AN ANIMATED SCENE

Pahiatua Herald, Volume XXXVII, Issue 11069, 16 February 1929, Page 5

AN ANIMATED SCENE

THE SHOWGROUND THRONGED. With some people, shows are invariably considered a rather dull form of entertainment, but whatever e.se may lie said of it- yesterday’s show could not be termed dull. The scene was one of the greatest animation. The ever-moving throng presented a colourful spectacle as patrons made their way from one point of interest To” another. The sheep and cattle pens were the mecca of the farmer and his son. even the wife and JJSughter, and m the splendid stock msplav they found plenty to hold the r attention. Next came the trade exhibits and th© motor cars, as usual. came in for detailed inspection. The ring events have lost little in popularity. and the competitions were watched with the keenest interest. More side-shows than ever before were crowded one beside the other, each man vicing with his neighbour to induce a gullible public to “stop, look, and listen.” Foi thos e seeking a quieter diversion. there was always beautiful Carnival Park close by looking with its wonderful native verdure, clean kept gardens and shady paths, a perfect picture. Many picnic parties spent a restful hour in this lovely spot. Not- a single hitch marred the arrangements for the gathering and to the remarkable organising ability of the secretary (Mr J. A. Walsh), this state of affairs is unquestionably due. In the office lie was greatly assisted by Miss Eileen Burt, and fulfilling tiie various tasks allotted was a willing band otf officials working cheerfully and energetically under the watchful eye of the president (Mr T. C. Cornford). That the show passed off so pleasantly and with such spontaneity is in no small measure due to the untiring efforts of these gentlemen. Visitors of special note included (lie Hon. E. A. Ransom, Minister of Public Works, Mr G. R. Sykes, M.P. (Maste rton >. and Air McNeil, business manager of the New Zealand Railways. all of whom expressed themselves as delighted with the excellence of the Show. The Minister of Agriculture (Hon. G. W. Forbes) was unable to be present, as also was Mr R. Semple, M. P-. Wellington, who was to have been a visitor to the district. The grand parade, h* Id shortly a/ter 2.30 p.m.. served but to emphasise the outstanding quality of the stock exhibits, and the high standard attained by farmers of this and neighbouring districts. The Municipal Brass Band took up its position on the lawn before the grand stand, and contributed a very pleasing programme of music under the capable coneTuctorship of Air Chester M. Burt. The publican’s booth was conducted by Mr F. G. Bourke. The luncheon .- nd afternoon tea was controlled hv Mrs J. T. Kotloxvski. and Mrs G. H. -Tones was in charge of the confectionery stall.