THE ANNUAL SHOW.

Gisborne Times, Volume XXIX, Issue 3357, 25 October 1911, Page 5

THE ANNUAL SHOW.

President, Mr. F. B. Barker; vicepresident, Mr. Geo. Witters; general committee, Messrs. W. Bell, A. J. Cameron, G. H. Coop, H. D. de Lantern - , C. A. Fenwick, C. Gray, T. Holden, F. J. Lysnar, W. D. S. MacDonald, F. McKenzie, J. R. Murphy, W. G. Sherratt, W. W. Smith, H. AVhite; hon. auditor, Air. W. F. J. Anderson; lion, treasurer, Mr D. Morice; hon. surgeon, Dr. C. F. Scott; hon. veterinary surgeon, Mr. S. Burton, M.R.C.Y.S.; secretary, Mr. H. M. Porter.

The Gisborne Agricultural and Pastoral Association may well he congratulated at the Show which has been gradually worked up in this district. Yesterday saw the first day of the thirtysecond show, and enormous strides have been made since the initial undertaking in 1874. A good deal of this could be classed under the head of unearned increment, but nevertheless it is a fact that Gisborne would never have seen such a highly creditable gathering of stockowners and breeders had it not been for the painstaking care and enthusiasm of old residents of the town. The details of this function are in the hands of Mr. H. M. Porter, who is to be congratulated on the manner in which the whole have been carried out. None the less deserving of praise is the president of the A. and P. Association, Mr. F. B. Barker, who has devoted much time, and shown great capability, in the carrying out of the work appertaining to bis position. Air. Geo. Witters, vice-president of the Show, has also done much to. ensure the success of this year s function. Favored With Fine Weather.

One of the most important factors tending to mar or make successful any out of doors function is the weather, and anxious comments have been made during the week as to whether this would favor the gathering or not. When yesterday morning broke, however, filie weather seemed assured, the only fear being that some dark-banked clouds on the horizon heralded a thunderstorm. Pessimistic utterances, however, were not listened to, and earlv confidence was well merited, as the day remained fine and warm throughout, and the events were carried out under the best circumstances. The pretty surroundings were greatly appreciated, and in itself a day on the Park racecourse, without the attendant Show, would have been a pleasure.

The Crowd and People’s Day. The first day of the Show has never been noted for drawing a large attendance of the public, __ and yesterday was certainly no exception, for the attendance, if anything, was below the first dav ' average. To-day. however, People's Day, is a clay looked forward to by townspeople and country visitors as a'dav of the year—a day in which pleasant friendships are renewed under the most favorable circumstances, and consequently the Show officials confidently expect a record attendance. There seems every prospect that this will be carried out, for the Show this yearns the most up-to-date yet held, and despite the fact that trotting entries have been excluded from the programme, the list of competitions is very large. Jumping has taken an exceedingly strong hold, and the list- of entries is so large that a great portion of the afternoon will be taken up with exciting contests. In addition draught and cattle classes are to be judged tomorrow, us well us the remainder of the sheep classes, while that interesting portion of the Show, the home industry section, will be open for inspection. The Ground Improvements.

The A. and P. officials, as noted before, have carried out very extensive alterations this year,. and these lend o-reativ to the convenience of the puolic. Perhaps the best idea was the doing away with the draught ring, winch caused a considerable congestion of traffic .at the lower end of the ground, and bv having all the ring events judged "in the straight gives those attending a much better opportunity ot viewing the different classes. Tl.e lawn this rear is in perfect order, and it is expected the grandstand will be heavily patronised, as by the new arrangeniGiit a- oloar view is outaiacci over the whole of the course.

Some Pertinent Points. The entries this year, notwithstanding the fact that the trotting events were not included in the progi amine, show an increase of last year j f from 1229 to 1246. The sheep section was only noticeable for the good class of Romneys entered. In the pimping competitions the heavy hunters were particularly good, but the maiden hunters made a poor display. The children’s pony jumping provided a lotof excitement, and the jumping of the large held was on the whole good, the placed ponies being line performers. Harness horses, etc., were good, but the yearlings were rather disappointing in number, although those entered were a credit to the district. The cattle classes, to he judged to-day, have come up wonderfully, and some fine beasts will secure the prizes. Dust and Showmen.

The dust nuisance was particularly pronounced yestoiclay, and promises to be had to-day, unless, as very likely will happen, the borough water-cart is requisitioned by the Show people to allay this nuisance. A very dejected lot of showmen yesterday gazed . indolently upon the spectators, who failed to gather round their stands, and even the bellicose'voice of the strong man and wrestler failed to raise a stir. A magical change will he apparent) to-day. Everything will he bustle mid excitement, and strong leather lungs will vie with one another to attract the public, and particularly the countryman, to the spice of the pudding. 'The Entries Compared.

Interesting reading is provided by a comparison of entries received in the different classes for the past few years, and a perusal of the following table puts the position in a nutshell since the vear 1902

Horses.—l9o2, 315; 1903, 383; 1904, 380; 1905, 374; 1906, 469; 1907, 403; 1908, 487; 1909, 349; 1910, 417; 1911, 40S. ’ Cattle.—l9o2, 75; 1903, 108; 1904, 131; 1905, 118- 1906, 126; 1907, 153; 1908, 112; 1909, 79; 1910, 113; 1911, l0 Shcep.—l9o2, 119; 1903, 133; 1904, 159; 1905, 241; 1906, 266; 1907, 301; 1908, 268; 1909, 215; 1910, 199; 1911, 196. %

OPENED IN FINE WEATHER.

ENTRIES WELL MAINTAINED. 0 ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL YEAR.

Pigs.—l9o2, 23; 1903, 24 ; ,1904, if; 1905, 23; 1906, 29; 1907, 31; 1908, 44 ; 1909, 28; 19)0, 22; 1911, 22. . j L Poultry.—l9o2, 40; J 903, 35; 1904, 38; 1905, 22; 1906, 26; 1907, 84; 1908, 109; 1909, 62; 1910, 69: 1911, 50. Produce.—l9o2, 79: 1903, 69; 1904, 113; 1905, 88; 1906,' 101; 1907, 118; 140. 1908, 98; 1909, 106; 1910, 142; 1911, Dogs.—l9o2, 31; 1903, 33; 1904, 43; 1905, 63; 1906, 65; 1907, 86; 1908, 96; 1909, 67: 1910, 72; 1911, 57. Competitions, vehicles, etc.—l9o2, 42; 1903, 40; 1904, 138; 1905, 168; 1906, 253; 1907, 230; 1908, 236; 1909, 197; 1910, 186: 1911, 213. Totals.—l9o2, 724; 1903, 831; 1904, 1026; 1905, 1100; 1906, 1335; 1907, 1406; 1908, 1450; 1909. 1103; 1910. 1229; 1911, 1246. CONGRATULATORY TELEGRAMS. FRO AI SIR JAMES CARROLL, The following telegram was received from Sir James Carroll in connection with the Show : '‘Much regret that my Parliamentary duties prevent me attending our annual Show, but trust it will be even a greater success than in former years. Kia ora.” Air. AY. I). S. MacDonald, ALP. for the Bay of Plenty, wired to the secretary as under: — * ‘T regret that owing to important matters affecting my electorate I was unable to leave AVeliington this morning to attend the Show. Kindly convey my best wishes to the president and committee. Kia ora.” JUDGES AND STEWARDS. Draughts: Jas Baxter. Stewards: A. J. Cameron, D. J. Parkc-r, AV. C. Pilmer. Harness. —Judge: John Jamieson. Stewards: H. G. Tucker, H. Smith, AA . Witters. Hacks. —Judge: J. H. Niven. Stewards: Geo. Coop, G. H. Alorice, F. Sherriff, A • C. R. Alitford. Ponies.—Judge :H. Hassell. Stewards: H. AVhite. AY. L. Oates, King Reed. Competitions: Judge : J. H. AlcXiven. Stewards: AY. G. Sherratt, G. H. Alorice,, H. Smith, AY. AA'itters. Stud Cattle.—. Judge : Jas. Baxter. Stewards: Alajor C. H.'Evans. G. I. Falkner, J. L. Y. Alartyn. Dairy Cattle.—. Judge: S. R. Lancaster. Stewards: Alajor C. H. Evans. G. I. Falkner, J. L. Y. Alaxtyn. Fat Stock.—Judges: J. Hunt and J. Russell. Stewards: F. McKenzie, G. Runeiman, AA. Smith. Jun. Lincolns.—Judge: AY. Perry, stewards: C. A. Fenwick, J. AA ilkamson. J. A. MacDonald. Romneys.—Judge: AA . Perry. Stewards: C. A. Fenwick, J. AA illiamson, J. A. MacDdnald. Other Breeds.—Judge: AA'. Perry. Stewards: C. A. Fenwick, J. Williamson, Geo. MacDonald. Dogs.—Judge: AA’. A. Smith, "reward : AY. D. Bell. Produce.—Judge : Government Expert. Steward: W. J. Cox. Pigs.—-Judge: S. R. Lancaster. Steward: A. Alutr. Poultry.—Judge: AA . A. >:. :tn. Steward: R. A. Alitchell.

THE HORSE CLASSES.

SOME FINE STOCK.

The Poverty Bay district is well noted fur the general excellence or it-s horses, so when the annual show comes round one naturally expects to see a reallv good display in this section. Taken "“collectively, 'the animals that were paraded yesterday in the hunters, harness and tliorougnurea classes, which were the only ones judged, were fully up to the standard ox previous years. It is a pity that thoroughbreds are not gone in for more extensively rn this district-, seeing that there are a- number of well-bred and well performed sires in this district, whose services are at the disposal of breeders at almost nominal fees. Only four blood yearlings were paraded in the class for oest iiily colt or gelding, and a well-grown and attractive chestnut colt by Marshal Soult —Miss Anne was _ awarded, first prize. He was bred by his owner, Mr J. C. N. Thomas, and will no doubtfurnish into a good horse. The hay colt Marengo, by the same sire, owned by Mr D. Hepburn, was second, while- a Gazeley colt, which was not as forward as the other two, was third. Mr? P. Taylor’s chestnut colt Gazette, by the same sire, won the two-year-o.d com class. He is out of Fernyliunst, and is a good colt, and was easily the m the class. Mr J. E. Newton's F:o'-I Force, by Castorlace, was second, and Mr A. M. Lewis’ colt, by Gaze lev - Tryphena, third. There was really little to choose, between these tuo. air L. J. Parker secured a highly commended ticket for a half-brother to Fort- William by Multifid in this class. Gazeley was again successfully represented in the class for two-year-old fillies and geldings by a iiily from Ladybird. She is a nice cut of a two-year-old, and carried herself really well. S. Malone had_ a worthy representative in a Multifid — Flag filly. There were only three blood mares exhibited, and pride of place was given to Siminio, the dam of Fort William. She is a large roomy mare, and just the kind to throw stock that, can race. She had with her a filly foal by Multifid. Lady Nell, by Birkenhead—Lady Helen, was awarded second place, and Fishfaggot, by Swordfish 11., was third.

The light harness horses included some very good animals indeed, though a good many were not really up to show standard. Mr E. Murphy won the class for the best yearling colt filly or gelding, with a nice-looking colt by Ngawini. Mr F. B. Barker carried off first and second honors in the class 1 for best mare or gelding (coaching stamp) with a couple of fine greys, which be recently obtained from Christchurch. This "class included a number of very nice horses. A mare by Kingtson, owned by Mr Jas. McKee, secured the award in the class for the best- mare suitable for breeding weight-carrying hacks or hunters. The pony stallions numbered three ana a nice little stallion owned by Mr 0. Hansen, wen the first prize. In the saddle and harness classes a number of very fine liacks were paraded, and generally the entries were accredit to the district. In the light-weight

hack class (up to list) Mr J. C. N. Thomas carried ol£ the first award with Matiti by Strowan —Dudo. The horse was turned out in very fine trim and proved himself to be a really good hack when put through his paces by the judge. .Mr G. A. Camerons (via Ora was second, and Mr F. W. Nolans Otipi was third. Both these horses, though beaten, were not .much behind the winner in their work. The walking competition was won by a. chestnut mare, owned by Mr It. 0- Bousfielcl. Twenty-one horses paraded for the maiden hack, which is a, very popular class. After they had walked, trotted, and cantered the judge selected half-a-dozen which ho himself put througn their paces, and eventually decided on Mr G. A- Cameron’s Kia Ora, a nice shapely gelding. Mr Wray Nolan s Otipu again followed Kia Ora in order of merit, and Mr E. White’s black gelding Sox was third. Tho hunters’ classes attracted good entries, and included some very fine animals. A number of the horses were not as proficient over the jumps as could have been wished, and refused. However, there was a good display of fencing. In the heavy-weight hunoer class Mr H. dcLautour’s gelding, The Monk, took first honors. He took his fences cleanly, and performed well in his other work. Westwind, who subsequently annexed the wire jumping competition, was second. Mr Frank Pattullo iron the class for the best horse suitable for a hunter, carrying list or over, with his bay gelding Hoctor, Mr J. C. N. Thomas’ grey gelding Grey Dawn being second. Ponies were fairly well represented, and in the class for‘best pony under 12 hands or under, won by Miss L. Allen’s Tottie. the entries were good throughout, though there was- no particular outstanding feature. In class 39 (best pony over 13.2 and up to- 14 . hands) twelve out of the fourteen entries were taken into the ring, and it was won by Miss H. Busby. This was another pleasing class, the exhibits being of a very good quality. A dozen cobs paraded for the 14 hands to 14.2 hands class, and it was annexed by J. Sherri fits gelding Kim. Miss E. Bushby’s Punch and R. U. Burke’s Virginia being second and third respectively. These were very good cobs, and altogether the class was a creditable one. The harness classes included a number of very stylish horses, which compare more than favorably with those from outside districts. Mr L. H. Coop’s gelding Dick, which won the best single harness horse class (14.3 to 15.1) was again awarded premier position. He Iras never been beaten. Mr Claude Sherriff’s Cookie, who also has an unbeaten record in harness classes, won the class for the best single harness pony, 14 hands or under. The competitions were very interesting, though the jumping in many instances, was rather poor. A number of the horses refused to negotiate the obstacles, and others hit the fences very hard. Mr. J. Harris’ Fosbrook won the competition f qr maiden hunters. In the wire jump the horses had to clear two fences, going out and jump them on the return. Mr F. Pattullo’s Westwind Avon this event, while Mr E. P. Robert’s Wild Rose Avon the pony event. Miss Lorna Holden’s gelding Jimmy, Avho finished second in this event, also performed very well. AMONG THE SHEEP. ROMNEYS PARTICULARLY FINE. With the exception of Romneys, the display in the sheep classes Avas disappointing for an essentially pastoralist district such as Poverty Bay. Not a single entry was forthcoming in the English Leicester classes, and there was only one entrant, Mr 11. W. Lochead, m one class (best ram) in Border Leicesters. The shoAving in Lincolns was much below that of previous years, the absence of Mr A. Kirkpatrick’s numerous exhibits in this class no doubt accounting for the weakness. It is a matter for regret that this well-known breeder could not see his Avay to enter for' the Pov r erty Bay Show, especially after doing so Avell at HaAvke’s Bay, and it is to be hoped l that his name will once more figure prominently on the catalogue next year. Mr R. 0. Miller Avas the principal exhibitor in the Lincoln classes yesterday, and carried off most of the aiwa'rds, including that for best ewe on the ground, though Mr A. J. Cameron prevailed against him for best ram hogget, champion ram, best pen of tAvo rams, and best ewe hogget.. Mr Cameron had a nice pair entered' for the best ram over 20 months, and one of these annexed the coveted honor for champion, ram. The Avinner was a fine typical stamp of animal, which was purchased from Mr Wybourne last year by Mr Gameron. The only defe'et that it showed was that there was rather much oil in the wool. The champion ewe Avas also a nicely-built sheep, shoAA r ing excellent points. Mr W. Perry, the Avell-known Lincoln and Romney breeder, of Masterton, Avho acted as judge in almost the AA r hole of the sheep classes, stated that he was disappointed at the poor showing of Lincolns. In a district of the size and importance of Poverty Bay the display was not at all creditable, and he was at a loss to understand the reason. If the display of Lincolns was disappointing, the fine showing of Romneys did much to atone for the weakness in the sister breed 1 . A pleasing feature of the Romney classes Avas the large entries sent forward by prominent outside breeders, including the three AA-ell-knoAvn Wairarapa owners, Messrs A. and J. Gray, Mr W. H. Buick, and G. E. Allen, and the Hawke’s Bay breeders. Messrs F. Hutchinson and Son. Mr Perry had a difficult task in making his aAvard in the best ram hogget, 18-months or under, for xxdiich there Avere sixteen entries. In addition to the. outside competitors mentioned, Messrs J. C. Field and J. R. Murphy Avere in tho field Avith some fine pons. After*a most painstaking examination, the judge awarded pride of place to Messrs A. and J. Gray, Mr G. E. Allen being placed second, and Mr W. H. Buick third. To prove that the judge’s Avas not the only experienced eye which the winner ' drew upon himself, it may ' be mentioned! that Mr A. Kirkpatrick

was so pleased with this particular animal that he purchased it a few hours after it had landed in Gisborne.

For tlie best ram, over 18 months and under 30 months. Mr Perry had _to make a selection from seven entries. The fine 4-tooth, recently imported by Mr J. C. Field from England, was aAvarded the honors, Mr A. J. Cameron securing second place, and 1 Messrs A. and J. Gray third. Eight entries were received for the best ram over 30 months, and here again the judge had to make a selection from a very even lot. Messrs A. and J. Gray scored first and second, Avith tAA'o very fine sheep. Mr J. C. Field AX'a.s the only exhibitor for the best locally bred ram over 18 months, and he showed two fine animals of his oavii breeding. The Society’s certificate and the £5 5s presented by Mr E. M. Hutchinson, for the champion ram Avent to Messrs A. and J. Gray, of Masterton. The wanner Avas a beatuifully-built sheep, with a perfectly straight back and short legs. The xvool was a trifle on the fine side, hut for lock, length, and lustre could not be surpassed. Messrs Quibell Bros, sterling silver cup was also among the trophies carried off by the champion Romney ram, and Avill thus once again be held by a Masterton exhibitor until next show. The cup Avas Avon in 1909 by Mr J. C. Field, and in 1910 by Mr W. H. Buick, The best pen of two ram hoggets, 18 months and under, bred! by the exhibitor, also produced keen competition, 14 entries being received. Here again Messrs A. and J. Gray scored first and second awards. Mr A. J. Cameron was second, and Mr J. C. Field third. Much interest attached to the award! for champion ewe among the strong array 'of Romneys. After careful deliberation, Mr Perry awarded the honor to Messrs F. Hutchinson and Son’s fine 5-year-old, bred by the exhibitors. The Wairarapa breeders carried all before .them in the competition for best owe .hogget, 18 months and under. Mr G. E. Allen secured first and. second places. Mr W. H. Buick third, and Messrs A. and J. Gray fourth. The ewes with lambs at foot Avere a healthy, AA'ell-bred lot, and these classes provoked keen competition. Messrs F. Hutchinson and Son secured the honors for, best CAve over 18 months, and Mr J C. Field for best pen of two ewe Loggers, over IS months. For best pen of tAvo ewe hoggets, bred by exhibitor, Mr G. E. Allen gained first, second and third places from a field of elex r en entries.

Taken altogether, the Romneys were a high-class lot, and the presence of such stock as Avas exhibited yesterday by the Southern breeders should go far to spur on local pastoralists. As is usual Avith this breed, there Avas a. great diversity in the class of aa’Ool exhibited yesterday. In tho opinion of the judge, there avas a Aveakness in a few eases in the backs of a few of the animals. This, he stated, could be easily guarded against if care Avas taken in breeding. They were good, useful station sheep, he stated, but scarcely a typical stud lot. Of the ffve classes on the catalogue for Border Leicesters, only that for best ram, any age, bi*ought forward entries, and the four in this class Avere all from the one breeder, Mr R. W. Lochead. The judge in the Down classes was Mr S. R. Lancaster, of, Palmerston North, and he had not a very_ arduous duty to perform as the entries were small. Mr William Jobson Avas the only exhibitor in Shropshires, and he shoxved a creditable number. Mr R. O. Miller had it all bis own way in tbe Soxxthdoxvn classes, which were not a particularly well-bred. lot. The Challenge ,Cup, valued £lO 10s, presented by Messrs Levin and Co., to be won by the exhibitor winning tbe most points with registered flock sheep in classes 109 to 143 (inclusive), to be Avon three times, not necessarily in succession, before becoming the absolute property of any winner. (Won in 1909 and 1910 by A. Kirkpatrick, Avith 29 and 30 points respectively), Avas won this year by Mr R. C. Miller, avlio scored 50 points, the i runner-up being Mr A. J. Cameron with 21 points. The next best scores were G. E. Allen 16, A. and J. Gray 15, and J. C. Field 15. ALL THE FUN OF THE FAIR. ROUND THE SIDE SHOWS. Apart from the ordinary routine of amusement, such as horse-jumping and tho various competitions, the public were well catered for with visiting entertainments. Some held their performances in tents, Avhile others contented themselves Avith an open-air demonstration of their talent. On entering the part of the ground allotted) to these performers, one’s ears are greeted with the discordent music Avith which side-show proprietors endeavor to draAV the public to their respective shows, each declaring, in high-pitched tones, that their particular attraction Avas “absolutely the finest ever Avitnessed”. These different sounds mingled with the ring of bells and the patter of voices seems, indeed, to attract a good deal of tbe attention of passersby. A big burly individual (not unknown to several in this toAvn) first catches the eye of one in passing, but the sight of the wrestler,' and his challenger, yesterday drew but a poor response, and he Avas forsooth compelled, on many occasions, to waste his eloquence on the Avinds. “No Availing, no delay; absolutely the last performance to-day,” was the cry of another who endeavored, with the aid of a worn-out zlyophone, and occasionally the hanging on an old kettle-drum, to draw a larger crowd than hie next-door performer. Next, a. combination of “mystifiers,” circus troxxpe artists, and jugglers, xv-ere all heralding their merits to give the public their “money’s xvorth,” if they would only “step this Avay and. see for yourselves.” “These marvellous piccanies” Avas the manner in xvhich two of the small-fry exponents of the “gentle art” introduced themselves to the onlookers. Challenges were issued! right and left to any “kid” in the audience Avho could stand up a certain number of rounds to either of these aspirants to Jack Johnson fame. If no challenges Avere forthcoming, those Avho had gathered to sec- the fight for the “kids”

championship AA - ere treated to an exhibition of the two Avoolly-haired coons £.t sparring, and Avlien all A\ r as over the familiar cry of “absolutely the last performance to-day” would once more be heard. Blazoned on placards, and Avitli the aid of masculine and feminine eloquence, the announcement is made further on that “Dai-Avin’s missing link” could be seen inside.” On entering the tent one sees a trained chimpanze performing its numerous tricks.. This probably is the chief attraction in the sideshow line, and undoubtedly tho performances of the monkey, to a- certain extent, merit its reputation. At different portions of the ground, but in close proximity to the side-shows, aro several attractions, such as bargains in “real” jeAvellery, Avhich are offered at “givo aAvay prices,” while still more tempting Avas the sight of a man with a handful of notes exchanging halfcroAvns for two-shilling pieces, and incidentally trading in their usual way.

THE PRIZE LIST. HORSES. SADDLE AND HARNESS HORSES. (Judge: John Jamieson.) Best Pony., 12 hands and under; Ist prize £2, 2nd prize £l.—Miss L. Allen’s Tottie, by Tam O’Shanter, 1; R. Scott’s Dolly, by Tam O’Shanter, 2; Mrs Martin’s Tiny, by Tam O’Shaiter, 3. Seven entries. Best Pony, over 1 12 and under 13 hands; Ist prize, £2; 2nd prize, £l.—H. Cooper’s Casey, 1; J. Russell’s Prior, by Eclipse, 2; Dalby JloMeu’s Creamy, by Mars, 3. Five entries. Best Pony, 13 hands and up to 13 2; Ist prize £2, 2nd prize, £l.—Hugh Dalrymple, Bugler, by Cornet, 1; W. D. S. Macdonald’s cream gelding, by Eclipse, 2; E. C. Hotter’s General, 3. Ten entries. Best Pony, over 13.2 and up to 14 hands; Ist prize £2, 2nd prize £l. Miss H. Busby’s Puck, 1; Win. Bruce’s Prince, 2; T. Mclntyre’s vnna, 3. Fourteen entries. Best Cob, 14 to 14.2 hands. Ist prize £2; 2nd prize £l.—J. Sherriff’s Ivim, 1; Miss E. Busby’s Punch, 2; R. U. Burke’s Virginia, 3. Seventeen entries. Best Pony suitable for Polo, 14.2 and under (up to 13 stone); Ist prize £2 2s, 2nd prize £l.—S. E. Gillingham’s Zoe, 1; R. C. Murphy’s Toni, 2; W. C. Pilmer’s Molly, 3. Eleven entries. Best Harness Pony, under 13 hands; Ist prize £2; 2nd prize, £l.—J. Russell’s Prior, by Eclipse, 1; Dalby Holden’s Creamy, by Mars, 2; Jas. Jobson’s Bobby,'3. Eight entries. Best Single Harness Horse, 14 hands and under 14.3; Ist prize £2 2s; 2nd prize £l.—F. Sherriff’s Kim, 1; Claude Sherriff’s Smuggler, 2; Dr. W. Ree\ r e’s Paddy, 3. Eighteen entries. Best Single Harness Horse, 14.3 to 15.1 hands; Ist prize, £2 2s; 2nd prize £l.—L. EL Coop’s Dick, 1; W. Baker’s Banjo, 2; Norman W. Moore’s Dell, 3. Seven entries. Best Harness Pony, under 13 hands ; Ist prize £2, 2nd prize £l.—J- Russell’s bay geilding Prior, by Eclipse, bred by Maraekakah-o station, 1; Dalby Holden’s cream mare- Creamy, 4yrs, by Mars, 2; Jas. Jobs-on’s broAvn gelding Bobby, aged, 3. Eight entries. Best Single Harness Pony, 14 hands or under. First prize £2; second prize £l.—Claude Sherriff’s b g Cockie, aged, 1; F. C. Calcott’s br g Cockie, 5 years, by Mars, bred by exhibitor, 2; E. C. Hotter’s ch g General, 3. Six entries. Best Pair Carriage Horses, 15.3 and over. First prize £3; second prize £l. —F. B. Barker’s greys, gelding and mare, Nobby and Ivy, 7 years, 1. Best Pair Harness Horses, 15.1 to 15.3. First prize £3; second prize £l. .—M. Fitzgerald’s brown mares, Shot and Shell, aged, 1. Two entries. Best Pair Harness Ponies, under 14.3. First prize £2; second prize £l. —W. Busby’s roan mare and gelding, Judy and Punch, 5 years and aged, 1; Mrs. Teitjen’s bay mares Sandfly and Ladybird, 5 and 4 years, by Baron 11., bred by exhibitor, 2; J. B. Broadhurst’s'’ broAvn geldings, Ward and Massey, 3. Four entries. LIGHT HORSES.

Best Yearling Colt, Filly or Gelding, intended for saddle purposes (entries in blood classes barred); Ist prize £2; 2nd prize £].—E. Murphy’s bay colt, by Ngawini, 1; J. P. Gordon’s Jim Patch, Sweet Patch—Alma, 2; W. Pilcher’s First Imperial. 3, iFour entries. Best Mare or Gelding, coaching stamp, 3 years old or over; Ist prize £2, 2nd prize £l.—F. B. Barker’s Nobby, 1; F. B. Barker’s Ivy, 2; Geo. Witters’ All Black, 3. Six entries. Best Mare, suitable for breeding weightcarrying Hacks or Hunters; Ist prize £2, 2nd prize £l.—Jas. McKee’s bay mare, by Kingston, 1. Five entries. Best Pony, suitable; for polo, 14.2 and under (up to 13 stone) ; Ist prize £2 2s presented by Mr. J. It- Murphy; 2nd prize, £l.—-S.i E. Gillingham’s bay mia.re Zoe, 6yrs, 1; It. C. Murphy’s grey mare Toni, Byrs, by Dishonor—Ruapehu mare, 2; W. C. Pi liner’s bay mare Molly, 6yrs, by Mars, bred by W. Turnbull 3. Eleven entries. Best Pony Stallion, 14 hands and under. Three years and upwards. First prize £2, second prize £l.—o. Hansen’s bay Perfection, by Tam O’Shanter—Cricket, bred by Captain Tucker, 1; A. W. Murray’s black Con, 4 years, by Tam O’Shanter, bred by exhibitor, 2; J. English’s dapple cream Duke of Mazeppa, aged, by Duke of Edinburgh (imp.)—-Lassie, 3. Three entries. Best light-weight Hack, up to list. Placed horses in this class not eligible to take a prize in classes 25 and 26. First prize £5, second prize £3, third prize £l.—J. C. N. Thomas’ hr g Matiti, 8 years, Strachan—Dudo, 1; G. A. Cameron’s hr g Kia Ora, 4 years, by Sabretache, 2; F. W. Nolan’s br g Otipi, aged, by Saracen, 3. 22 entries. Best Walking Hack, to be ridden by lady or gentleman. To be judged tor style and pace. Points: Style 10, pace 10. First prize £2, second prize £1 Is, presented by Mr. F. Hall.—lt. O. Bousfield’s ch m' Venus, 6 years, bred by C. H. Seymour, 1; Jas. McKee’s b m, 7 years, by Kingston, bred by exhibitor, 2; Sydney Jones’ b g Tommy, 5 years, by Phoenix—Strowan mare, bred by P. Sherratt, 3. 13 entries. Best Maiden Hack. Only horses that have won first prize in a show ring barred. First prize £5 ss, presented by Mr. H. B. Williams: second prize £2; third prize £l.—G. A. Cameron’s br g Kia Ora, by Sabretache, 1; F. W. Nolan’s br g Otipi, aged, by'Saracen, 2; E. White’s blk g Sox, 5 years, by Victor, bred by exhibitor, 3. 23 entries. Best Horse suitable for a Hunter, capable of carrying l4st or over. Horses must qualify by jumping a richer and a brush jump and any other jumps the stewards may decide. Horses entered in this class not eligible in Class 34. First prize £5 ss, presented by Mr. H. de Lautour; second prize £2.—IT. de Lautour’s b g The Monk, aged, 1; Frank Pattullo’s br h West Wind, 8 years, 2. 16 entries. Best Horse suitable,, for a Hunter, T

capable of carrying list or over. Horses must qualify by jumping a ricker and a brush jxxmp and any other jumps the stewards shall decide. Horses entered in this class not eligible in Class 33. First prize £5 ss, presented by Mr Geo. Coop; second prize £2.—Frank Pattullo’s.b li Doctor, 8 years, 1; J. C. N. Thomas’ gr g Grey Dawn, 6 years,. 2; A. Coop’s Dreadnought, 3. 12 entries. Best Pony, 12 hands and under. First prize £2; second prize £l.—Miss L. Allen’s eh m Tottie, aged, by Tam O’Shanter, 1; Mrs. Martin’s ch g Tiny, 6 years, by Tam O’Shanter, 2; R. Scott’s br m Dolly, 6 vears, by Tam O’Shanter, bred bv E. J.'Olirisp, 3. Seven entries. Best'Pony, over 12 hands and under 13 hands. First prize £2; second prize £l.—H. Cooper’s gr g Casey, bred by E. Jefferson, 1; J. Russell’s b g Prior, by Eclipse, bred by Maraekakoho Station, 2; Dalby Holden’s cream m Creamy, 4 years, by Mars, 3 Five entries. Best Ponv over 13.2 and up to 14 hands. First prize £2; second prize £l.—Miss H. Busby’s blk g Puck, 6 years, 1; Wm. Bruce’s ch g Prince, 5 years, by Mars, 2; T. Mclntyre’s blk mare Huia, 3. 14 entries. Best Cob, 14 hands to 14.2.. First prize £2; second £l.—J. Sherriff’s erm g Kim, 1; Miss E. Busby’s roan . g DaA\ r n, aged, 2; R. U. Burke’s b m Virginia, 6 years, by Songster, 3. 17 enBest Horse suitable for. a dogcart, 16 hands or over. First prize £2; second prize £l.—Geo. Witters’ rn g Rimu, bred by O. J. Parker, 1; Geo. Witters’ blk g All Black, 7 years, bred by C. J. Parker, 2. Three entries. - Jumping Competition for Maidens. Horses having previously .u r on first prize not eligible. First prize £3 3s; second prize £2 2s; third prize £1 Is, all presented by Mr. A. G. Pilmer.—J. Harris’s gr g Fosbrook, 1; G. W. Humphreys’ b m Fishguard, 7 years, by Swordfish, bred by Aitken, 2; Miss B. Black’s gr m Mitzi, 3. 36 entries.. Wire Jump. First prize £7; second prize £3.—Frank Pattullo’s br g West Wind, 1; Frank Pattullo’s b g Doctor, 2; J. C. N. Thomas’ gr g Grey Dawn, 6 years, 3; G. Coop’s Dreadnought, h.c. 39 entries. . ~ , _ Leaping Match for Pomes, 14 hands or under, over 3ft hurdles. To be ridden by boys or girls under 15. No professional riders, jockeys, or apprentices alloAved to ride. First prize £3; second prize £1; third prize 10s.—E. P. Roberts’ ch m Wild Rose, 1; Miss Lorna hidden’s b g Jimmy, 2; D. G. S. MacDonald’s br m Dainty, aged, 3. 24 entries. , , Best Boy Rider, under 13 years of age. Entry Is. First prize £1 11s 6d; second prize 10s 6d.—Harry Hansen, 1; F. Read, 2; Harold Dunn. 3. Eight entries. , . Best Boy Rider, under 10 years of age. First prize £1 11s 6d; second prize 10s 6d.—El. Carr, 1; Carl Humphreys, 2; Keith Norris, 3. Seven entries.

BLOOD HORSES. (.Judge: J. H. Mac Niven.) Best Filly, Colt or Gelding, foaled since 31st July, 1910; Ist prize £3 3s, 2nd prize, £l.—J. C. N. Thomas s colt, by Marshal Soult, Miss Anne, 1; D. ELepbum’s Marengo, Marshal Soult— Unique, 2; W. HoAvard’s Lead Light, Gazeley—Fish Faggot, 3. Eight entries. T . Best Colt, foaled since 31st July, 1909; Ist prize £2; 2nd prize, £l. Mrs. P. Taylor’s Gazette, Gazeley— Fernyhurst, 1; J. E. Newton’s Field Force, Marshal Soult—Castorlace, 2; A. M. Lewis’s colt, Gazeley— I Tryphena, 3. Five entries. . Best Filly or Gelding, foaled, since 31st July, 1909; Ist prize £2 ; 2nd prize £l.—G. Carrington’s bay filly, Gazeley —Lady Bird, I;.S. Malone’s bay filly, Multifid—Flag, 2; D. Hepburn’s Lavonia, Marshal Soult—San Cruz, J. Three entries. Best Blood Mare, to foal this season or with foal at foot; Ist prize £2 2s, 2nd prize £l.—C. J. Parker’s Siminia, St. Leger—Simonius, 1; G. Carrington’s Lady Nell, Birkenhead—Lady Helen, 2; E. E. R. Lutterell’s Fish Faggot, SAvordfish ll.—Leo Lure, 3. Four entries.

SHEEP. LINCOLN. (Judge: W. Pc’rry.) Best Ram Hogget, 18 months or under; Ist prize £2, 2nd prize £l.—A. J. Cameron 1, R. C. Miller 2. Three entries. Best Ram, over 18 montlis and under 30 months; Ist prize £2, 2nd, prize £l. —R. C. Miller, 1; R. C. Miller, 2. Two entries. Best Ram, over‘3o months; Ist prize £2, 2nd prize £l.—A. J. Cameron, 1 and, 2. , „ Best Ram, over 18 months, locally bred; Ist prize £2, 2nd prize £l.—R. C. Miller, 1; R. C. Miller, 2. Two entries. Champion Ram; prize, certificate and £5 ss. presented by Messrs. Williams and Kettle, Ltd. All prize winners (Hoggets excepted) are eligible, and without special entry.—A. J. Cameron, L. Champion Ewe; prize. Society’s certificate and £2 2s. presented by Mr. F. B. Barker (for best ewe on the ground, hoggets excepted).—ll. C. Miller, 1. •Best pen of two Rams, bred by exhibitor, 18 montlis and under ; Ist prize £2 25., 2nd prize £l.—A. J. Cameron, 1; R. 0. Miller, 2. Three entries. Best Ewe, over 18 months, with lamb at foot; Ist prize £2, 2nd prize £l. R. C. Miller, 1; R. 0. Miller, 2. Three entries. Best pen of two Ewes, over 18 months, with lambs at foot ; Ist prize £2, 2nd prize £1. —R. C. Miller, 1; R. C. Miller, 2. Two entries. Best pen of two Ewe Hoggets, bred by exhibitor; Ist prize £2, 2nd prize £l.—A. J. Cameron, 1. Only entry. ROMNEY. (Judge; W. Perry.) Best Ram Hogget, 18 months or under; Ist prize £2, 2nd prize £1. —A. and J. Gray, 1; G. E. Allen, 2; W. H. Buick, v.h.c ; J. C. Field, h.c.; G. E. Allen, c. Sixteen entries. Best Ram, over 18 months and under 30 months; Ist prize £2 25., 2nd prize £l—.J. C. Field (4-tooth). 1; A. J. Cameron, 2; A. and J. Gray, c. Seven entries. Best Ram, over 30 months. Ist prize £2 25.. 2nd prize £1. —A. and J. Gray, 1; A. and J. Gray, 2; J. C. Field, h.c.; J. R. Murphy, c. Eight entries. Best Ram, ever 18 months, locally bred; Ist prize £3 35., 2nd prize £1. — J. C. Field, 1; J. C. Field, 2. Champion Ram; prize, Society’s certificate and £5 ss. presented by Mr. E. M. Hutchinson. All prize winners (hoggets exe-opted) are eligible, and, without special entryA. and J- Gray, 1. Best pen of two Ram Hoggets, bred by exhibitor, 18 months and under; Ist prize £2 25., 2nd prize £1. —A. and J. Gray, 1; A. and J. Gray, 2; A. J. Cameron, h.c.; J. O. Field, c. Fourteen entries. Best Ewe Hogget. 18 months and under; Ist prize £2, 2nd prize £1. — G. E. Allen, 1; G. E. Allen. 2; W. H.

Buick, 3; A. and J. Gray, 4. Twelve entries.

Beet Ewe, over IS months, with lamb at foot.—lst prize £2, 2nd prize £1. — F. Hutchinson and Son, 1; G. E. Allen, 2; G. E. Allen, c. Best pen of two Ewes, over 18 months, with lambs at foot; Ist prize £2, 2nd prize £1 Is. —J. C. Field, 1; J. C. Field, 2; J. C. Field, c. Best pen of two ewe hoggets, bred by exhibitor; first prize £2, second £l. —G. E. Allen, l3months, 1; G. E. Allen 13mos, 2; G. E. Allen, 13mos, 3. BORDER LEICESTER. (Judge: W. Berry.) ’ Best Ram, any age; first prize £2, second prize, £1. —R. W. Loehoad (bred by exhibitor). 1; R. W. Locjiead (bred by exhibitor),' 2; R. W. Lochead, bredi by exhibitor, 3. SHROPSHIRE. Best Ram, any age; first prize, £2; second prize, £1. —William Jobson, 4tooth, bred by exhibitor, 1; William Jobson, 6-tooth, bred by Exhibitor. 2. Best pen of two Ram Hoggets; first prize, £2; second prize, £l. —William Jobson, shorn as lamb, bred, by exhibitor, 1; William Jobson, shorn as lamb, bred' by exhibitor, 2. Best Ewe, any age, with lamb at foot ; first prize, £2; second pirze, £l. —William Jobson. bred by exhibitor, 1; William Jobson, bred by exhibitor, 2. Best pen of two Ewe Hoggets; first prize, £2; second prize, £1. —William Jobson, bred by exhibitor, 1. SOUTHDOWN. Best Ranr, any age; first prize, £2; second prize, £1. —R. 0. Miller, 4tooth, bred by Nelson Bros, 1. Best Ram Hogget; first prize £2 2s, second prize, £1. —R. 0. Miller, 14mos, bred by exhibitor, 1; R. C. Miller, 14 mots, bred by exhibitor, 2. Best pen of two Ram Hoggets; first prize, £2; second prize, £l.—R. C. Miller. l4mos, bred by exhibitor; R. C. Miller, 14mos, bred by exhibitor. Best Ewe, any age, with lamb at foot; first prize, £2; second prize, £l. —R. C. Miller, 6-tooth, hred 1 by J. Deans, 1; R. C. Miller, 4-tooth, bred by exhibitor, 2; R. C. Miller, 6-tooth, bred by J. Deans, 3.