TIMARU SHOW

Timaru Herald, Volume CXXXVII, Issue 19629, 25 October 1933, Page 3

TIMARU SHOW

TO-DAY’S EVENT PROSPECTS BRIGHT Given fine weather to-day and tomorrow, the Timaru Agricultural and Pastoral Association should enjoy splendid public support for its sixtyeighth annual show. Yesterday the officials of the Association spent a busy day at the showgrounds perfecting the arrangements, and everything is in readiness for an early start this morning. The major portion of the judging will be carried out to-day, leaving the field practically clear to-morrow. On People's Day there is generally a big rush, aHd in view of this, a good many patrons make a point of being present on the first day so that they can make a thorough inspection of the many sections of the show. The indications are that this year's fixture will eclipse any held in recent years. The season has been a most favourable one for the prearation cf exhibits, and it is anticipated that the stock will come forward in splendid condition. All sections have been accorded splendid support, and the task of the judges will be no light one. Sheep Exhibits. In the sheep section, in which the entries total 419, chief interest will probably centre in English and Border Leicesters, which have commanded most attention for some years. Numerically the strongest section will be the Corriedales, which have come into favour of late. Romneys, Merinos and Southdowns will no doubt also attract attention. There has been a drop in the entry of cattle, but with such well-known breeders exhibiting as T. Sherriff, A. S. Elworthy, R. J. Edgar and W. J. Kellnd, it can be taken for granted that there will be nothing lacking in quality. The light horse section has never failed to draw a big crowd, and it is gratifying to the Association to know that the entries are practically on a par with those of last year. The hunter classes have been particularly well supported, and the public can look forward to some fine jumping. The ring is in splendid order, and the going should be to the liking of the hunters. Record Entry. In the adult cookery section, the entries constitute a record, while in the children’s classes the total falls very little short of the record year, 1929. The amusement section will be larger than usual, and several new and novel exhibits will be seen. The trade displays this year should also be a feature, and particular interest will attach to the display of secondary industries, which will feature exhibits in wool, flax, timber and basket-making. For the convenience of the public, arrangements have been made to broadcast results from the ring.