1882
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - 16th DECEMBER 1882
The first Christmas show of dairy cattle under the auspices of the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association was held at Thomas Carr’s Auction Yard in Breck Road, Liverpool [on 15th December 1882]. The interest taken in the show was manifested by the fact that there were 107 entries. The animals exhibited were a credit to the cowkeepers of Liverpool and the district, it being the opinion of most competent judges that a better class of fat cattle and dairy cows had seldom been exhibited. There was a large attendance of cowkeepers, farmers and dealers from various parts of the country.
After the show, the judges, the committee and other gentlemen interested in the exhibition sat down to an excellent dinner, which was provided at Seaman's Hotel, Breck Road, Mr Robert Brownlow presiding. During the proceedings the Chairman gave the “Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association".
Mr John Verity, in responding, said it was the desire of the cowkeepers of the district to bring before the public the cattle they kept, what condition they were in, and to show what kind of animals the people obtained their milk from. He thought the exhibition would demonstrate that the cows kept in the dairies of Liverpool were in excellent condition, and he mentioned that very few dairy cowkeepers were ever brought before the magistrates for selling adulterated milk.
The Chairman gave “The Judges”, to which Mr Thos. Allison and Mr Henry Johnson responded, the latter gentleman remarking that a better class of fat dairy cows he had never seen.
In the afternoon a sale of some of the prize cattle took place at Mr Carr's yard, that gentleman acting as auctioneer. There was a large attendance and good prices were obtained.
The Management Committee:
Chairman, Mr Robert Brownlow; Secretary, Mr John Hoggarth; Treasurer, Mr Thomas Lawson;
Committee members: William Hanson, Job Kayley, Edward Cave, Henry Peel, Thomas Carr, Matthew Irving, Robert Warriner, Robert Woods, John Willis, Jonathan Hanson, John Verity, John Benson, and Edward Capstick.
The Judges:
Fat Cattle – Mr William Wilson, Commutation Row, Liverpool and Mr Thomas Allison, Prescot Street, Liverpool; Dairy Cattle – Mr Henry Johnson, Kendal and Mr James Todd, Birkdale, Southport.
The Prize Winners:
Open Competition
Class 1. Fat Cow, 40 score and upwards:
1. W. Hanson, 205 Upper Fredrick Street; 2. T. Briggs, Dryden Street; 3. G. Windle, Sessions Road; 4. W. Hanson.
Class 2. Fat Cow, over 32 and under 40 score:
1. H. Brownlow, 123 Mill Street; 2. G. Hutchinson, Alt Street; 3. T. Clarke, Bootle; 4. R. Rowe, Rothwell Street.
Class 3. Fat Cow, not exceeding 32 score:
1. Thomas Lancaster, Wavertree; 2. M. Scott, Hygeia Street; 3. G. Joy, Wavertree; 4. J. Verity, Back Mount Vernon.
Competition Limited to Members of the Association
Class 4. Fat Cow, 40 score and upwards:
1. W. Hanson; 2. T. Briggs; 3. William Hanson.
Class 5. Fat Cow, over 32 and under 40 score:
1. R. Brownlow; 2. Thomas Briggs; 3. R. Woods, Boundary Lane.
Class 6. Fat Cow, not exceeding 32 score:
1. G. Joy; 2. J. Verity; 3. J. Benson, Osborne Grove.
Competition open to all cowkeepers and dairy-cattle dealers in Liverpool, Garston, Wavertree, Old Swan, West Derby, Walton, Bootle, Seaforth and Waterloo
Class 7. Cow in calf or milk best suited for dairy purposes, heavy weights:
1. T. Backhouse; 2. J. Kavley, 7 Frankland Place; 3. R. Alderson, 175 Strand Road; 4. T. Lawson, 5 Dalton Street.
Class 8. Dairy Cow, light weights:
1. J. Benson; 2. W. Verity, Jubilee Street; 3. E. Alderson, Bootle; 4. T. Carr, Breck Road.
Special Prize given by the Licensed Victuallers of Liverpool for the best animal in the show-yard: Mr Thomas Backhouse.
Special Prize given by Mr W. Elam V.S., for the best Fat Animal in the yard: R. Brownlow.
Special Prize given by Messrs. A. Walker and Co., Vauxhall Distillery, for the best Dairy Cow in the yard: R. Alderson.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - 16th DECEMBER 1882
The first Christmas show of dairy cattle under the auspices of the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association was held at Thomas Carr’s Auction Yard in Breck Road, Liverpool [on 15th December 1882]. The interest taken in the show was manifested by the fact that there were 107 entries. The animals exhibited were a credit to the cowkeepers of Liverpool and the district, it being the opinion of most competent judges that a better class of fat cattle and dairy cows had seldom been exhibited. There was a large attendance of cowkeepers, farmers and dealers from various parts of the country.
After the show, the judges, the committee and other gentlemen interested in the exhibition sat down to an excellent dinner, which was provided at Seaman's Hotel, Breck Road, Mr Robert Brownlow presiding. During the proceedings the Chairman gave the “Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association".
Mr John Verity, in responding, said it was the desire of the cowkeepers of the district to bring before the public the cattle they kept, what condition they were in, and to show what kind of animals the people obtained their milk from. He thought the exhibition would demonstrate that the cows kept in the dairies of Liverpool were in excellent condition, and he mentioned that very few dairy cowkeepers were ever brought before the magistrates for selling adulterated milk.
The Chairman gave “The Judges”, to which Mr Thos. Allison and Mr Henry Johnson responded, the latter gentleman remarking that a better class of fat dairy cows he had never seen.
In the afternoon a sale of some of the prize cattle took place at Mr Carr's yard, that gentleman acting as auctioneer. There was a large attendance and good prices were obtained.
The Management Committee:
Chairman, Mr Robert Brownlow; Secretary, Mr John Hoggarth; Treasurer, Mr Thomas Lawson;
Committee members: William Hanson, Job Kayley, Edward Cave, Henry Peel, Thomas Carr, Matthew Irving, Robert Warriner, Robert Woods, John Willis, Jonathan Hanson, John Verity, John Benson, and Edward Capstick.
The Judges:
Fat Cattle – Mr William Wilson, Commutation Row, Liverpool and Mr Thomas Allison, Prescot Street, Liverpool; Dairy Cattle – Mr Henry Johnson, Kendal and Mr James Todd, Birkdale, Southport.
The Prize Winners:
Open Competition
Class 1. Fat Cow, 40 score and upwards:
1. W. Hanson, 205 Upper Fredrick Street; 2. T. Briggs, Dryden Street; 3. G. Windle, Sessions Road; 4. W. Hanson.
Class 2. Fat Cow, over 32 and under 40 score:
1. H. Brownlow, 123 Mill Street; 2. G. Hutchinson, Alt Street; 3. T. Clarke, Bootle; 4. R. Rowe, Rothwell Street.
Class 3. Fat Cow, not exceeding 32 score:
1. Thomas Lancaster, Wavertree; 2. M. Scott, Hygeia Street; 3. G. Joy, Wavertree; 4. J. Verity, Back Mount Vernon.
Competition Limited to Members of the Association
Class 4. Fat Cow, 40 score and upwards:
1. W. Hanson; 2. T. Briggs; 3. William Hanson.
Class 5. Fat Cow, over 32 and under 40 score:
1. R. Brownlow; 2. Thomas Briggs; 3. R. Woods, Boundary Lane.
Class 6. Fat Cow, not exceeding 32 score:
1. G. Joy; 2. J. Verity; 3. J. Benson, Osborne Grove.
Competition open to all cowkeepers and dairy-cattle dealers in Liverpool, Garston, Wavertree, Old Swan, West Derby, Walton, Bootle, Seaforth and Waterloo
Class 7. Cow in calf or milk best suited for dairy purposes, heavy weights:
1. T. Backhouse; 2. J. Kavley, 7 Frankland Place; 3. R. Alderson, 175 Strand Road; 4. T. Lawson, 5 Dalton Street.
Class 8. Dairy Cow, light weights:
1. J. Benson; 2. W. Verity, Jubilee Street; 3. E. Alderson, Bootle; 4. T. Carr, Breck Road.
Special Prize given by the Licensed Victuallers of Liverpool for the best animal in the show-yard: Mr Thomas Backhouse.
Special Prize given by Mr W. Elam V.S., for the best Fat Animal in the yard: R. Brownlow.
Special Prize given by Messrs. A. Walker and Co., Vauxhall Distillery, for the best Dairy Cow in the yard: R. Alderson.
1883
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - WEDNESDAY 19th DECEMBER 1883
The second annual show of fat cattle of the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association took place yesterday, at the City Repository, Pembroke Place. On account of the prevalence of foot-and-mouth disease, the entries of stock were entirely confined to animals which had been fattened for the Christmas market, and consequently the number of animals present was not as large as last year. The quality, however, was much superior to the last exhibition, and the condition of the animals gave satisfactory and unmistakable evidence of the careful feeding and cleanliness of the Liverpool shippons.
Country dairymen are somewhat apt to decry and endeavor to depreciate town-kept cows, but the most unsophisticated visitor to the show of yesterday must have seen that these taunts are groundless. Most of the animals belonged to members of the association and all of them were from shippons in the district, and it might fairly be said that no other town in England could show such a gathering of fat stock drawn from similar sources.
The prize list contained eight classes, four of which were open and four limited to members of the association. The association offered £96 in prizes, and Mr. C. W. Elan, veterinary surgeon, Lowhill, offered a special prize of £3 3s. for the best fat cow in the show which had not obtained a prize in the classes.
The arrangements of the show were excellently carried out by Mr. J. Hoggarth, the secretary of the association, Mr. R. Brownlow, the chairman, and a large committee. The judges were Mr. D. Davis, Berkeley Street; Mr. E. Capstick, Admiral Street, and Mr. C. Gillespie, Clarence Street. There was a large number of visitors present during the day and the show was regarded as highly successful. The following are the awards of the judges:
Open Competition.
Fat cows, upwards of 44 scores: 1. Robert Brownlow, 123 Mill Street; 2. William Verity, 8 Jubilee Street; 3. Thomas Thwaite, Greta Street; 4. John Bousfield, 21 Albert Street.
Fat cows, not exceeding 44 scores: 1. John Chapman, 35 Ellison Street; 2. William Verity; 3. Henry Wolfenden, 36 Chapel Street, Waterloo; 4. Thomas Shaw, 18 Embledon Street.
Fat cow, not exceeding 38 scores: 1. John Walker, Russell Place, Garston; 2. Thomas Shaw; 3. James Walmsley, 58 Radcliffe Street; 4. William Alker, Whitefield Lane, Kirkdale.
Fat cow, not exceeding 32 scores: Edward Capstick, Coleridge Street; 2. Mrs. Woof, Avison Street; 3. Richard Robinson; 4. John Benson, Osborne Grove.
Competition limited to members of the Association.
Fat cows, 44 scores and upward: 1. Robert Brownlow; 2. William Verity; 3. Thomas Thwaite.
Fat cow, not exceeding 44 scores: 1. William Verity; 2. Robert Woods, Boundary Lane; 3. Thomas Lawson, Dalton Street.
Fat cow, not exceeding 38 scores: 1. John Walker; 2. James Walmsley; 3. Mrs. Parker, Almond Street.
Fat cows, not exceeding 32 scores: 1. Edward Capstick; 2, John Benson; 3. Mrs. Woof.
A special prize of £3 3s given by Mr. Charles W. Elam, M.R.C.V.S., 70, Lowhill, for the best fat cow in the show yard not having obtained a prize: William Hanson, Frederick Street.
In the afternoon a large number of the animals were sold by auction at good average prices, the auctioneer being Mr. James of the City Repository.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - WEDNESDAY 19th DECEMBER 1883
The second annual show of fat cattle of the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association took place yesterday, at the City Repository, Pembroke Place. On account of the prevalence of foot-and-mouth disease, the entries of stock were entirely confined to animals which had been fattened for the Christmas market, and consequently the number of animals present was not as large as last year. The quality, however, was much superior to the last exhibition, and the condition of the animals gave satisfactory and unmistakable evidence of the careful feeding and cleanliness of the Liverpool shippons.
Country dairymen are somewhat apt to decry and endeavor to depreciate town-kept cows, but the most unsophisticated visitor to the show of yesterday must have seen that these taunts are groundless. Most of the animals belonged to members of the association and all of them were from shippons in the district, and it might fairly be said that no other town in England could show such a gathering of fat stock drawn from similar sources.
The prize list contained eight classes, four of which were open and four limited to members of the association. The association offered £96 in prizes, and Mr. C. W. Elan, veterinary surgeon, Lowhill, offered a special prize of £3 3s. for the best fat cow in the show which had not obtained a prize in the classes.
The arrangements of the show were excellently carried out by Mr. J. Hoggarth, the secretary of the association, Mr. R. Brownlow, the chairman, and a large committee. The judges were Mr. D. Davis, Berkeley Street; Mr. E. Capstick, Admiral Street, and Mr. C. Gillespie, Clarence Street. There was a large number of visitors present during the day and the show was regarded as highly successful. The following are the awards of the judges:
Open Competition.
Fat cows, upwards of 44 scores: 1. Robert Brownlow, 123 Mill Street; 2. William Verity, 8 Jubilee Street; 3. Thomas Thwaite, Greta Street; 4. John Bousfield, 21 Albert Street.
Fat cows, not exceeding 44 scores: 1. John Chapman, 35 Ellison Street; 2. William Verity; 3. Henry Wolfenden, 36 Chapel Street, Waterloo; 4. Thomas Shaw, 18 Embledon Street.
Fat cow, not exceeding 38 scores: 1. John Walker, Russell Place, Garston; 2. Thomas Shaw; 3. James Walmsley, 58 Radcliffe Street; 4. William Alker, Whitefield Lane, Kirkdale.
Fat cow, not exceeding 32 scores: Edward Capstick, Coleridge Street; 2. Mrs. Woof, Avison Street; 3. Richard Robinson; 4. John Benson, Osborne Grove.
Competition limited to members of the Association.
Fat cows, 44 scores and upward: 1. Robert Brownlow; 2. William Verity; 3. Thomas Thwaite.
Fat cow, not exceeding 44 scores: 1. William Verity; 2. Robert Woods, Boundary Lane; 3. Thomas Lawson, Dalton Street.
Fat cow, not exceeding 38 scores: 1. John Walker; 2. James Walmsley; 3. Mrs. Parker, Almond Street.
Fat cows, not exceeding 32 scores: 1. Edward Capstick; 2, John Benson; 3. Mrs. Woof.
A special prize of £3 3s given by Mr. Charles W. Elam, M.R.C.V.S., 70, Lowhill, for the best fat cow in the show yard not having obtained a prize: William Hanson, Frederick Street.
In the afternoon a large number of the animals were sold by auction at good average prices, the auctioneer being Mr. James of the City Repository.
1884
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY – WEDNESDAY 17th DECEMBER 1884
LIVERPOOL AND DISTRICT COWKEEPERS' ASSOCIATION.
The third annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle held under the auspices of this association took place at Lloyds City Repository, Pembroke Place, yesterday, the building being admirably adapted for the purpose. The animals shown in the various classes were 100 in number, and they were of quality far in front of that of the animals exhibited as a rule at local shows. Some of the exhibits were magnificent specimens.
The judges were: for fat cattle, Mr William Heathcock, of Birkenhead, and Mr Thomas Walker of Lancaster; for dairy cattle ,Mr Robert Carr, of Skipton, and Mr William Webster, of Mapleton, Derbyshire. In several of the classes the judges experienced considerable difficulty in the making of their awards but their decisions gave general satisfaction. They concurred in the opinion that the animals shown were, generally speaking, of a very high class. There was a large attendance of spectators, and as the show is evidently rising in public favour, it is in contemplation to hold it for two days next year, the public being admitted on the second day at popular prices, the whole of animals exhibited for sale to be sold by auction.
Mr Thomas Hyland showed five grand prize bulls, which had been bred at Scarisbrick Hall. Well qualified judges considered that they were as fine specimens of beeves that could be shown. The beasts weighed 25cwt and upwards.
The arrangements for the exhibition were most effectively carried out by Mr Brownlow, chairman of the association, and Mr John Hoggarth, the secretary. Appended is the prize list:--
Class 1. Fat Cows upwards of 46 scores - 1. and 2. Thomas Backhouse, 53 Tetlow Street; 3. M Stoner and Son, 29 Beaufort Street; 4. Mrs Manchester, 257 Burlington Street; 5. John Walker, Russell Place, Garston.
Class 2. Fat Cows not exceeding 45 scores - 1. Thos. Chapman, 35 Ellison Street; 2. George Wardle, 12 Seddon Road; 3. Miles Verity, 16 Glendower Street; 4. Thomas Backhouse, 53 Tetlow Street; 5. Matthew Irving, Anthony Street.
Class 3. Fat Cows not exceeding 40 scores - 1. Lawrence Briggs, 4 Morgan Street; 2. Robert Rowe, 23 Rothwell Street; 3. M Stoner and Son, 29 Beaufort Street; 4. William Lund, 86 Braemar Street; 5. John Walker, Russell Place, Garston.
Class 4. Fat Cows not exceeding 36 scores - 1. Henry Robinson, 3 Holford Street; 2. William Verity, 8 Jubilee Street; 3. John Walker, Russell Place, Garston; 4. John Pye, Jackson Street; 5. John Benson, 14 Osborne Grove.
(CIasses 5, 6, 7, and 8, limited to members of the association)
Class 5. Fat Cows upwards of 46 scores - 1. and 2. Thomas Backhouse, Tetlow Street; 3. John Walker, Garston; 4. James Walmsley, Radcliffe Street.
Class 6. Fat Cows not exceeding 46 scores - 1. Thomas Chapman, Ellison Street; 2. George Windle, Session Road; 3. Miles Verity, Glendower Street; 4. Matthew Irving, Anthony Street.
Class 7. Fat Cows not exceeding 40 scores - 1. Lawrence Briggs, Morgan Street; 2. John Walker, Garston; 3. and 4. Thomas Lawson, Dalton Street.
Class 8. Fat Cows not exceeding 36 scores - 1. William Verity, Jubilee Street; 2. John Walker, Garston; 3. Thomas Atkinson, Collingwood Street; 4. John Benson, Osborne Grove.
(Classes 9 and 10, for dairy Cows - Competition open to all cowkeepers, local cattle dealers, and farmers within twelve miles from Liverpool Exchange, in Lancashire only.)
Class 9. Cows in Calf or Milk, best suited for dairy purpose, heavy weights - 1. Robert Wolfenden, Salisbury Road, Bootle; 2. Thomas Lancaster, Wavertree; 3. W T Dean, 61 Robson Street; 4. Henry Wolfenden, Waterloo; 5. William Verity, 8 Jubilee Street.
Class 10. Cows in Calf or Milk, best suited for dairy purpose, light weights - 1. Robert Burnside, Larch Lea; 2. Richard Robinson, Argus Road; 3. Robert Burnside, Larch Lea; 4. William Waterworth, 7 Newton Street; 5. Richard Alderson, 175 Strand Road, Bootle.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY – WEDNESDAY 17th DECEMBER 1884
LIVERPOOL AND DISTRICT COWKEEPERS' ASSOCIATION.
The third annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle held under the auspices of this association took place at Lloyds City Repository, Pembroke Place, yesterday, the building being admirably adapted for the purpose. The animals shown in the various classes were 100 in number, and they were of quality far in front of that of the animals exhibited as a rule at local shows. Some of the exhibits were magnificent specimens.
The judges were: for fat cattle, Mr William Heathcock, of Birkenhead, and Mr Thomas Walker of Lancaster; for dairy cattle ,Mr Robert Carr, of Skipton, and Mr William Webster, of Mapleton, Derbyshire. In several of the classes the judges experienced considerable difficulty in the making of their awards but their decisions gave general satisfaction. They concurred in the opinion that the animals shown were, generally speaking, of a very high class. There was a large attendance of spectators, and as the show is evidently rising in public favour, it is in contemplation to hold it for two days next year, the public being admitted on the second day at popular prices, the whole of animals exhibited for sale to be sold by auction.
Mr Thomas Hyland showed five grand prize bulls, which had been bred at Scarisbrick Hall. Well qualified judges considered that they were as fine specimens of beeves that could be shown. The beasts weighed 25cwt and upwards.
The arrangements for the exhibition were most effectively carried out by Mr Brownlow, chairman of the association, and Mr John Hoggarth, the secretary. Appended is the prize list:--
Class 1. Fat Cows upwards of 46 scores - 1. and 2. Thomas Backhouse, 53 Tetlow Street; 3. M Stoner and Son, 29 Beaufort Street; 4. Mrs Manchester, 257 Burlington Street; 5. John Walker, Russell Place, Garston.
Class 2. Fat Cows not exceeding 45 scores - 1. Thos. Chapman, 35 Ellison Street; 2. George Wardle, 12 Seddon Road; 3. Miles Verity, 16 Glendower Street; 4. Thomas Backhouse, 53 Tetlow Street; 5. Matthew Irving, Anthony Street.
Class 3. Fat Cows not exceeding 40 scores - 1. Lawrence Briggs, 4 Morgan Street; 2. Robert Rowe, 23 Rothwell Street; 3. M Stoner and Son, 29 Beaufort Street; 4. William Lund, 86 Braemar Street; 5. John Walker, Russell Place, Garston.
Class 4. Fat Cows not exceeding 36 scores - 1. Henry Robinson, 3 Holford Street; 2. William Verity, 8 Jubilee Street; 3. John Walker, Russell Place, Garston; 4. John Pye, Jackson Street; 5. John Benson, 14 Osborne Grove.
(CIasses 5, 6, 7, and 8, limited to members of the association)
Class 5. Fat Cows upwards of 46 scores - 1. and 2. Thomas Backhouse, Tetlow Street; 3. John Walker, Garston; 4. James Walmsley, Radcliffe Street.
Class 6. Fat Cows not exceeding 46 scores - 1. Thomas Chapman, Ellison Street; 2. George Windle, Session Road; 3. Miles Verity, Glendower Street; 4. Matthew Irving, Anthony Street.
Class 7. Fat Cows not exceeding 40 scores - 1. Lawrence Briggs, Morgan Street; 2. John Walker, Garston; 3. and 4. Thomas Lawson, Dalton Street.
Class 8. Fat Cows not exceeding 36 scores - 1. William Verity, Jubilee Street; 2. John Walker, Garston; 3. Thomas Atkinson, Collingwood Street; 4. John Benson, Osborne Grove.
(Classes 9 and 10, for dairy Cows - Competition open to all cowkeepers, local cattle dealers, and farmers within twelve miles from Liverpool Exchange, in Lancashire only.)
Class 9. Cows in Calf or Milk, best suited for dairy purpose, heavy weights - 1. Robert Wolfenden, Salisbury Road, Bootle; 2. Thomas Lancaster, Wavertree; 3. W T Dean, 61 Robson Street; 4. Henry Wolfenden, Waterloo; 5. William Verity, 8 Jubilee Street.
Class 10. Cows in Calf or Milk, best suited for dairy purpose, light weights - 1. Robert Burnside, Larch Lea; 2. Richard Robinson, Argus Road; 3. Robert Burnside, Larch Lea; 4. William Waterworth, 7 Newton Street; 5. Richard Alderson, 175 Strand Road, Bootle.
1885
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - WEDNESDAY 16th DECEMBER 1885
The Christmas show of fat and dairy cows, under the auspices of the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association, was held yesterday at Lloyd's City Repository, Pembroke Place. The entries numbered 173, being larger than at any show since the formation of the association, four years ago, and the quality of the stock of all kinds showed a great advance.
The judges were - Fat cattle: Mr. Thomas Walker, Lancaster, and Mr. William Phillips, Liverpool. Dairy cattle: Mr. William Carr, Slaidburn, and Mr. William Morpeth, Salwick. Their awards were as follows:
(Competition in classes 1, 2, 3, and 4, open to all bona fide cowkeepers in the society's district, as comprised in rule 1.)
Class 1. Fat Cows, upwards of 46 scores: 1. £5 to J. Walker, Castle Street, Woolton; 2. £4 to J. Verity, 1 Back Mount Vernon; 3. £3 10s to R. Brownlow, Mill Street; 4. £3 to T. Lawson, 3, Dalton Street; 5. £2 10s to W. Waterworth, 7 Newton Street.
Class 2. Fat Cows, not exceeding 46 scores: 1. £5 to R. Alderson, Strand Road, Bootle; 2. £4 to R. Demaine, Lambert Street; 3. £3 10s to J. Newsome, Vine Street; 4. £3 to J. Walker, Castle Street, Woolton; 5. £2 10s to H. Snowdon, Gladstone Road, Seaforth.
Class 3. Cows, not exceeding 40 scores: 1. £5 to M. Burton, Cockerel Street; 2. £4 to Mrs. Woods, Carr Lane, West Derby; 3. £3 10s to Mrs. Scholes, Ashfield Street; 4. £3 to William Staunton, Wren Street; 5. £2 10s to George Mason, Almond Green, West Derby.
Class 4. Fat Cows, not exceeding 36 scores: 1. £5 to C. Swinbank, Albion Street; 2. £4 to John Benson, Osborne Grove; 3. £3 10s to Thomas Briggs, Dryden Street; 4. £3 to Daniel Joy, Railway Street, Garston; 5. £2 10s to John Moore, Candia Street.
(Competition in classes 5, 6, 7, and 8, limited to members of the Cowkeepers’ Association.)
Class 5. Fat Cows upwards of 46 scores: 1. £2 10s to J. T. Atkinson; 2. £2 to, J. Walker; 3. £1 10s to G Hutchinson; 4. £1 to R. Alderson.
Class 6. Fat Cows not exceeding 46 scores: 1. £2 10s to T. Gibson; 2. £2 to W. Verity; 3. £1 10 to W. Davidson; 4. £1 to T. Briggs.
Class 7. Fat Cows, not exceeding 40 scores: 1. £2 10s to G. Windle; 2. £2 to Mrs. Parker; 3. £1 10s to W. Waterworth; 4. £1 to H. Robinson.
Class 8. Fat Cow, not exceeding 36 scores: 1. £2 10s to J. Verity; 2. £2 to M. Whitfield; 3. £1 10s to G. Atkinson; 4. £1 to T. Chapman.
Classes 9 and 10 for Cows in calf or Milk best suited for dairy purposes. Milking propensities to be specially considered. Competition open to all cowkeepers, local cattle dealers, and farmers within twelve miles from Liverpool Exchange, Lancashire only.
Class 9. Heavy weights: 1. £5 to C. Wolfenden, Beach Street, Bootle; 2. £4 to R. Wolfenden, Salisbury Road, Bootle; 3. £3 to R. Burnside, Larch Lea; 4. £2 to R. Burnside, Larch Lea; 5. £1 to M. Stoner and Son, Beaufort Street, Bootle.
Class 10. Light weights: 1. £5 to R. Burnside, Larch Lea; 2. £4 to R. Wolfenden, Salisbury Road, Bootle; 3. £3 to J. Newsome, Vine Street; 4. £2 to R. Alderson, Strand Road, Bootle; 5. £1 to R. Burnside, Larch Lea.
Special Prize of £3 3s, given by Messrs. Elam and Jackson, for the best Fat Cow not having received a prize: Mrs. Holding, Binns Road.
Special Prize of £2 2s, given by Mr. G. Kllis, cattle spice manufacturer, Batley, Yorkshire, for the best Dairy Cow not having received a prize, to be the bona fide property of a cowkeeper: T. Hindle, Keble Street, Bootle.
In the afternoon, a number of members of the association and exhibitors sat down at the Prince of Wales Hotel, Pembroke Place, to an excellent dinner, provided by Mr. K. Griffiths, of 30 Hardwick Street, caterer to the Association. The chair was taken by Mr. Robert Brownlow, the president; and amongst those present were Messrs. R. Webster (Litherland), W. Scotson (Aigburth), J. Hanson (Skipton), R. Warriner (Fairfield), J. Lloyd, J. Wain, J. Franklin, E. Jones, &c.
Mr. Stoner, in responding to the toast of the "Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association," said the desire of the association was to stimulate scientific cowkeeping, and he thought that it had been fully demonstrated that day that the cowkeepers of Liverpool were fully up to their business. (Applause). Some people thought that it was the simplest thing in the world to keep cows; but any man who did not understand cowkeeping wanted to lose a lot of money, let him enter into business. Cowkeepers never served an apprenticeship, but they were men who thoroughly understood their business. They had been reared amongst cattle from their infancy, and they knew by instinct the various peculiarities of the bovine species. They did not study chemistry, or anything like that, but they knew from practical experience what kind of food to administer to an animal to induce an abundant yield of milk, and at the same time to promote the growth of flesh. He thought that the class of cows that had been exhibited that day would tend to a great extent to raise the cowkeepers of Liverpool in the estimation of the people. He did not think that ensilage would ever come to be generally used as food for dairy cattle, because its use flavoured the milk. “The Judges," proposed by the chairman, was responded to by Mr. Walker, of Lancaster; and the healths of Mr. Scotson, Mr. Webster and the Chairman having been proposed and responded to, the company separated.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - WEDNESDAY 16th DECEMBER 1885
The Christmas show of fat and dairy cows, under the auspices of the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association, was held yesterday at Lloyd's City Repository, Pembroke Place. The entries numbered 173, being larger than at any show since the formation of the association, four years ago, and the quality of the stock of all kinds showed a great advance.
The judges were - Fat cattle: Mr. Thomas Walker, Lancaster, and Mr. William Phillips, Liverpool. Dairy cattle: Mr. William Carr, Slaidburn, and Mr. William Morpeth, Salwick. Their awards were as follows:
(Competition in classes 1, 2, 3, and 4, open to all bona fide cowkeepers in the society's district, as comprised in rule 1.)
Class 1. Fat Cows, upwards of 46 scores: 1. £5 to J. Walker, Castle Street, Woolton; 2. £4 to J. Verity, 1 Back Mount Vernon; 3. £3 10s to R. Brownlow, Mill Street; 4. £3 to T. Lawson, 3, Dalton Street; 5. £2 10s to W. Waterworth, 7 Newton Street.
Class 2. Fat Cows, not exceeding 46 scores: 1. £5 to R. Alderson, Strand Road, Bootle; 2. £4 to R. Demaine, Lambert Street; 3. £3 10s to J. Newsome, Vine Street; 4. £3 to J. Walker, Castle Street, Woolton; 5. £2 10s to H. Snowdon, Gladstone Road, Seaforth.
Class 3. Cows, not exceeding 40 scores: 1. £5 to M. Burton, Cockerel Street; 2. £4 to Mrs. Woods, Carr Lane, West Derby; 3. £3 10s to Mrs. Scholes, Ashfield Street; 4. £3 to William Staunton, Wren Street; 5. £2 10s to George Mason, Almond Green, West Derby.
Class 4. Fat Cows, not exceeding 36 scores: 1. £5 to C. Swinbank, Albion Street; 2. £4 to John Benson, Osborne Grove; 3. £3 10s to Thomas Briggs, Dryden Street; 4. £3 to Daniel Joy, Railway Street, Garston; 5. £2 10s to John Moore, Candia Street.
(Competition in classes 5, 6, 7, and 8, limited to members of the Cowkeepers’ Association.)
Class 5. Fat Cows upwards of 46 scores: 1. £2 10s to J. T. Atkinson; 2. £2 to, J. Walker; 3. £1 10s to G Hutchinson; 4. £1 to R. Alderson.
Class 6. Fat Cows not exceeding 46 scores: 1. £2 10s to T. Gibson; 2. £2 to W. Verity; 3. £1 10 to W. Davidson; 4. £1 to T. Briggs.
Class 7. Fat Cows, not exceeding 40 scores: 1. £2 10s to G. Windle; 2. £2 to Mrs. Parker; 3. £1 10s to W. Waterworth; 4. £1 to H. Robinson.
Class 8. Fat Cow, not exceeding 36 scores: 1. £2 10s to J. Verity; 2. £2 to M. Whitfield; 3. £1 10s to G. Atkinson; 4. £1 to T. Chapman.
Classes 9 and 10 for Cows in calf or Milk best suited for dairy purposes. Milking propensities to be specially considered. Competition open to all cowkeepers, local cattle dealers, and farmers within twelve miles from Liverpool Exchange, Lancashire only.
Class 9. Heavy weights: 1. £5 to C. Wolfenden, Beach Street, Bootle; 2. £4 to R. Wolfenden, Salisbury Road, Bootle; 3. £3 to R. Burnside, Larch Lea; 4. £2 to R. Burnside, Larch Lea; 5. £1 to M. Stoner and Son, Beaufort Street, Bootle.
Class 10. Light weights: 1. £5 to R. Burnside, Larch Lea; 2. £4 to R. Wolfenden, Salisbury Road, Bootle; 3. £3 to J. Newsome, Vine Street; 4. £2 to R. Alderson, Strand Road, Bootle; 5. £1 to R. Burnside, Larch Lea.
Special Prize of £3 3s, given by Messrs. Elam and Jackson, for the best Fat Cow not having received a prize: Mrs. Holding, Binns Road.
Special Prize of £2 2s, given by Mr. G. Kllis, cattle spice manufacturer, Batley, Yorkshire, for the best Dairy Cow not having received a prize, to be the bona fide property of a cowkeeper: T. Hindle, Keble Street, Bootle.
In the afternoon, a number of members of the association and exhibitors sat down at the Prince of Wales Hotel, Pembroke Place, to an excellent dinner, provided by Mr. K. Griffiths, of 30 Hardwick Street, caterer to the Association. The chair was taken by Mr. Robert Brownlow, the president; and amongst those present were Messrs. R. Webster (Litherland), W. Scotson (Aigburth), J. Hanson (Skipton), R. Warriner (Fairfield), J. Lloyd, J. Wain, J. Franklin, E. Jones, &c.
Mr. Stoner, in responding to the toast of the "Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association," said the desire of the association was to stimulate scientific cowkeeping, and he thought that it had been fully demonstrated that day that the cowkeepers of Liverpool were fully up to their business. (Applause). Some people thought that it was the simplest thing in the world to keep cows; but any man who did not understand cowkeeping wanted to lose a lot of money, let him enter into business. Cowkeepers never served an apprenticeship, but they were men who thoroughly understood their business. They had been reared amongst cattle from their infancy, and they knew by instinct the various peculiarities of the bovine species. They did not study chemistry, or anything like that, but they knew from practical experience what kind of food to administer to an animal to induce an abundant yield of milk, and at the same time to promote the growth of flesh. He thought that the class of cows that had been exhibited that day would tend to a great extent to raise the cowkeepers of Liverpool in the estimation of the people. He did not think that ensilage would ever come to be generally used as food for dairy cattle, because its use flavoured the milk. “The Judges," proposed by the chairman, was responded to by Mr. Walker, of Lancaster; and the healths of Mr. Scotson, Mr. Webster and the Chairman having been proposed and responded to, the company separated.
1887
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - THURSDAY 15th DECEMBER 1887
The sixth annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle in connection with the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association was held yesterday in the North Haymarket, when there was a large attendance of members of the association and the general public. The principal object of the association is to encourage the keeping of a really good class of dairy cattle in Liverpool, and the excellence of yesterday's show goes a long way to prove that the statement set forth by many that cows cannot be kept in a healthy condition in towns, is unfounded. The entries were as numerous as usual, and included twelve classes, divided under the heads of fat cattle and dairy cattle. The judges for the former were Messrs. T. Walker and W. Philips and for the latter Messrs. R. Carr, H. Wilson, and J. Ellis, and the opinion of these gentlemen was that for general excellence and quality the entries in the present show have never been surpassed in any former show.
In the dairy classes there were some very fine animals sent in for competition, amongst which was a splendid cow belonging to Mr. G. Verity, which took the first prize. Messrs. F. Stone and T. Backhouse secured first prizes for dairy cattle. In the fat cow classes, Mr. T. Clarke of Crosby obtained a first prize for a magnificent cow which won the championship last year as a dairy cow. In the second class there was a very keen competition, the winner being R. Wolfenden. Six special prizes were also awarded for cows which did not obtain a prize, besides which Mr. T. Clarke carried off a silver cup awarded by Mr Benjamin Sykes, for the best fat cow in the show, and another silver cup was awarded by the proprietors of the Hellifield Auction Mart to Mr C. Wolfenden, for the best cow in classes 9, 10 and 11. The champion silver cup, presented by the association for the best cow in the show was secured by Mr. G. Verity. The band, in connection with the Grafton School, played selections of music during the afternoon, and the proceeds of admission to the show between three and eight will be devoted to the Liverpool Hospital Sunday Fund. The following is a list of the prize winners:
Class 1. Fat Cows upward of 15 cwts. 1. T Clarke, Crosby; 2. J Moore; 3. G Verity.
Class 2. Fat Cows not exceeding 15 cwts. 1. R Wolfenden, Bootle; 2. Mrs Parker; 3. H Snowdon, Seaforth.
Class 3. Fat Cows not exceeding 13 cwts. 1. J Verity, Almond Street; 2. E G Hodgson, Waterloo; 3. T Shaw
Class 4. Fat Cows not exceeding 11 cwts. 1. G Mason, West Derby; 2.T Parrington; 3. R Brownlow.
Class 5. Fat Cow upwards of 15 cwts. 1. T Backhouse; 2. R Walker
Class 6. Fat Cow not exceeding 15 cwts. 1. R Wolfneden; 2. M Verity; 3. J Buxton
Class 7. Fat Cow not exceeding 13 cwts. 1. J Snowden; 2. W T Dean; 3. J Hanson
Class 8. Fat Cow not exceeding 11 cwt. 1. C Swinbank; J Benson; 3. R Alderman
Class 9. Fat Cow in calf or milk, most suitable for dairy purposes. 1. G Verity; 2. C Wolfenden; 3. R Wolfenden
Class 10. Middle weights. 1. R Wolfenden; 2. T Rindle; 3. J Hoggarth
Class 11. Light weights. 1. T Backhouse; 2. T Mansergh; 3. C Wolfenden
Class 12. 1. G Verity; 2. C Wolfenden; 3. R. Wolfenden.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - THURSDAY 15th DECEMBER 1887
The sixth annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle in connection with the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association was held yesterday in the North Haymarket, when there was a large attendance of members of the association and the general public. The principal object of the association is to encourage the keeping of a really good class of dairy cattle in Liverpool, and the excellence of yesterday's show goes a long way to prove that the statement set forth by many that cows cannot be kept in a healthy condition in towns, is unfounded. The entries were as numerous as usual, and included twelve classes, divided under the heads of fat cattle and dairy cattle. The judges for the former were Messrs. T. Walker and W. Philips and for the latter Messrs. R. Carr, H. Wilson, and J. Ellis, and the opinion of these gentlemen was that for general excellence and quality the entries in the present show have never been surpassed in any former show.
In the dairy classes there were some very fine animals sent in for competition, amongst which was a splendid cow belonging to Mr. G. Verity, which took the first prize. Messrs. F. Stone and T. Backhouse secured first prizes for dairy cattle. In the fat cow classes, Mr. T. Clarke of Crosby obtained a first prize for a magnificent cow which won the championship last year as a dairy cow. In the second class there was a very keen competition, the winner being R. Wolfenden. Six special prizes were also awarded for cows which did not obtain a prize, besides which Mr. T. Clarke carried off a silver cup awarded by Mr Benjamin Sykes, for the best fat cow in the show, and another silver cup was awarded by the proprietors of the Hellifield Auction Mart to Mr C. Wolfenden, for the best cow in classes 9, 10 and 11. The champion silver cup, presented by the association for the best cow in the show was secured by Mr. G. Verity. The band, in connection with the Grafton School, played selections of music during the afternoon, and the proceeds of admission to the show between three and eight will be devoted to the Liverpool Hospital Sunday Fund. The following is a list of the prize winners:
Class 1. Fat Cows upward of 15 cwts. 1. T Clarke, Crosby; 2. J Moore; 3. G Verity.
Class 2. Fat Cows not exceeding 15 cwts. 1. R Wolfenden, Bootle; 2. Mrs Parker; 3. H Snowdon, Seaforth.
Class 3. Fat Cows not exceeding 13 cwts. 1. J Verity, Almond Street; 2. E G Hodgson, Waterloo; 3. T Shaw
Class 4. Fat Cows not exceeding 11 cwts. 1. G Mason, West Derby; 2.T Parrington; 3. R Brownlow.
Class 5. Fat Cow upwards of 15 cwts. 1. T Backhouse; 2. R Walker
Class 6. Fat Cow not exceeding 15 cwts. 1. R Wolfneden; 2. M Verity; 3. J Buxton
Class 7. Fat Cow not exceeding 13 cwts. 1. J Snowden; 2. W T Dean; 3. J Hanson
Class 8. Fat Cow not exceeding 11 cwt. 1. C Swinbank; J Benson; 3. R Alderman
Class 9. Fat Cow in calf or milk, most suitable for dairy purposes. 1. G Verity; 2. C Wolfenden; 3. R Wolfenden
Class 10. Middle weights. 1. R Wolfenden; 2. T Rindle; 3. J Hoggarth
Class 11. Light weights. 1. T Backhouse; 2. T Mansergh; 3. C Wolfenden
Class 12. 1. G Verity; 2. C Wolfenden; 3. R. Wolfenden.
1888
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - 13th DECEMBER 1888
The seventh annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle, under the auspices of the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association, was held yesterday in North Haymarket. The entries were far larger than on previous occasions, and during the day the show was visited by large numbers of people, many of whom came from long distances and included the principal farmers and cowkeepers of Liverpool and the neighbourhood. The arduous task of judging was entrusted to Messrs. Thomas Walker (Lancaster), Robert Carr (Skipton), and William Phillips (Liverpool) for fat cattle, and Messrs. Wm. Wilson (Leeds), John Ellis (Ripon), and Richard Capstick (Sedbergh) for dairy cattle. The arrangements for the accommodation of visitors to the show were under the direction of a committee of gentlemen, of whom Mr John Verity was chairman, Mr Thomas Lawson, treasurer, and Mr Thomas Backhouse, secretary.
In the opinion of the judges the quality of the cattle exhibited exceeded that of last year’s show, and many magnificent animals, all of which were from shippons in Liverpool and the neighbourhood, were to be seen. Almost all the principal dairymen of Liverpool exhibited, the largest share of prizes falling to Mr C. Wolfenden, of Bootle, who took the champion silver cup presented by the Cowkeepers’ Association for the best cow in the show, and also a silver cup presented by the proprietors of the Hellifeld Auction Mart for the best pair of dairy cows in the show. Mr G. Verity, who also carried off a good number of prizes, exhibited two cows for this competition which, in the opinion of the judges, were superior animals but failed in milking properties.
During the day, dinner was served at the Houghton Arms Hotel, the caterer being Mr J. Gertrey, and to this some 200 sat down. Mr G. Verity presided, and after the usual loyal toasts had been given the chairman proposed the judges and subsequently the farmers of Liverpool.
Mr Webster, chairman of the farmers’ Association, in responding, said that the country milk was, as a rule, thought to be much better than town dairy milk. He for one knew that this was not so. They (the farmers) knew who were their best customers, and where their best hay wheat went to. It was to the dairymen of the town. Every one knew that the cows which were fed upon the best hay would produce the best milk.
Mr George Verity, in proposing the toast of the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association, said that seven or eight years ago that association had no intention of having a fat and dairy cattle show, and it was not until many gentlemen of high standing, who, however, knew nothing about cattle, began to criticise and say there was an unhealthy lot of cattle in the Liverpool shippons, that they determined to hold the present show. They had the result of their show that day to disprove these adverse criticisms. Unless they had cattle kept in Liverpool they would have to be dependent upon milk not less than 12 or 24 hours old. Now they had milk delivered morning and evening, and this was a most important fact, considering that scores of children were brought up entirely on cows’ milk.
Mr F. Stoner, in replying to the toast, said that the cowkeepers of Liverpool held this show merely to bring before the people of Liverpool the real nature and quality of the cattle which had been so unjustly criticised. The milk produced by Liverpool cows was far better and purer, and there was less contamination in it, than a good deal of the milk produced in the country. Referring to an interview with Dr. Taylor, the medical officer for health, he said that the gentleman had told him there had never been a case in which it had been proved that contaminated milk had come from Liverpool cows. During the whole of 1887, there had not been found one case of disease among the cows in the shippons of Liverpool. Other toasts were given and responded to, after which the proceedings terminated with a vote of thanks to the chairman.
The proceeds of admission to the show taken after three o’clock in the afternoon was given to the Liverpool Hospital Sunday Fund.
PRIZE LIST
Fat Cows upwards of 14½ cwts: 1. T. Backhouse; 2. J. Hoggarth; 3. R. Wolfenden; 4. H. Snowden; 5. F. Stoner.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14½ cwts: 1. T. Mansergh; 2. T. Lawson; 3. G. Verity; 4. G. Hutchinson; 5. M. Verity.
Fat Cows not exceeding 13 cwts: 1. H. Greenbank; 2. J. Harrison; 3. J. Hogg; 4. Mrs. De Mains; 5. J. Walker.
Fat Cows not exceeding 11½ cwts: 1. G. Swinbank; 2. R. Mansergh; 3. William Verity; 4. John Verity; 5. Miles Verity.
Competitions for those who did not obtain a prize in the previous classes –
Fat Cow 14½ cwts and upwards: 1. J. Hoggarth; 2. T. Backhouse.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14½ cwts: 1. T. Clark; 2. W. Waterworth; 3. R. Alderson; 4. F. Stoner.
Fat Cow not exceeding 13 cwts: 1. John Verity; 2. William Hill; 3. Miles Verity; 4. John Moore.
Fat Cow not exceeding 11½ cwts: 1. John Hogg; 2. William Bramley; 3. T. Partington; 4. Christopher Swinbank.
For best Cow or Heifer in calf or milk (for farmers exclusively): 1, 3 and 4, J. and W. Birch; 2. T. Woodruff.
For Cows in calf or milk: 1. C. Wolfenden; 2. E. Alderson; 3 and 4, W. Graves; 5. G. Verity.
For cows in calf or milk most suitable for Dairy Purposes:
Heavy Weights – 1. Charles Wolfenden; 2. Thomas Wolfenden; 3. G. Verity; 4. T. Backhouse; 5. F. Stoner.
Middle Weights – 1. R. Alderson; 2. Thomas Lawson; 3 and 4. R. Wolfenden; 5. T. Partington.
Light Weights – 1. R. Wolfenden; 2. J. Verity; 3. J. Walker; 4. J. Sayer.
SPECIAL PRIZES
Special Prize given by Messrs. Elam and Jackson, veterinary surgeons, 70 Lowhill, for the Best Cow in classes 1 and 2, not having obtained a prize – M. Verity.
Special Prize given by Messrs. J. Bibby and Sons, Liverpool, for the best cow in classes 3 and 4, not having obtained a prize – T. and G. Ingham.
A Silver Cup, presented by Mr Nathan Davis, of 7 Franklin Place, Everton, for the Best Fat Cow in the show which had been purchased from him as a dairy cow – G. Verity.
Special Prize given by Messrs. Lowe, of Huddersfield, for the best cow in class 9, not having obtained a prize – T. Backhouse.
Special Prize, given by Mr G. Ellis, King Street, Batley, Yorkshire, for the Best Cow in classes 10 and 11, not having obtained a prize – R. Alderson.
Special Prize, given by the Association, for the Best Cow in class 13, not having obtained a prize – W. Graves.
Valuable Silver Cup, presented by Mr Benjamin Sykes, Brownlow-hill Mills, for the Best Fat Cow in the Show – T. Backhouse.
Valuable Silver Cup, presented by the Proprietors of the Hellifield Auction Mart Co., for the Best Pair of Dairy Cows in the Show – T. Backhouse.
Valuable Silver Cup, presented by Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association, for the Best Cow in the Show – C. Wolfenden.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - 13th DECEMBER 1888
The seventh annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle, under the auspices of the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association, was held yesterday in North Haymarket. The entries were far larger than on previous occasions, and during the day the show was visited by large numbers of people, many of whom came from long distances and included the principal farmers and cowkeepers of Liverpool and the neighbourhood. The arduous task of judging was entrusted to Messrs. Thomas Walker (Lancaster), Robert Carr (Skipton), and William Phillips (Liverpool) for fat cattle, and Messrs. Wm. Wilson (Leeds), John Ellis (Ripon), and Richard Capstick (Sedbergh) for dairy cattle. The arrangements for the accommodation of visitors to the show were under the direction of a committee of gentlemen, of whom Mr John Verity was chairman, Mr Thomas Lawson, treasurer, and Mr Thomas Backhouse, secretary.
In the opinion of the judges the quality of the cattle exhibited exceeded that of last year’s show, and many magnificent animals, all of which were from shippons in Liverpool and the neighbourhood, were to be seen. Almost all the principal dairymen of Liverpool exhibited, the largest share of prizes falling to Mr C. Wolfenden, of Bootle, who took the champion silver cup presented by the Cowkeepers’ Association for the best cow in the show, and also a silver cup presented by the proprietors of the Hellifeld Auction Mart for the best pair of dairy cows in the show. Mr G. Verity, who also carried off a good number of prizes, exhibited two cows for this competition which, in the opinion of the judges, were superior animals but failed in milking properties.
During the day, dinner was served at the Houghton Arms Hotel, the caterer being Mr J. Gertrey, and to this some 200 sat down. Mr G. Verity presided, and after the usual loyal toasts had been given the chairman proposed the judges and subsequently the farmers of Liverpool.
Mr Webster, chairman of the farmers’ Association, in responding, said that the country milk was, as a rule, thought to be much better than town dairy milk. He for one knew that this was not so. They (the farmers) knew who were their best customers, and where their best hay wheat went to. It was to the dairymen of the town. Every one knew that the cows which were fed upon the best hay would produce the best milk.
Mr George Verity, in proposing the toast of the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association, said that seven or eight years ago that association had no intention of having a fat and dairy cattle show, and it was not until many gentlemen of high standing, who, however, knew nothing about cattle, began to criticise and say there was an unhealthy lot of cattle in the Liverpool shippons, that they determined to hold the present show. They had the result of their show that day to disprove these adverse criticisms. Unless they had cattle kept in Liverpool they would have to be dependent upon milk not less than 12 or 24 hours old. Now they had milk delivered morning and evening, and this was a most important fact, considering that scores of children were brought up entirely on cows’ milk.
Mr F. Stoner, in replying to the toast, said that the cowkeepers of Liverpool held this show merely to bring before the people of Liverpool the real nature and quality of the cattle which had been so unjustly criticised. The milk produced by Liverpool cows was far better and purer, and there was less contamination in it, than a good deal of the milk produced in the country. Referring to an interview with Dr. Taylor, the medical officer for health, he said that the gentleman had told him there had never been a case in which it had been proved that contaminated milk had come from Liverpool cows. During the whole of 1887, there had not been found one case of disease among the cows in the shippons of Liverpool. Other toasts were given and responded to, after which the proceedings terminated with a vote of thanks to the chairman.
The proceeds of admission to the show taken after three o’clock in the afternoon was given to the Liverpool Hospital Sunday Fund.
PRIZE LIST
Fat Cows upwards of 14½ cwts: 1. T. Backhouse; 2. J. Hoggarth; 3. R. Wolfenden; 4. H. Snowden; 5. F. Stoner.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14½ cwts: 1. T. Mansergh; 2. T. Lawson; 3. G. Verity; 4. G. Hutchinson; 5. M. Verity.
Fat Cows not exceeding 13 cwts: 1. H. Greenbank; 2. J. Harrison; 3. J. Hogg; 4. Mrs. De Mains; 5. J. Walker.
Fat Cows not exceeding 11½ cwts: 1. G. Swinbank; 2. R. Mansergh; 3. William Verity; 4. John Verity; 5. Miles Verity.
Competitions for those who did not obtain a prize in the previous classes –
Fat Cow 14½ cwts and upwards: 1. J. Hoggarth; 2. T. Backhouse.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14½ cwts: 1. T. Clark; 2. W. Waterworth; 3. R. Alderson; 4. F. Stoner.
Fat Cow not exceeding 13 cwts: 1. John Verity; 2. William Hill; 3. Miles Verity; 4. John Moore.
Fat Cow not exceeding 11½ cwts: 1. John Hogg; 2. William Bramley; 3. T. Partington; 4. Christopher Swinbank.
For best Cow or Heifer in calf or milk (for farmers exclusively): 1, 3 and 4, J. and W. Birch; 2. T. Woodruff.
For Cows in calf or milk: 1. C. Wolfenden; 2. E. Alderson; 3 and 4, W. Graves; 5. G. Verity.
For cows in calf or milk most suitable for Dairy Purposes:
Heavy Weights – 1. Charles Wolfenden; 2. Thomas Wolfenden; 3. G. Verity; 4. T. Backhouse; 5. F. Stoner.
Middle Weights – 1. R. Alderson; 2. Thomas Lawson; 3 and 4. R. Wolfenden; 5. T. Partington.
Light Weights – 1. R. Wolfenden; 2. J. Verity; 3. J. Walker; 4. J. Sayer.
SPECIAL PRIZES
Special Prize given by Messrs. Elam and Jackson, veterinary surgeons, 70 Lowhill, for the Best Cow in classes 1 and 2, not having obtained a prize – M. Verity.
Special Prize given by Messrs. J. Bibby and Sons, Liverpool, for the best cow in classes 3 and 4, not having obtained a prize – T. and G. Ingham.
A Silver Cup, presented by Mr Nathan Davis, of 7 Franklin Place, Everton, for the Best Fat Cow in the show which had been purchased from him as a dairy cow – G. Verity.
Special Prize given by Messrs. Lowe, of Huddersfield, for the best cow in class 9, not having obtained a prize – T. Backhouse.
Special Prize, given by Mr G. Ellis, King Street, Batley, Yorkshire, for the Best Cow in classes 10 and 11, not having obtained a prize – R. Alderson.
Special Prize, given by the Association, for the Best Cow in class 13, not having obtained a prize – W. Graves.
Valuable Silver Cup, presented by Mr Benjamin Sykes, Brownlow-hill Mills, for the Best Fat Cow in the Show – T. Backhouse.
Valuable Silver Cup, presented by the Proprietors of the Hellifield Auction Mart Co., for the Best Pair of Dairy Cows in the Show – T. Backhouse.
Valuable Silver Cup, presented by Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association, for the Best Cow in the Show – C. Wolfenden.
1890
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - THURSDAY 11th DECEMBER 1890
The ninth annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle under the auspices of the City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association took place at the North Haymarket, yesterday. The show was superior to any of its predecessors, and the entries numbered 204, compared with 149 last year. The fat cattle shown were some of the best to be found, whilst the condition and development of the dairy cattle made it evident that in town dairies cows may prosper, notwithstanding what is sometimes said to the contrary. The champion fat cow weighed 18cwts. The Mayor of Liverpool (Mr. J. B. Morgan) and the Mayor of Bootle (Mr. F. Vicars) were among the numerous visitors. The following is the prize list:-
Fat Cows
Open to all bona fide cowkeepers in society's district.
Class I. Upwards of 14½ cwts: - 1. T. Mansergh; 2. W. Waterworth; 3. J. Walker; 4. J. Newsholme; 5. T. Scarr.
Class II. 1. T. Carr; 2. C. Swinbank; 3. J. Akrigg; 4. J. Walker; 5. J. Verity.
Class III. Not exceeding 13cwts. 1. F. Stoner; 2. W. Culshaw; 3. T. Scarr; 4. Mrs. A. Scholes; 5. T. Lawson.
Class IV. Not exceeding 11½cwts: 1. J. Brown; 2. Mrs. Manchester; 3. G. Hunter; 4. J. Moore; 5. J. Raw.
Classes V, VI, VII and VIII were formed of cows not having obtained a prize in the four preceding classes, the competition being limited to members.
Class V: 1. H. Snowdon; 2. H. Robinson: 3. R. Wolfenden; 4. T. M'Manns.
Class VI: 1. R. Kitching; 2. G. Atkinson; 3. W. Culshaw; 4. Mrs. Parker.
Class VII: 1. J. Moore; 2. J. Benson; 3. G. Joy; 4. T. Lawson.
Class VIII: 1. W. Verity; 2. R. Mansergh; 3. R. Hitching; 4. N. Strickland.
Cows in calf or milk, most suitable for dairy purposes (open to all in the district):
Class IX (heavyweights): 1. and 2. J. Wolfenden; 3. C. Wolfenden; 4. F. Alderson; 5. J. Irving.
Class X (middleweights): 1. J. Wolfenden; 2. B. Alderson; 3. R. Wolfenden; 4. M. Verity; 5. T. Lawson
Class XI (lightweights): 1. J. Hogg; 2. F. Alderson; 3. J. Verity; 4. R. Alderson; 5. J. Wolfenden.
Class XII, Cow or Heifer in calf or milk (the competition exclusively reserved to farmers' cattle): 1, 2, 3, and 4. Gregory Verity, Upton Rocks, near Widnes.
Class XIII, Cows in calf or milk (most suitable for dairy purposes. Open competition). 1. C. Wolfenden; 2. E. Alderson; 3. R. Wolfenden; 4. R. Alderson; 5. T. Hindle.
Canadian Cows (special prize given by Messrs. J. Sullivan and Co., open only to exhibitors whose animals have been purchased at their auction sales).
Class I: Canadian Cow in calf or milk for dairy purposes (Cows in calf over 11 cwt., cows calved over l0cwt.): 1. L. Briggs; 2. T. Scarr
Class II: 1. R. Jackson; 2. W. Heapy.
Class III (fat Canadian cows or heifers the bona fide property of exhibitor at least three months prior to show), for animals 12cwt. and upwards: 1. F. Stoner; 2. L. Briggs.
Class IV, for animals not exceeding 12cwt.: 1. F. Stoner; 2. W. Davidson.
Mr. J. M'Donnell, of Stanley Arms Hotel, consolation prizes for best Cows not having obtained a prize in Messrs. Sullivan's classes I and II: 1. and 2. T. Snowden.
Special prizes offered by Mr. J. Dyke (of Canadian Government Agency, Liverpool) for Canadian Fat Cows other than those purchased from Messrs. Sullivan: 1. H. Snowden; 2. T. Scarr; 3. H. Snowden.
Messrs. Elam and Jackson's Prize for Best Cow in Classes I and II, not having obtained a prize: W. Davison.
Mr. W. Bradshaw's Prize for Best Cow in III and IV, not having obtained a prize: N. Strickland.
Mr. W. Graves Prizes for Best Three Fat Cows in the show purchased from him as dairy cows: 1. J. Newsham; 2. T. Carr; 3. H. Robinson.
Mr. Thomas Wolfenden's Prizes for best three fat Cows purchased from him as dairy cows: 1. G. Bellman; 2. W. Peters; 3. T. M'Manns.
Messrs. Kendal and Atkinson’s Prizes for best three fat Cows purchased from them as dairy cows: 1. F. Stoner; 2. C. Swinbank; 3. J. Walker.
Mr. W. G. Telford’s Prize for three Fat Cows the bona fide property of any of his customers: 1. C. Swinbank; 2 and 3. W. Culshaw.
Mr. G. Verity's Prize for cow in 9 not having obtained a prize: W. Waterworth.
Mr. G. Ellis's Prize for the best Cow in 10 and 11 not having a prize: J. Verity
Messrs. Cleeve Brothers Prize for the best cow in 13 not having a prize: Miles Verity.
Silver cup (presented by Benjamin Sykes) for the best fat cow in the show: Thomas Mansergh.
Silver cup (presented by the proprietors of the Hellifield Auction Mart) for the best pair of dairy cows: J. Wolfenden.
A champion silver cup (presented by the Liverpool Cowkeepers' Association) for the best cow in the-show: J. Wolfenden.
The judges were, of fat cattle, Mr. Thomas Walker (Lancaster), Mr. Robert Carr (Skipton), and Mr. Rt. Harrison (Burton-in-Lonsdale); of dairy cattle, Mr. John Ellis (Ripon) and Mr. Edward Mason (Kendal). The members of the association and the judges, their task over, sat down to dinner at the Albert Hall, under the chairmanship of Mr. Wm. Lowe. Mr. Holmes, of Walton Road, was the caterer.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - THURSDAY 11th DECEMBER 1890
The ninth annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle under the auspices of the City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association took place at the North Haymarket, yesterday. The show was superior to any of its predecessors, and the entries numbered 204, compared with 149 last year. The fat cattle shown were some of the best to be found, whilst the condition and development of the dairy cattle made it evident that in town dairies cows may prosper, notwithstanding what is sometimes said to the contrary. The champion fat cow weighed 18cwts. The Mayor of Liverpool (Mr. J. B. Morgan) and the Mayor of Bootle (Mr. F. Vicars) were among the numerous visitors. The following is the prize list:-
Fat Cows
Open to all bona fide cowkeepers in society's district.
Class I. Upwards of 14½ cwts: - 1. T. Mansergh; 2. W. Waterworth; 3. J. Walker; 4. J. Newsholme; 5. T. Scarr.
Class II. 1. T. Carr; 2. C. Swinbank; 3. J. Akrigg; 4. J. Walker; 5. J. Verity.
Class III. Not exceeding 13cwts. 1. F. Stoner; 2. W. Culshaw; 3. T. Scarr; 4. Mrs. A. Scholes; 5. T. Lawson.
Class IV. Not exceeding 11½cwts: 1. J. Brown; 2. Mrs. Manchester; 3. G. Hunter; 4. J. Moore; 5. J. Raw.
Classes V, VI, VII and VIII were formed of cows not having obtained a prize in the four preceding classes, the competition being limited to members.
Class V: 1. H. Snowdon; 2. H. Robinson: 3. R. Wolfenden; 4. T. M'Manns.
Class VI: 1. R. Kitching; 2. G. Atkinson; 3. W. Culshaw; 4. Mrs. Parker.
Class VII: 1. J. Moore; 2. J. Benson; 3. G. Joy; 4. T. Lawson.
Class VIII: 1. W. Verity; 2. R. Mansergh; 3. R. Hitching; 4. N. Strickland.
Cows in calf or milk, most suitable for dairy purposes (open to all in the district):
Class IX (heavyweights): 1. and 2. J. Wolfenden; 3. C. Wolfenden; 4. F. Alderson; 5. J. Irving.
Class X (middleweights): 1. J. Wolfenden; 2. B. Alderson; 3. R. Wolfenden; 4. M. Verity; 5. T. Lawson
Class XI (lightweights): 1. J. Hogg; 2. F. Alderson; 3. J. Verity; 4. R. Alderson; 5. J. Wolfenden.
Class XII, Cow or Heifer in calf or milk (the competition exclusively reserved to farmers' cattle): 1, 2, 3, and 4. Gregory Verity, Upton Rocks, near Widnes.
Class XIII, Cows in calf or milk (most suitable for dairy purposes. Open competition). 1. C. Wolfenden; 2. E. Alderson; 3. R. Wolfenden; 4. R. Alderson; 5. T. Hindle.
Canadian Cows (special prize given by Messrs. J. Sullivan and Co., open only to exhibitors whose animals have been purchased at their auction sales).
Class I: Canadian Cow in calf or milk for dairy purposes (Cows in calf over 11 cwt., cows calved over l0cwt.): 1. L. Briggs; 2. T. Scarr
Class II: 1. R. Jackson; 2. W. Heapy.
Class III (fat Canadian cows or heifers the bona fide property of exhibitor at least three months prior to show), for animals 12cwt. and upwards: 1. F. Stoner; 2. L. Briggs.
Class IV, for animals not exceeding 12cwt.: 1. F. Stoner; 2. W. Davidson.
Mr. J. M'Donnell, of Stanley Arms Hotel, consolation prizes for best Cows not having obtained a prize in Messrs. Sullivan's classes I and II: 1. and 2. T. Snowden.
Special prizes offered by Mr. J. Dyke (of Canadian Government Agency, Liverpool) for Canadian Fat Cows other than those purchased from Messrs. Sullivan: 1. H. Snowden; 2. T. Scarr; 3. H. Snowden.
Messrs. Elam and Jackson's Prize for Best Cow in Classes I and II, not having obtained a prize: W. Davison.
Mr. W. Bradshaw's Prize for Best Cow in III and IV, not having obtained a prize: N. Strickland.
Mr. W. Graves Prizes for Best Three Fat Cows in the show purchased from him as dairy cows: 1. J. Newsham; 2. T. Carr; 3. H. Robinson.
Mr. Thomas Wolfenden's Prizes for best three fat Cows purchased from him as dairy cows: 1. G. Bellman; 2. W. Peters; 3. T. M'Manns.
Messrs. Kendal and Atkinson’s Prizes for best three fat Cows purchased from them as dairy cows: 1. F. Stoner; 2. C. Swinbank; 3. J. Walker.
Mr. W. G. Telford’s Prize for three Fat Cows the bona fide property of any of his customers: 1. C. Swinbank; 2 and 3. W. Culshaw.
Mr. G. Verity's Prize for cow in 9 not having obtained a prize: W. Waterworth.
Mr. G. Ellis's Prize for the best Cow in 10 and 11 not having a prize: J. Verity
Messrs. Cleeve Brothers Prize for the best cow in 13 not having a prize: Miles Verity.
Silver cup (presented by Benjamin Sykes) for the best fat cow in the show: Thomas Mansergh.
Silver cup (presented by the proprietors of the Hellifield Auction Mart) for the best pair of dairy cows: J. Wolfenden.
A champion silver cup (presented by the Liverpool Cowkeepers' Association) for the best cow in the-show: J. Wolfenden.
The judges were, of fat cattle, Mr. Thomas Walker (Lancaster), Mr. Robert Carr (Skipton), and Mr. Rt. Harrison (Burton-in-Lonsdale); of dairy cattle, Mr. John Ellis (Ripon) and Mr. Edward Mason (Kendal). The members of the association and the judges, their task over, sat down to dinner at the Albert Hall, under the chairmanship of Mr. Wm. Lowe. Mr. Holmes, of Walton Road, was the caterer.
1891
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY – THURSDAY 17th DECEMBER 1891
Under the auspices of the City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association, the tenth annual show of fat and dairy cattle took place yesterday at the North Haymarket. The show has attained a very high standard, and in some quarters is spoken of as the best out of London. This year the number of exhibits is somewhat smaller than last year, which is more than accounted for by the dearness of provender and the low prices beef has lately been making, the inevitable result being that cowkeepers have not kept their stock quite so long as usual. On the whole the exhibition is well up to the mark of previous years, and a really fine set came up for the opinion of the judge. The dairy cows were a magnificent lot, and remaining in the city till next year, very many may be expected among the fat cows of 1892. Mr T Backhouse (58 Tetlow Street), the energetic Secretary of the association, again carried off the cup for a fat cow weighing over 17cwt. This is the third time Mr Backhouse has gained a distinction, the last being in 1889 and the other about five years previous. The competition was, however, very keen and very fine animals were shown by Mr Frank Heath (57 Mulberry Street, city), Mr Thomas Scarr ( Marlborough Road, Tuebrook) and Mrs Scholes (Ashfield Street, city). The champion dairy cow was that of Mr James Wolfenden (Chapel Street, Waterloo), who has carried this honour off three years in succession with the same cow. The competition was very good; at any rate, one excellent example being shown by Mr Richard Alderson (100 Strand Road, Bootle). There were in the show altogether 163 cows, 92 being included in the fat classes.
The Mayor of Liverpool (Mr J de Bels Adam) visited the show and was very cordially received. He was conducted round by Mr John Verity (the chairman), Mr William Lowe (the vice-chairman), Mr T Lawson (the treasurer), Mr T Backhouse (the secretary), Mr Henry Snowden and Mr Fred Stoner.
PRIZE LIST
Fat Cows
Fat cow, 14½cwt and upwards. 1. T Backhouse; 2. F Heath; 3. T Scarr; 4. Mrs Scholes; 5. Miles Verity.
Fat cow, not exceeding 14½cwt. 1. J Irving; 2. G Windle; 3. N Strickland; 4. H Snowden; 5. T Lawson.
Fat cow, not exceeding 13cwts. 1. T Clarke; 2. E G Hodgson; 3. T Clark; 4. J Owen; 5. J Newsholme.
Fat cow, not exceeding 11½cwt. 1. Mrs Parker; 2. F Webster; 3. J and R Atkinson; 4. G Joy; 5. W Davidson.
Consolation prizes
Fat cow, 14½cwt and upwards. 1. E Alderson; 2. Henry Snowden; 3. and 4. T Backhouse.
Fat cow, not exceeding 14½cwt. 1. F Stoner; 2. J Verity; 3. R Alderson; 4. E Alderson.
Fat cow not exceeding 13cwt. 1 C Swinbank;2. J Verity; 3. W Davidson; 4. T Parrington.
Fat cow, not exceeding 11cwt. 1. J Hogg; 2. L Briggs; 3. J Foster; 4. M Verity.
Dairy Cows
Heavy weights. 1. J Wolfenden; 2. R Alderson; 3. J Wolfenden; 4. W Culshaw; 5. T Backhouse.
Middle weights. 1. R Wolfenden; 2. F Heath; 3. J Wolfenden; 4. R Raw; 5. R Tunstall.
Light weights. 1. E G Hodgson; 2. T Mansergh; 3. W Hill; 4. M Verity; 5. J Verity.
Best cow or heifer in calf or milk (farmers and cattle dealers); 1. and 2. G Verity, Upton Rocks, near Widnes; 3. R Ashcroft, Rufford; 4. T H Holmes, Bootle; 5. R Robinson, Kirkdale.
Cows with calf or milk, most suitable for dairy purposes (UK): 1. Potter and Co., Darwen; 2. R Alderson, Bootle; 3. T Backhouse, Liverpool; 4. and 5. W Graves, Leyburn, Yorkshire.
Canadian Cows
Cows in calf or milk. 1. Henry Snowden; 2. G Woodruff.
Fat cow or heifer. 1. T Scarr; 2. F Stoner.
Consolation prize to T Clark, Moor Lane, Crosby.
Special Prizes
£3 3s., given by Messrs Elam and Jackson, veterinary surgeons, Low Hill, for the best cow in Classes l and 2 not having obtained a prize: Henry Snowden.
£2 2s., given by Mr T Lawson, treasurer, for the best cow in classes 3 and 4, not having obtained a prize: T H Bosworth.
£5, £2, and £1, given by Mr W Graves of Wensleydale Auction Mart, Larch Lea, Liverpool, for the best three Fat Cows, which have been purchased from him as dairy cows: 1. T Clark; 2. J Newsholme; 3. T Backhouse.
£3, £2, and £1, given by Mr Thomas Wolfenden, cattle dealer, Waterloo, for the best Three Fat Cows which have been purchased from him as dairy cows: 1. N Strickland; 2. C Swinbank; 3. R Alderson.
£2 and £3, given by Mr W Bradshaw, Fox Street, Liverpool, for Two Fat Cows, the bona-fide property of any of his customers: 1. R Backhouse; 2. T Clark.
Prizes given by Mr W Telford, of Fox Street Mills, Liverpool, for Three Fat Cows, the bona-fide property of his customers: 1. (a churn) M Verity; 2. J Irving; 3. T H Bosworth.
£2 and £1, given by Mr W H S Bevin, dairyman, Walton Road, for the best Dairy Cow, the bone-fide property of a widow or spinster being a cowkeeper in the society's district: 1. Mrs Prescott; 2. Mrs Scholes.
Silver Cup (or value £6 6s.), presented by Mr Benjamin Sykes, Brownlow Hill Mills, for the best Fat Cow in the show: T Backhouse.
Silver Cup (£6 6s.) presented by the proprietors of Hellifield Auction Mart, for the best pair of Dairy Cows, any weight, the bona-fide property of a cowkeeper in the district of the association: R Alderson.
Champion Silver Cup (or value, £7 7s.), presented by the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association for Best Cow in the show: J Wolfenden.
The judges were: Fat cattle - Mr Thomas Walker, Lancaster, Mr Robert Carr, Skipton, Mr Richard Harrison, Burton-in-Lonsdale; Dairy cattle - Mr John Ellis, Ripon; Mr Edward Mason, Kendal.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY – THURSDAY 17th DECEMBER 1891
Under the auspices of the City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association, the tenth annual show of fat and dairy cattle took place yesterday at the North Haymarket. The show has attained a very high standard, and in some quarters is spoken of as the best out of London. This year the number of exhibits is somewhat smaller than last year, which is more than accounted for by the dearness of provender and the low prices beef has lately been making, the inevitable result being that cowkeepers have not kept their stock quite so long as usual. On the whole the exhibition is well up to the mark of previous years, and a really fine set came up for the opinion of the judge. The dairy cows were a magnificent lot, and remaining in the city till next year, very many may be expected among the fat cows of 1892. Mr T Backhouse (58 Tetlow Street), the energetic Secretary of the association, again carried off the cup for a fat cow weighing over 17cwt. This is the third time Mr Backhouse has gained a distinction, the last being in 1889 and the other about five years previous. The competition was, however, very keen and very fine animals were shown by Mr Frank Heath (57 Mulberry Street, city), Mr Thomas Scarr ( Marlborough Road, Tuebrook) and Mrs Scholes (Ashfield Street, city). The champion dairy cow was that of Mr James Wolfenden (Chapel Street, Waterloo), who has carried this honour off three years in succession with the same cow. The competition was very good; at any rate, one excellent example being shown by Mr Richard Alderson (100 Strand Road, Bootle). There were in the show altogether 163 cows, 92 being included in the fat classes.
The Mayor of Liverpool (Mr J de Bels Adam) visited the show and was very cordially received. He was conducted round by Mr John Verity (the chairman), Mr William Lowe (the vice-chairman), Mr T Lawson (the treasurer), Mr T Backhouse (the secretary), Mr Henry Snowden and Mr Fred Stoner.
PRIZE LIST
Fat Cows
Fat cow, 14½cwt and upwards. 1. T Backhouse; 2. F Heath; 3. T Scarr; 4. Mrs Scholes; 5. Miles Verity.
Fat cow, not exceeding 14½cwt. 1. J Irving; 2. G Windle; 3. N Strickland; 4. H Snowden; 5. T Lawson.
Fat cow, not exceeding 13cwts. 1. T Clarke; 2. E G Hodgson; 3. T Clark; 4. J Owen; 5. J Newsholme.
Fat cow, not exceeding 11½cwt. 1. Mrs Parker; 2. F Webster; 3. J and R Atkinson; 4. G Joy; 5. W Davidson.
Consolation prizes
Fat cow, 14½cwt and upwards. 1. E Alderson; 2. Henry Snowden; 3. and 4. T Backhouse.
Fat cow, not exceeding 14½cwt. 1. F Stoner; 2. J Verity; 3. R Alderson; 4. E Alderson.
Fat cow not exceeding 13cwt. 1 C Swinbank;2. J Verity; 3. W Davidson; 4. T Parrington.
Fat cow, not exceeding 11cwt. 1. J Hogg; 2. L Briggs; 3. J Foster; 4. M Verity.
Dairy Cows
Heavy weights. 1. J Wolfenden; 2. R Alderson; 3. J Wolfenden; 4. W Culshaw; 5. T Backhouse.
Middle weights. 1. R Wolfenden; 2. F Heath; 3. J Wolfenden; 4. R Raw; 5. R Tunstall.
Light weights. 1. E G Hodgson; 2. T Mansergh; 3. W Hill; 4. M Verity; 5. J Verity.
Best cow or heifer in calf or milk (farmers and cattle dealers); 1. and 2. G Verity, Upton Rocks, near Widnes; 3. R Ashcroft, Rufford; 4. T H Holmes, Bootle; 5. R Robinson, Kirkdale.
Cows with calf or milk, most suitable for dairy purposes (UK): 1. Potter and Co., Darwen; 2. R Alderson, Bootle; 3. T Backhouse, Liverpool; 4. and 5. W Graves, Leyburn, Yorkshire.
Canadian Cows
Cows in calf or milk. 1. Henry Snowden; 2. G Woodruff.
Fat cow or heifer. 1. T Scarr; 2. F Stoner.
Consolation prize to T Clark, Moor Lane, Crosby.
Special Prizes
£3 3s., given by Messrs Elam and Jackson, veterinary surgeons, Low Hill, for the best cow in Classes l and 2 not having obtained a prize: Henry Snowden.
£2 2s., given by Mr T Lawson, treasurer, for the best cow in classes 3 and 4, not having obtained a prize: T H Bosworth.
£5, £2, and £1, given by Mr W Graves of Wensleydale Auction Mart, Larch Lea, Liverpool, for the best three Fat Cows, which have been purchased from him as dairy cows: 1. T Clark; 2. J Newsholme; 3. T Backhouse.
£3, £2, and £1, given by Mr Thomas Wolfenden, cattle dealer, Waterloo, for the best Three Fat Cows which have been purchased from him as dairy cows: 1. N Strickland; 2. C Swinbank; 3. R Alderson.
£2 and £3, given by Mr W Bradshaw, Fox Street, Liverpool, for Two Fat Cows, the bona-fide property of any of his customers: 1. R Backhouse; 2. T Clark.
Prizes given by Mr W Telford, of Fox Street Mills, Liverpool, for Three Fat Cows, the bona-fide property of his customers: 1. (a churn) M Verity; 2. J Irving; 3. T H Bosworth.
£2 and £1, given by Mr W H S Bevin, dairyman, Walton Road, for the best Dairy Cow, the bone-fide property of a widow or spinster being a cowkeeper in the society's district: 1. Mrs Prescott; 2. Mrs Scholes.
Silver Cup (or value £6 6s.), presented by Mr Benjamin Sykes, Brownlow Hill Mills, for the best Fat Cow in the show: T Backhouse.
Silver Cup (£6 6s.) presented by the proprietors of Hellifield Auction Mart, for the best pair of Dairy Cows, any weight, the bona-fide property of a cowkeeper in the district of the association: R Alderson.
Champion Silver Cup (or value, £7 7s.), presented by the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association for Best Cow in the show: J Wolfenden.
The judges were: Fat cattle - Mr Thomas Walker, Lancaster, Mr Robert Carr, Skipton, Mr Richard Harrison, Burton-in-Lonsdale; Dairy cattle - Mr John Ellis, Ripon; Mr Edward Mason, Kendal.
1892
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - THURSDAY 15th DECEMBER 1892
The eleventh annual show of fat and dairy castle in connection with the City of Liverpool and its Cowkeepers' Association took place yesterday at the North Haymarket. There was a large and interesting show, and the general judgement was that the quality of the cattle exhibited was better than has been formerly seen here. This was the more surprising when, according to the views of cowkeepers, the prices obtained for beef are so low. The Mayor of Liverpool conveyed his regret at being unable (owing to the pressure of public engagements) to follow the custom of his predecessors in visiting the show. The Mayor and ex-Mayor of Bootle were also unable to attend owing to the meeting of the Borough Council. For the first time since its inauguration the society rejoiced in the generous patronage of Lord Derby and Lord Lathom. There was a numerous attendance of visitor. The gate money from ten am until three was devoted to the Stanley Hospital, and from three till eight pm to the Liverpool and Bootle Hospital Sunday Funds. The champion cow was exhibited by Mr. T. Strickland, 15, Mulberry-street, and was universally admired. Mr. T. Backhouse was again strongly in evidence, and soon disposed of a large quantity of "prime beef for Christmas consumption." The prize list was as follows:-
Competition open to all bona fide cowkeepers in society's district
Fat Cows (14 cwts. and upwards): 1. E Alderson; 2. T Scarr; 3 and 4. W Culshaw; 5, T Willacy.
Fat Cows (not exceeding 14 cwts.): 1. J Hogg; 2. T Backhouse; 3. J Bousfield; 4. T Briggs; 5. W Sayer.
Fat Cow (not exceeding 13 cwts.): 1. M Verity; 2. J Akrigg; 3, Mrs. Scholes; 4, J Verity; 5, T Lawson.
Fat Cow (not exceeding 11 cwts.): 1. R Greenbank; 2. J Raw; 3. J and R Atkinson; 4. B Whitehead; 5. W T Dean.
Competition for cows not having a prize in previous four classes and limited to members
Fat Cows (14 cwts and upwards): 1. M Verity; 2. Mrs Manchester; 3. H Snowden; 4. T Scarr.
Fat Cows (not exceeding 14 cwts.): 1. J Burrows; 2. H Robinson; 3. G Fallowfield; 4. T Backhouse.
Fat Cows (not exceeding 13 cwts.): 1. R Goth; 2. B Whitehead; 3. T Briggs; 4. J Owen.
Fat Cows (not exceeding 11 cwts): 1. T Clarke. 2. E Mason; 3. Mrs Parker.
Cows in Calf or Milk most suitable for dairy purposes, open to all bona-fide cowkeepers in the district-
Heavy Weights: 1. R Alderson; 2. N Strickland; 3 and 4, T Backhouse
Middle Weights: 1. T M'Manus; 2. J Wolfenden; 3. R Raw; 4. J Walker; 5. J Irving
Light Weights: 1. R Alderson; 2. R Wolfenden; 3. J Wolfenden; 4. J Verity; 5. E Alderson.
Best Cow or Heifer in Calf or Milk, for farmers exclusively within a radius of 20 miles: 1. G Verity; 2. T S Rogerson; 3. J Hulme
Best Cow in calf or milk, most suitable for town dairy purpose for cattle dealers exclusively: 1. M Davies; 2. J Moore; 3. T Hindle
Cows in calf or milk most suitable for dairy purposes (open): 1. M Strickland; 2. R Alderson; 3. I Hulley; 4. T Howard; 5. E Alderson
Canadian Cows (prizes by Messrs. Sullivan and Co.), dairy cows in calf or Milk: 1. J Hogg; 2. H Snowden
Fat Canadian Cows or Heifers: 1. H Snowden; 2. F Stoner
Consolation prizes in two previous classes - Cow: J Hogg. Dairy: H Snowden
Special Prizes.
Messrs Elam and Jackson - R E Mansergh
Mr W Heath - E Mason
The Wensleydale Auction Mart: 1. Mrs Scholes; 2. T Lawson; 3. T Backhouse
Mr T Wolfenden: 1. E Alderson; 2. T Backhouse; 3. J Burrows
Mr W Bradshaw: 1. W Culshaw; 2. T Backhouse
Messrs Smith and Telford: 1. W Culshaw; 2. J Hogg; 3. Mrs Manchester; 4. W Culshaw
Mr G Ellis - J Wolfenden
Mr G Bargh - T Wolfenden
Mr W S H Bevin: 1. Mrs Prescott; 2. Mrs Manchester
Mr B Sykes - E Alderson
Hellifield Auction Mart-Silver Cup - N Strickland
Liverpool Cowkeepers Association Champion Silver Cup – N Strickland
The judges were: Fat Cattle – Messrs. R Carr (Skipton), R Newsome (Ripon) and T Walker (Lancaster); dairy Cattle – Messrs. K Mason (Kendal) and S Bargh (Kirkby Lonsdale)
In the evening the members dined at Haymarket Hotel, Juvenal Street, and the reunion was attended by Mr Rudd, solicitor of the association. Great credit for the continued success of the society is due to Mr John Verity (President), Mr William Lowe (Chairman), Mr T Lawson (Treasurer) and Mr T Backhouse (Secretary).
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - THURSDAY 15th DECEMBER 1892
The eleventh annual show of fat and dairy castle in connection with the City of Liverpool and its Cowkeepers' Association took place yesterday at the North Haymarket. There was a large and interesting show, and the general judgement was that the quality of the cattle exhibited was better than has been formerly seen here. This was the more surprising when, according to the views of cowkeepers, the prices obtained for beef are so low. The Mayor of Liverpool conveyed his regret at being unable (owing to the pressure of public engagements) to follow the custom of his predecessors in visiting the show. The Mayor and ex-Mayor of Bootle were also unable to attend owing to the meeting of the Borough Council. For the first time since its inauguration the society rejoiced in the generous patronage of Lord Derby and Lord Lathom. There was a numerous attendance of visitor. The gate money from ten am until three was devoted to the Stanley Hospital, and from three till eight pm to the Liverpool and Bootle Hospital Sunday Funds. The champion cow was exhibited by Mr. T. Strickland, 15, Mulberry-street, and was universally admired. Mr. T. Backhouse was again strongly in evidence, and soon disposed of a large quantity of "prime beef for Christmas consumption." The prize list was as follows:-
Competition open to all bona fide cowkeepers in society's district
Fat Cows (14 cwts. and upwards): 1. E Alderson; 2. T Scarr; 3 and 4. W Culshaw; 5, T Willacy.
Fat Cows (not exceeding 14 cwts.): 1. J Hogg; 2. T Backhouse; 3. J Bousfield; 4. T Briggs; 5. W Sayer.
Fat Cow (not exceeding 13 cwts.): 1. M Verity; 2. J Akrigg; 3, Mrs. Scholes; 4, J Verity; 5, T Lawson.
Fat Cow (not exceeding 11 cwts.): 1. R Greenbank; 2. J Raw; 3. J and R Atkinson; 4. B Whitehead; 5. W T Dean.
Competition for cows not having a prize in previous four classes and limited to members
Fat Cows (14 cwts and upwards): 1. M Verity; 2. Mrs Manchester; 3. H Snowden; 4. T Scarr.
Fat Cows (not exceeding 14 cwts.): 1. J Burrows; 2. H Robinson; 3. G Fallowfield; 4. T Backhouse.
Fat Cows (not exceeding 13 cwts.): 1. R Goth; 2. B Whitehead; 3. T Briggs; 4. J Owen.
Fat Cows (not exceeding 11 cwts): 1. T Clarke. 2. E Mason; 3. Mrs Parker.
Cows in Calf or Milk most suitable for dairy purposes, open to all bona-fide cowkeepers in the district-
Heavy Weights: 1. R Alderson; 2. N Strickland; 3 and 4, T Backhouse
Middle Weights: 1. T M'Manus; 2. J Wolfenden; 3. R Raw; 4. J Walker; 5. J Irving
Light Weights: 1. R Alderson; 2. R Wolfenden; 3. J Wolfenden; 4. J Verity; 5. E Alderson.
Best Cow or Heifer in Calf or Milk, for farmers exclusively within a radius of 20 miles: 1. G Verity; 2. T S Rogerson; 3. J Hulme
Best Cow in calf or milk, most suitable for town dairy purpose for cattle dealers exclusively: 1. M Davies; 2. J Moore; 3. T Hindle
Cows in calf or milk most suitable for dairy purposes (open): 1. M Strickland; 2. R Alderson; 3. I Hulley; 4. T Howard; 5. E Alderson
Canadian Cows (prizes by Messrs. Sullivan and Co.), dairy cows in calf or Milk: 1. J Hogg; 2. H Snowden
Fat Canadian Cows or Heifers: 1. H Snowden; 2. F Stoner
Consolation prizes in two previous classes - Cow: J Hogg. Dairy: H Snowden
Special Prizes.
Messrs Elam and Jackson - R E Mansergh
Mr W Heath - E Mason
The Wensleydale Auction Mart: 1. Mrs Scholes; 2. T Lawson; 3. T Backhouse
Mr T Wolfenden: 1. E Alderson; 2. T Backhouse; 3. J Burrows
Mr W Bradshaw: 1. W Culshaw; 2. T Backhouse
Messrs Smith and Telford: 1. W Culshaw; 2. J Hogg; 3. Mrs Manchester; 4. W Culshaw
Mr G Ellis - J Wolfenden
Mr G Bargh - T Wolfenden
Mr W S H Bevin: 1. Mrs Prescott; 2. Mrs Manchester
Mr B Sykes - E Alderson
Hellifield Auction Mart-Silver Cup - N Strickland
Liverpool Cowkeepers Association Champion Silver Cup – N Strickland
The judges were: Fat Cattle – Messrs. R Carr (Skipton), R Newsome (Ripon) and T Walker (Lancaster); dairy Cattle – Messrs. K Mason (Kendal) and S Bargh (Kirkby Lonsdale)
In the evening the members dined at Haymarket Hotel, Juvenal Street, and the reunion was attended by Mr Rudd, solicitor of the association. Great credit for the continued success of the society is due to Mr John Verity (President), Mr William Lowe (Chairman), Mr T Lawson (Treasurer) and Mr T Backhouse (Secretary).
1893
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY – THURSDAY 14th DECEMBER 1893
The twelfth annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle in connection with the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association, was held at North Haymarket yesterday, and was in every respect a success. The entries numbered 159, which is considered very satisfactory in view of the fact that this year the Canadian classes had to be abandoned. Notwithstanding this palpable drawback, there was no diminution in the number of exhibits, which meant that there was a considerable increase in the English classes.
Prizes
Fat Cow, 14½cwt and upward. 1. W Culshaw; 2. J Walker; 3. H Peel.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14½cwt. 1. T Willacy; 2. T Read; 3. R Batty.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 13cwt. 1. J and R Atkinson; 2. E Brownrigg; 3. J Akrigg.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 11½cwt. 1. J Owen ; 2. Mr A Parker; 3. K Alderson.
Fat Cow, 14½cwt and upwards. 1. E Alderson; 2. T Backhouse; 3. N Strickland.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14½cwt. 1. R Raw; 2. and 3. G Windle.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 13cwt. 1. J Mercer; 2. H Snowden; 3. C Swinbank.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 11½cwt. 1. F Goth; 2. W Goss; 3. J Owen.
Heavy weights. 1. N Strickland; 2. T Backhouse; 3. W T Dean.
Middle weights. 1. R Raw; 2. Mrs Prescott; 3. E Alderson.
Light weights. 1. R Wolfenden; 2. E Alderson; 3. W Lawson.
Cow or heifer in calf or milk. 1. J Pemberton; 2. J Hulme; 3. J Cook.
Cow in calf or milk (cattle dealers). 1. N Davies; 2. G Ingham; 3. R Robinson.
Cow in calf or milk (open). 1. T Backhouse; 2. W Dean; 3. F Stoner.
Special prizes by tradesmen and others were awarded to: M Verity, G Woodruff, T Read, E Alderson, W Culshaw, J and R Atkinson, J Owen, T Newton, T Hindle, Mrs A Manchester, R Raw, Mrs A Parker, H Peel, E Cave and T Backhouse.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY – THURSDAY 14th DECEMBER 1893
The twelfth annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle in connection with the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association, was held at North Haymarket yesterday, and was in every respect a success. The entries numbered 159, which is considered very satisfactory in view of the fact that this year the Canadian classes had to be abandoned. Notwithstanding this palpable drawback, there was no diminution in the number of exhibits, which meant that there was a considerable increase in the English classes.
Prizes
Fat Cow, 14½cwt and upward. 1. W Culshaw; 2. J Walker; 3. H Peel.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14½cwt. 1. T Willacy; 2. T Read; 3. R Batty.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 13cwt. 1. J and R Atkinson; 2. E Brownrigg; 3. J Akrigg.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 11½cwt. 1. J Owen ; 2. Mr A Parker; 3. K Alderson.
Fat Cow, 14½cwt and upwards. 1. E Alderson; 2. T Backhouse; 3. N Strickland.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14½cwt. 1. R Raw; 2. and 3. G Windle.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 13cwt. 1. J Mercer; 2. H Snowden; 3. C Swinbank.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 11½cwt. 1. F Goth; 2. W Goss; 3. J Owen.
Heavy weights. 1. N Strickland; 2. T Backhouse; 3. W T Dean.
Middle weights. 1. R Raw; 2. Mrs Prescott; 3. E Alderson.
Light weights. 1. R Wolfenden; 2. E Alderson; 3. W Lawson.
Cow or heifer in calf or milk. 1. J Pemberton; 2. J Hulme; 3. J Cook.
Cow in calf or milk (cattle dealers). 1. N Davies; 2. G Ingham; 3. R Robinson.
Cow in calf or milk (open). 1. T Backhouse; 2. W Dean; 3. F Stoner.
Special prizes by tradesmen and others were awarded to: M Verity, G Woodruff, T Read, E Alderson, W Culshaw, J and R Atkinson, J Owen, T Newton, T Hindle, Mrs A Manchester, R Raw, Mrs A Parker, H Peel, E Cave and T Backhouse.
1894
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - THURSDAY 13th DECEMBER 1894
Yesterday, the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association held its thirteenth annual show of fat and dairy cattle in the North Haymarket. There was a large attendance of the public, and keen interest was taken in the high class exhibits. Excellent arrangements bed been made by the committee and the following officers: Messrs John Verity (president), Frederick Stoner (chairman), W. Lowe (vice-chairman), T. Lawson (treasurer), and Mr. T. Backhouse (secretary). In the morning the Lord Mayor paid a visit to the showyard, and, after spending some time in examination of the stock, informed the officials that he was surprised to see such a capital show, and felt certain the public would be interested to find that the association was engaged in so valuable a work. The members of the Markets Committee, including 'Mr. E. Paull, the chairman, were also present during the Mayor's visit. The entries were up to the average, but the farmers' classes were stronger than usual. The judges for fat cattle were: Messrs. W. Cart (Clitheroe) and J. N. Howard (Gargrave), and for dairy cattle Messrs. John Ellis (Ripon) and R. Carr (Skipton). A praiseworthy feature of the committee arrangements consisted in devoting the admission fees to the aid of the Stanley Hospital and the Liverpool and Bootle Hospital Sunday Fund.
In the evening the annual dinner of the association was held in the Haymarket Hotel. Councillor John Houlding presided over a large gathering. After the loyal toasts, Mr. F. Stoner proposed "The Lord Mayor and Corporation of the city of Liverpool." He said he was sure the Lord Mayor in visiting the show would gain some idea of the fine animals which afforded a pure milk supply to the city. He hoped the City Council should protect the cowkeepers against the oppressive regulations of the Local Government Board in the matter of space round shippons. Councillor Houlding responded. He referred to the progress made by the city, and said that the Corporation had benefitted the cowkeepers by bringing a good supply of water. The Health Committee had framed a wholesome set of regulations for aiding the cowkeepers to ward off cattle disease. W. Roberts next proposed "The City and Trade of Liverpool," which was responded to by Mr. Issac E. Bennett. The Chairman toasted "Success to the City of Liverpool and its District Cowkeepers' Association," the response being made by Mr. W. Low. Mr. T. Backhouse gave "Kindred Associations," to which Mr. F. W. Herbert (secretary of the Butchers' Association) responded. Mr. Burnham (R.S.P.C.A.) proposed the toast of "The Judges," which was acknowledged by Mr. J. Howard. The following is the prize Iist:
In the first four classes, open to all bona-fide cowkeepers in the society's district, the awards were as follows:
Fat Cow, 14 cwts. and upwards: 1. R Batty; 2. H Snowden, Seaforth; 3. Thomas Mansergh, Bootle; 4. F Stoner; 5. M Hogarth
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14 cwts.: 1. T Backhouse; 2. T Hargreaves; 3. W T Dean; 4. R Batty; 5. E Mason, Walton.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14 cwts.: 1. T Backhouse ; 2. G Fallowfield; 3. W Capstick; 4. J W Alderson, Bootle; 5. Messrs J and R Atkinson.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 11 cwts.: 1. B Whitehead; 2. Messrs Atkinson; 3. Mrs Scholes; 4. Mrs Ewbank; 5. T Briggs.
In the next four classes, limited to members of the association, the winners were:
Cow, 14 cwts. and upwards: 1. T Backhouse; 2. E Alderson; 3. C Wolfenden; 4. W Ellison.
Cow, not exceeding 14 cwts: 1. F Stoner; 2. J Bousfield; 3. T Read; 4. G Dobson.
Cow, not exceeding 13 cwts: 1. R Batty; 2. Messrs Challen and Co.; 3. G Ingham, Bootle; 4. R E Mansergh.
Cow, not over 11 cwt: 1. E Halstead; 2. M Whitfield; 3. Mrs Parker; 4. J Hogg.
Three classes were devoted to cows in calf or milk, most suitable for dairy purposes and the, results were:
Heavy-weights: 1. Wolfenden, Bootle; 2. T Backhouse; 3. F Stoner.
Middle- weights: 1. J Croft; 2. E Alderson; 3. C Wolfenden; 4. R Raw, Bootle; 5. R Greenbank.
Light-weights: 1. F Heath; 2. J Verity; 3. W T Dean; 4. T Ingham; 5. R Wolfenden.
Derby Prize (for farmers within a radius of 20 miles): 1. Verity; 2. J Cook (Linacre); 3. T S Rogerson.
Best Cow, in calf or milk, most suitable for town dairy purposes (for cattle dealers exclusively): 1 and 3 Messrs Thomas Scarr and Sons; 2. Thomas Hindle.
Competition open to the United Kingdom: 1. T Clark; 2. E Alderson; 3. Backhouse; 4. T Howard; 5. C Wolfenden.
There were also many special prizes, the awards included the following:-
Best Cow in classes 1 and 2: R Jackson.
Best in classes 5and 4: Messrs Atkinson.
Best in classes 10 and 11: Mrs Manchester.
Best in class 13: R Robinson.
Best dairy cow, the bona-fide property of a widow being a cowkeeper within the society's district: 1. Mrs Prescott; 2. Mrs Manchester.
Silver cup for best fat cow in show: R Batty.
Silver cup, for best pair of dairy cows, any weight: C Wolfenden.
The Association's Champion Cup, for the best cow in the show: C Wolfenden.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - THURSDAY 13th DECEMBER 1894
Yesterday, the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association held its thirteenth annual show of fat and dairy cattle in the North Haymarket. There was a large attendance of the public, and keen interest was taken in the high class exhibits. Excellent arrangements bed been made by the committee and the following officers: Messrs John Verity (president), Frederick Stoner (chairman), W. Lowe (vice-chairman), T. Lawson (treasurer), and Mr. T. Backhouse (secretary). In the morning the Lord Mayor paid a visit to the showyard, and, after spending some time in examination of the stock, informed the officials that he was surprised to see such a capital show, and felt certain the public would be interested to find that the association was engaged in so valuable a work. The members of the Markets Committee, including 'Mr. E. Paull, the chairman, were also present during the Mayor's visit. The entries were up to the average, but the farmers' classes were stronger than usual. The judges for fat cattle were: Messrs. W. Cart (Clitheroe) and J. N. Howard (Gargrave), and for dairy cattle Messrs. John Ellis (Ripon) and R. Carr (Skipton). A praiseworthy feature of the committee arrangements consisted in devoting the admission fees to the aid of the Stanley Hospital and the Liverpool and Bootle Hospital Sunday Fund.
In the evening the annual dinner of the association was held in the Haymarket Hotel. Councillor John Houlding presided over a large gathering. After the loyal toasts, Mr. F. Stoner proposed "The Lord Mayor and Corporation of the city of Liverpool." He said he was sure the Lord Mayor in visiting the show would gain some idea of the fine animals which afforded a pure milk supply to the city. He hoped the City Council should protect the cowkeepers against the oppressive regulations of the Local Government Board in the matter of space round shippons. Councillor Houlding responded. He referred to the progress made by the city, and said that the Corporation had benefitted the cowkeepers by bringing a good supply of water. The Health Committee had framed a wholesome set of regulations for aiding the cowkeepers to ward off cattle disease. W. Roberts next proposed "The City and Trade of Liverpool," which was responded to by Mr. Issac E. Bennett. The Chairman toasted "Success to the City of Liverpool and its District Cowkeepers' Association," the response being made by Mr. W. Low. Mr. T. Backhouse gave "Kindred Associations," to which Mr. F. W. Herbert (secretary of the Butchers' Association) responded. Mr. Burnham (R.S.P.C.A.) proposed the toast of "The Judges," which was acknowledged by Mr. J. Howard. The following is the prize Iist:
In the first four classes, open to all bona-fide cowkeepers in the society's district, the awards were as follows:
Fat Cow, 14 cwts. and upwards: 1. R Batty; 2. H Snowden, Seaforth; 3. Thomas Mansergh, Bootle; 4. F Stoner; 5. M Hogarth
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14 cwts.: 1. T Backhouse; 2. T Hargreaves; 3. W T Dean; 4. R Batty; 5. E Mason, Walton.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14 cwts.: 1. T Backhouse ; 2. G Fallowfield; 3. W Capstick; 4. J W Alderson, Bootle; 5. Messrs J and R Atkinson.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 11 cwts.: 1. B Whitehead; 2. Messrs Atkinson; 3. Mrs Scholes; 4. Mrs Ewbank; 5. T Briggs.
In the next four classes, limited to members of the association, the winners were:
Cow, 14 cwts. and upwards: 1. T Backhouse; 2. E Alderson; 3. C Wolfenden; 4. W Ellison.
Cow, not exceeding 14 cwts: 1. F Stoner; 2. J Bousfield; 3. T Read; 4. G Dobson.
Cow, not exceeding 13 cwts: 1. R Batty; 2. Messrs Challen and Co.; 3. G Ingham, Bootle; 4. R E Mansergh.
Cow, not over 11 cwt: 1. E Halstead; 2. M Whitfield; 3. Mrs Parker; 4. J Hogg.
Three classes were devoted to cows in calf or milk, most suitable for dairy purposes and the, results were:
Heavy-weights: 1. Wolfenden, Bootle; 2. T Backhouse; 3. F Stoner.
Middle- weights: 1. J Croft; 2. E Alderson; 3. C Wolfenden; 4. R Raw, Bootle; 5. R Greenbank.
Light-weights: 1. F Heath; 2. J Verity; 3. W T Dean; 4. T Ingham; 5. R Wolfenden.
Derby Prize (for farmers within a radius of 20 miles): 1. Verity; 2. J Cook (Linacre); 3. T S Rogerson.
Best Cow, in calf or milk, most suitable for town dairy purposes (for cattle dealers exclusively): 1 and 3 Messrs Thomas Scarr and Sons; 2. Thomas Hindle.
Competition open to the United Kingdom: 1. T Clark; 2. E Alderson; 3. Backhouse; 4. T Howard; 5. C Wolfenden.
There were also many special prizes, the awards included the following:-
Best Cow in classes 1 and 2: R Jackson.
Best in classes 5and 4: Messrs Atkinson.
Best in classes 10 and 11: Mrs Manchester.
Best in class 13: R Robinson.
Best dairy cow, the bona-fide property of a widow being a cowkeeper within the society's district: 1. Mrs Prescott; 2. Mrs Manchester.
Silver cup for best fat cow in show: R Batty.
Silver cup, for best pair of dairy cows, any weight: C Wolfenden.
The Association's Champion Cup, for the best cow in the show: C Wolfenden.
1895
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - THURSDAY 12th DECEMBER 1895
The 14th annual Show of fat and dairy cattle in connection with the City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association was held yesterday at the North Haymarket, the exhibition possessing the patronage of the Earl of Derby (Lord Mayor of Liverpool), the Earl of Lathom and other distinguished supporters. The weather was of the most unfavourable nature throughout the whole of the time the show was open, but, notwithstanding this fact, attendance was highly satisfactory. The attractiveness of the cowkeepers' "annual” was quite to the standard of previous years, although the exhibits showed a slight falling off in the number of entries. In 1894 there were 214 separate exhibits of cattle, and although there were only 193 yesterday, the best judges gave it as their opinion that the quality of the animals shown was equal to any which has yet been seen at these shows. Charity, as well as enthusiasm with regard to the breeding, training and care of cattle, again entered largely into the scheme of the association, as it was announced that the proceeds from ten to three o'clock would be given to the Stanley, Hospital, and those received subsequently until the close of the show to the Liverpool and Bootle Hospital Sunday funds.
In the course of the day Alderman John Houlding, who is the president for year, Mr. T. Backhouse, secretary, and other members of the association welcomed Mr. J. C. Bingham. Q.C., M.P., who expressed his pleasure at being present, and wished the association the greatest success. Lord Lathom, one of the patrons of the association, was also present during a considerable part of the day, and evidently took warm interest in the work of the judges, who had to pass and adjudicate upon animals which fully upheld the reputation of Lancashire as a cattle-rearing county. The judges of fat cattle were Messrs. W. Carr (Clitheroe), J. Howard; (Gargrave), and J. Irving Richardson (Kirkby Lonsdale), while those for dairy cattle were Messrs. C. Bousfield (Kirkby Sowerby) and W. Morphet (Preston). Mr. R. Batty is the vice- chairman, and Mr. F. Lawson the treasurer of the association. The judging of the numerous classes involved a large amount of labour, which was rendered all the more delicate and difficult by the general excellence of the whole of the exhibits. In the evening the annual dinner of the association was held at the Oddfellows' Hall, St. Anne Street, where the chair was occupied by the president (Alderman Houlding), who was supported by prominent members of the City Council and others. After a repast, excellently served by Mr W J Homes, of the Metropole, Church Street, the Chairman gave the usual loyal toasts, and subsequently proposed "The Lord Mayor and Corporation of the City of Liverpool," to which Councillor W. Roberts responded. "The City and Trade of Liverpool," submitted by the chairman, was acknowledged by Ald. T. H. Wililiams.
In proposing the toast "Success to the City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association," the Chairman contrasted the present period of cowkeeping in Liverpool, with its present improved sanitary and other conditions, with those of his extreme youth, when the limits of Liverpool were Boundary Street, Great Homer Street, Stanhope Street, and Crown Street. At that time seven or eight quarts would be considered good milking from a cow, but he saw cows in the show that day which would be yielding twelve or fourteen. He was glad to find that although there was some adulteration of milk among milk dealers, there was very little of it among J. cowkeepers, and he hoped Liverpool would long maintain its high reputation. (Applause). Mr Fred Stoner, in responding to the toast, agreed that the cowkeepers' motto ought to be "Unity, Purity, and Security." As regarding the excellence of the exhibits in the show, and speaking about tuberculosis and other bovine ailments, Lord Lathom had remarked that during his visit to the show he had not heard one animal cough. The cowkeepers of Liverpool had nothing to fear a from the Adulteration Act ; indeed, they regarded the analytical standard for milk as being rather low, because it allowed of separated milk being added to new milk and sold at a rate which competed unfairly with the genuine article. The other toasts were "Kindred Associations", “Our Show Judges" and "Visitors".
PRIZE LIST:
Fat Cow, 14½ cwts. and upwards: 1. T. Backhouse, 58, Tetlow Street; 2. Mrs. Wilson, 3 Moor Lane, Great Crosby ; 3. Robert Wolfenden, Salisbury Road, Bootle; 4. T. Backhouse; 5. John Noble, 5, Tawd Street.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14½ cwt.: 1. W. Akrigg, Garston Old Road, Cressington ; 2. E. Alderson, 19 Browne Street, Bootle; 3. Robert Jackson, 19, Leyfield Road, West Derby ; 4. H. Robinson, 3-5, Knight Street ; 5. R. Greenbank, Carisbrooke Place, Walton.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 13 cwt.: 1. W. Lees, 26 West Derby Village; 2. Messrs. R. Batty and Sons, Aigburth Road; 3. H. Porter, 119 South Street, Prince's Park.
Fat Cow not exceeding 11½ cwt.: 1. M. Whitfield, 53 Tegid Street, Everton; 2. T. Backhouse; 3. R. Tunstall, Walton Breck Road ; 4. W. Verity, 8 Jubilee Street; 5. Mr. Brownrigg, West Derby.
Cows not having obtained a prize in previous classes:
Class 5: 1. J & R Atkinson, Greenbank Dairy, Sefton Park; 2. R. Batty and Sons; 3. G. Woodruff, Northumberland Street; 4. Robert Jackson, 19 Leyfield Road.
Class 6: 1. T. Mansergh, Wadham Road, Bootle; 2. W. Lawson, 66 Eversley Street; 3. J. Hogg, 3 Back Parkfield Road; 4. T. Hindle, Keble Road, Bootle.
Class 7: 1. T. Parrington, 3 Salop Street; 2. W. Lawson; 3. J. Hogg; 4. T. Hindle.
Class 7a: 1. T. Parrington; 2. J. Moore, Alwyn Street; 3. Benjamin Whitehead, New Road, Tuebrook; 4. Mrs. Manchester, Burlington Street.
Class 8: 1. R. Mansergh; 2. R. Goth, Eyes Street, Everton; 3. T. Balmer, Hawksworth Street: 4. W. Beardwood, Burlington Street.
Cows in Calf or Milk, most suitable for dairy purposes:
Class 9: 1. R. Wolfenden, Bootle; 2. F. Stoner, 29, Beaufort Street; 3. E. Alderson; 4. E. Cave, Sanderson Street. Everton; 5. W. T. Dean, 61 Robson Street.
Class 10: 1. R. Raw, Queen's Road, Bootle; 2. Mrs. Prescott, 8 Rockley Street; 3. W. Sayers, Walton Breck Road; 4 and 5. R. Wolfenden.
Class 11: 1. T. Ingham, Blackburn Grove, Bootle; 2. R. Raw; 3. Mrs. Newhouse, Clarendon Street; 4. W. Verity; 5. R. Batty and Sons.
Prize offered by Lord Derby for farmers exclusively within a radius of 12 miles of the showyard for best Cow or Heifer in calf or milk: 1 and 2. Gregory Verity, Upton Rocks, near Widnes; 3. Thomas Howard, Woodbine, Bretherton.
Best Cow in calf or milk, most suitable for town dairy purposes (cattle dealers exclusively): 1. T. Clark, Westfield, Knotty Ash; 2 and 3. G. Ingham, 4 Church View, Bootle.
Cows in milk or calf, most suitable for dairy purposes (open to the United Kingdom): 1. F. Stoner, 29 Beaufort Street, Liverpool; 2 and 3. H. Wolfenden, Bootle; 4, T. Backhouse; 5. Messrs. Batty.
In addition to the foregoing prizes, a silver cup, awarded for the best pair of calved dairy cows, by the Hellifield Auction Mart, was gained by Mr. F. Stoner; who also obtained the champion silver cup presented by the Association for the best cow in the show.
Mr. R. Wolfenden was awarded a silver cup by the Skipton Auction Mart Company for the best pair of dairy cows in calf, any weight.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - THURSDAY 12th DECEMBER 1895
The 14th annual Show of fat and dairy cattle in connection with the City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association was held yesterday at the North Haymarket, the exhibition possessing the patronage of the Earl of Derby (Lord Mayor of Liverpool), the Earl of Lathom and other distinguished supporters. The weather was of the most unfavourable nature throughout the whole of the time the show was open, but, notwithstanding this fact, attendance was highly satisfactory. The attractiveness of the cowkeepers' "annual” was quite to the standard of previous years, although the exhibits showed a slight falling off in the number of entries. In 1894 there were 214 separate exhibits of cattle, and although there were only 193 yesterday, the best judges gave it as their opinion that the quality of the animals shown was equal to any which has yet been seen at these shows. Charity, as well as enthusiasm with regard to the breeding, training and care of cattle, again entered largely into the scheme of the association, as it was announced that the proceeds from ten to three o'clock would be given to the Stanley, Hospital, and those received subsequently until the close of the show to the Liverpool and Bootle Hospital Sunday funds.
In the course of the day Alderman John Houlding, who is the president for year, Mr. T. Backhouse, secretary, and other members of the association welcomed Mr. J. C. Bingham. Q.C., M.P., who expressed his pleasure at being present, and wished the association the greatest success. Lord Lathom, one of the patrons of the association, was also present during a considerable part of the day, and evidently took warm interest in the work of the judges, who had to pass and adjudicate upon animals which fully upheld the reputation of Lancashire as a cattle-rearing county. The judges of fat cattle were Messrs. W. Carr (Clitheroe), J. Howard; (Gargrave), and J. Irving Richardson (Kirkby Lonsdale), while those for dairy cattle were Messrs. C. Bousfield (Kirkby Sowerby) and W. Morphet (Preston). Mr. R. Batty is the vice- chairman, and Mr. F. Lawson the treasurer of the association. The judging of the numerous classes involved a large amount of labour, which was rendered all the more delicate and difficult by the general excellence of the whole of the exhibits. In the evening the annual dinner of the association was held at the Oddfellows' Hall, St. Anne Street, where the chair was occupied by the president (Alderman Houlding), who was supported by prominent members of the City Council and others. After a repast, excellently served by Mr W J Homes, of the Metropole, Church Street, the Chairman gave the usual loyal toasts, and subsequently proposed "The Lord Mayor and Corporation of the City of Liverpool," to which Councillor W. Roberts responded. "The City and Trade of Liverpool," submitted by the chairman, was acknowledged by Ald. T. H. Wililiams.
In proposing the toast "Success to the City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association," the Chairman contrasted the present period of cowkeeping in Liverpool, with its present improved sanitary and other conditions, with those of his extreme youth, when the limits of Liverpool were Boundary Street, Great Homer Street, Stanhope Street, and Crown Street. At that time seven or eight quarts would be considered good milking from a cow, but he saw cows in the show that day which would be yielding twelve or fourteen. He was glad to find that although there was some adulteration of milk among milk dealers, there was very little of it among J. cowkeepers, and he hoped Liverpool would long maintain its high reputation. (Applause). Mr Fred Stoner, in responding to the toast, agreed that the cowkeepers' motto ought to be "Unity, Purity, and Security." As regarding the excellence of the exhibits in the show, and speaking about tuberculosis and other bovine ailments, Lord Lathom had remarked that during his visit to the show he had not heard one animal cough. The cowkeepers of Liverpool had nothing to fear a from the Adulteration Act ; indeed, they regarded the analytical standard for milk as being rather low, because it allowed of separated milk being added to new milk and sold at a rate which competed unfairly with the genuine article. The other toasts were "Kindred Associations", “Our Show Judges" and "Visitors".
PRIZE LIST:
Fat Cow, 14½ cwts. and upwards: 1. T. Backhouse, 58, Tetlow Street; 2. Mrs. Wilson, 3 Moor Lane, Great Crosby ; 3. Robert Wolfenden, Salisbury Road, Bootle; 4. T. Backhouse; 5. John Noble, 5, Tawd Street.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14½ cwt.: 1. W. Akrigg, Garston Old Road, Cressington ; 2. E. Alderson, 19 Browne Street, Bootle; 3. Robert Jackson, 19, Leyfield Road, West Derby ; 4. H. Robinson, 3-5, Knight Street ; 5. R. Greenbank, Carisbrooke Place, Walton.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 13 cwt.: 1. W. Lees, 26 West Derby Village; 2. Messrs. R. Batty and Sons, Aigburth Road; 3. H. Porter, 119 South Street, Prince's Park.
Fat Cow not exceeding 11½ cwt.: 1. M. Whitfield, 53 Tegid Street, Everton; 2. T. Backhouse; 3. R. Tunstall, Walton Breck Road ; 4. W. Verity, 8 Jubilee Street; 5. Mr. Brownrigg, West Derby.
Cows not having obtained a prize in previous classes:
Class 5: 1. J & R Atkinson, Greenbank Dairy, Sefton Park; 2. R. Batty and Sons; 3. G. Woodruff, Northumberland Street; 4. Robert Jackson, 19 Leyfield Road.
Class 6: 1. T. Mansergh, Wadham Road, Bootle; 2. W. Lawson, 66 Eversley Street; 3. J. Hogg, 3 Back Parkfield Road; 4. T. Hindle, Keble Road, Bootle.
Class 7: 1. T. Parrington, 3 Salop Street; 2. W. Lawson; 3. J. Hogg; 4. T. Hindle.
Class 7a: 1. T. Parrington; 2. J. Moore, Alwyn Street; 3. Benjamin Whitehead, New Road, Tuebrook; 4. Mrs. Manchester, Burlington Street.
Class 8: 1. R. Mansergh; 2. R. Goth, Eyes Street, Everton; 3. T. Balmer, Hawksworth Street: 4. W. Beardwood, Burlington Street.
Cows in Calf or Milk, most suitable for dairy purposes:
Class 9: 1. R. Wolfenden, Bootle; 2. F. Stoner, 29, Beaufort Street; 3. E. Alderson; 4. E. Cave, Sanderson Street. Everton; 5. W. T. Dean, 61 Robson Street.
Class 10: 1. R. Raw, Queen's Road, Bootle; 2. Mrs. Prescott, 8 Rockley Street; 3. W. Sayers, Walton Breck Road; 4 and 5. R. Wolfenden.
Class 11: 1. T. Ingham, Blackburn Grove, Bootle; 2. R. Raw; 3. Mrs. Newhouse, Clarendon Street; 4. W. Verity; 5. R. Batty and Sons.
Prize offered by Lord Derby for farmers exclusively within a radius of 12 miles of the showyard for best Cow or Heifer in calf or milk: 1 and 2. Gregory Verity, Upton Rocks, near Widnes; 3. Thomas Howard, Woodbine, Bretherton.
Best Cow in calf or milk, most suitable for town dairy purposes (cattle dealers exclusively): 1. T. Clark, Westfield, Knotty Ash; 2 and 3. G. Ingham, 4 Church View, Bootle.
Cows in milk or calf, most suitable for dairy purposes (open to the United Kingdom): 1. F. Stoner, 29 Beaufort Street, Liverpool; 2 and 3. H. Wolfenden, Bootle; 4, T. Backhouse; 5. Messrs. Batty.
In addition to the foregoing prizes, a silver cup, awarded for the best pair of calved dairy cows, by the Hellifield Auction Mart, was gained by Mr. F. Stoner; who also obtained the champion silver cup presented by the Association for the best cow in the show.
Mr. R. Wolfenden was awarded a silver cup by the Skipton Auction Mart Company for the best pair of dairy cows in calf, any weight.
1896
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - THURSDAY 17th DECEMBER 1896
The 15th annual show of fat and dairy cattle under the auspices of the City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association was held yesterday, in the North Haymarket. Although the weather was anything but favourable, there was a good attendance. The entries for the show were slightly fewer than those of last year, but the general quality of the stock exhibited was, in the opinion of the judges, considerably in advance. This fact is particularly gratifying, as by far the larger number of exhibitors were local.
In the course of the morning Sir George Baden-Powell, who was accompanied by his Wife, inspected the animals on exhibit, and others who were noticeable during the day included Major Howitt, Alderman John Houlding, Councillor William Roberta, Dr. Hope, and others who are identified with or have shown their interest in the production of good fat and dairy cattle in Liverpool. The dairy class in particular was of exceptionally good quality, many of the animals exhibited possessing points of peculiar merit. The fat cattle class also was well represented, the best cow in this class receiving a silver cup out of the funds. This was awarded to Mr. Benjamin Whitehead, of New Road, Tuebrook, who also received the first prize in the class in which cows of 14½ cwt. And upward competed. The champion silver cop, presented by members of the Liverpool Cowkeepers’ Association for the best cow in the show was secured by Mr. T. Ingham of Bootle, for a, light weight animal of exceptional merit. Nearly all the animals exhibited were of local breeding and their general excellence shows emphatically that it is possible with due care and regard to cleanliness of shippons and proper management, to raise and keep beasts of the best class in the vicinity of Liverpool.
The judges for fat cattle were Mr. William Carr, of Clitheroe, and Mr. John Howard, of Gargrave, and for dairy cattle Mr. John Ellis, of Ripon, and Mr. Leonard Burton, of Kirkby Stephen. The general arrangements were excellently carried out by Mr. T. Backhouse, the secretary. Besides the cattle exhibited there were also many interesting exhibits of light milk floats and dairymen's vehicles. Only one specimen of agricultural implements was on view, and this included a novel and ingenious one-way plough and iron land roller - the invention of the Lancashire Agricultural Implement Company, Limited, of Liverpool. During the afternoon a dinner was given to the judges and exhibitors at the Oddfellows Hall, the caterer being Mr. W. J. Holmes, of the Metropole, Church Street. Alderman John Houlding, president of the association, occupied the chair, and there were also present Mr. Wn. Rudd, Councillor Hampson, Councillor Roberts, Messrs. Peter Laycook, James Birch (secretary of the Royal Lancashire Agricultural Society), A. Peppin, W. J. Burnham, Stafford Jackson, and Stubb.
After an excellent dinner, the loyal toasts having been duly acknowledged, Mr. E. Brimelow proposed the toast of the City and Trade of Liverpool, which was responded to by Councillor William Roberts, who mentioned, in the course of his remarks, how very few cases of tuberculosis had been found in the samples of milk analysed at Liverpool. The Chairman proposed the toast t of "Our Association," which was responded to by Mr T. Backhouse, who remarked that he questioned very much whether, if there were no sanitary authorities, they would not be in just as good a position. (Hear, hear). In response to the toast of "Kindred Associations”, proposed by Mr. John Verity, suitable replies were made by delegates from the Liverpool Butchers Association, the Leeds Cowkeepers' Association, and the Sheffield Cowkeepers' Association. Other toasts were "Our Guests" and "Our Show Judges," responded to by Mr. John Howard: "The Press" and "Our President".
PRIZE LIST.
Fat Cow, 14½ cwt. and upwards: 1. Benjamin Whitehead, New Road, Tuebrook; 2. W. Lees, 26 West Derby Village; 3. R Batty and Sons, Arundel Avenue and Aigburth Road.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14½ cwt: 1. John Oversby, Orchard Farm Dairy, Crosby; 2. Joseph Ferrer, Black Horse Lane, West Derby; 3. W. Akrigg, White House Farm, Aigburth.
Fat Cows not exceeding 13 cwt: 1. Thomas Backhouse, 58, Tetlow Street; 2. H. Littlefair, Miranda Road, Bootle; 3. F. Stoner, 29, Beaufort Street.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 11½ cwt: 1. M. Whitfield, Everton; 2. M. Whitfield; 3. B. Jackson, Leyfield Road, West Derby.
Fat Cow, 14½ cwt. and upwards: 1. E. Brownrigg and Son, West Derby; 2. J. Walmsley, Everton; 3. Mrs. Allen, Freehold Street, Fairfield.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14½ cwt: 1. R. Batty and Sons, Aigburth Road; 2. R. and J. Atkinson, Sefton Park; 3. W. Grundy, Shannon Street.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 13cwt: R. and J. Atkinson, Sefton Park; 2. Mrs. Sowerbutts, Bostock Street; 3. E. Wolfenden, Bootle.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 11½ cwt: 1. C Wolfenden, Bootle; 2. T. Parrington, 3 Salop Street; 3. W. Beardwood, Burlington Street.
For Cows in calf or milk for dairy purpose:
Heavy weights: 1. Wm. Sayer, Walton Breck Road; 2. W. Akrigg, Aigburth; 3. R. Batty and Sons.
Middle weights: 1. T. Ingham; 2. R. Batty and Sons; 3. W. Akrigg.
Light weights: 1. Mrs. Prescott, 8 Rockley Street; 2. Mrs Caddick, Bootle; 3. T. Shaw, 18 Embledon Street.
Best Cow or Heifer in calf or milk: 1. G. Bargh, Rosehill Farm, Lydiate; 2. Thomas Lawson, West Derby; 3. G. Verity, Upton Rocks, near Widnes.
Best Cow in calf or milk for town or dairy purposes: 1. T. Wolfenden; 2. G. Ingham, Bootle; 3. R. Robinson, Kirkdale.
Open competition for cows in milk or calf: 1. R. Batty and Sons; 2. T. Backhouse; 3. Thomas Lawson, Dinglebrook Farm, West Derby.
Special prizes were won by Messrs. R. Batty and Sons, Tuebrook: J. Hogg, Parkfield Road; L. Littlefair, Bootle; W. Peters, Waterloo; W. Lees, West Derby; Thomas Backhouse, 58 Tetlow Street; R. and J. Atkinson, Sefton. Park; J. Airy, Arthur Street; Peacock and Son, Tuebrook; E. Brownrigg and Son, West Derby; C. Swinbank, Everton; J. Farrer, West Derby; William Sayer, Walton Breck Road; J. Thwaite, Boswell Street; Benjamin Whitehead, Tuebrook; R. Batty and Sons, Aigburth Road; J. Noble, Tawd Street; F. Stoner, Beaufort Street; J. Oversby, Crosby; E. Brownrigg and Son, West Derby; Thomas Sowerby, Everton; J. Hogg, Parkfield Road; T. Hindle, Bootle; Mrs. Evans, Kingsley Road; Mrs Prescott, Rockley Street; W. Lawson, Eversley Street; G. Bargh, Lydiate; and T. Ingham, of Bootle.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - THURSDAY 17th DECEMBER 1896
The 15th annual show of fat and dairy cattle under the auspices of the City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association was held yesterday, in the North Haymarket. Although the weather was anything but favourable, there was a good attendance. The entries for the show were slightly fewer than those of last year, but the general quality of the stock exhibited was, in the opinion of the judges, considerably in advance. This fact is particularly gratifying, as by far the larger number of exhibitors were local.
In the course of the morning Sir George Baden-Powell, who was accompanied by his Wife, inspected the animals on exhibit, and others who were noticeable during the day included Major Howitt, Alderman John Houlding, Councillor William Roberta, Dr. Hope, and others who are identified with or have shown their interest in the production of good fat and dairy cattle in Liverpool. The dairy class in particular was of exceptionally good quality, many of the animals exhibited possessing points of peculiar merit. The fat cattle class also was well represented, the best cow in this class receiving a silver cup out of the funds. This was awarded to Mr. Benjamin Whitehead, of New Road, Tuebrook, who also received the first prize in the class in which cows of 14½ cwt. And upward competed. The champion silver cop, presented by members of the Liverpool Cowkeepers’ Association for the best cow in the show was secured by Mr. T. Ingham of Bootle, for a, light weight animal of exceptional merit. Nearly all the animals exhibited were of local breeding and their general excellence shows emphatically that it is possible with due care and regard to cleanliness of shippons and proper management, to raise and keep beasts of the best class in the vicinity of Liverpool.
The judges for fat cattle were Mr. William Carr, of Clitheroe, and Mr. John Howard, of Gargrave, and for dairy cattle Mr. John Ellis, of Ripon, and Mr. Leonard Burton, of Kirkby Stephen. The general arrangements were excellently carried out by Mr. T. Backhouse, the secretary. Besides the cattle exhibited there were also many interesting exhibits of light milk floats and dairymen's vehicles. Only one specimen of agricultural implements was on view, and this included a novel and ingenious one-way plough and iron land roller - the invention of the Lancashire Agricultural Implement Company, Limited, of Liverpool. During the afternoon a dinner was given to the judges and exhibitors at the Oddfellows Hall, the caterer being Mr. W. J. Holmes, of the Metropole, Church Street. Alderman John Houlding, president of the association, occupied the chair, and there were also present Mr. Wn. Rudd, Councillor Hampson, Councillor Roberts, Messrs. Peter Laycook, James Birch (secretary of the Royal Lancashire Agricultural Society), A. Peppin, W. J. Burnham, Stafford Jackson, and Stubb.
After an excellent dinner, the loyal toasts having been duly acknowledged, Mr. E. Brimelow proposed the toast of the City and Trade of Liverpool, which was responded to by Councillor William Roberts, who mentioned, in the course of his remarks, how very few cases of tuberculosis had been found in the samples of milk analysed at Liverpool. The Chairman proposed the toast t of "Our Association," which was responded to by Mr T. Backhouse, who remarked that he questioned very much whether, if there were no sanitary authorities, they would not be in just as good a position. (Hear, hear). In response to the toast of "Kindred Associations”, proposed by Mr. John Verity, suitable replies were made by delegates from the Liverpool Butchers Association, the Leeds Cowkeepers' Association, and the Sheffield Cowkeepers' Association. Other toasts were "Our Guests" and "Our Show Judges," responded to by Mr. John Howard: "The Press" and "Our President".
PRIZE LIST.
Fat Cow, 14½ cwt. and upwards: 1. Benjamin Whitehead, New Road, Tuebrook; 2. W. Lees, 26 West Derby Village; 3. R Batty and Sons, Arundel Avenue and Aigburth Road.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14½ cwt: 1. John Oversby, Orchard Farm Dairy, Crosby; 2. Joseph Ferrer, Black Horse Lane, West Derby; 3. W. Akrigg, White House Farm, Aigburth.
Fat Cows not exceeding 13 cwt: 1. Thomas Backhouse, 58, Tetlow Street; 2. H. Littlefair, Miranda Road, Bootle; 3. F. Stoner, 29, Beaufort Street.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 11½ cwt: 1. M. Whitfield, Everton; 2. M. Whitfield; 3. B. Jackson, Leyfield Road, West Derby.
Fat Cow, 14½ cwt. and upwards: 1. E. Brownrigg and Son, West Derby; 2. J. Walmsley, Everton; 3. Mrs. Allen, Freehold Street, Fairfield.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14½ cwt: 1. R. Batty and Sons, Aigburth Road; 2. R. and J. Atkinson, Sefton Park; 3. W. Grundy, Shannon Street.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 13cwt: R. and J. Atkinson, Sefton Park; 2. Mrs. Sowerbutts, Bostock Street; 3. E. Wolfenden, Bootle.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 11½ cwt: 1. C Wolfenden, Bootle; 2. T. Parrington, 3 Salop Street; 3. W. Beardwood, Burlington Street.
For Cows in calf or milk for dairy purpose:
Heavy weights: 1. Wm. Sayer, Walton Breck Road; 2. W. Akrigg, Aigburth; 3. R. Batty and Sons.
Middle weights: 1. T. Ingham; 2. R. Batty and Sons; 3. W. Akrigg.
Light weights: 1. Mrs. Prescott, 8 Rockley Street; 2. Mrs Caddick, Bootle; 3. T. Shaw, 18 Embledon Street.
Best Cow or Heifer in calf or milk: 1. G. Bargh, Rosehill Farm, Lydiate; 2. Thomas Lawson, West Derby; 3. G. Verity, Upton Rocks, near Widnes.
Best Cow in calf or milk for town or dairy purposes: 1. T. Wolfenden; 2. G. Ingham, Bootle; 3. R. Robinson, Kirkdale.
Open competition for cows in milk or calf: 1. R. Batty and Sons; 2. T. Backhouse; 3. Thomas Lawson, Dinglebrook Farm, West Derby.
Special prizes were won by Messrs. R. Batty and Sons, Tuebrook: J. Hogg, Parkfield Road; L. Littlefair, Bootle; W. Peters, Waterloo; W. Lees, West Derby; Thomas Backhouse, 58 Tetlow Street; R. and J. Atkinson, Sefton. Park; J. Airy, Arthur Street; Peacock and Son, Tuebrook; E. Brownrigg and Son, West Derby; C. Swinbank, Everton; J. Farrer, West Derby; William Sayer, Walton Breck Road; J. Thwaite, Boswell Street; Benjamin Whitehead, Tuebrook; R. Batty and Sons, Aigburth Road; J. Noble, Tawd Street; F. Stoner, Beaufort Street; J. Oversby, Crosby; E. Brownrigg and Son, West Derby; Thomas Sowerby, Everton; J. Hogg, Parkfield Road; T. Hindle, Bootle; Mrs. Evans, Kingsley Road; Mrs Prescott, Rockley Street; W. Lawson, Eversley Street; G. Bargh, Lydiate; and T. Ingham, of Bootle.
1897
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - THURSDAY 9th DECEMBER 1897
The annual Christmas Show of fat and dairy cattle, under the auspices of the City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association, was held yesterday, in the North Haymarket. There was a large attendance, which in numbers exceeded that of last year. The entries were numerous, and the exhibition was, by the judges, admitted to be the best ever held under the auspices of the society. Generally the show was a distinct credit to the Liverpool Cowkeepers' Association, and the proceeds of the gate were devoted in aid of the Stanley Hospital, and the Liverpool and Bootle Hospital Sunday Fund. The Lord Mayor (Alderman John Houlding), who is president of the association, visited the exhibition, and was accompanied by Mr. Charles M’Arthur, M.P., and Mrs. M'Arthur. T. Backhouse, the secretary, in addressing the Lord Mayor, said that the Liverpool Cowkeepers' Association must congratulate itself upon having as its president the Lord Mayor of the city, and one who hard early association with the their trade. (Applause.) The Lord Mayor said she had given him great pleasure to be amongst them. The stock of cattle exhibited that day looked healthy, and it was evident they had carried out the recommendations of Dr. Hope, the medical officer of health. (Hear, hear). Mr. M’Arthur said that he was pleased to know that many of his constituents were exhibitors, and if any opportunities arose he would try and advance their interests in Parliament. (Hear, hear.) Dr. Hope complimented the society on the grand stock of cattle they had exhibited that day, and the improvement which had been made generally in the shippons of Liverpool. (Hear, hear). A dinner was subsequently given, at which Councilor William Roberts presided. The prize list is as follows:
Fat cow, 14½ cwt. and upwards: 1. Mrs. Wilson, Moor Lane, Crosby; 2. J. and B. Atkinson, Sefton Park Dairy; 3. Thomas Backhouse, 58 Tetlow Street; 4. R. Snowden, Gladstone Road, Seaforth: 5. J. Oversby, Orchard Farm Dairy, Crosby.
Fat cow, not exceeding 14½ cwts: 1. H. Snowden; 2. T. Willacy, Potter's Barn, Seaforth; 3. J. and R. Atkinson; 4. W. Culshaw, 49 Marlborough Street; 5. T. Holmes, Helena Street, Walton.
Fat cow, not exceeding 13 cwts: 1. W. Culshaw; 2. R. Batty and Sons, 57 Arundel Avenue; 3. W. Scarr, Russian Drive; 4. J. Irving, Anthony Street, Everton; 5. Mrs. Allen, Freehold Street, Fairfield.
Fat cow, not exceeding 11½ cwts: 1 and 2. B. Whitehead, 98 New Road, Tuebrook; 3. W. Akrigg, Whitehouse Farm, Cressington; 4. M. Whitfield, 53 Tegid Street, Everton; 5. B. Porter, South Street, Prince's Park.
Fat cows, not having obtained a prize in previous classes:
14½ cwts. and upwards: 1. H. Batty and Sons; 2. E. Brownrigg and Sons, 39 Almond's Green, West Derby; 3. W. Sayer, Walton Breck Road; 4. E. Halstead, Stanley Road, Kirkdale.
Not exceeding 14½ cwts.: 1. C. Wolfenden, Beech Street, Bootle; 2. R. Raw, Queen's Road, Bootle; 3. J. and R. Atkinson; 4. W. Culshaw.
Not exceeding 13 cwts.: 1. W. Peters, Hyde Road, Waterloo; 2. R. Tunstall, Walton Breck Road; 3. Mrs. Parker, Almond Street; 4. R. Goth, Eyes Street, Everton.
Not exceeding 11½ cwts.: 1. W. Scarr; 2. Mrs. Sowerbutts, Bostock Street; 3. W. Whitfield; 4. J. Plews, Kempston Road, Wavertree.
Cows in calf or milk, most suitable for dairy purposes:
Heavy-weights: 1. R. Batty and Sons; 2. Mrs. M. E. Smith, Quarry Street, Woolton; 3. W. Akrigg; 4. R. Wolfenden; 5. G. Woodruff, Northumberland Street.
Middle-weights: 1. Mrs. Prescot, Rockley Street; 2. R. Raw; 3. W. Scarr; 4. W. Lawson, 66 Eversley Street; 5. T. Backhouse.
Light-weights: 1. Mrs. Wilson; 2. R. E. Mansergh, Beacon Lane, Everton; 3. W. Scarr; 4. W. T. Dean, 61 Robson Street; 5. R. Alderson, 19 Browne Street, Bootle.
Best cow or heifer (for farmers within 20 miles' radius): 1. A. Verity, Upton Rocks, Widnes; 2. R. Alderson, Newton-le-Willows; 3. C. Baldwin, West Derby.
Cow, for town dairy purposes (for cattle dealers only): 1. T. Clark, Knotty Ash; 2. T. Hindle, Bootle; 3. T. Scarr and Son.
Cow, for dairy purposes (open): 1. R. Wolfenden; 2. L. R. Duckworth, Ramsbottom; 3. T. Backhouse; 4, W. Akrigg; 5. T. S Hindle.
Irish dairy cow: 1. Mrs. M. E. Smith; 2 and 3. G. Woodruff; 4. Miss Blackbeard, Townson Street, Everton.
Several special prizes were given by cattle dealers and others. The silver cup for the best fat cow in the show was won by Mrs. Wilson, Crosby: while the champion silver cup for the best cow in the show was carried off by W. Akrigg, Cressington.
A special prize, offered by the Lord Mayor, as president of the association, for the best cow in class 9 not having obtained a prize in open competition, was won by E. Halstead, Stanley Road.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - THURSDAY 9th DECEMBER 1897
The annual Christmas Show of fat and dairy cattle, under the auspices of the City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association, was held yesterday, in the North Haymarket. There was a large attendance, which in numbers exceeded that of last year. The entries were numerous, and the exhibition was, by the judges, admitted to be the best ever held under the auspices of the society. Generally the show was a distinct credit to the Liverpool Cowkeepers' Association, and the proceeds of the gate were devoted in aid of the Stanley Hospital, and the Liverpool and Bootle Hospital Sunday Fund. The Lord Mayor (Alderman John Houlding), who is president of the association, visited the exhibition, and was accompanied by Mr. Charles M’Arthur, M.P., and Mrs. M'Arthur. T. Backhouse, the secretary, in addressing the Lord Mayor, said that the Liverpool Cowkeepers' Association must congratulate itself upon having as its president the Lord Mayor of the city, and one who hard early association with the their trade. (Applause.) The Lord Mayor said she had given him great pleasure to be amongst them. The stock of cattle exhibited that day looked healthy, and it was evident they had carried out the recommendations of Dr. Hope, the medical officer of health. (Hear, hear). Mr. M’Arthur said that he was pleased to know that many of his constituents were exhibitors, and if any opportunities arose he would try and advance their interests in Parliament. (Hear, hear.) Dr. Hope complimented the society on the grand stock of cattle they had exhibited that day, and the improvement which had been made generally in the shippons of Liverpool. (Hear, hear). A dinner was subsequently given, at which Councilor William Roberts presided. The prize list is as follows:
Fat cow, 14½ cwt. and upwards: 1. Mrs. Wilson, Moor Lane, Crosby; 2. J. and B. Atkinson, Sefton Park Dairy; 3. Thomas Backhouse, 58 Tetlow Street; 4. R. Snowden, Gladstone Road, Seaforth: 5. J. Oversby, Orchard Farm Dairy, Crosby.
Fat cow, not exceeding 14½ cwts: 1. H. Snowden; 2. T. Willacy, Potter's Barn, Seaforth; 3. J. and R. Atkinson; 4. W. Culshaw, 49 Marlborough Street; 5. T. Holmes, Helena Street, Walton.
Fat cow, not exceeding 13 cwts: 1. W. Culshaw; 2. R. Batty and Sons, 57 Arundel Avenue; 3. W. Scarr, Russian Drive; 4. J. Irving, Anthony Street, Everton; 5. Mrs. Allen, Freehold Street, Fairfield.
Fat cow, not exceeding 11½ cwts: 1 and 2. B. Whitehead, 98 New Road, Tuebrook; 3. W. Akrigg, Whitehouse Farm, Cressington; 4. M. Whitfield, 53 Tegid Street, Everton; 5. B. Porter, South Street, Prince's Park.
Fat cows, not having obtained a prize in previous classes:
14½ cwts. and upwards: 1. H. Batty and Sons; 2. E. Brownrigg and Sons, 39 Almond's Green, West Derby; 3. W. Sayer, Walton Breck Road; 4. E. Halstead, Stanley Road, Kirkdale.
Not exceeding 14½ cwts.: 1. C. Wolfenden, Beech Street, Bootle; 2. R. Raw, Queen's Road, Bootle; 3. J. and R. Atkinson; 4. W. Culshaw.
Not exceeding 13 cwts.: 1. W. Peters, Hyde Road, Waterloo; 2. R. Tunstall, Walton Breck Road; 3. Mrs. Parker, Almond Street; 4. R. Goth, Eyes Street, Everton.
Not exceeding 11½ cwts.: 1. W. Scarr; 2. Mrs. Sowerbutts, Bostock Street; 3. W. Whitfield; 4. J. Plews, Kempston Road, Wavertree.
Cows in calf or milk, most suitable for dairy purposes:
Heavy-weights: 1. R. Batty and Sons; 2. Mrs. M. E. Smith, Quarry Street, Woolton; 3. W. Akrigg; 4. R. Wolfenden; 5. G. Woodruff, Northumberland Street.
Middle-weights: 1. Mrs. Prescot, Rockley Street; 2. R. Raw; 3. W. Scarr; 4. W. Lawson, 66 Eversley Street; 5. T. Backhouse.
Light-weights: 1. Mrs. Wilson; 2. R. E. Mansergh, Beacon Lane, Everton; 3. W. Scarr; 4. W. T. Dean, 61 Robson Street; 5. R. Alderson, 19 Browne Street, Bootle.
Best cow or heifer (for farmers within 20 miles' radius): 1. A. Verity, Upton Rocks, Widnes; 2. R. Alderson, Newton-le-Willows; 3. C. Baldwin, West Derby.
Cow, for town dairy purposes (for cattle dealers only): 1. T. Clark, Knotty Ash; 2. T. Hindle, Bootle; 3. T. Scarr and Son.
Cow, for dairy purposes (open): 1. R. Wolfenden; 2. L. R. Duckworth, Ramsbottom; 3. T. Backhouse; 4, W. Akrigg; 5. T. S Hindle.
Irish dairy cow: 1. Mrs. M. E. Smith; 2 and 3. G. Woodruff; 4. Miss Blackbeard, Townson Street, Everton.
Several special prizes were given by cattle dealers and others. The silver cup for the best fat cow in the show was won by Mrs. Wilson, Crosby: while the champion silver cup for the best cow in the show was carried off by W. Akrigg, Cressington.
A special prize, offered by the Lord Mayor, as president of the association, for the best cow in class 9 not having obtained a prize in open competition, was won by E. Halstead, Stanley Road.
1899
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - THURSDAY 14th DECEMBER 1899
The annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle in connection with the city of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association was held yesterday in the North Haymarket. The association has been in existence for a number of years, and the annual exhibition of fat and dairy cattle has come to be regarded as one of the most important of local agricultural fixtures. The association is also fortunate in attracting to its grounds exhibits of the finest quality, and it is to this fact that it owes much of its popularity. Yesterday's show may be described as one of the best that has been held for some time past in connection with the association. The cattle shown were of the highest quality, and in many cases far exceeded the expectations of those who visited the show. With regard to the competitions, Mr. R. Raw, of Queen's Road, Bootle, was successful in securing the judges' premier award, and an extra special prize for the champion fat cow, 14½ cwt. and upwards. Messrs. J. and R. Atkinson, of Green Bank Dairy, Sefton Park, were also successful in securing the first prize and a silver cup for the champion dairy cow. The judges of fat cattle were Messrs. W. Carr (Clitheroe) and J. Howard (Gargrave), and of dairy cattle Messrs. Ed. Mason (Watercrook, Kendal) and Geo. Holden (Westhoughton). The secretarial duties were admirably carried out by Mr. Thomas Backhouse. The opening ceremony was performed by Alderman J. Houlding, president of the association. In the course of a few remarks he congratulated those connected with the show in bringing together such a fine display of cattle, which he considered one of the best ever held in connection with the society. The following is a list of the prizewinners:-
Fat Cow, 14½ cwt. and upwards: 1. R. Raw, Queen's Road, Bootle; 2. R. Harper, 52 Chestnut Grove, Wavertree; 3. H. Morphet, Germoyle Road; 4. R. Tunstal, 190 Walton Breck Road; 5. Mrs E. Smith, Quarry Street, Woolton.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14½ cwt: 1. C. Swinbank, 64 Albion Street, Everton; 2. G. Joy and Sons, 2 Carlton Avenue, Smithdown Road; 3. R. Ellison, 15, Brook Road, Walton; 4. R. Batty and Sons, Arundel Avenue and Aigburth Road; 5. J Oversby, Alexander Road, Great Crosby.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 13 cwt: 1. W. T. Dean, 8 Attwood Street N.; 2. J. Furrer, Moss Farm, Old Swan; 3. J. Raw, 76 Candia Street; 4. R. Batty and Sons; 5. W. Ellison, 24 Upper Stanhope Street.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 11½ cwt: 1. Mrs S. Browrigg, 39 Almonds Green, West Derby; 2. R. Greenbank, Bedford Road, Walton; 3. W. T. Dean, 8 Atwood Street N.; 4. R. Tunstall, 190 Walton Breck Road: 5. W. Culshaw, 49 Marlborough Street.
Fat Cow, 14½ cwt. and upwards (limited to members of the association): 1. H. Robinson, Dickens Street; 2. T. Backhouse, Tetlow Street; 3. J. Hogg, Back Parkfield Road; 4. T. Goss, Langton Road, Wavertree.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14½ cwt. (limited to members of the association): 1. L. Mason, Chapel Road, Garston; 2. J. and R. Atkinson, Green Bank Dairy, Sefton Park; 3. H. Snowdon, Gladstone Road, Seaforth; 4. J. Bracken, Hawksworth Street.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 13 cwt. (limited to members of the association): 1. R Harper, Chestnut Grove, Wavertree; 2. W. Fawcett, Rothwell Street; 3. J. Wilson, Wellington Road; 4. R. Wright, Victoria Road, Crosby.
Fat Cow not exceeding 11½ cwt. (Iimited to members of the association): 1. J. Noble, Freeland Street; 2. B. Whitehead, New Road, Tuebrook; 3. J. Irving, Anthony Street, Everton; 4. R. Batty and Sons.
Cow in calf or milk most suitable for dairy purposes (open to bona-fide cowkeepers in the society's district): 1. R. Batty and Sons: 2. F. Heath, Mulberry Street; 3. G. Woodruff, Northumberland Street; 4. R. Batty and Sons; 5. R. Batty and Sons.
Cow in calf or milk (similar conditions): 1. W. Sayer, Walton Breck Road; 2. J. Wolfenden, Chapel Street, Waterloo; 3. T. Backhouse; 4. J. and R. Atkinson; 5. R. Tunstall, Walton Breck Road.
Cow in calf or milk (similar conditions): 1. R. Capstick, Rathbone Street; 2. J. and R. Atkinson; 3. R. Thwaite, Annerley Street; 4. R. Batty and Sons; 5. T. Backhouse.
Cow or heifer in calf or milk (for farmers only within a radius of 20 miles of show yard): 1. M. Verity, Upton Rocks, Widnes; 2. R. Alderson, Crow Lane, Newton-Ie-Willows; 3. C. Baldwin, Park Style, West Derby.
Cow in calf or milk most suitable for town dairy purposes (for cattle dealers only): 1. R. Scarr, Ivy Leigh, Tuebrook; 2. T. Wolfenden, Chepstow Street; 3. J. Pemberton, Travers Farm, Bold.
Cow in milk or in calf, most suitable for dairy purposes (open to the United Kingdom): 1. J. and R. Atkinson; 2. R. Batty and Sons; 3. J. Heath, Mulberry Street; 4. R. Tuntall. 5. T. Foster, Newstead Farm, Woolton.
Irish Cow in calf or in milk: 1. G. Woodruff; 2. Mrs Smith, Woolton; 3. F. Stoner, Beaufort Street; 4. G. Woodruff; 5. N. Strickland, Mulberry Street.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL MERCURY - THURSDAY 14th DECEMBER 1899
The annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle in connection with the city of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association was held yesterday in the North Haymarket. The association has been in existence for a number of years, and the annual exhibition of fat and dairy cattle has come to be regarded as one of the most important of local agricultural fixtures. The association is also fortunate in attracting to its grounds exhibits of the finest quality, and it is to this fact that it owes much of its popularity. Yesterday's show may be described as one of the best that has been held for some time past in connection with the association. The cattle shown were of the highest quality, and in many cases far exceeded the expectations of those who visited the show. With regard to the competitions, Mr. R. Raw, of Queen's Road, Bootle, was successful in securing the judges' premier award, and an extra special prize for the champion fat cow, 14½ cwt. and upwards. Messrs. J. and R. Atkinson, of Green Bank Dairy, Sefton Park, were also successful in securing the first prize and a silver cup for the champion dairy cow. The judges of fat cattle were Messrs. W. Carr (Clitheroe) and J. Howard (Gargrave), and of dairy cattle Messrs. Ed. Mason (Watercrook, Kendal) and Geo. Holden (Westhoughton). The secretarial duties were admirably carried out by Mr. Thomas Backhouse. The opening ceremony was performed by Alderman J. Houlding, president of the association. In the course of a few remarks he congratulated those connected with the show in bringing together such a fine display of cattle, which he considered one of the best ever held in connection with the society. The following is a list of the prizewinners:-
Fat Cow, 14½ cwt. and upwards: 1. R. Raw, Queen's Road, Bootle; 2. R. Harper, 52 Chestnut Grove, Wavertree; 3. H. Morphet, Germoyle Road; 4. R. Tunstal, 190 Walton Breck Road; 5. Mrs E. Smith, Quarry Street, Woolton.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14½ cwt: 1. C. Swinbank, 64 Albion Street, Everton; 2. G. Joy and Sons, 2 Carlton Avenue, Smithdown Road; 3. R. Ellison, 15, Brook Road, Walton; 4. R. Batty and Sons, Arundel Avenue and Aigburth Road; 5. J Oversby, Alexander Road, Great Crosby.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 13 cwt: 1. W. T. Dean, 8 Attwood Street N.; 2. J. Furrer, Moss Farm, Old Swan; 3. J. Raw, 76 Candia Street; 4. R. Batty and Sons; 5. W. Ellison, 24 Upper Stanhope Street.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 11½ cwt: 1. Mrs S. Browrigg, 39 Almonds Green, West Derby; 2. R. Greenbank, Bedford Road, Walton; 3. W. T. Dean, 8 Atwood Street N.; 4. R. Tunstall, 190 Walton Breck Road: 5. W. Culshaw, 49 Marlborough Street.
Fat Cow, 14½ cwt. and upwards (limited to members of the association): 1. H. Robinson, Dickens Street; 2. T. Backhouse, Tetlow Street; 3. J. Hogg, Back Parkfield Road; 4. T. Goss, Langton Road, Wavertree.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14½ cwt. (limited to members of the association): 1. L. Mason, Chapel Road, Garston; 2. J. and R. Atkinson, Green Bank Dairy, Sefton Park; 3. H. Snowdon, Gladstone Road, Seaforth; 4. J. Bracken, Hawksworth Street.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 13 cwt. (limited to members of the association): 1. R Harper, Chestnut Grove, Wavertree; 2. W. Fawcett, Rothwell Street; 3. J. Wilson, Wellington Road; 4. R. Wright, Victoria Road, Crosby.
Fat Cow not exceeding 11½ cwt. (Iimited to members of the association): 1. J. Noble, Freeland Street; 2. B. Whitehead, New Road, Tuebrook; 3. J. Irving, Anthony Street, Everton; 4. R. Batty and Sons.
Cow in calf or milk most suitable for dairy purposes (open to bona-fide cowkeepers in the society's district): 1. R. Batty and Sons: 2. F. Heath, Mulberry Street; 3. G. Woodruff, Northumberland Street; 4. R. Batty and Sons; 5. R. Batty and Sons.
Cow in calf or milk (similar conditions): 1. W. Sayer, Walton Breck Road; 2. J. Wolfenden, Chapel Street, Waterloo; 3. T. Backhouse; 4. J. and R. Atkinson; 5. R. Tunstall, Walton Breck Road.
Cow in calf or milk (similar conditions): 1. R. Capstick, Rathbone Street; 2. J. and R. Atkinson; 3. R. Thwaite, Annerley Street; 4. R. Batty and Sons; 5. T. Backhouse.
Cow or heifer in calf or milk (for farmers only within a radius of 20 miles of show yard): 1. M. Verity, Upton Rocks, Widnes; 2. R. Alderson, Crow Lane, Newton-Ie-Willows; 3. C. Baldwin, Park Style, West Derby.
Cow in calf or milk most suitable for town dairy purposes (for cattle dealers only): 1. R. Scarr, Ivy Leigh, Tuebrook; 2. T. Wolfenden, Chepstow Street; 3. J. Pemberton, Travers Farm, Bold.
Cow in milk or in calf, most suitable for dairy purposes (open to the United Kingdom): 1. J. and R. Atkinson; 2. R. Batty and Sons; 3. J. Heath, Mulberry Street; 4. R. Tuntall. 5. T. Foster, Newstead Farm, Woolton.
Irish Cow in calf or in milk: 1. G. Woodruff; 2. Mrs Smith, Woolton; 3. F. Stoner, Beaufort Street; 4. G. Woodruff; 5. N. Strickland, Mulberry Street.
1904
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 14th DECEMBER 1904
Today the twenty-third annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle, in connection with the City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association, is being held at the North Haymarket. There are 194 entries, a decrease of one on the previous year.
Some of the winners:
Fat Cow, 14½cwt and upwards. 1. Robert Voce, Nash Street; 2. Joy Bros, Carlton Dairy, Smithdown Road; 3. W T Dean, Attwood Street.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14½cwt. 1. W Culshaw, 49 Marlborough Street; 2. J Kendall, 2 Blenheim Road; 3. E Williams, Old Roan, Aintree.
Fat Cow, 14½cwt and upwards (not winning a previous prize). 1. William Sayer, 264 Walton Road; 2. L Briggs, Rachel Street; 3. Robert Tunstall, 190 Walton Breck Road.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14½cwt (not winning a previous prize). 1. T Backhouse, 58 Tetlow Street; 2. J Owen, 2 Newsham Street; 3. R Batty and Sons, Arundel Avenue.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 14th DECEMBER 1904
Today the twenty-third annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle, in connection with the City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association, is being held at the North Haymarket. There are 194 entries, a decrease of one on the previous year.
Some of the winners:
Fat Cow, 14½cwt and upwards. 1. Robert Voce, Nash Street; 2. Joy Bros, Carlton Dairy, Smithdown Road; 3. W T Dean, Attwood Street.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14½cwt. 1. W Culshaw, 49 Marlborough Street; 2. J Kendall, 2 Blenheim Road; 3. E Williams, Old Roan, Aintree.
Fat Cow, 14½cwt and upwards (not winning a previous prize). 1. William Sayer, 264 Walton Road; 2. L Briggs, Rachel Street; 3. Robert Tunstall, 190 Walton Breck Road.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14½cwt (not winning a previous prize). 1. T Backhouse, 58 Tetlow Street; 2. J Owen, 2 Newsham Street; 3. R Batty and Sons, Arundel Avenue.
1905
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL DAILY POST – THURSDAY 14th DECEMBER 1905
The twenty-fourth annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle, in connection with the City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association, took place yesterday at the North Haymarket, and throughout the day was largely attended. This year’s show constituted a record in the history of the society, both in point of entries and in the quality of the cattle. The number of entries was 222, compared with 194 last year, and all the classes were well filled.
Prize List
Fat cow, 14½cwt and upward. 1. W Batty, Liverpool; 2. J Wolfenden, Waterloo; 3. Mrs A Herd; 4. E Williams and Sons, Aintree; 5. T Sunter.
Fat cow, not exceeding 14½cwt. 1. Mrs Holman, Walton; 2. J Capstick, Walton; 3. J G Braithwaite, Great Crosby; 4. G Bennett, Prescot; 5. W Batty.
Fat cow, not exceeding 13cwt. 1. Mrs Goth, Everton; 2. R Thwaite; 3. R Raw and Sons, West Derby; 4. J G Braithwaite; 5. Mrs Wilson and Sons, Great Crosby.
Fat cow, not exceeding 11½cwt. 1. W T Morton; 2. R Voce; 3. Mrs A Beck and Sons; 4. W Capstick.
Fat cow, 14½cwt and upward. 1. R Raw, Bootle; 2. R Voce; 3. J Hartley; 3. E Williams and Sons.
Fat cow, not exceeding 14½cwt. 1. M Wilkinson, West Derby; 2. J Kendal, Sefton Park; 3. C Wilson and Sons, Great Crosby; 4. W Culshaw.
Fat cow, not exceeding 13cwt. 1. J and R Atkinson, Wavertree; 2. J Wolfenden; 3. B R Barrow; 4. W Akrigg.
Fat cow, not exceeding 11½cwt. 1. Mrs Harper; 2. Mrs A Beck and Sons; 3. T Stockdale; 4. J Thompson.
Cow, in calf or milk. 1. J and R Atkinson; 2. R Batty, Wavertree; 3. W Akrigg; 4. Mrs Wilson and Sons; 5. T Sunter.
Class 10. 1. G Rutter; 2. C E Bateman, Aigburth; 3. T Shaw, Sefton Park; 5. W Akrigg.
Class 11. 1. W T Dean; 2. J Moore; 3. Mrs A Herd; 4. Mrs A Beck and Sons; 5. R Raw.
Cows in calf or milk (UK); 1. J and R Atkinson; 2. J Ashcroft; 3. R Batty and Sons; 4. W Akrigg; 5. M Verity.
Butchers’ Challenge Cup: 1. Mrs Goth, Everton; 2. John Kendal, Sefton Park; 3. J and R Atkinson; 4. John Ashcroft, Aughton; 5. W Batty.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL DAILY POST – THURSDAY 14th DECEMBER 1905
The twenty-fourth annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle, in connection with the City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association, took place yesterday at the North Haymarket, and throughout the day was largely attended. This year’s show constituted a record in the history of the society, both in point of entries and in the quality of the cattle. The number of entries was 222, compared with 194 last year, and all the classes were well filled.
Prize List
Fat cow, 14½cwt and upward. 1. W Batty, Liverpool; 2. J Wolfenden, Waterloo; 3. Mrs A Herd; 4. E Williams and Sons, Aintree; 5. T Sunter.
Fat cow, not exceeding 14½cwt. 1. Mrs Holman, Walton; 2. J Capstick, Walton; 3. J G Braithwaite, Great Crosby; 4. G Bennett, Prescot; 5. W Batty.
Fat cow, not exceeding 13cwt. 1. Mrs Goth, Everton; 2. R Thwaite; 3. R Raw and Sons, West Derby; 4. J G Braithwaite; 5. Mrs Wilson and Sons, Great Crosby.
Fat cow, not exceeding 11½cwt. 1. W T Morton; 2. R Voce; 3. Mrs A Beck and Sons; 4. W Capstick.
Fat cow, 14½cwt and upward. 1. R Raw, Bootle; 2. R Voce; 3. J Hartley; 3. E Williams and Sons.
Fat cow, not exceeding 14½cwt. 1. M Wilkinson, West Derby; 2. J Kendal, Sefton Park; 3. C Wilson and Sons, Great Crosby; 4. W Culshaw.
Fat cow, not exceeding 13cwt. 1. J and R Atkinson, Wavertree; 2. J Wolfenden; 3. B R Barrow; 4. W Akrigg.
Fat cow, not exceeding 11½cwt. 1. Mrs Harper; 2. Mrs A Beck and Sons; 3. T Stockdale; 4. J Thompson.
Cow, in calf or milk. 1. J and R Atkinson; 2. R Batty, Wavertree; 3. W Akrigg; 4. Mrs Wilson and Sons; 5. T Sunter.
Class 10. 1. G Rutter; 2. C E Bateman, Aigburth; 3. T Shaw, Sefton Park; 5. W Akrigg.
Class 11. 1. W T Dean; 2. J Moore; 3. Mrs A Herd; 4. Mrs A Beck and Sons; 5. R Raw.
Cows in calf or milk (UK); 1. J and R Atkinson; 2. J Ashcroft; 3. R Batty and Sons; 4. W Akrigg; 5. M Verity.
Butchers’ Challenge Cup: 1. Mrs Goth, Everton; 2. John Kendal, Sefton Park; 3. J and R Atkinson; 4. John Ashcroft, Aughton; 5. W Batty.
1906
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL DAILY POST - THURSDAY 13th DECEMBER 1906
The twenty-fifth annual Christmas Show of fat and dairy cattle was held at the North Haymarket, under the auspices of the Liverpool and District Cowkeeepers’ Association. There were 184 entries, the cattle shown reaching a very high standard of excellence. Additional interest was lent to the opening through the new departure in the attendance of the Lord Mayor, who was received by the president of the Association (Sir Robert Hampson) and conducted to the judging ring. Cheers having been given for the Lord Mayor at the call the secretary (Mr T. Backhouse). Sir Robert Hampton stated that the objects of the association included the improvement of dairy cattle and of the milk supply, to which this show conduced. The Lord Mayor, who was most cordially received, expressed his admiration of the excellence of the exhibits and the importance of a good milk supply to a city. He wished success to the show in every respect, and said hoped the coffers of the medical charities would not be allowed suffer though the weather had proved inclement (loud cheers).
The champion fat cow in the show was presented to the secretary (Mr T. Backhouse) on behalf of the Stanley Hospital. It was put up for auction, and realised £4O, the purchaser being Councillor T. Lowey. The judges were Messrs. John Howard, Pagett Hall, Gargrave; C. Iveson, Main Street, Sedbergh (fat cattle); George Holden, Daisy Hill, Westhoughton; and E. Mason, Watercrook, Kendal (dairy cattle).
PRIZE LIST
Competition Open to all Bona-Fide Cowkeepers in Society’s District
Fat Cow 14½ cwts and upwards: W. Batty, 85 Aigburth Road; Mrs A. Beck & Sons, 189 Park Road; R. Pawton, 99 High Street, Wavertree.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14½ cwts: R. Raw & Sons, Barn Hey Farm, West Derby; J. Raw, Goodison Road, Walton; J.J. Farrer, 38 Coleridge Street;
Fat Cow not exceeding 13 cwts: J. Kendal, 2 Blenheim Road; Mrs Joel, Houlding Street, Anfield; G. Batty, Macdonald Street, Wavertree.
Fat Cow not exceeding 11½ cwts: T. Stockdale, Smithdown Road; J. Handley, 15 Mulberry Street; G. Mason, Guildhall Road, Aintree.
Competition Limited to Members of the Association
Fat Cows 14½ cwts and upwards: Joy Bros. 362 Smithdown Road; R. Thwaite, 35 Annerley Street; R. Raw, 20 Queen’s Road, Bootle.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14½ cwts: W. Batty; T. Stockdale; W. Brownrigg, Lyons Street.
Fat Cow not exceeding 13 cwts: J. Nicholson, 64 Stitt Street, Everton; E. Williams & Sons, Willowdale Road, Walton; J. Capstick, Chapel Avenue, Walton.
Fat Cow not exceeding 11½ cwts: J.R. Dinsdale, St Oswalds Street, Old Swan; H. Wood, Boundary Lane, Everton; Mrs Williams, 2 Parkinson Road, Walton.
Competition Open to Bona-Fide Cowkeepers in Society’s District
Fat Cows in Calf or Milk Over 14½ cwts: J. & R. Atkinson, Heathfield Road, Wavertree; R. Raw; W.T. Dean; Mrs M.F. Smith, 87 Quarry Street, Woolton; J. & R. Atkinson.
All Cows Under 12 cwts: Joy Bros.; G. Mason; R. Batty, Prince Alfred Road, Wavertree.
Special Prize: Mrs A. Beck and Sons.
For Farmers Only, Within a radius of 20 Miles of the Show Yard
Best Cows in Calf or Milk: J. Pemberton, Travers Farm, Bold; L. Dilworth, Ramsbrooke Farm, Halebank; R. Ball, Norris Green Farm, West Derby; J. Ashcroft, Thorntree Farm, Aughton (special).
Best Heifer, not having more than Four Broad Teeth, in Calf or Milk: R. Swift, Door Barn Farm, Aintree; M. Verity, Upton Rocks, Widnes; R. Boyes, Burton Farm, Kirkby.
For Cattle Dealers Only
Cows in Calf or Milk, most suitable for dairy purposes: T. Hindle, 79 Keble Road, Bootle; G. Ingham, Stanley Road, Bootle; R. Scarr, 3 Ivy Leigh, Tuebrook.
Competition Open to the United Kingdom
Cows in Calf or Milk, most suitable for dairy purposes: W.T. Dean, Attwood Street; J. & R. Atkinson, Heathfield Road, Wavertree; T. Chapman, 79 Tiber Street.
Extra Prizes
By Royal Lancashire Agricultural Society for Best dairy Cows, the property of a member of the Association: W.T. Dean; J. and R. Atkinson; Mrs M.F. Smith; T. Chapman; T. Hindle.
By Mr Robert Scarr, Stanley Auction Mart, for Dairy Cows: W.T. Dean; M. Verity, Upton Rocks, Widnes; R. Raw; Mrs Fawcett, 39 Lothair Road, Anfield.
Butchers’ Challenge Cup: T. Backhouse, 58 Tetlow Street.
Law Accident Insurance Company’s Prize: J.G. Braithwaite.
Members’ Prize: T. Backhouse.
By Mr Stafford Jackson for Two Best fat Cows not Exceeding 13 cwts: J. Owen, 20 Newsham Street; F. Brownrigg & Sons, 39 Almonds Green, West Derby Village.
By Mr Stafford Jackson for Two Best Fat Cows not Exceeding 11½ cwts: W. Capstick, Mossley Hill; R. Porter, 119 South Street.
By Mr W. Bradshaw: W. Lewes, 26 West Derby Village; R. Thwaite; T.E. Allen, 4 Whitefield Road, Everton; T. Shaw, Maple Grove, Sefton Park.
By Mr Stanley Riddock: Mrs Wilson and Sons, Great Crosby; J.G. Braithwaite; E. Williams and Son; W. Mark, 10 Ledward Street.
By Messrs R. Taylor and Sons: J. Raw; J. Capstick.
By Mr John Hicks: R. Pawson; J. Kendal.
By the Molassine Co. Ltd.: Mrs Wilson and Sons; R. Raw.
By Mr G. Ellis for Cows in Calf or Milk (local competition): J. and R. Atkinson; Joy Bros.
By Mr G. Ellis for Fat Cows: W. Batty; J. Raw; J. Kendal; S. Stockdale.
Tipper Silver Cup: R. Fawkes.
By Messrs J. Bibby and Sons: W. Batty; R. Raw and Sons.
By Vesta Cake Company: J. Raw; W. Brownrigg; Mrs Joel, 1 Houlding Street.
By Messrs W. H. Fowler and Co.: J. G. Braithwaite; Joy Bros.
By Mr Thomas Wolfenden: J. Raw; J. G. Braithwaite.
By Mr George Ingham: R. Fawkes; Mrs Wilson and Sons.
By Mr R. Smith: T.E. Allen; W. Hall; J. Owen.
By Messrs Lambert and Metcalf: F. Harper, Berkley Street.
By Messrs Graham, Son and Hay: R. Raw and Sons.
President’s Prize: R. Voce (?), Noah Street.
Lord Mayor’s Prize: R. Scarr, 3 Ivy Leigh, Tuebrook
By Mr W.S.H. Bevin: Mrs M.E. Smith; Mrs Joel.
By Messrs Cooke Bros.: C.E. Bateman.
By Kirkby Lonsdale Auction Company: R. Scarr; C.E. Bateman.
By Messrs Lambert and Metcalf: Mrs Holmes, Rawcliffe Road, Walton; C.N. Newton.
Hellifield Auction Mart Silver Cup: W.T. Dean
Silver Cup by Mr Hothersall, Preston: J. Pemberton.
By Mr Hothersall: J. & R. Atkinson; Mr J.R. Smith.
Silver Cup for Champion Fat Cow: W. Batty.
Silver Cup for Champion Dairy Cow: W.T. Dean.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL DAILY POST - THURSDAY 13th DECEMBER 1906
The twenty-fifth annual Christmas Show of fat and dairy cattle was held at the North Haymarket, under the auspices of the Liverpool and District Cowkeeepers’ Association. There were 184 entries, the cattle shown reaching a very high standard of excellence. Additional interest was lent to the opening through the new departure in the attendance of the Lord Mayor, who was received by the president of the Association (Sir Robert Hampson) and conducted to the judging ring. Cheers having been given for the Lord Mayor at the call the secretary (Mr T. Backhouse). Sir Robert Hampton stated that the objects of the association included the improvement of dairy cattle and of the milk supply, to which this show conduced. The Lord Mayor, who was most cordially received, expressed his admiration of the excellence of the exhibits and the importance of a good milk supply to a city. He wished success to the show in every respect, and said hoped the coffers of the medical charities would not be allowed suffer though the weather had proved inclement (loud cheers).
The champion fat cow in the show was presented to the secretary (Mr T. Backhouse) on behalf of the Stanley Hospital. It was put up for auction, and realised £4O, the purchaser being Councillor T. Lowey. The judges were Messrs. John Howard, Pagett Hall, Gargrave; C. Iveson, Main Street, Sedbergh (fat cattle); George Holden, Daisy Hill, Westhoughton; and E. Mason, Watercrook, Kendal (dairy cattle).
PRIZE LIST
Competition Open to all Bona-Fide Cowkeepers in Society’s District
Fat Cow 14½ cwts and upwards: W. Batty, 85 Aigburth Road; Mrs A. Beck & Sons, 189 Park Road; R. Pawton, 99 High Street, Wavertree.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14½ cwts: R. Raw & Sons, Barn Hey Farm, West Derby; J. Raw, Goodison Road, Walton; J.J. Farrer, 38 Coleridge Street;
Fat Cow not exceeding 13 cwts: J. Kendal, 2 Blenheim Road; Mrs Joel, Houlding Street, Anfield; G. Batty, Macdonald Street, Wavertree.
Fat Cow not exceeding 11½ cwts: T. Stockdale, Smithdown Road; J. Handley, 15 Mulberry Street; G. Mason, Guildhall Road, Aintree.
Competition Limited to Members of the Association
Fat Cows 14½ cwts and upwards: Joy Bros. 362 Smithdown Road; R. Thwaite, 35 Annerley Street; R. Raw, 20 Queen’s Road, Bootle.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14½ cwts: W. Batty; T. Stockdale; W. Brownrigg, Lyons Street.
Fat Cow not exceeding 13 cwts: J. Nicholson, 64 Stitt Street, Everton; E. Williams & Sons, Willowdale Road, Walton; J. Capstick, Chapel Avenue, Walton.
Fat Cow not exceeding 11½ cwts: J.R. Dinsdale, St Oswalds Street, Old Swan; H. Wood, Boundary Lane, Everton; Mrs Williams, 2 Parkinson Road, Walton.
Competition Open to Bona-Fide Cowkeepers in Society’s District
Fat Cows in Calf or Milk Over 14½ cwts: J. & R. Atkinson, Heathfield Road, Wavertree; R. Raw; W.T. Dean; Mrs M.F. Smith, 87 Quarry Street, Woolton; J. & R. Atkinson.
All Cows Under 12 cwts: Joy Bros.; G. Mason; R. Batty, Prince Alfred Road, Wavertree.
Special Prize: Mrs A. Beck and Sons.
For Farmers Only, Within a radius of 20 Miles of the Show Yard
Best Cows in Calf or Milk: J. Pemberton, Travers Farm, Bold; L. Dilworth, Ramsbrooke Farm, Halebank; R. Ball, Norris Green Farm, West Derby; J. Ashcroft, Thorntree Farm, Aughton (special).
Best Heifer, not having more than Four Broad Teeth, in Calf or Milk: R. Swift, Door Barn Farm, Aintree; M. Verity, Upton Rocks, Widnes; R. Boyes, Burton Farm, Kirkby.
For Cattle Dealers Only
Cows in Calf or Milk, most suitable for dairy purposes: T. Hindle, 79 Keble Road, Bootle; G. Ingham, Stanley Road, Bootle; R. Scarr, 3 Ivy Leigh, Tuebrook.
Competition Open to the United Kingdom
Cows in Calf or Milk, most suitable for dairy purposes: W.T. Dean, Attwood Street; J. & R. Atkinson, Heathfield Road, Wavertree; T. Chapman, 79 Tiber Street.
Extra Prizes
By Royal Lancashire Agricultural Society for Best dairy Cows, the property of a member of the Association: W.T. Dean; J. and R. Atkinson; Mrs M.F. Smith; T. Chapman; T. Hindle.
By Mr Robert Scarr, Stanley Auction Mart, for Dairy Cows: W.T. Dean; M. Verity, Upton Rocks, Widnes; R. Raw; Mrs Fawcett, 39 Lothair Road, Anfield.
Butchers’ Challenge Cup: T. Backhouse, 58 Tetlow Street.
Law Accident Insurance Company’s Prize: J.G. Braithwaite.
Members’ Prize: T. Backhouse.
By Mr Stafford Jackson for Two Best fat Cows not Exceeding 13 cwts: J. Owen, 20 Newsham Street; F. Brownrigg & Sons, 39 Almonds Green, West Derby Village.
By Mr Stafford Jackson for Two Best Fat Cows not Exceeding 11½ cwts: W. Capstick, Mossley Hill; R. Porter, 119 South Street.
By Mr W. Bradshaw: W. Lewes, 26 West Derby Village; R. Thwaite; T.E. Allen, 4 Whitefield Road, Everton; T. Shaw, Maple Grove, Sefton Park.
By Mr Stanley Riddock: Mrs Wilson and Sons, Great Crosby; J.G. Braithwaite; E. Williams and Son; W. Mark, 10 Ledward Street.
By Messrs R. Taylor and Sons: J. Raw; J. Capstick.
By Mr John Hicks: R. Pawson; J. Kendal.
By the Molassine Co. Ltd.: Mrs Wilson and Sons; R. Raw.
By Mr G. Ellis for Cows in Calf or Milk (local competition): J. and R. Atkinson; Joy Bros.
By Mr G. Ellis for Fat Cows: W. Batty; J. Raw; J. Kendal; S. Stockdale.
Tipper Silver Cup: R. Fawkes.
By Messrs J. Bibby and Sons: W. Batty; R. Raw and Sons.
By Vesta Cake Company: J. Raw; W. Brownrigg; Mrs Joel, 1 Houlding Street.
By Messrs W. H. Fowler and Co.: J. G. Braithwaite; Joy Bros.
By Mr Thomas Wolfenden: J. Raw; J. G. Braithwaite.
By Mr George Ingham: R. Fawkes; Mrs Wilson and Sons.
By Mr R. Smith: T.E. Allen; W. Hall; J. Owen.
By Messrs Lambert and Metcalf: F. Harper, Berkley Street.
By Messrs Graham, Son and Hay: R. Raw and Sons.
President’s Prize: R. Voce (?), Noah Street.
Lord Mayor’s Prize: R. Scarr, 3 Ivy Leigh, Tuebrook
By Mr W.S.H. Bevin: Mrs M.E. Smith; Mrs Joel.
By Messrs Cooke Bros.: C.E. Bateman.
By Kirkby Lonsdale Auction Company: R. Scarr; C.E. Bateman.
By Messrs Lambert and Metcalf: Mrs Holmes, Rawcliffe Road, Walton; C.N. Newton.
Hellifield Auction Mart Silver Cup: W.T. Dean
Silver Cup by Mr Hothersall, Preston: J. Pemberton.
By Mr Hothersall: J. & R. Atkinson; Mr J.R. Smith.
Silver Cup for Champion Fat Cow: W. Batty.
Silver Cup for Champion Dairy Cow: W.T. Dean.
1920
AS REPORTED IN THE LANCASHIRE EVENING POST – THURSDAY 9th DECEMBER 1920
Dairy farmers from all parts of Lancashire and Westmorland were amongst the great crowd that witnessed the judging at the 33rd Christmas show held at the North Haymarket, Liverpool, yesterday, under the auspices of the Liverpool and District Cow keepers’ Association. There were nearly 200 entries, few short of the total secured at the last exhibition in 1915, but there was a marked advance in quality. Robust cows with great digestive and milking capacity are essential to the city cowkeeper, and while many of the animals possessed these essentials there was notable absence of the massive, coarse cattle often seen in pre-war times. Several cows that have won distinction at Preston and other Northern marts this year came into the arena, but several of these had fallen away from their earlier form, notably, the Preston champion of Friday last, and the champion beast at the Lancaster Mart, both failing to get into the prize money. The judging of dairy stock, which was carried out by Messrs. J. Duxbury, Knowle Green, and G. Holden, Bury, extended over nearly six hours. The class prizes were none too easy to allocate, and, in addition, there was a remarkably long list of specials.
In heavy weights, a light roan, which headed her class at Lancaster in the hands of Mr. J. Whittaker, was shown by Mr. J. Clare, and placed at the top, the second prize going to Mr. C. E. Bateman for a red and white on rather lesser scale. An unusual situation arose when these cows met again about four hours later for one of the special prizes. The red and white had so improved in the meantime that she came out quite a different cow, and the light roan had lost some of the force she displayed in the forenoon. The judges had the courage to reverse their previous decision, and their action was greeted with considerable applause. Mr. Bateman’s red and white cow, which had let down a perfect bag, was finally granted supreme honours.
Messrs. E. G. Hothersall and Sons, Preston, gave special prizes in two classes for dairy cows over and under 10½ cwt. In the heavier section, which produced a very fine group, Mr. N. Hardman, Barton, who stood third in the open group, was first with a youthful and very handsomely modelled roan, which was just springing. Mr. A. Brown, Preston Brook, was second with the massive light roan in-calf cow that was reserve champion at Clitheroe and Preston, and the reserve was Mrs. A. Herd's dark roan that won in the open class at Preston on Friday for Messrs. J. F. Nelson and Co. The winner in lightweights was Mrs. A. Herd’s dark roan that looked even fitter than she did at Preston on Friday, where she also led for Messrs. Nelson in a corresponding class. The second was Mr. R. Gilpin’s blue roan that was in the money at Preston and Lancaster, and the third belonged to Mr. R. Shaw.
Lancaster Farmers Auction Mart Co. gave three prizes for the best dairy cow purchased at their mart within three months. Mr. J. Clare’s light roan, the winner in the heavyweight class, was first, Mr. R. Gilpin’s blue roan, second, and Mr. G. Ingham’s red cow, third. The Hellifield Auction Mart Co.'s special for the best pair of calved dairy cows went to Mr. C. E. Bateman, the pair including the champion, and Mr. J. Clare was reserve.
There was a magnificent show of fat cows, practically all of which were wealthy beasts and came from the city dairies. Messrs. T. Hodge, Higher Broughton, and M. Shinkfield, Broadgreen, were occupied for several hours in awarding the first prize and numerous specials. The championship for the best fat cow went Mr F. H. Raw for a roan originally purchased from Mr. R. Sagar, the Preston Auction Mart. Reputed to weigh 15½ cwt, she had enormous scale, a rich covering of thick, firm flesh, and quality was allied with great size and substance.
AS REPORTED IN THE LANCASHIRE EVENING POST – THURSDAY 9th DECEMBER 1920
Dairy farmers from all parts of Lancashire and Westmorland were amongst the great crowd that witnessed the judging at the 33rd Christmas show held at the North Haymarket, Liverpool, yesterday, under the auspices of the Liverpool and District Cow keepers’ Association. There were nearly 200 entries, few short of the total secured at the last exhibition in 1915, but there was a marked advance in quality. Robust cows with great digestive and milking capacity are essential to the city cowkeeper, and while many of the animals possessed these essentials there was notable absence of the massive, coarse cattle often seen in pre-war times. Several cows that have won distinction at Preston and other Northern marts this year came into the arena, but several of these had fallen away from their earlier form, notably, the Preston champion of Friday last, and the champion beast at the Lancaster Mart, both failing to get into the prize money. The judging of dairy stock, which was carried out by Messrs. J. Duxbury, Knowle Green, and G. Holden, Bury, extended over nearly six hours. The class prizes were none too easy to allocate, and, in addition, there was a remarkably long list of specials.
In heavy weights, a light roan, which headed her class at Lancaster in the hands of Mr. J. Whittaker, was shown by Mr. J. Clare, and placed at the top, the second prize going to Mr. C. E. Bateman for a red and white on rather lesser scale. An unusual situation arose when these cows met again about four hours later for one of the special prizes. The red and white had so improved in the meantime that she came out quite a different cow, and the light roan had lost some of the force she displayed in the forenoon. The judges had the courage to reverse their previous decision, and their action was greeted with considerable applause. Mr. Bateman’s red and white cow, which had let down a perfect bag, was finally granted supreme honours.
Messrs. E. G. Hothersall and Sons, Preston, gave special prizes in two classes for dairy cows over and under 10½ cwt. In the heavier section, which produced a very fine group, Mr. N. Hardman, Barton, who stood third in the open group, was first with a youthful and very handsomely modelled roan, which was just springing. Mr. A. Brown, Preston Brook, was second with the massive light roan in-calf cow that was reserve champion at Clitheroe and Preston, and the reserve was Mrs. A. Herd's dark roan that won in the open class at Preston on Friday for Messrs. J. F. Nelson and Co. The winner in lightweights was Mrs. A. Herd’s dark roan that looked even fitter than she did at Preston on Friday, where she also led for Messrs. Nelson in a corresponding class. The second was Mr. R. Gilpin’s blue roan that was in the money at Preston and Lancaster, and the third belonged to Mr. R. Shaw.
Lancaster Farmers Auction Mart Co. gave three prizes for the best dairy cow purchased at their mart within three months. Mr. J. Clare’s light roan, the winner in the heavyweight class, was first, Mr. R. Gilpin’s blue roan, second, and Mr. G. Ingham’s red cow, third. The Hellifield Auction Mart Co.'s special for the best pair of calved dairy cows went to Mr. C. E. Bateman, the pair including the champion, and Mr. J. Clare was reserve.
There was a magnificent show of fat cows, practically all of which were wealthy beasts and came from the city dairies. Messrs. T. Hodge, Higher Broughton, and M. Shinkfield, Broadgreen, were occupied for several hours in awarding the first prize and numerous specials. The championship for the best fat cow went Mr F. H. Raw for a roan originally purchased from Mr. R. Sagar, the Preston Auction Mart. Reputed to weigh 15½ cwt, she had enormous scale, a rich covering of thick, firm flesh, and quality was allied with great size and substance.
1921
AS REPORTED IN THE LANCASHIRE EVENING POST - THURSDAY 15th DECEMBER 1921
The City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association 34th annual show, held in the North Haymarket, yesterday, under the presidency of Mr T. Backhouse. J P., represented the best of North-country commercial dairy cattle. The wide interest in the exhibition was indicated by an unusually large invasion of Northern dairymen, many of whom admitted they could not recall having seen elsewhere such an assemblage of wonderfully bagged cattle.
The most successful exhibitor was Mr E. Rushton, of Orrell, who led the heavyweights and finally won the supreme championship with a roan that had a similar distinction at Ulverston and Hawes. She has size and power with refinement and dairy characteristics and has a great vessel to fit her frame. The second prize heavyweight and reserve champion, a light roan shown by Mr W. Thompson, Garston, had not quite the scale, the spread of rib or the sweet outlook of the winner, but she carried one of the best vessels in the show and has youth on her side. The classes for fat cows were remarkably strong, and contained some splendidly finished cattle. Mr J. Wilson, Crosby, secured the championship for the best fat beast with a roan cow scaling about 16½cwt., and yet full of quality and firm flesh. Mr J. Dean, Anfield, was reserve for cow of similar weight, but older.
AS REPORTED IN THE LANCASHIRE EVENING POST - THURSDAY 15th DECEMBER 1921
The City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association 34th annual show, held in the North Haymarket, yesterday, under the presidency of Mr T. Backhouse. J P., represented the best of North-country commercial dairy cattle. The wide interest in the exhibition was indicated by an unusually large invasion of Northern dairymen, many of whom admitted they could not recall having seen elsewhere such an assemblage of wonderfully bagged cattle.
The most successful exhibitor was Mr E. Rushton, of Orrell, who led the heavyweights and finally won the supreme championship with a roan that had a similar distinction at Ulverston and Hawes. She has size and power with refinement and dairy characteristics and has a great vessel to fit her frame. The second prize heavyweight and reserve champion, a light roan shown by Mr W. Thompson, Garston, had not quite the scale, the spread of rib or the sweet outlook of the winner, but she carried one of the best vessels in the show and has youth on her side. The classes for fat cows were remarkably strong, and contained some splendidly finished cattle. Mr J. Wilson, Crosby, secured the championship for the best fat beast with a roan cow scaling about 16½cwt., and yet full of quality and firm flesh. Mr J. Dean, Anfield, was reserve for cow of similar weight, but older.
1924
AS REPORTED IN THE LANCASHIRE EVENING POST - THURSDAY 11th DECEMBER 1924
Visitors from all parts of Lancashire and neighbouring counties attended the 36th Christmas show of dairy and fat cattle held by the City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association in the North Haymarket, yesterday. For many years this exhibition has been recognised as furnishing the finest collection of non-pedigree Dairy Shorthorns in the country, and yesterday’s gathering upheld that reputation, bringing together for final judgment winners at a number of preceding shows in the north.
The judges, who have officiated for several years, were: - Dairy cattle: Messrs. G. Holden, Bury, and J. Duxbury, Knowle Green. Fat cattle: Messrs. N. Shinkfield, Broadgreen, and T. Hodge, Higher Broughton, Manchester.
In the heavyweight class the fight for supremacy was between Mr G. Mason’s (Aintree) roan purchased at Lancaster the previous day, and Mr W. Herd’s (Liverpool) roan, which was reserve champion at Preston on Friday. The former, possessing a wonderful milk vein, and having youth on her side, triumphed. Contrary to the general rule at Liverpool, the champion was found among the lightweight cattle. This was Mr E. Rushton’s small but very pretty dark roan, which had cup honours at Bentham. The judges hesitated a long time before placing this handsome young cow in front of Mr Mason’s winning heavyweight, but they came to the conclusion that she was nearer perfection than any of the bigger animals, and that she had a future.
In the class for calved cows over 10½cwt., Mr M. Braithwaite, Aigburth Vale, and Mr J. Wilson, Great Crosby, were first and second with the Kirkby Lonsdale and the Lancaster show champions respectively. Liverpool is famous for its remarkable show of beef cattle finished in the city shippons for this occasion. The numerous classes and long list of specials make a strenuous day for the judges, who with the exception of a brief pause for lunch, were at work for seven hours. The champion was adjudged to be Mr J. Clare’s (Liverpool) square and massive light roan cow scaling over 16 cwt. and firm in flesh. She had been milking in the city for 13 months, and was the champion of the classes for town dairy cows at the Royal Lancashire Show at Liverpool last year.
AS REPORTED IN THE LANCASHIRE EVENING POST - THURSDAY 11th DECEMBER 1924
Visitors from all parts of Lancashire and neighbouring counties attended the 36th Christmas show of dairy and fat cattle held by the City of Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association in the North Haymarket, yesterday. For many years this exhibition has been recognised as furnishing the finest collection of non-pedigree Dairy Shorthorns in the country, and yesterday’s gathering upheld that reputation, bringing together for final judgment winners at a number of preceding shows in the north.
The judges, who have officiated for several years, were: - Dairy cattle: Messrs. G. Holden, Bury, and J. Duxbury, Knowle Green. Fat cattle: Messrs. N. Shinkfield, Broadgreen, and T. Hodge, Higher Broughton, Manchester.
In the heavyweight class the fight for supremacy was between Mr G. Mason’s (Aintree) roan purchased at Lancaster the previous day, and Mr W. Herd’s (Liverpool) roan, which was reserve champion at Preston on Friday. The former, possessing a wonderful milk vein, and having youth on her side, triumphed. Contrary to the general rule at Liverpool, the champion was found among the lightweight cattle. This was Mr E. Rushton’s small but very pretty dark roan, which had cup honours at Bentham. The judges hesitated a long time before placing this handsome young cow in front of Mr Mason’s winning heavyweight, but they came to the conclusion that she was nearer perfection than any of the bigger animals, and that she had a future.
In the class for calved cows over 10½cwt., Mr M. Braithwaite, Aigburth Vale, and Mr J. Wilson, Great Crosby, were first and second with the Kirkby Lonsdale and the Lancaster show champions respectively. Liverpool is famous for its remarkable show of beef cattle finished in the city shippons for this occasion. The numerous classes and long list of specials make a strenuous day for the judges, who with the exception of a brief pause for lunch, were at work for seven hours. The champion was adjudged to be Mr J. Clare’s (Liverpool) square and massive light roan cow scaling over 16 cwt. and firm in flesh. She had been milking in the city for 13 months, and was the champion of the classes for town dairy cows at the Royal Lancashire Show at Liverpool last year.
1925
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - WEDNESDAY 16th DECEMBER 1925
Each year the hidden herds of Liverpool are brought from their shippons in the various districts for the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association Christmas Show. Today, at the North Haymarket, the thirty-seventh annual show was held. In former years the show comprised fat and dairy cattle, but this year the Ministry of Health Foot and Mouth regulations have cut into the entries considerably. No dairy cattle were shown at all, the ‘stand-still’ order forbidding their movement; but the show of fat cattle was magnificent. Entries numbered seventy-seven and comprised the finest specimens from the city’s shippons.
PRIZES
Fat Cow (exceeding 14cwt). 1. Joseph Handley, 59 Farnworth Street; 2. J Hogg, 3 Little Parkfield Road, Lark Lane; 3. J Airey, 36 Arthur Street, Dingle; 4. J Chase, 6 Langton Road, Wavertree; 5. W T Morton, 136 Molyneux Road.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - WEDNESDAY 16th DECEMBER 1925
Each year the hidden herds of Liverpool are brought from their shippons in the various districts for the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association Christmas Show. Today, at the North Haymarket, the thirty-seventh annual show was held. In former years the show comprised fat and dairy cattle, but this year the Ministry of Health Foot and Mouth regulations have cut into the entries considerably. No dairy cattle were shown at all, the ‘stand-still’ order forbidding their movement; but the show of fat cattle was magnificent. Entries numbered seventy-seven and comprised the finest specimens from the city’s shippons.
PRIZES
Fat Cow (exceeding 14cwt). 1. Joseph Handley, 59 Farnworth Street; 2. J Hogg, 3 Little Parkfield Road, Lark Lane; 3. J Airey, 36 Arthur Street, Dingle; 4. J Chase, 6 Langton Road, Wavertree; 5. W T Morton, 136 Molyneux Road.
1926
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - WEDNESDAY 12th DECEMBER 1926
At the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association’s Christmas Cattle Show, at North Haymarket, Alderman W. Muirhead, chairman of the Health Committee, opening the show, said that, although there were less cattle in Liverpool now than in 1914, the quality was higher. The city was doing all it could to obtain an improved milk supply, and the milk obtained in the city shippons was actually much superior to that obtained from the country. It was the Health Committee’s aim to get all milk up to grade "A" quality.
Dr. Gordon Gullen said that until he saw this show he had no idea how magnificent was the association of which he was the new president. The show was proof that the Liverpool cowkeepers were working might and main to produce the best milk and to keep the best cattle in the United Kingdom. He defied any show in the country to produce finer cattle than these. More of the public ought to be present, and next year the association ought to draw up an advertising scheme so that visitors should be attracted from other towns to see what Liverpool was doing. If he were not a physician, he would be either a farmer or a dairyman.
To Mr. George Holding, of Bankfield Farm. Bury, who has judged at these shows for the last twenty-one years, a tea service was presented by Mrs Gordon Gullen to mark the association's appreciation of his services.
PRIZE LIST
Fat Cow (exceeding 14cwt). 1. Greenwood Blades, Roby; 2. Mrs Talbot, Parliament Street; 3. John Herd, Aigburth; 4. James Dean, Anfield.
Fat Cow (under 14cwt). 1. Anthony Joy, Garston; 2. J Handley, Farnworth Street; Mrs Mason, Florist Street; 4. M Braithwaite, Aigburth Vale.
Fat Cow (under 13cwt). 1. A Bradbury, Fielding Street; 2. James Taylor and Sons, Tuebrook; 3. G Nelson, Dingle.
Fat Cow (under 12cwt). 1. Robert Raw, Bootle; 2. Edward Hall, Great Crosby; 3. James Wolfenden, Waterloo.
Fat Cow (under 11cwt). 1. J A Eardley, Waterloo; 2. T Culthwaite, Seaforth; 3. J Lancley.
Cows over 14cwt (not having won in open competition). 1. T J Parrington, Great Crosby; 2. M Whitfield, Fairfield; 3. J Howarth, Great Crosby.
Cows under 14cwt. 1. William Herd, Greta Street; 2. W Turton, Anfield; 3. James Burton, Seaforth.
Cows under 13cwt. 1. G Bargh, Walton; 2. J A Eardley, Waterloo; 3. Wm Metcalfe, Anfield.
Cows under 12cwt. 1. J Holgate, Bootle; 2. J Handley, Farnworth Street; 3. T W Whitfield, Everton.
Cows under 11cwt. 1. J Whitman, Bootle; 2. James Robinson, Doncaster Street; 3. F R Hudson, Lovat Street.
Cows in calf or milk (not exceeding 11½cwt). 1. M Braithwaite; 2. G Batty; 3. J Farrer.
Cows under 10½cwt. 1. J Hird; 2. J Hogg; 3. W Heslop.
Cows under 9 ½cwt. 1. J Brenkley; 2. Mrs Mason; 3. R Batty.
President’s Prize awarded to J Greenwood.
Lord Mayor’s Prize awarded to J Airey.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - WEDNESDAY 12th DECEMBER 1926
At the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association’s Christmas Cattle Show, at North Haymarket, Alderman W. Muirhead, chairman of the Health Committee, opening the show, said that, although there were less cattle in Liverpool now than in 1914, the quality was higher. The city was doing all it could to obtain an improved milk supply, and the milk obtained in the city shippons was actually much superior to that obtained from the country. It was the Health Committee’s aim to get all milk up to grade "A" quality.
Dr. Gordon Gullen said that until he saw this show he had no idea how magnificent was the association of which he was the new president. The show was proof that the Liverpool cowkeepers were working might and main to produce the best milk and to keep the best cattle in the United Kingdom. He defied any show in the country to produce finer cattle than these. More of the public ought to be present, and next year the association ought to draw up an advertising scheme so that visitors should be attracted from other towns to see what Liverpool was doing. If he were not a physician, he would be either a farmer or a dairyman.
To Mr. George Holding, of Bankfield Farm. Bury, who has judged at these shows for the last twenty-one years, a tea service was presented by Mrs Gordon Gullen to mark the association's appreciation of his services.
PRIZE LIST
Fat Cow (exceeding 14cwt). 1. Greenwood Blades, Roby; 2. Mrs Talbot, Parliament Street; 3. John Herd, Aigburth; 4. James Dean, Anfield.
Fat Cow (under 14cwt). 1. Anthony Joy, Garston; 2. J Handley, Farnworth Street; Mrs Mason, Florist Street; 4. M Braithwaite, Aigburth Vale.
Fat Cow (under 13cwt). 1. A Bradbury, Fielding Street; 2. James Taylor and Sons, Tuebrook; 3. G Nelson, Dingle.
Fat Cow (under 12cwt). 1. Robert Raw, Bootle; 2. Edward Hall, Great Crosby; 3. James Wolfenden, Waterloo.
Fat Cow (under 11cwt). 1. J A Eardley, Waterloo; 2. T Culthwaite, Seaforth; 3. J Lancley.
Cows over 14cwt (not having won in open competition). 1. T J Parrington, Great Crosby; 2. M Whitfield, Fairfield; 3. J Howarth, Great Crosby.
Cows under 14cwt. 1. William Herd, Greta Street; 2. W Turton, Anfield; 3. James Burton, Seaforth.
Cows under 13cwt. 1. G Bargh, Walton; 2. J A Eardley, Waterloo; 3. Wm Metcalfe, Anfield.
Cows under 12cwt. 1. J Holgate, Bootle; 2. J Handley, Farnworth Street; 3. T W Whitfield, Everton.
Cows under 11cwt. 1. J Whitman, Bootle; 2. James Robinson, Doncaster Street; 3. F R Hudson, Lovat Street.
Cows in calf or milk (not exceeding 11½cwt). 1. M Braithwaite; 2. G Batty; 3. J Farrer.
Cows under 10½cwt. 1. J Hird; 2. J Hogg; 3. W Heslop.
Cows under 9 ½cwt. 1. J Brenkley; 2. Mrs Mason; 3. R Batty.
President’s Prize awarded to J Greenwood.
Lord Mayor’s Prize awarded to J Airey.
1927
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - SATURDAY 28th MAY 1927 (Excerpt)
The Horses Big day – Brilliant Scene at the May Parade
Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association Prizes for best two-wheeled turnout (light horse), confined to members of the association and used regularly in business: 1. C H Green; 2. W Joel; 3. E Rushton.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - WEDNESDAY 14 DECEMBER 1927
A record display of dairy and fat cattle attracted 190 entries at the North Haymarket this morning. The Lord Mayor, (Miss Margaret Beaven), introduced by Dr Gullane, president of the Cowkeepers Association, opened the show, in which champion stock not only from Liverpool, but from the chief Christmas sales in Cumberland, Westmorland, Yorkshire, North Lancashire, and Shropshire, was displayed. In introducing the Lord Mayor, Dr. Gullane declared with pride that this was the finest show the association had ever had. At no time had pure milk from healthy cows been more regarded than at present. Miss Beavan said cowkeepers, by providing pure milk, were doing essential preventive work for the children.
RESULTS
Fat Cow over 14cwt – 1. J Handley, Wavertree; 2. J Davies, Edge Hill; 3. Joseph Owen, Everton; 4. Newsholme Bros., West Derby.
Under 14cwt – 1. Robert Raw, Bootle; 2. Evan Owen, Smithdown Road; 3. F Cropper, Waterloo; 4. R Rimmer, Wavertree.
Under 13cwt – 1. J Brenkley, Aigburth; 2. Jas Airey, Dingle; 3. C H Green, Bootle.
Cows (calved) over 12cwt – 1. G Bargh, Walton; 2. Robert Raw; 3. J Brenkley; 4. R Swinbank. President’s Prize for Best Non-Winner in this class: R Morton, Everton.
Over 11cwt – 1. E Hall, Great Crosby; 2. John Farrar, Tuebrook; 3. George Mason, Aintree; 4. John Herd, Aigburth.
Under 10cwt – 1. John Herd; 2. Mrs Mason, Florist Street; 3. Robert Clare, Wavertree; 4. J Handley.
Metcalf Shield – 1. E Hall, Great Crosby; Reserve: M Braithwaite.
(SURPRISE RESULT – The surprise of the morning was the victory of Mr Hall’s cow over Mr Braithwaite’s exhibit for the Metcalf Shield. The latter was showing the winner of the championship at Preston, but was beaten by a cow which had been placed fourth at Hawes.)
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - SATURDAY 28th MAY 1927 (Excerpt)
The Horses Big day – Brilliant Scene at the May Parade
Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association Prizes for best two-wheeled turnout (light horse), confined to members of the association and used regularly in business: 1. C H Green; 2. W Joel; 3. E Rushton.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - WEDNESDAY 14 DECEMBER 1927
A record display of dairy and fat cattle attracted 190 entries at the North Haymarket this morning. The Lord Mayor, (Miss Margaret Beaven), introduced by Dr Gullane, president of the Cowkeepers Association, opened the show, in which champion stock not only from Liverpool, but from the chief Christmas sales in Cumberland, Westmorland, Yorkshire, North Lancashire, and Shropshire, was displayed. In introducing the Lord Mayor, Dr. Gullane declared with pride that this was the finest show the association had ever had. At no time had pure milk from healthy cows been more regarded than at present. Miss Beavan said cowkeepers, by providing pure milk, were doing essential preventive work for the children.
RESULTS
Fat Cow over 14cwt – 1. J Handley, Wavertree; 2. J Davies, Edge Hill; 3. Joseph Owen, Everton; 4. Newsholme Bros., West Derby.
Under 14cwt – 1. Robert Raw, Bootle; 2. Evan Owen, Smithdown Road; 3. F Cropper, Waterloo; 4. R Rimmer, Wavertree.
Under 13cwt – 1. J Brenkley, Aigburth; 2. Jas Airey, Dingle; 3. C H Green, Bootle.
Cows (calved) over 12cwt – 1. G Bargh, Walton; 2. Robert Raw; 3. J Brenkley; 4. R Swinbank. President’s Prize for Best Non-Winner in this class: R Morton, Everton.
Over 11cwt – 1. E Hall, Great Crosby; 2. John Farrar, Tuebrook; 3. George Mason, Aintree; 4. John Herd, Aigburth.
Under 10cwt – 1. John Herd; 2. Mrs Mason, Florist Street; 3. Robert Clare, Wavertree; 4. J Handley.
Metcalf Shield – 1. E Hall, Great Crosby; Reserve: M Braithwaite.
(SURPRISE RESULT – The surprise of the morning was the victory of Mr Hall’s cow over Mr Braithwaite’s exhibit for the Metcalf Shield. The latter was showing the winner of the championship at Preston, but was beaten by a cow which had been placed fourth at Hawes.)
1928
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 12th DECEMBER 1928
Lord Mayor Opens Liverpool Xmas Show. The pick of the city's hidden herd of dairy cattle were on view, today, when the fortieth annual Christmas Show of Fat and Dairy Cattle, organised by the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers Association, was held at the North Haymarket. The opening ceremony was performed by the Lord Mayor (Alderman H M Miller) who was accompanied by the Lady Mayoress, and they were received by the president of the association, Dr E Gordon Gullan, and Mr. Thomas Backhouse J P. The Lord Mayor, in declaring the show open, expressed the great pleasure it gave him end the Lady Mayoress to attend. Although they had cancelled all social engagements in view of the city's great loss, they felt it was a duty to be present at the show. He bad been surprised at the wonderful condition of the cattle, and he complimented those who were responsible for their welfare. The entries this year are slightly more than last, and over 200 cattle were judged during the day. There are thirty-four sections for fat cows and thirty for dairy cattle, and included in the entries are a number of cattle that have received championship honours at pervious shows.
AWARDS
Fat Cattle (Open)
Fat Cow exceeding 14cwt – 1. Newsholme Bros., West Derby; 2. J Handley, Wavertree; 3. Greenwood Blades, Roby.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14cwt – 1. T J Parrington, Great Crosby; 2. John Cummings, Litherland; 3. Percy Baxter, Seaforth.
Fat Cow not exceeding 13cwt – 1. H Littlefair, Bootle; 2. James Hogg, Otterspool; 3. J Hogg, Liverpool.
Fat Cow not exceeding 12cwt – 1. H Littlefair, Bootle; 2. Matt Rhodes, Garston; 3. E R Hudson, Edge Hill.
Fat Cow not exceeding 11cwt – 1. And 2. T F Mercer, Litherland; 3. J D Davies, Wavertree.
Fat Cattle (Limited)
Fat Cow exceeding 14cwt – 1. Jas Taylor & Son, Tuebrook; 2. Mrs M Briggs, Liverpool; 3. R Swinbank, Everton.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14cwt – 1. M Webster, Edge Hill; 2. John Sayer & Son, Anfield; 3. T Hargreaves, St Michaels.
Fat Cow not exceeding 12cwt – 1. G Batty, Liverpool; 2. J W Whiteman, Bootle; 3. R Morton, Fairfield.
Fat Cow not exceeding 11cwt – 1. T W Greenwood, Wavertree; 2. T F Mercer, Litherland; 3. Fred Cropper, Waterloo.
Dairy Cattle
Cows (calved) exceeding 12cwt – 1. William Herd, Liverpool; 2. John Herd, Liverpool; 3. John Hogg, Lark Lane.
Cows (calved) exceeding 11cwt – 1. Robert Raw, Bootle; 2. M Braithwaite, Liverpool; 3. J Howson, Great Crosby.
Cows (calved) exceeding 10cwt – 1. John Farrer, Tuebrook; 2. Edward Hall, Great Crosby; 3. John Farrer, Tuebrook.
Cows (calved) not exceeding 10cwt – 1. George Batty, Liverpool; 2. J Brenkley, Liverpool; 3. James Airey, Dingle.
Best Cow or Heifer in Calf or Milk – 1. W Herd, Liverpool; 2. R Batty, Aigburth; 3. H Wood, West Derby.
Best Cow in Calf or Milk (members only) – 1. W Herd, Liverpool; 2. W H Grace, Halewood; 3. M Braithwaite, Liverpool.
Cow in Calf or Milk (cattle dealers only) – 1. E Scarr, Sedbergh; 2. R Raw, Bootle; 3. G Ingham & Sons, Bootle.
Cows in Calf – 1. J Brenkley, Liverpool; 2. Mr Braithwaite, Bootle; 3. W H Grace, Halewood.
Cows in Calf or Milk most suited to dairy purposes (UK open) – 1. W Herd, Liverpool; 2. J Herd, Liverpool; 3. J Hogg, Liverpool.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 12th DECEMBER 1928
Lord Mayor Opens Liverpool Xmas Show. The pick of the city's hidden herd of dairy cattle were on view, today, when the fortieth annual Christmas Show of Fat and Dairy Cattle, organised by the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers Association, was held at the North Haymarket. The opening ceremony was performed by the Lord Mayor (Alderman H M Miller) who was accompanied by the Lady Mayoress, and they were received by the president of the association, Dr E Gordon Gullan, and Mr. Thomas Backhouse J P. The Lord Mayor, in declaring the show open, expressed the great pleasure it gave him end the Lady Mayoress to attend. Although they had cancelled all social engagements in view of the city's great loss, they felt it was a duty to be present at the show. He bad been surprised at the wonderful condition of the cattle, and he complimented those who were responsible for their welfare. The entries this year are slightly more than last, and over 200 cattle were judged during the day. There are thirty-four sections for fat cows and thirty for dairy cattle, and included in the entries are a number of cattle that have received championship honours at pervious shows.
AWARDS
Fat Cattle (Open)
Fat Cow exceeding 14cwt – 1. Newsholme Bros., West Derby; 2. J Handley, Wavertree; 3. Greenwood Blades, Roby.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14cwt – 1. T J Parrington, Great Crosby; 2. John Cummings, Litherland; 3. Percy Baxter, Seaforth.
Fat Cow not exceeding 13cwt – 1. H Littlefair, Bootle; 2. James Hogg, Otterspool; 3. J Hogg, Liverpool.
Fat Cow not exceeding 12cwt – 1. H Littlefair, Bootle; 2. Matt Rhodes, Garston; 3. E R Hudson, Edge Hill.
Fat Cow not exceeding 11cwt – 1. And 2. T F Mercer, Litherland; 3. J D Davies, Wavertree.
Fat Cattle (Limited)
Fat Cow exceeding 14cwt – 1. Jas Taylor & Son, Tuebrook; 2. Mrs M Briggs, Liverpool; 3. R Swinbank, Everton.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14cwt – 1. M Webster, Edge Hill; 2. John Sayer & Son, Anfield; 3. T Hargreaves, St Michaels.
Fat Cow not exceeding 12cwt – 1. G Batty, Liverpool; 2. J W Whiteman, Bootle; 3. R Morton, Fairfield.
Fat Cow not exceeding 11cwt – 1. T W Greenwood, Wavertree; 2. T F Mercer, Litherland; 3. Fred Cropper, Waterloo.
Dairy Cattle
Cows (calved) exceeding 12cwt – 1. William Herd, Liverpool; 2. John Herd, Liverpool; 3. John Hogg, Lark Lane.
Cows (calved) exceeding 11cwt – 1. Robert Raw, Bootle; 2. M Braithwaite, Liverpool; 3. J Howson, Great Crosby.
Cows (calved) exceeding 10cwt – 1. John Farrer, Tuebrook; 2. Edward Hall, Great Crosby; 3. John Farrer, Tuebrook.
Cows (calved) not exceeding 10cwt – 1. George Batty, Liverpool; 2. J Brenkley, Liverpool; 3. James Airey, Dingle.
Best Cow or Heifer in Calf or Milk – 1. W Herd, Liverpool; 2. R Batty, Aigburth; 3. H Wood, West Derby.
Best Cow in Calf or Milk (members only) – 1. W Herd, Liverpool; 2. W H Grace, Halewood; 3. M Braithwaite, Liverpool.
Cow in Calf or Milk (cattle dealers only) – 1. E Scarr, Sedbergh; 2. R Raw, Bootle; 3. G Ingham & Sons, Bootle.
Cows in Calf – 1. J Brenkley, Liverpool; 2. Mr Braithwaite, Bootle; 3. W H Grace, Halewood.
Cows in Calf or Milk most suited to dairy purposes (UK open) – 1. W Herd, Liverpool; 2. J Herd, Liverpool; 3. J Hogg, Liverpool.
1929
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - WEDNESDAY 11th DECEMBER 1929
“I confess that If I didn't like ships, I might like cows," said the Lord Mayor of Liverpool (Councilor Laurence Holt), in opening the forty-first annual show of fat and dairy cattle by the Liverpool Cowkeepers' Association, at the North Haymarket, this morning. "My respect for cows has gone up very much indeed as the result of what I have seen." Milk, he said was one of the prime necessities of our city's existence, and thanks were due to the cowkeepers, who brought the very best cattle in Lancashire into their shippons. "God speed to you in obtaining this high standard in everything appertaining to the production of milk” he added.
PRIZES
Fat Cows (over 14cwt). 1. Newsham Bros., West Derby; 2. Jas. Dean, Anfield; 3. H Wood, West Derby; 4. John Wolfenden, Bootle.
Fat Cows (under 14cwt). 1. Jas Owen, Everton; 2. T J Partington, Great Crosby; 3. M Braithwaite; 4. Jackson Bros., West Derby.
Fat Cow (under 13cwt). 1. J Hanson, Great Crosby; 2. A Joy, Garston; 3. A H Hill. Litherland; 4. H Littlefair, Bootle.
Fat Cows which have not won a prize in open competition:
Under 14cwt 1. A Stubbs; 2. W Blades; 3. J Mercer.
Under 14cwt. 1. M Braithwaite; 2. G Stanton; 3. G Batty.
Under 13cwt. 1. J Dean; 2. F Baxter; 3. Jackson Bros.
TOWN DAIRY COWS
Cows in calf or milk over 12cwt. 1. T F Mercer: 2 J Hird; 3. J H Moor and Son; 4. G Batty; 5. J Howarth.
Cows over 11cwt. 1. J Hogg; 2. J Berkley; 3. E Mercer; 4. Jackson Bros.; 5. J Farrer.
Cows over 10cwt. 1. Jackson Bros. 2. J Close and Son; 3. E Hall; 4. R Merton; 5. R Raw, Bootle.
Cows under 10cwt. 1. J Berkley; 2. W Metcalf; 3. R Raw, Bootle; 4. J Farrer; 5. Mrs M J Mason.
BEST FARMER’S COW
Best Cow or Heifer. 1. W H Grace, Halewood; 2. J H Moor and Sons, West Derby; 3. Robert Batty, Grassendale.
Fat Cow under 12cwt. 1. J Taylor, Waterloo; 2. Mrs M J Mason, Florist Street; 3. J W Wightman, Bootle.
Fat Cow under 11cwt. 1. G Batty, Aigburth Road; 2. T J Farrington, Great Crosby; 3. H Tasker (?), Waterloo.
Best Cow, Farmers’ Club. 1. W H Grace; 2. Jas Moor and Sons, West Derby; 3. R Batty.
Cow in calf. 1. W H Grace; 2. R Raw, West Derby; 3. M Braithwaite.
Open Class. 1. T Mercer, Litherland; 2. W H Grace; 3. John Herd, Alwyn Street.
Metcalfe Challenge Shield for Best Dairy Cow awarded to J Hogg, Little Parkfield Road.
Silver Cup for Best Dairy Cow awarded to T F Mercer. Res: W Grace.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - WEDNESDAY 11th DECEMBER 1929
“I confess that If I didn't like ships, I might like cows," said the Lord Mayor of Liverpool (Councilor Laurence Holt), in opening the forty-first annual show of fat and dairy cattle by the Liverpool Cowkeepers' Association, at the North Haymarket, this morning. "My respect for cows has gone up very much indeed as the result of what I have seen." Milk, he said was one of the prime necessities of our city's existence, and thanks were due to the cowkeepers, who brought the very best cattle in Lancashire into their shippons. "God speed to you in obtaining this high standard in everything appertaining to the production of milk” he added.
PRIZES
Fat Cows (over 14cwt). 1. Newsham Bros., West Derby; 2. Jas. Dean, Anfield; 3. H Wood, West Derby; 4. John Wolfenden, Bootle.
Fat Cows (under 14cwt). 1. Jas Owen, Everton; 2. T J Partington, Great Crosby; 3. M Braithwaite; 4. Jackson Bros., West Derby.
Fat Cow (under 13cwt). 1. J Hanson, Great Crosby; 2. A Joy, Garston; 3. A H Hill. Litherland; 4. H Littlefair, Bootle.
Fat Cows which have not won a prize in open competition:
Under 14cwt 1. A Stubbs; 2. W Blades; 3. J Mercer.
Under 14cwt. 1. M Braithwaite; 2. G Stanton; 3. G Batty.
Under 13cwt. 1. J Dean; 2. F Baxter; 3. Jackson Bros.
TOWN DAIRY COWS
Cows in calf or milk over 12cwt. 1. T F Mercer: 2 J Hird; 3. J H Moor and Son; 4. G Batty; 5. J Howarth.
Cows over 11cwt. 1. J Hogg; 2. J Berkley; 3. E Mercer; 4. Jackson Bros.; 5. J Farrer.
Cows over 10cwt. 1. Jackson Bros. 2. J Close and Son; 3. E Hall; 4. R Merton; 5. R Raw, Bootle.
Cows under 10cwt. 1. J Berkley; 2. W Metcalf; 3. R Raw, Bootle; 4. J Farrer; 5. Mrs M J Mason.
BEST FARMER’S COW
Best Cow or Heifer. 1. W H Grace, Halewood; 2. J H Moor and Sons, West Derby; 3. Robert Batty, Grassendale.
Fat Cow under 12cwt. 1. J Taylor, Waterloo; 2. Mrs M J Mason, Florist Street; 3. J W Wightman, Bootle.
Fat Cow under 11cwt. 1. G Batty, Aigburth Road; 2. T J Farrington, Great Crosby; 3. H Tasker (?), Waterloo.
Best Cow, Farmers’ Club. 1. W H Grace; 2. Jas Moor and Sons, West Derby; 3. R Batty.
Cow in calf. 1. W H Grace; 2. R Raw, West Derby; 3. M Braithwaite.
Open Class. 1. T Mercer, Litherland; 2. W H Grace; 3. John Herd, Alwyn Street.
Metcalfe Challenge Shield for Best Dairy Cow awarded to J Hogg, Little Parkfield Road.
Silver Cup for Best Dairy Cow awarded to T F Mercer. Res: W Grace.
1930
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 10th DECEMBER 1930
The Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association's Forty-second Annual Show, took place in the North Haymarket, to-day. This year’s show maintains the high standard set in recent years, and is considered to be the best non-pedigree show in the country. A cow was raffled during the day and the proceeds will go to charity.
J Herd won the Championship with a perfect roan cow, which won every class in which it was shown.
PRIZES
President’s Prize awarded to M Braithwaite.
Metcalfe Challenge Shield awarded to John Herd, Aigburth.
Fat Cow (exceeding 14cwt). 1. R Raw, Bootle. 2. A Joy, Garston; 3. W Herd.
Fat Cow (exceeding 14cwt) not having won a prize in open competition. 1. W Turton; 2. G Handley; 3. I Mason.
Cow Calved (exceeding 11cwt). 1. John Herd; 2. J H Moore and Son; 3. R Batty.
Cow Calved (exceeding 10cwt). 1. W Metcalfe; 2. John Hogg; 3. E Hall.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 10th DECEMBER 1930
The Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association's Forty-second Annual Show, took place in the North Haymarket, to-day. This year’s show maintains the high standard set in recent years, and is considered to be the best non-pedigree show in the country. A cow was raffled during the day and the proceeds will go to charity.
J Herd won the Championship with a perfect roan cow, which won every class in which it was shown.
PRIZES
President’s Prize awarded to M Braithwaite.
Metcalfe Challenge Shield awarded to John Herd, Aigburth.
Fat Cow (exceeding 14cwt). 1. R Raw, Bootle. 2. A Joy, Garston; 3. W Herd.
Fat Cow (exceeding 14cwt) not having won a prize in open competition. 1. W Turton; 2. G Handley; 3. I Mason.
Cow Calved (exceeding 11cwt). 1. John Herd; 2. J H Moore and Son; 3. R Batty.
Cow Calved (exceeding 10cwt). 1. W Metcalfe; 2. John Hogg; 3. E Hall.
1931
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - WEDNESDAY 9th DECEMBER 1931
The annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle, initiated by the City and District Cowkeepers' Association, was opened at Stanley Cattle Market this morning by the Lord Mayor of Liverpool (Alderman J. C. Cross), who was accompanied by the Lady Mayoress, Dr. and Mrs. Gordon Gullan. &c. The entries, nearly 200 in number, more than usual, included champion dairy cows from Kendal, Penrith, Preston, Hawes, Kirby Stephen, Hellifield, and Bentham. Introducing the Lord Mayor, Dr Gullan spoke of the high standard in cattle and milk aimed at by the Cowkeepers' Association. The Lord Mayor, opening the show, remarked that it gave him great pleasure to be present, for he was always delighted to come among animals. He was, he said, born among animals, perhaps rather more vicious than at that show. He reminded his hearers that the men in charge of animals must work 366 days in the year. The Lord Mayor recalled his late father's advice: "Jimmy, when you keep any animals, keep the best and feed them on the best.” Miss Kathleen Brenkley presented bouquets to the Lady Mayoress and to Mrs. Gullan. A telegram was received from Alderman W. W. Kelly, chairman of the Markets Committee.
PRIZES
Fat Cow exceeding 14cwt. 1. W H Brickett, Edge Hill; 2. J Joy, Garston; 3. E Mercer, Walton.
Fat Cows not exceeding 14cwt. 1. W H Prickett, Edge Hill; 2. W H Hartley, Tiber Street; 3. T J Partington, Great Crosby.
Fat Cow exceeding 14cwt (not having obtained a prize in open competition). 1. H Hanson, Great Crosby; 2. Robert Raw, Bootle; 3. Samuel Redfern, Knotty Ash.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14cwt (not having obtained a prize in open competition). 1. Robert Wilson, Mossley Hill; 2. J Wolfenden, Bootle; 3. Sydney Warburton, Prescot.
Cows suitable for town dairies exceeding 12cwt. 1. Robert Raw, Bootle; 2. J W Beck, Fazakerley; 3. J W Law, Great Crosby.
Cow not exceeding 11cwt. 1. J Handley, Wavertree; 2. H Herd, Princess Park; 3. J H Moore and Sons, West Derby.
Cows not exceeding 10cwt. 1. R Batty, Grassendale; 2. W H Grace, Halewood.
Metcalfe Silver Challenge Cup for best Pair of Cows. 1. A Handley; res. M Dugdale.
President’s Prize for Best Cow awarded to J Herd.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - WEDNESDAY 9th DECEMBER 1931
The annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle, initiated by the City and District Cowkeepers' Association, was opened at Stanley Cattle Market this morning by the Lord Mayor of Liverpool (Alderman J. C. Cross), who was accompanied by the Lady Mayoress, Dr. and Mrs. Gordon Gullan. &c. The entries, nearly 200 in number, more than usual, included champion dairy cows from Kendal, Penrith, Preston, Hawes, Kirby Stephen, Hellifield, and Bentham. Introducing the Lord Mayor, Dr Gullan spoke of the high standard in cattle and milk aimed at by the Cowkeepers' Association. The Lord Mayor, opening the show, remarked that it gave him great pleasure to be present, for he was always delighted to come among animals. He was, he said, born among animals, perhaps rather more vicious than at that show. He reminded his hearers that the men in charge of animals must work 366 days in the year. The Lord Mayor recalled his late father's advice: "Jimmy, when you keep any animals, keep the best and feed them on the best.” Miss Kathleen Brenkley presented bouquets to the Lady Mayoress and to Mrs. Gullan. A telegram was received from Alderman W. W. Kelly, chairman of the Markets Committee.
PRIZES
Fat Cow exceeding 14cwt. 1. W H Brickett, Edge Hill; 2. J Joy, Garston; 3. E Mercer, Walton.
Fat Cows not exceeding 14cwt. 1. W H Prickett, Edge Hill; 2. W H Hartley, Tiber Street; 3. T J Partington, Great Crosby.
Fat Cow exceeding 14cwt (not having obtained a prize in open competition). 1. H Hanson, Great Crosby; 2. Robert Raw, Bootle; 3. Samuel Redfern, Knotty Ash.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14cwt (not having obtained a prize in open competition). 1. Robert Wilson, Mossley Hill; 2. J Wolfenden, Bootle; 3. Sydney Warburton, Prescot.
Cows suitable for town dairies exceeding 12cwt. 1. Robert Raw, Bootle; 2. J W Beck, Fazakerley; 3. J W Law, Great Crosby.
Cow not exceeding 11cwt. 1. J Handley, Wavertree; 2. H Herd, Princess Park; 3. J H Moore and Sons, West Derby.
Cows not exceeding 10cwt. 1. R Batty, Grassendale; 2. W H Grace, Halewood.
Metcalfe Silver Challenge Cup for best Pair of Cows. 1. A Handley; res. M Dugdale.
President’s Prize for Best Cow awarded to J Herd.
1932
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 14th DECEMBER 1932
To-day Stanley Cattle Market is the gathering place for all interested in fat and dairy cattle for the 44th Christmas Show of the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association. In addition to the dairy cows kept in city shippons (which themselves form a nucleus of great interest and value), there are present champions from the Christmas stock shows of the North. These hail from points as far north as Hawes and include exhibits from Hellifield, Skipton, Lancaster and Kendal. D. Gordon Gullan has been for many years president of the Cowkeepers' Association, and the exhibition was formerly held in the North Haymarket. The removal last year to the new Cattle Market at Stanley was successful, the distance out of town not deterring the visitors who are interested in such exhibits. Indeed, the attendance is largely of the agricultural, butchering. and cowkeeping fraternities, and the show is regarded by them as the great event of their year. The proceeds of the show are given to charity — a policy which has been kept up for many years, and which has been the means of raising thousands of pounds.
HOPES FOR ABATTOIR SUCCESS
This year the show has attracted the record number of 24 entries. In introducing the Lord Mayor, Councillor A. Gates, and the Lady Mayoress, Dr Gordon Gullan referred to the continued success of the show both in entries and public support. He urged that this exhibition was of great value to the city because it showed the public the high standard of dairy cattle used in the production of their milk supply. The Cowkeepers' Association always kept a high standard before them, and in the shippons and other directions eagerly utilised the latest products of science and invention.
The Lord Mayor said that the exhibition showed that the Liverpool public were safer in having milk from the Liverpool shippons than from the country. He happened to know a little about cows. He had kept them for twenty-five years and he kept them now. He complimented the cowkeepers on the efforts they had made to get a Grade-A milk in plenty for the public.
Alderman W. W. Kelly, chairman of the Markets Committee, in thanking the Lord Mayor, intimated his intention of retiring from the chairmanship at the end of the year, after twelve years' service, to give way to a younger man. The Lord Mayor, he said, had been one of their severest critics with regard to the abattoir, but before his year of office had expired he would be satisfied that it would not be the non-success the Lord Mayor had feared. But for the Irish tariff, the abattoir would have become the largest cattle market in the country and one of the greatest successes. The markets of Liverpool had contributed £200,000 to relief of rates during the past twelve years.
THE AWARDS
Fat Cow exceeding 14cwts.: 1. J Brenkley, Aigburth; 2. W H Hartley, Prince's Park; 3. W H Brickett. As above, not have previously obtained a prize: 1. G Metcalfe, Waterloo; 2. A Joy, Garston; 3. R Batty, Grassendale.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14cwts: 1. J Howson, Crosby; 2. W H Brickett: 3. Mrs T Morton, Kensington. As above, not having previously obtained a prize: 1. A Stubbs, Litherland; 2. T W Jackson, Childwall; 3. D Green, Prescot.
Fat Cow not exceeding 13cwts: 1. M Dugdale, Aigburth; 2. I Mason, Prince's Park; 3. W Parrington, Crosby. As above, not having previously obtained a prize: 1. Mrs T Morton; 2. F Thwaite, Aigburth; 3. J H Moor and Sons, West Derby.
Fat Cow not exceeding 12cwts: 1. Mrs M J Mason, Florist Street; 2. J Herd, St Michael's; 3. Mrs M Jones, Everton. As above not having previously obtained a prize:1. J Howson; 2. J Raw, Candia Street, Liverpool; 3. P Parker, Anfield.
DAIRY COWS
Cows, calved, exceeding 12cwts: 1. J Alderson, Tuebrook; 2. F Thwaite; 3 and 4. J Herd.
Cows, calved, not exceeding 12cwts: 1. E Dean and Sons, Freshfield; 2. M Dugdale, Aigburth; 3. W Herd, Prince's Park.
President's Prize for Best Cow exceeding 12cwts. (not having previously won a prize): 1. Jackson Bros, Crosby; reserve - J H Moore, West Derby.
Cows, calved, not exceeding 11cwts: W A Towers, Aigburth; 2. R Batty; 3. A Humphreys and Son, Woolton.
Metcalfe Challenge Cup for Best Dairy Cow not exceeding 12cwts: E Dean and Son; reserve - W A Towers.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 14th DECEMBER 1932
To-day Stanley Cattle Market is the gathering place for all interested in fat and dairy cattle for the 44th Christmas Show of the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association. In addition to the dairy cows kept in city shippons (which themselves form a nucleus of great interest and value), there are present champions from the Christmas stock shows of the North. These hail from points as far north as Hawes and include exhibits from Hellifield, Skipton, Lancaster and Kendal. D. Gordon Gullan has been for many years president of the Cowkeepers' Association, and the exhibition was formerly held in the North Haymarket. The removal last year to the new Cattle Market at Stanley was successful, the distance out of town not deterring the visitors who are interested in such exhibits. Indeed, the attendance is largely of the agricultural, butchering. and cowkeeping fraternities, and the show is regarded by them as the great event of their year. The proceeds of the show are given to charity — a policy which has been kept up for many years, and which has been the means of raising thousands of pounds.
HOPES FOR ABATTOIR SUCCESS
This year the show has attracted the record number of 24 entries. In introducing the Lord Mayor, Councillor A. Gates, and the Lady Mayoress, Dr Gordon Gullan referred to the continued success of the show both in entries and public support. He urged that this exhibition was of great value to the city because it showed the public the high standard of dairy cattle used in the production of their milk supply. The Cowkeepers' Association always kept a high standard before them, and in the shippons and other directions eagerly utilised the latest products of science and invention.
The Lord Mayor said that the exhibition showed that the Liverpool public were safer in having milk from the Liverpool shippons than from the country. He happened to know a little about cows. He had kept them for twenty-five years and he kept them now. He complimented the cowkeepers on the efforts they had made to get a Grade-A milk in plenty for the public.
Alderman W. W. Kelly, chairman of the Markets Committee, in thanking the Lord Mayor, intimated his intention of retiring from the chairmanship at the end of the year, after twelve years' service, to give way to a younger man. The Lord Mayor, he said, had been one of their severest critics with regard to the abattoir, but before his year of office had expired he would be satisfied that it would not be the non-success the Lord Mayor had feared. But for the Irish tariff, the abattoir would have become the largest cattle market in the country and one of the greatest successes. The markets of Liverpool had contributed £200,000 to relief of rates during the past twelve years.
THE AWARDS
Fat Cow exceeding 14cwts.: 1. J Brenkley, Aigburth; 2. W H Hartley, Prince's Park; 3. W H Brickett. As above, not have previously obtained a prize: 1. G Metcalfe, Waterloo; 2. A Joy, Garston; 3. R Batty, Grassendale.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14cwts: 1. J Howson, Crosby; 2. W H Brickett: 3. Mrs T Morton, Kensington. As above, not having previously obtained a prize: 1. A Stubbs, Litherland; 2. T W Jackson, Childwall; 3. D Green, Prescot.
Fat Cow not exceeding 13cwts: 1. M Dugdale, Aigburth; 2. I Mason, Prince's Park; 3. W Parrington, Crosby. As above, not having previously obtained a prize: 1. Mrs T Morton; 2. F Thwaite, Aigburth; 3. J H Moor and Sons, West Derby.
Fat Cow not exceeding 12cwts: 1. Mrs M J Mason, Florist Street; 2. J Herd, St Michael's; 3. Mrs M Jones, Everton. As above not having previously obtained a prize:1. J Howson; 2. J Raw, Candia Street, Liverpool; 3. P Parker, Anfield.
DAIRY COWS
Cows, calved, exceeding 12cwts: 1. J Alderson, Tuebrook; 2. F Thwaite; 3 and 4. J Herd.
Cows, calved, not exceeding 12cwts: 1. E Dean and Sons, Freshfield; 2. M Dugdale, Aigburth; 3. W Herd, Prince's Park.
President's Prize for Best Cow exceeding 12cwts. (not having previously won a prize): 1. Jackson Bros, Crosby; reserve - J H Moore, West Derby.
Cows, calved, not exceeding 11cwts: W A Towers, Aigburth; 2. R Batty; 3. A Humphreys and Son, Woolton.
Metcalfe Challenge Cup for Best Dairy Cow not exceeding 12cwts: E Dean and Son; reserve - W A Towers.
1933
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - WEDNESDAY 13th DECEMBER 1933
Liverpool's contented cows from the shippons of members of the Liverpool, and District Cowkeepers' Association quickly became discontented at the 45th annual show to-day, in the new Liverpool Abattoir, when the experiment of playing gramophone records through a microphone was tried. Their mournful "moos" hardly synchronised with the lively dance tune that was played, although their drovers found the music a great help on a cold morning as they plied their brushes in time to the tune.
The entries totalled 227, about the same as last year, and the standard was again extremely high. The opening ceremony was performed by Councillor John Waterworth, chairman of the Liverpool Markets Committee, deputising for the Lord Mayor, who is to attend later in the day. He was accompanied by Dr B T J Glover, assistant M.O.H., Captain Harper, market superintendent, and Mr J D Allan, chief food inspector. They were received by Mr John Foster, chairman of the Cowkeepers' Association, and Mr Thwaite, vice- chairman. In declaring the show open, Councillor Waterworth congratulated the Cowkeepers' Association upon the magnificent show of cattle. Every year, he said, the finest cattle in the North of England were shown in the dairy class, and the fat cattle classes demonstrated how well-kept the animals were in the shippons of Liverpool. The Medical Officer of Health's department was very proud of the excellent supply of pure milk obtained from the 3,500 cows in the shippons of Liverpool. Today's show would demonstrate to the public that their milk supply came from the finest cattle that could be purchased.
Dr Glover also congratulated the cowkeepers upon the magnificent condition of the animals. "If the rest of the country follow the lead given by Liverpool and produce animals in this condition,” he said, "our worries as a health department on the question of tuberculosis in cows will not be so great."
The championship awards for the best cattle in the show went to D Green, Parkside Dairy, Knowsley, for the best fat cow, and to W A Towers, of Beechwood Farm, Aigburth, for the best dairy cow. Awards were as follow:
FAT COWS
Exceeding 14cwts - 1. D Green, Knowsley; 2. A Williams, Liverpool; 3. G Metcalfe, Waterloo.
Not exceeding 14cwts - 1. T Parrington, Great Crosby; 2. T Stainton, Liverpool; 3. R Barber, Walton.
Not exceeding 13cwts - 1. R Thwaite, Liverpool; 2. T H Deville, Stonycroft; 3. J W Beck, Fazakerley.
Not exceeding 12cwts - 1. Mrs M J Mason; 2. Mrs T Morton, Liverpool; 3. J C Davidson, Garston.
Not exceeding 11cwts - 1. J Howson, Great Crosby; 2. Dinsdale and Hall, Aughton; 3. Mrs A Gaddas, Everton.
DAIRY COWS IN MILK OR CALF
Exceeding 12cwts - 1. E Hall, Great Crosby; 2. J Farrer, Tuebrook; 3. J Alderson, Tuebrook.
Not exceeding 12cwts - A Humphries, Woolton; 2. J Herd, Liverpool; 3. R Taylor, Otterspool.
Not exceeding 11cwts - 1 and 3. W Towers, Aigburth; 2. J Farrer.
Not exceeding 10cwts - 1. Mrs M J Mason, Liverpool; 2. C F Swinbank, Anfield; 3. S Thwaite, Liverpool.
Metcalfe Challenge Shield for best Dairy Cow in restricted classes - W Towers
Best Farmer's Cow - 1. M I Dugdale, Liverpool; 2. W Herd, Liverpool; 3. Jackson Bros., Great Crosby.
Best Cow in Calf - 1. W A Towers; 2. M L Dugdale.
Cow in Calf (cattle dealers only) - 1. F Wood, Liverpool; 2 and 3 R Scarr, Sedbergh.
Cow in Calf, any weight - 1. S Thwaite; 2. J H Moor and Son, West Derby; 3. R Batty, Liverpool.
Cow in Calf (open to UK) - 1. W A Towers; 2. E Hall; 3. A Humphries and Son, Woolton.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - WEDNESDAY 13th DECEMBER 1933
Liverpool's contented cows from the shippons of members of the Liverpool, and District Cowkeepers' Association quickly became discontented at the 45th annual show to-day, in the new Liverpool Abattoir, when the experiment of playing gramophone records through a microphone was tried. Their mournful "moos" hardly synchronised with the lively dance tune that was played, although their drovers found the music a great help on a cold morning as they plied their brushes in time to the tune.
The entries totalled 227, about the same as last year, and the standard was again extremely high. The opening ceremony was performed by Councillor John Waterworth, chairman of the Liverpool Markets Committee, deputising for the Lord Mayor, who is to attend later in the day. He was accompanied by Dr B T J Glover, assistant M.O.H., Captain Harper, market superintendent, and Mr J D Allan, chief food inspector. They were received by Mr John Foster, chairman of the Cowkeepers' Association, and Mr Thwaite, vice- chairman. In declaring the show open, Councillor Waterworth congratulated the Cowkeepers' Association upon the magnificent show of cattle. Every year, he said, the finest cattle in the North of England were shown in the dairy class, and the fat cattle classes demonstrated how well-kept the animals were in the shippons of Liverpool. The Medical Officer of Health's department was very proud of the excellent supply of pure milk obtained from the 3,500 cows in the shippons of Liverpool. Today's show would demonstrate to the public that their milk supply came from the finest cattle that could be purchased.
Dr Glover also congratulated the cowkeepers upon the magnificent condition of the animals. "If the rest of the country follow the lead given by Liverpool and produce animals in this condition,” he said, "our worries as a health department on the question of tuberculosis in cows will not be so great."
The championship awards for the best cattle in the show went to D Green, Parkside Dairy, Knowsley, for the best fat cow, and to W A Towers, of Beechwood Farm, Aigburth, for the best dairy cow. Awards were as follow:
FAT COWS
Exceeding 14cwts - 1. D Green, Knowsley; 2. A Williams, Liverpool; 3. G Metcalfe, Waterloo.
Not exceeding 14cwts - 1. T Parrington, Great Crosby; 2. T Stainton, Liverpool; 3. R Barber, Walton.
Not exceeding 13cwts - 1. R Thwaite, Liverpool; 2. T H Deville, Stonycroft; 3. J W Beck, Fazakerley.
Not exceeding 12cwts - 1. Mrs M J Mason; 2. Mrs T Morton, Liverpool; 3. J C Davidson, Garston.
Not exceeding 11cwts - 1. J Howson, Great Crosby; 2. Dinsdale and Hall, Aughton; 3. Mrs A Gaddas, Everton.
DAIRY COWS IN MILK OR CALF
Exceeding 12cwts - 1. E Hall, Great Crosby; 2. J Farrer, Tuebrook; 3. J Alderson, Tuebrook.
Not exceeding 12cwts - A Humphries, Woolton; 2. J Herd, Liverpool; 3. R Taylor, Otterspool.
Not exceeding 11cwts - 1 and 3. W Towers, Aigburth; 2. J Farrer.
Not exceeding 10cwts - 1. Mrs M J Mason, Liverpool; 2. C F Swinbank, Anfield; 3. S Thwaite, Liverpool.
Metcalfe Challenge Shield for best Dairy Cow in restricted classes - W Towers
Best Farmer's Cow - 1. M I Dugdale, Liverpool; 2. W Herd, Liverpool; 3. Jackson Bros., Great Crosby.
Best Cow in Calf - 1. W A Towers; 2. M L Dugdale.
Cow in Calf (cattle dealers only) - 1. F Wood, Liverpool; 2 and 3 R Scarr, Sedbergh.
Cow in Calf, any weight - 1. S Thwaite; 2. J H Moor and Son, West Derby; 3. R Batty, Liverpool.
Cow in Calf (open to UK) - 1. W A Towers; 2. E Hall; 3. A Humphries and Son, Woolton.
1934
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 5th DECEMBER 1934
At today's cattle show six cups and prize money totalling over £5OO, were competed for at the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association's 46th Annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle at the cattle market, Stanley Abattoir, today. There were twenty classes and 41 extra prizes, 22 of which were for fat cows, and the remaining for dairy. The entries numbered 210, and while those in the fat cattle classes were slightly down, there was an increase in the entries for dairy cows.
Among the animals entered were several champions and a number of prizewinners at other shows. The champions included those from Kirkby Stephen belonging to Mr. M. I. Dugdale and from Hawes and Lancaster. Other entrants had won prizes at Penarth and Preston. As a result of last year's show £7OO went to local charities, and this year an effort is being made for a similar cause.
When the Lord Mayor (Alderman F. T. Richardson), accompanied by the Lady Mayoress, arrived at the abattoir to open the show, he was received by Mr. J. W. Foster, the chairman of the association, in the absence of the president, Dr. A. Gordon Gullan, who is unwell. Others present were:— J. Waterworth, chairman of the Markets Committee. and Mrs. Waterworth, Alderman Muirhead, Councillor Broan Hoer, Councillor J. Butterfield, Mr. A. D. Harper, market superintendent, and Mr. A. W. Pillers, chief veterinary officer.
The Lord Mayor then told a story of how, on one occasion, he bought a calf for 2s 6d. and later made a profit of 6d on it. I remember, some years ago, at Bedford cattle market I bought a calf for 2s 6d, but I don't think It was a pedigree calf. My uncle asked me what I was going to do with it, and when I said he would have to look after it for me he said he would not have it on his field. That was all I knew about cattle. However, I resold it for 3s.
In complimenting the association, the Lord Mayor said the judges had told him that this was the best they had been to this year. That was something of which they could be proud, and he hoped they would do their best to keep Liverpool on top in this connection. The Lady Mayoress was presented with a bouquet by Miss Minnie Thwaite, the eight—year—old granddaughter of Mr. Richard Thwaite, vice—chairman of the association. The championship in the fat cow classes was won by Mr. W. Herd, of 36 Greta—Street, Liverpool; the reserve champion being Mr. J. Hogg, jun., of 3, Little Parkfield Road, Liverpool.
THE AWARDS
FAT CLASSES
Fat Cow, exceeding 14 cwts — 1. William Herd, 36 Greta Street, Liverpool; 2. I Mason, 53 High Park Street, Liverpool; 3. R Thwaite, 53 Annerley Street, Liverpool.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14 cwts — 1. J Hogg, 3 Little Parkfield Road, Liverpool; 2. John Evans, Barn Hey Farm, Tarbock; 3. Thomas Stainton, 67 Bridge Road, Litherland.
Cow not exceeding 13 cwts – 1. J Ampley, Prince Alfred Road, Wavertree; 2. E Harper, Lower Breck Road, Anfield; 3. T H Deville, Moss Farm Dairy, Stoneycroft.
Cow not exceeding 12 cwts — 1. J Lack, Marlborough Road, Tuebrook; 2. Mrs E Owen, Ellison Street, Everton; 3. E Hall, St. Luke's Road. Great Crosby.
Cow not exceeding 11 cwts — 1. W Herd; 2. T H Burns, Bedford Road, Walton; 3. W R Marks, North Hill Street, Liverpool.
Cow in milk or in calf most suitable for dairy purposes (cattle dealers only) — 1. J Whitefield, Kirkby Lonsdale; 2. G Ingham and Sons, Stanley Road, Bootle 3. M Whitfield, Brown Street, Bootle.
Cow in calf, any weight — 1. R Batty; 2. C Pawson, Brookhill Road, Bootle; 3. W Herd.
ASSOCIATION CLASSES
Fat Cow exceeding 14 cwts — 1. C Pawson, 1 Brookhill Road, Bootle; 2. S F Lambert, 33 Holt Road, Liverpool; 3. J Handley, Prince Alfred Road, Wavertree.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14 cwts — 1. R Swinbank jun., 1 Hampson Street, Anfield; 2. G Handley, 24 Balfour Road, Bootle; 3. S Allen, Russian Drive, Stoneycroft.
Cow not exceeding 13 cwts — 1. Mrs M J Mason, 34 Florist Street, Liverpool; 2. J Alderson, 22 Clifton Road East, Tuebrook; 3. Jackson Bros., 64 Cambridge Avenue, Great Crosby.
Cow, not exceeding 12 cwts — 1. J E and R Batty, Whitehouse Farm, Cressington; 2. J Hogg, 3 Little Parkfield Road, Liverpool.
DAIRY CLASSES
Cow, calved, exceeding 12 cwts — 1. I Dugdale, Woodend Farm, Aigburth; 2. J H Moor and Son, Beech Farm, West Derby; 3. S R Swinbank, 98 New Road, Tuebrook.
Cow, calved, not exceeding 12 cwts — 1. M I Dugdale; 2. E Hall, 36 St Luke's Road, Great Crosby; 3. W Herd, 36 Greta Street, Liverpool.
Cow, calved, not exceeding 11 cwts — 1. G Metcalfe, 42 Handfield Road, Waterloo; 2. Robert Batty, Grassendale Farm, Liverpool; 3. J Breakley, 71 Ancaster Road, Liverpool.
Cow, calved, not exceeding 10 cwts — 1. Mrs M J Mason: 2. E Hall; 3. W Partington, Carnegie Avenue, Great Crosby.
Farmer's Cow, in milk or in calf — 1. and 3. W H Grace, Court Farm, Halewood; 2. R Batty, Grassendale Farm, Liverpool.
Cow in calf or in milk (Liverpool and District Farmers' Club) — 1. I M Dugdale; 2. W H Prickett, Ivy Farm, Gateacre; 3. Jackson Bros.
Cow in milk or in calf most suitable for dairy purposes (cattle dealers only) — 1. Mrs A Gaddas, 5 Priory Grove, Everton.
Cow, not exceeding 11 cwts — 1. W A Towers, Beechwood Farm, Aigburth; 2. Dinsdale and Hall, Winifred Farm, Aughton; 3. E R Hudson, Lovat Street, Edge Hill.
SPECIALS
President's Prize — John Herd, 48 Alwyn Street.
Metcalfe Challenge Cup (winner receiving a gold medal) — M I Dugdale.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 5th DECEMBER 1934
At today's cattle show six cups and prize money totalling over £5OO, were competed for at the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers' Association's 46th Annual Christmas show of fat and dairy cattle at the cattle market, Stanley Abattoir, today. There were twenty classes and 41 extra prizes, 22 of which were for fat cows, and the remaining for dairy. The entries numbered 210, and while those in the fat cattle classes were slightly down, there was an increase in the entries for dairy cows.
Among the animals entered were several champions and a number of prizewinners at other shows. The champions included those from Kirkby Stephen belonging to Mr. M. I. Dugdale and from Hawes and Lancaster. Other entrants had won prizes at Penarth and Preston. As a result of last year's show £7OO went to local charities, and this year an effort is being made for a similar cause.
When the Lord Mayor (Alderman F. T. Richardson), accompanied by the Lady Mayoress, arrived at the abattoir to open the show, he was received by Mr. J. W. Foster, the chairman of the association, in the absence of the president, Dr. A. Gordon Gullan, who is unwell. Others present were:— J. Waterworth, chairman of the Markets Committee. and Mrs. Waterworth, Alderman Muirhead, Councillor Broan Hoer, Councillor J. Butterfield, Mr. A. D. Harper, market superintendent, and Mr. A. W. Pillers, chief veterinary officer.
The Lord Mayor then told a story of how, on one occasion, he bought a calf for 2s 6d. and later made a profit of 6d on it. I remember, some years ago, at Bedford cattle market I bought a calf for 2s 6d, but I don't think It was a pedigree calf. My uncle asked me what I was going to do with it, and when I said he would have to look after it for me he said he would not have it on his field. That was all I knew about cattle. However, I resold it for 3s.
In complimenting the association, the Lord Mayor said the judges had told him that this was the best they had been to this year. That was something of which they could be proud, and he hoped they would do their best to keep Liverpool on top in this connection. The Lady Mayoress was presented with a bouquet by Miss Minnie Thwaite, the eight—year—old granddaughter of Mr. Richard Thwaite, vice—chairman of the association. The championship in the fat cow classes was won by Mr. W. Herd, of 36 Greta—Street, Liverpool; the reserve champion being Mr. J. Hogg, jun., of 3, Little Parkfield Road, Liverpool.
THE AWARDS
FAT CLASSES
Fat Cow, exceeding 14 cwts — 1. William Herd, 36 Greta Street, Liverpool; 2. I Mason, 53 High Park Street, Liverpool; 3. R Thwaite, 53 Annerley Street, Liverpool.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14 cwts — 1. J Hogg, 3 Little Parkfield Road, Liverpool; 2. John Evans, Barn Hey Farm, Tarbock; 3. Thomas Stainton, 67 Bridge Road, Litherland.
Cow not exceeding 13 cwts – 1. J Ampley, Prince Alfred Road, Wavertree; 2. E Harper, Lower Breck Road, Anfield; 3. T H Deville, Moss Farm Dairy, Stoneycroft.
Cow not exceeding 12 cwts — 1. J Lack, Marlborough Road, Tuebrook; 2. Mrs E Owen, Ellison Street, Everton; 3. E Hall, St. Luke's Road. Great Crosby.
Cow not exceeding 11 cwts — 1. W Herd; 2. T H Burns, Bedford Road, Walton; 3. W R Marks, North Hill Street, Liverpool.
Cow in milk or in calf most suitable for dairy purposes (cattle dealers only) — 1. J Whitefield, Kirkby Lonsdale; 2. G Ingham and Sons, Stanley Road, Bootle 3. M Whitfield, Brown Street, Bootle.
Cow in calf, any weight — 1. R Batty; 2. C Pawson, Brookhill Road, Bootle; 3. W Herd.
ASSOCIATION CLASSES
Fat Cow exceeding 14 cwts — 1. C Pawson, 1 Brookhill Road, Bootle; 2. S F Lambert, 33 Holt Road, Liverpool; 3. J Handley, Prince Alfred Road, Wavertree.
Fat Cow not exceeding 14 cwts — 1. R Swinbank jun., 1 Hampson Street, Anfield; 2. G Handley, 24 Balfour Road, Bootle; 3. S Allen, Russian Drive, Stoneycroft.
Cow not exceeding 13 cwts — 1. Mrs M J Mason, 34 Florist Street, Liverpool; 2. J Alderson, 22 Clifton Road East, Tuebrook; 3. Jackson Bros., 64 Cambridge Avenue, Great Crosby.
Cow, not exceeding 12 cwts — 1. J E and R Batty, Whitehouse Farm, Cressington; 2. J Hogg, 3 Little Parkfield Road, Liverpool.
DAIRY CLASSES
Cow, calved, exceeding 12 cwts — 1. I Dugdale, Woodend Farm, Aigburth; 2. J H Moor and Son, Beech Farm, West Derby; 3. S R Swinbank, 98 New Road, Tuebrook.
Cow, calved, not exceeding 12 cwts — 1. M I Dugdale; 2. E Hall, 36 St Luke's Road, Great Crosby; 3. W Herd, 36 Greta Street, Liverpool.
Cow, calved, not exceeding 11 cwts — 1. G Metcalfe, 42 Handfield Road, Waterloo; 2. Robert Batty, Grassendale Farm, Liverpool; 3. J Breakley, 71 Ancaster Road, Liverpool.
Cow, calved, not exceeding 10 cwts — 1. Mrs M J Mason: 2. E Hall; 3. W Partington, Carnegie Avenue, Great Crosby.
Farmer's Cow, in milk or in calf — 1. and 3. W H Grace, Court Farm, Halewood; 2. R Batty, Grassendale Farm, Liverpool.
Cow in calf or in milk (Liverpool and District Farmers' Club) — 1. I M Dugdale; 2. W H Prickett, Ivy Farm, Gateacre; 3. Jackson Bros.
Cow in milk or in calf most suitable for dairy purposes (cattle dealers only) — 1. Mrs A Gaddas, 5 Priory Grove, Everton.
Cow, not exceeding 11 cwts — 1. W A Towers, Beechwood Farm, Aigburth; 2. Dinsdale and Hall, Winifred Farm, Aughton; 3. E R Hudson, Lovat Street, Edge Hill.
SPECIALS
President's Prize — John Herd, 48 Alwyn Street.
Metcalfe Challenge Cup (winner receiving a gold medal) — M I Dugdale.
1935
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 11th DECEMBER 1935
At the Liverpool City Abattoirs, or Stanley Cattle Market, Prescot Road, the Lord Mayor (Mr R J Hall), to-day, declared open the biggest two-day show of Christmas cattle ever held in the North of England. The tiny show inaugurated over forty years ago by the Liverpool Cowkeepers' Association, mainly to display the " hidden herds" from the shippons within the city, has this year blossomed out into a full dress fatstock show at which dairy cattle, bullocks, heifers, calves, sheep, and bacon pigs are exhibited. This has been made possible by the formation of a new organisation, the Liverpool and District Livestock Society, which is supported by the Corporation, the Dairy Farmers Association, the Farmers’ Club, the National Farmers' Union, and the Butchers' Association. Lord Derby, the president, has presented a silver cup for the best beast.
The prizes total £600, a number of silver trophies are to be awarded, and a Daily Post gold medal is also in the prize list. There are sixty-two classes, and the entries, which total over 500, come from the North of England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland. A splendid entry has been secured from Wales and it is thought that the easy means of transport melded by the Mersey Tunnel has induced the Welsh farmers to enter their stock.
The Lord Mayor, who was received by Councillor J. Waterworth and Alderman J. Bennett, chairman and vice-chairman of the new society, toured the judging rings in a huge marquee outside the Cattle Market proper. From the auctioneers rostrum the Lord Mayor formally declared the show open. The quality of the exhibits he had seen, said the Lord Mayor, were a cheerful indication of better times for the farmer, and an equally good time for the meat salesmen. The aim of the industry was to specialise in the early maturity of fat stock, and he understood they had succeeded in reducing the maturity period from six or seven years to two or three. The early maturing period had beer aided by the scientific manufacture of feeling stuff, which was carried out on a gigantic scale in Liverpool and employed a great number of people. The feeding stuffs manufactured in the Merseyside factories were of the highest quality.
He was glad to see the dairy farmers and the cowkeepers well represented, because it was important that they should retain an interest in the new society. Of the total quantity of milk required in Liverpool, only one-third was supplied by producers within a radius of ten miles from where they were standing, and he would like to see that share increased. "I believe the dairy farmers in that radius are capable of meeting that supply," continued the Lord Mayor, "and it is well known that the quality of milk supplied by them is one that we have every confidence in. I sincerely predict that in the near future there will be only one quality available, and that will be of the TT grade."
AWARDS FOR DAIRY CATTLE
Registered to Liverpool and District Dairy Farmers' Association
Fat Cow, exceeding 14cwt. 1. R Thwaite, Annerley Street; 2. S Thwaite, Aigburth Road; 3. J Hogg junior, Little Parkfield Road.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14 cwt. 1. E Harper, Lower Breck Road; 2. J Harper, Chestnut Grove; 3. S Thwaite.
Cow, calved, exceeding 12cwt. 1. W A Towers, Grassendale; 2. J. Farrer, Tuebrook; 3. R Batty, Grassendale.
Cow, calved, not exceeding 12cwt. 1. M I Dugdale, Grassendale; 2. R Batty 3. R Taylor, Otterspool Farm.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 13cwt. 1. F Wood, Smithdown Road; 2. Mrs E Oldham, Hightown; 3. E Dean and Sons, Freshfield.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 12cwt. 1. W Jackson, Childwall House Farm; 2. Mrs Stubbs, Litherland; 3. W H Prickett, Gateacre.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 11cwt. 1. W Herd, Aigburth Road; 2. T G Harper, Liverpool; 3. J Leck, Tuebrook.
Fat Cow (open to UK). 1. R Thwaite; 2. R Raw; 3. W Herd.
Cow, calved, not exceeding 10cwt. 1. E Hall, Great Crosby; 2. E Harper, Anfield; 3. J Taylor, Tuebrook.
Best Veal Calf. 1. A Samuels, Marford; 2. E Hall; 3. W Metcalfe. Liverpool.
AS REPORTED IN THE LANCASHIRE EVENING POST - WEDNESDAY 11th DECEMBER 1935
The Liverpool Cow Keepers’ famous Christmas show of dairy stock was held today under new auspices. The Cow Keepers, who have changed their title to the Liverpool and District Dairy Farmers' Association, have combined with the Farmers’ Club and Wholesale Meat Traders' Association and the Corporation Markets Committee, in the promotion of a two days' exhibition embracing other classes of stock. As usual, there was a magnificent display of commercial dairy cattle, and the judging was witnessed by farmers and dealers drawn from all parts of the North-Western and Midland counties. A number of champions and other prize-winners at preceding Christmas shows were in rivalry.
Cows over 12cwt: Mr. W. A. Towers was first with a Kendal winner, Mr. J. Farrer second with the Hellifield champion, and Mr. R. Batty third with the first prize-winner in heavyweights in milk at Lancaster.
Cows under 12cwt: Mr. M. Dugdale led with a cow of outstanding merit, brought out for the first time this season. On the verdict of Mr. R. Capstick, of Garstang, the referee, Mr. R. Batty beat Mr. R. Taylor for second place with a light roan that was second in heavyweights at Preston on Friday, and was the cup winner at the Lancashire Milk Recorders’ show. Mr. R. Taylor also secured fourth place with the Penrith champion.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 11th DECEMBER 1935
At the Liverpool City Abattoirs, or Stanley Cattle Market, Prescot Road, the Lord Mayor (Mr R J Hall), to-day, declared open the biggest two-day show of Christmas cattle ever held in the North of England. The tiny show inaugurated over forty years ago by the Liverpool Cowkeepers' Association, mainly to display the " hidden herds" from the shippons within the city, has this year blossomed out into a full dress fatstock show at which dairy cattle, bullocks, heifers, calves, sheep, and bacon pigs are exhibited. This has been made possible by the formation of a new organisation, the Liverpool and District Livestock Society, which is supported by the Corporation, the Dairy Farmers Association, the Farmers’ Club, the National Farmers' Union, and the Butchers' Association. Lord Derby, the president, has presented a silver cup for the best beast.
The prizes total £600, a number of silver trophies are to be awarded, and a Daily Post gold medal is also in the prize list. There are sixty-two classes, and the entries, which total over 500, come from the North of England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland. A splendid entry has been secured from Wales and it is thought that the easy means of transport melded by the Mersey Tunnel has induced the Welsh farmers to enter their stock.
The Lord Mayor, who was received by Councillor J. Waterworth and Alderman J. Bennett, chairman and vice-chairman of the new society, toured the judging rings in a huge marquee outside the Cattle Market proper. From the auctioneers rostrum the Lord Mayor formally declared the show open. The quality of the exhibits he had seen, said the Lord Mayor, were a cheerful indication of better times for the farmer, and an equally good time for the meat salesmen. The aim of the industry was to specialise in the early maturity of fat stock, and he understood they had succeeded in reducing the maturity period from six or seven years to two or three. The early maturing period had beer aided by the scientific manufacture of feeling stuff, which was carried out on a gigantic scale in Liverpool and employed a great number of people. The feeding stuffs manufactured in the Merseyside factories were of the highest quality.
He was glad to see the dairy farmers and the cowkeepers well represented, because it was important that they should retain an interest in the new society. Of the total quantity of milk required in Liverpool, only one-third was supplied by producers within a radius of ten miles from where they were standing, and he would like to see that share increased. "I believe the dairy farmers in that radius are capable of meeting that supply," continued the Lord Mayor, "and it is well known that the quality of milk supplied by them is one that we have every confidence in. I sincerely predict that in the near future there will be only one quality available, and that will be of the TT grade."
AWARDS FOR DAIRY CATTLE
Registered to Liverpool and District Dairy Farmers' Association
Fat Cow, exceeding 14cwt. 1. R Thwaite, Annerley Street; 2. S Thwaite, Aigburth Road; 3. J Hogg junior, Little Parkfield Road.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 14 cwt. 1. E Harper, Lower Breck Road; 2. J Harper, Chestnut Grove; 3. S Thwaite.
Cow, calved, exceeding 12cwt. 1. W A Towers, Grassendale; 2. J. Farrer, Tuebrook; 3. R Batty, Grassendale.
Cow, calved, not exceeding 12cwt. 1. M I Dugdale, Grassendale; 2. R Batty 3. R Taylor, Otterspool Farm.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 13cwt. 1. F Wood, Smithdown Road; 2. Mrs E Oldham, Hightown; 3. E Dean and Sons, Freshfield.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 12cwt. 1. W Jackson, Childwall House Farm; 2. Mrs Stubbs, Litherland; 3. W H Prickett, Gateacre.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 11cwt. 1. W Herd, Aigburth Road; 2. T G Harper, Liverpool; 3. J Leck, Tuebrook.
Fat Cow (open to UK). 1. R Thwaite; 2. R Raw; 3. W Herd.
Cow, calved, not exceeding 10cwt. 1. E Hall, Great Crosby; 2. E Harper, Anfield; 3. J Taylor, Tuebrook.
Best Veal Calf. 1. A Samuels, Marford; 2. E Hall; 3. W Metcalfe. Liverpool.
AS REPORTED IN THE LANCASHIRE EVENING POST - WEDNESDAY 11th DECEMBER 1935
The Liverpool Cow Keepers’ famous Christmas show of dairy stock was held today under new auspices. The Cow Keepers, who have changed their title to the Liverpool and District Dairy Farmers' Association, have combined with the Farmers’ Club and Wholesale Meat Traders' Association and the Corporation Markets Committee, in the promotion of a two days' exhibition embracing other classes of stock. As usual, there was a magnificent display of commercial dairy cattle, and the judging was witnessed by farmers and dealers drawn from all parts of the North-Western and Midland counties. A number of champions and other prize-winners at preceding Christmas shows were in rivalry.
Cows over 12cwt: Mr. W. A. Towers was first with a Kendal winner, Mr. J. Farrer second with the Hellifield champion, and Mr. R. Batty third with the first prize-winner in heavyweights in milk at Lancaster.
Cows under 12cwt: Mr. M. Dugdale led with a cow of outstanding merit, brought out for the first time this season. On the verdict of Mr. R. Capstick, of Garstang, the referee, Mr. R. Batty beat Mr. R. Taylor for second place with a light roan that was second in heavyweights at Preston on Friday, and was the cup winner at the Lancashire Milk Recorders’ show. Mr. R. Taylor also secured fourth place with the Penrith champion.
1936
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 9th DECEMBER 1936
Exhibitors and their dairy cattle from a wide area, due at Stanley Market, at 6 am. today, for judging in the Liverpool and District Livestock Society's Christmas Show, were slow in arriving owing to fog delays. This is the second day of the show and awards were made in the milking trials in which quality counts for points as well as the quantity of the milk.
DAIRY AWARDS
Cows, calved, exceeding 12cwt. 1. T Coulthwaite, Seaforth; 2. J Hogg, Little Parkfield Road; 3. J Howson, Moor Lane, Crosby.
Not exceeding 12cwt. 1. E Harper, Rose Lane, Mossley Hill; 2. J Handley, Wavertree; 3. R Taylor, Otterspool Farm, Aigburth.
Not exceeding 11cwt. 1. R Taylor; 2. J Alderson, Tuebrook; 3. M I Dugdale, Woodend Farm, Grassendale.
Not exceeding 10cwt. 1. J Brenkley, Ancaster Road; 2. M I Dugdale; 3. R Batty, Grassendale Farm.
Metcalfe Challenge Shield awarded to E Harper
Bibby Challenge Cup awarded to J Brenkley
Cow or Heifer in Milk (farmers within 20 mile radius). 1. P H Pennington, Tarbock Green; 2. M I Dugdale; 3. R Taylor.
Cow in calf or milk (Liverpool Farmers’ Club). 1. R Batty; 2. A Humphries and Son, Woolton; 3. M I Dugdale.
Cow suitable for dairy purposes (cattle dealers). 1. and 2. G Ingham and Sons, Stanley Road; 3. J Whitfield, Lancaster.
Cow in calf, any weight. 1. Mrs E Townley, Whitefield Road, Everton; 2. S P Swinbank, Anfield; 3. S Thwaite, Aigburth Road.
Cow in calf or milk (UK). 1. E Harper, Mossley Hill; 2. R Taylor, Aigburth; 3. Humphries and Sons, Woolton.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 9th DECEMBER 1936
Exhibitors and their dairy cattle from a wide area, due at Stanley Market, at 6 am. today, for judging in the Liverpool and District Livestock Society's Christmas Show, were slow in arriving owing to fog delays. This is the second day of the show and awards were made in the milking trials in which quality counts for points as well as the quantity of the milk.
DAIRY AWARDS
Cows, calved, exceeding 12cwt. 1. T Coulthwaite, Seaforth; 2. J Hogg, Little Parkfield Road; 3. J Howson, Moor Lane, Crosby.
Not exceeding 12cwt. 1. E Harper, Rose Lane, Mossley Hill; 2. J Handley, Wavertree; 3. R Taylor, Otterspool Farm, Aigburth.
Not exceeding 11cwt. 1. R Taylor; 2. J Alderson, Tuebrook; 3. M I Dugdale, Woodend Farm, Grassendale.
Not exceeding 10cwt. 1. J Brenkley, Ancaster Road; 2. M I Dugdale; 3. R Batty, Grassendale Farm.
Metcalfe Challenge Shield awarded to E Harper
Bibby Challenge Cup awarded to J Brenkley
Cow or Heifer in Milk (farmers within 20 mile radius). 1. P H Pennington, Tarbock Green; 2. M I Dugdale; 3. R Taylor.
Cow in calf or milk (Liverpool Farmers’ Club). 1. R Batty; 2. A Humphries and Son, Woolton; 3. M I Dugdale.
Cow suitable for dairy purposes (cattle dealers). 1. and 2. G Ingham and Sons, Stanley Road; 3. J Whitfield, Lancaster.
Cow in calf, any weight. 1. Mrs E Townley, Whitefield Road, Everton; 2. S P Swinbank, Anfield; 3. S Thwaite, Aigburth Road.
Cow in calf or milk (UK). 1. E Harper, Mossley Hill; 2. R Taylor, Aigburth; 3. Humphries and Sons, Woolton.
1937
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - WEDNESDAY 15th DECEMBER 1937
Aristocrats Of The Dairy - Champion Animals In Liverpool Contest
Dairy cows that have become champions by virtue of successes in recent shows all over the North of England met in competition at the Christmas show of Liverpool and District Livestock Society at Stanley Market, Liverpool, to-day. Fat stock and poultry were judged yesterday, today being reserved for the appearance of aristocrats of the dairy, of which there was a total entry of 110. There were nine entries for the milking trials. In this competition, which carries with it a silver cup, the decisions are awarded on both quantity and quality of the milk. Samples have been sent to the city analyst for his report on the butter fat contents of the respective yields. A general auction of fat stock and dairy cattle will be held at the end of the day
AWARDS
Cows, carved and over 12cwt. 1. M I Dugdale, Grassendale; 2. S Thwaite, Aigburth Road; 3. C H Pennington, Tarbock Green.
Cows, carved, not over 12cwt. 1. R Thwaite, Annerley Street; 2. A Humphries and Sons, Woolton; 3. F Garden, Fazakeley.
Challenge Shield for Best Dairy Cow in above two classes presented to M I Dugdale.
Cows, calved, not over 11cwt. 1. R Thwaite; 2. A Humphries and Sons; 3. M I Dugdale.
Cows, calved, not over 10cwt. 1. S Thwaite; 2. R Taylor, Otterspool Farm; 3. J Alderson, Tuebrook.
Silver Challenge Cup for Best Dairy Cow in above two classes presented to S Thwaite.
Cow or heifer, in calf or milk (farmers within 20 mile radius). 1. Jackson Bros., Crosby; 2. C H Pennington; 3. E Harper, Rose Lane, Mossley Hill.
Cow in calf or milk (members of Liverpool Farmers’ Club). 1. S Thwaite; 2. A Humphries and Sons; 3. Jackson Bros., Fazakerley.
Cows in calf or milk (cattle dealers only). 1. M Whitfield, Brown Street, Bootle; 2. N Shinkfield, Broadgreen Road.
Cow in calf, any weight. 1. Mrs E Townley, Whitefield Road, Everton;2. S Thwaite; 3. E Sowden, Lodge Lane.
Cow in calf or milk (open to UK). 1. and 2. S Thwaite; 3. A Humphries and Sons.
Milking Trials. 1. and 2. C Lambert, Chester Road, Liverpool; 3. R Taylor.
Best Pair of Dairy Cows, in calf or milk. 1. (Richard Batty Cup) S Thwaite; 2. M I Dugdale; 3. A Humphries and Sons.
Robert Raw Challenge Cup for Shorthorn Dairy Cow (open) presented to S Thwaite.
Metcalfe Challenge Cup for Pair of Cows presented to S Thwaite; res – M I Dugdale.
Liverpool Dairy Farmers' Cup for Champion Dairy Cow in Milk presented to S Thwaite.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - WEDNESDAY 15th DECEMBER 1937
Aristocrats Of The Dairy - Champion Animals In Liverpool Contest
Dairy cows that have become champions by virtue of successes in recent shows all over the North of England met in competition at the Christmas show of Liverpool and District Livestock Society at Stanley Market, Liverpool, to-day. Fat stock and poultry were judged yesterday, today being reserved for the appearance of aristocrats of the dairy, of which there was a total entry of 110. There were nine entries for the milking trials. In this competition, which carries with it a silver cup, the decisions are awarded on both quantity and quality of the milk. Samples have been sent to the city analyst for his report on the butter fat contents of the respective yields. A general auction of fat stock and dairy cattle will be held at the end of the day
AWARDS
Cows, carved and over 12cwt. 1. M I Dugdale, Grassendale; 2. S Thwaite, Aigburth Road; 3. C H Pennington, Tarbock Green.
Cows, carved, not over 12cwt. 1. R Thwaite, Annerley Street; 2. A Humphries and Sons, Woolton; 3. F Garden, Fazakeley.
Challenge Shield for Best Dairy Cow in above two classes presented to M I Dugdale.
Cows, calved, not over 11cwt. 1. R Thwaite; 2. A Humphries and Sons; 3. M I Dugdale.
Cows, calved, not over 10cwt. 1. S Thwaite; 2. R Taylor, Otterspool Farm; 3. J Alderson, Tuebrook.
Silver Challenge Cup for Best Dairy Cow in above two classes presented to S Thwaite.
Cow or heifer, in calf or milk (farmers within 20 mile radius). 1. Jackson Bros., Crosby; 2. C H Pennington; 3. E Harper, Rose Lane, Mossley Hill.
Cow in calf or milk (members of Liverpool Farmers’ Club). 1. S Thwaite; 2. A Humphries and Sons; 3. Jackson Bros., Fazakerley.
Cows in calf or milk (cattle dealers only). 1. M Whitfield, Brown Street, Bootle; 2. N Shinkfield, Broadgreen Road.
Cow in calf, any weight. 1. Mrs E Townley, Whitefield Road, Everton;2. S Thwaite; 3. E Sowden, Lodge Lane.
Cow in calf or milk (open to UK). 1. and 2. S Thwaite; 3. A Humphries and Sons.
Milking Trials. 1. and 2. C Lambert, Chester Road, Liverpool; 3. R Taylor.
Best Pair of Dairy Cows, in calf or milk. 1. (Richard Batty Cup) S Thwaite; 2. M I Dugdale; 3. A Humphries and Sons.
Robert Raw Challenge Cup for Shorthorn Dairy Cow (open) presented to S Thwaite.
Metcalfe Challenge Cup for Pair of Cows presented to S Thwaite; res – M I Dugdale.
Liverpool Dairy Farmers' Cup for Champion Dairy Cow in Milk presented to S Thwaite.
1938
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - WEDNESDAY 14th DECEMBER 1938
CITY'S BIG ONE- DAY SHOW - Country Comes To Liverpool - £1,200 PRIZES - Exhibits Sent From A Wide Area
Liverpool's Christmas Show of fat stock and dairy cattle, with the addition of sheep, calves, pigs, poultry and even pigeons, was opened by the Lord Mayor (Alderman Sir Sydney Jones) at the Stanley Cattle Market today. For some years the show has been spread ever two days, but this year, as an experiment, it was decided to revert to a one-day event. This meant that the officials of the Liverpool and District Livestock Society, the organisers, were busier than ever, but they were rewarded by a marked increase of interest. Liverpool cowkeepers, of whom there are about 200 with " hidden herds" all over the city, were well represented in the dairy classes.
The Lord Mayor, proposing the toast of the society at the official show luncheon. said the work being done at the Corporation Abattoir was extremely encouraging and the establishment of that place had been well justified. The city was grateful for the support that had been accorded from outside Liverpool. Major Bennett, in reply, paid a tribute to hard work done in the past few months by the executive, the joint hon. secretaries (Messrs. W Herd and S Thwaite), and Mr Leslie May, manager of the city markets.
AWARDS
Dairy Cow or Heifer, in calf or milk. 1. M I Dugdale, Grassendale; 2. W Bateman; 3. S Thwaite.
Dairy Cow, in calf or milk (Liverpool and District Farmers’ Club). 1. S Thwaite; 2. R Jackson; 3. A Garton, Tarbock.
Cow in Calf, any weight. 1. W Bateman; 2. R Jackson; 3. J H Moor and Son, West Derby.
Cow in calf or milk (open). 1. and 3. J Brenkley; 2. S Thwaite.
Pair of Dairy Cows, in calf or milk. 1. J Brenkley; 2. S Thwaite; 3. W Bateman.
Liverpool Dairy Farmers’ Association
Fat Cow over 14½cwt. 1. G Smith, Caryl Street; 2. G Bargh, Carisbrooke Road, Walton. 3. J Hogg, Little Parkfield Road.
Fat Cow not over 14½cwt. 1. J Brenkley, Ancaster Road; 2. R Jackson, Cambridge Avenue, Crosby; 3. T Coulthwaite, Gladstone Road.
Dairy Cow, calved over 12cwt. 1. S Thwaite, Aigburth Road; 2. J Brenkley; 3. R Jackson.
Dairy Cow, calved not over 12cwt. 1. J Brenkley; 2. G Bargh; 3. T Jackson, Gateacre.
Dairy Cow, calved not over 11cwt. 1. T Coulthwaite; 2. W Bateman, Beechwood Road; 3. J Farrer, Clifton Road.
Dairy Cow, calved not over 10cwt. 1. J Brenkley; 2. E Dean and Sons, Deansgate Lane, Formby; 3. T Hogg, Alwyn Street.
Best Calf. 1. Master G Ingham, Stanley Road, Bootle. 2. H Dale, Counter Road, Liverpool; 3. T Coulthwaite.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - WEDNESDAY 14th DECEMBER 1938
CITY'S BIG ONE- DAY SHOW - Country Comes To Liverpool - £1,200 PRIZES - Exhibits Sent From A Wide Area
Liverpool's Christmas Show of fat stock and dairy cattle, with the addition of sheep, calves, pigs, poultry and even pigeons, was opened by the Lord Mayor (Alderman Sir Sydney Jones) at the Stanley Cattle Market today. For some years the show has been spread ever two days, but this year, as an experiment, it was decided to revert to a one-day event. This meant that the officials of the Liverpool and District Livestock Society, the organisers, were busier than ever, but they were rewarded by a marked increase of interest. Liverpool cowkeepers, of whom there are about 200 with " hidden herds" all over the city, were well represented in the dairy classes.
The Lord Mayor, proposing the toast of the society at the official show luncheon. said the work being done at the Corporation Abattoir was extremely encouraging and the establishment of that place had been well justified. The city was grateful for the support that had been accorded from outside Liverpool. Major Bennett, in reply, paid a tribute to hard work done in the past few months by the executive, the joint hon. secretaries (Messrs. W Herd and S Thwaite), and Mr Leslie May, manager of the city markets.
AWARDS
Dairy Cow or Heifer, in calf or milk. 1. M I Dugdale, Grassendale; 2. W Bateman; 3. S Thwaite.
Dairy Cow, in calf or milk (Liverpool and District Farmers’ Club). 1. S Thwaite; 2. R Jackson; 3. A Garton, Tarbock.
Cow in Calf, any weight. 1. W Bateman; 2. R Jackson; 3. J H Moor and Son, West Derby.
Cow in calf or milk (open). 1. and 3. J Brenkley; 2. S Thwaite.
Pair of Dairy Cows, in calf or milk. 1. J Brenkley; 2. S Thwaite; 3. W Bateman.
Liverpool Dairy Farmers’ Association
Fat Cow over 14½cwt. 1. G Smith, Caryl Street; 2. G Bargh, Carisbrooke Road, Walton. 3. J Hogg, Little Parkfield Road.
Fat Cow not over 14½cwt. 1. J Brenkley, Ancaster Road; 2. R Jackson, Cambridge Avenue, Crosby; 3. T Coulthwaite, Gladstone Road.
Dairy Cow, calved over 12cwt. 1. S Thwaite, Aigburth Road; 2. J Brenkley; 3. R Jackson.
Dairy Cow, calved not over 12cwt. 1. J Brenkley; 2. G Bargh; 3. T Jackson, Gateacre.
Dairy Cow, calved not over 11cwt. 1. T Coulthwaite; 2. W Bateman, Beechwood Road; 3. J Farrer, Clifton Road.
Dairy Cow, calved not over 10cwt. 1. J Brenkley; 2. E Dean and Sons, Deansgate Lane, Formby; 3. T Hogg, Alwyn Street.
Best Calf. 1. Master G Ingham, Stanley Road, Bootle. 2. H Dale, Counter Road, Liverpool; 3. T Coulthwaite.
1945
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL DAILY POST – THURSDAY 13th DECEMBER 1945
The first Christmas show of the Liverpool and District Livestock Society since 1938 was held at Stanley Cattle Market yesterday, and attracted 280 entries of non-pedigree fat and dairy cattle, calves and pigs. In the dairy cattle classes there were 159 entries, which was 50 per cent, above pre-war figures. The Ministries of Agriculture and Food gave demonstrations or offered helpful advice on all farming matters. The show was opened by the Lord Mayor (Alderman Luke Hogan), who was accompanied by the Lady Mayoress (Mrs. Hogan), Major James Bennett (chairman of the Markets Committee), and others.
AWARDS
In the butcher cattle classes Messrs. R E Pilkington Ltd., Ormskirk, won the supreme championship and the reserve bullocks and heifers, and showed the champion bullock fed by a member the Liverpool and District Farmers’ Club or St. Helens or Ormskirk branches the N.F.U. Mr T Dawson, Spon Farm Buckley, near Chester, won the championship for bullocks or heifers fed in Wales. Fat cows were a small but select lot and in this section M H England of Deysbrook Farm, West Derby, gained the championship and special prizes. Mr J Allen, of Great Crosby, being reserve and winner of special awards. Mr R Thwaite of Aigburth Road, Liverpool, was another prominent winner. Mr R Taylor, Otterspool Farm, Liverpool, made a great impression with his dairy cows, being awarded the championships for the best pair of cows in calf or milk and for the best shorthorn cow in milk. In the veal calves, Mr T W Jackson, Holt Farm, Woolton, gained a challenge cup. The milking trials were disappointment, and only Mr J Capstlck, Marlborough Road, Liverpool, gained an award (first and cup).
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL DAILY POST – THURSDAY 13th DECEMBER 1945
The first Christmas show of the Liverpool and District Livestock Society since 1938 was held at Stanley Cattle Market yesterday, and attracted 280 entries of non-pedigree fat and dairy cattle, calves and pigs. In the dairy cattle classes there were 159 entries, which was 50 per cent, above pre-war figures. The Ministries of Agriculture and Food gave demonstrations or offered helpful advice on all farming matters. The show was opened by the Lord Mayor (Alderman Luke Hogan), who was accompanied by the Lady Mayoress (Mrs. Hogan), Major James Bennett (chairman of the Markets Committee), and others.
AWARDS
In the butcher cattle classes Messrs. R E Pilkington Ltd., Ormskirk, won the supreme championship and the reserve bullocks and heifers, and showed the champion bullock fed by a member the Liverpool and District Farmers’ Club or St. Helens or Ormskirk branches the N.F.U. Mr T Dawson, Spon Farm Buckley, near Chester, won the championship for bullocks or heifers fed in Wales. Fat cows were a small but select lot and in this section M H England of Deysbrook Farm, West Derby, gained the championship and special prizes. Mr J Allen, of Great Crosby, being reserve and winner of special awards. Mr R Thwaite of Aigburth Road, Liverpool, was another prominent winner. Mr R Taylor, Otterspool Farm, Liverpool, made a great impression with his dairy cows, being awarded the championships for the best pair of cows in calf or milk and for the best shorthorn cow in milk. In the veal calves, Mr T W Jackson, Holt Farm, Woolton, gained a challenge cup. The milking trials were disappointment, and only Mr J Capstlck, Marlborough Road, Liverpool, gained an award (first and cup).
1946
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - WEDNESDAY 11th DECEMBER 1946
The sixth annual Christmas show of the Liverpool and District Livestock Society, opened by the Lord Mayor of Liverpool, Alderman W G Gregson, at Stanley Cattle Market to-day, produced 301 entries in the cattle section. Judging, which started late owing to the delayed arrival of some of the beasts, due to yesterday's fog, is expected to last all day. Entries come mainly from farmers in Lancashire, Cheshire and North Wales. A new feature this year is a judging competition for young farmers clubs of Lancashire and district. Keen interest also has been aroused in the gold medal presented by the Liverpool Daily Post, to be awarded to the local exhibitor in the livestock section who scores the highest number of points. Mr J M Eccles. Joint Hon. Secretary of the Society, told a reporter “This is the finest show of non-pedigree cattle in the country." The Lord Mayor said Liverpool had now taken the lead in shows of this kind. This was an excellent development because people were apt to fail to appreciate how much agriculture meant in their daily lives.
RESULTS
Fat Cows exceeding 13½cwt. 1. J Hogg, Willowdale Road, Fazakerley; 2. W J Newsholme; 3. C Baldwin, Park Style Farm, Liverpool.
Fat Cows not exceeding 13½cwt. 1. W R Prickett, Naylor’s Road, Gateacre; 2. R Burgess, Springfield Farm, Tarbock; 3. J Capstick, Marlborough Road, Tuebrook.
Fat Cows not exceeding 12½cwt. 1. J Cook, Jubilee House, Whiston; 2. T W Jackson, Hold Hall Farm, Gateacre; 3. Jackson Bros., Cambridge Avenue, Great Crosby.
Fat Cows not exceeding 11½cwt. 1. T W Jackson; 2. J Allen, Endbutt Lane, Great Crosby; 3. F Thwaite, Aigburth Road.
Any Weight. 1. J Brenkley, 71 Ancaster Road, Liverpool; 2. D Green, Forrest Farm, Prescot; 3. Mrs A Sayer, Lombard Street, Liverpool.
Dairy Cows, calved, exceeding 12cwt. 1. J L Hogg; 2. J Hogg, Little Parkfield Road.
Dairy Cows, calved, not exceeding 12cwt. 1. D Green; 2. J Allen; 3. T W Jackson.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO - WEDNESDAY 11th DECEMBER 1946
The sixth annual Christmas show of the Liverpool and District Livestock Society, opened by the Lord Mayor of Liverpool, Alderman W G Gregson, at Stanley Cattle Market to-day, produced 301 entries in the cattle section. Judging, which started late owing to the delayed arrival of some of the beasts, due to yesterday's fog, is expected to last all day. Entries come mainly from farmers in Lancashire, Cheshire and North Wales. A new feature this year is a judging competition for young farmers clubs of Lancashire and district. Keen interest also has been aroused in the gold medal presented by the Liverpool Daily Post, to be awarded to the local exhibitor in the livestock section who scores the highest number of points. Mr J M Eccles. Joint Hon. Secretary of the Society, told a reporter “This is the finest show of non-pedigree cattle in the country." The Lord Mayor said Liverpool had now taken the lead in shows of this kind. This was an excellent development because people were apt to fail to appreciate how much agriculture meant in their daily lives.
RESULTS
Fat Cows exceeding 13½cwt. 1. J Hogg, Willowdale Road, Fazakerley; 2. W J Newsholme; 3. C Baldwin, Park Style Farm, Liverpool.
Fat Cows not exceeding 13½cwt. 1. W R Prickett, Naylor’s Road, Gateacre; 2. R Burgess, Springfield Farm, Tarbock; 3. J Capstick, Marlborough Road, Tuebrook.
Fat Cows not exceeding 12½cwt. 1. J Cook, Jubilee House, Whiston; 2. T W Jackson, Hold Hall Farm, Gateacre; 3. Jackson Bros., Cambridge Avenue, Great Crosby.
Fat Cows not exceeding 11½cwt. 1. T W Jackson; 2. J Allen, Endbutt Lane, Great Crosby; 3. F Thwaite, Aigburth Road.
Any Weight. 1. J Brenkley, 71 Ancaster Road, Liverpool; 2. D Green, Forrest Farm, Prescot; 3. Mrs A Sayer, Lombard Street, Liverpool.
Dairy Cows, calved, exceeding 12cwt. 1. J L Hogg; 2. J Hogg, Little Parkfield Road.
Dairy Cows, calved, not exceeding 12cwt. 1. D Green; 2. J Allen; 3. T W Jackson.
1947
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 10th DECEMBER 1947
Some of the finest dairy cattle, sheep, calves, and pigs in the North-West were on show to-day at Stanley Cattle Market, Liverpool, for the seventh annual Christmas show of the Liverpool and District Livestock Society. The show, previously a two-day affair, had to be cut this year to one day. The poultry classes were cancelled, owing to the prevalence of fowl pest. Sheep classes, which have not been held for the past few years, were reintroduced to fill in the gap. The show was opened by the Lord Mayor of Liverpool (Alderman W. T. Lancashire), who commented on the excellent standard of the various entries.
AWARDS
Cow, calved, other than black and white - S Thwaite.
Cow, calved, not exceeding 11cwt. – T. W. Jackson.
Cow, calved, not exceeding 10cwt. – S Thwaite.
Cow in calf, any weight – J L Hogg.
Cow or heifer in calf or milk – G Green.
Cow in calf or milk (Liverpool Farmers’ Club) – T W Jackson.
Heifer in calf or milk (Liverpool Farmers’ Club) – Albert Jones.
Earl of Derby's tenant farmers' class for cow in calf or in milk - D Green.
Cow in calf or milk, entered by an exhibitor not owning more than 16 cows – E Hall.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 10th DECEMBER 1947
Some of the finest dairy cattle, sheep, calves, and pigs in the North-West were on show to-day at Stanley Cattle Market, Liverpool, for the seventh annual Christmas show of the Liverpool and District Livestock Society. The show, previously a two-day affair, had to be cut this year to one day. The poultry classes were cancelled, owing to the prevalence of fowl pest. Sheep classes, which have not been held for the past few years, were reintroduced to fill in the gap. The show was opened by the Lord Mayor of Liverpool (Alderman W. T. Lancashire), who commented on the excellent standard of the various entries.
AWARDS
Cow, calved, other than black and white - S Thwaite.
Cow, calved, not exceeding 11cwt. – T. W. Jackson.
Cow, calved, not exceeding 10cwt. – S Thwaite.
Cow in calf, any weight – J L Hogg.
Cow or heifer in calf or milk – G Green.
Cow in calf or milk (Liverpool Farmers’ Club) – T W Jackson.
Heifer in calf or milk (Liverpool Farmers’ Club) – Albert Jones.
Earl of Derby's tenant farmers' class for cow in calf or in milk - D Green.
Cow in calf or milk, entered by an exhibitor not owning more than 16 cows – E Hall.
1948
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 8th DECEMBER 1948
The eighth annual Christmas show of the Liverpool and District Livestock Society, today at Stanley Cattle Market, again illustrates the big advance that has been made since the society took over from the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association, who ran the shows from 1884 to 1935.
In the cattle section, which includes butchers’ beef, fat cows, dairy cows, pigs and calves, there are 315 entries – a record for the post-war shows. Competition if keen for the championships and 17 silver trophies.
Championships included:
Best Fat Cow in Show (UK) – T W Jackson, Holt Hall Farm, Gateacre.
Best Veal Calf – W H Prickett, Ivy Farm, Gateacre.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 8th DECEMBER 1948
The eighth annual Christmas show of the Liverpool and District Livestock Society, today at Stanley Cattle Market, again illustrates the big advance that has been made since the society took over from the Liverpool and District Cowkeepers’ Association, who ran the shows from 1884 to 1935.
In the cattle section, which includes butchers’ beef, fat cows, dairy cows, pigs and calves, there are 315 entries – a record for the post-war shows. Competition if keen for the championships and 17 silver trophies.
Championships included:
Best Fat Cow in Show (UK) – T W Jackson, Holt Hall Farm, Gateacre.
Best Veal Calf – W H Prickett, Ivy Farm, Gateacre.
1949
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 14th DECEMBER 1949
An Improvement in the weather brought a good attendance at the opening of the ninth annual show of the Liverpool and District Livestock Society at the Stanley Cattle Market this morning. The entries, in more than 40 classes of livestock, total nearly 300 and the prize-money amounts to £1,000, in addition to a score of challenge cups, valued at a similar sum. There are classes for fat stock and store cattle, fat and dairy cows, sheep, pigs, and calves.
FAT COWS
Classes restricted to members of the Liverpool and District Dairy Farmers’ Association or the Liverpool and District Farmers' Club.
Fat Cow, exceeding l3½cwt. 1. W H Prickett, Gateacre; 2. F Patten; 3. R. Ellison, Thornton, Liverpool.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 13cwts. 1. W H Prickett; 2. H Burgess, Tarbock. nr. Prescot; 3. E Richards, Cowl Street, Liverpool.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 12½cwt; 1. R Thwaite, Annerley Street; 2. T. Coulthwaite, Mossley Hill.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 11½cwt. 1. T Robinson, Altcar; 2. J L Hogg, Willowdale Road; 3. J Moor, Walton Breck Road.
Fat Cow, any weight, not haring won prizes. 1. H England, West Derby; 2. T. Coulthwaite; 3. H England.
Open Class: Heifer, more than four broad teeth – J Capstick, Liverpool
DAIRY COWS
Classes restricted to members of the Liverpool and District Dairy Farmers’ Association or the Liverpool and District Farmers' Club.
Cow, calved, other than black and white, exceeding 11cwts. 1. D Green, Liverpool Road, Prescot; 2. R Thwaite; 3. J Farrer, Clifton Road East, Liverpool.
Cow, calved, other than black and white, not exceeding 11cwt. 1. T L Hogg, Alwyn Street, Liverpool; 2, D Green; 3. W H Prickett.
Cow, calved, other than black and white, not exceeding l0cwt. 1. J L Hogg, Willowdale Road; 2. W H Prickett; 3. J Capstick, Marlborough Road.
Cow, calved, black and white, exceeding 11cwt. 1. S Thwaite, Aigburth Road; 2. D. Green. 3. T L Hogg.
Cow, calved, black and white, not exceeding 11cwt. 1. R Thwaite; 2. T L Hogg; 3. W H Prickett.
Cow in calf, black and white, any weight - 1. W H Prickett.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 14th DECEMBER 1949
An Improvement in the weather brought a good attendance at the opening of the ninth annual show of the Liverpool and District Livestock Society at the Stanley Cattle Market this morning. The entries, in more than 40 classes of livestock, total nearly 300 and the prize-money amounts to £1,000, in addition to a score of challenge cups, valued at a similar sum. There are classes for fat stock and store cattle, fat and dairy cows, sheep, pigs, and calves.
FAT COWS
Classes restricted to members of the Liverpool and District Dairy Farmers’ Association or the Liverpool and District Farmers' Club.
Fat Cow, exceeding l3½cwt. 1. W H Prickett, Gateacre; 2. F Patten; 3. R. Ellison, Thornton, Liverpool.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 13cwts. 1. W H Prickett; 2. H Burgess, Tarbock. nr. Prescot; 3. E Richards, Cowl Street, Liverpool.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 12½cwt; 1. R Thwaite, Annerley Street; 2. T. Coulthwaite, Mossley Hill.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 11½cwt. 1. T Robinson, Altcar; 2. J L Hogg, Willowdale Road; 3. J Moor, Walton Breck Road.
Fat Cow, any weight, not haring won prizes. 1. H England, West Derby; 2. T. Coulthwaite; 3. H England.
Open Class: Heifer, more than four broad teeth – J Capstick, Liverpool
DAIRY COWS
Classes restricted to members of the Liverpool and District Dairy Farmers’ Association or the Liverpool and District Farmers' Club.
Cow, calved, other than black and white, exceeding 11cwts. 1. D Green, Liverpool Road, Prescot; 2. R Thwaite; 3. J Farrer, Clifton Road East, Liverpool.
Cow, calved, other than black and white, not exceeding 11cwt. 1. T L Hogg, Alwyn Street, Liverpool; 2, D Green; 3. W H Prickett.
Cow, calved, other than black and white, not exceeding l0cwt. 1. J L Hogg, Willowdale Road; 2. W H Prickett; 3. J Capstick, Marlborough Road.
Cow, calved, black and white, exceeding 11cwt. 1. S Thwaite, Aigburth Road; 2. D. Green. 3. T L Hogg.
Cow, calved, black and white, not exceeding 11cwt. 1. R Thwaite; 2. T L Hogg; 3. W H Prickett.
Cow in calf, black and white, any weight - 1. W H Prickett.
1950
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 13th DECEMBER 1950
A roan bullock three times broke its halter to-day at the tenth annual Christmas Show of Liverpool and District Livestock Society. As it careered round the pens at Stanley Cattle Market, officials and visitors had to move quickly to get out of its path. The entries in 43 classes, although not a record, were 314 against 292 last year.
AWARDS
Dairy Cows and Dairy Store Cattle
Fat cow, any weight, (entered by exhibitor owning not more than 16 cows). 1. E Richards, Cowl Street; 2. W H Mitchell, Ivy Leigh, Liverpool; 3. R Ellison.
Any weight (open to UK). 1. H Newsholme; 2. W Bateman.
Pair of Store Cattle. 1. J Dawson and Son.
Classes restricted to members of the Liverpool and District Dairy Farmers’ Association or Liverpool and District Farmers’ Club.
Fat cow, exceeding 13½cwt. 1. H Newsholme, Kirkby; 2. W Bateman; 3. T Ranson, Raffles Street.
Fat cow, not exceeding 12½cwt. 1. R Ellison, Lydiate Farm, Thornton; 2. R Thwaite; 3. S Thwaite, Aigburth Road.
Cow, calved, exceeding 11cwt. 1. T Coulthwaite, Mossley Hill; 2. W Bateman, Beechwood Dairy Farm; 3. D Green, Liverpool Road, Prescot.
Cow, calved, not exceeding 10cwt. 1. D Green, Liverpool Road, Prescot; 2. J Capstick, Marlborough Road; 3. S Thwaite.
Cow not exceeding 11cwt. 1. J Capstick; 2. W H Prickett, Gateacre.
Cow, calved, not exceeding 11cwt. 1. W Bateman; 2. J L Hogg, Willowdale Road; 3. R Thwaite, Annerley Street.
Cow in calf, any weight. 1. T L Hogg, Alwyn Street; 2. W H Prickett; 3. D Green, Liverpool Road, Prescot.
Cow in calf or milk (entered by exhibitor owning not more than 16 cows) – H Sunter.
Cow, calved, black and white, not exceeding 11cwt. 1. W Bateman; 2. W H Prickett; 3. S Thwaite.
Cow in calf, black and white, any weight. 1. H Sunter, Selborne Street; 2. S Thwaite; 3. H Burgess, Tarbock.
Cow, in calf or milk. 1. W Bateman; 2. D Green; 3. J L Hogg.
Cow or heifer in calf or milk. 1. D Green; 2. S Thwaite; 3. W H Prickett.
Consolation Class. Cow in heifer in calf or milk, any weight. 1. R Thwaite; 2. J L Hogg; 3. W H Prickett.
Pair of dairy cows in calf or milk. 1. W Bateman; 2. D Green; 3. T Coulthwaite.
Pair of cows, one fat cow and one cow in milk. 1. W Bateman; 2. J Capstick; 3. T Coulthwaite.
Consolation Class. Fat cow, any weight. 1. J Capstick; 2. R Richards; 3. R Ellison.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 13th DECEMBER 1950
A roan bullock three times broke its halter to-day at the tenth annual Christmas Show of Liverpool and District Livestock Society. As it careered round the pens at Stanley Cattle Market, officials and visitors had to move quickly to get out of its path. The entries in 43 classes, although not a record, were 314 against 292 last year.
AWARDS
Dairy Cows and Dairy Store Cattle
Fat cow, any weight, (entered by exhibitor owning not more than 16 cows). 1. E Richards, Cowl Street; 2. W H Mitchell, Ivy Leigh, Liverpool; 3. R Ellison.
Any weight (open to UK). 1. H Newsholme; 2. W Bateman.
Pair of Store Cattle. 1. J Dawson and Son.
Classes restricted to members of the Liverpool and District Dairy Farmers’ Association or Liverpool and District Farmers’ Club.
Fat cow, exceeding 13½cwt. 1. H Newsholme, Kirkby; 2. W Bateman; 3. T Ranson, Raffles Street.
Fat cow, not exceeding 12½cwt. 1. R Ellison, Lydiate Farm, Thornton; 2. R Thwaite; 3. S Thwaite, Aigburth Road.
Cow, calved, exceeding 11cwt. 1. T Coulthwaite, Mossley Hill; 2. W Bateman, Beechwood Dairy Farm; 3. D Green, Liverpool Road, Prescot.
Cow, calved, not exceeding 10cwt. 1. D Green, Liverpool Road, Prescot; 2. J Capstick, Marlborough Road; 3. S Thwaite.
Cow not exceeding 11cwt. 1. J Capstick; 2. W H Prickett, Gateacre.
Cow, calved, not exceeding 11cwt. 1. W Bateman; 2. J L Hogg, Willowdale Road; 3. R Thwaite, Annerley Street.
Cow in calf, any weight. 1. T L Hogg, Alwyn Street; 2. W H Prickett; 3. D Green, Liverpool Road, Prescot.
Cow in calf or milk (entered by exhibitor owning not more than 16 cows) – H Sunter.
Cow, calved, black and white, not exceeding 11cwt. 1. W Bateman; 2. W H Prickett; 3. S Thwaite.
Cow in calf, black and white, any weight. 1. H Sunter, Selborne Street; 2. S Thwaite; 3. H Burgess, Tarbock.
Cow, in calf or milk. 1. W Bateman; 2. D Green; 3. J L Hogg.
Cow or heifer in calf or milk. 1. D Green; 2. S Thwaite; 3. W H Prickett.
Consolation Class. Cow in heifer in calf or milk, any weight. 1. R Thwaite; 2. J L Hogg; 3. W H Prickett.
Pair of dairy cows in calf or milk. 1. W Bateman; 2. D Green; 3. T Coulthwaite.
Pair of cows, one fat cow and one cow in milk. 1. W Bateman; 2. J Capstick; 3. T Coulthwaite.
Consolation Class. Fat cow, any weight. 1. J Capstick; 2. R Richards; 3. R Ellison.
1951
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 12th DECEMBER 1951
The eleventh Liverpool Christmas fat stock show, which was opened by Alderman A F Sherman, has attracted a larger entry than last year. There are 415 animals, most of them destined for the Christmas dinner tables of Merseyside, Lancashire, and Cheshire. Last year there were only 379. Larger crowds than ever were also expected at today's show. This year again it has been Impossible for the society to include the poultry section because of the Government ban owing to fowl pest. Prizes worth a total of £2,000 were being distributed among the dairy cow section, which has again brought the largest number of entries despite a drop from last year’s 140 to 83 this year.
Fat Cows
Fat Cows exceeding 13½cwt. 1. W Bateman, Grassendale; 2. R Ellison, Thornton; 3. H Newsholme, Kirkby.
Fat Cows not exceeding 13½cwt. 1. W Bateman; 2. W H Prickett, Gateacre; 3. T Pollock, Liverpool.
Fat Cows exceeding 12½cwt. 1. W R Sedgwick, Liverpool.
Fat Cows exceeding 11½cwt. 1. R Thwaite; 2. N Bramwell.
Fat Cow, any weight, having not won a prize. 1. H Winstanley, Warrington; 2. J Capstick; 3. E Richards.
Fat Cow, any weight (entered by exhibitor not owning more than 16 cows). 1. W Bateman; 2. R Ellison, Thornton; 3. W Bateman.
Fat Cow, any weight (open to UK). 1. W Bateman; 2. R Ellison; 3. H Newsholme.
Silver Challenge Cup for best fat cow in show awarded to W Bateman of Beechwood Dairy Farm, Grassendale.
Dairy Cows
Cow, calved exceeding 11cwt. 1. W H Prickett; 2. J Capstick; 3. D Green, Prescot.
Cow, calved not exceeding 11cwt. 1. J L Hogg; 2. W H Prickett.
Cow, calved not exceeding 10cwt. 1. E Richards; 2. J B Capstick and Son, Fazakerley; 3. W H Prickett.
Cow, calved, black and white, not exceeding 11cwt. 1. D Green, Prescot; 2. W H Prickett, Gateacre.
Cow in calf, black and white, any weight. 1. J Capstick; 2. R Ellison; 3. W H Prickett.
Cow or heifer, in calf or milk, not entered in any other class. 1. A Wright; 2. W H Prickett.
Cow in calf other than black and white, any weight. 1. J Capstick; 2. D Green; 3. J Capstick.
Pair of dairy cows in calf or milk. 1. W H Prickett; 2. D Green; 3. J Capstick.
Pair of cows, one fat cow and one dairy cow in milk. 1. W H Prickett; 2. J Capstick; 3. E Richards.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 12th DECEMBER 1951
The eleventh Liverpool Christmas fat stock show, which was opened by Alderman A F Sherman, has attracted a larger entry than last year. There are 415 animals, most of them destined for the Christmas dinner tables of Merseyside, Lancashire, and Cheshire. Last year there were only 379. Larger crowds than ever were also expected at today's show. This year again it has been Impossible for the society to include the poultry section because of the Government ban owing to fowl pest. Prizes worth a total of £2,000 were being distributed among the dairy cow section, which has again brought the largest number of entries despite a drop from last year’s 140 to 83 this year.
Fat Cows
Fat Cows exceeding 13½cwt. 1. W Bateman, Grassendale; 2. R Ellison, Thornton; 3. H Newsholme, Kirkby.
Fat Cows not exceeding 13½cwt. 1. W Bateman; 2. W H Prickett, Gateacre; 3. T Pollock, Liverpool.
Fat Cows exceeding 12½cwt. 1. W R Sedgwick, Liverpool.
Fat Cows exceeding 11½cwt. 1. R Thwaite; 2. N Bramwell.
Fat Cow, any weight, having not won a prize. 1. H Winstanley, Warrington; 2. J Capstick; 3. E Richards.
Fat Cow, any weight (entered by exhibitor not owning more than 16 cows). 1. W Bateman; 2. R Ellison, Thornton; 3. W Bateman.
Fat Cow, any weight (open to UK). 1. W Bateman; 2. R Ellison; 3. H Newsholme.
Silver Challenge Cup for best fat cow in show awarded to W Bateman of Beechwood Dairy Farm, Grassendale.
Dairy Cows
Cow, calved exceeding 11cwt. 1. W H Prickett; 2. J Capstick; 3. D Green, Prescot.
Cow, calved not exceeding 11cwt. 1. J L Hogg; 2. W H Prickett.
Cow, calved not exceeding 10cwt. 1. E Richards; 2. J B Capstick and Son, Fazakerley; 3. W H Prickett.
Cow, calved, black and white, not exceeding 11cwt. 1. D Green, Prescot; 2. W H Prickett, Gateacre.
Cow in calf, black and white, any weight. 1. J Capstick; 2. R Ellison; 3. W H Prickett.
Cow or heifer, in calf or milk, not entered in any other class. 1. A Wright; 2. W H Prickett.
Cow in calf other than black and white, any weight. 1. J Capstick; 2. D Green; 3. J Capstick.
Pair of dairy cows in calf or milk. 1. W H Prickett; 2. D Green; 3. J Capstick.
Pair of cows, one fat cow and one dairy cow in milk. 1. W H Prickett; 2. J Capstick; 3. E Richards.
1952
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 17th DECEMBER 1952
Although there have been outbreaks of swine fever in recent weeks it had no effect on the Liverpool and District Livestock Society’s 12th Christmas Show at Stanley Market today. None of the 54 exhibitors who had entered more than 400 animals came from any of the affected areas.
One of the most disappointed exhibitors was Mr J L Hogg of Walton, who had entered his British Friesian dairy cow, which won first prizes at Formby and Liverpool shows in 1951, but just before leaving for the show this morning, the cow calved and was unfit to be shown. Mr Hogg was only able to exhibit one of his dairy cows, a shorthorn.
RESULTS
FAT COWS
Fat Cow, any weight. 1. R Ellison; 2. E Richards; 3. W H Prickett, Gateacre.
Fat Cow, exceeding 12½cwt. 1. H Winstanley, Warrington; 2. R Ellison; 3. E Richards.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 12½cwt. 1. R Thwaite, Liverpool; 2. W H Prickett; 3. R Thwaite.
Fat Cow, any weight, Championship Class. 1. H Winstanley; 2. R Ellison; 3. E Richards.
Championship Cup, best fat cow in show awarded to H Winstanley.
DAIRY COWS
Dairy Heifer in calf or milk. 1. T Hogg; 2. D Green; 3. R Ellison.
Dairy Cow in calf or milk. 1. D Green; 2. T Hogg; 3. E Taylor, Otterspool.
Dairy Cow in milk, exceeding 10½cwt. 1. D Green; 2. E Taylor; 3. W H Prickett.
Dairy Cow in milk, not exceeding 10½cwt. 1. T Hogg; 2. R Thwaite; 3. W H Prickett.
Dairy Cow in calf. 1. W H Prickett; 2. and 3. J Capstick.
Heifer in milk, not more than four broad teeth. 1. T Hogg; 2. D Green; 3. R Thwaite.
Heifer in calf, not more than four broad teeth. 1. J Capstick; 2. H Jones, Gateacre; 3. R Ellison.
Pair of dairy cows or Heifer in calf or milk. 1. T Hogg; 2. D Green; 3. W H Prickett.
Dairy Heifer shown by boy or girl under 16 years of age. 1. H Jones; 2. J Capstick; 3. H Sunter.
Championship Class – dairy cow or heifer in calf or milk. 1. T Hogg; 2. D Green; 3. T Hogg.
Champion Cup for dairy cow or heifer in calf or milk awarded to T Hogg.
Championship Cup for best shorthorn dairy cow in milk awarded to T Hogg.
Championship Cup for best dairy cow exceeding 10½cwt awarded to D Green.
Championship Cup for best dairy cow not exceeding 10½cwt awarded to T Hogg.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – WEDNESDAY 17th DECEMBER 1952
Although there have been outbreaks of swine fever in recent weeks it had no effect on the Liverpool and District Livestock Society’s 12th Christmas Show at Stanley Market today. None of the 54 exhibitors who had entered more than 400 animals came from any of the affected areas.
One of the most disappointed exhibitors was Mr J L Hogg of Walton, who had entered his British Friesian dairy cow, which won first prizes at Formby and Liverpool shows in 1951, but just before leaving for the show this morning, the cow calved and was unfit to be shown. Mr Hogg was only able to exhibit one of his dairy cows, a shorthorn.
RESULTS
FAT COWS
Fat Cow, any weight. 1. R Ellison; 2. E Richards; 3. W H Prickett, Gateacre.
Fat Cow, exceeding 12½cwt. 1. H Winstanley, Warrington; 2. R Ellison; 3. E Richards.
Fat Cow, not exceeding 12½cwt. 1. R Thwaite, Liverpool; 2. W H Prickett; 3. R Thwaite.
Fat Cow, any weight, Championship Class. 1. H Winstanley; 2. R Ellison; 3. E Richards.
Championship Cup, best fat cow in show awarded to H Winstanley.
DAIRY COWS
Dairy Heifer in calf or milk. 1. T Hogg; 2. D Green; 3. R Ellison.
Dairy Cow in calf or milk. 1. D Green; 2. T Hogg; 3. E Taylor, Otterspool.
Dairy Cow in milk, exceeding 10½cwt. 1. D Green; 2. E Taylor; 3. W H Prickett.
Dairy Cow in milk, not exceeding 10½cwt. 1. T Hogg; 2. R Thwaite; 3. W H Prickett.
Dairy Cow in calf. 1. W H Prickett; 2. and 3. J Capstick.
Heifer in milk, not more than four broad teeth. 1. T Hogg; 2. D Green; 3. R Thwaite.
Heifer in calf, not more than four broad teeth. 1. J Capstick; 2. H Jones, Gateacre; 3. R Ellison.
Pair of dairy cows or Heifer in calf or milk. 1. T Hogg; 2. D Green; 3. W H Prickett.
Dairy Heifer shown by boy or girl under 16 years of age. 1. H Jones; 2. J Capstick; 3. H Sunter.
Championship Class – dairy cow or heifer in calf or milk. 1. T Hogg; 2. D Green; 3. T Hogg.
Champion Cup for dairy cow or heifer in calf or milk awarded to T Hogg.
Championship Cup for best shorthorn dairy cow in milk awarded to T Hogg.
Championship Cup for best dairy cow exceeding 10½cwt awarded to D Green.
Championship Cup for best dairy cow not exceeding 10½cwt awarded to T Hogg.
1953
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – SATURDAY 19th DECEMBER 1953
A greetings card with a sprig of hay instead of holly to the few surviving cows who live the year round In Liverpool's dwindling shippons - the dairies miles away from the nearest green field. At the Liverpool Livestock Show at Stanley Cattle Market a tradition dating from 1884 was broken when it was decided to hold no classes for dairy cattle. In 1932 there were 5,000 cows in Liverpool shippons and the class was well supported—today, entries would be few. Yet a thriving shippon exists within a loud moo of the Dingle corporation garage, and the dairy farmer’s sons who deliver the milk, radiate that out-of-doors atmosphere usually associated with rural England – not smog-laden Liverpool.
AS REPORTED IN THE LIVERPOOL ECHO – SATURDAY 19th DECEMBER 1953
A greetings card with a sprig of hay instead of holly to the few surviving cows who live the year round In Liverpool's dwindling shippons - the dairies miles away from the nearest green field. At the Liverpool Livestock Show at Stanley Cattle Market a tradition dating from 1884 was broken when it was decided to hold no classes for dairy cattle. In 1932 there were 5,000 cows in Liverpool shippons and the class was well supported—today, entries would be few. Yet a thriving shippon exists within a loud moo of the Dingle corporation garage, and the dairy farmer’s sons who deliver the milk, radiate that out-of-doors atmosphere usually associated with rural England – not smog-laden Liverpool.