STRATFORD A. AND P. ASSOCIATION.

Taranaki Daily News, 30 November 1916, Page 8

STRATFORD A. AND P. ASSOCIATION.

SIXTH ANNUAL SHOW. JtIST OF OFFICIALS, . President: E. Jackson, Esq. Vice-pre-•ldentß: J. B. Hine, Esq, W. A. McCutchan, Esq., W. Hathaway, Esq., J. W. Boon, Esq. Hon. Treasurer: R. Masters, Esq. Auditor: J. H. Thompson, Esq. ■Hon, Vet, Surgeon: E. Mason, Esq. Executive Committee: E. Jackson (chair), It Single, C. Jackson, J M. Shotter, A .C. Bell, W. S. Cato, F. Styles, T.-Ran-ford, E. McK. Morison, W. J. Lopdell, B. Masters. General Committee: G. S. Ferguson, T. Perry, T. Walker, G. Smart, _S. M. Porritt, A. David, R. J. Peterson, D. J. Malone, D. Watkin W. H. Robinson, J. B. Richards, J. G. Faulder, M. A. Spilman, W. B. Fearon, W. H. Were, J. .B. Clemow, W Pettigrew, W. H. Rutledge, B. Orr, W. H. Hamblyn. M. J. .Kendrick, H. M. Good, H. N. Silk, T. 1 B. B. Fletcher, A. Stewart, J. Linn, .1. . Corbett, W. Rirkwood, E. Marfell, T. Stewart, F. Sehumaker, A. Huggett, E. Keileher, E. Walters, W. T. Bayly, E. H. ' Secretary: A. D, Stanley,

THE JUDGES. Parses —Light Thoroughbred and Harness: C. M. C. McGregor, Wangamu; H. Cameron, Fordell. Draughts: W. Gibson, Feilding. Cattle—Jersey: W. J. Hall, Thames Val- £ ley. Holstein: S. Hodge. Auckland. • Ajrcshire: J. Parlane, ChristchurchJ Milldug Shorthorns: E. Law, Shannon, Eat Cattle: C. J. Hawken, Hawera. £heep—Fat: C. J. Hawken, Hawera. Pure-bred: S. R. Skivington, Fordell. Pigs—R. Charnley, Woodville. Dogs—Percy Smith, Wellington. •' pome Industries—W. Dustin, Wanganui Art Section—Miss Simson, New Plymouth. Pne-day Test—X. Fulton, New Plymouth.

A stranger coining to Taranaki might ' veil be pardoned for expressing surprise \ at the province possessing three agricultural shdws. But this is the case. To- • day's function marks the sixth show of ■ Stratford Association, and it also demon- • strateg the wonderful strides it has made • i-in popularity. The executive has been • actively engaged in furthering the inter ' ests of the farming community by thesj • shows, and as the years go by the value ' of the work will become more apparent. • The present president, Mr. E. Jackson, • > has been an active worker since the As sociation started, and he has .twice enjoyed tie privilege (and work) of pre- > sident and also served two seasons as ■ secretary. Messrs. B. Dingle and B. 5 Masters (past presidents) are also still , actively engaged in'keeping interest go- • ing. The present secretary, Mr. A. D. ~ Stanley, is now well up in all details, ' > this being his second year in the posi- . tion. That the officials have worked

iard in persuading farmers to help them- • «elves by exhibiting their cattle, horses, . (etc., is shown by the 'bulkf catalogue . containing a complete list of .entries. [Stock has been freely entered, and bust- • men people, recognising the value of a ishow to the district, have willingly lent '■ iwhat assistance they could to make the , strong in membership. The > i'fine grounds give every opportunity to ..show stock and other exhibits to the nrf— ■'loo. The area, some 40 ■ , Winie for many years to come, ■ to the town, is valuable ■ buildings are all new, •veil looked after. To i of where does all the to answered briefly in > €SOO alone, whilst the grounds, wages, and ■ - 'onnt to a considerable ..i,-inly spent in the dis-

•TV '•« nl * B ' as re P resen^e^ ; n .. ... ..!'.:on ring showed that v ery little affected by the coaiiuuoiH rain. They were invari- •' ably shown 111 the best of condition, and much admired by true lovers of the pedigree stock. Naturally the cow predominated in the watter of numbers, and the several types of leading milking strains ■were closely scrutinised by tin; critical. ■Horses were also shown in great numbers. The competition ring was surround*ed by an eager crowd of enthusiasts who generally agreed with the judge's verdicts J%he entry of dogs was also satisfactory. ' j and competition in several classes was (keen. Sheep were not very numerous ' trat some fine animals from flocks owned !jjy Messrs W. B. Grant, New Plymouth, jand J. McL. Blair, Hawera, were on the 'grounds. Home industries, as expected, ifwerp a popular feature of the show, and Ithe judge's placing in these classes was 'too light task. The cow-teating by boys fa a feature that should have good rekitdte, the farmers of the future taking treat interest, ill their work, and showing discernment that betokened comj mendable knowledge of the good and bat '^points.in cattle. Side-shows greatly en- ■ livened proceedipgs and made the aftcr- ! noon pass pleasantly with all. The at{tendance was very satisfactory, and arjiangements -for keeping judging up ti itime very complete. \,- The attendance of the public was very igood and up to last year's total. The j boys' competition proved a very attractive addition to the programme. The | stewards of each department stuck closej]y to their duties, the Press being 'greatly indebted to Mr. B. Masters i (Press steward) for his unremitting attention. The exhibits of farm imjplements, milking machines, motor cars, letc., were well up to past years, and af--1 forded farmers every opportunity of seeling the latejt and best in these lines. (The weather, on the whole, was very good, only a couple of light showers falling. The plantation trees are now of sufficient height to afford an excellent ibreak-wind, and with clear sky the aftertoon passed very pleasantly. To-day is People's Day, and a record (attendance should be secured. The com(petition amongst horses and ponies promises to be particularly keen, whilst the cattle "expert", will have ample time to pass judgment on the work of the judges ■ as, .excepting horses, the judging was practically completed the first (Viy. President E. Jackson, with his committee, and secretary, are to be complimented on the successful opening of the 1910 . ture, and there is every reason lo be]j P a mat the Association's Show this , meet, will prove, financially and otherwise, quitß np to the 1015 standard.

THE DAIRY CATTLE. The disnlay of dairy cattle was undoubtedly "commensurate with the ira-jJoi-mnea of the industry to the district, o. which Stratford is a centre. Every fcrr-d wa» Very strongly represented, a (special feature being the strong showing in the snide or crossbred section. The 4t|t|Ses> .tspecially in the Jersey, crossbred lections, had a particularly tunic in cr their awards,

and it was late in the afternoon when they finished. In Ayrshires the competition was not so keen, but some fine animals were exhibited. In females, Olson Bros. (Egmont Village) had a great win, scoring first in every section, besides securing champion and two sec onds. They also scored first in the yearling bull class. W. Hall had a fine innings in the bulls, obtaining first and champion with Little Jim, and two other firsts and a second.

Jerseys were a very strong class. The judge (Mr. \V. J. Hall, of Thames Valley) stated that lie had expected to see a great lot of Jerseys in Taranaki, nor was he disappointed. He considered that on the whole they were a very good lot, particularly the aged cows, yearling heifers, and yearling bulls. Some comment was made on the fact that the judge reversed his Palmerston decision in placing C. Goodson's Mercedes Noble Lady first in the yearlings, and the same owner's Bell Bird fourth, whereas at Palmerston the latter was first and the former third. The judge explained that Bell Bird had in the interim grown plainer, while-the other animal had improved The prize-winning yearling bulls were both fine animals, but he considered Mountain View Gold the more stylish and better constitutioned. W. V. Harkness' Rozel's Sultan secured the championship, and C. W. Kcube's Protection of Meadow Bank the reserve, In the cows, O'Donnell's Bilberry V added to her laurels, the same owner's Perfection securing reserve.. . The Holsteins saw well-known breeders in A., J. Galliclian and W. I. Lovelock (Palmerston North) competing against Taranaki's best. Local owners new to the Stratford ring were Messrs Clifford Bros. (Lepperton) and W. James (Bell Block). Johnson's King Rose de Ivol, and A. J. Gallichan's Holland Queen's Son, repeated their Ha vera performances by securing champion and re serve; whilst W. James secured tli" championship with his cow Segis Galatea. His Hawtra champion, Nazle Fayr.e Segis, only secured third in her class, being defeated by A. J. Gallichan's Diamond Imported, .which secured reserve, and Clifford Bros.' Long Beach Michaelmas Daisy. In the grades there were some great dairy animals, but a few were very plain. Taken all through, they were a fine lot. Fat cattle were few in number, but of good quality.

PIGS. The- competition in pigs was not as keen as was to be expected, considering the importance that animal is assuming as a side line to dairying, but some splendid ape.-iments were shown (nil grown in the district), and it is pleasing to note some new exhibitors in this section. It is a pity that tlie Stratford public were not given an opportunity of seeing the Porirua Mental Hospital's magnificent specimens, which, with Waikato and Hawkc's Bay pigs, were shown at Hawera last week.

JUVENILE JUDGING. Considerable interest was evinced in the competition which the Association inaugurated for the judging of Jerseys by schoolboys, and so successful did this prove that it is certain to be introduced as a 'feature of future shows, when it will be extended to other breeds. No less than 25 lads, embracing practically the whole of Taranaki from as far apart as Xgaere, Urenui, and Eahotu, had entered, and their methods of adjudication were closely followed by a large crowd of keen cattle judges. The lads had to judge three cows on points, and three cards were given for remarks. The boys went about their business with a thorough attention to detail, and showed that they had a good knowledge of where to look for the points. The result of the competition was not available, as the judge (Mr. E. Griffiths) has the onerous task of going through 75 separate cards before he can disclose the winner.

THE PRIZE-LIST JERSEYS. Bull, calved pricr to JaTj, 1013: VP. V. Harkness' (Tariki) Rozel Sultan, by Sire of Oakland— Rozel's Maid 3rd, 1 and champion; Ranford Bros.' (Stratford) Nestor of Willowbank, by K.C.I;. -Michaelmas Daisy, 2; W. 11. Paynter's (Stratford) Resolution, by K.C.B.—Up-to-date, 3. Bull, calved since July, 191-4: C. W. Keube's (Wcstcv.n) Protection of -Meadow Brown, by Lord Twylisli—Victoria Suc-cess, 1 and reserve; L. P. Rogers' (Stratford) Tieta Storm, 2; Estate of late H. B. Curtis' Miro Meadow Star, C.

Bull, calved since July, 1915 F. 11okins' (Matapu) Mountain View Gold, by Lord Twylisli—Sultan's Clematis, 1; John Nicholson's (Hawera) Holy Bank Squire, 2; P. J. Petersen's (Midliirst) lvondale Beaconsueld, 3. Bull and two of his progeny: W. V. Harkness' Rozel's Sultan, Rozel's May Day and Sweet Choice, 1. Cow, calved prior to July, 1912: A. J. O'Donuell's (Inaha) Gould's Bilberry V 7., by K.C.B.—Bilberry IV., I; W. Pollock's (Stratford) Belvedere Bilberry, by M.L.C. —Bilberry V., "2; ,J. Nicholson's (Hawera) Lady Binnie, 3; P. J. Petersen's (Midliirst) Belvedere Beauty, v.1i.c.,; J, D. Healy's (Stratford) Grannie's Merry Molina, li.c. Heifer, calved since July, 1913: A. J. O'Donnell'g Perfection, by Belvedere Sun Prince—Genoa Daisy, 1; \Y. V. darkness' (Tariki) Rozel's Sweet Choice, 2; A. A. Ward's (Miro) Miro Meadows Bluebell, 3. Heifer, calved since July, 1914: Ranford Bros.' (Stratford) Rozelle of Willowbank, by Sunflower Perseus—Lassie's Duchess, 1; A. A. Ward's Miss Meadows Queen,. 2; J. M. Shotter's (Midliirst) Glenlivet's SilveT Poppy, ". Heifer, calved since July, 1915: C. Goodson's (Hawera) Mercedes Noble Lady, by K.C.B.—Mercedes Noble Queen, 1, and Bell Bird, v.h.e.: I'. J. Petersen's (Midhirst) Ivondale's Carnation, 2; H. C. Sampson's (Hillsborough) Mountain View Flora, ".

Pen of two heifers, over 15 months end under 2 1 /o years: Ranford Bros.' Lady Malaprcp aad Rozells of Willowbank, 1. Two pedigree cow# or heifers, In milk: A. and J. O'Doimcifi'' Gould'?, Bilberry V. and PerUctioii, 1; V 7. V. Harkness' Bozel's Mt.y Day a-sd Bezel's Sweet Choice, 2; -P. I'«eKen'« Carnation Queen and Lady Denbigh, Pen of two he'.fcrs, under IS rxi.iiiiis: C. Goodson's Bellbird lend Mercedes Noble Lady, 1; I*. J- Peterier.'? exhibit, 2. GRADE JERSEYS. 'Pen of two letters, ca'.ved slics July, 191-3: P. J. Petersen's Buitercap and Daisy, 1; E. J. Kirkwood's I'eath and Cherry, -; W. Swann (Stratford), 3, Heifer, calved sine a Ju'ly, 1!)15: P. ,T. Petersen's Buttercup, I; A. l>- Walker's (Xgaere) Kathleen, i-._ Arnold iiwoEr

AYRSHIRES, Bull, calved prior to Jnl.v, 1913: W. Hall's (Lepperton) Little Jim, by Young Bruce—Bessie, 1; T. E. Coleman's (Ngaere) White King of Ora, by White King of Tnglcwood—'irilby of Ora, 2. Bull, calved silica July 1, 11114: W. Hall's (Lepperton) Pride of Edcndale, by Little Jim—Sweet Lady, 1. Bull, calved since July 1, 1915: Olson Bros.' Bonnie Dundee, by Bonny Boy— Florrie, 1; W. Hall's Czar of Edendale, 2; N. A. Brown's (Xgfterc), by White Rock of Ora, 3 and v.h.c. Bull and two of hi 3 progeny: W. Hall's Little Jim and progeny. Cow, calved prior to July, 1.012: Olson Bros.* (Egmont Village) Louie of Ilaydowns, by Victory—Lulu 11., 1, and Kate of Woodlands, 2. lleifer, calved since July, 1013: Olson Bros.' Lilac of Woodlands, by Balmoral of Gowan Bank —Louie of Haydowns, 1. Tleil'er, calved since July, 1!)1 : 4: Olson Bros.' Jessamine, by Baron—Jessamine, 1; W. Hali's (Lepperton) Primrose 11., 2; W r . Taylor's (Stratford) Bonnie Lass, 3.

Heifer, calved since July, 1015} Olson Bros.' Jessie of Fairview, 1, and Topsy of Woodlands, '2: T. E. Coleman's Xgaere), by Xetherton HcTaggart— Beauty of Ora, 3; N. A. Brown'.i (Xgaere) entry, v.h.c.; W. Hall's (Le ; >- peitsn) Vanity 11., h.e. Pen of two heifers: Ohou BrSV Jessie of Fairview and Topsv of Woodlands, 1; W. Hali's Vanity 11. and Vicla 11., 2.

GRADE AYRSHIRES, Pen of two 'heifers, calved since July, 1915: T. E. Coleman's Xgaere), 1. Heifer, calved since July, 1915: T. E. Coleman, 1 and 3; B. J. Meßeth (Lepperton), 2. PEDIGREE HOLSTEIN3. - Bill!, calved prior to July, 1313: H. E. Johnson's (Tokaoral King Rose de Kol, by King Favne Segis 2nd—Morning Rose, 1; A. J. Gallichan's ('Palmerston XorthJ Holland Queen's Son, by King Segis Wild Homestead—Holland Queen, I; W. I. Lovelock's (Palmerston. Nort)i) Friesland Korndyke Segis, 3. Bull, calved since July, 1914: W. I. Lovelock's Dominofs Belted King, by King of Dominoes—Longbeach VI., 1; R. M. Glcnny's (Manaia) Aslilea Knight, 2; Burgham and Metcalfe's (Toko) King Alcartra Bounty, 3. Bull, calved sir.ee Jul}-, 1915: A. J. Gallichan's (Palmerston Xorth) entry, 1; J. W. Gardiner's King Segis Diamond, 2i; W. I. Lovelock's Count Segis Van Lee, 3.

Bull and two of his progeny: J. W. Gardiner, 1; 11. Johnson'.? Cliffside Manor de Kol, 2. Cow, calved prior to July, 1912: A. f. GaUichan's (Palmerston North) Diamond Imported, by rdinglassie—Diamond of Coolangatta, 1; Clifford 3ros.' (Lepperton) Longbeach, by Michaelmas Daisy, 2; William James' (New Plymouth) Ntzlc Fayne Segis, 3.

Heifer, calved since Jul v. 1913: Y7. Tamos' Segis Galatea, 1; "h. J. Gallichan's Lakeside Canary I;u!i, 2; W. I. Lovelock's (Palmerston North) Friesland L'ark Colantha Cadilac, 3. Heifer, calved since .July, 10U: A. J GaUichan's Lakeside Gem, by Canary 'P&nl Forbes Oak—Gem Homestead, 1: \X. Gardiner's (Lowgajrth) Nancy Lee oi Friesland Park, 2; 11. Johnson's (Stratford) Lady Bountiful, 3. Heifer, calved since July, 1015: W. vaardiner's Lakeside Beauty Canary, by Canary Forbes Paul Oak—Oak wood Beauty, 1; W. J. Bradford's (Auroa) Bonnie Lass of Auroa, 2; J. \7. 'Garnitier's Lakeside Hazel Queen, 3. Pen of two heifers, over IS months and under 2 1 /. years: H. Johnson's Lady Bountiful and Doir.iie Belle Alcartra, 1. Pen of two heifers, under 18 months-. J. \V. Gardiner's Lakeside Beauty Canary and Lakeside Bazel Queen, 1; W. J. Bradofrd's Bonnie Lassie and Bonnie Maid oi Auroa, 2; J. W. Gardiner, 3. GKADE HOLSTEINS.

Heifer or cow, in mil!: ,calved s.nce •Tuly, 1912, by pedigree Holstein bull; \V. James' Maggie, 1; il. Johnson's Glenmore Princess 11., 2; J. Davis (Stratford), 3. 'Pen of two heifers, calved sines Julv, 1915: H. Johnson (Stratford), 1. Heifer, calved sines July, 1915: H. Johnson, 1 and 2. GRADE AND CROSSBRED SECTION (For Dairy Purpose.) Cow, under 4 years/ visibly la mi'k. "P. E. Cressy's (Hawera) Dairymaid, 1; Thomas Orr's (Ngaere) Golden Qaeez, 2; W. Swann's (Stratford) Vistnlis. 3. Heifer, calved since July, 1913: W. Sivanii'ii Topsy, 1; H. Masters' Spot, 2; Thomas Orr's Golden Queen, 3. Heifer, calved since July, '!) 1 v (lo L'e milked): D. .Skoglund's .(Stratford) Bettv, I; iH. 11. Martin's (Midhirst) Dolly, 2. Heifer, calved since July, 1914: J. Thomas' (Ngaere) exhibit, 1; A. D. Walker's (Ngaere) Kathleen, 2; W. A, Dingle's (Stratford) Myrtle, 3. Two heifers, calved since July, 19"4: Murray Bros. (Midliirst) entry, I; M. T. Phillips' (Stratford) entry, 2. Juvenile Class.—Best yearling grade heifer; Clive Shotter's (Midliirst) entry, I; W. Orr's (Kgaere) entry, 2; Miss Jean Jackson's Mary, 3.

Yearling heifer: P. J. Petersen's Buttercup, 1; A. D. Walker's Kathleen, 2. E. J. Kirkwood's Peach, 3. Three heifers, calved since Jc>, l&lfi: Crr Bros.' (Ngaere) entry, 1; Thomas Orr's (Ngaere) entry, 2; H. Johnson's (Stratford) entry, 3; W, H. Rutledge's (Midhirst) entry, v.li.c. Three heifers, calved August, 1918: Arnold liaspar's (Midhirst) entry, 1; E. J. Kirkwood's Peach, Cherry, ar.d Plum, 2; J. Thomas' (Ngaere) entry, 3; W. A. Dingle's (Stratford) entry, v.h.e.

Best three cow.-:, in milk, judged ou dairy points, owued by exhibitor: Yv. James' Nazlc Fayne Segis, Segis Galatea, ar.d Maggie, 1; A. Kaspav's entry, 2; H. Johnson's entry, 3. A protest has been lodged against the v,'inner, and was to be decided last nigi.'i

FAT CATTLE Pen iTf two steer.?, under 4 years: E, Mavfell Tojio), 1. Two bullocks, suitable :or freezing: E. llarieil, 1 and % Cov.', calved prior tc July, 1911: G, i;. liobbs (l'nglewood), 1. fleifer, calved since July, 1912: G. S Hobb:, 1,

PIGi. BERKSHIRE. , Bosr, over 1 year: W. P. Butlelge (Mii'hirst), 1 and champion; Mrs. Gi'.K/Pi- (Stratford), 2. So-,,-, over 1 year 1 . W. B. P.utledge, 1; J. Pattins"". (Stvatfo.-.lt. 2. '

Sow, under 1 year: J. Pattinson, 1; Mrs. Gilliver, 2. Boar, under G months: J. Pattinson, 1. Sov/, under (1 months: Stewart and Landsperg (Xormanby), 1 and champion. AXY OTHER VARIETY. 'Pig, between GO and 108 lbs., to be judged in condition: W. H. Rutledge, 1; J. Pattinson, 2. Two best baconers, any breed: W. H. Rutledge, 1 and 2.

HORSES. The competition amongst horses v.as particularly keen. Included among the new exhibitors were Messrs. J. S. Barrow (Te Roti) and X. A. Brawn (Xgaere) in the draught classes. Mr. T. P«rry (Mangatoki) had a liberal entry in several competitions, and secured many first honors. His mp.res Belle and Lady Glasgow secured champion and first reserve, DRAUGHTS. Mare, with foal: A. S. Kendrick, Tariki, 1; A. Fraser, Ratopiko, 2. Best foal, August 1, 1910: A. S. Kenrick I.

Dry mare: T. Perry, Mangatoki, 1 and champion; A. Fraser, 2. Draught mare and two of her progeny; T. Perry, 1; A. S. Kendrick, 2. Gelding, four years:. T. Perry, 1 and 2; A. Fraser 3. Filly, August 1, 1913: T. Psrry, 1 and 2; W. Richards, Cardiff, 3. Colt August 1, 1014: J. S. Barrow, Te Roti, 1. Gelding, A'jg'j3t 1, 1914: T. Perry, 1; A. S. Kendrick, 2. Fiily August 1, 1914: J. D. Mitchell, Manaia, 1 and 2. Colt or gelding, August 1, 1915: A Fraser, 1; R. H. Townerd, Mahoc, 2. Filly, August 1, 1915: J. S. Barrow, 1. Pair heavy drajght horses, in regular work: T, I'orry, 1; A. Fraser, 2. Light horses, similar conditions: T. Perry 1. Three-horse teim: T. Perry, 1; A. Fraser, 2. ,

Best foal, by Knight of the Garter: J T. Walsh, Stratford, 1; N. A. Brown, 2: A. S. Kendrick, 3.

CARRIAGE HORSES, HACKS, AND HUNTERS. Marc, 15.2 hands, in foal or foal at foot: J. Donald's (Stratford) Lottie, 1; E. O'Sullivan's (Cardiff) Ornament, 2; T. 'Perry's (Mangatoki) Belle, 3. Filly or gelding, foaled since August 1, V9M: 11. Kenny (Stratford), ); G. W. Pratt (Stratford), 2.

SADDLE PONIES. Pony, under 11 hands: R. Memberry's (Stratford) Kitty, 1 and special; M. S. Freer's (Stratford) Tiny, 2; Leo. Cleaver, 3.

Pony, under 12.2 hands: C. Pa-terson's (Kapunil Flora, 1; Eric Cleaver's (Hawera) Dolly, 2. Pony, 13.2 hands: George Jackson's (Nornianby) Toby, 1) Dorothy Cleaver's (Hawera) Opossum, 2; Bella, Knox's (Te ■Popo) Dick, 3. Pony 14.2 and over 13.2 hands: J, Barraelough's (Kltham) Barry, 1; A'. Sar.gster's (Stratford) Beauty. 2- J. D. Mitchell's (Manaia) Princess, SHEEP. T'lere T*as not a very large entry si: the sheep classes, but quality of the highest grade was represented. Judging wan very prompt, and spectators were soon notified of the prize winners. Lincoln? a'.Kl Piomney Mursh were the principal varieties oi sheep penned.

ROJiXEY MARSH. Ram, o>-cf IS months: J. JleL. Blair, Hav/era, 1 and 2; N. A. Brown, Ngaere, 3. Under IS months: J. McL. Blair, 1 and 2. Two rams, ir;:der 18 months: J. McL. Blair, 1 and 2. Ewe, 18 months, with lamb: J. McL. Blair, 1 and 2. Two ewes, with lambs: J. McL. Blair, 1. Under 18 months: J. McL. Blair, 1. Ewe, under 18 months: J. McL. Blair 1 and 2. Two ewes, under Is months: J. McL. Blair, 1 and 2. Two ewes. 4 tooth, with lambs at foot: J. McL. Blair, 1. LIXCOLXS. Ram, over 11 months: R. J. Linn, 3fof manby, 1; E. Marfell, Toko, 2. Ewe, 18 months, with lamb at foot: W. B. Grant, Hew Plymouth, 1; E. Marfell, 2. Two ewes, v.;th lamb at foot: E. Marfell, 1., Two ewes, under 18 months: E. Marfell, 1. Kwe, und.'i - 18 months: W. B. Grar.t, 1, 2 asd 3. Two ewes, under 18 months: W. B Grant, 1; E. Marfell, 2.

PET LAMB. Pet Lamb: X. A. Brown, Ngaere, 1 CROSSBRED SHEE;P ROMXEY MARSH. > Two ewes, over 18 months, with lamb: J. McL Blair, 1.

LINCOLN, '' Two ewes, 18 months, with lamb: W 3. Grant, 1; E. Marfell, 2. FREEZERS. Three freezers, wethers: J. McL. Blair, i; 15. Marfell, 2; J. Forbes, Normanbv, 3. Three freezers, ewes: W. B. Grant, 1 and 2; McDonald Bros., Stratford, 3. Two freezers, Down cro3S, wethers. C. Bayly, Tokc., 1. Three freezers, longwool, wethers: J Forbes, 1; .J. Lueena, 2; E. Marfell, 3. Three fat hmbs, freezers, any breed: Marshall Bros., Jnglewood, 1 and 2; W. B. Grant, 3. FAT SHEEP. Three wethers, any age: J. Forbes, 1. Three ewes, any age: McDonald Bro-, 1 and 2; J. Forbes, 3. Three lambs, any breel: W. B. Grant, 1; Marshall B?os., 2 and 3.

BUTTER-FAT COMPETITION. A special prize of '£ls, given equally by the Association and Jersey breeders for Jersey eow, any r.ge, holding authenticated milk and butter-fat records under thu supervision of the New Zealand Department of Agriculture. Cows judged on type, First prize, £8 18s 'fid; second, £4; third, £'2; fourth, £1: W. Pollock's. (Stratford) Belvedere Bilberry, 1; Jno. Nicholson's (Hawera) Ludv Binnie, 2; \V. V. Harkness' (Tariki) iiozel's Sweet Choice, 3: W. V. Harkneis' Bezel's May Day, 4. Best twfi-'year-old pc-digrea dairy heifer, any breed, most suitable for dairy purposes: Rauiord liros.' Ludy Malaprop of Willowbank, 1; P. J. Petersen's Carnation Queen, 2; H. Johnson's (Stratford) Lady Bountiful, a.

COMPETITIOXS. Maiden hunters' competition, up to 12 stone. First £5 ss, second £-2 2s, third £1 Is: N. M. Patterson's (Hawera) Tofua, 1;; E. Mason's (Stratford) Paddy, 2; P. J. 'Phelan's (Stratford) Webbshell, 3. Maiden hunters' competition (ladies). First .€5 os, second Hi 2s, third ill Is: Miss M. Brown (Hawera), 1. Best lady rider: Miss Angus (Haivera), 1; Mrs. Becker (Feilding), 2; [Mrs. J. E. Anderson (Wliangamomona), 13. | Pony Ice-ping, ponies under 13.2, to he ridden by i>oy or girl undf: 15: C. Patterson's Bonny, 1; C. Patterson's Flora, 2. Master C. Patterson was adjudged the best boy rider. Best amateur lady driver: Miss Dorothy Cleaver, 1. Best juvenile amateur lady driver, under 11! years: Bella Knox (Te <Popo), 1; Dorothy Cleaver, 2. Best lady driver: Mrs. Row (Hawera), I; Miss Angus (Hawera), 2; Miss Kennedy (Stratford), 3. Best boy driver: Eric Cleaver, 1; Leo Cleaver, 2. High jump, for ponies 14.2 or under: E. Willis' Tasman, 1. <

DOGS. .GREYHOUNDS Dogs, novice: r. Willis' (Patea) Hailstorm, 1; H. C. Ma-rr's (Stratford) Barber, 2; Mrs. A. Drinkwatcr's (New Plymouth) Waterproof, 3. Limit: F. Willis' Rainbow, 1; Hailstorm, 2; H. C. Marr's Barber, 3. Open and New Zea-land-bred: F. Willis' Rainbow, 1; iF. Parkins' (Wavtrley) Waverley, 2; Mrs. A. Drinku-ater's Waterproof, 3. Bitches.—Novice, and limit: James Kidd's (Dannevirke) Tapuatu Twilight, 1. Open: T. Parkin's Sunshine, 1; Jas. Kidd's Tapuatu Twilight, 2. New Zea-land-bred: F. Parkin's Sunshine, 1 and special. Brace, any sex: F. Willis' Hailstorm ■and rainbow," 1; Mrs. A. Drinkwater's Overproof and Waterproof, 2,

POINTERS. Dog:-.—Novice and limit: F. Whittle's (Stratford) No Shout, I. New Zealandbred: C. H. ■ Burridge's (Petone) Jerry, 2 Open: C. H. Burridge's Jerry, 1 and special and challenge. Bitches—Puppy: James Kidd's Tapuatu Grouse, 1; H. S. Bierre's (Palmerston North) Warlington Shamrock, 2. Novice: James Kidd's Tapiutu Grouse, 1. Limit: A. H. Probert's (Dunnevirke) Grouse, 1; H. G. Bierre's Warlington Shamrock, 2; James Kidd's Tapuatu Grouse, 3. Open: E. Bernaseoni's (Wellington) Milkmaid, 1 and challenge and special; Mrs. S. J. Beaven (Hawera), 2; H. S. Bierre's Warlington Shamrock, 3. Xcv/ Zealflndbred: A. H. 'Probert's Grouse, 1; H. S. Bierre's Warlington Shamrock, 2. ENGLISH SETTERS.

Dogs.—Puppy and maiden: 'l'. Kirkwood's (Stratford) County Pride, 1; Miss M. Foreman's (Waitara) Whitrock Smiler, 2. Novice: A. 11. Probert's Royal Carrier, 1; J. Kirkwood's County Pride, 2: Miss M. Foreman's WhitrooK Smiler, 8. Australian-bred: T. Kirkwood's Rach-a-roek, 1. Limit: M. J. Goodson's (Ilawera) Whitney Sport. 1; T Kirkwood's County Sport, *2. New Zealand-bred and open: T. Kirkwood's Rach-a-rock, 1; M. J. Goodson's Whit ney Sport, 2.

Bitches.—Limit: A. 11. Probert's Royal Blue, 1. New Zealand-bred and open: A. 11. Probert's Royal Blue 1, and Whitney Grace, 3; T. Kirk wood's County Belle, 2.

Brace: A. H.'Probert's Royal Blue and Whitney Grace, 1; T. Kirkvood's Rf.ck-a-roek and County Belle, 2, Team of three: A. H. Probert's Royal Blue. Royal Carrier, and Whitney Grate, 1; T. Kirkwood's County Pride, County Belle, and Raek-a-rock, 2.

| IRISH SETTERS. Dogs.—Puppy and novice: W. T. Mills' (Midhirst) Ma<?. SETTERS. I Brace: A. K. Probert, 1. Team: A. H. 'Probert, 1. RETRIEVERS. Dogs.—Xoviee: F. R. Hawker's (Rew Plymouth) Xirana,. 1. Limit and open: F. R. tlawker's Xirana, 1; K. Bayly's (Omata) Micky Flitters. 2. Bitches.—Open: F. Patterson',; (New Plymouth) Kate, 1 and special. GUN DOGS.

Dogs.—Xoviee: T. Kirkwood's County Pride, 1. Open: C. 11. Burridge'j (Petonej Jerry, 1; M. J. Goodson's Whitney Sport, 2; T. Kirkwood's R*ck-a< rock, 3. Bitches. —Open: A. 11. Probert's Royal Blue, 1; T. Kirkwood's County Belle, 2; I". Patterson's Kate, 3.

Bruce: A. H. Probert's Royal Blue and Whitney Grace, 1 and special; T. Kirkwood's Rack-a-rock and County Belle, 2. Team: T. Kirkwood's County Belle, dounty Pride, and Raok-a-rock, 1. COLLIES (SMOOTH-COATED). Dogs.—Puppies: W. Holmes' (Stratford) Nigger, 1. Bitches.—Novice, limit, imported, and open: Miss K. Cuthbertson's Jean, 1 and special.

COLLIES (ROUGH-COATED). Dogs.—Puppy: F. Cook's (Stratford) Glen, 1; Arthur Jury's .(Stratford) Towsor, 2: G. M. Beer's (-Waverlev) Mosgiil King. 3. Novice: F. Cook'r, Glen, 1: J. G. Ellis' (New Plymouth) Milton Mitus, 2; A. Jury's Towser, 3. Limit: W. Holmes' (Stratford) Darkie, 1. New Zealand-bred: E. L. Jones' (Stratford) Glc-nroy, 1 and special; J. G. Ellis' Milton Mitus, 2. Open: E. L. Jones' Glenrov, 1; J. G. Ellis' Milton Mitus, 2.

liitches.—Puppy: G. M. Beer's Mosgiel Queen, 1. Limit: Owen McAloon's Gyp, 1. Novice and open: M. D. Otdridge's (New 'Plymouth) Heather Lassie," 1; 0. McAloon's Gyp, "2.

COLLIES (BEARDED). ' Dog's.—Puppy: Miss K. Cnthbertson's Kelso, 1. Novice: A. Stenbcrg's (Palmerston North) Orkey, 1; J. Neilson's (i'lidhirst), Rover, 2, and Darkie, 3. Limit: A. Stenbcrg's Orkey, 1; T. to. Baker's (Palmcrston North) Bob, 2, J. Kcilscn's Rover, 3. Open: Ray Ifausell's (Bulls) Jinks, 1 and challenge; A. Stenberg's Orkey, 2; T. D. Bailor's liob,

Bitches.—Puppy: A. Nelson'.? (Stratford) Fana, 1. Novice, limit, and op'ju: J. Neilson's (Midhirst) Ruth, 1. Urate: J. Ncilsou, 1. i » Team: J. Neilson's Rover, Darkie, &,id Ruth, I.

WORKING COLLIES. Dogs.—Maiden, novice, limit: E. H. Liimcl's Mick, 1; J. Bnmnigan's Wave, 2. Open: W. Holmes' Darkie, 1, Rock, 3; K. H. Linnet's Mick, 2. Bitches—Novice, limit, mid open: 0. MeAloon's Gyp, 1 and special; Miss K. Cuthbertson's Jean, 2. BULLDOGS. Dogs.—Limit and open: S. Sharp's Stratford) Boxer, 1 and special; J. Rivett's (Stratford) Inglewood Barry, 2. New Zealand-bred: S. Sharp's Boxer, 1. Bitches. —'Puppy: J. Rivett's Lady' Grey, 1; J. \V. Mills-' (Stratford) Millbank Royal, 1. Maiden and novice: J. W. Mills' Mill bank Royal, 1. Limit: S. Sharp's Vanity. 1; J. Rivett's Lady Grev, 2; J. W. Mills' Millbank Royal,*3. New Zealand-bred and open: Bm. McKnight's (New Plymouth) Lady Lansdowne, 1; A. M. Sims' (Te Kiri) Marie Royal, 2; S. Sharp's Vanity, Brace: S. Sharp, 1; J, Rivett, 2. DOCKER SPANIELS (BLACK).

Dogs.—Puppy and novice: Hilda Shotter's (Midhirst) Rei, 1; C. Bridger's (Stratford) Busier Bill, 2; Ben Hunter's (Stratford) Bkr Ben, .1. Limit: R. Credit's (Stratford) Tapnntu Dick, 1; A. liielmr<ls' (Palmerston North) Rajah, 2 Open: Stewart and Landsperg't Toro, 1 and special; R. Grediq's Tapuatu Pick, 2; A. Richards' Rajah, Bitches Puppy: Stewart and Landsperg's Lass o' Gowrie, 1. Novice and limit: A. D. Stanley's (Stratford) Ngamotn Secretary, 1 and special; C. Bridger's Trixic, 2; Stewart and Landsperg's Lass o' Gowrie, 3. Open: Stewart arid Landsperg's Waiinarino Floss, 1; A. I). Stanley's Xgamotu Secretary, 2. Brace: Stewart and Landsperg, 1. Team: Stewart and Landsperg, 1,

COCKER SPANIELS (OTHER THAN BLACK). Dogs.—Novice and open: C. A. McDonald's Jac-ko, 1. FIELD SPANIELS (ANY COLOR). Dogs—Puppy: \V. T. Bailey's (Kaponga) Nero, 1; Miss E. Coates' (Lowgarthj Famit, 2. Novice: Miss Pat. Abrahams' Tiu, 1; W, T. Bailey's Nero, 2; Miss E. Coates* Famit, 3. Limit and open: A. Bridge's Smut, 1 and special-, Miss Pat. Abrahams' Tui, 2; W. T. Bailey's Nero, 8. Bitches.—Puppy- Miss D Coates' (Lowgarth) Bounce, 1. | « FOX TERRIERS (SMOOTH).

Dogs.—Puppy: H. Madeley's (Masterton) Matakiwi Shute, 1: J. Kidd's Wakatu Daddy, 2; Mrs, Bevin's Buster's A'ipper, 3. Maiden: F. Foley's (Stratford) Bruno, 1; R. Masters' Waipu Xuts, 2; E. S. Rutherford's Tiger, 3. Novice: F. Foley's Bruno, 1: R. Grcdig's (Stratford) Tapuatu Toff, 2; R. Masters' Waipu Nuts, 3, Limit, open, and New Zealand-bred: J. Kidd's Wakatu Daddy, 1; F. Foley's feruno, 2; .lakes Ogilvie's (Wanganui) Taranaki Sam, 3. Imported: J. 'Prentice's (Pnlmerston North) Maidstone Luk, 1. Bitches. —Puppy: J. Kidd's Windsor Waif, 1, Bosworth Orphan, 2; .T. Ogilvie's Countess of Middieford, 3. Maiden. W. Pellet's Judy, 1: Mrs. Barker's Beauty, 2. Novice: J. Ogilvie's Countess of Middieford, 1; W. Pellet's Taranaki Sam, 2. Limit: J. Kidd's Windsor Waif, 1; J. Prentice's Beechfiekl Arknea, 2. New Zealand-bred: -T. Kidd's Windsor Waif. 1 and special. Imported: J. Prentice's Beechfield Arknea, 1 and special. Open: 11. Master? ('Stratford) Newcastle Wakemup, 1; J. 'Prentice's Beeehileld Arknea, 2.

Brace: J. Kidd, 1; James Ogilvie, '2; J. Prentice, 3. Team of three: J. Kidd, 1 ar.d special. POX TERRIERS (WIRE-HAIRED). Dogs.—flippy, limit, and openi D. R. .Tones' (Wanganui) General Brusilo(T, 1. Bitches.—Limit: J. Kidd's Xo Kid, 1.

SKYE TERRIERS. Dogs.—Limit and open: Mrs. H. Richmond (Midliirst) Portree Juliet, 1. IRISH TERRIERS. Dogs.—Puppy and novice: X. Wilkinson's (Wellington) Poneke Rebel, 1. Open: R. F. Oliver's (Normanby) Ki:ii, 1 and special. Bitches.—Puppy and limit: X. Wil-l<iir-"i's (Wellington) 'Poneke Panic, 1. AIREDALE TERRIERS. Dogs.—Maiden find novice: 0. Roger:.' (New Plymouth) Midland Sport, 1 Bitches.—Xoviee, limit, imported, and open: J. W. McMillan's (Stratford) Midland Queen, 1. BLACK PUGS. Dogs.—Limit, Now Zea'and-brod, and open-. Mrs. Douglas' (Stratford) Mungainunga Bogey, 1. ' PUGS (FAWN).

Dogs.—.Limit, New Zed&r.d-brec, and open: G. G. Nightingale's (Inglewood) Captain Togo, 1.

POMERANIANS Dogs.—Limit and onen: Mrs. E. Jackson (New Plymouth), 1. HARRIERS. Doss—Open: Egmont-Wanganui Huni Chib,"l. Bitches. Open: Egmont-Wsngiinui Hunt Club, 1. Pair of puppy dogs: Egmont-Wa.iga-nui Hunt Club, 1. Dog for stud purposes: EgaiontWaiigamii Hunt Club, 1. VARIETY CLASSES.

Best sporting' dog or bitj'i: T. Kirkwood's County Belle, 1; F. Willif.' Rainbow, 2; James Kidd's Tapuatu Twilight. Sporting brace: F. Willis' Hailstorm and Rainbow, 1; T. Kirkwood's County Belle and Rack-a-rotk, '2. Sporting team: T. Kirkwood's County Belle, Rack-a-rock and County P'ride, 1. Non-sporting dog or bitch: A. M. Sims' (Te Kiri) Marie Royal, 1. Children's variety class: Donald Stewart's, jun. (Normanby) Fairy, 1. LADIES' BRACELET. E. Bernaseoni's (Wellington) Milkmaid (a pointer) won out of 26 entries.

HOME INDUSTRIES. A really creditable display was rn.c.d= by the ladies in the Home Industries classes. Keen interest v.ns taken ia eecn competition, the judge (Mr. W. Dustui) having a hard task in making his <'ecisions. Many ladies from outlying lititricts tried their luck and scored honors., whilst the Stratford ladies aho Hbß.n-.15y entered in all classes. Home-baked bread: Mrs. J. H. Rtrc-iv (Bell Block), 1; Mrs. D. Nixon (N'.P.i, 2; Mrs. Leydon (Toko), 3. Brown breadMrs. Street, 1; Mrs. E. J. Brittain (Waiongona), 2. Currant bread: Mrs. J. H. Strict, 1; Miss Leydon, 2.

Oven scones, sis: Hiss K. Harrison (Pembroke Road), 1; Mrs. P. Thompson (Stratford), 2; Miss E. I'crrott (Huiroa), 3, Girdle scone.s, three: Miss 3v. Harrison, 1; Mrs. P. Thompson, 2. Oven scones, six (girls unler 10): E. Pcrrott, 1; F. Harknesa (Stratford), 2; M. Beutson (Midhirst), 3. Fancy scones, six: K. Harrison, 1. •Jam tarts, six: Mrs. M. L. Phillips (Stratford), 1.

Collection of cakes and pastry: K, Harrison, 1.

Golden cake: Mrs. P. Thompson, 1; K. Harrison, 2. Shortbread: Mrs. E. .T. Brittain, 1; Mrs. A. Irving (Midhirst), 2; K. Harrison, 3.

Sponge sandwich: Mrs. A, A. Piper (Toko), i : . Mrs. J. T. Walsh (Bird Road), 2: K. Harrison. 3.

Snow cuke: Mrs. W. H. Rutledge, I. Cream puffs: Mrs. P. Thompson, 1. Christmas cake: Mrs. Belton (Cardiff), 1; K. Harrison. 2; Mrs. H. Moss (Stratford), 3; Mrs. W. H. Rutledge (Midhirst), 4. Pound caks: Mrs. C. Chadwick (Hawera), 1; K. Harrison, 2; Mrs. J. T. Walsh, 3.

Madeira cake: Mrs. Linnell (Midhirst) 1; Mrs. B. Harkness (Stratford), 2; Mrs, E. .T. Brittain, 3.

Gingerbread cake: Mrs. W. C. Williams (Midhirst), 1; Mrs. E. Aagaard (Stratford), 2. Oat cake, plate: Mrs. A. Irving, 1. Biscuits, collection: K. Harrison, 1. Brown scones, six: K. Harrison, 1. Sausage rolls, six: Mrs. M. T. Phillips,' 1 and 2.

Sponge, roll' K. Harrison, 1. Pikelets: Mrs. A. Irving, 1; Mrs. W. 11. Rutledge, 2 Apple pie: Mrs. A. A. Piper (Toko),l. Iced cake, one tier: Mrs. .T. Edmondson (Midhirst), 1; Mrs. W. C. Williams, 2.

SWEETS Oocoaimt icc: Mrs. A. A. Piper, I; Mr? W. H. Rutledge, 2 and 3. Toffee, collection: Miss J. A'Court (Hawera), 1, Fruit toffee: Miss J. A'Court, 1. Sweet:', other than toliee: Mrs. \V. H.'Rutledge, 1. Turkish delight: Mrs. E. Aagar.rd, Jj Mrs. W. C. Williams, 2. PRESERVES AND PICKLES. Bottled fruits, in syr;:p: Mrs. T. Orr p>"gneve), 1, Marmalade, orange: Mrs.

C. Chadwick, 1. Marmalade, lemon: Mr?. Chadwick, 1. Sauces, collection of six bottles: Mrs. C. Chadwick, 1 Wine, one bottle: Mrs. J. H. Street, 1. Chut" ney, collection: Mrs. C. Chadwick, 1. Jellies, jams, and collection of orange and lemon marmalade: Mrs. C. Chadwick, Ist I in three classes.

| Soap, three bars, 21b each: Mrs. Q Chadwick, 1. I Hen eggs, 12. weight and appearances ills. J. Pattinson (Bird Road), 1. Duck eggs, 12: Mrs. W. D. Taylor (Midhirst), | SEWING AND FANCY WORK. Novelty pin-cushion: Mrs. W. H. Rul» lodge, 1. Made-up cushion: Master 0. Jones Imia), 2. . Mountmellick: Master G. Jones,, 1. Point lace collar: Mrs. H. MeCleland, 1 and 2. Tray cloth: Misa J. C. Hawkes (Auroa], 1. Table centrp: Mrs. J. McDonald, 1 and 2; Mrs, J. LinnoH, 3. Tea cosy: Mrs. W. Bailey (lnglewood), 1: Mrs. E. Hearnden (N.P.), 2. Tea cosy, jen painting: Miss C. MiPlierson (Hawera), 1. Pillow sham, eyelet embroidery: Miss M. K. Wilson (N.P.), 1. Tray cloth: Mrs. W. H. Rut. ledge, 1. C'roehet lace: 0. Jones, 1; Mrs. . Hearnden, 2. Camisole top: Mrs. W. Bailey, 1; Miss F. Clemow (Opunake Road), 2. Towel, crochet and insertion: Mrs. E, Hearnden 1. D'Oyleys, 3 fine: Mrs. Geraghty (Stratford), 1. Stencilled curtains: Miss C. MePherson (Hawera), 1. Cushions: Mrs. J. Donald (Stratford), 1. Knitted fox: Mrs. D, Macdonali (Feilding), 1 and 3; Miss J. G. Maclean (Paraparaumu), 2, Two hand-knitted article;!, fine: Mrs. W. H. Rutledge, 1; Miss Orr, 2; Miss J. G. Maclean, 3. Tw< hand-knitted articles, coarse: Miss J. 0 Maclean, 1; G. Jones, 2; Mrs. W. H Rutlcdge, 3. SCHOOL CHILDREN EXHIBITS. Plain sowing, 12 years: Eileen Da!f (New Plymouth), 1; Louie Brown (Midhirst), 2 and 3. Hemstitching, 14 years: Louie Brown, 1 j Myra Wilson (Rata< piko), 2; Gladys Chong (Ratapiko), 3. Plain sewing: Myra Wilso',. 1; Gladys Chong, 2. Blouse (High School): K. Horner (Stratford), 1. Cushion, stencil, 10 years: K. Donald (Stratford), lj Mabel Geraghty (Stratford), 2; Louio Brown, 3.