WAIMATE.

Timaru Herald, Volume CXXV, Issue 17774, 10 October 1927, Page 7

WAIMATE.

(From Our Own Correspondent.)

A. AND P. ASSOCIATION

At Saturday’s meeting of the Wftimate Agricultural and Pastoral Association there were present: Messrs J. C. Hay (chairman), J. Milne, E. C. Meredith, J. C. Faulkner, Jas. Manchester, J. Baikie, M. Elliot, TV. Smith, E. Stokes, M. McRae, R. J. Scott, J. T. Hay, J. I. I-layman, K. J. O’Hara, J. K. Blair, IT. IT. Iluddenklau, P. Hunter, T. Hamilton, R. Sinclair, and Captain Rattray. Resolutions of sympathy were accorded Mr IT. Sinclair in the loss of his father, and also Mr Tresize in the loss of his wife. CORRESPONDENCE. Mr Mcßae acknowledged the Association’s message of sympathy with him and his family in their recent bereavement. Mr TV. O. Rennie, Doyleston, wrote stating that he would be pleased to act as judge of Border Leicester rams at the show. Similar messages were received from Mr D. F. Stocker, who agreed to act as judge of Shorthorns and Friesians, Mr H. Lockhead, as judge of thoroughbreds and hacks; and Mr J. Moody, Timaru, who consented to judge the wool.classing. Mr J. G. Gow stated that he would he unable to act as judge of the handwriting and school essays owing to his being absent from Timaru on the date of the Show. The president stated that he had arranged with Mr Thomas, rector of the Timaru Boys’ High School, to act. The president’s action was endorsed. The TVaimate stationmaster wrote informing the Association that the District Traffic Manager had decided that stock may be shunted to the showground the evening preceding the Show, as requested by the Association.

Mr T. Hamilton wrote stating that he would he unable to act as steward in the light horse section. An appointment of a steward to act in Mr Hamilton’s place was left in the hands of the Light Horse Committee. A letter was received from the executive of the New Zealand Sheepbreeders’ Association, stating that it had come under their notice that some breeders were offering at ram fairs more rams than they had registered. They were apparently purchasing rams and selling them under their own names. The executive suggested that in the interests of the breeders all vendors be asked to state the breeders’ names when entering rams for sale at ram fairs.

The president stated that he thought that they already did this.

Mr Mcßae moved that it be made a firm rule that breeders’ names be inserted in the catalogue at ram fairs. Mr H. H. Ruddenklau seconded the motion, which was carried.

A letter was received from the president of the TVaituna Women’s Institute asking permission to erect a small stand in a corner of a tent for (he object of advertising the movement and thereby opening up other institutes in the near neighbourhood. Mr Sinclair stated that the Institute was doing good work, and it was really a Mutual Help Society. It was decided that a space be granted free of cost, they find their own accommodation.

Badges Avere received from the Royal Show, for the use of delegates appointed to represent the Association at the Royal ShoAV. The president and vice-president Avere appointed delegates. The sub-committee reported that Mr Earford's tender for catering Avas accepted. The Ground Committee made an inspection of the ShoAV Grounds prior to the meeting and recommended (hat the fence be trimmed, the approach to the ground be repaired, and the cattle pens attended to. — Agreed to. The sheep pens also needed repairing, and the question of shifting the race back six feet to provide for extra pens avus discussed. It Avas agreed to have the work done. With regard to the erection of a bandstand, it Avas decided that the work be proceeded Avith, and the bandmaster be approached regarding the size of platform, etc. The president, vice-president, and.Mr J. I. Hayman Avere appointed a sub-com-mittee to attend to the arrangements.

The president stated that there was a recommendation after the last show that the Association procure its own hurdles for the jumps. Capt. Rattray said that it would be rather expensive to have the hurdles built. It was agreed that the president, vice-president, Mr J, I. Hayman, and Capt. Rattray, be appointed a subcommittee to go into the matter With power tc act. With regard to the parking of cars at the Show, it was decided that the matter be arranged in conjunction with the Automobile Association in the-same manner as last year. The president drew attention to the photographs of past presidents which, were hanging on the walls of the meeting room, and it was decided that a letter of thanks be sent to Mr E. C. Studholme thanking him for his much appreciated gifts. It was agreed that a sub-commit-tee consisting of the president, vicepresident and secretary be appointed to call on the business people of the town in reference to closing for the half-dav on Show day. Mr R. G. Scott was appointed to meet the judges. It. was reported that about £8 was already in hand towards a silver cup to the value of £lO, to be gh’en for the best. Clydesdale colt or filly 2 years old or under, bred by exhibitor. The president hoped that the amount still to be subscribed would be forthcoming shortly. It was decided that Messrs Faulkner, Sinclair and Smith be appointed to procure the Cup. Accounts amounting to £4 3s 9d, were passed for payment.

SPRING FLOWER SHOW. On Saturday afternoon the Mayor formally opened the spring flower show, which was held in Graham and Clear’s Hall. Some very fine blooms were displayed, and it was stated that some of the blooms exhibited were equal to those to be seen anywhere. A fine exhibit sent from Da mam, and a display of blooms from Knotlingly Park, for exhibition ou'v, came in for much admiration. Messrs R. Biel: and M. J. Harnett, both of Oamaru, acted as judges. The stall-holders were—Flower stall, Mesdames E. B. Wright and 0. Coventry; cake stall, Mesdames George Manchester, sen., ,1. H. Haslam, and W. C. Taylor; work stall, Mesdames George Manchester, jun., Miss Eileen Daily and Miss Doris Manchester; sweets stall, Mesdames A. E. Lewis and R. H. White; produce stall, Mesdames S. J. Adams and J. I. Hayman; refreshment stall. Mesdames L. Reeve, F. Nash, W. Morrison and A. E. Veitch. The following were the awards; 3 narcissi, double (8) —Mrs J. H.

Mitchell 1, Mrs E. 8.-Wright 2, Mrs C. Coventry 3. 1 narcissi, yellow trumpet (1) Miss Hertslett 1. 1 narcissi, AA'hite . trumpet (1) Miss Hertslett 1. 1 narcissi, bi-colour ((3)—-Miss Hertslett 1. 4 narcissi, emperor (2) Mrs J. Hill 1. 4 narcissi, empress (1) Mrs J. Hill 1. 4 narcissi, Sir Watltin (1) —Mrs J. Hill 1, 4 narcissi, barri conspicuous (1) Mrs J. Hill 1. 3 narcissi, red coloured cup varieties (5) —Miss A. M. Jones 1 and 2, Mrs J. Hill 3. 3 hyacinths, A’arieties (1) —Mrs J. Menzies 1. 1 hvacinth (1) —Dr. T. W. Wylie 1. 6 tulips, any variety (1) —Mrs J. 11. Mitchell 1. 4 tulips (1) —Mrs J. I. Hayman 1. 6 anemones (2) —Mrs J. Hill 1, Mrs Menzies 2. 3 AvallfloAver double (3) —Mrs C. CoA'entry 1, Mrs Brenton 2. 3 Avallflower, single (10) —Mrs V. Brenton. 1, Mrs J. I. Hayman 2, Mrs IT. TV. Hutt -3. CUT BLOOMS. Collection of spring cut blooms (6) —Mrs E. B. Wright 1, Mrs J. Menzies 2, Mrs C. Coventry 3. 12 varieties of narcissi (3) —Miss A. M. Jones 1, Miss Hertslett 2, Mrs J. Menzies 3.

6 A r arieties of narcissi (5) —Miss A. M. Jones 1, Miss Ilertslett 2, Mrs E. B. Wright 3. « 4 varieties of narcissi (3) —Mrs E. B. TV right 1, Miss Ilertslett 2. 6 narcissi, trumpet (4) —Miss A. M. Jones 1, Miss Ilertslett 2. 6 narcissi, incomparabilis (2) Miss Hertslett 1. G narcissi, barri (3) —Mrs J. Hill 1, Miss Hertslett 2. 6 narcissi, leedsii (2) —Miss Hertslett 1. G narcissi, poeticus (4) —Mrs J. Menzies 1, Miss Hertslett 2, Miss A. M. Jones 3. 6 narcissi, polyanthus (5) —Mrs Menzies 1, Miss Hertslett 2, Mrs Menzies 3. G pansies (9) —Mrs J. Hill 1, Mrs J. Menzies 2, Mrs J. Hill 3. 6 violas (9) —Mrs V. Brenton 1, Miss Eunice Barfard 2, Mrs J. Menzies 3. 6 ponlanthus (9) —Mrs C. Coventry 1, Miss A. M. Jones 2, Miss Betten 3. 3 polyanthus (10) —Mrs J. Hill 1, Miss A. M. Jones 2, Miss Betten 3. G primroses, varieties, in bunches (7) —Miss Jones 1, Mrs J. I. Hayman 2, Mrs J. Menzies 3. Violets, best collections (1) —Mrs C. Coventry 1. DECORATIVE CLASSES. 1 bowl of floAvers (7) —Miss Vera Faulkner 1, Mrs C. Coventry 2, Miss A. Milne 3. '

1 basket of floAvers (4) —Mrs V. Brenton 1, Mrs C. Coventry 2, Mrs J. Menzies 3. 1 boAVI of narcissi (7) —Miss V. Faulkner 1, Miss A. M. Jones 2, Mrs W. E. Evans 3. 1 basket of narcissi (3) —Mrs V. Brenton 1, Mrs J. Menzies 2. 1 A r ase of floAvers (G) —Mrs R. Barnett 1, Mrs V. Brenton 2, Mrs A. M. Jones 3. 3 vases of flowers (5) —Miss V. Faulkner 1, Miss A. M. Jones 2,.Mrs J. Menzies 3. Table decoration (2) —Miss A. M. Jones 1. Lady’s spray (3) —Mrs V. Brenton 1, Mrs J. Menzies 2. Gentleman’s buttonhole (3) —Mrs V. Brenton 1, Mrs J. Menzies 2. Basket of primroses (2) —Mrs J. Menzies 1. Basket of polyanthus (2) —Mrs V. Brenton 1. CHILDREN’S SECTION. Vase of flowers, school child under 12 (3) —Clifford Sage 1, Neville Sage 2, Vase of floAvers, school child over 12 (3) —Winnie Harrison 1, Bertie Harrison 2. Boavl of flowers, boy or girl over 12 (2) —Gladys Preece 1. Lady’s spray (2) —Winnie Harrison 1. Gentleman’s buttonhole (S)~ — Nancy Lumsden 1, Winnie Harrison 2.

GIRL GUIDES. At the annual meeting of the Girl Guides Association, Mrs Dash presided. The first annual report stated that it was due to efforts of Mr G. A. Thompson, who laid the foundations of the movement upon which the work of the present committee was built, and the committee expressed its indebtedness to him with grateful thanks. In March Mrs Dash represented their district at the Dominion Conference of Commissioners in Christchurch, and thanks went out to her for doing this service at her own expense, and for her present of a troop flag, which is proudly borne by the troop. Captain Coatli. of Auckland, had, during her visit to Waimate, helped them very .much with her experience and advice. The balance sheet showed an income 'of • more than £IOO, which was largely obtained by special effort. Although the popularity of the movement in Waimate had almost been an embarrassment, yet they were glad to claim that they had succeeded in meeting all requirements in spite of the rush of applicants for membership. The visit of the Duke arid Duchess of York had been a red-let-ter day for them, as the troop were complimented on their smart appearance when they paraded for that occasion, added to the number of South Canterbury Guides. The first year closed with a very strong membership of enthusiastic Guides and Brownies, and it was felt that in their membership and enthusiasm (he committee were repaid for their effort made to carry on the troop. The capable work of the secretary and treasurer, Miss Haslam, the com mittee were pleased to graceful! / acknowledge. It was recommended that the annual camp ho belt 1 . In conjunction with (he Tioirru Guides. Account-, amounting to £2O were passed for payment. I-lANNATON SCHOOL CONCERT. The annual Hanuaton School concert was held in Nukuroa Hall, on Thursday night and was largely attended. Vocal items were contributed by Messrs H. C. Foster. .1. Borthwiek, F. Hunter, T. Holmes, and Mrs J. Fox, ,L Meyers, Templeton. Items were also given by Messrs and Miss Saunders (musical trio), Mrs and Mr Winning (humorous). Master Joyce (trombone solo), Master J. Quinn (vocal solo), and items by the school children. The chairman, Mr H. Allington, thanked the performers for their efforts in making the concert such a success, and after a delightful supper dancing v. r as indulged in until a late hour. The music supplied for the dance by Mr A. Bortbwick was very much enjoyed by the dancers. PERSONAL. The chairman, engineer and clerk of the Waimate County C r> " r >cil left yesterday for Dunedin.