JUBILEE SHOW.

Star (Christchurch), Issue 10926, 15 November 1913, Page 9

JUBILEE SHOW.

"FAIR A GREAT SUCCESS

AND PRESIDENT PLEASED.

The Canterbury Agricultural and Pastoral Association decided, in this its jubilee year, to confer the highest honour, tho presidency, on Mr John Grigg, of Longbeach, "who, like his father before him, has been closely associated with tho agricultural and pastoral interests of this province When speaking to a reporter yesterday, Mr Grigg said that ho was delighted with the way things had gono. The weather had been satisfactory, and Mr Pembertou and his stalf had mado tho most completo arrangements. The sheep and cattle classes, said Mr Grigg, had filled up well, and were representative of the best tho province, could produce. He had been very pleased to" notice that tho English Leicesfers were of tho real old typo. In England itself, the typo had undergone a great alteration, but in New Zealand the breeders kept close to type, and if English breeders wanted to g'et back to tho true typo they would have to come to New Zealand to get it. The cattle classes were all good, and had been deservedly praised. The only classes among the horses that did not come up to expectations woro those for draughts. One or two prominent competitors were not showing this year, a. fact which ho mxich regretted. Asked if the strike had affected the show "in any %ay the president said that it had not had much effect, owing to; the farmors relying on the Association, carrying through the annual fixture. He could not speak too highly of the, loyal support which the farmers and others had accorded tho Association in the; face of conditions, which might at,least be termed threatening. , .

WITH THE JUDGES. BRIEF INTERVIEWS. Mr C. 0. T.' Rutherford, one of the judges, of, the- blade-shearing competition, speaking to a reporter, said tnat the work done was good throughout, eiil the competitors being good shearers. The task set the judges was a' difficult one> and it took them some time to divide the first two men. Strange as it might seem, several of the men, experienced - shearers, suffered from nervousness and could not get a good start. That was the case with their first sheep. By the time they had finished that one and started on the second they were all right, but could not pull up the points lost at tlio beginning. The judge of the Border Leicester ewes was Mr J. J. M'Orostie, jun., of Waikaia. When asked for an opinion of that section he said that there was little room for improvement in the' way in which the sheep were shown. The condition and quality right through were high. The aged ewes were exceptionally good and the champion ewe was as fine a Border Leicester ewo as he had seen for a long time. He lad seen the ewe a year ago but it had "improved considerably since 'then. The ewe hoggets formed a big class and the entries were of a uniformly high standard, The wool was good and- the type true. The whole section - was a. most creditable one and quite worthy of the Jubilee Show. Mr R. Latter, of Barry's Bay, who judged .the bullock.teams, said that the big crowd had a ' most, marked effect oiv'the bullocks and they really did not do their best work. The drivers also felt circumscribed, and perhaps the inability to use the'real " bullock " language made it more difficult for them to do their best work.

Mr- Ewan Campbell, of Wanganui, a judge of the harness horses, said that taken on the whole the horses had been-shown in-good condition. Quality varied, but some, very good horses entered the ring. Ho would place the general standard high and was" well pleased with what ho had seen._ Mr E". D'Auvergne, of Makikihi, one of the judges of the pig classes, said that the show was quite the finest within his recollection. The class for Berkshire sow under twelve months was one of the largest and one of the finest anyone could wish to see. The Berkshire and Yorkshire classes had each given the judges some trouble, so uniform was the quality. < The pigs were all shown in the very pink of condition, and for quality the sections were the best he had seen for years. The general standard was unsurpassable and the sections were well worthy of this or any show, . Dr. Maitland, one of the judges of the.cobs and ponies, and also of the competition for boy and girl riders, said that the ponies. were shown in good condition and formed a capital class. In Ithe competitions the riding had been exceptionally good' right through, and in one class the. judges had been unable to separate two of the competitors.

* lOTOK-CARS. ; YESTERDAY'S DISPLAY. ' ESTDIATED VALUE, £IOO,OOO. The motor-oar enclosure at the Show ' Ground., yesterday was really a little motor-car show in itself. At half-past one,,there were 164 cars in the enclosure;.'and "others were arriving every moment, At one time during the afternoon the total must have exceeded 200, sand ten cars were drawn up bebiud: marquees and booths. The cars in,:the.."enclosure were, for the most part, double-seated cars of good size and power. For every 6ingle-seated car -there" were at least ten doubleEeaters,..and.Eomo. of the biggest cars; handsome indeed. _ j Expert, who was asked to give an estimate of' thti average prico said that the absence of light American cars bring the average up considerably. Judged from the basis of today's prices, and keeping in mind the preponderance of large cars, he would Bay that the average retail price would b£ somewhere about £450. Taking this figure it is possible to I arrive approximately at the value of I the motor-cars on the ground between one and two o'clock yesterday. No, Value. £ Cars on diow ,46 19,255 ' Cars in enclosure . 161 ' 73,800 '.. Cars at. booths .-.107' .4,500 Totals ' . . 220 . JE97.555 As" has been stated, cars were arriving'every minute until nearly three o'clock, and the total value of the cars on the ground at that hour must easily have exceeded £IOO,OOO. (Published by Arrangement.) SCOTT BROTHERS, LIMITED. To many, the most interesting section of the show will bo that ,on which the "Atlas" Works make a display of a, fow of their many productions. Pride of place is naturally given to the "Atlas" range, which for forty years has been accepted as the premier range of the dominion. A range, as a rule, is void of beauty, but the modern nickel-plated "Atlas" range is _ at once the most useful and most admired article in the home, its superb finish warranting its claim to be regarded as tie aristocrat of all ranges. " Havo you seen the ' Atlas' rangeP" will certainly be the first remark when ladies meet in their perambulations round the skow, and it will be difficult to find any exhibit of more attractive power than these famous ranges.. Several lines of high-class tiled register grates are shown, the tiles being specially imported from the most renowned English potteries. A full stock of high-grade tiles is carried by iho , firm at all times, afforcliug clients a

practically unlimited choice of all that is host in this direction. It is now admitted th.it tho mantelpiece has much to do with tho " getup " of tho apartment, and those in search of something beyond tho ordinary will find an assortment of mantels sufficiently varied to satisfy tho most exacting taste. Oak mantel's are largely in favour where the purso is more gonorously proportioned than usual, and many of tho city's leading architects now stipulate for oak mantels for their specially exclusive contracts. Cabinets of natty designs with stained glass or hammered copper fittings are features of a range of mantels already in great demand, and of which several are set out for inspection. As originality of design is preferred to a standard typo of mantel, purchasers can havo their personal, tastes catered for, and their suggestions embodied in any of the mantels made at the "Atlas" Works. Within reasonable limits, this entails no addition to the cost—a point worth noting. For years tho "Atlas" Works havo enjoyed an enviable reputation for ornamental iron work, and entrance gates and fences are now ono of the firm's most important side lines. Dwarfing its lesser ;ieighbours is a massive double-ontrance gate swung on heavy castiron pillars, its neat design being blended with a solidity of material that ensures most enduring qualities. The completion of the city's electric scheme may bo expected to create a brisk demand for'current for domestic purposes, and Messrs Scott Brothers, Ltd., are apparently fully alivo to tho possibilities of tho future in this matter. Should power bo available, they will be in a position to make a display vicing in colour harmonies with a fairy fountain, as the world's markets have been scoured for shades of surpassing richness of tint and chasteness of style, an onterpriso that well deserves a full roward. Electrical cooking, lieathi£ and laundry appliances, have a space to themselves, and many visitors will doubtless be found taking stock of tho various fitments with a view to- haying them installed when the Lake Coleridge Scheme materialises. Taken all over, the "Atlas" exhibit yields nothing in point of variety and excellence to anything in the show, and tho directors of the firm are to be congratulated on having supplied tangible proof that the "Atlas" reputation for workmanship and enterprise still rests on substantial foundations.

W. B. SCOTT AND CO. AND THE STRIKE. Owing to the holding up of shipping at Wellington, W. B. Scott and Co. have been robbed of the opportunity of giving a display of high-grade motors at the Show. A photograph of one of the Vauxhall models suggests that if the car is, half wlwt it looks in the photograph there will be nothing here to live alongside it for appearance. The car is fitted with the very latest type of streamline body, a style quite apart from anything yet seen here. A long, sloping rakish bonnet gives a wonderful impression of speed and power, which is only too well borne out in competitions" and practical trials. Messrs. W. B. Scott and Co. are giving a magnificent display of Fiats, Vauxhalls, Regals and G.W.K. cars at their commodious garage in Gloucester Street, opposite the Theatre Royal. There are on show several of the latest uudorslung Regal cars, well-known for their wonderfully neat appearance, hillclimbing powers and luxurious riding. Thoy rango from £285 to £450 complete, and can be had with electrio self starter and lighting outfit, Tho Fiat Company is represented by a beautiful 15-20 h.p. Chassis *and a 12-15 3-seater. The new 15 b~p. 4k seator torpedo model, which sells at £450, is dotained in Wellington, but a very good idea of these excellent machines can be had from, tho models now on show.

The Vauxhall Company is represented by a 20 h.p. Touring Model, fitted with a beautiful streamline body and eloping bonnet painted aluminium, and finished in Prussian blue. This is the same model which won the famous Okains Bay Hill Climb. In last year's reliability trial, to Hannior and back, via Cheviot, it also secured the gold medal for reliabilitv and special prize for lowest petrol consumption, averaging thirty-five miles a gallon. This performance was repeated in. this year's trial to Kaikoura and back, in which the Vauxhall, put up easily the finest performance. In fact, W. B. Scott and Co. are agents who have never taken second place to any car for speed or hill climbing.

Tho "star" production of the Vauxhall Company is undoubtedly the " Prince Henry" model, which is on view, fitted with a racing body. This car made the fastest time in the Okain's Bay hill climb, and took second place on formula, tho first place going to its stable-mate, the 20 h.p. Touring Car. This is tho samo car that Mr Allen Doone was to have met on the Brighton beach with his 80 h.p. National racing -car, but he, for very good reasons, backed out at the last moment.

The " Prince Henry" Model is now equipped with a 25 h.p. engine, and is supplied with several types of ' very smart sporting bodies. A Brooklands certificate to lap that traok at over ninety miles per hour, can be had, as well as a three years' guarantee against defective parts. One of the smartest little Cycle-cars —the G.W.K.—is also to bo seen here. This car is fitted with a 2-cy'inder water-cooled engine, has a really good turn of speed, will do forty-five miles per gallon, and is quite a surprise on the hills. The price completo is £195. W. Jtf, Scott and Co. also stock Michelin Tyres, and carry the largest stock of accessories in the dominion, including Bosch magneto parts, electric horns, American and English spark plugs, syrens, exhaust whistles, zenith and White and Poppo carburettors, speed and distance recorders, and a •very largo assortment of the very latest lamps. _ An instructive hour can be spent in Scott's garage and show room by any person interested in motoring, and the firm will bo only too pleased to give visitors any information required. BROWN BROS., ENGINEERS. Messrs Brown Bros, have a very attractive display of electrical appliances and fittings, amongst which are included a vertical high-speed Blackstone kerosene engine driving a General Electric Company's generator, suitable for a largo country house in conjunction with' a storago battery. They also exhibit a small compact petroldriven lighting outfit capable of supplying ten twenty-candle-power lamps. One of the latest type of JSdison storage batteries, also a high tension, 6(3,000 volt, insulator and aluminium transmission lino as used by the Government in the Lake Coleridge power scheme, are also shown, and prove interesting exhibits. Messrs Brown Bros, also display Maloney's patent Vigilant automatic firo alarm, manufactured by them, which has been recently installed in the new Government buildings, and is shortly to be in several other buildings in tho city. This enterprising firm has a number of lighting and power installations on hand in preparation for tho carrying out of tho Lako, Coleridge- scheme, and is in a position to give quick delivery of all electrical equipment. Messrs Brown Bros., in addition, hold a huge stock of cooking and heating appliances, electrically heated irons, fans, wiring and cables, and an inspection of their showrooms would well repay the visitor. GEO. FISHER AND CO. Messrs Geo. Fisher and Co. are showing tho "Quenchoe" firo extinguisher and samples of brass and copper name plates and signs. Tho "Quencheo" extinguisher has many distinct advantages, foremost of which is its simplicity. It is impossible for the clevico to get out of order, as tho only moving part is a plunger, wliich, when

driven in, by a sharp rap, breaks a battle containing sulphuric acid. Tho acid mixes with tho solution in the body of tho extinguisher and the chemical action which takes places throws c 40ft jet. A few minutes is amnio time to refill tho '' Quenchee," «nd this may bo dono any number of times at a trifling cost. The tilling is non-corro-sive and perfectly harmless, and will koep indefinitely. Two styles are made, both light and easily handled. Tho houso " Quencheo " is conical in shape and holds two gallons, weighing only eight. x>ounds when tilled; it is capable of dealing with all ordinary conflagrations in the earlier stages. Oil, celluloid, petroleum, tar and benzine uro easily dealt with. Tho "Auto' : is cylindrical, to (it more easily in the car, but otherwiso is tho samo as the house machine. The range of brass and coppor niimo plates is a comprehensive one, comprising all styles ot plates suitable for professional or business use, and should attract a good deal of attention.

NORTH BRITISH RUBBER COMPANY, LTD.

In these days of keen competition in rubber goods the wan of experience knows that a reliable brand is the best commercial proposition, and consequently he realisos that this worldfamed Rubber Company's goods must havo first consideration. Visitors to the Show will not completo their rounds until thoy inspect tho well displayed result of the best British workmanship on tho 1 above Company's exhibit in tho Produce Shed. "Clincher tyres" that are -vorldfamed are one of the special features o.f the display, and the user of any high-grade tyro will bo able to inspect cycle, motor-cycle and motor-car tyres and compare quality and prices with competitive lines. Here tho visitor will see,solid tyres for _ vehicles, solid band tyres for lorries, garden hose, belting, rubber matting, and motor hood cloth, which is all made by this noted Rubber Company. Messrs Hayward Bros, and Co., Ltd. ; who are tho solo agents for the dominion, report that the large demand for the North British Rubber Company's goods proves that tho residents in this country have recognised their value. MADDREN BROS., CHRISTCHURCH. Th 9 enterprising firm of M-iddren Bros, is pneo again to the fore with their exhibit of high-grade flax and Manila ropes arid binder twine. Quality must not bo sacrificed to meet competition is one of the rules 01 this firm and the result is that they are famous throughout the dominion as the most reliable manufacturers of ropes and binder twine. Every farmer visiting tho show should inspect the interesting display of the firm's manufactures in the Industrial Shed. Here they will see the class of goods they can always obtain, by insisting on tho name of Maddren Bros. At Palmerston North last week the first prize for New Zealand flax was carried off by this firm, who beat all the competitors in tho dominion. _ There is always one thing to be considered in buying ropes or binder'twine and that is to purchase the best, and if visitors to the show make a point of specifying Maddren Bros, when purchasing they will not be disappointed, HENRY J. RANGER. In a largo tent just inside tho gates a number of 1913 Ford cars were exhibited by Henry J. Ranger, Christchurch agent for these popular cars. The sign over the tent is very "effective and consists of a winged pyramid in blue* with '»Ford, tho Universal Car," in bold gold letters across it and to tho right and left of the sign appears the following inscriptions:— 1913 output, 200,000 cars; 1914 output, 300,000 cars, The two-seater is a very pretty model fitted with all latest improvements. Tho five-seater models aro very popular, judged by the New I Zealand sales, which totalled 637 last | year and for this year aro estimated at 1000. The centre of attraction ; the Ford chassis, showing its exceedingly light frame work, unique and simple design, makes one ponder on the marvellous strength of this all vanadium steel masterpiece of Henry Ford's. It is stated that this firm is turning out cars at the rate of 1000 per day._ Mr Ranger reports doing _ good _ business, the Fords _ fully maintaining their registered title, " the universal car." OAVERHTLL SHEARING AND MACHINERY AGENCY CO., LTD. The Caverhill Shearing and Machinery Agency Co., Ltd., has on its stand tho Caverhill silent gear shearing machine, which is locally manufactured. The firm also shows the Cooper Little Wonder portable shearing outfit for two men, a plant very popular with owners of small flocks. Both machines were' doing good work yesterday, and attracted a considerable crowd of visitors. . ROVER MOTOR-CYCLE. Mr Jack Suckling, of Manchester Street, has suffered slightly through his new season's shipment of Rover motor-cycles being delayed by the strike, but by the courtesy of his clients he has been able to exhibit some machines and also the Speedy cyclo which Phil O'Shea rode when he won the Timaru-Christchurch Road Race. The Rover is so popular among motor-cyclists that it is not in need of any extensive advertising. The long list of tests, reliability runs, and hill climbs that have been won by users of this famous machine speaks volumes for its capabilities. Tho Rover holds tho twenty-four hours record for England, the twelve hours record for Australia, and others too numerous to mention. The various honours of the machine are well known. The old 1911 model of the' Rover was a beautiful and superbly built machine, but the model of 1913 is much more superior. Perhaps what strikes one most is the silence of tho Rover. With this machine it is possible to bo as eulogistic as one likes and then not exaggerate. Nothing adds more to the popularity of motor-cycles than their quietness, and it is for this reason that tho Rover besides being a joy to its rider is doing the motor-cycle business a very definite service. Now a word for the Speedy cycle. The Timaru-Christchurch Road Race is still fresh in the minds of tho public, and Phil O'Shea's famous win is even more so. The fact that he rode a "Speedy" is not to bo too lightly passed over. O'Shea has consistently ridden a " Speedy " now in all bicycle races, and though he has tried other makes ho is a thorough believer in this splendid, easy-running, and wellbuilt machine. Over £IOOO has now been won by Phil O'Shea on his "Speedy." Visitors to the show today should inspect the display of Messrs Storey; and Co., whore tho Rover motor-cycle and the " Speedy " machine may bo inspected. THE CHRISTCHURCH MEAT COMPANY, LIMITED. On tho main pathway from Lincoln Road, just insido tho gates, on tho left is a tastefully arranged display of " C.M.C." brand table produced and displayed by the Christchurch Meat Company, Limited. Sheeps' tongues in lib and 21b tins, and in lib glass jars, mingle with tins of various kinds of canned meats, relieved hero and there by tho white of attractive porcelain jars, containing the well-known " C.M.C." brand extract of meat. On all theso goods is to bo seen plainly marked the "C.M.C." brand, which, it is justly claimed, is the hall-mark of purity and quality. Extract of moat, which the company is making a speciality, is rapidly rising in public favour, its superiority over tho imported brands of moat extracts and beef teas being universally recognised. The use of " C.M.C." extract of meat is being extended to include the flavouring of soups, sauces, gravies, etc., a use for which it is proving ominently satisfactory. Of wcat interest to the farming

community is tho fino showing of "Eelipso" brsincl fertilisers, which iucludu tho following specially prepared mixings for this crops mentioned';—lslington grain fertiliser, for wheat, barley and oats; Islington rape fertiliser, for rape, grass and green crops; Islington ' B" turnip fertiliser, for light land; Islington "G" turnip fertiliser, for p;ood land; Islington "M" turnip forti'isor, for heavy hind; Islington " I}," turnip fertiliser, for wet land; Islington potalo fertiliser; Islington mangel fertiliser: Islington superphosphate; Islington bonedust; Islington special mixing fertiliser (half superphosphate, half bonedust). As an indication of tho extent to which Canterbury farmers avail themselves of sciontifio methods of agriculture, it. is stated that the company's annual output of manures is about 5000 tons.

Among other items of interest on tho stand aro samples of Noatsfoot oil, show-cards, illustrative of the company's productions of table delicacies, and diplomas showing that " G.M.C." goods mora than hold their own in all 'parts of the world. Mention should certainly not be omitted of n very fino pair of horns, which crowns a very line display indeed. " A CHARIOT FOR A KING." MR WILLIAMSON'S PERAMBULATORS. There can ho nothing; in Canterbury so really high-class and up-to-date in the peramublator line as tho exhibit mado by Mr C. J.-Williamson at tho Show. All visitors to the Show stopped to admire the beautifully-finished and brightly-painted baby carriages in tho stand, while go-carts, invalid chairs and other wheeled vehicles arrested the cyo. Mr Williamson's oxhibit had an added value because everything shown was of his own manufacture, and the typos wore essentially now. Art shades, ■solid and pneumatic tyres, with the latest mudguards and tangent wheels with ball bearings were leading features. It is stated by Mr Williamson that he has over sixty different models in prams and ten in pushcarts, w ; hilo among numerous styles of invalid chairs there is one - especially adapted for invalids to propel from one room to another without any assistance. Another notable feature of the display was the now famous " Pluuket Hood." Mr Williamson's firm was selected from the pram-makers to manufacture tho patent hygienic hood designed by Lady Plunket, and ho has the distinction of holding the sole rights of maufacture. Leading doctors all recommend the hood as a means of bringing up sturdy infants, and the work done by Mr Williamson in making these hoods alone is sufficient proof of his popularity with the public. In addition to many years' experience here, this '■ producer of prams" _ has tho added advantage of knowing where the best market for the purchase of his material is to be found, and in England he has the people behind him to give the most useful hints on tho latest ideas. One has only to inspect the ; comfortable, easy-running and hygienic prams in his display to understand to the full the popularity of his products. The introduction of the latest English boatshape perambulator marks a new epoch in baby carriages. These aro made in different shades of English and French colours, in tho finest three-ply wood. This construction ensures a minimum of weight and a maximium of hard wear and tear. There are over thirty different 6tyles to choose from, all of which may bo seen at Mr Williamson's show-rooms in Colombo Street. VACUUM OH, COMPANY. The Vacuum Oil Company Prop., Ltd.'s exhibit is well worth a visit The cooking demonstration with New Perfection Blue Flame Stores proves that ono is not dependent on coal for domestic use, as nothing could be more appetising than the scones,, cakes, etc , baked in the ovens. Whito Rose keroseno is used in these stoves, and this oil is also recommended for use in Perfection Room Heaters, Rays Lamps, and which" are also shown.' This company's Gargoyle brand is very prominent, and is a guarantee of the highest possible grade of lubricating oil, and this is particularly noticeable in the exhibit of Mobiloils, where different oils, suitable for various motorcars, are shown in handsomo one and four-gallon cans. Pratt's petroleum spirits are shown, and emphasis is given to the different coloured labels wliich represent the different spirits. The Yellow Label Motor Spirit is known by all motorists and its value recognised. Whenever possible New Zealand-made cans aro used, and these do credit to our country. Visitors will also be impressed by the number of oils and tho manner in which by-, products of petroleum are manufactured into wax, axle grease, compound greaso for cars, etc. Altogether this is an instructive exhibit, and the Vacuum Oil Company are to be complimented on the thorough manner in which it is carried out. STEEL BROS. Ralli carts aro specialised by Messrs Steel Bros., ooachbuilders in Lincoln Road. This firm is one of the oldest established in Christchurch. It began business in 1878, ancLhas now grown to be one of the leading coach-building factories. This year has beon exceptionally good, and Mr Steel stated that tho increased motor traffic had not affected the trade, as most people might be led to believe. The best examples in the oxhibit are the Ralli vehicles. They present a most pleasant appearance, and carefully and well-designed, and the best of labour, knowledge and material is put into the work. Tho designs and colours are also artistic. One which is painted royal blue, and outlined in yellow, has the best leather cushions, patent Champion seat slide, Sarven wheels, rubbertyred, a Oollinge axle, Dennett springs, with silver-mounted Lamps and fittings. Another, which is of similar make, only with a smaller size wheel, is green and black, with a fino lino of green. The Ralli dog-cart is also painted green and black, and has all the qualities of the other vehicles. Rubber-tyred tray gigs are exhibited, and contain the same good points, and aro as skilfully built. Painted wine-colour and lined in yellow and black, they are indeed worthy of special mention. A " Governess" car is also deserving of praiso. It is painted a red shade, lias a Collingo axle, Elliptic springs, wdth nickel mounting and lamps complete, and is suitable for a cob of fourteen or fifteen hands. A pony governess cart is another exhibit that had a very good appearance. For ordinary purposes these iron-shod tray gigs aro exhibited. Tho mountings and specialities aro of similar nature and quality to the other vehicles mentioned. The spindle tray gig, with Dutch cushions, in red and black is very serviceable. A spring dray to carry 25cwt and two light spring drays conclude the list of vehicles in the' excellent display' of modern coaoh-building. Tho oxhibit is situated on the main drive, not far from tho entrance, and intending buyers of gigs or carts should mako it their busi- 5 , riess to visit this undoubtedly fino dis-' play. FARMERS' COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION. The exhibit of _ the Farmers' Cooperative Association .would be a refreshing sight on a cold day. There aro rugs of all descriptions, all of Petone wool, and to feel their texture was sufficient to convince anyone of their excellent qualities in retaining the caloric of cold persons. A splendid example is the Duchess rug, one of tho class of which a samplo was presented to the Duchess of Cornwall and sTork on the occasion of her visit to New Zealand. The Saxony Maud rug is another excellent article, and there is a range of different varieties sufficient to givo scopo to even tho most fastidious of persons to choose from. The eyes of ladies are gladdened by the sight of several exceedingly neat and well-made costumes, in Pctono serge, and there is another assortment of costumes in fancy tweeds. JEYHS FLUID. This is an age of war against the

microbe, and it is well known that tho ! great improvement in surgery of recent ypars has been largely due to tho ! effective measures taken to safeguard against the, deadly germ. However, the' doctors can do iittlo if tho patients do not do something in the way of cleanliness, and the increasing use of disinfectant materials in tho housos of the people is saving lives every day, and making the homes brighter, Few disinfectants aro so well known as Jeycs Fluid, which is recognised by all authorities to bo one of tho finest preparations of its kind on the market. The exhibit being shown by Mr A, 0. Nottingham of the preparations of the Joyes Sanitary Compounds Company (should appeal very forcibly to tho public in these days of practical disinfection. Tbo chief feature of tho exhibit is, of course, tho famous Fluid, l'orhaps the most striking fact which can bo adduced as a reason for a belief in its efficacy as a preventer of disease is that _it is used in the Royal household. It is certain that tho best, and tho very best, to be obtained, will be used in that quarter. Tho medical profession has endorsod it, and in a most effective manner, for, at the recent International Medical Congress in London tho gold medal was received by the Jeyes firm. In horticultural ivashos tho firm is again to tho fore. At the Royal International Horticultural Exhibition in London they secured the gold medal, and an excellent exhibit of the horticultural preparations is provided on the ground. They include washes for the destruction' of green fly and mildew on rose and other trees, and are a preparation that no horticulturist should be without. ANGLO-SWISS CONDENSED MILK COMPANY. Foods, condensed milk, cocoa mid chocolate comprise the exhibit of tho Anglo-Swiss Condensed Milk Company, which has a prominent stand at the beginning of tho main drive. The array is imposing and a speciality is made of Kohlor's cocoa, of which samples aro presented to visitors. This cocoa is celebrated for its' purity and solubility, and is made in strict accordance with tho Pure Food Act of New Zealand. Tins of cocoa and milk, chocolato"and milk, and coffee and milk .are also exhibited. No milk or sugar is required when preparing those articles for the table, and they can be made, it is stated, in tho exceedingly small time of one second. For infants and invalids, and especially children under six months, Nestle's foods aro proclaimed to ho of the utmost value, and the famous Milkmaid brand of condensed milk and also Nestle's condensed milk is exhibited. Tho whole exhibit is pleasingly arranged and demonstrations will bo given at intervals by Miss K. Edmond, who has travelled through New Zealand exhibiting these chocolates and cocoas. Free cups of cocoa and samples will be given away to-day afld to-morrow. DRESDEN PIANO COMPANY. Tho strains of "Tho Quaker Girl" coming from a commodious marquee near the secretary's office, drew a knot of music lovers to the exhibit of the Dresden Piano Company, where an extensive array of pianos and gramophones was to be seen. In the centre dais is a very fine grand piano, manufactured by Messrs Steinway and Sons, and finished in a richly figured rosewood case. There is also an upright John Broadwood and Sons grand piano, in a rosewood case with a satinwood banding. Lipp and Sons have also an upright grancl in a choice figured walnut case. There aro two models of pianos bv the well known English firm of Wm. "Sames. The well-known and favourite Bohm piano is also represented by two models of fine tone and excellent workmanship and finish. These instruments are also in handsome walnut cases. Tho cheaper priced instruments are represented _ by exhibits of pianos made by the Moissner and Kirchner firms of Berlin. A feature of the exhibition is a very fine mechanical played made by Collinson, of London. Tho tempo is regulated by an ingenious but simple device, and the machine is so free from intricacy that it can be worked by anyone. The music could not bo distinguished by anyone v outside the marquee from that produced by human hands, and the technique, or course, was faultless. Tho instrument is complete with all the latest _ improvements in pianO players, and is beautifully finished throughout, while the player works evenly and smoothly. Two very fine samples of Bell and Company's organs are shown, and the Imperial Organ Company of Canada is also represented. Gne of the most interesting exhibits is a " His Master's Voice" gramophone, by the Gramophone Company of London. It is a cabinet and there is therefore no horn in evidence. The whole exhibit is an excellent ono { and during the period of the show musical numbers will be given by tho assistants in charge. WERTHEIM SEWING MACHINES. Messrs E. Reeco and Sons,_ Ltd., have an excellent display in the main building of the famous Wertheim Sewing Machines. These well known machines have been old favourites in Christchurch for many years and some are still giving faithful service, ' and have been in use for over thirty years. All ladies are interested in sewing, and the exhibit is well worth a visit. Among the prominent features of tho latest models is tho fact that they sew backwards and forwards. The great advantage of this will not require to bo explained to anyone who is accustomed to using a sewing machine. In the very latest model the head has been considerably enlarged, and more room is provided under the longer arm, giving greater ease and freedom in working. The number of parts has been reduced to the minimum, consequently there is no friction and nothing to get out of order. A new system of ball-bearings embodied in the stand gives absence of vibratipn and exceptionally light running qualities. The excellence of the cabinet work is a feature and these machines are handsome pieces of furniture. The Wertheim line includes machines for every purpose and the Wertheim Boot Arm is very favourably known, as the largo number in use testifies. ADAMS, LTD.'S STAND. It has always been the aim of Messrs Adams, Ltd., to make their display of automobiles at the Metropolitan Show tho parallel, on a small scale of course, of the big motor show held at Olympia, London, in tho same month. Tho Olympia Show sets tho motoring fashions for the coming year, and Messrs Adams, Ltd., have striven to perform, in their November Show display, a similar service for the motoring public of this dominion. To realise how far the firm has been successful in attaining its'ideal on this occasion it is necessary to refer to tho brief cable message regarding tho Olympia Show published in the " Lyttelton Times" a few days ago, The message stated inter alia that improvements were principally devoted to electric lighting, springing, and seating. Now those three items are matters in which tho '" Silent Knight Minerva/' threo magnificent specimens of which aro shown, scored very heavily. They aro not tho most important points about tho Minerva, however. The Minerva bases its claim to be absolutely without a peer in all motordom, firstly on superiority of materials and design, secondly on tho fact that tho Minerva firm is admittedly tho manufacturer of absolutely the best Silent Knight engines over constructed, and thirdly on the unique beauty and luxury which characterise these splendid cars. Although distinctive and graceful in appearance, ', making a subtle appeal to the aisthetic faculties of the cultured and experi- ■ enced motorist, the Minerva designers have eschewed tho freakish and outre. ■ There is nothing " beaky " about tho car. The whole body flows in graceful yacht-like lines from the tapered bonnet to the roar, without a single gable or cornice to break the .symmetry and tsimulicitv of a masterpiece of body-do-

signing. In such matters as iipholstory, sectional wind-screens, and all the little refinements of luxury which mako tho perfect car, the Minerva attains a beauty of iinisli quite unequalled. Massive strength is attained without poiiderousness, beauty of lino without, any departure from the best mechanical principles.

To revert momentarily to the matter of springing. In Belgium, where the Minerva is built, tho roads are cobble paved. The springing has to be flawless, and the result is that the Minerva is the most comfortably sprung car in tho world. In the master of electric lighting, all Minerva cars, are fitted with tho renowned " C.A.V." dynamo and lamps, the finest lighting equipment ever placed on a car. The seating is designed with refinements and improvements which add both to the comfort, utility and durability of the car. The Minerva is comparatively a high-priced car, but it is. practically everlasting, and needs no repairs.

Tho models shown on the Adams stand comprise a 14-20 three-seater car, with' Charlesworth body, finished in cream, a 14-20 h.p. five-eeator car also finished in cream, with wind-screens to both front and rear seats, and a magnificent 26-50 h.p. five-seater car with sporting touring body. This last car with equipment is probably the most expensive in the show, costing but a little short of £IOOO, The Minerva cars are sold on an honest and muchappreciated system. To the London list price is added merely the cost of importation, thus assuring the purchaser of a square deal. Coming now to cars whose leading attribute is their wonderful value for the very moderate price at which they are sold., here, the Adams stand shows those standard American cars, the Studebakers. The Studebaker, as everyone knows nowadays, is a car built on English and Continental, hues, produced in enormous quantities, backed by a great reputation, and proved by actual tests in New Zealand to be one of the strongest and most reliable cars over placed on the roads of the dominion. The latest model Studebakers are right plumb up-to-date. In the Olympia Show electric self-starters ruled the roost. The 35 h.p. Studebaker is fitted with the Warner electric self-starter, the most reliable of all self-starters. Not only that, but it has its own electric lighting dynamo and lamps. Its equipment is remarkably up-to-date, and includes all those littlo refinements in connection with hoods and wind-screens, seating any upholstery which go to make up the firstclass modern car. The 35 h.p. Studebaker has seats for six. As shown on the Adams stand, with full equipment, it sells here at £395. The 25 h.p.' four-five seater Studebaker, a magnificent little car with a sterling record, sells, complete as shown, for £295, and the two-seater, a smart and dainty car of wonderful durability and power, for £290.

The day of the' small car is with the car whose principal feature is economy, both in first cost and upkeep. In this sphere the Adams stand displays the celebrated ClemontBayard cars. The product of one of the most celebrated manufacturers in the world,' these cars, by their simplicity, their durability, and their lightness attain the maximum of efficiency with a minimum of attention and expenditure. The 10-15 h.p. four-seater model complete as shown, sell 6 at £370; the 8-12 h.p. two-seater, also complete, at £285. . In the motor-cycle section tho Adams firm is represented by the leaders of the motor-cycling world, the Triumph and B.S.A. The Triumph is shown in the latest models with free engine, fixed engine or three-speed gear. G. B. Brown's sensational record from Christchurch to Kaikoura and back, made on a three-speed Triumph, will be fresh in the memory of all motorcyclists. The letters " 8.5.A." have become a synonym for mechanical perfection, and the B.S.A. motor-cyolo, though comparatively a new arrival on the market has already made for itself an enviable reputation, both in Britain and New Zealand. Of the " Swift" cycles, shown in the latest models, it is not necessary to say much. The consistent successes scored by "Swift" riders in the Timaru-Christchurch road race and other road races and in sprint events, have demonstrated its popularity with the speed men, the keenest judges of merit in cycles. The prices range from £l2 10s up, and easy terms can be arranged. "Star" cycles, now priced at the ridiculously low sum of £7 10s, have been beforo the people of New Zealand for twenty-four years, and have retained a magnificent reputation for the whole of that period. They are as popular to-day as they ever were.

ANDREWS AND BEAVEN, LTD. This firm specialise in machinery for handling the farmers' crops alter ho has harvested them, and for turning them into products which he can put to good useful account. Their threshers mako tho produce of the land available in the form of sacks of grass seed, bags of wheat to go to the millers to turn into flour for mankind, oats for their horses, or peas to bo later on sent to tho Old Country. Tho farmers are constantly asking for these machines, so that thoy can do their work when it best suits them. The largest thresher made by the firm, and capable of threshing eighty bushels per hour, is shown. A special selfcontained engine and thresher, made as light as possible £0 that it can bo 6ledged up and down tho hills of Akaroa, is a midget in comparison, but it lias threshed from so-enty to eighty bags of cocksfoot in ouu day. Users say that not only is tho work dono quickly and when tho seed is most fit for threshing, but that more is secured out of the. straw, and _ tho exertion required is less. This is a well-mado littlo machine that is being well received on Banks Peninsula. The horses of Australia depend largely on oaten sheaf chaff for nourishment, and Andrews and Beaveu havo always been to tho foro to provide _ machines for this work. It is recognised that their machines havo reduced tho cost of cutting chaff to about one-third of what it was before their travelling sclfbaggiug chaffcutter was placed on tho market, and many thousands of them have been manufactured in Christchurch and sent to all parts of New Zealand, Australia, Cape Colony, India, the Argentine and even England itself. Two new types appeal for the favourable recognition of farmers at this show, being improved varieties of the '•Commonwealth" machines_ hitherto sent out by the firm. Their advantages aro numerous, and will be gladly

explained by the representatives of the firm. Of the forty-eight different kinds of chaffcutters mado by the firm, ten are shown on the ground to-day. Threshers and chaffcutters roquiro power to drivo them, and this the firm provide lu a long lino of "Blackstone " oil engines, varying in size from a 3 h.p. up to a portable 13 horsepower. Those engines have had a good sale in New Zealand, and are wollknown all over the dominion for their simplicity, reliability and economy. Customers say they cut chaff for 4d a ton, shear sheep for did per hundred, milk eighty-five cows for Gd a day, pump 1000 gallons of water for a penny. These engines are British made, and very durable; even when not too w;ell looked after they stick to their - job and get through with it. Another leading speciality of the firm is seed cleaning machinery. Last year they made a large exhibit of this class of machinery; this year they have been exceedingly busy with this class of machinery and have not had time to send much to the show. A farmer's "A.1." all-round cleaner, capable of cleaning all, that a farmer grows, and fitted with elevator for bagging the clean seed, will appeal to all farmers who wish to 60w clean grain. The merchants aro catered for with ono of the firm's " Re-Cleaners," which will clean out the last bit of good seed from what would otherwise be considered rubbish. The firm are also Ehowing crushers, grinders, firewood saw benches and potato-sorters. H. ANBERSON. The invasion 'of the farm with tho petrol engine to tho displacement of the horse is only a matter of time, consequently a good deal of interest is certain to be centred in the " Ivel" agricultural motor exhibited by Mr H. Anderson, The tractor is remarkably small and compact for the twenty-four horse-power it will develop, and it has proved capable of doing satisfactory work of any kind on the farm where mechanical power is required. It wdl drive any class of machinery from a cream separator to a threshing combine, and on the high-gear will travel 6ix to seven miles an hour drawing five tons and a half on the flat. For ploughing and harrowing it has proved admirable, its light weight of 37cwt empty and 2 ton l£cwt with its full load, including the driver, distributed over three broad wheels, permitting it being worked on land already ploughed. Trials have proved that about eight acres and a half can be ploughed in eight hours on a benzine consumption of eleven gallons. The working parts of the engine are securely closed from dust, and are so simple and reliable that any farm-hand of ordinary intelligence can very quickly become expert in the management ol the tractor, fin the same stand is exhibited tho Perfection grain and grassseed grader and cleaner. The farmer ■who aims to make the very best of his land knows how important it is that the seed of any description that he sows should be clean and of the best quality. With a Perfection grader ho can rely on having absolutely clean seed graded to tho best quality. _ The machine will do all equally well with a large variety of ' seeds, removing all impurities. The 4-h.p. Portable Lister benizne engine, Sandow two-cycle oil engine and agricultural oils and ploughshares are also on the 6tand. ' JOHN CHAMBERS AND SON, LTD. Messrs John Chambers and Son, Ltd., have the following exhibits on their stand:—3l B.H.P. Tangye oil engine mounted on sledge, 5 B.H.P. Tangye benzine engine, 9 B.H.P. Tangye oil (portable) engine, 3in Tangye Tan-Gyro centrifugal pump, 6ft Samson windmill, American steel split pulleys and engineers' sundries, and Poilite asbestos building sheets and Poilite roofing tiles. This exhibit is bristling with points of interest to the farmer, engineer and builder. Portable engines are a necessity for tho successful farmer. '. A 31 h.p. Tangye oil engine can be conveyed anywhere (ready to ~'work) on a sledge, and the big 9 h.p. is on a low-down four-wheeled carriage, affording a wonderful comparison with a cumbersome steam portable or traction. For irrigation and pumping purposes the famous Tan-Gyro pump and the Samson windmill aro well known, both for their excellent work and their economy. Every engineer knows tho. value of American steel split pulleys, and these can be inspected in detail and are well worth the time. Tho builder, domestic and industrial, may see on this stand tho material to 6et him thinking. Poilite is a substitute forbrick, wood or slate, eight feet long by four feet wide, and can be worked like timber and yet is cheaper. W. STRANGE AND CO. Strange's furnishing exhibit at the Show was a great centre of attraction, and rightly so, because it would be hard to find a more tasteful exhibit of its kind. Six rooms were devoted to it, each portraying some particular colour harmony or special design in furniture. The sightseer is first impressed by the preponderance of oak used. This enduring and serviceable timber is deservedly popular, and the exhibit of W. Strange and Co., Ltd., shows that they aro in the forefront to meet the demands of the public. The first display shows a sitting-room, tho furniture being of the most modern designs, built for strength, comfort and attractiveness, quite at variance with tho fragile stylo which was in favour a few years ago. The colour scheme in room No. 1 is particularly good, the soft shade of green in tho covering of tho furniture harmonising perfectly with tho handsomo Persian carpot. _ Strange's havo an cnviablo_ reputation for originality of design in furniture, and room No. 2 shows somo splendid specimens which savour strongly of tho o seen in pood English homes. The sideboard, beautifully inlaid, attracted much attention, and the dining chairs, while of tho simplest design, matched splendidly. A superb Axminster carpet in delightful shades of brown and green contrasted excellently with the whole, giving an air of solid comfort. Fumed oak is very popular just now, and in the third room, to the right of the entrance, was shown an artisticallyfurnished dining-room, quite the ideal foi the modern bungalow. The furnishing in this room was simplo and in good taste, but inexpensive. A very charming idea for bedroom furnishing was also shown. Tho neatness and proportion of the furniture was so correct that there was an entire absence of that heaviness which is so often imparted to bedroom furniture when made of oak. A feature of this exhibit was the gracefully-shaped truo ova! mirrors and a plain art carpet,

pink in colour, which contrasted pleasantly with the fumed oak. Another room shows a bedroom fiiiite in tho Shoraton stylo, made of mahogany, inlaid with satinwood- This f-tylo, although two hundred years old, has always been more or less in vogue. Thissuite was designed with a view to 'retaining the main features of the work of Sheraton, and only a firm catering for the highest class of art furniture could have carried out tho work so successfully. Tho last of the six rooms comprising Strange's exhibit shows a bedroom suite distinctly modern and original The workmanship shows that an expert has conceived tho spirit of the designer in the making. A toilettable with a circular mirror is quite a departure from the stereotyped style, and tho floor covering, an attractive Brussels carpet, satisfactorily completes a very elegant style of bedroom furnishing. No one viewing this exhibit of Strange*s could fail to be impressed with the quality of their work, and prospective buyers of furniture could not do better than a,sk the assistance of this reliable firm when about to furnish. Every piece of furniture shown in the exhibit was manufactured at their own steam factory, and patrons of St m ride's are thus patronising local industry. JONES DROS., LTD. Like several other exhibitors, Jones Bros., Ltd., felt the effects of tho strike somewhat severely, as some of the new models of motor-cycles and accessories did not arrive in time for the show. Nevertheless, the display in tho big tent was one of tho best on tho ground, and was a credit to tho firm, 'i'horo was a most comprehensive exhibit of "push" cycles manufactured by tho firm, as well as a fine assortment of tyres and fitments generally, It was a thousand pities that the new shipment of tho latest models of the well-known King Dick motors did not" como to hand, for it would have been of absorbing interest to the vast and ever-increasing army of motor-cyclists. ;Nevertheless, tho best had been done under the circumstances to satisfy the public, and a comprehensive range of "King Dicks" was staged in a particularly attractive manner. The models ranged from the standard fixed gear 3i h.p. machines, to the latest § h.p. twin with three-speed hub gear, the latter being a real "go anywhere" mount, and almost the ideal cycle for propelling a side-car over roads of all sorts. Tho now model King Dicks have many compelling features, and the finish of these machines is first-class. The engine is a particularly good piece ..of-' work, the casting of the cylinders being clean and the radiating fins thin and efficient. The'aluminium work of the crank case and timing gear is_ well finished, and the whole engine is an engineer's job throughout. The King Dick has proved itself a thoroughly reliable proposition on the road, and for colonial conditions it has been found just the thing. Messrs Jones Bros, 'show an excellent selection of tyres and motor-cycle accessories, the former being of all weights and suitable for both the front wheels and the back of light and heavy outfits. Among the accessories the enthusiast can spend a pleasant; " half -hour examining the latest things' in lamps, horns, speedometers, etc., and last, but not least, a good stock of engine spares is shown and the man who does the most work on the roads know how necessary it is to have such a resource to fall back on in time of trouble.