up a. up-to-date and important exhibit, and clearly show the great strides acetylene gas ii making in alt departments. , Messrs Tothill (Limited), Ilia sole agents in Otago and Southland for Mcs=rs button and .Sons, Royal seedsmen, Heading, Kn.3land, have a toni in whirh they have <iisplayed to great advantage seeds of this well-known firm, including swedes,- turnips, mangels, and rape, etc. The sales thw year, it is stated, have been very large, and theer is no doubt that the seeds are rapidly growing into favour and will ere long command an even more prominent place than thsyalready ocenpy in the market.

Brinriey and Co. are exhibiting a collection of their Champion ranges, each class 'they make being represented. This exhibit is well worth iinpcrtion, its get-up' being exceedingly creditable. These ranges are all well finished, the material being smooth and strong, and the workmanship of the host, reflecting credit on tho exhibitors. The boilers arc all made of strong copper, tinned inside, and the internal parts of cold rolled steel; while the oven is strengthened on top, whero tho fire strikes. The conveniences' for cleaning aro simple and effective, the allies being shot into the pan by pressing the grate at the back, while there aro guides to prevent the ashes falling down at the back of the pan. The whole of tho front of (he rango can be- opened out and the rjngo used m an onen fireplace. There is a pocket at tho bade of tho firebox, so ihat long lengths of wood can be used; while for coal tho movable hack c:m be brought forward, and so effect 0. saving in fuel. There are three dampers for regulating tho draught, or it can bo closed off altogether. These ranges can be fitted with high-pressure boilers, the arrangement for which is such (hat tho water heats quickly. Sheet coving, cast-iron or tiled coving can lie fitted on any of these ranges, and those thus fittod add to the appearance of tho exhibit. Tins mako appears to be quite up to date, and leavos nothing .to be desired in finish, conv6nicricc, or strength. Every range is guaranteed.

. The makers of the well-known SiiKjor sewing machine have a most interesting exhibit of their machines for family use, rhowing both tho round and long shuttlo mechanism, mounted on different kinds of woodwork; and- what wilt particularly interest tho ladies h the varied assortment of work done by the Singer. This comprises beautiful art pictures in silk, table- centres in drawn thread and applique work. Honiton lace, also plain sewing and work done with the attachments. The attendants in chargo arc giving practical demonstration)! of every class of work these family machines aro capable of, and the case, simplicity, and light running of the machines clearly shows why the Singer is a favourite. Barningham and Co.'s exhibit shows high finish and all ,lho qualities of :good workmanship, for which 1 tho firm has long been noted. Several samples of the Ze-alandia cooking range are shown with tho open fire arrangement, and a very simple and effective way to lengthen the firebox, so that the range can be'mado at will to burn either 'wood or coal. This is an important point in many districts, and has contributed largely to tho well-deserved popularity of these favourite ranges. Tile coving is another marked feature of tho exhibit under notice. There is, it is understood, a largo demand for this style of kitchen range, which Messrs Barniaighfim have introduced and popularised. In every respcet this exhibit is an attractive one, and will repay a close- inspection. Messrs Cooper and Duncan, represented by Mr J. M'Kny, have, as usual, a very fine display of locally-manufactured farm implements. Tho special implement on this i stand to which fanners' attention is called: is the colonial drill, so well and favourably known. This "is-how fitted with Bristow's latest single turnip-feeder The special im,ptoveHient,;H,.that while, it is. a single foedor 'it/'is n'ii h^3plnti36rc^ £ l(ecdfi>itfd\%trfiil)Si-it cannot bruise thsv seed, it is impossible to over-carry it. Another implement shown is the colonial spring tine cultivator, winner of the ailvcr medal at the last Chvis'teluirch show. The stand also contains one of the disc ridgers now so well known, and there is' a good collection of ploughs, tine and disc harrows, spring tiilo cultivators, etc. "The International CorrespondenceSchools, Scranton," marks the exhibit of iters Bray Bros., local agents for this institution. The special advantages claimed for "education by mail" under the Sevanton system aro that students study in their spare time for the career of their choico without leaving their daily work; also, that the courses arc complete in themselves and thoroughly up to date. In many lines the Eteranton School gives tho only course of instruction available. The International Schools boast that "the world is their class," and as the number of students enrolled to date—in 12 years—is over 600,000, .an attempt is evidently being made to make tho claim goad. Surprise at the large number is lessened when it is stated that the annua! expenditure in keeping tho Scranton School text books' tip to date if £50,000, and that the school offers 150 courses of instruction. The' United States Government has given tho Seranton Schools its stamp of approval by adopting tho schools text books at West Point Military Academy and at Willett's Point Engineering School; and, as the Messrs Bray explain, what.ia I best in America, should bo good enough 1 for New Zealand. It is understood that some 1000 students are. receiving instruction from this source in New Zealand. Anyone with' -a revcrenco for learning or an ambition to rise will do well to examine the piles o[ text books, students' work, and other matter open for exhibition. Messrs Bray Bros, also have displayed a new Linkum belting, made of paper. It is claimed for this belting that it wears longer and expands less than,any'other belting. The Lovell's Flat Coal Company (head office, Vogcl street, Duncdin) have a very good exhibit, and cine that lias been much in demand of late. They have a stand with some fine large lumps of theb coal; also samples of nuts and peas. This energetic company have a very complete screening plant worked by machinery at their colliery, LovellWlat, and it certainly makes a good job of taking out all dust, etc., as tho nuts and peas shown prove... Messrs Brace, Wndle, Bliyth, and. Co. (Limited), the solo agents, show Martin's patent rib-strap horse cover, which they claim is quite .immovable. It differs from the ordinary patent in having no leg or tail straps, which often chafe, but is attached by means of three 'rib straps which catch the cover below the shoulder, at tho loin, and at the middle of the side; the three rib straps being joined under the belly 'by means of a single short girth. Many contractors who have put horses out with this cover on state that it remains on consantly, and chafes nowhere. Much business is expected to be done during the coming season. This attachment is splendid for cow covers, as it does not touch the udder;

The New Zealand Babbit Exterminating Company, Christchurch, show in active operation an oxterminator for rabbits. A small portable machine is used for tho manufacture, conveyance into a burrow, and.explosion of a gas which effectually puts an end to tho occupants of without, it is claimed, mutilating '.tficni. A capital little invention, is shown by Messrs Clapham Bros., of Christchurch, for use with vehicle and horse. It consists of a strap which is .so adjusted round the. wheel of a vehicle that it prevents the horse froty backing, and any attempt on tho partj'ojf tho animal to go. forward is its immediately tightening the reins. ""?•• Messrs Schlaadt Bros., as usual, have at work a couple of.'foot, or hand power saw benches, with attachments, on' which some capital work was t turned' out by tho attendants. ,' ' ' Mr T. Morris, the well-known maker of tho etectrio heal wash, has a capital display of his cures, which have found so much favour with the public._ It includes many of his well-known medicines for man and boast, which havo bo frequently beon found to be highly effective. Mr A. Barnetfc has a spacious marque in which he has. practically a small clothing establishment. Hoik of tweeds in a variety of qualities and colours are displayed hji side, and the place was thronged'by those on the look-out for bargains.' -'' Mr James Robertson; of Waitati, has a ditch plough on exhibition, .which possesses many points of excellence. Mr Robert Patereon, 6f Balclutha, shows" a well-designed and well-mado lever spring on a three-furrow plough, .Messrs Renbby and Co., of Chfistohurch, show samples of Reuboy.'s sheep, and sack praud in great yariety. •.{,;''. .-.".• ■■.' : ' : "s .'Mr'R. Murie. Inycrcargil), has a collec-

tion of heating stoves, lamps, etc., and also tho Rndge-Whitworth'■' and Rambler and other bicyoles in a tent near the entrance to the. show ground, and makes a capital display. ; , Mr W. Ponnmgliaus, Christchurch, makes a nice little display in "0. K." washing machines and "Daisy" barrel chums with improved frame, cream breaker, etc. Messrs Robert B. Dennistou and Co. aro showing a varied assortment of the wares interesting to all who are in any way connected with machineiy, and consisting principally of lubricating oils, machinery belt-, ing (Lancashire leather and Balata), wastes, sponge cloths, graphite, Fleming's patent solidified oil, belt fasteners, engine packings,, asbestos boiler and pipe covering, lubricators, brasswork of every description, wire ropes, Dodge and filbert wood split pulleys, Hercules wood split pulleys with steel face, ami many otherlines too 'numerous to mention. In addition to these Messrs De-nniston and Co. are showing one of thoir Gardner oil engines, 6 hois.'-power, in motion. Tho leading features.of the engiue are: Cylinders, liistons, piston rings, and all working parts " that aro of cast-iron are made of a very closegrainedj hard,strong mixture, the durability boing consequently great; crank shafts and connecting rods aro cut from solid steel forgiiijjj, machined and polished all oyer; the teeth of tlio gears are inado from the solid blank's; all working studs, bolts, valves, and such like nartp are gronud by machinery to accnralo limit gauges; erosspins iu pistons aro of unusually large 'diameter, and aro -hardened and round; crank shaft and connecting rod bearing's are made of a special mixing of gun-metal, awl generally all the parts aro very highly finished. Tliokc enginos burn kerosene, and tho consumption is very small.Mews Dennistou and Co. state that the enginei command a ready sale. Mr It. Loehhead makes a. large display of the various goods in which he deal?. Foremost are theWerlheim.sowing machines —a household 'word amongst the. ladies. On these-up-to-date machines not only tho ordinary work is done, hut, thanks to endless appliances, evory chss of sowing and embroidering can be performed to tho greatest perfection, Here the visitor may soo one of the most remarkable productions in crewel work—or, better, art work. It is tho figure of an old minstrel, worked in silk. Tho whole, even the face, is worked by an ordinary Worthoim Family machine, and in detail leaves nothing to be desired. Another picture—a real work of art, done in silk, the shading and general execution of which are very good indeed—is an incident in the late Egyptian war. Two scouts aro "standing at bay," being, done to death by some of the Mahdi's followers. This is very realistic, and is well worth inspecting. Most people would think it impossible that such, work could bo done on a. sewing machine. The total value of these art exhibits is considerably over £203. Another sirong feature is' the endless number ol perambulator's and go-carts, which this firm manufacture! in infinite variety, and, although some of tho spectators disbelieved the fact that these exhibits were of 'colonial production, an assuranco is given that tho whole exhibit Was made at the firm's factory in Mornington.' One go-cart, mere than any other, was a beautiful little vehicle, worked in cane and wood-turnery, and painted in an exquisite art shade green, covered in Melton cloth, and having fine flexiblo springs. The cart is convertible for one or two children. Household objects, both useful and ornamental, are also io bo seen within the tent. Children are not forgotten, and a large display of toys and beautiful dolls will remind them that Chrislman is approaching.

An interesting exhibit is that shown by the Anchor Fence Company, and thoir representatives seem to be doing good business. Various' kinds of fencing for farms and private residences are shown, and also farm gates and hurdles with both iron and post frames. The gates are very light, and strong enough for. all purposes, and their simplicity of construction has frequently been commented on. The firm is also showing famines of a wood-preserving oil called Avenarius, which is claimed to render timber proof agairi'st dry rot. The exhibit is a commendable sample of local industry, nud in (he fences and gates simplicity and efficiency are combined with cheapness. Tho company's headquarters aro in Christchurch, and it is represented here by Messrs Murray, Eobsrts, and Co,

Messrs Ha'yward and Garrntt, of Stnart street, Dunedin, have an attractive exhibit of Union oil engines working in their ient. They arc also showing Edison phonographs, disc machines, baby_ jumpers, .bicycles, mechanical goods, sewing-machines, and a lot of smaller novelties. Among tho Union oil engines shown is one of three horsepower. Thoro are ' nearly MO of these engiues running in New Zealand. The leading features claimed for them are that they run for years without being cleaned, and aro also devoid of either smell or smoko when running. They arc claimed to bo the simplest and cheapest to run, and may be started at any time in,half a minute.

All exhibit .that attracted a good deal of attention is a contracting pen for use in dipping. The apparatus, known as tho Simplex contracting, sheep-dipping pen, is simply a hurdle across the pen mounted on castors and. sliding along round iron rods. Two rores stctch from the hurdle to a windlass on the outside- of Mm dipping trough. The sheep are driven in; through a gate in tho side of the pen, and when the pen is full the windlass is wound up and the snoop gentlv pushed forward and one by one forced into tho trough. The'work of dipping heavy ewes that have- been through a dip before is extremely arduous, and the sheep are frequently injured, therefore any device that promises to solve tho difficulty is likely to be welcomed by shoepfarmers, A. number of sheep wero put through the nen several times during the day, a«d although l , the absence! of any liquid in tho trough prevented an entirely exhaustive test, the exhibition created' a very favourable impression, Following is the' prize list:— CATTLE. SHORTHOBNS. Judge: Mr W. Hay (Timaru). Bull, tiiree years or over. Six entries—A. Chamberlain's Duke of Rothesay, by Blyt-he Dtiko VII, Ergot 11, 1; D. Murray's Koan Duke, 2; W. Nixon's Bcaulicu Duke, 3; Mitchell Bros., h c. Bull, two years old. Three entries—W. Nixon's Champion Duke 111, by Beaulieu Duke, Red Rose,. 1; Ford Bros'. Duke of Stirling, 2. Bull, yearling. Eight entries—G. Anderson's Count Lavender, by Sir Roderick—Beatrice, 1; D. Murray's Sir Lancelot, 2; D. Hurray, 3; J. and J7 Miller, h c. Cow, four years or over. Seven entries—A. Chamberlain's Tulip V, by Duke of Rothesay— Tulip IV, 1; G. Anderson's Diana, 3; D. Murray's Red Rose, 3. Heifer, three .years old. Three entries—Mitchell Bros.' Bonn Rose 11, by Russell's Florist V-Boso, 1; G. Anderson's Diana 11, 2; A. Chamberlain's Roan Pansy, 3. Heifer, two years old. Seven entrics-J. anil J. Miller's Rosamond, by Peer's Pride— Primrose 11, 1; D. Murray's Lady Rothesay, 2; IT. and J. Miller's Fanny V, 3; G. Anderson's Lucy, h c. Heifer, yearling. Seven entries—Mitchc" Bros.' Rowan 11, by Lord Rothesay—Rowan I. 1; D. Murray, 2; ,1. Gow, 3; J. and J. Miller, h c. Three cows or heifers. Five entries—G. Anderson, 1; 11. Murray, 2. Champion bull—A. Chamberlain's Duke of Rothesay. Champion cqw-A. Chamberlain's Tulip V. ■ Polled Akgus. . Judge: Mr A. Officer (Tkornbury). Bull, thrco years, or over. Two entriesMurray, Roberts's Misted, by Fairy King of Kirltbndgc—Milkinftid. of Glamis, 1; Murray, Kobcrts'-s Fashion Prince, 2. Bull, two years, old. Two entries—Murray, Roberts's Engineer, by llistrel—Alberta, 1; Castlerock Company's Voltaire, 2. Bull, yearling. Three entries -Murray, Roberts's First, by Mistrel—Eclypta 111, 1; Castlerock Company's Giles, 2; Murray, Roberts's Friar, 3. Cow, four years or over. Three entriesMurray, Roberts's Quetta. 111, by Lancer of Advie— Quetta., 1; Murray, Roberts's Merry Maiden IV,. 2; Murray, Roberts's Almond, 3. Heifer, three years. Two entries-Murray, Roberts's Diamond, by Abbot—Emily, 1; Murray, Roberts's Darling, 2. Hciter, two. years, Three entries—Castlerock i Company's Georgina, by Barnum—Gainly, 1; Murray, Roberts's Ethel, 2; Murrav, Roberts's Early, 3. Heifer, yearling. Thrco cntries-Castlerock Company's Vivacity, by Bamum—Verax, 1; Murray, Roberts's Flighty, 2; Murray, Roberts's Fairy, 3. Three cows or heifers. Two entries-Murray, Roberts, 1 and 2. Champion bull—Murray. Roberts's Mistrel. Champion ' cftw-ljlurrayl Roberts's Quetta

■ ■ '. Hebeeobds. Judge: Mr A. Officer (Thomburv), Bull, any age. Two entries-J. Holms's Master, by Dick Seddou-Leonora XII 1: J. Holms's Field Marsha), 2. Cow,', or heifer. Onb entry-J. Holms's DilWiiss of Devonshire, by George IV— Duohcss ,11, 1. ■ Aybsiiires. Judges; Messrs W. Rankin, Wallace, and J. Gault (Mataura). Bull, three years or ovor. One entry—T. Loo's (Allanton) Lord Kitchener, by Young President—Braidy, 1 and champion. Bull, two years. Three entries—P. Ireland's (Goodwood) Discovery, by Duke of YorkLiliah, 1; P. Ireland's King' Edward, 2; Seacliff Asylum's King Cotton, h c.

. REDCLIFFE CROWN BRAND GALVANISED CORRUGATED IROJf; cheapest and best—Hogg:andXo'.'(Limited))'agents, Lower Rattray street.^Advt,-: :

Bull, yearling. Seven entries — Soaclift Asylum's Dandy, by Germmdl's bull—Flirt, 1; Soaclift Asylum's Ada-son, 2; P. Ireland's (Goodwood) Scottish Chief, h. c' Cow, in milk, four years or oyer. Six entries—W. Cowan's (Oatnaru) Ada 1 and champion, W. Cowan's Princess Victoria- 2, Seacliff Asylum's Auricula li c.

Cow in milk, three years, Five entnes-W. Cowan's (Oamaru) Gem 1. P. Ireland's (Goodwood) Lily 2, Seacliff Asylum's Gipsy II 3, P. Ireland's Gay Lass 3. Cow in calf, three years or over. Three en-tries-W. Cowan's (Oamaru.) Norma 1, P. Ireland's (Goodwood) Steella. 2, Seacliff Asylum's Gipsv he. Heifer, three years. Seven entries—T. Lee's (Allanton) Caustic V, by Union Jack—Caustic IV, 1; Seacliff Asylum, Angel, 2; W. Cowan (Oamaru), 3; Seacliff Asylum. Roar.y II hc. Heifer, yearling. Nine entries—T. Lee Allanton), Jane V, by Youn« Prmiidcnt—Jane IV, 1; Seacliff Asylum, lielmore, 2; W. Cowan (Oamaru), !!. Best three cows or heifers. Four entries—W. Cowan (Oamaru) 1, P. Ireland (Goodwood) 2, Seacliff Asylum h <•, P. Ireland (Goodwood) c. Champion bull—T. Lee's Lord Kitchener. Champion cow or h?ifer—W. Cowan's Ada 11. Ar.nsp.xEis or Jerseys. Judge: Mr W. Biackia (Mosgiel). Bull, three years or over. Three entries—A. Qnertier (Mataiira), St. Heliier 11, by Young Ravensthorpe—La- Breuie, 1 and champion; T. Fleming (Invercar-ill), Ella's Exile, 2; M. Pryde, (St. Leonards) li c. Bull, two vcars. One entry—T. Fleming (Invcrcargill), Te Kooti, by Ella's Exile-Sunspot

Bull, yearling. One entry-T. Fleming (Invercargill), Maori King, by Ella's Exile. Cow, three vcars or over, in milk or in calf. Four onlrfcs-T. Fleming (Invereargill), Lady Magnet, by Magneto Boy—Katie, 1 and champion ; T. Fleming, Pansy 11, 2. Heifer, two yearn. Two entries—A. Qucrtier (Mr.taura), Fnure, by St. Holier—La- Jollie, 1; T. Fleming (Invercirgill), Papanui, 2. Heifer, yearling. Two entries—T. Fleming (Invercarnill), Daisy Magnet, by Ella's ExileMagnet, 1; A. Ouevtier (Maiaura), La Jollio 11,2. Champion bull—A. fluertier's Mataura. Champion cow or lieiier—T. Fleming's Lady Magnet. DAIItY Cattlb. Cow. in -milk or in calf. One entry—AY. Townley (Highcliff) 1. Fat Cattle, i Judge: Mr A. Douglas (Oamaru). Bullock, over three years. One entryWilson and Colder 1 and champion. Steer, three years. Two entries—Robert Charters (Mosgiel) 1 and 2. Steer. Iwo years. Two entries—Elliott Bros. (Dunedin) 1 and 2. Four bullocks, suitable for butcher's purposes, not to exceed SOOlb. Six entries—Robert Charters (Mosgiel) 1, Alexander Hastie (Dunedin) 2. Cow. over three j'crh. Two entries—James Ross (Shag Point) 1 arid 2. Pair of cows, any age. One entry—James Ross (Shag Point) I'aud 2. . Champion certificate for best animal—'Wilson and Calder. ' SHEEP. Merinos—Fine Combing. Judfee: Mr D. M'Farlane. Ram, above 30 months (open). Two entries— W. Telford .(Clifton Estate) 1. Ram, above 30 months. Three entries—Watson Shcnnan (Puketoi Station, Patcaroa) 1, 2, and champion. Kaui-, above IS and under 30 months. Three entries—Watson Shcnnan 1 and 2. Ram, under 18 months. Four entries—Watson Shcnnan 1 and 2. Two rani 3, under 18 months. Two entriesWatson Shennan 1, William Telford 2. Dry ewe, over IS months. Four entries— Watson Shcnnan 1, 2, and champion. Ewe, usder IS months. Three entries—Watson Shcnnan 1, W. Tcliord 2. Two ewes, under 33 months. One entry— W. Telford 1. Mkbisos—Strong Combing. Judge: Mr W. Ayson. Ram, above 30 months (open). Two entries— W. Teliord 1, 2, and champion. Ram, above IS and under 30 months (open). One entry—W. Telford. 1 aria c. Ram, above 30 months. Two entries—Watson Shcnnan 1 and 2. Ram, above IS and under 30 months. Two entries—Watson Shcnnan 1 and 2. Ram, -under 18 mnrf-hs. Throe entries— Watson Shennan 1, W. Telford 2 and 3. Two rams, under IS months. One entry— W. Telford I. Dry ewe, above 18 months. Pour entriesWatson Shcnnan 1, 2, and champion, W. Telford c. Ewe, under IS months. Three entries—Watson Shennau 1, W. Telford 2. Two ewes, under IS months. One entry— W. Telford 1. Eop.der Leicestehs Judge: Mr J. M'Crostie. Ram, abovo 30 months. One entry—Little Bros. (Ngapara) 1. Ram, above IS and under .10 months. One 1 entry—Littlo 13rc3. 1 and champion. Ram, under 18 months. Five entries—Little Bros. 1, 2, and 3. Two rams, under 18 months. Three Little Bros. I and 2, Watson Shennan 3. . ■ Ewe,. above IS months.. One entry—Littlo Bros. 1-and'champion. Ewe, under 18 months. Three entriesLittle Bros; 1 Kid 2, Watson Shennan 3. Two ewes, under 18 months. Two entries— Littlo Bros. 1, Watson Shennan 2. English: Leicesters. Judge: Mr F. C. Murray. Ram, above 30 months. Three entries—. Little Bros. 1 and champion, A. Murdoch (Riversdale) 2 and 3. Earn, above 18 and under 30 months. Two entries—A. .Murdoch 1 and 2. Ram, under IS months. Five entries—Littlo Bros. 1, A. Murdoch 2 and 3. Ewe, above IS months. Four entries—Little Bros. 1, 2, and champion, A. Murdoch 3. Ewe, under-18 months. Three entries—A. Murdoch 1 and 3, Little Bros. 2. Two ewea, abovo 18 months. One entry— A. Murdoch. 1. LurcotMS. Judge:"Mr J, B, Sutton, Ram, above 30 months. Two entries—New Zealand and Australian Land Company (Moeralii Estate) 1, 2, and champion. Ram, above 18 and under 30 months. One entry—New Zealand and Australian Land Company l.

Ram, under 18 months. Two entries—New Zealand and Australian Land Company 1 and 2. Two rams, under 18 months. One entryNew Zealand and Australian Land Company 1. Ewe, above 18 months. One entry—New Zealand and Australian Land Company 1 and champion. Ewe, under 18 months. Two entries—New Zealand and Australian Land Company 1 and 2. Two ewes, under 18 months. One entry—New Zealand and Australian Land Company 1. Romxey Marsh. Judge: Mr J. -Welsh. Ram, over 30 months. Thirteen entries— Jardes Fulton's trustees (Outran)) 1 and champion, Watson Shennan 2, Bcaley Bros. (Hororata) 3, Castlerock Company (Lurasdei) h c. Ram, above 18 and under 30 months. Nine entries—Bcaley Bros (Holdon Estate) I, Win. Telford 2, James Fulton's trustees 3. Ram, under IS months. Nine entries— Beaiey 8r03.1 and 2, William Telford 3. Two rams, under 18 months. Five entries— Bcaley Bros. 1 and 2, Watson Shennan 3. Ewe, above 18 months. Six- entries—James Fulton's trustees 1 and champion, William Telford 2 and 3. , Two owes, above 18 mouths. Two entries— J. and J Miller (Maungatua) 1, James Fulton's trustees 2. Ewe, under 18 months. Eight entries—Win. Telford 1, Castlerock Company 2, Beaiey Bros. 3. ' Two ewes, under IS months. Four entries—, William Telford 1 and 3, Watson Shennan 2. Best 10 Romuey ewes hoggets. Special prize of lOgs or trophy, offered by Messrs Dalgety and Co.. to be won twice. Two entries—W. Telford 1. SotrrirnowNS. Judge: Mr D. Murray. Ram, under 18 months. One entry—Beaiey Bra. 1. Ewe. under 18 months. One entry—Bcaley Bros. 1. ' Snaopsmivns. Judge: Mr D. Murray. Ram, above 18 months. Five entries—F, Bull (Waddington) 1 and champion, B. SethSniith (Ngnpara) 2 and 3. Ram, under 18 months. Three entries—B. Setli-Smith 1 and 2, H. Edwards (Ngapara) 3. Two rams, under 18 months. Two entries— B. Seth-Smith 1 a.nd 2. Ewe, above IS months. Five entries—B. Seth-Smith 1, 2, 3, and champion. Ewe, under IS months. Five entries—B. Seth-Smith 1 and 2, H. Edwards 3. Two ewes, uuder 18 months. Two entries— B. Seth-Smith 1 and 2. Cheviots. Judge: Mr D. Murray. Ram, above la months. One entry—Castlerock Comnany 1 and champion. Ram, under 18 months. Two entries—Castlerock Company 1 and 2. Ewe. under 18 months. Two entries—Castlerock Company 1 and 2. Inbred Halehheds. Judge: MrW. Ayson. Ram, above 18 months. Three entrics-Jas, Stringtollow (Chcrtsey) 1, 2, 3, and champion. Ram, under 18 months. Two entries—James Stringiellow 1 and 2. Fat Sheep. Judge: Mr A. Douglas. Five longwool or longwool crossbred wethers. Four entries—New Zealand and Australian Land Company (Tolara Estate) 1, John Tough (Milton) 2, James Ross (Shag Point) 3. The judge's comment was: " Four pens of the finest and best sheep ever exhibited at Tahuna, Park." Five wethers or maiden ewes. Two entriesJames Ross (Shag Point) 1 and 2. Five wethers or maiden ewes, under 18 monthi Four entries—New Zealand and Australian Land Company (Totara) 1 and 2. Five Down or crossbred Down wethers. Three entries—John Tough 1, New Zealand and Australian Land Company 2.. Five halfbred wethers. Four entries—James Slringfellow 1, James Ross 2. • Five fi. lambs, Down cross. Four entries— J. Heads (Mdlburn) 1, F. J. Wright (Wyllie's Crossing) 2. Five fat lambs, any breed or cross. One cnby-F.'J. Wright 1 ''". ,

PIGS. Judge: Mr T. Craig-(East Taieri), BEP.KS!miES. Boar, any age. , One*entry— Seacliff Asylum* 1. Boar, undor 12 months. One-entry-Seacliff ■■ Asylum I.' - Boar, under six months. Three entries— Seaclilf AsyliiniTl and'2, Sow, any age. Five entries—George Rhodes.1, Seaclilf Asylum 2. Sow, under 12 months. Three entries—Seacliff Asylum 1 and 2. Sow, under six months. Four entries—Seacliff Asylum 1 and 2. . Litter of pigs p! not less tha.it-six, to be-, shown with the mother. Four entries—A. Avery 1, Seacliff Asylum 2. Yorkshires. Boar, under 12 months. Two entries—Seacliff Asylum' 1, A. Avery 2. Boar, under six months. Two entries—Seacliff Asylum t and'2. Sow, any age, Two entries—A. ATery 1, Seacliff Asylum 2. Sow, under 12 months. Two entries—Seacliff Asylum 1 and 2. Sow, under six months. Two entries—Seacliff Asylum 1 and 2. Litter- of pigs, not less than six, to be shown witli the mother. One entry—Seacliff Asylum It TAMWOBTns. Boar, any age. Two entries—Seacliff Asylum 1, A. Avery 2. Boar, u'nwr 12 months, One entry—Seacliff Asylum 1. Bear, under nine, months. One entry—Seaclilf Asylum 1, Sow, any age. - Two entries—Seacliff Asylum 1, A. Avery 2. Sow, under six months. Two entries—Seacliff Asylum 1 and 2. Litter of pigs, not less than six, to be shown with the mother. One entry—Seacliff Asylum 1. Fat Pros. Pen of three porkers, under nine months. Two entries—A, Avery. 1, Seacliff Asylum 2. Bacon pig, any age or breed. Three entriesThomas Richards I,'Senclift Asylum 2.