The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1923-02-25


front ranks of leading kennel clubs {
Some of the most famous dogs In
the United states were benched here,
having come from the east and north.
as we'll as the entire south and west.
Visiting exhibitors were outspoken
in their praise of the local exhibits,
the good sportsmanship of the exhibit
tors and the capable management OF
the show. The event has been a
boost FOR the city in general. as the
magnificent premium list reflects
great credit to the civic spirited citi-
zens of the city. The collection was
favorably commented upon by numer-
Gus distinguished visitors. who said
that in quantity and value the prizes
rank with those of the best clubs in
the no"th and east.
Capable Judges.
The Judges were drawn from
among the most capable that could be
obtained. Gen. Roger D. Williams of
Lexing on. Ky. who is said to be the
greatest foxhound authority In the
country, judged the breed with great
ability, and to the complete satisfac-
ton of foxhound exhibitors. DR.. o.
Z. Bennett of Washington, ILL.,, the
noted author and collie breeder,
Judged 4 large entry of collies, num-
bering Co. many of which are the best
IN the country. DIR. Bennett, in
commenting on the collie exhibits at
the local show. stated their quality
compared favorably with those at
the leading speciality collie shows
held in the east and north. Some
classes, he said, especially the puppy
class, eXcelled any that he has
Judged during the past year.
John w Burton of Chicago the all
round judge. handled all the other
breeds, numbering nearly 400 dogs,
with painstaking care and efficiency.
His awards were all OF them well re-
eeived and he leaves a reputation in
this city for fairness, impartiaiity
and ability which will be hard to
reach by the Judge who succeeds him.
Officials Rushed.
McLin j. Carter, president OF the
Birmingham Kennel club and direc-
tor of the show, was kept continu-
ally on the go. and his efficient
management and interest was COM
mended on every hand. He was ably
assisted by a well organized force OF
club members, comprising John Scot
ty' Anderson. secretary of the show;
j, r. Bodine, assistant secretary;
Pete Turner, steward; Kirby S. Ward,
superintendent; Mark L. Jeter, as
sistant superintendent; j. "a Mat
lock, first vice president; II. Glen
Ireland second vice president; F. w.
Bromberg, treasurer; the following
bench show committee: A. C. Chesney,
chairman j. w. Beddow, w NJ. vann,
DR.. Byron Dozier DEC, N. Cannon,
:. e. Beasley, Hugh Scales. W. A.
Frank, 5, H. Beddow, J, w. Hamil
ton. and L. Q. Thomas and Mr.. and
Mrs w. $. Scott and MIR. and Mrs.
A to-. ~. =
Sterling Stew WINS.
The mtst coveted prize of the
show. aahandsome $50 loving cup
offered by the employees of the open
hearth department of the Tennessee
Coal, Iron and Railway company for
the best dog of the most popular
breed in the show. was awarded to
Sterling Stew, Of the Collie breed.
owned by Edwin l.. Pickhardt of
Peoria, Ill. Her being adjudged the
best of the breed automatically cap
tured the cup.
Perhaps one of the most sensa-
tionaf wins of the show was that
Of Strathway Duke, the popular Eng
1ish bulldog, owned by Capt. M. j.
Donlan of Ensley. The Duke has
won double the number of points
necessary to become champion, but
up to this show lacked one win
where 10 or morc@ bulldogs had to be
in competition. Eighteen magnifi-
cent bulldogs were lined up for the
fray, with the result hanging in the
Z balance for several classes. When
the Duke received the purple rusette,
Which meant championship crown
for him, the crowd clapped and
.,l,a 10 ton OH he
slant barking of impatient dogs on
the benches.
ALABAMA RAT WINS
Among the bird dog entries the
Judge had a lerplexin-; task in de-
cid.ng in the pointer breed for win
ming male He finally designated
Alabama Rat. owned by l.. A. Kill
patrick of Altoona. Ala, as winner.
with the splendid young, pointer.
Mentions Flashlight, owned by Capt.