NATIONAL DAIRY SHOW.

Rangitikei Advocate and Manawatu Argus, Volume XXXII, Issue 8843, 20 June 1907, Page 3

NATIONAL DAIRY SHOW.

Sefcond Day.'

Yesterday was the people's day. and it it safe to eay that the Show was attended with more interest by the country people ihan on any previous occasion. People poured into town from all quarters, and the majority proceeded to the Show grounds. Shortly after noon the aisles of the different halls were packed, and it was difficult to move about. The keenest interest was manifest in the hundreds of exhibits, and judging by the many expressions of opinion it can be safely said that in the majority of instances visitors were more than satisfied. The Agricultural Department officers had a busy day explaining the many pointa of interest in their display. The machinery hall found favour amongst all classes of visitors, who were never tired of watching the many attractions of | this vast collection. Dairy farmers crowded roUnd the milking machines in one of the sheds where they had an opportunity of seeing .them at T.ork. The Hon. ft. McNab, Minister of Lands, arrived at noon and was immediately called upon to deliver an address, which appears in another column. After lunch he received deputations and subsequently he was taken round the Show by the President and other members of the Committee.

An interesting item to-day will be the milk-testing competitions, for which there are an increased number of entries. Six testers will bo provided, so that competitors coming froiii 3 distance will have an opportunity of completing their work before having to return homo. LEAPING COMPETITIONS. The weather was very cold, and beside? feking a good deal off the pleasure off an afternoon's sport also interfered to a large extent with the jumping, and a good many of the horses, through standing about in tho cold, did not show anything like their usual form., Three spills tool: place, but the riders escaped injury. The leaping compet'tion for ponies was won by F, Lumsden's Tommy, A. Hill's Lady Sen-Sen being second, and C. Howe's "Waimahoe third. The Maiden Hunters' competition was carried off by A. Weston's King John, D. A. Bennett's Gaiety second, and J. W. Hook's Bluster third. POULTCY.

Ill" J; Bj Tomar, of Auckland, acted as judge. He stated that this duty was no light one, especially in, the Wyandotte classes, where the entries were very largo. Taken all round the birds were good antl well shown, ''also being clean. He was pleased with the accommodation proTided, and congratulated the stewards on general arrangements. The Langshans weie few in numbers, but of good quality. The Plymouth Rock hons were above the average. The Orpington black cock exhibited by Mrs Sowman was a good bird, both in type and colour. In the hen class, the winner was far ahead in size and type. The c'otekerols were not aistrong class, and the pullets were fair Of the Orpington buff cocks the winner was far ahead, having a sound tail and flights. The hen was also far in advancs of the others, having a sound, even colour. Tho same remarks applied to the winning cockerel, the bird being the only correct typo ill the clans. Tho others wero given to too liluch leg. The Wyandotte (golden) cock class was really good, the same remarks applying to the hens. The birds in the cockerel class were all good. The silver Wyandotte cock class was a fine exhibit, and tho winner being an old bird had evidently taken prizes at previous shows. Tho hens showed fine quality all through. There was not much outside the winner in the pullets. The white Wyaudottes were weak; in fact all the whites were, and showed too much ticking. The partridge cocks were good, but the hens on the average were not so strong. The winning cock stood out above the rest. Tho cockerels were a fine exhibit. The Minorca cock and hen were tho right type, but the cockerels were not strong, while pullets wero all good in class. Many of the Leghorn b".rds were badly shown. Some of tho brown hens wer,e a splendid size and of good colour. The winning brown cockerel had a nice tail carriage and good cokur. There were no special remarks regarding ducks, except that the most of tho birds wero fair. FAT STOCK. The judge, Mr Reside, of fat sheep said that the 2-tooths both ewes and wethers were good, also tho lambs, when considering the time of the year. There was a fair entry, and in several of the classes competition was very close. A few pens were not up to show form, but about those he wouli not pass any remarks. He was sura that his locality, Wairarapa, could not produce better results- He could see that most of the sheep were off grass, and it spoke very well for the quality of the feed. PIGS. There was not much competition, but the entries were good. Some were oil the heavy sido. FACTORY HAM S AND BACON. There were only four entries in this division, and Inglewood Factory secured the first honours. Deputations. Seveial representatives of the dairying industry embraced the opportunity of Mr MeNab's presence to wait npon him in connection with matters which affected the dairying industry. Mr Foreman pointed out that if the weekly Saturday half-holiday applied to dairy factories it was going to be a great detriment to the industry. He pointed out to the Minister that although factory hands had long\ hours during the busy season, they were treated with every liberality during the winter months. The next important matter was the question of how provision would be made for the future in regard to white pine for butter boxes. Mr Foreman pointed out that the time was not far distant when all the supply of white pine would bo exhausted unless the Government took the precaution to protect tho forest reserves which they now held. He stated that there was a supply suf- "■ ficient to last for several years and he strongly urged npon the Minister to take every precaution to have this protected. He also mentioned the valuable museum which was locked up in the Custom House Building in Wellington, and asked that this be located in a building worthy of such a fine collection. Mr McNab, in reply, said'that the same difficulty prevailed in the canning industry as in tho dairying regarding the half-holiday. He could fully comprehend the disadvantage and would give the matter every attention. Regarding white pine he said that it opened up a very large and important question of where the future supply is to be obtained. The great difficulty of native, bush was that it was so hard to preserve. He considered that the future would consist of planting suitable trees for the manufacture of butter boxes. Ho regretted the circumBtances in which the valuable museum was confined to the present room, but assured the deputation that it was only temporary until a more suitable place could be arranged by the Agricultural Department. The desired effect would probably be brought about in October or November. Flax. A deputation also waited on the Minister regarding some of tho regulations which did not meet with the flaxmillers' approval. Mr Seifert said that the new grading v regulations had been carefully considered by hi Association and by millers generally throughout the Colony, and they had arrived at the conclusion that a few regulations required to be altered. One particular item was the appointment of a chief fibre expert. If this were not done the time -would soon arrive when they would have uneven grades all over the Colony. Clause H, dealing with the charge for grading, could also do with a slight alteration, as -the existing regulations would come hard on the small millers. He was of opinion that the charge for grading should be made upon the weight. Another particular matter was that there was'some valuable literature dealing with the industry" and with a commission which if re-published would be of general ■ interest to all millers. He asked that this literature be brought into print again and circulated around. Mr Cohen said that clause 13 of the crrading regulations required amending ■ especially in regard to of musty or damaged hemp. The Department's regulations were inconsistent, in so much that they permitted the disposing Of musty wheat outside the colony, while on the other hand damaged hemp could not be sold outside. Unaer tbe present arrangement it was most unfair to the millers, as they would be forced to sell in the local market and it would naturally affect the prices and a restriction of trade would follow from . this prohibition. , ... Mr Greigg endorsed tho remarks of the other speakers, and said that they were not present to condemn tho Department. Clause 2, prohibiting the use of tow rones was not necessary, as for years tho ropes had been in use and had answered tne purpose very well. Now She Department la asking the miller to bind with pure fibre which is going to benefit tho buyer to a large extent at the other end. It ■ was the almost unanimous desire ot millers that not only should the grade: bo fixed on a tag on the outside of bales but the grader's maximum points also. I hey were inhope that after a time they would est into a system of Belling by points. ' in Auckland representative asked to care tow graded ©a tie

fibre. Clause 22 should ba altered to allow the chief grader to act as an arbitrator in the event of a dispute. He also asked that the Government should an experimental flax mill, as it wouM be of great assistance to any porson fast starting in. the industry. Mr McNab said that he was glad of, the opportunity to meet, the millers, and he had no hesitation in saying that the points referred to would be considered, and anything that was a detriment to the; millers would be amended. With regardto the chief grader being appointed/ ha I said Mr Pulton was on leave, but there : was no reason why a temporary man might not be appointed.- They were arranging for a conference of graders at Wellington at the end of the month and the matter would be definitely decided. Regarding condemned fibre, it was intended to amend the regulation. The' literature asked for would be published as desired"and tho other matters he would go into carefully and announce his decisir.n not later than July 1. Mr Wood thanked the Minister.

Smoke Concert

The National Dairy Conference was brought to a successful termination last night, when a smoke concert waa heid, at which there were about three hundred guests. Major Dunk ably filled all the qualifications of a genial and efficient chairman. Many interesting matters were touched upon in the course of the speeches, and..'the remarks that fell from the lips of the matured and experienced hands was invaluable and highly instructive to the younger members present. Dainty refreshments were provided, and

the intervals between the toasts were filled by vocal items; which were ably accompanied by Mr W. Yoilng, After the customary toast of the' King afld Queen had been honored, that of the " National Dairy Association" was proposed by Mr Cohen, who spoke in glowing terms of tho valuable work done by the Association. The toast was replied to by Mr J. W. Foreman president of the Association, and Mr Harkfieiis, secretary.

I Mr Foreman explained that the first conference of the Association was held ifl Palmerston in 1901, and the interest had grown in leaps and bounds to its present stage. jkr Harkness said the dairy industry was doing more for the people of the Colony than any other industry, through the vast distribution of money amongst those engaged in the industry. It was the dairying industry that had raised the land to its present price. Ho earnestly hoped that the day would never come when the land would be sold for a lower value. The people wio bear the heat and burden aro those in the dairying industry. " New Zealand Butter and Cheese Factory Association " was proposed by Mr J, T. Laing, who, in the course of his remarks, said that the dairy factory managers tcf a great extent made the Dairy Show, and too I much could not be said of their widespread interest in the welfare of the National Show. It bad been suggested to the speaker that some factory managers might be appointed to assist in the judging at the show, and further developments were expected in this direction.

"The N.Z Institute of Dairy Secretaries" was submitted by Mr J. Jarvis, who said that a secretary's position was not a bed of roses.

Messrs Templar and Ellison responded. Mr B?attie proposed the toast of " The Agricultural Department." He said that the Government should give all the financial assistance possible to the Department. He spoke in the highest praise of Mr Cuddie, the Dairy Commissioner, and all the other officers of the Department. In response, Mr Cuddie said that it was only a few years ago since the dairying was lookei upon as a side issue; now it has become the staple industry. In the early days the ladies were responsible for the butter making, and they acquitted themselves fairly well. The A. and P. Societies were responsible for the spirit of emulation amongst those engaged in the industry.

Mr Clifton considered that the lines to be ollowed in the colony were " mixed farming," ns it preserves the fertility of the soil.

Mr Kirk returned thanks to the officers of the Manawatu A. and P. Association for the courtesy extended to the Department's officers. If there was any matter in which his officers could assist any person in New Zealand they would only bo too pleased to do so. Some years ago he pointed out that the pastures of the Colony could stand a great deal of improvement, and an improvement was still necessary, as it was impossible to get the best results without good pasture. It was the Department's desire to investigate and try to bring about an improvement in pasture. Mr Keakes also replied.!

His Worship the Mayor, Mr Essex, ably proposed the toast of " The Judges," which was acknowledged by Professor Lowrie. He recommended tho increasing of the area of our forage crops, and making the best selection of varieties.

Mr Tonar said it was regrettable to see two poultry shows run at the same timo in Palmerston, as such a course did not tend to improve the industry.

Mr Dunk, in proposing the toast of " Machinery Exhibitors," returned the Association's thanks for the excellent display. Several of the machinery exhibitors suitably replied. Mr Hoben proposed the Dairy Industry, and dealt with matters of mutual advantage to dairymen. Mr Nicholson in reply said that Manawatu far surpassed Dunedin in their exhibit of dairy utensils. The grass he had seen on the journey up from Wellington would gladden the hearts of farmers in Dunedin in the summer time, without even venturing to mention the winter months. He advocated cleanliness in every department of dairying. He knew that it was a great difficulty for the poor people to put up proper sheds, and ho believed that the time would soon arrive when Government would assist in this direction by advancing money to be paid back in say twenty years. Mr J. 0. Scott also referred to the toast.

Mr J. T. Laing proposed tho toast of the " Poultry Industry." Mr J. M. Johnston in proposing tho toast of " Tho Visitors " coupled with it the names of Mr W. C. Buchanan, Waira rapa A. and P. Association; Mr H. D. Fulton, Otago; and Mr Valentine, representing a London firm in connection with the butter trade. The compliment of the evening fell to Mr Clifton to propose the toast of Mr J. C. Lane, Secretary of the Association, whom Mr Clifton termed as the man behind all; one whose unassuming nature and courteous manner made him a general favorite with all who were fortunate to have dealings with him. His ability and attention to the management of the Association was mainly responsible for its success. The toast of tho Press was responded to by representatives presen t. Other toasts honoured were, " The Chairman " and " Tho Accompanist." Prize List. POULTRY. Langshans, hen: P Holland 1; cockerel: F Holland 1 and special; pullet: Holland 1 and special. Plymouth Bocks, cock : Mrs W A Sowman 1 and special; S It Lancaster 2, L Willis 3 ; hen: Miss J Cook 1 and 2, Mrs Sowman 3; cockerel: Mrs Sowman 1, W McKenzie 2 and 3 ; pullet: Mrs Sowman 1 and 2, Miss Cook 3; white pullet i P M Brown 2

Orpington, black, s c cock : Mrs Sowman 1 and special, J Callesen 2, G B Hutchison 3; black s c hen : G R Hutchison I and special; Mrs Sowman 1 and 2; black s c cockerel: Mrs Sowman 1, G B Hutchison 2 and 3; black s c pullet: J Jarvis 1, G Hutchison 2, Mrs Sowman 3 ; buff s c cock: G Hutchison 1, T J Nicholls 2, P W Brown 3; buffs c hen: G R Hutchison 1, 2 and special, D J Lovelock 3; buff s o cockerel: G B Hutchison 1 and special, D J Lovelock 2 and 3; buff s c pullet: G B Hutchison 1 and 2, D J. Lovelock 3

Wyandotte, golden, cock : G B Hutchison 1 and special, D J Loyelock 2, F Bradley 3 ; golden hen, G B Hutchison 1, 3 and special, W J Lovelock 2; golden cockerel: Baigent andßettsl, Hutchison 2 and 3, golden pullet: Hutchison 1 and 3, Baigent and Betts 2; silver cock: J D Iremonger 1 and special, G B Hutchison 2, Baigent and Betts 2 ; silver hen : G B Hutchison 1 and 2 S W Luxford 3; silver cockerel: Mrs Sowman 1, W Bitchings 2 and 3 ; silver pullet: J Jarvis 1, J S Mead 2, Baigent 'and Betts 3: white cock: G Worsfold 1; white hen: F Bradley 1, E Callanan 2; white cockerel: F Bradley 1 and special, S M Luxford 2 ; white pullet: G Worsfold 1 and SDecial, P Bradley 2 and 3; partridga cock: J Jarvis 1 and special, Gll Hutchison 2, Mrs E J Manttan 3 ; partudge hen : G B Hutchison 1,2 and special, J Jarvis 3 ; partridge cockerel: J Jarvis 1 and 2, G B Hutchison 3 ; partridge pullet: J Jarvis 1, G B Hutchison 2 and 3 Minorca, black, ccck: Mrs E J Manttan 1 and special; black, hen: Mrs E J Manttan 1,2 and special; black, cockerel: J H Johnston 1, Mrs E J Manttan 2 and 3; black, pullet: Mrs Manttan 1,2 and 3 Leghorns, white, cock: G King 1 and special; white, hen: A H Holland land special, G B Attwood 2 and 3; white, cockerel; A W Holland 1, G King 2, G N Ellison 3 ; white, pullet: A H Holland 1, Glt Attwood 2, B T Bush 3 ; brown, hen : Miss M Anderson 1 and special, J D Iremonger 2 and 3; brown, cockerel: Miss M Anderson 1 and special, A E Holland 2, W C Howan 3; brown, pullet: Miss M Anderson 1, A E Holland 2, A H Hall 3 DUCKS. Aylesbury, over 12 months, drake: L Wallis 1; o'ver 12 months," duck :D J Lovelock 1, L Wallis 2; under 12 months, drake: D J Lovelock 1 and special; under 12 month*, duck: 1) J Lovelock 1 and speoial l'ekin, under 12 months, drake: T Devonshire, I and special ; duck: Q A Elliaoa 1 (tod %, T Povonßhjxe 3

1 Indian Kunnera, over 12 months, drake .■ P W Brown 1 and special,. E Callanan st r E H Jarvfe" 3; duck: T Devonshire 1 and special, P W Browne 2. Indian Eunnevs, unier 12 months, drake; S McNab 1, H J Lancaster 2. T Devonshire 3 j duek: P W Brown 1, E H Jftryis 2, H J Lancluster 3 Eouen, drake : Miss J Cook 1 ;1 duck: Miss J Cook 1 and special, ;&lso all other prizes in the Eouen classes, except E 0 Jarrett let in ducks ander 12 months FAT SHEEP", Wethers, Down or Down cross, any age; 0 T Keeble 1 and 3, W DH Beetham 2 s ewes; S E Lancaster l,~Xr T Keeble 2 and 3 Longwool wethers, any age: C T Keeble 1 and 2, F S-Moßae 3: ewes.- C T Keeble 1 ,C Collia and Sons 2, F S McEae 3 i- - ■&**% Dawn or Down cross wethers, under 24 months 'Collis and Sons 1, F E Wilkinson 2, F S McEae* 3 ; ewes: Collia and Sons 1 and 2, S K Lancaster 3 Longwool wethers, under 24 morths i C T Keeble 1 and 2, F S McEae 3 i ewes j F S McEae 1 2 and 3 Hoggets, Down or Down cross, wethers or ewes, or wethers and ewes, under 12 months j 8 E Lancaster 1, F S McEae 2, H F Arkwright 3 ; longwool: F S McEae 1,2, and 3 Pet lamb, reared by children: Miss Alma- Collis 1, Miss Ward 2, D Collis 3 riSfiEZING CLASS. 5 Longwool wethers: H F Arkwright 1, Keiller Bros 2, W and H Beetham 3 5 Down or Down cross wethers; under 24 months: W and H Beetham 1 and 2, C T Keeble 3 FAT PIGS. Fat porkers, estimated weight not to exceed SOlbs: A Richards 1, E White 2 Baconers, estimated weight not to exceed 1501 b : E White 1, M Norris 2, A EichFat pig i E White 1 and 2, F Mason 3