Greytown Horticultural Society.

Wairarapa Standard, Volume XIX, Issue 2003, 10 December 1886, Page 2

Greytown Horticultural Society.

The clerk of the weather appears to have a " down ” upon all shows connected with Agricultural, Horticultural and Industrial pursuits, and when he happens to forget one he visits the next with the vials of his wrath. On Wednesday night be sent out old Boreas in his windy chariot, who did bis best to blow down fences, strip trees, and knock all unprotected pot plants to pieces. He kept up his frolics during yesterday morning and on one occasion nearly managed to carry off the secretary’s hat and all the papers connected with the Exhibition. Having blown himself out (Boreas, we mean, not the Secretary) there were ominous frowns from the mountains on the west, and it looked as if the day was to be wet. But it held off until 7 o’clock in the evening, and then ii was but a small drizzle, which, while persons living at a distance would not run the risk of a “ ducking,” did not prevent n large attendance from the township. But notwithstanding all this to scene at the Town Hall at an early hour 3 a busy one, putting one in mind of an English market day, when the growers of vegetables, fruit and flowers struggle to get into their places and dispose of their stock. From different points came traps laden with beautiful flowers and samples of delicious fruit ; while others carried their exhibits carefully in their arms. Lads and lasses were there too, with specimens of their handiwork, and as they gained admission to the ball they made for the Secretary, who was truly “ up to his eyes in business,” receiving entries, and giving to each numbered tickets to affix to their exhibits. Then there were the stagers who took the exhibits, and in a very systematic way worked order out of chaos by classing and placing in proper order the fruit, flowers, fancy work, &o. And when everything was arranged, Pomona and Flora, the fabled goddess of fruit and flowers respectively must have looked upon the offering with extreme satisfaction. The beauties of nature were there in rich profusion, and it seemed a pity that the first horticulturist, Cain, was so unsuccessful in his offering. He was really the first unsuccessful competitor. Everything being in readiness, in came the judges with scrutinising looks, who slowly and carefully passed from one exhibit to the other, leaving their opinions behind them. When their work was finished they partook of some substantial refreshment at the hands of Mr Barratt, who year after year has provided the creature comforts in addition to increasing the attractions of the Show by his contributions of flowers. It was pleasing to note that the judges spoke in the most complimentary terms of the quality of the exhibits, and while the quality spoke of the care and attention of the various exhibitors, it must be admitted that the quantity was in a very great measure due to the activity and zeal of Mr C. Higgins, the Secretary, for he bestowed a great amount of labor upon the work, and canvassed in all quarters for small sums for special prizes. The response, too, on the part of the part of the public was hearty and liberal, and this, with the combination of a committee who were determined to throw new life into the Society, and downright hard work by the Secretary, made the Spring Show of 1886, as a whole, a marked success. We say “on the whole,” because if there was a deficiency in one department it was made up in another. Visitors were struck with the small display of pot plants. The truth was that the hurricane which blew yesterday prevented several exhibitors from bringing in their plants. To have exposed them for but a few moments in such a wind would have stripped them of their leaves and probably destroyed the plants. Mr Kempton, jun., and Mr Barratt, both of Moroa, and Mr A. Booth, of Carterton, have been large exhibitors at past shows, but yesterday they were conspicuous by their absence, and the tables devoted to pot plants were not filled. As far as the Horticultural part of the Exhibition is concerned it was not a success. The poultry exhibition was a novelty and was all that could be desired as a first attempt, but there was some dissatisfaction last eveuing when the great crowd of visitors found that this department had been removed late in the afternoon. No doubt it would have had special attractions for many, but when it is considered that the birds came from all distances, it must be conceded that >■ feeling cl humanity)would prompt the owm. to release thezn from their close confinemet 3 soon as practicable. As an illustration ot the pa ver of the wind yesterday we may ht-e mention that Mr McKenzie, of Masterton bad one of his oeops blown clean off the carrier van on the way down to the Show, This gentleman sent some grand fowls that would prove a credit ro any district where they might be bred. Mr W. G, King, of Carterton, forwarded his fine specimens! and they certainly, most especially the Plymouth Rooks, were greatly admired. Mr R. A. Wakelin exhibited a pair of black Spanish, and they were justly awarded a first prize. Mr McKenzie sent a splendid pair of Pekin ducks, and secured first honors. Mr King’s white Aylesbury Ducks were much admired by the public. For single hens Mr Bright took first prize for a beautiful brown Leghorn. Mr W King’s splendid Plymouth Rook taking second. Mr W King’s white Black Polands took first honors, and they were well deserving. The same gentleman took first prize for Houdans. Mr WH P Jones’s gams cook and hen which took first prize were good exhibits in their class. In the Miscellaneous department, Mr J. D Cox of Featherston sent a splendid ornamental Christmas Cake and it was the admired of all admirers. This gentleman also forwarded for exhibition only some beautiful baker’s bread and it was most highly commended. home made bread was well represented, Miss E. J. Tioehurst securing first prize. A butter keg. sent in by Mr C gamble, an excellently finished article, took first prize. Mr Leonard Cook was awarded a special prize for his writing on glass. Mr W H P Jones' maad was awarded a first prize and many took occasion to sample it,’ all doing so with a satisfactory smack of the lips; his gooseberry wins, one and two years old, was also considered very good. Mr Fuller’s Connecticut tobacco took first prize and Mr G. Sayer’s second. It is expected that there will be great competition in locally grown tobacco at the Autumn Show.

In the Produce department Mr S. Haigh took a prize for a really splendid ham. He also sent a fine side of smoked baoon. Mrs McMaster entered some line ham and baoon, and it was much noticed by the public. Mr Cox, of Featherston, Mr Maunsell, of Waihakeke, and other exhibitors exhibited some really good fresh butter. The display of fruit although not large, was good, cherries, gooseberries, red currants and strawberries being remarkably tempting, Mr TO Barnard, of Carterton, sent his fine specimens of strawberries.

Considerable interest was manifested in the penmanship department. The maps of the North and South Island by Master L St George were much admired, and so also was one by Master Ordish. In drawing, Miss Toogood and Arthur St George took prizes but we must not forget to pay Mast« r Charles Ordish a high compliment for his laudseane exhibition ; he has talent in this direction and will make his mark if he pays attention to his studies. Had we space we should give the names of several young persons who bv their work iu this particular line are deserving of mention. In writing there were oootribntions from several sohoo.s.and the judges had some difficulty in form jg n, correct estimate of which was the best. The names of exhibi tors will be given ia our next.

The fancy work department was we! represented, and the ladies irng las' evening hovered over the various xhibits critically examining each, There v re aomdelicate and skilful specimens, md did space permit we should enlarge upon them. . ■Th® l6 ffere oo less than four observatory hives in the apiarian department and (hey were all good. The display of wax, honey, <tc., was first class. Mr T. Wakelin, utely from Melbourne, eshitutro »oma fine architectural drawing!,

Mrs Dr Smith seat in a magnolia grandiflora of rare beauty.' The following were the judges, who were all at their posts in time ; Mr Everitt walked eight miles into Mastertou to take the train. Plain and Fancy Work—Meadames Western, Haines and Tolly, Produce—Messrs J Donald and A Anderson. Horticultural— Messrs Everett, Spearinke. H H Jackson and 0. Gamble. Penmanship-Messrs Book and MaoShane. Poultry—Mosers B. Boys and MaoShane. The Stagers were Messrs Forritt, Western. A L Webster and L St George. The hall was thronged with visitors daring the evening, and the Oreytown Private Brass Band (16 performers) played some spirited music ; while those who were inclined for dancing had the sapper room for the exercise. The, Grey town school children visited the Exhibition in the afternoon, a custom which has been observed for years past.

Cuss I.—POT PLANTS. 3 Geraniums, ivy leaved, Mrs Haigh 1 and special. 2 Cineraria—L. St George, o 2 Petunias—J O'Connor I 2 Fuchsias—J Maguire 1. Best Pot Plant in room, Mrs Bright 1 Best Cactus—Mr St George 2 Collection of Ferns (in pots or otherwise) Mr Gamble 1, L. St George 2, G. Wil kie ho Pot Plants Mr B 8 Mannsell’s lor best pot plant, Mrs Bright. Class U-CUT FLOWERS.

6 Roses (varieties)—D Barratt 1, 8 and com Best 12 Boses—W Brooks 1 and Barratt hj o 12 Pansies, assorted—Miss A Jackson 1, Miss Wilkie 2, Miss Haigh special 6 Snapdragons (varieties)— Miss Jaokson 1, G Wilkie 2, Miss Haigh hj o 3 Penstemons— G Wilkie 1, 2 and hj e 6 Sweet Williams (varieties)—W Brooke 1, Mies Jackson 3, Miss Haigh hj o Best Honey plant—J Johnson, special Best Wreath or Cross—Miss E Carter 1 and 8 Table Bouquet not to exceed 16 inohes—W Brooks 1, Mrs Maxton 3, Miss 0. Fuller

com Hand do, not to exceed 10 inches—Mr ft George 1, Miss Hollard 2 Best Bridal Bouquet—Mis* Hollard 1, L St George 2, Mrs Arnot hj o Best Bouquet ol Wild Flowers by child nnder 14—Miss Hollard 1, Miss A Wilkie 2 Best Decorated Epergne or Vase—L Bt George 1 Best Varied Collection Out Flowers, not less than 12 single stalks, each separate— W Brooke 1, G Wilkie 2 Class IH.-PRUITS. 25 Cherries—TKempton, jun., 1. 2 and hj c 23 Strawberries—H Mills 1 and com; T C Barnard 2 25 Gooseberries—Miss A Hodge I; T C Barnard 2 ; T Porritt hj c ; W H P Jones c Currants Bed (plate of)— Miss Terry 1; Mis* A Ho Ige 2 and hj c 12 Apples, last season’s growth—Miss Terry hj o Class IV-VBGETABLES. 2 Cabbages—G Hollard 1 and he : A Bowers 2 3 Turnips— H Mills 1 and 2 ; G Hol'ard e 3 Table Carrots—H Mills 1 6 Sticks of Rhubarb—H Mills 1 and o; D

Barratt 2 and hj o 25 Broad Beans—TKempton sen. 1; T Kempton jun; 2 and hj o, and hj c for stalk with beans 25 Pod Peas—T Eempton, sen., 1; H Mills 2, and G Hollard hj c 25 Heads Asparagus—W Brooks 1 and 2 6 Kidney Potatoes—G Hollard 1 2 and ho 6 Bound Potatoes—H Mills I, 2 and hc ; J Fuller hj o for old 6 Onions (this year’s growth)—W Brooks 1 and ho ; H Mills 2 and com 6 Radishes—H Mills 1, G Wilkie 2, T Porritt hj o Best collection Vegetables—H Mills 1 Best collection Vegetables for Salad—H Mills 1. Class V-PARM PRODUCE. 31b fresh Batter in 11b pats—Mrs Mitchell 1 J. D. Cos, 2 1 Ham—S Haigh, 1; Mrs MoMaster, 2 ; J Hehley, hj o ; Miss Dockery o 12 Hen to be judged by weight—W Rowe, 1; G Wilkie, 2 and ho ; J O'Connor hj c

Best Sample of Mead, 3 bottlea—Mr W H P Jones, 1 Best Loai Uome Made Bread—Miss B J Tioehorst, 1; Mies Maguire. 2 Best 6 Scones—Mrs Bet)ley, 1; Mn Mit« obeli, 2 ; Miss M. Bollard hj o Best Sample Home-made Candles 31 be— Mn Taylor and J Johnston hj o Cheese—Greytown Factory, 1 Cuss VI-MISCELLANEOUS.

Best sample of Wairarapa made Batter Kegs —d Gamble 1 Tobacco Leaf—J Fuller, 1; Q Sayer, 2 Canaries—A L Webster, 1; WH P Jones, (ex. only) h.o. Cuss VII.—PENMANSHIP, (fee. Best specimen of penmanship—L St Qeerge 1 Best specimen by any boy under 9 years—--0 Black, 1; S Barns, hj o Best Specimen under 16 B Darrook, 1 ; H T ieebnrst, bo Best specimen by any girl under 9 years— Flora Gallon, 1; Annie Gallagher, hj e Best Specimen under 15 years—L Braitbwaits. 1; R Higgins hj o Drawing—Ellery Toogood, special Best Outline Drawing, child under 12— Arthur St George Best Map of North and South Island— L St George, of Greytown School Cuss VII.-APIARIAN. Best Filled Half Dozen 11b Sections— J Johnston, 1 Extracted Honey in Glass Vessel, not less than 3lbs—J Johnston, 1 and 2; J Hebley, b c : Mrs Lewis, e Bees Wax (yellow) beat sample not less than 4lbs—J Hebley, 1 ; J Johnston, 2 Bees Wax (white) do do, not less than 2libs—J Hebley, 1 Best Observatory Hire, with queen, brood and bees—J Hebley, 1; J Johnston, 2 Best 12 Sheets Wax, thinned samples, for section boxes—J Hebley, 1 Best Samples Wax Sheets tor Frames— J Johnson 1 and 2 Cuss VIII—NEEDLE-WORK AND FANCY-WORK.

Pair Knitted Sox, or Stockings—Miss A Hodge, 1 ; Mias C Campbell 2 Pair Knitted Sox or Stockings by children under 16—Miss O’Connor 1 Crewel Work—Miss Jackson, 1 Sewing, children under 16—Miss Arm. strong 1 Sewing, children under 12— E Hollard, 1; Thompson, 2 . Laura Braitbwaite, special Collection of Artificial Flowers in Wool— Miss A Hodge, 1 Wool Work—Miss J Hodge Bead Work—Miss C Campbell, 1 Floral Device—Mils Wilkie, 1 Crochet Work—Mrs Maxton, hj o (exhibi* tion only) Lace Work—Miss M Hollard, 1 Specimen olßaw Silk—Miss A Hodge, 1 and 2 Maorame Work—Mrs J Smith Collection of Fancy Work—Miss Tolly, 1 Painting on Silk or Satin—Miss Campbell 1 Poonah Painting—Miss Tolly, 1 Painting on Glass—Mr L Cook, special Pincushion—Mrs Skeet bo Lustroliam— Miss C Campbell Orystoleum—Miss 0 Campbell Class IX-POULTBY. White File Game Bantams—John Horoblow 1 Black Breasted Bed Game Bantams—B, J. Horablow 2 Game Cock and Hen—W H P Jones 1 Slack Breasted Bed Game, Cook and Hen— A Grigg 1 i Golden Pencilled Haraburgs—W O King I Hoadaus—W G King 1 Polands, White Crested Black—W G King 1 Ducks—J McKenzie, 1; W G King 2. Black Spanish—B A Wakelln 1. { WbijM Leghorn—W B 2 Jonee, S.ttfhe

Brown Leghorn— G 1 ; M cKe*» zib and Bright, 'i : u iiaWK* n r Single Hen anv cla«x -Mtb.uio and Bright, 1; W 0 King, 2; Plymouth Bock—vV G King, I; J McKenzie 3. SPECIAL PRIZE LIST AWARDS. Apiarian—Mr Webster’s foi section honey went to J Johnson Fancy Work—Mr Walden's for erewel work awarded to Miss Jackson ; Mrs Haigh, sewing, children under 12, Miss E Hollard ; Mrs Dr Smith’s for wool work Miss J Hodge ; Mr Hillier’s silver broooh for specimen raw silk, Miss A Hodge ; Mr Bnobansn's for Macrame work, Mrs J Smith ; Mr Buokeridge's for sewing for children under 12, Miss E Holland ; Mrs Jorgensens’ for kniteed sox, Miss O’Connor. Fruits—Mr MoDoogall's for apples, Mias Terry. Cut Flowers—Mr Nation’s for bridal bouquet, Miss Hollard ; Mrs A Jonas’ for pan. sies, Miss Wilkie ; Mr Hebley's for bouquet wild flowers, Miss Hollard ; Mr Nation’s lor floral wreath, Miss K Carter ; Mr C Phillips' for roses, \V Brooks ; Mr H H Jackson’s for Pansies, Mies Haigh ; Mrs Haines’ for bend bonqnet, Miss Hollard. Penmanship—Major Bonny’s 5s tor best specimen, L St George ; Mr R 0 Block’s for drawing, Miss E Toogood ; Mr G Wakelin’a for outline drawing, A St George ; Mr T A Cox's tor best map of South Island, L 8t George Farm Produce—Messrs Fabian Bros., lor fresh batter in pets, Mrs Mitchell; Mr F. H. Wood’s, for hen eggs, W. Rowe ; Mr Baehenan's lor home made bread, Mrs E. Tioeburst. Poultry.—Mr WH P Jonee’ tor Brown Leghorn, Mr H Humphries; Mr A Matthews’ tor Plymouth Bock, Mr King ; Mr Matthews' for Black Spanish, Mr R A Wakaliu.